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.
General
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Outdoor Seating Capacity 1
Cuisine
  • American
  • Casual Dining
  • Seafood
TripAdvisor® Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
Tripadvisor - 4.2 out of 5 starsBased on 6706 Reviews
Tripadvisor - 3 out of 5 starskelly g | May 21, 2026
Atmosphere Superior food not

It is a beautiful place when you first pull up the Ambiance is why you go there, you can sit right there on the creek outside to eat which is very nice you can also bring your dogs. They do have ...

Tripadvisor - 5 out of 5 starsbetiffany731 | May 20, 2026
A must stop when in the Savanah area

This is hands down one of the best experiences we love whenever visiting the Savanah area. The vibe is amazing and has been consistently that since our very 1st visit in 2009 ...

Tripadvisor - 3 out of 5 starsChristine L | May 9, 2026
Crab Shack in Tybee - Cool Place Okay Seafood

This is really cool casual place. We stopped for lunch and we loved the cool vibe. Definitely eclectic and fun!! We got a great table overlooking the marsh. So great atmosphere. Got a bowl of clam ...

Yelp® Reviews
Yelp Overall Rating
Yelp - 3.5 out of 5 starsBased on 2389 Reviews
Yelp - 5 out of 5 starsMelissa B. | Apr 21, 2026

I was dining alone at lunch today, so I asked to be seated at the bar. Morgan was the absolute best! Even though I was driving and had water to drink ...

Yelp - 2 out of 5 starsDerek R. | Feb 15, 2026

So we had seen so many videos in this place and had some friends tell us about it we decided to give it a try. I'm not into seafood that much but wife is ...

Yelp - 3 out of 5 starsLisa B. | Jan 14, 2026

I begrudgingly give this restaurant three stars based solely on the ambiance. I have gone to The Crab Shack for years when I lived in the south ( have not ...

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