Exposed stone walls create a rustic, almost cave-like atmosphere – as if you’ve discovered a secret grotto where mermaids might come to enjoy their lunch breaks. Wooden tables and chairs, worn to a ...

House-made options change regularly but might include classics like Smith Island Cake – Maryland’s official state dessert, featuring multiple thin layers of cake separated by fudge frosting. It’s a ...

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Stuffed Mushrooms with Crab is an easy appetizer made with crab, cream cheese, fresh herbs, and toasted breadcrumbs. Simply the best!

The 6 oz. “Proprietary” Prime Cajun Ribeye is another must-have menu item, and very popular with guests who can’t get enough ...

When chopped, hearts of palm break down into shreds that look like fresh crab meat. Richard Landau seasons the hearts of palm cakes with Old Bay, vegan mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard for a ...

The Jumbo Lump Crab Cake at Tony’s of Lexington ($25) is served hot smoked paprika, shaved carrots and fennel and a mustard aioli. Many local diners consider it the best crab cake in Lexington.

These aren’t sweet cupcakes—they’re savory, golden crab cakes baked in a tin and packed with king crab flavor. Crispy on the outside, tender inside, and topped with a zesty sauce, they’re ...