Summary: Crab lovers' paradise with endless feasts.
Captain Pell's Fairfax Crabhouse has been a beloved spot since 1977, known for its all-you-can-eat crab feasts and a variety of other seafood delights. On weekends, crowds flock to indulge in the sweet, tender crabs, often facing a competitive parking situation but rewarded with a bustling atmosphere and a bounty of Chesapeake Bay blue crabs. The energetic waitstaff weave through the tables, ensuring everyone's crab cravings are satisfied, while those looking for something different can turn to a menu featuring starters like hush puppies and fried oysters, or main dishes such as crab cake sandwiches and baskets of fried shrimp.