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Seafood restaurant in Somers Point, New Jersey
What should I order at The Crab Trap?
What to order
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Admirals Saute
Recommended for its fresh, well-cooked seafood and flavorful garlic butter sauce; multiple reviews praised the shrimp, scallops, and crabmeat as a standout dish.
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Jersey Scallops
Called the best by reviewers, with praise for being cooked to tender perfection and bathing in butter.
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French Onion Soup
Mentioned as a favorite for its rich flavor and especially good melted cheese topping.
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Devilled Crab Cakes
Highlighted as 'just perfection,' making them one of the most enthusiastically praised items in the reviews.
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Clams Casino
Described as amazing, showing up as a memorable seafood appetizer that reviewers strongly enjoyed.
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Lobster Tail
Praised for being tender and part of a meal where the seafood was cooked and seasoned very well.
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Crusted Halibut
Recommended for its flaky, tender texture and nicely crisp exterior, with reviewers noting it was cooked extremely well.
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Fried Seafood Combo
Mentioned as being fried to perfection, making it a solid choice for diners wanting a fried seafood option.
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Banana Cream Pie
A server-recommended dessert that one review said was 'not to be missed,' making it a notable sweet finish.
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Alaskan King Crab Legs
Specifically called out as exactly what the diners were craving, suggesting strong satisfaction with the freshness and quality.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9:30 PM |
About The Crab Trap
Easygoing standby featuring a seafood-focused menu plus an outdoor bar & deck with harbor views.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Healthy options
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked
What is The Crab Trap known for?
The Crab Trap is best known for its crab cakes, especially the deviled crab cakes, along with crab bisque and crab imperial. Reviewers also repeatedly call out fresh seafood, including scallops, lobster tail, halibut, and the Admirals Saute.
What dishes are most recommended at The Crab Trap?
The most recommended items include crab cakes, crab bisque, the 1-1-1 soup with crab bisque, Maryland crab soup, and clam chowder, and the Admirals Saute with shrimp, scallops, and crabmeat. Other frequently praised dishes are Jersey scallops, halibut, tuna tacos, twin lobster tails, and banana cream pie.
What is the atmosphere like at The Crab Trap?
The Crab Trap has a casual, cozy, and lively feel, and reviewers mention a beach-restaurant atmosphere with a bar area and live music. It works well for groups and family dinners, though some reviews note the dining room can get noisy when the restaurant is packed.
Is The Crab Trap good value?
Yes, many reviewers say the portions are large and the seafood quality makes the $20 to $30 price range feel worth it. Several comments note that entrees often come with salad plus vegetable and starch sides, so diners leave full.
How long is the wait at The Crab Trap?
A wait is common, especially in summer, and reviewers mention waiting about an hour at busy times. Even so, people say seating can be quick on less busy visits and that the food and service are worth arriving early for.
Is parking available at The Crab Trap?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking is available.
Is The Crab Trap kid-friendly?
Yes, The Crab Trap is good for kids.
