From tiny shrimp cocktail appetizers to giant seafood towers, the DMV has plenty of delicious options for anyone craving a bit of the sea. Washington Family Magazine asked locals about their favorite spots to hit when a craving strikes. Here’s what to check out as the summer winds down.
Bethesda Crab House | Bethesda, MD
“As a native Marylander, it’s always been a tradition in my family to capture a piece of beach life by sitting outside at Bethesda Crab House for a night of hardshells. We like corn and hush puppies on the side.”
— Samantha Friedman Kupferberg, Bethesda, MD
Chef Tony’s Fresh Seafood | Rockville, MD
“Chef Tony’s in Rockville is amazing. Upscale Italian scratch kitchen with one of the largest fresh seafood menus I’ve seen.”
— Alison Riddell, Germantown, MD
Joe’s Stone Crab | Washington, D.C.
“Joe Stone Crab in D.C. has the best old-school seafood vibe! If you want to try their stone [crabs] when they’re in season, they are huge, juicy and delicious! They have many other non-seafood options, and the ambience is wonderful. It’s an old bank building.”…