Cravin' Crabs - Halethorpe

#12 - Seafood - Halethorpe

Cravin' Crabs

Cravin' Crabs
3.2 / 5 (197 reviews)

Description

A beloved Maryland-style crab shack known for enormous, freshly caught crabs, a signature spice blend, friendly staff and a clean, casual vibe. Regulars praise meaty, perfectly steamed crabs and reliable takeout for group feasts, while the shop’s popularity can mean slow service and a strong seafood smell. Some guests report inconsistent sizing, underseasoned or rubbery shrimp, cold or shorted orders, and steep prices at times. Call ahead and pay by phone to skip lines; a nearby snowball stand adds summer charm.

Last update: 17.01.2026 from: Anna

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★ 3.2 / 5 from 197 reviews
deborah-austin
25.09.2023

I was very disappointed with the steam crabs I bought yesterday. I ordered a dozen female regular crabs but didn’t receive the full amount. I buy crabs at least once a week from various places and have heard great things about this spot. Unfortunately, I wasn’t impressed with either the flavor or the size of the crabs.

deborah-woodland
25.09.2023

I ordered large male and female crabs, getting them steamed and lightly seasoned. Unfortunately, the crabs were small, lacked meat, and were served cold, despite me only going around the corner to pick them up. I was quite disappointed.

lisa-dubyoski
25.09.2023

The best spot in town for hot, fresh crabs! They offer enormous, freshly caught soft shell crabs that they cultivate themselves in sloughing boxes. I wouldn’t choose any other place for my crab cravings, and I’m quite particular! They've been our go-to supplier for company crab feasts for years and their spice blend is unbeatable! The staff is fantastic to work with too!

anna-3676
25.09.2023

Got a dozen XL males and a couple pounds of shrimp. Everything was delicious! I'm not sure what these recent 1-star reviews are about, maybe bad luck? Our crabs were heavy and cooked perfectly.

g-r-1
25.09.2023

I will not review the food because of the nasty attitude from the child working behind the counter. At a $100 for a dozen of crabs and a ride all the way from Philly the last thing anyone wants is a nasty attitude. Thank goodness. We got the total opposite from. Hard Shell crab and Seafood. 15 min away.

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