Question 1

Where is the best place to buy crabs in Maryland?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your region. Baltimore has iconic crab houses; Annapolis and the Eastern Shore have direct-from-watermen access; Southern Maryland near Solomons is excellent in summer. Use CrabStock to find the closest stocked seller to your location.

Question 2

Is it true Maryland crabs are better than Virginia crabs?

Accepted Answer

Maryland watermen would certainly say so! Maryland's section of the Chesapeake Bay produces what many consider the gold standard of blue crabs — fat, sweet, and heavily seasoned with Old Bay or J.O. spice.

Question 3

When does the Maryland crab season start?

Accepted Answer

Commercial blue crab season in Maryland typically opens in April and runs through November 30. Peak season is July through September when supply is highest and prices are most competitive.

Question 4

Can I order Maryland crabs shipped to me?

Accepted Answer

Several Maryland crab houses ship live or steamed crabs overnight. For the freshest experience, though, nothing beats picking up directly from a local waterman or crab stand found on CrabStock.

Question 5

What's the Maryland record for biggest blue crab?

Accepted Answer

Blue crabs in Maryland can reach 9+ inches point-to-point, though most commercial crabs top out around 6.5 inches (Colossal grade). The biggest ones come from the lower Bay and seasoned watermen's favorite spots.

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