The Boiling Crab

The Boiling Crab The Boiling Crab is a seafood restaurant located on N. Central Expressway that offers a unique dining experience where bibs are necessary and eating with your hands is encouraged. The restaurant recently opened a new location in Richmond, VA and frequently hosts events, such as Mardi Gras parties, with food and drink specials. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from their TBC family! All locations will be open regular hours during the holiday season.
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09/11/2026

Shells, sauce and serious negotiations โž–โœ…โž•

09/10/2026

1 to 10... how mouthwatering are these Whole Sha-Bang dips? ๐Ÿ’ฅ๐Ÿคค Make sure to order your extra juicy next time you feel like being EXTRA.

09/09/2026
09/05/2026

Come soak up the last days of summer with friends and family this Labor Day weekend! โ˜€๏ธ Most locations will open early @ 12 PM on Monday 9/7.

Please check your local store's Google/Yelp page to confirm holiday hours. ๐Ÿฆ€

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is here๐ŸŽ—๏ธFor the 3rd year in a row, we're proud to team up with the National Pediatric ...
09/01/2026

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month is here๐ŸŽ—๏ธ

For the 3rd year in a row, we're proud to team up with the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation to support children and families impacted by childhood cancer.

We'll be launching a special merch drop, giving you another way to make a difference. Keep your eyes peeled for more details coming soon! ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿฆ

08/24/2026

Our EZ Peel Shrimp are headless, deveined, and now available at ALL LOCATIONS! ๐Ÿค

Weโ€™ve already done all the work for youโ€”the shell slips right off, so you can spend less time peeling and more time getting straight to The Whole Sha-Bang.๐Ÿ’ฅ

08/21/2026

Nailed it! ๐Ÿ’…๐Ÿผ Now let's get messy. Happy Friday! ๐Ÿฆ

08/17/2026

You asked. We listened. ๐Ÿค

Introducing EZ Peel Shrimp โ€” all the Whole Sha-Bang deliciousness you love, with less work between you and that first bite. Now available at all TBC locations.

07/08/2026

YOU deserve it ๐Ÿฆ€

07/07/2026

Duty first... FOMO forever ๐Ÿ‘€

07/03/2026

Plans for the 4th? ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Most TBC locations will be open tomorrow (7/4) from 12:00 PM โ€“ 7:00 PM.

๐Ÿ“ž Please call ahead or check your local store's Google/Yelp page to confirm holiday hours.

07/02/2026

fried shrimp basket or a saucy shrimp boil... why not both? ๐Ÿค๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ‘€

06/28/2026

Me: I really need to clear out my camera roll. ๐Ÿคณ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿฆ๐Ÿ“ธ

Also me: Can't bring myself to delete a single photo.

03/13/2026

Crawfish season is going strong!! ๐Ÿฆž

Live crawfish now available at all East Coast locations:
โ€ข Cambridge
โ€ข Washington, D.C.
โ€ข Richmond
โ€ข Miami

*Call your local TBC location to check availability.*

10/22/2020

TBC Plano, TX is HIRING all positions for FRONT OF THE HOUSE.
(servers, cashiers, hosts, etc.)

Apply online and join our amazing crew at TBC Plano!
Apply at https://theboilingcrab.com/crew/staff/

03/04/2020

TBC Plano, TX is HIRING all positions for FRONT OF THE HOUSE.
(servers, cashiers, hosts, etc.)

Apply online and join our amazing crew at TBC Plano!
Apply at https://theboilingcrab.com/crew/staff/

11/08/2019

Welcome our second location in TEXAS! We really went all out for this gorgeous spot in PLANO! ๐Ÿค Come check it out yourself on November 11th. Share this with your friends in Texas who need to try the Whole Sha-bang! ๐Ÿ’ฅ

Address

1517 N. Central Expressway
Plano, TX
75075

If travelling by public transport, take the DART to the Parker Road Station and then board Bus 346 towards Richardson. Take the bus to N. Central Expressway. Upon arrival, walk south on N. Central Expressway until reaching the restaurant.

If driving, take the exit for Plano Parkway from N. Central Expressway and head west towards Millennium Drive. Turn right onto Millennium Drive and take another right turn into the parking lot of the restaurant which is located beside a gas station.

Opening Hours

Monday 3pm - 10pm
Tuesday 3pm - 10pm
Wednesday 3pm - 10pm
Thursday 3pm - 10pm
Friday 3pm - 10pm
Saturday 12pm - 10pm
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

Telephone

+1 972-769-5940

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What people say

Seafood restaurants are a great place to indulge in delicious and fresh seafood. And when it comes to seafood, The Boiling Crab on N. Central Expressway in Plano is definitely worth a visit. This seafood restaurant offers a unique dining experience where you can bib up and eat with your hands!

One of the standout dishes at The Boiling Crab is their seafood boil, which comes with a variety of options such as shrimp, crab, crawfish, and more. And if you're looking for an extra source of protein, you can add boiled eggs to your boil and dunk them in The Whole Shabang Sauce for a delicious treat.

The Boiling Crab also knows how to celebrate special occasions like Memorial Day and Mother's Day. They offer discounts for veterans and active military on Memorial Day, and they have special treats for moms on Mother's Day.

Moreover, The Boiling Crab recently had its grand opening at TBC Richmond, VA, which was a great time for family and friends. And if you're looking for a party atmosphere, then Mardi Gras at The Boiling Crab is the perfect place to be with discounted drinks.

Overall, The Boiling Crab is an excellent seafood restaurant that offers fresh seafood with unique flavors that will leave you wanting more. So if you're craving some delicious seafood in Plano, make sure to check out The Boiling Crab!