Restaurant in Memphis, United States
Saltwater Crab
100Pearl PointsCasual crab spot
About Saltwater Crab
Saltwater Crab is a practical Midtown Memphis pick when the group wants a casual seafood-leaning meal without a high-effort booking. It is better for flexible repeat visits than for a polished special occasion, it makes sense when seafood sounds more useful than another taco, noodle, or music-driven dinner.
Saltwater Crab is a Memphis venue with a casual dress code and a schedule that requires a little planning. It is open for lunch and dinner on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, runs continuously through the day on Saturday and Sunday, is closed on Tuesday.
Because the verified details are limited, the safest way to plan around Saltwater Crab is to treat it as a casual Memphis option and confirm any menu, service, or party-specific needs directly before going. The published information supports a practical decision around timing and dress, but not a more specific claim about signature dishes, pricing, reservations, or special services.
Use it for a casual Memphis meal, not a trophy booking
Saltwater Crab makes the clearest case when the plan is simple: a casual outing in Memphis during its posted hours. It is not possible, from the verified information here, to frame it around awards, a chef-counter format, a tasting menu, or a special-occasion service style.
If the group is comparing Memphis options, Golden India, The Crazy Noodle, Molly's La Casita, Babalu Tacos & Tapas, Lafayette's Music Room are other named venues to consider depending on the kind of night the group wants. Saltwater Crab is the one to keep in mind when its hours and casual dress code fit the plan.
How to plan the next visit
Plan around the weekly schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday run 11 AM–2:30 PM and 4:30–9:30 PM; Friday runs 11 AM–2:30 PM and 4:30–10 PM; Saturday runs 11 AM–10 PM; Sunday runs 11 AM–9 PM; and Tuesday is closed. Those split weekday hours matter, especially for anyone trying to arrive between lunch and dinner.
For broader Memphis planning, use Pearl's Memphis restaurants guide to decide how Saltwater Crab fits with other meals. Visitors building a full trip can also use the Memphis bars guide and other Memphis planning resources.
Quick reference: consider Saltwater Crab for a casual Memphis outing during its posted hours; skip it if the night depends on unverified details such as a specific menu item, service format, price point, or special-occasion setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Saltwater Crab accommodate groups?
The verified information does not specify group accommodations, private dining, or large-party policies. What is confirmed is that Saltwater Crab is in Memphis, has a casual dress code, is open 11 AM–2:30 PM and 4:30–9:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday; 11 AM–2:30 PM and 4:30–10 PM on Friday; 11 AM–10 PM on Saturday; and 11 AM–9 PM on Sunday. It is closed Tuesday. For group-specific needs, confirm directly before going.
What should a first-timer know about Saltwater Crab?
Go in with the basics: Saltwater Crab is a Memphis venue with a casual dress code and posted hours that vary by day. Tuesday is closed; Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday use split daytime and evening hours; and Saturday and Sunday run continuously from 11 AM into the evening. Specific menu, pricing, reservation, service details are not verified here.
Is lunch or dinner better at Saltwater Crab?
Both lunch and dinner are supported by the verified hours on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Saturday and Sunday run continuously from late morning into the evening. Dinner hours begin at 4:30 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; weekend closing times are 10 PM on Saturday and 9 PM on Sunday.
What are alternatives to Saltwater Crab in Memphis?
Other Memphis venues to compare include Babalu Tacos & Tapas, Golden India, Lafayette's Music Room, Molly's La Casita, The Crazy Noodle. Choose among them based on the kind of outing, timing, atmosphere you want, use Saltwater Crab when its Memphis location, casual dress code, posted hours fit the plan.
What should I order at Saltwater Crab?
The verified information here does not identify signature dishes or a confirmed menu. Check the current menu directly before visiting, especially if the meal depends on a specific dish, dietary need, or price point.
Location
2059 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
Memphis, United States
Compare Saltwater Crab
| Venue |
|---|
| Saltwater Crab |
| Golden India |
| The Crazy Noodle |
| Molly's La Casita |
| Babalu Tacos & Tapas |
| Lafayette's Music Room |
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- Golden India, Notable alternative
- The Crazy Noodle, Notable alternative
- Molly's La Casita, Notable alternative
- Babalu Tacos & Tapas, Notable alternative
- Lafayette's Music Room, Notable alternative
How Saltwater Crab compares in Memphis
Choose Saltwater Crab when the group wants seafood flexibility and an easygoing meal. Golden India is the clearer choice for diners who want a more defined cuisine lane, while The Crazy Noodle is better when the craving is specific and noodle-focused.
For a social table, Molly's La Casita and Babalu Tacos & Tapas are stronger if the group wants Mexican flavors and shareable pacing. Saltwater Crab is the better bet when seafood is the reason for going out, but it has less category clarity than those two.
Lafayette's Music Room is the alternative when ambiance matters more than the plate. Pick it for a livelier night; pick Saltwater Crab when the meal itself should stay central and the booking should feel low-stress.
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