The Original Crab Shanty

The Original Crab Shanty Menu

361 City Island Ave, Bronx, NY 10464, United States
Restaurant, Seafood restaurant
(4701)

The Original Crab Shanty, nestled in Bronx’s City Island, is a seafood haven that truly honors its name. The menu is a feast crafted for crab lovers, featuring standout dishes like the hearty New England and Manhattan clam chowders, and the generous Fried Fisherman’s Platter that combines a variety of crispy seafood delights. Their banquet specials, such as the $35.99 combo with crab legs, lobster tail, fried shrimp, and your choice of soup or salad, offer unbeatable value and satisfy even the heartiest appetites. Fresh raw oysters and the chilled or broiled seafood platters provide refreshing, briny highlights, while the Shrimp Parmigiana adds an Italian-American twist. The prime rib paired with jumbo shrimp is a decadent surf-and-turf option. Sides like broccoli and house salad balance the meal, and the Mexican Siesta drink is a unique, flavorful complement. Overall, the menu strikes a solid balance between classic seafood staples and hearty plates, making it a must-visit for those craving authentic, comforting coastal flavors in a charming, island-side setting.