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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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Diane Lambert Thomas 
7 years ago

Our lunch crabs were so good, we bought a half dozen more to take home for dinner! Plus really nice people! 

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Jessica Lauck 
7 years ago

Great food. Great service. Fresh crabs. What more could you ask for?? 

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Shirley Cesur 
7 years ago
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Shirley Cesur 
recommend  Recommended
7 years ago
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John R. Fritts 
7 years ago

Excellent crabs with great service from a very friendly staff 

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Joe Sippel 
7 years ago
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Preston LaFrance-Dubois 
7 years ago

Friendly staff - good service- food was great - crab cakes were phenomenal 

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Aretha Montgomery 
7 years ago

I'm not sure what the negative reviews were about but I thought the crabs were delicious and perfectly seasoned. The hush puppies were to die for and the service was impeccable. It was my first time there and I just knew that I would not be crazy about the crabs but was invited by great friend and decided to give it a try. After visiting Bethesda crab house I was completely upset with myself that I only live twenty minutes away and usually Drive far out for crabs. I must say that the crabs there were the best that I've had i... read more

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Giulio Imperato 
7 years ago

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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 closed now. It will open tomorrow at 12:00 p.m. 

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