LP Steamers

LP Steamers in Baltimore's Locust Point neighbourhood is one of the city's most beloved crab houses, housed in a converted rowhouse at the corner of Fort Avenue steps from the Baltimore waterfront. The restaurant built its reputation on Maryland blue crabs steamed to order with a generous application of Old Bay seasoning—the spice blend synonymous with Chesapeake cuisine. Blue crabs arrive at market price, typically ranging from $60 to $80 per dozen in peak season, and are served mallet-and-knife style on brown paper-covered tables in the no-frills tradition of a true Maryland crab house. Crab dip, steamed shrimp, and cold beer round out the menu. The atmosphere is deliberately casual: communal seating, the crack of shells, and the smell of Old Bay define the room. LP Steamers operates without reservations, embracing the come-as-you-are ethos of Chesapeake crab culture. Diners who arrive on weekday afternoons often walk straight in, while weekend evenings from May through September can generate waits of 45 minutes or more as crab season reaches its peak. The Locust Point location draws a devoted mix of locals and visitors seeking the authentic Maryland crab feast experience. All-you-can-eat crab options are available on select evenings, making LP Steamers one of the better-value crab destinations on the Baltimore waterfront.