The Boil Shack Menu (2025 Update)
Introducing The Boil Shack, a Cajun/Creole seafood restaurant located in Albany, NY. This classy establishment offers a variety of seafood options, including Snow Crab, Headless Shrimp, King Crab Legs, and more. The menu features unique boil experiences like Combo #1 with crawfish, shrimp, and andouille sausage, and Combo #2 with snow crab legs and clams. The Cold Seafood Bar offers raw oysters, jumbo shrimp cocktail, and chilled lobster. The Boil Shack also provides vegetarian options and is great for groups and families, with waiter service and a full bar. The diverse menu and cozy atmosphere make it a perfect spot for a delicious dinner. Experience the flavors of Cajun cuisine at The Boil Shack and indulge in a seafood feast unlike any other.
Our Boil Experience
1/2 lb. Snow crab 1/2 lb. Headless shrimp
King Crab Legs
1 lb.
Snow Crab
1 lb.
Head-On Shrimp
1 lb.
Head off shrimp
1 lb
Peeled & Deveined Shrimp
Twin Lobster Tails Boil
Twin 6oz Lobster Tails
Whole Maine Lobster
Crawfish
1 lb.
Jonah Crab Claws
1 lb.
Large Green Mussels
1 dozen.
Top Neck Clams
1 dozen
Little Neck Clams
1 dozen.
Add Lobster Tail
Add a lobster tail to any boil
Add Potato to Bag
6 additional pieces of potato
Add Sausage to Bag
8 additional pieces of Sausage
Add Corn to Bag
4 additional pieces of corn
Add One hard boiled egg
Add Ramen Noodles
whole Dungeness Crab
Combo #1
1 lb. crawfish, 1 lb. Headon shrimp, 8 andouille sausage pieces, 4 corn on the cob and 4 potatoes. No substitutions please
Combo #2
1 lb. crawfish, 1 lb. shrimp, 8 andouille sausage pieces, 4 corn on the cob and 4 potatoes and 1 lb. snow crab legs and 1 dozen clams. No substitutioneed please
Combo #3
1 lb. crawfish, 1 lb. shrimp, 8 andouille sausage pieces, 4 corn on the cob and 4 potatoes and 1 lb. king crab legs and 1 dozen clams. No substitutions please
Autumn Feast
Whole Maine Lobster, 1/2 pound King Crab Legs, 1/2 pound Headless Shrimp.
Twin Maine Whole Lobsters
Tulip Special
1 LB Peeled and Deveined Shrimp, 1/2 LB Snow Crab, 1/2 LB King Crab, 2 Pieces of Corn on the Cob, 4 Beef Sausage Slices, and 4 Halves of Potato
Queen Combo
1 LB Snow Crab, 1 LB Mussels, 1 LB Head Off Shrimp, 3 Corn on the Cob, 6 Slices of Beef Sausage, and 6 Halves of Potato
Spring Special
1lb Snow crab, 1lb Peeled and deveined Shrimp, 1 Dozen little neck clams
Try Our Combos
Cold Seafood Bar
Raw Little Neck Clams
One dozen
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail
6 jumbo shrimp
Raw Oysters
One dozen
Chilled Jonah Crab Claws
One pound
Chilled Snow Crab
1/2 pound
Chilled King Crab Legs
1/2 pound
Chilled Whole Lobster
Small Seafood Tower
Oyster, Clam, Jumbo Shrimp, Jonah Crab Claw, Snow Crab, King Crab with Pickle Peppers and Sauces (serves 2-3)
Large Seafood Tower
Oyster, Clam, Jumbo Shrimp, Jonah Crab Claw, Snow Crab, King Crab with Pickle Peppers and Sauces (serves 4-6)
1/2 Dozen Oyster
Fried Jumbo Wings
Cajun smoked honey, Louisiana style hot, buttery garlic, sweet chili BBQ, or Cajun lemon pepper
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Vidalia onions, horseradish sauce.
Cajun Dusted Calamari
Sweet and hot peppers, sweet chili sauce.
Voodoo Shrimp
Cajun dusted popcorn shrimp, coconut flakes, red pepper tartar.
Grilled Head on Shrimp
1 lb. Your choice a sauce.
Chicken Tenders and Curly Fries
BBQ Sauce
Steamed Littleneck Clams
1 dozen with melted butter
Crispy Brussel Sprouts
Candied bacon, green apples, dark sweet chili vinegar
Southern Crab Hush Puppies
Corn meal flour, crab meat, corn, green onions, sweet chili remoulade
Louisiana Style Crab Cakes
Sweet ChilI sauce, tropical mango salsa
Cajun Gumbo
Shrimp, chicken, beef sausage, dirty rice, okra
Southern Fried Pickles
Cajun remoulade, horseradish, aioli
Loaded Potato Curly Fries
Melted chedder, candied bacon, chipotle tomato, greenot onion pico, chipotle sour cream
Drunken Mussels
Craft beer simmered, peppers, beef sausage, grilled bread
Bayou Fried Oysters
Crumb dusted fresh oysters, Tabasco hollandaise
Soup of the Day
Fresh daily selection
New England Clam Chowder
Drunken Clams
Craft beer simmered, peppers, beef sausage, grilled bread
Appetizers
Salads
Mixed Greens Salad
Cucumbers,cherry tomato,red onions,croutons,balsamic dressing
Caesar Salad
Romaine, croutons, parmesan cheese, creamy ceasar
Cobb Salad
Mixed greens,egg,candied bacon,cucumber,grape tomato,bleu cheese crumbles,choice of dressings
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Crispy tenders,mixed greens,red onions,tomato,cucumbers,cheddar cheese, bleu cheese dressing
Add Grilled Shrimp to any salad
Add Blackened Tuna to any salad
Add Blackened Salmon to any salad
Add Cajun Grilled Chicken to any salad
Iceberg Wedge
Candied bacon, red onions, cherry tomatoes, croutons, cajun ranch dressing
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Fried spicy chicken breast, grilled butter brioche bun, pickles and spicy Cajun sauce.
Crispy Fried Fish Sandwich
Wild Atlantic Cod, lettuce, tomato, red onions, spicy roumelade, toasted french baguette
Po Boy
Fried oyster or shrimp, arugula, tomato, onion, grilled brioche bun
Prime Angus Burger
Candied bacon, melted chedder, mixed greens, tomato, onion, grilled brioche bun
Hot Maine Lobster Roll
Poached in warm garlic butter, green onion, arugula, lemon garlic aioli
Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwich
Chicken breast, buttered brioche bun, mixed greens, tomato and Cajun ranch sauce
Cold Maine Lobster Roll
Mayo, butter, chopped celery and green onions, lemon juice and lemon zest.
Cold Lobster Roll
Mayo, lemon juice, celery, green onion
Sandwiches
Entrees
Pan Seared Salmon
Fresh salmon fillet, Apple cider bourbon glaze
Maine Lobster Mac & Cheese (No sides)
Southern Style
Creole Seafood Pasta (No sides)
Lobster, baby shrimp, crawfish, creole cream sauce, cavatappI pasta, grilled bread
Blackened Tuna
Pan Seared Cajun Tuna Steak....... spicy
Cajun Chicken Breast
Flame broiled boneless, skinless (with 2 sides)
BBQ Chicken Breast
Flame broiled boneless skinless (with two sides)
Grilled 14oz NY Ribeye Steak
Dusted with our special seasonings and grilled
Surf & Turf
14 oz Rigeye and 6 oz Maine Lobster tail
Collard Greens
Corn on the Cob
4 pieces
Cole Slaw
Mashed Potato with Gravy
Maple Whipped Yam
Dirty Rice
Garden Salad
Honey Butter Cornbread
Seasoned Curly Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Mac & Cheese
Grilled Broccolini
White rice
Sides
For the Kids
Kids Chicken Tenders
Served with sweet potato or curly fries.
Kids Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Served with sweet potato or curly fries.
Kids Cheeseburger
Served with sweet potato or curly fries.
Kids Grilled Shrimp
Served with dirty rice.