Chef Andrew Shoneff and manager Jamie Habig.
Serving the best seafood available
—Cracked Crab is the perfect place to relax and enjoy an easy meal, especially after a long day on the beach. It has been a one-of-a-kind restaurant on the Central Coast since first opening in 1999. The intimate casual atmosphere welcomes everyone and casual attire is almost a requirement!
When the original owners moved from the east coast, it quickly became apparent that a true seafood restaurant was missing. Cultivating relations directly with local fishermen, farmers, and processors, the Cracked Crab has become one of the most successful restaurants in San Luis Obispo County.
Executive Chef Andrew Shoneff takes the best of what is in season and tailors the menu to reflect the market. Order their signature bucket and they lay out the butcher paper to present the highest quality shellfish to dig right into. Delicious sides made with local ingredients round out the meal. General Manager Jamie Habig says, “We strive to serve the best seafood available, whether locally caught fish or Alaskan crab. Much of what we serve, especially our Alaskan king crab, is of a quality unavailable to most other restaurants.”
Fresh menu choices for everyone
The ingredients used in the Cracked Crab kitchen are consistently of the highest grade. The flavors of each dish reflect those ingredients. For non-seafood lovers, there are chicken and steak entrees to please the palate. The kid’s menu has plenty of options for kid’s appetites. A great local wine selection is offered to pair with the food thanks to the Cracked Crab’s direct relationships with Central Coast wineries.
A new menu is posted on their website daily. Chef Shoneff practices an “in season” philosophy, using local fresh catch when available, local produce, and making all of the dishes in-house and fresh daily.
Promising “The finest seafood available, served in a most casual style,” the owners invest in hiring the friendliest folks they can find. The attentive servers help create excellent dining experiences and happy customers who spread the good word about the restaurant.
Visiting Pismo Beach has to include lunch or dinner at the Cracked Crab. Drop by to be seated inside or on the patio. Reservations are not necessary. The patio is also available for special events.
The entire staff maintains high standards of health and cleanliness to ensure the safety of guests and staff.
The Cracked Crab is at 751 Price St, Pismo Beach, within walking distance of the pier. Open Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday- Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Open Fourth of July 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. To see the menu and for more information visit www.crackedcrab.com or call (805) 773-2722.
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