Crustasia is part of the Red Crab group of restaurants, which is famous for grade A crabs and seafood dishes in Metro Manila.
The interiors are neo-Asian. High ceiling with big red lanterns, smoked glass tables, minimalist chairs with red print upholstery, and other modern oriental touches complete the ambience of the restaurant.
But, of course, let’s talk about the food. Crabs, lobsters, shrimps, and fish are cooked following flavorful Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese recipes.
I go for the Crab Maritess, which maximizes the flavor of olive oil, garlic, and chilies on the crab. This is truly delectable, so it isn’t any wonder that this is their bestseller. Fidel's Pepper Crab, on the other hand, is peppercorn overload and I also love it. This is reserved, though, for those of us who crave spicy food.
Be prepared to pay a bit more than the usual seafood restaurants and even more than the other Red Crab outlets. Male King size is at 99 PHP per 100g. Their 1.5kg crab, which costs almost 1,500 PHP, is good for two persons only. Each cup of steamed rice is at 35 PHP.
However, the crabs are really good here, so for me, dining at Crustasia is worth it on special occasions, whenever you have the budget, and whenever you've just got to have really good crabs.
by RaquelKato on February 7, 2007
Crustasia
G/F Rockwell Power Plant Makati City, Philippines
+63 (2) 728 5463