The Crab Sports Bar

2.9(707)· Google2.9 out of 5 from 707 reviews (Google rating)Date Night Restaurant$$ Greektown
Closed · opens 2:00 PM

Quick facts

The Crab Sports Bar is a date night restaurant at 519 E Jefferson Ave in Detroit, MI, open Sun–Sat from 2:00 PM. Call +1313-524-1436 for details.

Address
519 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48226, United States
Phone
+1313-524-1436
Hours today
2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Price
$$

About The Crab Sports Bar

The Crab Sports Bar is a casual restaurant and sports-watching spot at 519 E Jefferson Ave in Detroit, MI. In its description, the business says everything is made from scratch using high-end, local ingredients. Food is served at the bar as well as through table service, with beer, wine, cocktails and liquor available. Happy-hour offerings include both food and drinks. Rooftop and outdoor seating add to the dining options, while karaoke nights, live music, live performances and dancing are among the listed features.

The restaurant accepts reservations and has a private dining room, with options for groups and solo diners. It welcomes children and provides changing tables; it also lists LGBTQ-welcoming and transgender-safe-space attributes. The entrance, parking, restrooms and seating are wheelchair accessible. Delivery and takeout are available alongside dine-in service. Drivers have paid lot and street parking options. For review context, its Google rating is 2.9 out of 5 from 707 reviews.

Known for

  • Sports viewing and rooftop seating
  • Karaoke nights and live music
  • Happy-hour food and drinks
  • Private dining room
  • LGBTQ-welcoming space

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • wings

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “This place is under new ownership and is now a sports bar. I would say a sports bar with ambience. The downstairs is a beautiful lounge and upstairs is an ope. Air roof top bar with great views of Woodward and Canada. We arrived not …”

    — Shanni Rhoades Wingert, September 11, 2026 · google

  • “The best service ever. The wings were finger licking good and the customer service was exceptional.”

    — Angela Lipo ski, September 11, 2026 · google

  • “**False advertising and disappointing experience** I came here because they advertised "$30 all-you-can-eat crab legs" on social media with an RSVP link through Eventbrite. However, there was no such offer on Eventbrite. When I arrived, …”

    — CA B, July 30, 2026 · google

  • “Over charging for drinks that is mostly ice.”

    — Breahna Ivory, June 11, 2026 · google

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The Crab Sports Bar — frequently asked

Is The Crab Sports Bar open on Mondays?
No — The Crab Sports Bar is closed on Mondays.
Where is The Crab Sports Bar?
The Crab Sports Bar is at 519 E Jefferson Ave, Detroit, MI 48226, United States.
How expensive is The Crab Sports Bar?
Google lists The Crab Sports Bar in the $$ price range for date night restaurants in Detroit, MI.
What is the phone number for The Crab Sports Bar?
You can reach The Crab Sports Bar on +1313-524-1436.