CJ's Crab Shack
Cuba
At a glance
CJ’s Crab Shack is a casual seafood restaurant at 600 Ocean Drive, close to the beach in Miami Beach’s South Beach area. The setting combines a relaxed dining style with the energy of Ocean Drive, making the restaurant suitable for lunch, dinner, happy hour and late-night drinks.
Seafood forms the centre of the menu, with crab legs, oysters, lobster, crab cakes and seafood platters among the main attractions. The menu also includes seafood pasta and fish sandwiches, giving diners alternatives to shellfish. Tropical cocktails, frozen drinks and rum punches add a distinctly Miami Beach element to the food-focused offering.
The restaurant’s atmosphere is informal and welcoming, with indoor and outdoor dining. Its beach-themed character and straightforward seafood focus create a setting that works for relaxed meals, drinks after a day near the water or a group gathering. Generous portions make the menu suitable for diners looking for a substantial seafood meal rather than a small tasting-style experience.
Crab is central to the restaurant’s identity, with different preparations and platters designed for sharing or individual dining. Oysters, lobster and other seafood broaden the choice, while pasta and fish options provide variety for mixed groups. The drinks menu helps shift the mood from daytime dining to a more social evening setting.
Reservations are available online, and advance booking is recommended, particularly for parties and group occasions. Catering and party arrangements are also offered, giving the venue a practical role in celebrations and informal gatherings. The location makes it easy to combine a meal with time along Ocean Drive and the nearby beach.
Travelers planning an itinerary between Cuba and Miami can include CJ’s Crab Shack for a South Beach seafood meal with tropical drinks and a distinctly oceanfront urban setting. The restaurant suits visitors seeking a casual seafood stop, groups sharing platters and diners who want a lively Ocean Drive location without a formal dining style.
