Crisfield Seafood
Crisfield Seafood, located at 8012 Georgia Ave Silver Spring, MD 20910, stands as an iconic dining destination renowned for its rich seafood offerings. Its reputation as a beloved institution is solidified by its longevity and unwavering commitment to quality, making it an enduring favorite among locals and visitors alike. With over 80 years of service, Crisfield Seafood provides a genuine, no-frills dining experience that never compromises on flavor.
A Taste of Crisfield Seafood: A Seafood Lover’s Paradise
Crisfield Seafood's menu is a delightful celebration of fresh, expertly prepared seafood. Whether you're indulging in their Seafood Norfolk Style dishes like the Shrimp Norfolk or Crab Norfolk, or opting for one of their renowned Signature Entrees, such as the Baked Stuffed Shrimp or Broiled Lump Crab Cakes, the options are vast. Their Fried Seafood selections, including Fried Crab Cakes and Fried Deep Sea Scallops, are perfect for those craving crispy, golden seafood. Additionally, the Seafood Salad Style options like Tuna Fish Salad or Shrimp Salad offer a lighter, yet equally satisfying choice.
For those who prefer a more classic American seafood experience, Crisfield also serves comforting Soups & Stews, including their signature Seafood Bisque and Clam Chowder. The Sandwiches section features favorites such as the Fried Crab Cake Sandwich and Shrimp Salad Sandwich, perfect for a casual meal. And with Lite Fare options such as the Lite Fare Stuffed Flounder or Lite Fare Crisfield Special, patrons can enjoy a lighter yet delicious seafood experience. Whether you're indulging in appetizers, soups, entrees, or sandwiches, Crisfield's menu offers something for everyone.
Crisfield Seafood’s Unique Services: A Comforting Experience
Crisfield Seafood’s service offerings are as welcoming and diverse as its menu. The restaurant is designed to cater to a wide range of needs, ensuring every guest can enjoy a comfortable and convenient dining experience. It offers delivery and takeout services for those on the go. For those who prefer to dine in, reservations are accepted, ensuring that guests can plan their visit in advance.
The restaurant is wheelchair accessible, providing an inclusive environment for all guests. Families and large groups will appreciate the group-friendly atmosphere, with options to accommodate everyone. Kids’ meals are available, and the moderate noise level ensures a relaxed dining environment suitable for both lunch and dinner. Outdoor seating is available for those who enjoy a meal with fresh air, and the option to bring dogs adds to the casual, welcoming vibe.
Patrons who prefer a quick bite while staying connected will appreciate the Wi-Fi available on-site. For those interested in pairing their seafood feast with a drink, the restaurant serves beer and wine only, creating a laid-back yet satisfying beverage selection. In addition to the welcoming dining area, Crisfield offers bike parking for those who prefer to cycle to the restaurant.
r returning to savor your favorite dish, Crisfield Seafood continues to be a cherished establishment where quality and tradition meet.
Reviews
For those trying to get here before they close for good - on Tuesday night, there was a line of 20-30 people out the door. Staff came out and cut off the line around 7:20pm. People who were in line did not leave. Staff were clearly exhausted. They recommended coming early for lunch to get in before like cutoff.
I've been coming here off and on for many, many years. They haven't lost their touch. It's simple, basic seafood, prepared and presented well. The quality was very good. The price was very reasonable considering the good quality. $9 for a draft beer seemed a bit pricey but everything else has gone up in price recently so I guess I shouldn't complain.
Jay and the restaurant team put together ten crabcakes for a family event. They gave clear instructions for preparation and how to keep them fresh on my roadtrip for the party. The crabcakes were absolutely delicious and gone in a matter of minutes. No filler. Everyone raved about the crabcakes. Thank you for the wonderful service!
Crisfields is a DMV foodie institution! If you know, you know....this place has had the same cook for over 50 years, serves quality seafood and the clientele-patron base to prove it. Crisfields, with its unassuming marquee and storefront....it is like a step back in time and very nostalgic as soon as you walk through its doors. It is a welcoming, inviting and a no-frills kind of restaurant that has stood the test of time and has been around for decades. The original decor and vibe stands out as soon as you walk into the place. It like a museum meets seafood hut with dine-in seating surrounded by old collectibles and local DC memorabilia which you can't help but to walk around to see, read and admire. On this day, I came in for a quick lunch and tried the Crab Stuffed Shrimp Platter and Seafood Bisque. Both dishes did not disappoint. The Crab Stuffed Shrimp it always a favorite. It was crispy on the outside and filled with a crabcake ball filling and baked on a plump, jumbo shrimp. It is the a great meal to satisfy your seafood fix and the portions are perfect. And, let's not forget the sides. The fries are freshet potatoes and the coleslaw was the perfect balance of creamy, sweet and acidic. Another good pick here, is the seafood combination platter (baked or broiled) which comes with fish, shrimp, scallops and a house favorite....the crab cakes. In all, I recommend Crisfield. The food is delicious and the seafood is always fresh. It is very clean and well kept. The staff here is always friendly and attentive as well. Takeout ordering is available, but a place like this is must be savored while eating/dining in-house. When in Silver Spring....I say make it a stop here and enjoy the eats. There is just no denying the real thing.......and Crisfield is it!
There's a lot to say about Crisfield's. They are closing in a few days after an 80 year run, which is impressive for any institution, doubly so for a restaurant. They are a bit run down and divey, but in a lovable way, like your favorite dive bar. They were named one of the best restaurants in Washington by Washingtonian in 1989, and again by the New York Times in 2024 (!). You should trust the former review more than the latter; not that Crisfield's isn't good, but there are more great restaurants in DC now than in 1989 and the NYT always has bad takes on DC. Crisfield's has one room that's entirely a large U shaped bar (maybe 12 seats), and another that's a small dining room (maybe 50 seats). The menu is mostly seafood, prepared simply (broiled, baked, or fried), and with a few choices of sides (fries, baked potato, apple sauce, coleslaw, and tomatoes). I visited on Tuesday during their last week in business. I got in line at 5:30 PM and I wasn't seated until about 7 PM. There were plenty of open tables, so the problem was staffing -- either the kitchen or the waiters were way behind. Seeing empty tables and waiting for 90 minutes is enough to make anyone hangry, and I was. We finally got seated, ordered, and got food around 7:30 PM. Well, it was worth it, and I don't regret the wait. We had the fried scallops and stuffed shrimp, along with sides of fries, coleslaw, and tomatoes. The stuffed shrimp came three to an order and were delicious, without much filler and light on seasoning, but in a good way. Fries were a bit limp and undersalted. Scallops were very good and a large portion. Coleslaw was fine, tomatoes tasted a bit fishy so we didn't eat much of them. It wasn't a perfect meal, but it was a tasty one and I'm glad I got to visit Crisfield's before they closed.