It's been a fabulous adventure since we purchased the land in 1978, which then was a corn field. In 1981 we started building the Big Barn on the Bay. It took 6 months to build. The gala Grand Opening was in June of 1982 and some 1800 people enjoyed the festivities. Throughout the years we would travel and find awesome artifacts for our customers to enjoy each season.
We offer the best when it comes to crabs. You can grab some to go in our famous Wooden Caboose, or dine in with us in the Barn or at Sneaky Pete's overlooking the bay. Either choice is a welcome one, we just want to offer the best in service and a smile on your face as you enjoy the meal we have planned for you.
So Come Make Memories With Us! And we'll make sure it's one you won't forget.
Cuisine
All You Can Eat, American, Beach Food, Seafood, Steamed CrabsDining Options
Carry-Out, Kid Friendly, Outdoor Dining, WaterfrontMeal Types
Lunch, DinnerSuper Deals
$15 OFF Your Next Visit!
Enjoy $15 off when you spend $50 or more at Hooper's Crab House or Sneaky Pete's
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Recent Reviews
Hooper's Crab House
Chrystal Lynton : 5 on 7/5/2026 9:49 pm
My family and I visited Hooper’s during our first trip to OC and it we definitely enjoyed it. First, there’s ample parking with a mini golf cart shuttle that takes you between the restaurant and the extended lots so you don’t have to walk (we didn’t have to use it. but the thought of convenience was appreciated). The staff were all very friendly from the host desk to the servers. Our server was awesome, even gave us free cups as a souvenir to bring back to with us to Jersey. We were seated outside, which is enclosed for safety and heated for comfort. The food was so fresh and the drinks were so good and reasonably priced. Overall definitely recommend visiting Hooper’s anytime you’re in OC. We’ll be back for sure!
Chrystal Lynton
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Virginia Harkleroad : 5 on 7/28/2026 7:24 pm
We went twice in one week it was so good! Despite being packed we only waited less than 15 minutes each visit. Highly recommend the shrimp rice bowl, lobster Mac and cheese and the fish tacos. Drinks were great too. Staff was efficient and sweet. I believe we had Sophie and Anna who was very accommodating when we had an issue of nobody’s doing. The food came out quick and was all delicious. One night we were given kettle corn which may have come with the kids meal not sure. The next time we had delicious bread and butter brought to the table. We will be back next time we are in town. The only thing I wasn’t a big fan of was the dressing in my Caesar salad. It was light handed and not at all creamy as you can see in the photo. The chicken on it was very good though. May be a regional difference in what I’m used to for dressing.
Virginia Harkleroad
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soapita _ : 5 on 7/28/2026 2:22 pm
I had a really great time here! I got the clam chowder which was delicious and the calamari. The location itself is very beautiful during the day and the service was outstanding! If you’re going for dinner definitely go with time because we waited an hour on a busy Saturday. Parking also gets filled but they have additional parking in the back. They do not take reservations so keep that in mind when also planning dinner. They also have a little souvenir shop which was pretty cute! I would definitely recommend going and enjoying their all you can eat crab and soft baked bread 😊
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