Bethesda Crab House
$$$$ • Seafood, VegetarianAbout Bethesda Crab House
Customers' Favorites
Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Sandwich
Oysters on the Half Shell
Soft Shell Crab Seasonal
Alaskan King Crab Legs
Pound of Spiced Shrimp
Jumbo Spiced Shrimp
Crabs Maryland Crab
Corn on the Cob
Snow Crab Legs
Fried Oysters
Bethesda Crab House Reviews
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Great service. Best crabs I’ve had all year- big & full!
Always room for crabs!
Thanks you again Bethesda Crab House for taking care of us tonight! Nothing beats an outing with friends and crabs! 🤤 Atlanta gang in the house tonight!
Thanks you again Bethesda Crab House for taking care of us tonight! Nothing beats an outing with friends and crabs! 🤤 Atlanta gang in the house tonight!
Excellent service- great crabs !
A “Hole in the wall” eat off the table - get down and dirty “ kind of place.
A “Hole in the wall” eat off the table - get down and dirty “ kind of place.
Hours
| Monday | 12 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 12 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 12 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 12 - 9PM |
| Friday | 12 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 9PM |
| Sunday | 12 - 9PM |
Bethesda Crab House is a spot worth trying out. Serving amazing crab, especially the king crab legs and crab cake, the portions are generous. The meat is flavorful, accompanied by butter and seasoning. Guests have praised the crabs, noting they are covered in seasoning and are among the best they have had in years. For a fun experience, outdoor seating is recommended. The restaurant also offers delicious hush puppies with corn and perfectly cooked fried oysters. Despite parking issues, it's a nostalgic place in the midst of modern development, perfect for enjoying crabs, a great selection of beer, and good company. A must-visit for those craving a taste of traditional Bethesda life, especially for those who want to try the steamed blue crabs, which many have found outstanding. Although the timing after ordering can be a bit slow, the friendly servers make the experience memorable.