Not crazy about their food. This is a great place to order bushels of oysters etc. although we ordered thru Harris Teeter last time and the oysters were much better. As far as eating their fried oysters, I have never understood why people think they're good. The oysters, fried, appear to be dirty and beaten, mushed up, they're horrible. I have to assume, many people around here don't appreciate good seafood, because they know no better. If you want real fried oysters that are delicious, go to Fords! Great place for smokers, as the outside area is nice. read more

My Dad wanted oysters on the half shell... we just didn't want the fried scrapings from the bottom of the deep fryer that we had the time before... I had the combo platter of fried oysters and clams which did not taste fried to order. Their shape was too regular, ergo, they were probably frozen.I have worked in restaurants where we fried to order (Faneuil Hall, Boston)so I know whereof I speak. After all that, Dad's oysters weren't very good. My advice? Great waffle fries, so give up the seafood and go for GREAT burgers...! read more

Drove past the shack earlier this summer and finally got around to picking up some crabs and shrimp for takeout. We're originally from the Baltimore area, so we know what good steamed crabs are supposed to taste like ---- we give Lowry's 4 out of 5 stars! The crabs were excellent, tasty and mostly full. None of us were disappointed.....the shrimp were excellent as well. The price was right -- large crabs for only $45 a dozen. Dirt cheap compared to the close to $100 a dozen we recenty paid for jumbos in Baltimore. We'll definitely be back. Thanks Lowry's! read more

THE BEST Maryland Blue Crab in the region!!! They do carry out too!!! The service is fabulous! Love the Lowrey Family!! Kid and family- kids love the shrimp and hush puppies!! And the soups are to die for! During the summer the kids love the soft serve ice cream too!!!! :) read more

Horrible, terrible, awful experience. Apparently you need to be a part of the special in-crowd to eat their food. We couldn't even get in, as you apparently require a reservation. The hostess was incredibly rude and dismissive, and obviously couldn't be bothered with us. They are apparently incapable of seating 6 people. Our money spends elsewhere. We won't be back, and we'll make sure to tell everyone we know not to waste their time. read more

We finally stopped for lunch and we have no regrets! We had fried chicken, fried butterflied shrimp, cinnamon apples, crab chips, onion petals, and macaroni and cheese. Oh and hush puppies which were some of the best I've ever had! Everything was delicious and made to order! We will definitely be going back! read more

I found this restaurant online and decided to give it a try. I was most interested because they said they served Maryland style crabcakes unfortunately they were not that at all. The crabcakes had too much filler and no lumps, the sides need some help so expect canned green beans and store bought potato salad and slaw. I liked the outside patio and family atmosphere. read more

Great spot in Hamilton. Fried chicken is fantastic!! Best in northern VA that I've had. Really nice owners, got a chance to meet them. Loved the scallops and shrimp, great spices. Only reason it didn't get a 5 was a little pricey for the seafood. Will definitely be back. Did I mention the fried chicken?? read more

Need a better system they should be able to handle walk ins without stating a 2 hour wait. There was literally no one standing in front of us. Was really excited to give this place a second chance after a mediocre first try. read more

This quaint place has great seafood that tastes fresh. The service is quick and friendly and they offer Veterans a free dessert and thank you for your service. I am coming back because I left full read more

Worth the drive for the best seafood I've had in Loudoun County. My whole family enjoyed it. The service was friendly and ambience was nice too. Fresh food and worth the drive for us! read more

Horrible service This is the second time we tried this seemingly tasty establishment. After 15 minutes sitting idle at our table, no one stopped to help us. Other patrons who arrived later were sever and our family of 5 was ignored. I generally have patience because I understand the typical level of help at local places but this was over the top. No one even would make eye contact. We left and no one batted an eye and the place was only half full. I understand they have great food but service has to improve to succeed. read more

We have had take out several times but decided to dine in this time. The place was overflowing crowded by 7pm. We had a party of 8 and had to slit into 2 tables. They do have 1 larger table that would have seated us, but it was taken. The 4 of us crammed into a mighty small booth. They were out of scallops (my fav), so I went with the beer battered catch (flounder). Actually I thought the portion was huge. I had my fill, shared with others and still brought some home. My 15 year old had the fish taco and said it was good, hubby had the stuffed flounder (that did look small to me). My daughter had the fried shrimp. Everyone liked their food. My daughter said the applesauce was delicious, and she is my pickiest eater. We had the crab balls as an appetizer and the were excellent. 4 stars for the seating mostly. The wait staff was friendly and attentive. read more

Great food and great people! I would recommend getting the crablegs, shrimp, oysters, pretty much anything with seafood! Its always fresh, and the people are very friendly. Its's become one of my staple restaurants. read more

We've never been disappointed. Last visit was on Fathers Day and food was great, service was perfect and the free dessert for Dads was a nice finish. read more

Sarah was my waitress. I asked before ordering if the crabs were heavy and the waitress said yes. So I ordered 6 spicy crab. They came packed with spice. Too much spice. The crabs were light and not much meat, not sweet and dry. Very unpleased but still hungry, I ordered 6 fried shrimp. She brings me a basket full. Clearly someone need to listen to her customers a little more. The shrimp were big but not flavor. Very bland. This is not a place I would go again, the prices are a bit steep for what you get...dry and boring food. read more

Great crabs they even taste fresh like they were just taken from the Chesapeake the minutes early. However it was crowded when I went and they don't have an indoor seating so if it is raining then there is no way you can eat it is outside. Other con, if you dot like old bay that's what they use on there crabs but their soft serve is to die for. read more

Ate there today. Only 4 of the dozen crabs we ordered were edible. The rest smelled and tasted of ammonia - a sure sign they've been reheated. And it was the top 4, with the ones below being the bad ones. When we complained to the very nice and attentive waitress she took away the nasty crabs and brought 6 "freshly cooked" crabs, and they were bad too!! read more

Down home plain, but oh so tasty! The fish, the crab, the fries - really good and an incredible buy!

We ordered The Shack, which seems to be a sampler, and fried oysters. Our food was absolutely delicious and every bit as good as any seafood we get while on vacation at the beach. We'll definitely be going back. read more

Sorry - methinks the only draw to this place must be the outdoor seating. For a so called 'crabshack' I had the worst crab-cake sandwich of my life. Tasted like a greasy recently unfrozen wad with scant actual meat. The bun was stale. I will never go back. read more

Good seafood if you want to pay an arm and a leg for crabs, etc etc. Bought a bushel of crabs this past Saturday, and with tax, came out to $292.50 Gave the guys 191 in cash and 100 on a gift card. As I was digging for the 50 cents, he blankly looked at me and said I was 50 cents short!!! nice customer service for an already overpriced bushel, in season, or even out of season crabs!! So I politely told him "god forbid, im 50 cents short for an already overpriced bushel of crabs!! So much for customer service. had it not been a special occasion, I would have grilled burgers. Wake up Lowry's!!! If you inflate the charges, at least smile when you screw the public!!! bottom line, decent seafood, lame prices. Better off going elsewhere if you don't mind a short drive. read more

I enjoyed this place so much. We've driven by several times, so I'm glad we decided to come in. The place is very friendly and very beachy. The food was very good. I had the crab legs and my husband had the crab cakes. I loved this so much, I can't wait to come back. Thanks for such a good time. read more

LOVE THIS PLACE!! Flies are a nuisance when outside, but the food is incredible and the staff are friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended! Ok read more

They have made dramatic improvements in the quality of their food over the last few years. Great for fresh seafood! The hush puppies rock!

I really enjoyed the snow crabs, clam strips and hush puppies. Definitely will be back.

Can't really give Lowry's one star! We made reservations for Saturday evening early while Our daughter was home visiting from the SF Bay area- she wanted blue crabs for supper. As recommended on Lowry's web-site, we made reserv., and told the person on the phone that we would be ordering blue crabs. We get there, and the (cocky) server says "no crabs unless you reserved them ahead of time". We told her that we HAD reserved crabs. She goes to check and comes back to tell us then "no-one wrote that down". Their mistake, not ours, but we got NO apology, NO accomodation, just her cocky ATTITUDE!. On top of that, they're sold out of Fried Chicken (advertised on the large sign out front), have no dip for the 'onion leaves' (which tasted like a freezer-burned sale item from a grocery store), and all this at 6 pm on Saturday before Father's Day! I've eaten there before, and the food was fairly good- although a bit pricey. Guarantee we will NEVER go there again! CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS NON-EXISTANT! Terrible experience! Very disappointing! read more

stopped by sunday, 1/18/2015. Be aware they are closed until March 13. We called but there was no message or voicemail indicating that they were closed, and yelp showed them as open. read more

Went to Lowry's for steamed crabs and had an okay experience. The place is on the smaller side but has outdoor seating which is nice. Parking is limited. Hamilton is a quaint little town. The menu has many more choices than the typical crab house. Prices are reasonable. The crabs were good but not amazing. I asked our server for old bay to dip my crabmeat in but she misunderstood and brought out crabs steamed in no seasoning and a side of old bay. She did offer to bring us new crabs but we didn't feel like waiting. The crabs were steamed well. Being from Maryland I think Maryland has the best steamed crabs. Was hoping to find something comparable in Virginia to reduce my drive time for crabs but I think there are better options in Maryland. The outdoor seating area could benefit from a little outdoor music. Nothing offensive about this place. Happy we tried it but not sure if I'd return. read more

Stumbled across this place by accident, as we were fruit picking near by. A crab shack - that does authentic southern cooking - we had the fried chicken, and sole. Fresh and very tasty! Great atmosphere, and friendly waitresses who made a big fuss over our baby (unfortunately we can't say the same of the front desk). Did i mention the bill was $23 for 2 meals, and drinks? Sweet! read more

Yes, it's mostly a seafood joint but they also make awesome fried chicken! Consistantly good service and food. Will definitely keep supporting this locally owned business! read more

Owner was very rude on the phone, I was just trying to get some information and she hung up on me numerous times. I will not be dining here.

Ordered a bushel of crabs and it was not very good. Crabs had no flavor which leads me to believe thee crabs were not Maryland crabs. They were probably from Louisiana. The crabs were also tiny. I don't think I would spend $240 for a bushel of crabs from Lowry's again. Very pricey for what you get. Is this the going rate for a bushel of crabs these days at other places? read more

Delicious fried oysters. I go hear at least once a month for lunch.

It was my bday so I wanted to have something different, so we went to this place, BIG MISTAKE!!! I ordered fish taco, which was so horrible!! My husbands fried fish was sooo greasy!!! The only thing I ate was their homemade fish chips,which were actually good!! This place is over priced and has bad food, would not recommend it!!! read more

We love this place. Especially in the summer when you can sit and eat outside. The inside of the restaurant is a little small and cramped, and there is only one unisex bathroom. However, the food is great, and the prices are reasonable. Kids meals come with soft serve ice cream which is a nice treat. I highly recommend the crab cake sliders and onion petals. read more

This review is for take out steamed blue crabs. While I don't enjoy paying $65 a dozen for large crabs, I am thoroughly impressed with Lowry's. We normally drive to Baltimore to get our crabs because we just haven't found a decent place around us. The crabs were heavy and were cooked perfectly. We were told about their all you can eat event in the fall and we will definitely be back to try the rest of the food. read more

Even though I have my own boat on the Chesapeake and commercial crab pots, I still come here from time to time. It's convenient, great crabs (gotta be the crab salt), and very affordable. Had my 40th birthday here. Nothing's better than eating crabs at Lowry's on a Friday evening as the sun's going down with those huge fans on you, giving you a nice breeze. Better than road head! read more

I ate there last night w/my husband for our anniversary. The service was fast, friendly and the crabs were the BOMB/Delicious. And the shrimp were huge. It's now our hot spot!!! read more

crab cakes!!!!!! very little breading and they are a great size! the soft shell crabs are great too! yum! it's not a place you would think of when it comes to crabs, but if you haven't been there, then give it a try. read more