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Crawdads on the Lake

4.4 (441)
$30 and under
American
9900 Greenback Ln, Folsom, CA 95630-2117

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Crawdads on the Lake

4.4
$30 and under
American
Folsom

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
Nestled above the American River near Old Town Folsom in California, Crawdads on the Lake is all about mixing rustic charm with lakeside class. We’re not just any dining spot – we’re your go-to for a delicious adventure with stunning views.

Sip on our carefully crafted cocktails and munch on mouthwatering dishes while soaking up the magic of the sunset over the water.

Whether it’s a cozy date night or a fun hangout with friends, Crawdads on the Lake promises a memorable time where every moment feels like a slice of nature’s beauty.

And guess what? We’re not just about the food – we’ve got awesome live music too! Come on over and let’s make some memories together with good eats, good drinks, and great tunes!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Website
    https://crawdadsonthelake.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

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Reviews

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4.4

4.4
(441)
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Hot spot

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Sacramento / Sacramento Valley

    Great for scenic views

  • Sacramento

    Hot spot

  • Sacramento

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Sacramento

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Crawdads on the Lake offers stunning lake views and a lively atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for outdoor dining. Guests love the "fantastic service" and "great food." While some find the noise level high, the ambiance and location are praised. Enjoy large portions, friendly staff, and a "beautiful view" for a memorable visit.
441 Reviews

  1. Laura

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great birthday dinner for our son! Our waitress, Johna, was really friendly and polite. She always asked if we needed anything else. Towards the end of our dinner it was getting cold for many of us at our table. The 2 rollup doors were open to the back deck. This is an open air restaurant. Great views if you come during the day!

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  2. kim Gold

    San Francisco44 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was cold. Service was bad. I had the worst time digesting the salmon. So bad.

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  3. Kelsey

    Sacramento1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The views are amazing and it’s a very lively, fun place to eat! The food is okay, nothing was bad at all just average. The service was pretty poor but could be because of the crowd size on a weekend. It was a lot of waiting for menus, drinks, food, beverage refills, etc. Definitely a great place to experience though!

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  4. Bill

    Sacramento21 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointed. Beautiful view of the lake, nice venue. pro tip. If you want to be fine dining, hire experienced people. Waitress did not know the menu or the bar. (no Campari? no Averno?) (Gluten Free not marked on the menu, waitress was not informed). Our wedge salad was ordered to share, but we had to make a special request for a 2nd plate, then a separate request for a second knife. The 2nd plate was a small bread plate (???). I had the cioppino, it was plain, and came out cold. I had to request a side bowl for the shells (the waiter acted surprised.. why didn't it come out w/ the main dish?) My wife got the seared ahi, but the plate was half empty. Did they leaf something off, or did they not center the food on the plate? Overall, it was the service that put the damper on the meal. Too little experience either at this venue, or in the industry. We went elsewhere for after dinner drinks and desert, where the staff were twice their age, knew their menu, and were comfortable in their skin.

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  5. Dan

    Sacramento8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 20, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food is decent. The drinks are ok. Not bad but not memorable either. Same with the service. The value is fair just because the food and service aren’t anything special. The location and view is great hence the prices I assume. The view of the lake is what is very nice about this Crawdad’s.

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  6. Carrie Gold

    Portland8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Extremely loud music inside. Waited 10 minutes to be greeted at the front door and to be seated. When paying the bill, the server left The machine on the table and never came back.

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  7. Nick

    San Francisco20 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Started w/ drinks, they were out of white wine except the 80$ bottles, we were w/ a diabetic but they had no sweetener just white sugar for ice tea, all food came out cold. 2 sent back the rest of us were starving so we ate cold food.

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  8. Gail

    Sacramento5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 16, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Wait staff pleasant and good ver good.

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  9. Richard

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on October 15, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great but the real kicker is the service this place has a fantastic team. Oh and the view is amazing. Will definitely be back when I return to the area.

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  10. Tosha

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great experience. Food was delicious and nothing beats the views there!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Cocktail Bar, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Website
    https://crawdadsonthelake.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

FAQs

Yes, Crawdads on the Lake's lakeside deck, sunset views and live-music nights make it a popular choice for anniversaries and romantic dinners.

Yes, families and children regularly dine here, from Mother's Day family visits to multigenerational parties, and guests report enjoying the outdoor deck with kids in tow.

If you want live music and a lively lakeside vibe, weekends are ideal; for a quieter meal, several guests recommend visiting on a weeknight.

Crawdads on the Lake serves casual‑dining with a renovated lakeside vibe, a bright, social spot with a roomy deck, live music, and wide water views that many guests say make the visit special.

Dogs are welcome on the outdoor deck, guests have dined on the patio with their dogs and describe the location as dog friendly.

Crawdads on the Lake offers indoor dining and a lively bar plus a lakeside outdoor deck/balcony/patio, many tables on the deck have lake views and misters for comfort.

Yes, the outdoor deck/patio is dog-friendly, with guests explicitly noting "Dog friendly too!!" and others discussing bringing pets to sit outside.

Several guests describe certain entrees as generous, for example, the jambalaya and other mains are noted as large servings.

Crawdads on the Lake fills up for weekend evenings and live‑music or concert nights, so reservations are a good idea; mid‑afternoons (around 3:15 pm) and some weekday midday visits have been noted as calmer.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished but relaxed attire rather than formalwear; many guests turn up in denim and even cowboy boots on weekend nights.

Yes, Crawdads on the Lake has a lakeside outdoor deck and patio where guests often sit to enjoy sunset views and live music.

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Crawdads on the Lake

4.4
$30 and under
American
Folsom

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
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