Chason's Crab Stadium, the Elk Grove seafood-and-sports restaurant known for its garlicky butter crab and lively, family-friendly atmosphere, is expanding to Folsom’s Broadstone Marketplace. Owner Peter Phong confirmed the new location will take over the former Taiko Sushi space, with a soft opening planned for April 2026 following a brief build-out. This marks a rare Sacramento-area expansion for the 2014-established concept, bringing the same messy, shareable seafood boils and big-screen game-night energy to a new audience.
As reported by What Now Sacramento, Chason's will take over the Taiko Sushi space at 2700 E Bidwell St, Suite 100, with both teams coordinating a transition. The outlet notes that an ambassador for Taiko told the Sacramento Business Journal the sushi restaurant remains open for now while construction and build-out are planned. Phong told What Now Sacramento the Folsom location will mirror the Elk Grove menu, bringing the same "great delicious food" and upbeat, sports-focused vibe to a new crowd.
What To Expect From The Menu
On the food side, Chason's menu is anchored by its signature garlic butter crab and seafood sold by the pound, with options like shrimp, lobster tail and mussels alongside garlic noodles with prawns and po' boys. According to Chason's Crab Stadium, diners will also find fish tacos, grilled chicken sandwiches and sides such as cornbread and sausage that mirror the Elk Grove format. The operation leans into shareable plates and a lively bar program rather than upscale seafood service, a mix that has helped the brand build a steady local following since it opened in 2014.
Timeline And The Space
Phong told What Now Sacramento that the Broadstone unit will likely need only minor modifications before opening, with a target debut in April 2026. The team is planning a brief build-out and expects to bring over the same menu and high-energy atmosphere that define the Elk Grove original. The move places Chason's within a shopping center that has seen a handful of recent restaurant turnovers and new projects, keeping Broadstone one of Folsom's busier retail strips for openings. If the schedule holds, the second Chason's should arrive in time for spring dining traffic and playoff-watching crowds.
What This Means For Folsom
For Folsom diners, Chason's arrival adds a louder, late-night-friendly seafood option to Broadstone's lineup and helps fill a vacancy that has been cycling through concepts. Taiko Sushi still lists the Broadstone address and regular hours, suggesting the transition will be staged rather than immediate. The expansion also signals growing confidence from regional operators who see demand for casual, group-oriented dining east of the river. We will update with a confirmed opening date and details as the build-out progresses.
