Gus's Crab Shack
$$ • Seafood
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29 W Market St, Port Penn
(302) 598-2685
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This used to be our first choice for a special night out for delicious seafood. It almost seemed like they must have lost their kitchen staff. My husband had broiled flounder stuffed with crab on this visit, the flounder was noticeably reduced, the crab tasted like someone opened a can of crab meat and forgot how to season and broil this dinner. The once delicious vegetable of the day was now over cooked, soggy broccoli. I also had the stuffed flounder with crab with roasted potatoes....read full review
I purchased a dozen number 1 males crabs tonight on 6/7/25 at 630pm and they were so mushy they were inedible it wasn’t even possible to pick the meat it just became mush on your finger tips. I was told that means the crabs were dead when they were cooked either way I spent 55 dollars on a dozen crabs that were 100% inedible and had to be thrown out very disappointing because they were big beautiful looking crabs but the meat was horrible.
the food is excellent and the portions are big. I ordered surf and turf and sea scallops. we definitely will be back !! Kristen and the noise was pretty awesome also!!!
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| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 5 - 10PM |
| Friday | 5 - 11PM |
| Saturday | 2 - 11PM |
| Sunday | 2 - 9PM |
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Gus's Crab Shack offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, reminiscent of a backyard BBQ, with outdoor seating and live music. The restaurant is known for its crab legs, which are cooked to perfection with a sweet and buttery flavor. The food portions are big, and the menu, though not large, focuses on doing things right. The crab and blue crab are done just right, and the corn on the cob is amazing. Customers enjoy cold beer, delicious food, and great bands, though the music can sometimes be too loud, making it hard to hear and causing ears to ring afterward. The staff is very friendly, but during busy times, they could come around more often. Prices are fair, and fries make a nice accompaniment. The restaurant is family owned and operated, with the owners being part of the community. It’s a popular spot for live music in New Castle County, Delaware, and reservations are recommended most nights. Overall, Gus's Crab Shack is a fun place with excellent food, big portions, and a lively atmosphere.