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The Crab Shack — restaurant in Inverness & Western Shore, Cape Breton

The Crab Shack

Order fresh local lobster rolls and crab combinations at this casual seafood counter in Inverness, Cape Breton, or take home live catches to cook yourself.

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Seafood counter and casual eatery serving fresh local catches. Offers both live seafood to take home and cooked meals on-site, including lobster rolls and crab combinations.

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