20 best Maryland crab restaurants ranked

By Zachary D. Lyngdoh

Published Jan 12, 2025 15:35 ET

Drift Inn is the oldest crab house in St. Mary — Drift Inn is the oldest crab house in St. Mary's County, family-owned since 1946. - Source: Getty

6. Captain John's Crab House

Weekend section' cover story and guide to Maryland crabs - Source: Getty

Captain John’s Crabhouse, located at 16215 Cobb Island Rd, Newburg, MD 20664, has been a family-owned favorite since 1963. Serving fresh Maryland steamed crabs, crab cakes, oysters, prawns, and more. It is open all year round and is the perfect place for a family outing.

Edited by Apoorva Jujjavarapu