Fat Crab

3.9 ( 797 reviews )
5901 Westheimer Rd Suite N, Houston, TX 77057, United States
+1 713-485-5235

If you're on the hunt for a delicious seafood experience in Houston, look no further than Fat Crab. Nestled at 5901 Westheimer Rd, this seafood restaurant has quickly gained acclaim for its vibrant atmosphere and mouthwatering dishes. Customers rave about the amazing food, highlighting the generous portions of fresh seafood like shrimp, king crab, and lobster – all seasoned to perfection.

Reviews from diners such as Lo Lopez and Pat Lee Davis emphasize the thoughtfulness of the decor and the lively ambiance, complete with music and TV screens playing movies and sports. This adds to the dynamic dining experience, making it suitable for both casual outings and celebratory gatherings. The consistently excellent service, with mentions of attentive staff like Lamont, ensures that your needs are met while you savor the delicious offerings.

If you’re looking for a truly satisfying meal, whether it's a pound of shrimp paired with crispy fries or a hearty catfish platter, Fat Crab promises to deliver fantastic flavors and a memorable dining experience. As Artavian Jones puts it, "I give it a 10/10." So gather your friends and family, and prepare for a seafood feast that won’t disappoint!

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Delivery
    • On-site services
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great beer selection
    • Great cocktails
    • Sport
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Comfort food
    • Happy-hour drinks
    • Small plates
    • Spirits
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Parking

Reviews For Fat Crab

Lo Lopez
Jun 3,2025
the photos came out a lot more blue than it actually was lol the atmosphere was actually great. they put a lot of thought into the decor and it was nice. I ordered a pound of shrimp and that was a lot for me. even with the head in they gave a good amount of shrimps. it came with 2 potatoes and 1 corn. my bf got 2 lbs of shrimp one cajun one garlic butter. the garlic butter was really yummy. we also ordered fries and they were crispy. the service was great, the waitress checked on us enough.
Pat Lee Davis
Jun 3,2025
The food was amazing! My sister and niece came down from Fort Worth/Arlington texas for the weekend. Food was delicious..we had lobster special, king crab boil and catfish platter (4) with crab cakes and fries. The servings were fulfilling, the seasoning on the food was very tasty.The service was great..our waiter provided us with all our requests. The ambiance was great...music playing, movies and sports showing on the TV screen. I'm sure that later during the night the place really turns up because the music is good. We enjoyed it all.
Myni Colbert
May 30,2025
I went to the fat crab and had a great experience.it was a Saturday night so it was quit busy but our server Lamont was a patient with me and my family . We never had to ask for a refill and the food was hot and and fresh .he even kept us up to date on how much longer the food would be . All In all I had a great experience P.S Ask for Lamont he’s great
Everad The Great
May 13,2025
Alison and Shaun, thank you so much for the greatest experience I’ve had in a while.
Artavian Jones
Apr 30,2025
First time at Fat Crab and I give it a 10/10 the food was fresh the vibe is cool i recommend you stop by.
Jeremy A Teel
Apr 9,2025
Fat Crab was a solid experience overall. The vibe felt typical for a seafood boil spot—some nautical-themed art, string lights, and a casual setup. As someone not from the region, the atmosphere felt a little off to me, but I could tell they put effort into the space, and that counts for something. Now the food? Top notch. The flavors were bold and delicious, and the portions were generous. Seafood pricing is always a gamble, but this felt pretty standard compared to similar spots. Service was great—attentive, friendly, and on point. Boils can get messy, especially if you’re going in on the spice, so bring your water game. The drinks were just okay, but honestly, that’s not really their lane and it shows. Still, I’ll be back—for the food, for sure.
Kendra Thomas
Mar 30,2025
This was a bomb spot to eat at. The food was 10/10 and as well as the drinks. I had ate from my siblings plate, but the fried shrimp basket was amazing! I definitely recommend ordering it. The music was good and the vibes were there. Our server 'Shaun' was absolutely great. He kept checking to make sure we were good and had a wonderful attitude.
Brittany
Mar 11,2025
My mother and I had lunch here today. I had the shrimp fried rice and my mother had the fried catfish. The food was delicious! Not only was our food exceptional, our server Alison was amazing. She made our lunch so worth the while 10/10! Will be recommending everybody!

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