L.P. Steamers
7.6Friend Score / 10#4 of 20 Restaurants in Baltimore
Known forSteamed blue crabsMaryland crab cakesCrab dipMaryland crab soup
The classic no-frills Baltimore crab house — brown paper on the tables, mallets, Old Bay everywhere, and a rooftop deck with harbor views in Locust Point. If you want the full steamed-crab-feast ritual without driving to the county, this is where locals send you. Caveat: steamed crabs are market-priced and a proper feast isn't cheap.
Key facts
| Hours | Daily 11:00–21:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Charm City Circulator Banner route along Fort Ave (free); otherwise drive or rideshare |
| Time needed | 2-3 hours for a crab feast |
| Best time to go | Late summer through fall for the best heavy crabs; weekday evenings or arrive before 6pm weekends |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.6/10- Value7.0
- iconic7.0
- Freshness9.2
- Crowd level6.0
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility5.5
Frequently asked questions
- What are L.P. Steamers' hours?
- Open daily, 11am to 9pm. Crab availability can run out on busy summer weekends, so earlier is safer.
- How do I get to L.P. Steamers without a car?
- The free Circulator Banner route runs along Fort Avenue through Locust Point; otherwise it's a short rideshare from downtown or Federal Hill. Street parking nearby is usually doable.
- What if I don't want to pick crabs?
- The crab cake is very good, and the menu covers steamed shrimp, fish, and standard crab-house sides. But honestly, the whole-crab ritual is the reason to come here.
- Is L.P. Steamers kid-friendly?
- Very — it's loud, messy, and casual, which is exactly what crab-picking with kids requires. Paper-covered tables mean nobody cares about the carnage.
- Does L.P. Steamers have outdoor seating?
- Yes — the rooftop deck is the best seat in the house, with views toward the harbor and Fort McHenry. It's first-come, so arrive early on nice evenings.
- When is crab season in Maryland?
- Local blue crabs run roughly April through November, with the heaviest, best-value crabs late summer into fall. Crabs served in winter are usually from farther south — still fine, just know what you're getting.
- How do you eat steamed crabs? I've never picked one.
- The staff are used to first-timers — ask and someone will show you the basics (pop the apron, lift the shell, get to the backfin). Budget two hours; picking crabs is the evening's entertainment, not a fast meal.
- How much do steamed crabs cost at L.P. Steamers?
- Crabs are market-priced by size and season — expect a dozen large to run well into three figures in peak season, like everywhere in Maryland now. Call ahead for the day's price; it's normal to ask.
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