Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
The Crab Pad, Chicago, IL

The Crab Pad

4.5
4.5
34 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood
2529 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-2629

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Come visit us at The Crab Pad. Seafood boil in a bag with a twist. End your meal with build your own popsicle bar. BONUS: BYOB

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 17:00–22:00 Thu 15:00–22:00 Fri–Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Logan Square
  • Cross Street
    Sacramento
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Blue Line off Logan Square stop
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

What 34 people are saying

The Crab Pad reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Crab Pad offers a vibrant dining experience with "flavorful" seafood and "big portions" that are "not that expensive." Despite a few service and cleanliness issues, many diners praise the "amazing" staff and "delicious" food. Customers appreciate the "great options" for customizing their meals, making it a "10/10" recommendation.

34 Reviews
  1. Wanda

    Chicago4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience! Wait staff was caring and helpful. The owner Teresa was so friendly and talkative and very generous with her explanations of the menu, options and recommendations. I will definitely go back.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Janice

    Chicago1 review

    1.0

    Dined on 13 April 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Our reservation was at 9pm. We didn’t get water until 9:35 and food at 10:40. Upon arrival it took about 10 mins to be recognized for seating. The staff was not friendly and the food quality was poor. We visited based on TikTok recommendation and was very disappointed. The restaurant wasn’t clean either. Will never visit again for a 2nd chance.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Quenicia

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 8 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious, it didn't take forever for them to bring the food out. Seafood was very flavorful. I give them a 10/10.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Erica

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The bags are a little pricey if u want shrimp, crab and crawfish but flavorful. The teas are cute gestures but taste like water

    Is this helpful?

  5. Jammie VIP

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 6 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is great and the prices are affordable. Would recommend 10/10.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Stephanie

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nina was an amazing server and the food was delicious!

    Is this helpful?

  7. Perseus

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The initial welcome was bad, but besides that everything else was good

    Is this helpful?

  8. Christopher

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    AMAZING.... The food and service were awesome. My overall experience was outstanding and I will be going again.

    Is this helpful?

  9. Graciela

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is so flavorful and delicious! Big portions and not that expensive. The staff is phenomenal! Definitely recommend.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Elvia VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best canjun boils in Chicago. Great options available to increase spicy levels, add your favorite seafood, potatoes, corn, green beans, sausages, build your own boil is the way to go. Yummy and delicious😋

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

The Crab Pad offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (773) 360-8332.

The Crab Pad is rated 4.5 stars by 34 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. Chicago
  5. Logan Square

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for The Crab Pad

2529 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60647-2629

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Sacramento
  • Area
    Logan Square
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Tue 17:00–22:00 Thu 15:00–22:00 Fri–Sun 12:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Blue Line off Logan Square stop
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo