This neighborhood market sells Maryland blue crabs; be sure to call ahead to check on availability and pricing.

This 60-year-old Bethesda institution operates year round, offering crabs from Louisiana, and some from the Chesapeake when they're in season. They offer an all-you-can-eat option, as well as by-the-dozen orders (call for pricing). Those who don't want to get picking can choose from crab cakes, shrimp, Alaskan or snow crab legs, soft shell crabs, or oysters.

The American tavern’s covered patio deck flips into a seasonal spot to pick local crabs seasoned with its in-house Capital Crab spice. Its roving Capital Crab truck also delivers bushels of crabs from Virginia all the way to the Eastern Shore.

Find steamed blue crabs at this carryout-only seafood spot.

Though most folks are drawn in by crawfish, Hot N' Juicy also does blue crabs when they're in season. But instead of the usual Old Bay favored in the Mid-Atlantic, they offer other flavorings like Louisiana, lemon pepper, and garlic butter. Round out the meal with soft shell crabs, fried shrimp, chicken wings, fried catfish, or etouffee.

Theinternational seafood chainfrom the tiny Texas fishing town of Seadrift invites bib-wearing customers dump out clear plastic bags full of saucy seafood and feast with their hands. Blue crab is listed among its “catch of the day” options, and add-ons bring crab boil favorites like sausage, potatoes, and corn on the cob to the table.

被打螃蟹,或者選擇一個all-you-can-eat crab option on Quarterdeck's outdoor patio. Non-seafood eaters can choose from a variety of subs, sandwiches, and steaks.

For a low-frills option, visit one of the numerous vendors at the Southwest Waterfront’s open-air seafood market that dates back to 1805. Family-owned Jessie Taylor Seafood offers frequent live crab specials and all sorts of fresh fish and shrimp. They can also cook and season your crabs after you purchase them. Get them by the dozen and enjoy them on the waterfront, or consider picking up a bushel for parties.

Family owned and operated since 1972, Captain White’s relocated from the Wharf to Oxon Hill in late 2021. Steamed blue crabs can be ordered by the dozen, half-bushel, or bushel daily.

Around since 1980, this Manassas seafood operation carries varying grades of blue crabs (from extra large males to generic females) that are typically sold by the dozen, half bushel, or bushel. Staff recommends calling 24 hours in advance of placing orders for larger specimens because they sell out quickly.

Depending on availability, this longstanding seafood shack doles out crabs by the dozens, half bushel, and full bushel. Keep an eye out or announcements about all-you-can-eat deals. Reopening for the season on Thursday, April 20 at 11 a.m.