Blakes Crab House is a highly regarded, family-owned carryout seafood establishment located in Northeast Baltimore. Known to locals as the go-to neighborhood spot for fresh, steamed-to-order Maryland crabs, it operates purely as a walk-up and takeout counter.
Live IVR phone system featuring a recorded daily message with stock levels, sizes, and pricing.
Operating Hours
Blakes Crab House opens midday and runs through the evening, closing on Mondays.
Day
Operating Hours
Monday
Closed
Tuesday – Friday
3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday
12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Sunday
1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Service & Amenities
Blakes Crab House is optimized for quick counter service and vehicle transport.
Feature
Details
Service Options
Takeout and onsite counter service. Delivery is not offered.
Reservations
Not accepted.
Dining Setup
Counter service only. There is no table service.
Atmosphere
Casual, trendy, and popular with both local residents and tourists.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot.
Parking
Free dedicated parking lot with ample spacing.
Restrooms
Onsite public restrooms are not available.
Payment Options
Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay). EBT/Food Stamps are not accepted.
Menu Overview
Heavy Crabs (Males)
Item Name
Description
Small / Medium Males
Freshly steamed smaller male blue crabs, sold by the half-dozen or dozen.
Large Males
Substantial, heavy male crabs with a generous amount of meat.
Extra Large Males
Premium-sized male crabs perfect for picking, sold by the dozen.
Jumbo Males
The largest select male crabs available on the menu.
Heavy Crabs (Females)
Item Name
Description
Small / Medium Females
Budget-friendly female crabs, known for being full of flavor, eggs, or mustard.
XLarge Females
Oversized female crabs packed with sweet meat.
Mixed Female Bushel Specials
Bulk options featuring a mix of sizes, often running on special promotions.
Picking Crabs & Other Seafood
Item Name
Description
Picking Crabs
Mixed sizes ideal for crab cakes or stews; available by the dozen, half-bushel, or bushel.
Steamed Shrimp
High-quality shrimp, 21-25 count size, steamed and seasoned to order.
Steamed Snow Crab Legs
Tender, juicy snow crab clusters prepared fresh out of the pot.
Live Soft Crabs
Whole soft-shell crabs ready for home cooking.
Frozen Soft Crabs
Convenient frozen soft-shell crabs prepped for transport.
Sides, Seasonings & Add-ons
Item Name
Description
Steamed Corn
Fresh corn on the cob, available with house seasoning or as plain No-Spice Corn.
Mallets
Custom wooden crab mallets to help crack open your catch.
Whole Lemons
Fresh citrus accents to complement your seafood.
Heavy Table Paper
Full rolls of heavy-duty paper to line your table for easy cleanup.
Extra Spice
House proprietary seafood seasoning, available by the dozen, half-bushel, or bushel.
Blake’s Regular Butter
Classic melted dipping butter for crabs and shrimp.
Blake’s Garlic Butter
Rich, garlic-infused savory dipping butter.
Key Customer Experience & Operational Details
Why Customers Love It
Food Quality: Crabs are consistently described as heavy, meaty, and full of flavor. Even smaller sizes hold surprising weight.
The Seasoning: The proprietary house seasoning is heavily applied and delivers an authentic Baltimore taste.
Packaging: Orders are packed in neat, tight boxes to eliminate seasoning leaks or grease drips during your drive home.
Service: The staff, owners (Ms. Kristy and Mr. Marcus), and counter personnel are frequently praised for their friendly, polite, and helpful attitude.
Travel Destination: The quality attracts loyal customers who travel from Washington D.C., Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Delaware, and Indiana.
What to Keep in Mind
Ordering Mechanics: You cannot order far in advance online. Orders are placed at the counter, and you receive a text message when your food is fresh out of the steamer. Expect an average wait time of 25–30 minutes.
Sell-Outs: Due to high daily demand, popular sizes can sell out completely before closing time.
Store Policies
Policy Type
Terms & Conditions
Return & Refund Window
All returns must be brought back on the day of purchase for a refund or replacement. Only the portion brought back will be eligible.
Late Pick-Up Complaints
If an order is picked up after 7:00 PM, any complaints must be phoned in by 4:00 PM the following day.
Exclusions
No refunds or replacements are permitted on dollar crabs or picking crabs.
