About Red Crab House
Red Crab House is Laurel’s premier Cajun Seafood Restaurant, bringing bold Southern flavors and a warm family atmosphere to 14707 Baltimore Ave in Prince George’s County. Red Crab House invites every guest to pull up a chair at their family table and dig into culturally rich Cajun-Creole seafood that keeps the whole community coming back.
The restaurant’s philosophy is rooted in a simple Cajun-French idea: ‘lagniappe’ — meaning ‘a little extra.’ That spirit shows up in every dish, from the house-blended seasonings to the generous portions that have locals raving. Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, Red Crab House serves the greater Laurel, MD area and the wider DMV community looking for an authentic crab-house experience.
Guests are welcomed by a lively, casual atmosphere complete with vibrant music, a full bar, and friendly staff who know the menu inside and out. Whether it is your first visit or your fiftieth, the team ensures every table feels like part of the family.
Why Choose Red Crab House?
Laurel seafood lovers have plenty of options — here is why Red Crab House stands out from the crowd:
- Signature House Seasoning: Every dish is prepared with the restaurant’s unique Red Crab spice blend, delivering a flavor profile you simply cannot find anywhere else in Prince George’s County.
- Fresh Catch Daily: From live crawfish and fresh oysters to Maryland blue crabs, the kitchen sources quality seafood to keep every boil bag tasting its best.
- Happy Hour Specials: Enjoy daily happy hour from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM Monday through Saturday, plus all-day happy hour every Sunday — great value for the whole group.
- Family-Friendly and Group-Ready: The spacious dining room and generous portions make Red Crab House the ideal spot for families, birthdays, and large gatherings.
- Full Bar and Cocktails: Pair your seafood with craft cocktails, cold beers, or a refreshing strawberry lemonade right at the bar.
- Locally Owned and Community-Focused: Red Crab House is a proud Laurel small business, deeply rooted in the Maryland community it serves every day.
What Does Red Crab House Offer?
From classic steamed crabs to indulgent Cajun boil bags, the menu at Red Crab House is built for seafood lovers who want bold flavor and generous portions every single visit.
Cajun Seafood Restaurant Laurel and Beyond — Full Menu Highlights
- Seafood Boil Bags: The house specialty — choose your catch (shrimp, crab legs, clams, lobster, mussels) and seasoning, served with corn, potatoes, and eggs in the signature Red Crab sauce.
- Maryland Blue Crabs and Crab Legs: Steamed or prepared with garlic butter, these are the dishes that put Red Crab House on the map for crab-lovers across the DMV.
- Live Crawfish and Fresh Oysters: Seasonal and market-fresh, perfect for adventurous diners looking to explore the full Southern seafood experience.
- Fried Seafood Plates: Crispy calamari, popcorn shrimp, crab cakes, fried oysters, and catfish — all made to order with the restaurant’s bold seasoning blends.
- Po’ Boys and Sandwiches: Hearty Gulf-inspired po’ boys stacked with shrimp, fish, or chicken for a satisfying lunch option.
- Bar, Cocktails, and Desserts: Wind down with a hand-crafted cocktail or cold draft beer, then finish with one of the restaurant’s sweet dessert options.
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