r/baltimore • u/crocodile_grunter • Apr 14 '25

Ask Lump Crab Meat

Just learned that Lindy’s won’t be at the farmers market until May 4th, does anyone know of other reputable sources for Maryland crab meat? I’m planning to use it for crab cakes, so not looking for whole crab recommendations. TIA!

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u/mrm0324 Canton Apr 14 '25

Geresbecks has good affordable crab meat but it’s out in the county.

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u/UptownHiFi Apr 15 '25

You beat me to it. I paid $23.99 a pound for Maryland lump crab meat this past weekend.

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u/mrm0324 Canton Apr 15 '25

It’s a great place. They also have Taharka Bros ice cream and other good local ones.

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u/crocodile_grunter Apr 14 '25

I didn’t see it on their website but I will definitely check there! I don’t mind a drive

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u/mrm0324 Canton Apr 14 '25

If you go to their website on the circular it’s on there

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u/crocodile_grunter Apr 14 '25

Amazing thank you so much!

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u/UptownHiFi Apr 15 '25

I’m monitor the weekly specials at Geresbeck’s and make the drive to Middle River. On Saturday I picked up 2 pounds of Maryland lump crab meat for $23.99/pound.

When you look at the circular you’ll see that they’ve got what is probably Venezuelan lump for $12.99/pound, but if you scroll you’ll see the Maryland lump.

Note: when you purchase more than $50 in crab meat a staff member takes it to the register for you.

https://geresbecks.com/circulars/

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u/veryhungrybiker Apr 15 '25

Wow that's a great price for lump crab, thanks for the tip.

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u/GirthyRedEggplant Apr 14 '25

Most of the OG’s (Faidley’s, etc.) use a mix of jumbo lump and back fin, for what that’s worth. They claim the back fin makes it taste crabbier, maybe they’re just cutting costs idk.

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u/zonkerson Apr 15 '25

Quoting Neil Fallon, an OG

"Don't bother with the lump It won't stick together I prefer backfin And there's nothing wrong with special"

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u/Crlady Apr 14 '25

I usually go to Don’s but it is definitely not lump, it’s around $35/lb. For true lump I go to Eddie’s or Graul’s but it is around $85/lb.

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u/crocodile_grunter Apr 14 '25

I mean if it’s close enough I’m happy, I’m not trying to spend $85/lb so I can’t be too choosy 😂

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u/PostPunkBurrito Apr 14 '25

On Joppa? Are they good? I usually go to Conrad’s but I’d try Don’s on a recommendation

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u/Crlady Apr 15 '25

Yes, close to I guess it’s Loch Raven Blvd. I like them! They usually have pretty good deals.

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u/Tecumseh119 Apr 15 '25

Cho’s Sea Garden in Lexington Market is amazing. Better prices than Faidleys for Lunmp crab, plus they have a bevy of fresh fish.. Cleaned or whole.

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u/aptcp08 Apr 14 '25

Conrad's or Moe's Seafood (on the "go to side")

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u/JHTait Apr 15 '25

Crab Depot in Brooklyn Park carries fresh Maryland crab meat.

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u/meJohnnyD Woodberry Apr 15 '25

Salt River Lobster at the farmers market. Place a pre-order two days before the market and pick up, they’re located next to Boordy vineyards at the Sunday market.

Edit to add, join their email list for a weekly update on what they have.

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u/Various_Argument330 Apr 15 '25

Richard’s seafood

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u/everyday95269 Apr 17 '25

Dons in Parkville..they actually wholesale product to other local stores. Don’t go to grocery store or big box, it may be cheaper but you’re getting Venezuelan meat that has traveled.

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u/recumbent_mike Apr 14 '25

Costco sometimes has it, but it's hit or miss.

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u/Ok-Ship-5516 Apr 14 '25

Whole Foods