What it is
Maryland crab soup is a spicy tomato-based vegetable soup with crab meat and Old Bay. Cream of crab is rich, creamy and full of lump crab, often finished with a splash of sherry.
How to eat it
- Can’t decide? Many places sell a "half and half": both soups in one bowl.
- Cream of crab is filling; a cup is plenty.
The story
Both soups are on menus at crab houses and seafood restaurants across the state.
Local tip: Order the half and half.
Where to try it
Checked as operating in October 2026.
Tips from travellers
Eaten at Maryland crab soup and cream of crab recently? Share what to order. The first good one goes right here.