2001 18th Street, NW courtesy The Imperial
From a press release:
“The next best thing to a summer beach getaway, Michelin-honored The Imperial is bringing Chesapeake crabhouse vibes to Adams Morgan with its first-ever “All-You-Can-Eat-and-Drink Maryland Blue Crab Fest” on Sunday, August 4. Hosted on its two-level rooftop terrace, the crustacean feast will feature endless steamed local blue crabs, plus all the fixins and bottomless Natty Boh, all for just $125/person. (more…)
“The Salt Line Nashville Soft-Shell Crab | Photo Credit: The Salt Line”
From an email:
“Soft shell crab season is officially back! The Salt Line is offering soft shell crab across all three locations in Navy Yard, Ballston, and Bethesda starting Friday, March 29. (more…)
2917 Georgia Ave NW
Thanks to PJ and Eric for sending: “The old skylit bar closed. New signage up for the crab plug. I’m intrigued to see how it is. Don’t think it’s open yet or near to open but signs are up.” (more…)
1832 Columbia Road, NW
Juicy King Crab Express opened with great fanfare back in May 2021. Previously the space had been home to La Granja de Oro. Unfortunately Juicy King Crab Express had been closed since May 2022 due to a “leaky roof”. And now a for lease sign has gone up: (more…)
925 U Street, NW at Vermont Ave
Update:
Chesapeake Crab Shack’s website still says: “We will be reopening in March!” (more…)
925 U Street, NW at Vermont Ave
From a press release:
“The team behind Duke’s Grocery and Gogi Yogi are proud to announce the grand opening date of Friday, August 19th, 2022 for Chesapeake Crab Shack and Bar.” (more…)
700 K Street, NW
From Truluck’s:
“For one weekend only (July 14-17) Truluck’s will offer a limited-time entree of two Yucatan soft-shell crabs served deep fried on a bed of creamed spinach with grilled asparagus and onion salad finished with roasted pepper aioli for $44. An appetizer portion (one crab) will be available for $22.
If you’ve never eaten a soft-shell crab, let me offer a bit of context… (more…)
From an email:
“After a two-year hiatus, our famous neighborhood July 4th Crab Crack is back!
Join us on Monday July 4th from 1pm until the fireworks starts for fresh Maryland blue crabs steamed on site all day long.
Guests can order crabs by the dozen or half dozen. We’ll have plenty of steamed corn on the cob, hush puppies, and our regular menu will be available as well. All crabs are market price. (more…)
From a press release:
“WHAT: As Summer comes to an end, we tend to forget that the biggest and tastiest Maryland crabs are harvested from September to mid-November. That is why, The Fried Rice Collective chefs, Danny Lee and Scott Drewno, have decided to showcase how fundamental this Chesapeake Bay staple is to the culinary culture of our area. This celebration will consist of daily unique crab-inspired dishes that blend together their modern cooking techniques with authentic Chinese and Korean flavors. The repertoire is as follows: (more…)
via Union Market
Looks like the pop up was originally intended to run until “early fall.”
Thanks to Greg for sharing Lucky Buns’ note: (more…)