The Crab Hut is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

1. The Crab Hut

8.2
1007 5th Ave Apt 101 (at Broadway), San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Central San Diego · 57 tips and reviews

Jennifer J.Jennifer Juckett: Get the Maryland Blue Crabs. Best in SD! And the seafood soup!

Juan Manuel S.Juan Manuel Serruya: Maryland blue crab, INSANE!!

Pablo H.Pablo Hernández: Excelent Cajun Crab in Hot sauce. Best ever!!!

North Italia is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

2. North Italia

8.9
7055 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA
Italian Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Roger W.Roger Wong: They have a tasty brunch menu. Try the Pollo Fritto, which is their take on a country fried steak (but with chicken).

Sean M.Sean Miller: Chicken Parmesan is amazing!

glykaglyka: The sangría is AWESOME💕

Water Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

3. Water Grill

8.5
615 J St (Sixth Street), San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · East Village · 20 tips and reviews

Dani K.Dani Kremer: Best steak on earth. NY Strip. Good with fries. Magic!

Donna F.Donna F: Fresh oysters!

IvanIvan: Oysters, seabass, bread, craft beers...

Luce Bar & Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

4. Luce Bar & Kitchen

8.6
1959 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA
New American Restaurant · Bay Park · 23 tips and reviews

Melissa L.Melissa Losasso: Great food, perfect portions for sharing. Lemon cake is fantastic!

Les K.Les Kollegian: I double dog dare you to get the mussels and carnitas tacos and not say "holy sh*tballs!!!" Seriously awesome.

KyKy: Escargots on pizza??? Delicious!

Fairmont Grand Del Mar is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

5. Fairmont Grand Del Mar

9.3
5300 Grand del Mar Ct (at Carmel Country Rd), San Diego, CA
Resort · Carmel Valley · 38 tips and reviews

Paul S.Paul Smith: Beautiful 5 star hotel... Restaurants are awesome. Gorgeous grounds.

Visit San DiegoVisit San Diego: Recently The Grand Del Mar opened an adults-only hangout - Club M. Be sure to check it out. It's part restaurant, part nightclub and part sports lounge.

TripAdvisorTripAdvisor: The Grand Del Mar was named #2 hotel in the United States in TripAdvisor's 2012 Travelers' Choice Hotels awards.  See TripAdvisor user reviews at Read more.

Inn at the Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

6. Inn at the Park

8.3
525 Spruce St (5th Ave), San Diego, CA
Hotel · Park West · 28 tips and reviews

Grant B.Grant Barrett: Big rooms, friendly staff. Extraordinary Desserts, two blocks away, is amazing.

Nathan S.Nathan Say: Friday Night, Inn at the Park is the place to be!

Shell VacationsShell Vacations: They feature great live entertainment

Carnivore Sandwich is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

7. Carnivore Sandwich

7.8
670 W B St (at Kettner Blvd), San Diego, CA
Sandwich Spot · Central San Diego · 2 tips and reviews

Ben Z.Ben Z 🍣 🍺: Carnivore has replaced Nosh Deli in Little Italy with a nearly identical menu at the same location. Their sandwiches are extremely large - a half is plenty for lunch for most people.

Peter N.Peter N: The pastrami and cheesesteak sandwiches are really tasty, but not worth the 40 minute wait. May not be the best place to go if you’re in a rush

Iris Food & Spirits is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

8. Iris Food & Spirits

7.9
2334 Carmel Valley Rd, Del Mar, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 9 tips and reviews

Caitlin U.Caitlin Underdahl: Hidden gem! Their pulled pork tostadas are amazing!!! Perfect happy hour spot

Gary W.Gary Ware: $40 Resturant Week Menu.

Leif E. P.Leif E. Pedersen: I love this little gem. Always worth a visit. The salats are probably my favorites.

Brigantine Point Loma is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

9. Brigantine Point Loma

8.6
2725 Shelter Island Dr (at Shafter St), San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · La Playa · 30 tips and reviews

Matt R.Matt Rosenberg: Their grilled fish tacos are incredible! Enjoy them with a bottle of wine.

Lili P.Lili Perry: Oyster shooters... yum

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Lotus Thai Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

10. Lotus Thai Cuisine

8.6
3761 6th Ave (btwn Robinson & Evans Pl), San Diego, CA
Thai Restaurant · Hillcrest · 29 tips and reviews

Gustavo S.Gustavo Silva: The woks are delicious are priced really well. The eggplant with beef and extra vegetables is divine.

MattersOfGrey.comMattersOfGrey.com: Everything here is great. Best Thai in San Diego!

MarvinMarvin: Take advantage of their great lunch specials. Quick, delicious, and inexpensive.

North Italia is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

11. North Italia

8.0
3715 Caminito Ct, San Diego, CA
Italian Restaurant · Carmel Valley · 6 tips and reviews

Phil O.Phil Ohme: Amazing food, especially the all-beef meatballs and fresh-made pasta.

Ruslan F.Ruslan Fazlyev: Squid pasta is amazing, mussels are great, so is tomato/burrata bruschetta. Tried the calamari, would not recommend them. Great place overall

Juan L.Juan Lalinde: Amazing service! Super helpful with kids and the food is super tasty! I had the bolognese and it was scrumptious

Dobson's Bar & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

12. Dobson's Bar & Restaurant

7.8
965 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Horton Plaza · 15 tips and reviews

Susan K.Susan King: Bisque is thin but rich & yummy; Spare ribs are awesome! Pork chops were huge serving; crime bulee & cobbler were both fabulous

Kate M.Kate McCormley: If you're watching your carbs, ask for something "Pablo Style". My turkey burger was to die for!! (Yes I got fries. Don't judge me) :)

Kate M.Kate McCormley: Great place to stop for a power lunch. Service and food are excellent, and there are free newspapers for your reading pleasure. Love Dobsons!

Fig Tree Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

13. Fig Tree Cafe

8.8
5119 Cass St (btwn Sapphire & Tourmaline St), San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · Pacific Beach · 53 tips and reviews

Tristan C.Tristan Cordier: Smoked Salmon Omlette with lemon caper creme fraiche. SO GOOD. Read more.

JeffJeff: First time? Order up some french toast and a cup of coffee.

Nicole S.Nicole Shook: Get a table on the back patio. The fountain, flowers, butterflies, and birds make it a magical dinning experience!

The Marine Room is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

14. The Marine Room

8.8
2000 Spindrift Drive, La Jolla, CA
French Restaurant · 43 tips and reviews

EverydayOperaEverydayOpera: Beautiful...Chef's are THE BEST...waves lap up to the windows...best servers...the food is so amazing! So elegant, yet casual....they are never snobby! It's a warm friendly, lovely place!

Anthony M.Anthony Morgan: Try the Elk..it is Delicias!

Elaine C.Elaine Courtney: Great sweeping view of the ocean, good food, lovely atmosphere, it's one of the most romantic restaurants around. Definitely bring your significant other.

Top of the Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Blue Crabs in San Diego.

15. Top of the Market

8.2
750 N Harbor Dr (at W Broadway), San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Marina · 35 tips and reviews

Arelii M.Arelii Muñoz: I love the little private deck ... Great for a big group, food and wins its excellent

KathrynKathryn: Eat Lunch outside

Diego B.Diego Bouquet 💥👤: Seared Fijian Yellowfin Tuna, one of the best!! 👌