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1/2 Priced Raw Oysters, Saturdays & Sundays, 11-3! - Blue Crab Grill, Newark, DE

Blue Crab Grill

4.1
4.1
1030 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Blue Crab Grill in Newark, Delaware is known for offering a giant menu filled with seafood options. Though much of it is seasonal, you can always count on some items at Blue Crab Grill. For example, there is the steak and cake. You get a grilled beef tenderloin and jumbo lump crab cakes. Another standby at Blue Crab Grill is the surf and turf. This includes a five-ounce beef tenderloin steak and a five-ounce lobster tail that is served stuffed with crab imperial. The crazy jambalaya is very popular as well. It comes with crab legs, crawfish, clams, mussels, scallops, chicken, shrimp and andouille sausage.

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Additional information

  • Location
    322 Suburban Dr, Newark, DE 19711
  • Phone number
    (302) 737-1100
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Cajun
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Dick Schmidt

Menu

Blue Crab Grill's menu was last updated 2024-01-04.

Appetizers

  • Jump Lump Crab And Shrimp CocktailUSD 18.00

    with avocado and pice de gallo

    • Drunken ClamsUSD 14.00

      a dozen little neck clams steamed in white wine with fresh garlic, scallions, and lemon, served with garlic bread

      • Half Pound of Steamed ShrimpUSD 14.00

        peel and eat, served with drawn butter and cocktail sauce

        • Oysters Rockefeller

          (6 or 12) with spinach, bacon and cheddar

          • CalamariUSD 13.00

            flash fried served over tomato jam, citrus aoli drizzle

            • Barbecued Bacon Wrapped ShrimpUSD 14.00

              stuffed with Dijon and horseradish

              • BruschettaUSD 10.00

                with chopped fresh tomato, onion, basil, olives, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh mozzarella

                • Crab NachosUSD 15.00

                  corn tortilla chips, crab, jalapeno, black bean corn salsa, sour cream salsa, avocado, and cheddar jack cheese

                  • Crab Stuffed Jalapeno PoppersUSD 10.00

                    with cheddar jack cheese & bacon

                    • Crab Stuffed Deviled Eggs USD 9.00

                      paddlefish caviar, parmesan crisp

                      • Nashville Hot Deep-Fried OystersUSD 12.00

                        pickle chips, cayenne butter

                        Mussels

                        • Mussels DiavloUSD 14.00

                          in a spicy red sauce with garlic and basil

                          • Classic French MusselsUSD 14.00

                            with garlic, shallots, white wine and cream

                            • Mussels in Beer

                              andouille sausage, tomato, garlic

                              Soups and Salads

                                Soup

                                • Four Onion SoupUSD 9.00

                                  with Spanish and red onion, leek and garlic with swiss and provolone

                                  • Creamy Crab BisqueUSD 6.00

                                    with lump crab and sherry

                                    • Soup of the Day

                                      Chef's choice, always house made

                                      Salad

                                      Salad Additions: Chicken $6 | Shrimp $8 | Salmon $7 | Scallops $9 | Oysters $8 | Steak $8 | Crab Cake $14

                                      • Lobster & Shrimp Wedge SaladUSD 18.00

                                        with bleu cheese, pepper bacon, tomato and creamy tarragon dressing

                                        • Cobb SaladUSD 14.00

                                          chopped romain mixed greens, bacon, egg, tomato, onion, olives, avocado, blue cheese and shredded cheddar jack with grilled chicken

                                          • Seafood Chef SaladUSD 16.00

                                            with smoked salmon, lump crab, deviled eggs, spicy shrimp, crispy calamari, Manchego cheese and Gruyere cheese

                                            • Southwestern Steak SaladUSD 16.00

                                              spicy flank steak strips, black bean, and corn salsa, roasted red pepper, olives, avocado, and salsa topped with spicy ranch dressing and onion straws

                                              • Caesar SaladUSD 9.00

                                                hearts of romaine, romano, croutons and house made Caesar dressing

                                                • Chopped SaladUSD 12.00

                                                  romaine hearts, arugula, cucumber, red cabbage, tomato, avocado, green apple, citrus vinaigrette

                                                  Entrees

                                                  • Steak and CakeUSD 38.00

                                                    grilled 6 oz filet and a jumbo lump crab cakes

                                                    • Lump Back-Fin Crab CakesUSD 32.00

                                                      served one or two served with starch and fresh vegetable

                                                      • Jumbo Lump Crab ImperialUSD 28.00

                                                        all jumbo lump crab

                                                        • Deep-Fried OystersUSD 26.00

                                                          Chesapeake Bay oysters, buttermilk breaded to order, served with house made tartar and lemon

                                                          • Deep-Fried Seafood PlatterUSD 29.00

                                                            shrimp, scallops, calamari, crab cake, catfish, served with wedges and cole slaw

                                                            • Seared ScallopsUSD 32.00

                                                              sweet corn & chili, bacon fat rice

                                                              • Grilled Salmon FiletUSD 25.00

                                                                olive oil, garlic, sun dried tomato pesto & feta

                                                                • Seafood Bouille'USD 32.00

                                                                  lobster, salmon, shrimp, scallops, clams and mussels in a roasted garlic cream served in a bread bowl

                                                                  • Shrimp & Andouille Grits USD 25.00

                                                                    cajun sauteed shrimp, homemade andouille sausage, cheddar-bacon grits, southern tomato gravy

                                                                    • Seafood Gumbo USD 29.00

                                                                      Clams, Mussels, Sea Bass, Shrimp, Crab, over Rice

                                                                      • Herb Crusted Rainbow Trout USD 24.00

                                                                        stuffed with spinach mushroom, & lemon over rice bed

                                                                        • "24 Hour" Beef Short Rib USD 26.00

                                                                          red wine mushroom glaze, garlic mashed potato

                                                                          • Lobster & Shrimp Mac n CheeseUSD 28.00

                                                                            aged provolone, asiago, sharp cheddar, romano

                                                                            House Smoked Ribs

                                                                            • Crab Cake and RibsUSD 26.00

                                                                              house smoked BBQ pork ribs with our lump crab cake served with potato wedges and cole slaw

                                                                              • Fried Shrimp and RibsUSD 26.00

                                                                                house smoked BBQ ribs, five jumbo shrimp served with potato wedges and cole slaw

                                                                                • House Smoked Dry Rubbed Ribs USD 24.00

                                                                                  potato wedges & coleslaw

                                                                                  Pasta

                                                                                  • Linguini VongoleUSD 24.00

                                                                                    little neck clams and chopped clams in a white wine, fresh basil and garlic sauce

                                                                                    • Eggplant Portabella ParmesanUSD 18.00

                                                                                      layers of panko crusted eggplant, portabella mushroom, ricotta, aged provolone. asiago, mozzarella, spinach, roasted red pepper with a pomodora sauce over penne

                                                                                      Sides

                                                                                      • Sauteed Fresh SpinachUSD 5.00

                                                                                        in olive oil and garlic

                                                                                        • Mac and CheeseUSD 9.00

                                                                                          with Vermont Cheddar

                                                                                          • Stuffed Baked PotatoUSD 7.00

                                                                                            with broccoli and cheddar

                                                                                            • Garden RisottoUSD 9.00

                                                                                              with fresh vegetables

                                                                                              • Salad a la carte

                                                                                                field greens, Caesar, Wedge or spinach

                                                                                                Small Plates

                                                                                                • Fish Tacos USD 13.00

                                                                                                  crispy fried cod, pico de gallo, avocado, queso fresca, spicy sour cream

                                                                                                  • Shrimp Tacos USD 13.00

                                                                                                    crispy fried shrimp, pico de gallo, avocado, queso fresca, spicy sour cream

                                                                                                    Last updated: 4 January 2024

                                                                                                    What 1,030 people are saying

                                                                                                    Blue Crab Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                                    4.1
                                                                                                    4.1 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                    • 4.3Food
                                                                                                    • 4.1Service
                                                                                                    • 4.1Ambience
                                                                                                    • 4.2Value

                                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                                    • Delaware

                                                                                                      Great for brunch

                                                                                                    • Delaware

                                                                                                      Child-friendly

                                                                                                    • Delaware

                                                                                                      Hot spot

                                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                    Blue Crab Grill offers a delightful seafood dining experience with standout dishes like "drunken clams" and "fabulous seafood gumbo." Guests frequently praise the "excellent service" and "friendly staff." The restaurant's atmosphere is welcoming, making it a "great place for brunch" or special occasions. Consistent quality keeps diners returning.

                                                                                                    1,030 Reviews

                                                                                                    1. Michele VIP

                                                                                                      Philadelphia14 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 7 March 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      It took an hour to get our food. Usually service is better

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                                                                                                    2. Dana VIP

                                                                                                      Tampa34 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 25 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Excellent value & generous portions of gourmet prepared seafood! The bisque and homemade rolls were delicious as well. Wonderful, attentive server made this experience very pleasant. I’ll definitely be back!

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                                                                                                    3. Ken VIP

                                                                                                      Philadelphia32 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 21 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      My wife got the flank salad! It was excellent! I got the Cajun shrimp salad and loved it!

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                                                                                                    4. carol

                                                                                                      Philadelphia4 reviews

                                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                                      2. Food 4
                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                      Excellent server for the situation. I think they are understaffed. Excellent specials

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                                                                                                    5. Sue VIP

                                                                                                      Philadelphia27 reviews

                                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      Blue Crab Grill has consistent service and delicious food We’ve become regulars and look forward to dining there

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                                                                                                    6. Kernesha

                                                                                                      Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                      My reservation was for 8:30 pm we didn’t get seated until 9:15,we waited for someone to come over and offer us drinks which wasn’t until 9:45pm followed by bread for the table at 10pm we ordered an appetizer waiting for our entree’s and it came out completely burnt after an 30 minute wait so I sent them back.Now the entree’s came out by 11pm yes utterly ridiculous I sat that long because I worked all day and just wanted to eat I was starving only for my plate to come out looking greasy,the breading was falling off the food and the scallops looked browned as if they were burnt as well they didn’t offer no condiments for the shrimp or fish and I sent the whole meal back needless to say I ate when I got home!.

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                                                                                                    7. Tristan

                                                                                                      Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                      I booked a reservation for Valentines Day, for 7:45. My wife and I drove over an hour to try out this restaurant. Show up on time and there was like 5-6 people standing outside and around 10-15 people in the entry. All waiting to get a table for their reservations ranging from 6:30 to 7:30 all people were decently upset that they all know they wont get a table for V-day. I am excited to retry this restaurant but right now I am not interested in returning.

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                                                                                                    8. LaShanda

                                                                                                      Philadelphia8 reviews

                                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                      Valentine’s Day nightmare…almost 2 hrs, no appetizer, no entree. We only received drinks after 45 min. Left without being served.

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                                                                                                    9. James

                                                                                                      Baltimore2 reviews

                                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 15 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 2
                                                                                                      Valentine’s Day dinner disaster. It appears they recently expanded the dining area, but I don’t believe they expanded the kitchen yet, which led to them not being able to feed everybody sitting in the new dining area. after an hour and 45 minutes and only having received our burnt appetizer shrimp and crab egg rolls, and a lot of apologies from the staff for the delays in the kitchen. The server, Michael was nice and did everything in his power to keep the customers happy, but ultimately it was a lot of customers leaving before receiving their food arrived due to the extreme delays. We have enjoyed our experience at blue crab in the past, but this night was an absolute disaster. I hope they make the changes needed to win back their customers.

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                                                                                                    10. Mike

                                                                                                      Philadelphia1 review

                                                                                                      1.0

                                                                                                      Dined on 14 February 2025

                                                                                                      1. Overall 1
                                                                                                      2. Food 1
                                                                                                      3. Service 1
                                                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                                                      We’ve dined here so many times. It seems they expanded the dining area. We were not aware of that change. The lights were turned up so bright and it felt like we were in the food court at the mall. Our waitress may have been new, it took about 20 minutes before we were brought water. Our food arrived so late and it looked like it had been sitting out too long under the lights. It was inedible. This was so disappointing, our vision of date night was a cozy table by the fish tank, which is why we made a reservation. Please pass on this review to the owners.

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                                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                                    Blue Crab Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (302) 737-1100.

                                                                                                    Blue Crab Grill is rated 4.1 stars by 1030 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                                    7:00 pm
                                                                                                    Booked 13 times today
                                                                                                    Google Map for Blue Crab Grill

                                                                                                    322 Suburban Dr, Newark, DE 19711

                                                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                                      (302) 737-1100
                                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                                      Seafood, American, Cajun
                                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                                      Mon–Fri, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
                                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                                      Casual Dress
                                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                                      Public Parking
                                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                                      Dick Schmidt
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