Joe's Crab Shack – Seafood
This lively coastal retreat invites guests to roll up their sleeves and dive into a spirited seafood feast where the air is filled with the savory aroma of steamed shellfish and the rhythmic sound of cracking shells. Tables are laden with indulgent treasures like bubbling crab and shrimp dip, zesty peel-and-eat shrimp, and golden-fried appetizers that bring the bold, sun-drenched flavors of the shore straight to the heart of the dining room. It is a high-energy escape where the casual atmosphere and communal platters turn every meal into a messy, delicious celebration of maritime fun.
1210, Front Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814 +19165534249 https://www.joescrabshack.com/locations/10731/0Cuisine: Seafood
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Joe's Crab Shack
Dairy-Free at Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack in Sacramento has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw, Corn on The Cob and Jasmine Rice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack in Sacramento has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Vegetables, Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1/2 lb) and Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1 lb). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack in Sacramento has 28 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mashed Potatoes, Coleslaw and Spinach & Artichoke Dip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack in Sacramento has 6 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Not Joe Mama’s Chicken, Crab Cakes and Blackened Shrimp or Fish Tacos. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack in Sacramento has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1/2 lb) and Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1 lb). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack in Sacramento has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Seasonal Vegetables, Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1/2 lb) and Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1 lb). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack in Sacramento has 3 nut-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1/2 lb) and Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1 lb). Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Joe's Crab Shack
Joe's Crab Shack in Sacramento has 9 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Corn on The Cob, Jasmine Rice and Red Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Joe's Crab Shack
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Crab & Shrimp Nachos | 88.6 g | 91.1 g |
| The Atlantic Mixed Seafood | 52.3 g | 68 g |
| The Cajun Mixed Seafood | 21.1 g | 65.5 g |
| Broiled Seafood Platter | 70.8 g | 65.4 g |
| Joe’s Classic Mixed Seafood | 18 g | 63.7 g |
| New Orleans Mixed Seafood | 20.3 g | 62.7 g |
| Southern Shrimp Boil | 21.4 g | 56.9 g |
| Snow Classic Mixed Seafood | 18.3 g | 53.2 g |
| East Coast Platter | 37.2 g | 51.3 g |
| Crab Cake Appetizer | 54.1 g | 46.1 g |
| Cheesy Garlic Bread | 33.9 g | 43.9 g |
| Blackened Chicken Chipotle Caesar | 94.1 g | 43.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Saturday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Monday - Friday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Shack Snacks
- Joe’s Classic Sampler - $21.99: Crab & Shrimp Dip, Great Balls of Fire, and crispy calamari, with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab & Shrimp Dip - $16.49: Crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese and Parmesan, with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Great Balls of Fire - $14.99: Scratch made with crab, seafood, cream cheese, jalapeños, with fries and ranch Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Captain's Calamari - $16.49: Crispy calamari, carrots, red peppers, and jalapeños with marinara Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Garlic Bread - $9.99: Served with marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cake Appetizer - $15.99: Lump crab meat, tomato and cucumber salad, with lemon butter Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab & Shrimp Nachos - $18.99: Crab meat, shrimp, cream cheese, Monterey Jack and cotija cheese, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, roasted corn, black beans, cilantro, jalapeños and roasted salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1/2 lb) - $17.99: With Old Bay seasoning, served hot or cold Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peel ‘n Eat Shrimp (1 lb) - $25.99: With Old Bay seasoning, served hot or cold Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms - $15.99: Homemade seafood stuffing, topped with Monterey Jack and alfredo sauce, with garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Bricks - $12.99: Hand cut, panko Parmesan crusted mozzarella with marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Artichoke Dip - $15.49: Spinach, artichokes, red onions, Monterey Jack & Parmesan cheese, with tortilla chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Blackened Chicken Chipotle Caesar - $19.99: Romaine, mixed greens, carrots, corn, black beans, onions, tomatoes, cotija cheese, chipotle Caesar dressing topped with tortilla strips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Joe’s Garden Salad - $15.99: Mixed greens, bacon, tomatoes, cucumber, red onions, cheese, croutons with choice of dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Caesar - $15.99: Romaine, croutons, Parmesan with Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Clam Chowder (Cup) - $7.99: Creamy clam chowder Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- New England Clam Chowder (Bowl) - $9.99: Creamy clam chowder Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup (Cup) - $7.99: Spicy chicken soup with tortilla strips Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Tortilla Soup (Bowl) - $9.99: Spicy chicken soup with tortilla strips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Joe’s Famous Boils
- Joe’s Classic Mixed Seafood - $48.99: Dungeness Crab, Snow Crab, shrimp, sausage, corn, red potatoes, and hardboiled egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Atlantic Mixed Seafood - $49.99: Snow Crab, cold water lobster claws, shrimp, clams, sausage, corn, red potatoes, and hardboiled egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- New Orleans Mixed Seafood - $54.99: Queen Crab, shrimp, mussels, sausage, corn, red potatoes, and hardboiled egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Classic Mixed Seafood - $47.99: Snow Crab, shrimp, sausage, corn, red potatoes, and hardboiled egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Southern Shrimp Boil - $36.99: Shrimp, clams, mussels, sausage, corn, red potatoes, and hardboiled egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Cajun Mixed Seafood - $46.99: Snow Crab, cold water lobster claws, shrimp, mussels, sausage, corn, red potatoes, and hardboiled egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Crab Bucket - $55.99: Super sweet, flaky meat served with corn and red potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queen Crab Bucket - $59.99: Sweet, meaty and large served with corn and red potatoes Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- King Crab Bucket - $70.99: Firm, sweet and hearty served with corn and red potatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Daddy Feast - $59.99: Snow, Dungeness and King Crab served with corn and red potatoes Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sea-Licious Sensations
- Captain's Plate - $36.99: BBQ Snow Crab, crispy fried shrimp, fried fish fillet with fries and coleslaw Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab & Shrimp Pasta - $27.99: Jumbo lump crab, mushrooms, spinach, Parmesan cream sauce, white wine, tomatoes, linguine pasta, with garlic bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- East Coast Platter - $28.99: Crab cake, bacon-wrapped shrimp filled with seafood stuffing, cheese and jalapeños, topped with lemon butter, fried fish fillet, popcorn shrimp with fries and coleslaw Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cakes - $28.99: Lump crab meat, tomato and cucumber salad, asparagus, with lemon butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Tails - $37.99: Topped with lemon butter, with Jasmine rice and seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broiled Seafood Platter - $41.99: Lobster tail, crab cake, bacon-wrapped shrimp filled with seafood stuffing, cheese and jalapeños, grilled shrimp all drizzled with lemon butter, with Jasmine rice and seasonal vegetables Available at: dinner, lunch
Stay on Shore
- Chicken Tenders - $19.99: Hand breaded white meat chicken, fries, coleslaw and hushpuppies Available at: dinner, lunch
- Not Joe Mama’s Chicken - $24.99: Grilled chicken breasts, spinach cream, sun-dried tomatoes topped with sautéed mushrooms, with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pasta Alfredo - $20.99: Chicken with linguine pasta in alfredo sauce with garlic bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Joe’s Top Sirloin - $26.99: 8oz. USDA Choice Top Sirloin, garlic butter, with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Land & Sea - $29.99: 8oz. USDA Choice Top Sirloin, garlic butter, grilled shrimp topped with lemon butter, with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Skipper’s NY Strip - $31.99: 12oz. USDA Choice NY Strip, garlic butter, with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Surf & Sandwiches
- Chicken Sandwich - $17.99: Grilled chicken breast, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and bacon Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- All-American Cheeseburger - $18.99: Ground Angus chuck, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Blackened Shrimp or Fish Tacos - $19.99: Street corn slaw, cotija cheese, pickled red onions, cilantro, with tortilla chips and roasted salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Shrimp Po’Boy - $16.99: Popcorn shrimp, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, pickles, remoulade sauce Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Seasonal Vegetables - $4.99 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Fries - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hushpuppies - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coleslaw - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Red Potatoes - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Jasmine Rice - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Corn on The Cob - $4.99 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Key Lime Pie - $12.99: Cookie crumb crust, fresh berries, mango purée, whipped topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Campfire S'mores - $12.99: Slice of warm chocolate cake between two graham crackers topped with Hershey’s chocolate bar and freshly toasted marshmallows Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Seasonal Fruit Crumble - $12.99: With a streusel topping and vanilla ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- White Chocolate Blueberry Cobbler Cheesecake - $12.99: Blueberry sauce, fresh blueberries, whipped topping, graham cracker Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Chocolate Shack Attack - $13.99: Chocolate cake with Hershey chocolate syrup, raspberry sauce, whipped topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Beverages
- Lifeguard Cooler - $13: Cruzan Mango Rum, Cruzan Tropical Fruit Rum, Bols Melon Liqueur, strawberry purée, cranberry juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Gone Fish’n - $14: SKYY Watermelon Vodka, Cruzan Tropical Fruit Rum, DeKuyper Blue Curaçao, orange juice, pineapple juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Joe’s Shaker Margarita - $12: Monte Alban Silver Tequila, triple sec, sweet & sour, lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse
- TKO Punch - $11: Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, Cruzan Mango Rum, Bols Peach Liqueur, DeKuyper Blue Curaçao, Monin Coconut Syrup, strawberry purée, orange & pineapple juices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Shark Bite - $12: Bacardi Limón Rum, Don Q 151 Rum, Absolut Vodka, DeKuyper Blue Curaçao, sweet & sour, grenadine Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Longboard Lemonade (Non-Alcoholic) - $8: Minute Maid Lemonade, Reàl Peach Purée, sweet & sour, Sprite Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Bananaberry Smoothie - $10: A blend of strawberry, piña colada, banana purée, pineapple juice, grenadine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Juice-Cleanse
Frequently Asked Questions about Joe's Crab Shack
- Is Joe's Crab Shack dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Joe's Crab Shack has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coleslaw, Corn on The Cob and Jasmine Rice.
- What can I eat at Joe's Crab Shack on a dairy-free diet?
- Coleslaw, Corn on The Cob and Jasmine Rice carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Joe's Crab Shack have vegan options?
- Yes. 9 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Corn on The Cob and Jasmine Rice.
- Is Joe's Crab Shack gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Joe's Crab Shack?
- Crab & Shrimp Nachos, at roughly 91.1g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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