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St. James Crabhouse Bar & Grill

shop 4/2 Harbour Rd, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia

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Find St. James Crabhouse Bar & Grill

shop 4/2 Harbour Rd, Hamilton QLD 4007, Australia

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+61 7 3630 1883
HoursMonday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About St. James Crabhouse Bar & Grill

St. James Crabhouse brings full-throttle American crab boils to Hamilton Harbour—gloves, crackers, and all. Expect communal tables cracking into King crab, spanner, and blue swimmers tossed in peppery Baltimore sauce alongside bowls of chowder and hot jambalaya. Expat diners and large family crews come specifically for the hands-on mess, with the kitchen fielding gluten-free and dairy-free requests without skipping a beat.

  • Interactive Crab Boils: Equipped with bibs, crackers, and gloves, tables dive directly into shell-on King crab, spanner, and sand crab boils.
  • American-Style Seasoning: Catches come drenched in regional seasonings like spiced Baltimore sauce, flanked by warm bread and potatoes.
  • Group-Friendly Service: The spacious dining room easily accommodates large parties and young kids while managing dietary needs.
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Why Choose St. James Crabhouse Bar & Grill

Experience authentic American seafood boils, hands-on crab feasts, and welcoming group hospitality in Hamilton.

  • Interactive Hands-On Crab Boils

    Diners get to crack and break through full shell-on crab varieties together, creating an energetic and fun communal activity at the table.

    our girls had the best time breaking up the crab!

    Darlene Bergener

  • Hearty Feast Sizing

    Generous seafood portions like the king crab boil provide substantial shareable meals that leave tables completely satisfied.

    We couldn't finish it all, even though we gave it our best go.

    Anthony Hamilton

  • Authentic US Crabhouse Nostalgia

    Families and expats craving authentic US crab house traditions find comforting familiarity and high-quality preparation abroad.

    We lived in Maryland in the US so we love crabs and hadn't found a great crab house since moving to Australia.

    Darlene Bergener

  • Delight That Welcomes All Ages

    Generous boils and welcoming dining deliver enthusiastic satisfaction that earns repeat visits across generations.

    My 8-year-old daughter wanted to go back for breakfast & take the restaurant home with us!

    Darlene Bergener

  • Comfortable Large-Group Accommodations

    The dining room comfortably hosts large group gatherings and young families with attentive and accommodating hospitality.

    They were very accommodating and the service wasn't bad considering we were a group of 12 plus some babies.

    Josef Solidum

  • Dietary-Friendly Boils

    Kitchen teams readily tailor boil preparations for guests managing specific dietary restrictions like dairy-free or gluten-free.

    They were also hugely accommodating with restrictions like gluten-free and dairy-free!

    Darlene Bergener

Signature boils and house specialties loved by diners

  • king crab boil

    We had the king crab boil and a bowl of chowder. All absolutely delicious.

    Anthony Hamilton

  • crab boil

    We got the crab boil & loved the variety of different crabs, & our girls had the best time breaking up the crab!

    Darlene Bergener

  • chicken tenders

    We also ordered the chicken tenders and the calamari, they were so light and absolutely beautiful.

    CM

  • jambalaya

    But the best value I reckon is the jambalaya.

    Josef Solidum

Before you head over

Practical advice on dining, payments, and dining preparations at St. James Crabhouse

  • Plan Group Payments in Advance

    Large groups should organize payment before arriving, as the restaurant does not split bills. An ATM is located next door if cash is required.

  • Inform Staff of Dietary Restrictions

    The kitchen easily accommodates specific dietary requirements such as gluten-free and dairy-free dining.

  • Prepare for Hands-On Dining

    Be ready for a hands-on and messy meal, as seafood boils require cracking shells using provided gloves and cracking accessories.

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