A Maryland-style crab shack on the Red Hook waterfront
Brooklyn Crab is a sprawling, tri-level seafood shack in Red Hook, serving buckets of crab, whole lobster and a full raw bar with harbor views. Open since 2012, it leans into a Maryland-style, roll-up-your-sleeves vibe — snow crab, Alaskan king crab, Dungeness and Maine lobster, cracked open at picnic-style tables. In warm months the outdoor decks and patio are the whole point.
The raw bar runs deep, from oysters and cocktail shrimp to a two-tiered tower with snow crab claws, chilled lobster and ceviche. There’s a full bar pouring frozen margaritas, specialty cocktails and local drafts to go with it. It’s a destination spot — part restaurant, part summer hang — that stays open year-round by retreating to the enclosed dining room in the off-season.
The Happy Hour
Happy hour runs Monday through Thursday from 3 to 5pm. The deal is $1 oysters plus $5 Modelo and Pacifico drafts — a solid raw-bar-and-a-beer window before the dinner crowd arrives. Note that parties of six or more are subject to an automatic 20% gratuity.
The Room
The venue is a big, three-level seafood hall with a nautical crab-shack look, indoor dining and expansive outdoor decks overlooking the harbor. Summer skews rowdy and festive with patio seating and bar service; the off-season moves into a comfortable enclosed room. Expect communal, casual, seafood-messy energy rather than a quiet sit-down.
Who Brooklyn Crab Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Raw-bar happy hour | $1 oysters and $5 beers Monday–Thursday, 3–5pm. |
| Summer waterfront hang | Outdoor decks with harbor views run all season. |
| Crab feast with friends | Buckets of crab and lobster made for a group. |
| Special-occasion seafood | Raw-bar towers and whole lobster for a splurge. |
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Brooklyn Crab FAQ
Does Brooklyn Crab have a happy hour?
Yes. Happy hour runs Monday through Thursday from 3 to 5pm, with $1 oysters and $5 Modelo and Pacifico drafts.
What is Brooklyn Crab known for?
Buckets of crab — snow, king and Dungeness — plus whole Maine lobster and a full raw bar, served across a tri-level space with harbor views in Red Hook.
Is it open in winter?
Yes. It’s open year-round; the outdoor decks are seasonal, but the enclosed dining room operates in the off-season.
What’s the nearest subway?
The closest station is Smith–9 Sts (F, G), a bit of a walk into Red Hook; many visitors come by bus, car or a short cab ride.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Brooklyn Crab before visiting for a specific deal.