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Fatty Crab

18-11A Enighed, Cruz Bay 00831, St. John
340.775.9951
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Ranked #2 of 35 restaurants in Cruz Bay
Price range: RM31 - RM100
Cuisines: Barbecue, Malaysian, Wine Bar, Asian fusion
Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
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Jericho, New York
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

We were recently in St. John and ate at Fatty Crab. The service we received from start to finish was unmatched by any other restaurant. We were treated as if we were the most important guests at the restaurant. Every item that we ordered was delicious, from the Pad Thai to the Pulled Pork. The cocktails were innovative and delicious.... More

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Belton, Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

I can't remember what we had as a main dish but it was SO good. We loved the atmosphere and the unique menu.

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New York City, New York
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

It's really hard to get a table at Fatty Crab in NYC so delighted (and surprised) to find an outpost in St John. Really delicious Malaysian and Indonesian food with spectacular cocktails. Watermelon pickle and crispy pork!

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Walnut Creek, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

We arrived at the fatty crab and sat at the bar to be welcomed with two amazing cocktails. My wife and I gave our meal decisions to the bartender who selected an amazing seared ahi salad, and a watermelon and pork belly dish that was so tasty. I think they were both specials and we were lucky to have them.... More

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El Dorado Hills, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

this was our second favorite place in st. john. the food is served family style and very good. we had the mahi mahi, fried rice, steak salad, and ramen. the kids didn't care too much for the ramen but overall very good dinner.

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Long Island City, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

Great food, service, ambience!!! Sharing is so much fun and the portions are plentiful, ---most, most importantly---- delicious!! The staff is attentive, helpful, fun and totally knowledgable. Great drinks flow at an easy pace and truly enhance the great food.. Authentic favors shine in their calamari, home cured pulled pork and brisket, fresh catch fishes ( great mahi!!) and amazing... More

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New York City, New York
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW via mobile

We've been visiting St. John and have already eaten at Fatty Crab 3 times. First, my husband and I had dinner there. Then we went for Sunday brunch. and a few days later brought our 6 friends there with us. Each time, the food and service were wonderful (not to mention the great cocktails and wine list!) The quality of... More

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Orlando FL
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31 reviews 31 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW via mobile

We visited on a Tuesday night- 4 adults and one child (5) and it was not crowded. A wonderful variety and everything was well prepared, interesting and tasty. We ordered give dishes and shared them all: fish sliders, stir-fry veges, fried rice, calamari and fresh Mahi with Asian noodles. We could've ordered one or two more & easily finished it.... More

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Scituate, Massachusetts
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013 via mobile

For an Asian Indian carribean inspired dinner, this is a must do! It's an unexpected gem! The drinks and the food ate true originals!

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See 2 more reviews by Melissa33170 for Cruz Bay
Washington DC, District of Columbia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
8 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We just asked our waiter to bring out 3-4 of his favorite dishes and surprise us. And we were delighted. A different and interesting menu, well executed. You can get Pad Thai here - and it's excellent, probably not exactly like any Pad Thai you've had before. If you are a fan of bacon, you have to get the Braised... More

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