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    Crab House

    3.6 (310 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Bars, American
    Open • 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Loud
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Kam C.

    Stopped by here since it was close by to our hotel! We were very hungry after a road trip to the beach and were pleasantly surprised with how good the raw oysters here were. The HH deals are very affordable and the drinks were good! The bartender was friendly and attentive, the hours of this place would be my only complaint as I wish they were open during lunch!

    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

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    Crabs crabs & buckets of crab got to eat for 3 days, the corn chowder was spicy but great !!

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    thank you for your feedback Gabriella

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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 Local Bootlegging - The Pablo!

    The Local Bootlegging

    4.4(101 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    •$$

    What a fantastic evening at The Local Bootlegging Company Speakeasy in Rehoboth Beach! The food was…read moreoutstanding, the drinks were incredible, and the service was second to none. A special thank you to Peter "Pan" for making our night so memorable. Not only were the cocktails delicious, but watching him craft those amazing bourbon creations was an experience in itself. We will definitely be taking an Uber next time so we can fully indulge in even more of those exceptional bourbon cocktails! Thank you for a wonderful evening. We can't wait to come back!

    **in response to the owners comment, we never met you. We didn't send food back nor did we request…read morenew food, and you, nor anyone else EVER brought me any additional drink on the house. I only had the one I paid for. There's no need to lie, bad days happen. This is not a speakeasy, this is a restaurant cosplaying as a speakeasy. That may be a bit harsh, it's a speakeasy in training. Sure, it's got all of the speakeasy decor, blackout curtains over the windows and doors, and a big selection of pedestrian liquor but it's not quite there. We went in on an early evening on Wed and there were maybe 5 other patrons in there. Our waitress was nice and brought us water to the high top. She brought us two food menus, and a specials menu. I asked for a bourbon list and she brought it; no prices on the list. Annoying. On the specials menu there was a small section of manager recommended drinks and one was a Willet. The way it was written was confusing because it said it was both a 4 year and 14 year for $52, so I asked for clarification on the age statement. She took the menu to the barkeep, who confirmed it was a 14 year so I said yes I'll have that. A drink was brought to me, but I could tell from the taste that it was not what I ordered. I asked the waitress for the bottle, she asked the guy behind the bar for the bottle and he pulled down a willet pot still bottle (pot still is the entry level Willet and at best a 5 dollar pour, no where near what I asked for). I told her that I was given the wrong drink, then she approached the bar and between her, and the male and female bartenders they had a weird back and forth conversation. Then, finally they pulled down the bottle that I asked for, that was advertised, and gave me a pour of it. I asked to see the bottle and the waitress brought it over but held it instead of putting it on the table (it was a 13 year Willet, Paper Trail). As we were about to order we were told that they reset the menu the very day before, with the focus of putting more love and care into the food. Feeling good about that, we ordered the French quarter catfish and the bourbon braised short ribs. The corn that came with the short ribs tasted straight out of a store bought steamable pouch, and the "ribs" weren't ribs at all, just sliced meat. The only redeemable thing about the catfish dish was the aioli; the rice had no flavor, the corn was cold and hard, and the catfish was mostly breading. We both took a few bites and resigned. I have been to many speakeasies around the US, and there are common themes: a much better selection of liquor; 95% of the bourbon were low tier bottles you can find in any liquor store for around $50. Also, when customers ask for the bottle, it isn't because we plan to steal it or drink from it, its because we're genuinely interested in the information on the labels. The quickest way to get people to stop spending money is to make them feel as if they can't be trusted touching a bottle. Perhaps it was an off day for the staff and this wasn't a typical experience, but I won't go back.

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    Purple Parrot Grill - French fries were good (they are potatoey). I think I'd like a little more crisp to them, but personal preference.

    Purple Parrot Grill

    3.3(630 reviews)
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    Two things I have to plug at this vibrant dive bar: - They…read morehave fresh squeezed citrus! Grapefruit, lime, orange Couldn't be better with some Casamigos! - Their crab soup comes as a cream based option. Most places around here only have Maryland crab soup, which is red/broth based. Here the Creamy Crab Soup is rich and creamy with nice lumps of crab. So good!!

    We popped into this restaurant for a Sunday evening meal and happened to arrive about an hour and a…read morehalf before a drag show was scheduled to start. We were seated in a split booth setup in the corner of the restaurant. It felt a little tight walking between the tables, and the seating itself wasn't particularly cushioned/super comfortable. We thought the decor with personalized dollar bills covering the walls was definitely creative, and the low lighting added to the overall dive-bar atmosphere. The bathrooms were gross. The trash was overflowing, and there was an unpleasant smell. Those could definitely use some more cleaning. I only used one of them the single stall rooms but I felt bad because it looked like some of the performers were using the bathrooms to get changed before the show. If the other bathrooms were similar, I wouldn't particularly enjoy having to get ready in there. There were lots of unique mixed drink options that matched theme of the bar. I ordered the "Blueberry Lemonade," which I enjoyed. Some people at our table ordered the "Mudslide" and felt it could have been more chocolate rather than tasting primarily like cookies and cream. The food was actually pretty good. I ordered the "Parrot Burger," while my partner got a Cheesteak. The presentation was nice when everything was brought to the table, and the plates and utensils appeared clean. The only minor note was that someone at our table noticed a gnat taking a swim in her drink at one point, although that could have come from anywhere. The standout item for us was definitely the chicken tenders we ordered as an appetizer. When we recapped the meal the next morning for the people who hadn't gone, those were the item we all agreed were the best! We also listed it as one of the best food items we ordered the whole trip. Everything came out in a timely manner, and the appetizer was served appropriately before our entrées. Service was generally helpful. Despite the restaurant being loud, the servers spoke loudly and clearly enough that we could understand them. However, after finishing the meal, we ended up waiting a while to flag down our server for boxes and to pay the bill. Overall, this is a fun dive-bar experience, especially if you're interested in a late- night spot or the local entertainment, but I wouldn't come here expecting a polished sit-down dining experience. The food was solid and the drinks were vibey.

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    Purple Parrot Grill - The inside-- the walls are dripping with money

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