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AI suggestion for a 40-guest private dinner — confirm details with the venue.
The Mighty Crab at 2655 Richmond Ave brings a lively, crowd-pleasing seafood boil experience to the Staten Island Mall. Known for its customizable Cajun-style seafood bags, the restaurant lets guests mix-and-match snow crab legs, shrimp, crawfish, mussels, clams, and lobster with sauces like house special (a blend of Cajun, garlic butter, and lemon pepper) and multiple spice levels. Beyond boils, expect Southern-inspired fried baskets (shrimp, catfish, oysters, calamari), po’boys, wings, and shareable seafood combos that make planning for groups easy. A full bar anchors the energetic dining room, pouring beers, frozen drinks, and colorful cocktails suited to casual celebrations. The décor skews playful and nautical with neon accents, bibs and gloves at the ready, and upbeat music or DJ nights that fuel a fun, social atmosphere. Service is friendly, efficient, and used to handling larger parties, birthdays, and family outings. While there is not clear public information indicating dedicated private dining rooms at this mall location, the team is generally accommodating of group reservations and can cluster tables for semi-private style seating; buyouts or large-party packages may be available upon request and are best coordinated directly with the restaurant. The setting is casual and kid-friendly with ample mall parking and easy access. Overall, The Mighty Crab is a strong fit for informal group gatherings that prioritize interactive seafood boils, value, and a festive vibe over formality—ideal for birthdays, team outings, and family celebrations where guests want hands-on dining and lively energy.
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~$3k–$5k for 40 seated
~$75–$125/person (Moderate · $$)
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Casual, lively, and festive with nautical décor, neon accents, upbeat music, and a family- and group-friendly vibe.
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Total Rooms
1
Combined Capacity
40
Largest Room
40
| Room | Seated | Banquet | Theater | Reception | Boardroom |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 40 | 50 | 56 | 22 |
Sample capacities — illustrative seating overlays, confirm with the venue.
Up to 40 seated
Setups: Booths and tables, flexible layout for groups or celebrations
- Ocean-themed décor - Colorful lighting & ocean projections - Friendly staff - Party platters on request - DJ on weekends
Sample seating only — not a surveyed floorplan. Confirm final layout with the venue.
4.6
514
Total Reviews
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Key information at a glance
Rating
4.6/5.0
514 reviews
Price Range
$$
Private Rooms
1 Rooms
Max Capacity
40
Total Capacity
40
Category
Seafood
ADDRESS
2655 Richmond Ave
New Springville
Staten Island, New York
PHONE
+1 718-313-0288WEBSITE
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514
Reviews
Customizable seafood boils with multiple sauces and spice levels, Full bar with cocktails, beer, and frozen drinks, Group-friendly combo platters and shareable seafood feasts, Festive music/DJ nights and birthday-friendly atmosphere, Ample mall parking and easy access, Takeout and delivery availability
Casual, lively, and festive with nautical décor, neon accents, upbeat music, and a family- and group-friendly vibe.
The Mighty Crab
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