I've always wanted to try seafood across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge because I've heard nothing but great things about the freshness and quality, and Gay's Seafood definitely lived up to the hype. I ordered the catfish platter with French fries and a side salad, along with a 32 oz Maryland crab soup. Everything was delicious. The catfish was cooked perfectly, the fries were solid, and the crab soup was full of flavor and packed with crab. The service was also really good. The cashier was patient, let me take my time, and even offered helpful suggestions, which made the experience even better. The inside was clean and comfortable, with several bench-style tables and condiments ready to go. Overall, I had a great experience and I'd definitely come back again. read more

Gay's Seafood - Catfish platter - Seafood Markets Near Me - Easton, Maryland

Gay's Seafood is a Easton Shore must! They now have a new location that serves as a Seafood Market and a Deli, where you can sit down and enjoy food. There is a paved parking lot with plenty of parking. We have been going to Gay's for years so it's good to see them expand to a new location. We always get the crabs, with paper and the wooden crackers. The crabs are consistently fresh and delicious and never disappoint! If your planning a trip to the shore stop by and check them out. If you're feeling adventurous take a drive and check them out, either way you will not regret it read more

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I stopped in for lunch and was very disappointed with the quality of the food. The service area was clean but this place is not a place I would recommend. read more

I've been a customer for 30+years. I come from Ocean City to buy from them. NEVER had a bad crab!! Best seafood on the Shore! read more

Fast friendly and delicious! I had the clam strips and my husband had the soft crab sandwich. The price was very reasonable and the food was fresh and tasty! read more

Gay's Seafood - Light bright picnic atmosphere. - Seafood Markets Near Me - Easton, Maryland

You want a dirty old place that sells the best, most fresh seafood around??? Then definitely get yourself to Gay's Seafood! The place is a little hard to find but just follow the hand-cut crab signs nailed to the trees. You will find it! Do not let the appearance of the shack put you off. Doors open, flies and bugs buzzing around. Maybe there were windows; maybe not. I cannot remember. But the seafood is plentiful and right off the boat. The guy working tonight was friendly but not too friendly. "You want something not here?" he asked us. Just call us in the morning and I will be sure to get it for you. I am from Washington DC and definitely NOT used to friendly service from a knowledgeable guy who cares about what he does. I do not know when I will get back to Easton. But I bet you I will be there to buy some great seafood from Gay's! read more

If you don't find this place great. You just don't enjoy great food . Their soups alone are worth coming here . Their pies. Cakes. Sandwiches are fabulous . I need to come back everyday to try something new . WOW read more

Got takeout fish platter. They asked me if I wanted tartar sauce, I said yes. Got to my destination and no tartar sauce, no napkins and no utensils. If you're not going to put that stuff in the to-go bag, don't tie it up and tell people to grab their own. Mac and cheese was bland (it's ok to use salt people) and stewed tomatoes were so sweet they were in-edible. Fish might have been good but since I had no tartar sauce I didn't want it. read more

Best Crab spice around!! Can't go wrong with it! Friendly workers. Never busy early in the day.

Small market that sells all you really need for a great Maryland seafood meal- crabs, clams, soups, shrimps and a few sides! Staff was super friendly and helpful. Since we're not from the area and weren't too familiar with the market, we had a lot of questions.We ordered 2 dozen clams, a cream of crab, and 2 shrimp macaroni salads. The shrimp macaroni is AMAZING. I could eat this ALLLLL DAY. If you get nothing else here, I'd recommend this. The soup was solid as well although not anything to write home about and the clams were good too! They threw in a free sauce for us since we were a bit confused what to do with them. Overall this is a great small local spot! Unfortunately they don't have corn, but otherwise I'd definitely come here for your seafood needs!!! read more

Called in September to arrange for crabs and crab legs in December for a large family gathering. Told at that time that they could order in crabs and to call back in November, which I did. When I called in November I was told I would get a call back from the owner that never happened. Called back myself and was told they are moving and boilers probably would not be available for my event in December. Asked for any local comparable recommendations and was given a place that has permanently closed. Not happy. Bad customer service and back to ground zero on planning for the family event. These are the very basics of customer service that were not met. I'm sure their food is good but I'm not inclined to ever do business with this establishment. read more

I'm from Pittsburgh and everytime we are in the area on a fishing trip I always pick up a bussel of crabs to take back home. I have never been disappointed in the crabs or the price. They are just outstanding. The owner even gave me a discount when I told him we were from Pittsburgh. I will be back soon after my fishing trip with Captain Price. read more

I have found my Crab Place! I purchased 2 dozen jumbo crabs yesterday, and I was 100% happy with them! The staff were so friendly, welcoming, and professional. The crabs were amazing! Reasonable price and delicious! I will now be a regular visitor, as I drive to the beach weekly....you will not be disappointed! Thank you Gays Seafood! Your new BFF, Stephanie T. read more

We are new to the area and were interested in steamed crabs, #1 Jimmy's for the 4th. We called to order that morning and placed our order. We picked up our crabs at 2:30 that afternoon. The staff were very pleasant and answered all of our questions regarding other selections. We have eaten steamed crabs all of our lives, living in Maryland, but we have to say these were the absolute best crabs we have had in a very long time. They we're all packed with scrumptious crab and we're not over seasoned but just perfect. We will be customers of Gays from now on. Thanks to everyone there for a great experience. read more

Great crabs for a good price. Don't mind the hunting rifle behind the front desk when you walk in, this place is old school.

We popped in from a short trip in st Michaels. Found this place as third position of the top ten crabs shacks. Met the owners Renne and his worker Leroy. They cooked a 1-2 a bushel of #1 male crabs at the great price. These guys were super nice to out of Towners from NJ. Had to smell those freshly cooked crabs for 2 hrs on the ride home. . Go there it's a great place and great crabs. But I agree read more

We had crabs from there this weekend & they were fabulous & fat! The employees are wonderful & anything but white trash. Jeff, you just proved what white trash really represents, YOU. read more

Gay's Seafood - crabs on a cutting board - Seafood Markets Near Me - Easton, Maryland

Rennie and his crew did an outstanding job! I've been waiting for the opportunity to come back and feast on these big, juicy and delicious crabs and was it worth the 1 hour ride? Indeed it was. Customer service was informative, friendly, courteous and just plain old inviting! For the locals I envy you and for those of us that aren't local make that trip! read more

Gay's Seafood - The best crabs I've ever had! - Seafood Markets Near Me - Easton, Maryland

Ordered by phone -- 3 dozen no. 1s. When I go to pick up I see that the price for a 1/2 bushel is the same as 3 dozen (1/2 bushel is about 4 dozen at current sizes). Instead of telling me this on the phone, they took the opportunity to get a little extra cash from a customer that didn't know better. Will look for other sources of crabs in future. read more

Friendly folks and the best crabs I've had in years. We also got oysters to shuck at home. Highly recommended.

Last review 2013. Now 2019 and 6 years have passed. Nothing has changed. Still have the best crabs I can find anywhere. I fly to Easton,MD from PA, so I am particular about what I buy. Still highly recommend. read more

Have a friend who works at the hospital and said that the locals go to Gay's. Its about 1.5 hrs drive for me but worth the time. Good excuse to explore Kent Island as well. Always great crabs at hard to believe prices, My wife was at Nicks in Baltimore and they were selling crabs for over $100 per dozen. Love going to Gays and looking at the crab boats coming in with their catch. Very special place. Do not know what that Jeff fellow's issue is but glad I won't be running into him on my next trip @LarryMcVA. read more

Amazing we come all the way from North Carolina to get their crabs... best I ever had

Amen and hallelujah. Gay's has THE best crabs. Hands down. End of discussion. Folks there are the salt of the earth and they know how to spot a know-it-all piker. They take care of people who are polite and friendly. My wife is the best crab picker in 10 generations of her family of Marylanders and she says Gay's crabs - which she has only been having for the last 3 years - are the best she has ever had in her life! Whether I get them or she does, we have never been made to feel anything less than family when we walk through that screen door, which has been swinging on its hinges for over 100 years! Can't wait to see you all on Saturday. To anyone who doesn't agree: Fine. Stay away. More crabs for us. We'll buy 'em all! read more

We found this place coming all the way from NYC and fell in love. The employees were so patient over the phone and even nicer in person. This will always be our stop for crabs on the way south. read more

Great family business that has fair prices, good seafood and service with a smile. If you need crabs, fish or any fresh seafood, head in over to Gay's. read more

We were late for crabs season but we got some huge oysters. So good and worth the trip to here

Attended a weekend wedding.. ate crabs at one of the local spots, and knew I had to bring some back to New Jersey. I Yelped 2 seafood markets. The first place was closed... I called Gay's and was there within 10mins. Great service. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Bought a half bushel and was on and out in less than 10 mins. If I'm ever in the area, I'll go back for these tasty creatures.. read more

Rennie is great! He was super helpful and very sweet. He gave my friend and I a tour of their homely facilities. It was exactly what I was looking for. The crabs are huge and the meat is amazing! He steamed them up for us in less than 20 minutes. I will be back soon! read more

Summer 2012 Gay's Seafood. I have gotten #1s 3 times and each time they were delicious local perfectly steamed and a bargain. Definitely recommend this spot for some take home crabs. No tables no chairs takeout only. read more

The number ones were huge and amazingly full of meat. We all loved them and the bushel definitely didn't go to waste (even though we were all stuffed!) because we could not stop eating them they were so delicious. Just the right amount of Old Bay too. Not to mention they were super helpful when helping us determine how many and what size we should get! read more

I am a local. Bought crabs and they were undercooked with a little old bay caked on top. I grew up on eastern shore. Worst steamed crabs I've ever eaten in 50 years. I won't go back. read more