The Crab Shack at Chimney Creek

40 Estill Hammock Rd.
Tybee Island, GA 31328
Located in Tybee Island - North Beach
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A beloved Tybee Island staple, The Crab Shack is your go-to destination for fresh, flavorful seafood in a laid-back, coastal setting. Don’t miss the famous Captain Crab’s Sampler Platter—a generous feast of crab legs, Georgia shrimp, mussels, crawfish, corn, sausage, and potatoes, served steaming hot and packed with Southern flavor.

Enjoy outdoor seating overlooking a scenic tidal creek, and explore the restaurant’s unique features including a bird menagerie and a gator lagoon—making it a fun and memorable stop for families and seafood lovers alike. Whether you're here for lunch, dinner, or drinks, The Crab Shack promises great food, good times, and an unforgettable Tybee Island experience.
Cuisine
  • American
  • Casual Dining
  • Seafood
General
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Outdoor Seating Capacity 1
Yelp® Reviews
Yelp Overall Rating
Yelp - 3.5 out of 5 starsBased on 2432 Reviews
Yelp - 5 out of 5 starsMimi H. | Oct 16, 2026

The food was awesome- crab legs perfect. Ribs charred and falling off the bone! Drinks cold and refreshing. Atmosphere relaxed and on the marsh. BRING ...

Yelp - 3 out of 5 starsMelissa B. | Sep 18, 2026

Today we stopped at the crab shack for lunch. Calliope was not impressed but did like the cats and alligators. Tony and I have been coming here for about 10 ...

Yelp - 4 out of 5 starsJodine P. | Sep 10, 2026

We got great seats by the water. I got the deviled crab cakes which I loved!!! The potatoes that it came with however, were not wonderful. My cousin got the ...

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