Maryland knows crabs like nowhere else in America. From the Chesapeake Bay to the Potomac River, these crab houses serve up mountains of steamed blue crabs that have locals cracking shells year after year.
Whether you want waterfront views, old-school vibes, or just the freshest catch around, these spots deliver the goods every single time.
Cantler’s Riverside Inn
Where the crabs meet the water, magic happens every single day. Cantler’s Riverside Inn has been slinging fresh blue crabs since 1974, and honestly, they’ve perfected the art.
You sit right on Mill Creek with boats bobbing nearby while you hammer away at Old Bay-dusted beauties. The vibe is pure Maryland: paper-covered tables, mallets flying, and zero pretension…