Ohio may be landlocked, but that has not stopped it from building a surprisingly strong seafood scene. Around the state, crab lovers can find bold sauces, generous platters, and shellfish served hot, messy, and full of flavor.
Some places keep things casual with seafood boil bags and paper-covered tables. Others offer bigger menus, lively dining rooms, and crab feasts that feel worthy of a weekend drive.
I gathered 13 Ohio spots where the crab is the main event, the portions are serious, and the meal is best enjoyed with both hands ready for action.
1. Pickle Bill’s Lobster House, Grand River
Sitting right on the water in Grand River, Pickle Bill’s Lobster House has the kind of old-school charm that makes you slow down and actually enjoy your meal…