Chris’s Seafood

Had the most incredible steamed crabs ever. We have only lived in Canton for 2 years and we were told about these fabulous crabs from our neighbors. They were heavy and seasoned great. We didn’t have to move our car and lose our spot. Delivered within 30 minutes and were very hot. They have these delicious crabs all year long so we will definitely order soon. The customer service was fantastic from the phone call to the delivery driver. Couldn’t ask for a better first experience. see you soon

Best crabs I ever had especially for the price! The Crab cakes are to die for and everything else on the menu is really good. I have heard some people complaining about the price of the crabs but compared to the surrounding businesses in the area their crabs are about $ 20 cheaper and heavier! Overall I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for nice meaty crabs or a nice sub for a reasonable price.

Crabs were huge and seasoned well. All the crabs were really heavy and red hot. Cash only but it was great having them
Delivered. Will order again in the near future.

Best crabs in baltimore hands down!!! Always hot, and perfectly seasoned, and heavy

They abuse their parking permits, which is so annoying for people who live in a 2 block radius. There are NEVER any trucks loading in their truck loading zone. How convenient! Because that frees up four parking spots for the owners and their customers. What a load of bull. How incredibly rude.

I grew up in the DC area, frequented The Wharf (Maine Avenue for the newbies) and have had my share of steamed crabs. A family friend purchased a bushel of male crabs from Chris’ for their 4^th of July celebration and I was thoroughly impressed. Heavy, perfectly seasoned.

Excellent steamed crabs at a reasonable price. Heavy and perfect seasoning. Definitely will be back.

I grew up eating crabs all summer long, but never in Baltimore. I live in the neighborhood and always spotted this place but it seemed to never be open. I inquired at work and everyone had rave reviews so I took the chance on the seeming hole in the wall and ordered a dozen jumbo crabs. They were incredibly nice and explained the size and prices to me and were willing to have them ready whenever I would show up. Well, I have to say that I’ve never had crabs in Baltimore but I don’t think I’ll be going anywhere else. The crabs were each ½ lb and super meaty and perfectly seasoned. When I arrived, they exited the kitchen, piping hot and were still hot after a 15 minute drive home. I didn’t need it but they also sell mallets and brown paper. And, FYI they only accept cash. I hope to be visiting Chris’s many more times this summer.

Great Crabs!!! Good price, good quality, great seasoning!!! It’s carry-​out only, in Canton… Grab a case of beer, stop by Chris’ and pick-​up your crabs, then head home and go to work! Would have given a 5, but their choice of sides are lacking and are only fried items. If crabs are what you want, then you can’t go wrong.

Good seafood platter. Lots of food. Crabs legs were delicious as well… Yum seafood

Great crabs! They deliver too!

Good crabs. They never seem to let me down — My mom swears by Chris’s and they are usually good. The last time I visited they were not the ‘best’ or biggest I’ve ever had from them, but they certainly weren’t the worst I’ve ever had either.
Usually their crab cakes are delish and the last time I went they were so the opposite I didn’t want to finish it (ended up going to Double T diner after to get one, which is far more consistent in flavor). But their shrimp salad sandwich is good. No problems there. I never order it (mom does) and every time I eat about half… don’t know why I won’t just order one of my own. Maybe next time :)

5 stars for whole crabs, delicious and well seasoned (and cheap, comparatively.) This will not be for all people, as you need to crack your own crab, but if you’re into it, it’s REALLY good stuff.
The sides (crab cake and I forget what sandwich) paled in comparison. 2.5 stars there.
No ambiance, it’s only take out and you get giant paper rolls to put your crabs on (it’s messy stuff.) Overall, 4 star rating from me.

Got steamed crabs and steamed shrimp for take-​out. Both were delicious. No complaints!

Baltimorean born & bred so I am a crab connoisseur (in my own mind). My price rating on high for the crabs (I have not had the sub or other food items on the menu). The establishment is not its moniker thats for sure but what the facility lacks in chic charm it makes for in Delicious crustaceans. mmmm mmmmm The crabs are take out only (they usually only sell males) are heavy, meaty, hot and yummy (much like myself) but they are pricey (again like myself) however well worth it the extra large crabs are about $ 80 or so a dozen and its down from there to $ 60, $ 50 & $ 40 for smediums. Make a day of it with some beer, butter, corn and buddies! This is a CASH ONLY business, however they do have an ATM conveniently on site. Parking is also really bad as the business is situated within a residential neighborhood, prepare to walk.

I live down the street from Chris’s but never went inside until yesterday. It just looked like a divey carryout, and I have plenty of walkable good food options near my house.
Well yesterday I was smacked in the face by the delicious smell of steamed crabs as I was walking my dog after work. I popped in and they had decent size females at $ 28 /​dozen. I picked up a half dozen and was very pleasantly surprised. The crabs were heavy, meat was so sweet, and I really liked their spice blend. I’m not used to having females, so I’m not sure if that attributed to the sweetness, but I liked it alot.
Granted, I may have been biased bc these were my 1^st crabs of the season. But either way, I’m excited to know I have decent crabs less than a block from home.

Since moving to Baltimore, I definitely can dig the crab/​oyster culture. Summer is crab season and so every gets in as much as they can. I have a roof deck, something that is so prevalent in this city. It is nice to take out some steamed crabs spread them out on some old newspapers with some cold beers in a bucket and stare at the harbor.
But back to Chris’s. Its location is great. Steamed crab take out which does not require you to either driving to a dicey neighborhood or further away to Essex. And the price is comparable to those places.
The grading system of crabs does not follow your average Baltimore restaurant. Instead of medium, large, and jumbo, they come in centimeters 38 cm, 48 cm, 58 cm, 68 cm. Not that it is much different but it behooves you to be well versed before calling in your order.
Your order comes in a large brown paper bag, fragrant of old bay and rock salt. My only concern is that the crabs are often way overcooked. Maybe it is the journey it takes in the paper bag, but takeout steamers at other locations that were further away came out better.

Chris’s seafood and pizza? Why even say you serve pizza when it is a frozen premade pizza. The absolute worst pizza i have ever had in my life. The smell of the pizza in the kitchen actually made people gag. I would be embarressed to sell something so bad. The seafood may be good but i wouldnt trust a place that sells such crappy pizza.

I’m a Unilocaler transplant — Baltimore to Austin — but I can’t ditch my Balto. roots. Thank gawd, but what was I thinking?
I lived a few blocks away from Chris’ for nearly 15 years, so they saw quite a bit of business from me. Not for the sandwiches. Not for the fried stuff. For the CRABS! If you’re a crab eater and live within a 15 mi. radius, this should be on your speed dial!
Yes, it’s a carry-​out. Wear your slippers and robe if you want, they don’t care. Secondly, they have some of the best steamed crabs I’ve ever eaten! (Sorry, but was the other reviewer sober or even in the place?)
The things I love about Chris’:
— Their spice mix! It’s just different enough, but not so much it’s a shock to your «old Bay» system.
— The people there are funny, nice, and genuine Bawlmer; and I mean that in the most complimentary way!
— You order a doz. you’re probably gonna find 13 or 14 crabs in your bag. They know that every now and then you get a dud. Be nice and don’t expect it!
— After crab season is «officially» over, Chris’ still delivers some of the best crabs around. In fact, the best ones I’ve ever eaten (sorry, Bill’s in Essex!) were bought in Oct. They still do business will local crabbers in areas not over-​fished during the regular season. Big, meaty, grandaddy crabs!
So, I can’t speak for the «other» stuff they serve, but the crabs… truly makes me regret leaving the ‘hood! I always stop by when I’m back.
Call ahead for prices, since they vary wildly during the season, and reserve your crabs early in the day. They’ll have them steaming hot for you when you pick them up!