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09/03/2026
🍂 FALL FEATURE ALERT 🍂
Carrot cake season has officially arrived! 🥕🍰 Moist, perfectly spiced carrot cake layered with rich cream cheese frosting—it’s basically fall on a plate.
Come grab a slice and get your first taste of the season. 🍁
Available for a limited time!
08/28/2026
⚜️ Last chance to experience Culinaria! ⚜️
Only 1 day left to enjoy our $45 Culinaria Menu—choose one appetizer, one entrée, and one dessert for a meal full of bold Cajun flavor from start to finish.
Whether you've been planning to visit or you're coming back for one more bite, now's the time! Don't miss your chance to dine, indulge, and support a great cause before it's gone.
🦀 Culinaria ends in 1 day!
08/25/2026
⚜️ Culinaria is almost over! ⚜️
There's still time to experience our $45 Culinaria Menu—choose one appetizer, one entrée, and one dessert for a meal that's full of bold Cajun flavor from start to finish.
And trust us... you'll want to save room for the Brownie à la Mode. 🍫🍨 The perfect sweet ending to an unforgettable meal.
08/23/2026
Thank you Jason McClain for your purchase of our buy 2 get 2lbs free special ($36). That’s almost 80 shrimp. 🤩 Thanks for sharing the pic!!!!
08/22/2026
🦀 Not everyone comes for the same thing—and that's the way we like it.
Whether you're craving a hearty bowl of Red Beans & Rice, creamy Mac & Cheese, a Cajun Seafood Boil, or crispy Fish & Chips, we've got a plate with your name on it.
08/21/2026
Say hello to the Fleur De Lis—a cocktail that's smooth, refreshing, and made for good times.
Join us for Happy Hour, or swing by for the after-party tonight and raise a glass with us. Great drinks, bold Cajun flavor, and the perfect way to end the night. 🥂
Who's ready for the first sip? 🍋✨
08/19/2026
Join us for Lil' Pinchers Crab-tivities Night and let the little ones get creative with their own crab-shaped cookie decorating kit! Each child will receive a cookie, icing, and sprinkles to create their own sweet masterpiece. 🎨✨
Even better? Kids Eat FREE with the purchase of an adult entrée!
Bring the family, enjoy a delicious Cajun dinner, and make some sweet memories with us tonight. ❤️
08/16/2026
🦀 Kids Eat FREE + Lil' Pinchers Crab-tivities Night! 🍪
Join us Wednesday, August 19 for a sweet night of cookie decorating! Kids can decorate their very own crab cookie while enjoying a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée.
Bring the whole family for great food, sweet treats, and a night full of fun! ❤️
🎨 Cookie Decorating
🦀 Kids Eat FREE
📅 Wednesday, August 19
See y'all there!
08/15/2026
Proud to Share Some of the Great Work of our Commissary!
Beyond the food you know and love at Smashin Crab, our Commissary team is serving organizations throughout San Antonio with customized meal solutions — including Nurses & Frontline Meal Programs, our UTSA Volleyball partnership, NISD Athletics pre- and post-game meal solutions, Texas Army National Guard catering, and Student Meal Programs supporting local educational institutions.
From student-athletes and frontline professionals to our military service members and students, we’re honored to help feed the people who serve, compete, learn, and strengthen our community.
Check out the attached flyers to see some of what SC Commissary has been up to!
Looking for a dependable meal-program or catering partner for your team, school, department, or organization? We’d love the opportunity to serve you.
08/14/2026
🦐 Came for the BOGO Head-On Shrimp... stayed for the appetizers, drinks, and dessert. 😏
One deal turned into the perfect meal. Grab your crew, crack some shells, sip something cold, and don't skip the sweet ending. 🍹🦀🍰
Who's joining you? 👇
08/13/2026
Big thanks to .around.town for stopping by and SMASHIN with us! 🦀🔥 From the seafood boil to all the Cajun goodness in between, we loved having you at our table. Thanks for sharing the love and taking your followers along for the feast! 💜⚜️
03/15/2022
Smashin Crab boasts an energetic and vibrant atmosphere with delicious and affordable seafood to match. We’re looking for high energy people that are fun to be around, great team players, seafood lovers, calm under pressure, and have strong work ethics to join our Krewe.
During the COVID pandemic, all Smashin Crab Krewe Members must comply with all protocols employed to keep the team and the public safe, including disinfecting surfaces regularly and wearing a face mask when working. You are welcome to come into the unit and fill out an application. Time permitting, we can interview on the spot!
Current positions available are:
Server/Bartender
Host/Busser/Food Runner
03/15/2022
Smashin Crab boasts an energetic and vibrant atmosphere with delicious and affordable seafood to match. We’re looking for high energy people that are fun to be around, great team players, seafood lovers, calm under pressure, and have strong work ethics to join our Krewe.
You are welcome to come fill out an application and, time permitting, we can interview on the spot!
Current positions available are:
Server/Bartender
Host/Busser/Food Runner
11/30/2021
Smashin Crab boasts an energetic and vibrant atmosphere with delicious and affordable seafood to match. We’re looking for high energy people that are fun to be around, great team players, seafood lovers, calm under pressure, and have strong work ethics to join our Krewe.
During the COVID pandemic, all Smashin Crab Krewe Members must comply with all protocols employed to keep the team and the public safe, including disinfecting surfaces regularly and wearing a face mask when working. You are welcome to come into the unit and fill out an application. Time permitting, we can interview on the spot!
Current positions available are:
Cooks $14-$18/hour dependent on experience level
Server/Bartender min+tips
Host/Busser min+tips
Address
8910 Bandera Road #305
San Antonio, TX
78250
To get to the restaurant on Bandera Road in San Antonio, you can take the VIA Metropolitan Transit bus route that stops at Bandera Road. If you prefer driving, take the I-410 W loop towards Bandera Road and exit towards your destination. Along the way, keep an eye out for parking areas nearby.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Thursday |
12pm - 9pm |
| Friday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
12pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
12pm - 9pm |
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What people say
Cajun and Creole restaurants are known for their bold flavors, unique spices, and fresh seafood. And Smashin Crab on Bandera Road in San Antonio is no exception. This seafood restaurant offers a taste of Louisiana with its delicious Cajun and Creole dishes that will transport you to the heart of New Orleans.
But what sets Smashin Crab apart from other seafood restaurants is its fun and lively atmosphere. From crawfish eating contests to live music performances, there's always something exciting happening at this restaurant. And if you're looking for a family-friendly activity, their annual Crawfish "Pinch & Twist" Fest is not to be missed.
But it's not just about the entertainment at Smashin Crab. The food is truly outstanding. Their crawfish etouffee is a must-try, as well as their bayou bread and all-you-can-eat crawfish during their special events. And if you're feeling adventurous, try their twist & pitch crawfish eating contest!
Overall, Smashin Crab offers an unforgettable dining experience that combines delicious food with fun activities and entertainment. Whether you're a local or just passing through San Antonio, make sure to stop by this Cajun & Creole gem on Bandera Road.
