Nestled in a shopping center with many food options. JC CrabHouse is a place to try with their All…read moreYou Can Eat blue crab option. We paired our crabs with 2lbs of crawfish. The crawfish had a kick to them along with lemongrass flavors. The blue crabs didn't disappoint. They came out hot and were juicy. The place inside was slow but we got there around 4:30. There were plenty of to go orders going out the door. The server checked on us frequently and we were never waiting on our order of crabs. I probably eluding drive from Arlington to there, like I did last time. But it is worth trying if you're in the area.

JC Crab House was a huge disappointment. The crabs were…read moreoverpriced, overcooked, and undersized. I paid $120 for a dozen "XL" females that were actually more like mediums. Even considering it's off-season, the size didn't match what was advertised. On top of that, they tasted off, almost like they weren't fresh, the texture of the crab meat was dry/ mushy and the garlic butter was terrible. The drinks didn't help either--the sweet tea and half & half both tasted horrible. Service was average at best, nothing that made up for the rest of the experience. And to top it off, they automatically added an 18% gratuity for a party of 4 (20% for parties over 6), which felt excessive given the quality or lack thereof. Also, they do NOT accept Apple Pay as advertised. Overall: -4127/10. Would not recommend.

We came back again tonight and tried the stuffed salmon with two sides (mashed potatoes and steamed…read morebroccoli) and 4-side platter (collard greens, brussel sprouts, green beans and red skinned potatoes). Everything was great. The salmon entree is two salmon steaks with a thick layer of crab filling in between. The top salmon steak was thick, but remarkably moist and cooked perfectly. Each of the veggies was good. Huge portion of everything. My partner and I shared everything and ate about 1/4 of the food, taking the rest home for lunch/dinner tomorrow.

Mid-Atlantic's food was good, but the service was far too slow for a lunch break. I ordered a crab…read morecake sandwich, and while it was hot and delicious once I finally got it, the wait was frustrating. Customers who ordered after me were receiving their food first, and my order was never even called. My friend eventually had to go up and ask where my food was before it was brought out. The ladies' restroom was clean, which I appreciated, but there were no paper towels, only one hand dryer, and surprisingly no mirror at all. That was especially odd considering there were several large mirrors in the bar area. If you have plenty of time, the food may be worth it, but I would not recommend going there during a lunch break unless you order well ahead. The food was good, but the overall experience was too slow and inconvenient for me to return for lunch.

A Co-Worker recommended this restaurant. Upon arrival the restaurant was packed; However, The Bar…read morehad plenty of open seats. I ordered a Maryland crab soup to start and a beer. The food was delicious and the potato salad was surprisingly tasty. Definitely U will be back soon

Hands down the best place I know to get crabs, and I'll tell you exactly why…read more First, the size. They don't advertise it, but the crabs in their all you can eat are big. These are the biggest crabs I've seen anywhere at a price this reasonable. That's the whole equation right there. Which brings me to the drive. I know it sounds backwards to head inland for crabs, and yes, when you've got friends visiting and you point the car away from the water, it takes some explaining. But compare it to a place like Bethesda Crab House, where you're paying for the real estate as much as the crabs. I would rather drive forty five minutes into the country and eat better crabs for less. Those of us in 20854 make this trip constantly, and this place gets talked about in country club circles all the time for exactly that reason: outstanding crabs, unbeatable deal. It's in the same category of open secret as the lobster specials at H Mart at $12.99 a pound, sometimes down to $9.99. Everybody in the know knows. The snow crab is the other reason. It picks clean, juicy, and not too salty. It comes apart fast. No wrangling with rubbery, bendy legs. And you can get it in the all you can eat too. The place feels like a biker bar. Nothing fancy about it, but that's exactly the room you want to be in when you're eating crabs and drinking beer. It also beats Mays, the other spot people mention around there. I've eaten at both. Mays has tiny little crabs. Avery's has some big ones. Not close. And if you're bringing people who don't do seafood, the rest of the menu holds up. The ribs and everything alongside them are outstanding. I've come here with folks who were just along for the ride and watched them go to town. I tried it myself and it was legitimately that good. Last thing: Wednesdays, the all you can eat blue crabs go on sale. Plan around it if you're price conscious.

Fresh, delicious seafood with great service and cozy ambiance. This place was a fresh find and a…read moredeparture from my usual restaurants, and I'm glad I visited! Their seafood smells and tastes super fresh and seasoned well. Get the calamari and the mussels; they're really good! When you're done eating, consider the desserts; they make a delightful ending to your meal. Price is decent too and if you visit on Sunday, you get half price off their full bottle of wines. Yum!

For the first time in a while, the service was excellent. The person was new. Thank you Julio!…read moreThe food that evening was delicious. The scallops were not jumbo was cooked to perfection. The paella was tasty with the right amount of spices. For dessert, the chocolate sin torte is always good. The atmosphere is casual.

These might have been the most meaty crabs we've EVER had! That includes my father-in-law who is 83…read moreand grew up in Beltsville. My wife and I are both 54 and grew up here too. These were seriously good Md. crabs. Looking at the previous reviews and pics, they are consistently 6-7+ inches for the jumbo to extra jumbo males. Definitely coming back for more. The owner was super helpful and clearly a good guy.

Food was good and prices are reasonable. The service was great because I was able to substitute…read moreitems for what I really wanted. He was very accommodating. It's a little "hole in the wall" with no real decor. Typical seafood carryout spot. I can see myself stopping by here again when I'm in the area and have my seafood boil craving..

Great food! Everything fairly priced and good personal service. We have visited several times and…read morethey are consistently good..

Every bite was fantastic from the rolls, to the entrees (the table ordered crab cakes, beef back…read moreribs & salmon). The dessert was good enough (flourless chocolate waffle), but next time that bread pudding will be the choice. Brian, our server was decent, but the rest of the young staff's inclination to check up behind each other was the real gem. Great job by a great crew in general. Love the location! A great space to leisurely walk off dinner if you have the time. Definitely would return.

The best seafood resturant in Gaithersburg, Md. Great food!…read moreGreat price! I love the all you can eat seafood with a lobster tail included. So yummy!

The restaurant is amazing to go to. They have the best seafood and best service to match. Can never…read morestop going to this place. So if you want good seafood go to Feasty crab

My sister and I came here for some delicious seafood and were not disappointed. We started off with…read morethe watermelon basil crush because it's Wednesday. ‍ it was tasty and refreshing with plenty of booze. Hooray! Sis ordered the salmon and I ordered the paella both gluten free options on a well marked menu. The salmon was melt in your mouth amazing especially with the caper sauce. The paella was delish with perfectly cooked scallops, shrimp and clams (mussels? Idk they come in shells.) suffice it to say, very little was left on our plates at the end... mostly shells. The restaurant is bright and open, welcoming. Smiling faces welcomed us and asked where we'd like to sit. Service was prompt and unintrusive. We had a great meal with great conversation. Def recommend.

The mussels are really delicious. I've got them twice. I've had nothing other than a mussels so I…read morereally can't speak on the food. The bathrooms are super clean.

I had a wonderful experience! The customer service (Jenna) was excellent from start to finish…read more Everyone was friendly, professional, and attentive to my needs. They made sure everything was handled smoothly and went above and beyond to make sure I was satisfied. Great service and a great experience--I would definitely recommend them!

Fresh seafood, best fish n chips. Great oyster selection. great service - sit with Jenna, she's the…read morebest!

The food was authentic and cooked to perfection…read more I tried the ox tails, turkey, legume (w/ goat), rice, bean sauce, salad, and fried banana. Everything was flavorful and tender. The service is informal. So, speak up if you want something.

I don't eat this cuisine often, but this definitely hit the spot! Came to dine-in, and ended up…read morebeing the only party dining in honestly. I did enjoy the French/Spanish music in the background. The staff were kind and fast with things. The portion was quite large, which I wasn't expecting. The poisson was quite good with the sauce provided. I found the veggies that came with the rice seasoned quite nicely too. We did also try the turkey creole, which was a tad bit dry, but still good. Plantains and rice were standard in my opinion. We REALLY enjoyed their rum cake though as dessert. Heavier on the alcohol but it made it so good! Definitely a nice experience here.