Crawdads on the River restaurant in Sacramento, California
Sacramento, California dining

Crawdads on the River in Sacramento, California

American, New American, Seafood, Cajun Riverfront casual dining

Open now6:26 PM Price $20-$50 Today 11:00 am–8:00 pm
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1375 Garden Hwy, Sacramento, CA, 95831, US

CuisineAmerican, New American, Seafood, Cajun
StyleRiverfront casual dining
Price$20-$50
MealsLunch, Dinner
Guest impressions

What people say about Crawdads on the River

River views come top on most visitors’ list, with the bustling patio scene and seafood-oriented menu next in line. Supporters of jambalaya, fish courses, tacos, and Cajun dishes abound, and successful visits entail swift and friendly service. On the other hand, there may be inconsistency during busy periods with a slow pace of service, a too-loud environment, or meals and beverages not commensurate to the cost. Setting continues to be a key element in people’s decision to visit, especially when it comes to outdoor dining season.

Restaurant overview

About Crawdads on the River

Crawdads on the River is an open-air waterfront restaurant located at Garden Highway in Sacramento. Its menu is based on seafood dishes, Cajun and Creole flavors, burgers, sandwiches, and appetizers. The riverfront setting distinguishes it from many other restaurants in Sacramento.

Customers can stay light with nachos, wings, or sandwiches, or create a more filling meal with the help of cioppino, salmon, mahi-mahi, gumbo, or jambalaya. Such an option will be good both for customers who come for snacks and those who wish to have a proper meal.

The deck is a signature element of the restaurant, but the open-air deck setting also implies high occupancy rates during warm nights and weekend parties. A reservation is helpful when you need a particular time of dining and not the walk-in option.

Menu highlights

Crawdads on the River food menu and prices

Ahi Nachos$26
Calamari$21
Ceviche$19
Chicken Wings$18
Crawdads Chowder Fries$18
Crispy Crab Cakes$25
Dippin Out$17
Nachos$17
New England Clam Chowder$10 cup / $15 bowl
Prawn Cocktail$22
River Chips$12
Steamed Mussels & Clams$26
Cajun Grilled Chicken Club$22
Cheeseburger$22
Crab Grilled Cheese$25
Cubano$21
Nashville Chicken Sandwich$21
Steak Sando$26
BLT$16
Carnitas Tacos$22
Fish or Shrimp Tacos$23
Vegetarian Tacos$21
Cioppino$32
Grilled Atlantic Salmon$32
Mahi Mahi$36
Seared Ahi Tuna$29
Bistro Filet Medallions$35
Cajun Pasta$32
Creole Burrito$23
Fish and Chips$25
Jambalaya$28
Louisiana Gumbo$28
Surf and Turf Skewers$26
Burrata Salad$22
Caesar$14
Cali Chop$24
Citrus Beet$17
River Wedge$17

Menu items and prices can change. Check the restaurant directly for the latest menu before visiting.

Popular picks

What to try at Crawdads on the River

  • Ahi nachos
  • Calamari
  • Ceviche
  • Crawdads chowder fries
  • Crispy crab cakes
  • New England clam chowder
  • Steamed mussels and clams
  • Bucket O' Crawdads
  • Crab grilled cheese
  • Cioppino
  • Grilled Atlantic salmon
  • Jambalaya
Opening hours

When to visit Crawdads on the River

Open now11:00 am–8:00 pm
Monday11:00 am–8:00 pm
TuesdayToday11:00 am–8:00 pm
Wednesday11:00 am–8:00 pm
Thursday11:00 am–8:00 pm
Friday11:00 am–9:00 pm
Saturday11:00 am–9:00 pm
Sunday11:00 am–8:00 pm
Location

Find Crawdads on the River

Restaurant location1375 Garden Hwy, Sacramento, CA, 95831, US

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