What People Are Saying About Charley's Crab
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In Short
Whether it's an everyday meal or a once-in-a-lifetime occasion, Charley's Crab fits the bill. For nearly three decades, this seafood restaurant has been the epitome of fine dining in Detroit. The wood-paneled interior looks like a ship's hull laced with artifacts of sea voyages--and every table is worthy of the captain's company. Besides the tender lobster and fish dishes, the menu includes a selection of aged beef, lamb, veal and homemade pastas.
User Reviews
Vitob8
February 23, 2009
We were seated fairly promptly. But it took 45 minutes to get a bread basket. I asked 3 waitresses for a bar napkin to get rid of my gum and did not get it. Our waitress finally gave me an old receipt to deposit my gum. I ordered Blue points, they were fresh but the smallest I've ever seen eating out. I ordered trout and it was small also. My wife had scallops which also was a small portion. The drinks were over priced, I had a Rusty Nail with little or no scotch, very disappointing. I don't remember the waitresses name but she was African American and disappeared for too long a time. Very poor service. Food was average and minimal. Charley's Crab is nothing like it used to be. How sad!
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Anonymous
June 22, 2008
Wonderful seafood restaurant. It is one of Chuck Muer's restaurants. Make sure you start with Charleys chowder, and oyster bar. I have never had such fresh oyster in my life. They print the menu daily. This is an indication that they only serve the freshest food each day. The atomosphere is great, too. The building is converted from old mansion.
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miamyamay
July 09, 2006
Charley's Crab is BACK! My favorite restauarant as a kid, it went downhill there for a while, but now it's better than ever! My date and I had such a wodnerful time the other night, and we will definately return soon. I have to give credit to our server, Paul, who was one of the best waiter's we have ever had. He was so friendly and attentive and everything was perfect! It was Wednesday Night and they have a special for Half Off EVERY bottle of wine! what a wonderful surprise and bargain that was! We were able to enjoy a wine we would not normally drink at a restaurant! I love Lobster and Paul was kind enough to deshell it for me. We really liked the special appetizer and the Chocolate Truffle Cake as Dessert. The bartender, Jen, was also very friendly and efficient when we were waiting for our table at the bar.
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Knoiw Before You Go:
The bar area is a great place to people watch, and the wine menu is one of the finest in Metro Detroit.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Discover, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Historic Setting, People Watching, Business Dining, Live Music, Fireplace, Notable Wine List
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
