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    Crab House

    3.6 (302 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Bars, American
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Loud
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Steamed Crabs
    Stacey B.

    We checked this place out to use a gift card we had. We were hoping to get some All You Can Eat (AYCE) steamed crabs. Our waiter was super nice and very attentive. The crabs, however, were waaaaay overcooked mush. The waiter and manager made it right in the end. They tried another batch that unfortunately came to me just like the first, absolute mush. The manager apologized and personally oversaw a third attempt that came out MUCH better, thankfully. The crabs had lots of seasoning and were the right spice level. We enjoyed the corn on cob a lot and the freshly fried hush puppies. The cup of soup that came with the crabs was really tasty. They have a nice draft beer selection to choose from and ample seating for larger families.

    Lyann L.

    Great deal for meaty crabs! Oysters were sweet and crisp. Love this place! I have to come back here when they open again in May.

    Sussex County Special - each item in the entree is good. I got fries and broccoli for my sides.
    Jeff B.

    Last Saturday, arrived at around 7:30 pm, hoping for AYCE crab. We were told that now that we were on the list, even if we were seated after 8 pm (cut-off for AYCE) we could still partake. We waited for about 15 minutes and were seated. Whew! Made it! We like this place. The first order of AYCE crabs ($59) was 6 medium (they actually looked large) MD blue crabs with a full ear of corn and hush puppies. The crabs were coated with an Old Bay seasoning. I don't AYCE crabs, but my partner does. They really went to town, tools in hand with crab parts flying. There's a large trash can next to the table to conveniently dispose of shell and other parts. They said it was great. I only got a little crab fly onto my arms and eyes. The staff came by asking if we wanted more and two times my partner said yes. Each time, they received 3 big crabs. A dozen in all. I went in a different direction. I got the soup of the day (pumpkin soup with crab meat - $9) and the Sussex County Special ($31). Oh, my. The soup was outstanding. Nine dollars seemed high for a bowl of soup, but there was a lot of small bits of crab in it, and it was delicious. And I'm not even a big pumpkin person. It was worth it. The Sussex County Special was an "interesting"collection of things - fried catfish, 2-pieces of fried chicken, Carolina pulled pork BBQ and two sides. The catfish was tender and flavorful, with a not too thick batter. The chicken was moist and just greasy enough. The cup of pulled pork BBQ was great - the meat was delicious and the BBQ sauce was outstanding. I was so full from the other items that I sadly had to leave much of the BBQ uneaten. I got fries and vegis for my sides. The fries were boardwalk fries and were good. The vegi was cooked properly and not mushy. The price for AYCE crabs seems very reasonable. The price for the soup and the entree also was appropriate. There are a few AYCE crab places in Rehoboth Beach and nearby, but this is one we find to have consistently good crabs, good service and a pleasant atmosphere. We'll likely come back next season.

    Crabcake, Fries, Corn on the Cob, AYCE Crabs, Hush puppies, Crab Corn Chowder
    Kayla G.

    We were vacationing in Rehoboth and picked this restaurant on a whim... absolutely delicious! Casual, cute restaurant..large bar area with high top tables where you could order from the happy hour menu. Our server was very friendly and attentive. My husband order the AYCE blue crabs...pretty meaty & came with delicious sides, corn & crab chowder, corn on the cob, and hush puppies. I ordered the crabcake, very good with lots of crab meat and little filler! The only complaint was that the crab dip appetizer came out well after our meals, but it was delicious!

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    All the food was great. Our server Matthew was amazing very kind and helpful. The crabs were the perfect size.

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    We went in for all you can eat crabs tonight and had amazing food and service by Lexy definitely would come back again

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    The staff is very nice and helpful. the food is great and the crabs are full and sweet!

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    Bluecoast Seafood Grill & Raw Bar Rehoboth

    Bluecoast Seafood Grill & Raw Bar Rehoboth

    4.4
    (537 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$$

    First time at this restaurant and we were not sure what our experience would be like as the…read morerestaurant looked like a chain operation and we shy away from them but we were about to head back home to Philly and just wanted something close and available. We were pleasantly greeted & seated. The restaurant is open and large with lots of booths along large bright windows. Our waiter came over promptly and gave us the specials and took our drink order. It was great that we were able to customize our order by adding more shrimp and changing the potato option to whipped instead of fries. The Caesar salad was too small to be shared but was excellent! The kitchen did not catch the potato switch and send fries which was quickly fixed by our waiter so we had both the fries & whipped! Both were excellent as well! The fried shrimp were a little small from what we expected but tasted great. Overall this was a great first visit and we will definitely give this place a second shot.

    Blue Coast quickly became one of our favorite spots--and the perfect refuge for a rainy Sunday…read moremeal. It's genuinely worth the journey away from the beach just to luxuriate in this place. The coffee alone is worth the trip: rich and delicious, served in an adorable cup-and-saucer combo that feels both classy and whimsical. The food was stellar across the board--crispy calamari, a fantastic burger, and a key lime pie that stole the show. Honestly, everything we tried hit the mark. What impressed us just as much was the service, which was consistently warm and pleasant from the moment we walked in--host, server, every staff member we encountered made the experience feel special. Blue Coast is the full package: great food, great coffee, and genuinely lovely people. Highly recommend, rain or shine. **this review is from offseason.... food was SO good I keep thinking about it. **

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    Nice food, very good environment. I have enjoyed my time here.
    The Surfing Crab

    The Surfing Crab

    4.3
    (465 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    Another bang up find! This place is the real deal. Get there early and HUNGRY! All the staff were…read morecool and friendly. The decor was simple and not over the top "oceany" as some tourist traps. I saw they were inland which I like. I try to avoid the neon wharf spots and I was so happy. I sat at the bar, which was full of welcoming locals and a tired traveling clown (me). The gravelly-voiced owner of I thing third generation paused a few times between sending out trays of steaming crab. He was a perfect blend of warm-hearted welcoming and hard-bitten tyrant. I went for the all you can eat feast at $69 (prices always subject to change) which comes with fries, hush puppies and coleslaw. I was assured the sizes were running large and it wasn't just a line. I was happy with the mediums. All I can say is they do crab RIGHT here. Fresh steamed ONCE so the meat is incredibly moist and succulent. And they just kept coming in trays of four. I ended up having a dozen which made it a deal at $69 compared at the price of a dozen à la carte. But who cares?!? They are blue crabs steaming and fresh and it was a feast. Side dish commentary: the fries are excellent. None of this cardboard tasting shoestrings. They were thick cut with skin on! The hush puppies classically tasty and the Cole slaw was not over dressed. Bonus!!! I can't wait to go back and try the she-crab soup and the bread pudding (highly recommend by my neighbor at the bar who is a local restaurateur).

    Loved this place! We didn't order the crabs but it was fun watching others enjoy them. May try…read moreit the next time. Never had them before. I had the jumbo shrimp. They were the biggest shrimp I've ever had and absolutely delicious. Husband loved his broiled crab cake. So much lump crab. Fun place. Super sweet waitress. Quick seating and service. We will be back!

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    Henlopen City Oyster House

    Henlopen City Oyster House

    4.5
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    1.9 mi
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    The food was top notch! Ambiance was a little crowded and loud but to be expected for a busy…read morebustling seafood place. The hostess was friendly and helped us get seated with a baby and highchair no reservations 6:30 pm on a Tuesday. The place was packed. When I tired to call ahead for wait times I got shuffled to an automated system and want able to verify that info with a person before heading over which was slightly annoying. Oyster Rockefeller - these were baked with spinach and served with breadcrumbs and a side of little potatoes. Perfectly done, came with 6 and perfect to share Oyster sampler 2 of each for $50 - this war incredible and super fun!! All the oysters were amazing, no filler oysters!!! The minnie from VA were sweet, meaty and refreshing... They were my favorite. Mussels - these were remarkable & devoured!! So flavorful, more like a Thai dish. 11/10 would come back for any of these dishes but especially this one. If you're a mussel lover this is one you can't miss!! I don't love garlic and usually it's just Mussels with red or white sauce with tons of garlic, but not here!!

    This restaurant was a last minute pivot and we were so happy we did so! It ended up being one of…read moreour favorite restaurants on this trip. We opted to wait 20 mins for a table instead of sitting at the "bar" where space was a little more limited. The food here was fantastic! Oysters were fresh (cocktail sauce was yummy), the shrimp in the po'boy sandwich was so bouncy, and the soft shell crabs were perfectly seasoned and crispy. The sides were okay but it made the main items shine even more! Great vibe and friendly staff!

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    Inside high top seating
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    FINS Fish House & Raw Bar - Downtown Rehoboth

    FINS Fish House & Raw Bar - Downtown Rehoboth

    3.9
    (674 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $$$

    Welcoming bar and restaurant on the Avenue! We were greeted immediately and the employees were…read morefriendly. Our server was attentive and you could tell she was happy to be there. She made suggestions, checked back, and made sure we had everything we needed. The menu has a variety to choose from and multiple specials. They only offered one type of soup and I would have liked some additional choices. The food was good and the prices were reasonable. They also have happy hour on Sunday The sandwich was a little greasy, but still tasted fine. It was not the chef's fault, since it was grilled and had cheese on it. It was served with potato chips, and I would've preferred a choice instead of chips, but that doesn't seem to be an option. The fish was perfectly cooked and served with fries and coleslaw. My friend said the lobster bisque was delicious. We sat inside since it was a chilly day, but there is an option for outdoor seating. The inside has a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. We had a great visit and definitely plan on eating there the next time we're in Rehoboth Beach!

    We walked over from our hotel. The bar area downstairs was busy & noisy, but they gave us a nice…read moretwo top table upstairs by a window overlooking the street. My husband ordered the soup du jour, beef stew, which was a good sized bowl that was almost a meal in itself. We shared mussels for an appetizer. I had the grilled rockfish tacos. They were tasty, but pretty messy because there was too much sauce. My husband ordered the seafood pasta. It was a huge portion, loaded with seafood ( scallops, shrimp, & crab). We brought half of it home. Our server, Keller, was very pleasant.

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    Fins is a deliciously fun place to hang.
    Fins is a deliciously fun place to hang.
    ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS 
 
 Shaved pecorino parmesan, balsamic glaze, red onion, roasted almonds, goat cheese
    ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS Shaved pecorino parmesan, balsamic glaze, red onion, roasted almonds, goat cheese
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    Drift Seafood & Raw Bar

    Drift Seafood & Raw Bar

    4.3
    (92 reviews)
    1.9 mi

    Stopped in for happy hour on a Saturday right after opening (HH is 5-6pm). We got a seat inside at…read morethe bar and tried the HH cocktail as well as another cocktail from the list. It was a great value for well crafted cocktails. I had the Papa lives mambo which was a bourbon forward cocktail, I enjoyed it though would like to try other offerings. The tomato and peach salad was flavorful with semi-crushed peppercorns and some fresh light cheese. Our bartender was friendly and efficient. The vibe is sort of fancy feeling but plenty of people walked in for reservations in nice jeans. Looking forward to coming back to try more of the menu another time.

    Loved it! We…read morestopped in for my birthday dinner and had a lovely experience. We had the caviar & chips, scallop crudo, salmon, oysters, crab squid ink pasta & scallops w risotto. Nothing was bad and we really enjoyed every dish. The French onion dip with the caviar and chips was delicious and the broth surrounding the scallop crudo was wonderful as well. The veggies under the salmon were perfect and while the salmon was overcooked it still tasted good. The crab pasta was flavorful without being heavy and the scallop risotto was lovely as well. Service was great with a wonderful waiter whose name I did not get but service was prompt and attentive. Ambiance is very nice, coming from NYC I prefer a small compact restaurant so Drift made me feel right at home. Overall I will 100% be back on my next trip to Rehoboth.

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