Maryland Blue Crab & Seafood Dinner for Two
- Authentic Maryland blue crabs
- Handmade jumbo lump
- Dinner for two
The Dinner for Two is one of our most popular items: hard shells, crab cakes, shrimp and dessert make an outstanding seafood meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, it is sure to show your special someone how much they mean to you.
Includes:
- 1 dozen steamed hard shell crabs
- 2 Harbour House crab cakes
- ½ lb steamed jumbo shrimp
- 4 espresso bean brownies
- 2 crab mallets
Overnight (next-day) delivery available
2-day shipping with dry ice available
Steamed fresh to order on ship day
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- National1 and 2 days in transit
- Hawaii and Alaska1 day in transit
Tuesday–Saturday Delivery • Nationwide Shipping • Overnight Arrival Available
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Packed for Freshness
Maryland crabs steamed fresh to order and never frozen. Perishable crab and seafood orders are carefully packed in insulated coolers with plenty of ice or cold packs to maintain freshness throughout transit.
Choose Your Delivery Date
Select your preferred delivery date when ordering. For parties and special occasions, we recommend scheduling delivery one day early in case of unexpected carrier delays.
Shipping Information
Order by 5:00 PM EST for next-day delivery eligibility. Carrier delays due to weather, high package volumes or other unforeseen circumstances may occur. Arrival dates are estimates, and deliveries within one day of the estimated arrival date are considered on time.
Did you know
Did you know
Why the Pieces Are So Large
Jumbo lump crab meat comes from the two large muscles that power a crab’s swimming fins. Because each crab has only two of these muscles, jumbo lump is especially prized.
Careful picking keeps these swimmer-fin muscles intact, producing the impressive whole pieces associated with jumbo lump. Their mild, sweet flavor makes them a centerpiece in premium Maryland crab cakes.
Preparation
Preparation
Jumbo lump crab cakes: broil
- Thaw the crab cakes and place them on a broiler pan or baking sheet.
- Broil for approximately 12 to 14 minutes, until golden brown and crisp on top.
Bake
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and place the thawed crab cakes on a baking sheet.
- Top each crab cake with a pad of butter or drizzle with melted butter.
- Bake for approximately 7 to 8 minutes, then broil for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown.
Sauté
- Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Add the thawed crab cakes and sauté for approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Transfer to paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Raw shrimp: steaming
- Add 2 in of water to the bottom of a pot and bring it to a boil.
- Place a steaming basket in the pot and add the raw shrimp, keeping them out of the water.
- Sprinkle with Harbour House Crabs seafood seasoning and cover with a lid.
- Steam for approximately 4 to 5 minutes after steam begins escaping from under the lid. The shrimp are done when they turn from grey to pink.
- Serve with cocktail sauce. Steam times may vary.
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What Makes It Special
A Feast in One Box
Seafood and extras arrive together, portioned and ready to serve.
Table Gear Included
Crab paper, mallets or glassware ride along in the same box.
Steamed to Order
Cooked fresh the day your order ships, never held and reheated.
Cold-Packed Freshness
Insulated coolers with gel packs or dry ice keep everything cold in transit.
The Seafood Dinner for Two Our Customers Keep Gifting
Look through the reviews on this dinner (it holds a 4.9-star average across nearly ninety of them) and a pattern emerges: a striking number were bought for someone else. Birthdays, anniversaries, New Year tables. It travels well as a gesture because it covers every course of a serious seafood evening: a dozen steamed hard shell crabs, two Harbour House crab cakes, ½ lb of steamed jumbo shrimp and four espresso bean brownies, with a pair of mallets for the cracking.
Pacing a three-course crab night
Start with the shrimp: already steamed, they need only a chill and a bowl of cocktail sauce while the crabs hit the table. The dozen hard shells are the long middle of the night, the stretch where conversation happens between claw cracks and nobody checks a phone with seasoned fingers. Warm the crab cakes as the picking winds down, and hold the brownies back until the shells are cleared; espresso and chocolate land differently after an hour of salty work.
More dinner than two dinners
More than one reviewer admits this dinner for two stretched further; one family reported getting three meals out of a single box. If your version of date night includes leftovers for tomorrow's lunch, that is a feature. And when the occasion grows into a party, the 30 blue crab feast with paper and mallets feeds the whole guest list, with our guide to hosting a seafood gathering worth remembering handling the logistics.
The crabs are steamed fresh to order and everything ships together in one cold-packed cooler. Some meals mark occasions; this one has a habit of becoming the occasion itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you eat Maryland Blue Crabs?
Ask a Marylander how to eat crabs and you are sure to get a variety of answers. Step-by-step instructions are included with every crab order, and our how-to guide and videos walk you through cracking and picking like a pro.
How do I prepare your crabs and seafood?
Every order ships with preparation instructions, and our food prep guide, recipes and how-to videos cover steaming, re-steaming and cooking all of our crabs and seafood.
Do the shrimp come seasoned?
When ordering shrimp separately, you have the choice of raw or steamed & seasoned. Shrimp included in Dinner for Two and other crab and seafood combos come pre-steamed and seasoned.
How many crabs should I order for my crab feast?
Depending on appetite and what else is being served, plan for 6–8 crabs per person on average, and more for heavy eaters.
How are the orders packed for shipment?
Every order is sealed inside an insulated styrofoam cooler and placed in a sturdy box for extra protection. Depending on the products, destination, transit time and season, we use ice packs and/or dry ice, and we pack orders to withstand potential shipping delays.
Why Choose Harbour House Crabs?
Over 26 Years of Experience
We’ve been shipping crabs nationwide for decades — we know how to ensure they arrive fresh and flavorful.
Freshness Guarantee
Our crabs are packed with care and shipped quickly to maintain their quality.
Options for Everyone
Five male grades from #2 jimmy to heavyweight, plus female crabs. Mix and match across an order.
Nationwide Delivery
We’re located near a major shipping hub, which means you get your crabs fast — even for last-minute celebrations.
