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Bethesda Crab House

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Maryland is well-renowned for crabs-plucked fresh from the Chesapeake Bay and steamed with a unique blend of spices. Brown paper covers the tables and the only utensils are small mallets and knives-and your fingers! Hard-shell crabs brought fresh from the steamer to your table are, naturally, the specialty. Crabs are seasonal; be sure to call ahead and check if they are available and to make a reservation. Crab cakes and steamed shrimp are on the menu when crabs are out of season. 

Location details

4958 Bethesda Ave, South Kensington, MD, 20814, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Tue12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Wed12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Thu12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Fri12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sat12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Sun12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
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Jojo Joven 
9 years ago

What a rinky dinky place with; Great food. Great service. Great location Drove for 8 hours to have crab. Can't beat that. 

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Jojo Joven 
9 years ago
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Lynn Werner 
9 years ago
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Eva Mavra Kischak 
9 years ago

We participate in The Rolling Thunder Event every year.We make our reservation so far in advance to make sure we don't miss the Best Crabs around . Can't wait until next year :) :) :) :) 

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Paul Thompson 
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9 years ago
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Paul Thompson 
9 years ago

Was a little unsure upon approach but it just goes to prove, if at first it looks like a "hole in the wall", it's probably pretty good. This place did not disappoint. The staff was awesome. The crabs and shrimp were outstanding! We did not plan on going here. We just kinda wound up here and needed to eat before it got too late. So glad we found it and will seek this place out again if I'm ever in DC again and have the time. 

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Nancy Prangley 
9 years ago

We never miss an opportunity to dine here when in Bethesda. Excellent 

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Nancy Prangley 
recommend  Recommended
9 years ago

We never miss an opportunity to dine here when in Bethesda. Excellent 

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Mario Williams 
9 years ago

The crabs were very good I must return again. Parking was rough. 

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How is Bethesda Crab House rated?

Bethesda Crab House has a 4.3 star rating with 1,140 reviews. 

When is Bethesda Crab House open?

Bethesda Crab House is open now. It will close at 10:00 p.m.  

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