11 Maryland All-You-Can-Eat Buffets Where Crab Legs Steal The Entire Show
Maryland knows crabs. We live for the crack of shells, the sweet meat hidden inside, and the salty mess that comes with every feast. But sometimes you don’t want to order just one pound or wait for a seasonal special.
Sometimes you want endless trays of snow-crab legs, no limits, no shame, just butter and bibs and a table full of empty shells.
That’s where these all-you-can-eat buffets come in, turning crab legs into the main event and giving you permission to pile your plate as high as you dare.
1. The Bonfire Restaurant (Ocean City)
Steam rises like sea fog from the prime rib and seafood buffet, and the line always bottlenecks at the snow-crab station. Bonfire runs a full buffet with an all-you-can-eat snow-crab option or per-pound add-on, depending on the day.
Families come for carving stations, then camp at the crab trays. Plates get heavy fast, and nobody minds the wait when fresh legs appear.
The dining room hums with vacation energy, and you can smell Old Bay from the parking lot.
2. Crabcake Factory West (West OC)
Locals swap beach chairs for bibs here, because all-you-can-eat snow crab legs run daily alongside crowd-pleaser seafood deals. You crack claws, servers hustle more, and the afternoon slips by butter-slicked and happy.
I once watched a kid stack seven empty crab shells like a tower, and his dad just nodded in approval. That’s the vibe here.
The portions are generous, the mood is relaxed, and the napkin supply is endless. It’s the kind of place you visit once and bookmark forever.
3. Assateague Crab House (Berlin/West OC)
On Mondays, the dining room turns into a crab-leg marathon with all-you-can-eat snow crab legs and homestyle sides that feel like a church supper by the bay. Simple, loud, salty, joyful.
The tables are close together, so you end up sharing tips on cracking technique with strangers. It’s community dining at its finest.
Sides like corn and coleslaw balance the richness, but let’s be honest, you’re here for the legs. And they keep coming.
4. Waterman’s Seafood Co. (West OC)
A shore classic where the Snow Crab Feast, big clusters plus unlimited fried chicken and hush puppies, steals the spotlight, while seasonal all-you-can-eat crab feasts run midday. The vibe is equal parts market, family table, and vacation tradition.
You can smell the fryer from the door, and the crab trays are restocked faster than you can finish a round. It’s organized chaos in the best way.
Regulars know to arrive early, stake a spot, and settle in for the long haul.
5. Higgins Crab House (Ocean City; two locations)
Paper-covered tables, mallets thumping, and a steady stream of snow-crab clusters joining the famed all-you-can-eat blue-crab feasts. It’s summer at full volume, even when the wind is off the water.
I brought my cousin here last June, and she ate so many legs she had to nap in the car afterward. No regrets, just respect.
Both locations keep the energy high and the crab supply steady. You’ll leave smelling like the bay and grinning like a local.
6. Royal Buffet (Reisterstown)
A sprawling all-you-can-eat buffet where management regularly promotes all-you-can-eat snow crab legs days. Think steam tables, sushi, hibachi, oysters, and a separate crush of guests waiting on fresh pans of legs.
Holiday reels and promos prove the draw, and the crowd shows up ready to compete. You’ll see families, date nights, and solo diners all circling the crab station like hawks.
The variety is wild, but everyone knows what they came for. Spoiler alert: it’s the crab legs.
7. Aurora Seafood & Grill Buffet (Baltimore/Rossville Blvd)
Brand-new in 2025, this all-you-can-eat seafood buffet leads with oysters, sashimi, and snow crab legs. Bright lights, loaded ice beds, and the clatter of shells say enough.
The space feels modern and clean, and the seafood selection rivals spots twice its age. Servers move fast, and the trays stay full even during peak hours.
It’s already earning buzz as the new go-to for seafood lovers who want variety and volume in one trip.
8. Hibachi Sushi Supreme Buffet (Gaithersburg)
An old-school all-you-can-eat buffet made current by nonstop trays of snow-crab legs during dinner rushes, confirmed by active posts and diner reports. You’ll see folks timing fresh pans like surfers catching sets.
I once sat near a guy who stacked three plates of legs before touching the sushi. The staff didn’t blink. That’s the kind of place this is.
Hibachi, sushi, and crab legs under one roof means something for everyone, but the legs always win the popularity contest.
9. Liberty Road Seafood & Steak (Frederick County)
Country-casual and all-you-can-eat-minded, with specials that explicitly include all-you-can-eat snow crab legs alongside shrimp and sides. It feels like a community crab feast that decided to open daily.
The decor is simple, the service is warm, and the portions are unapologetically large. You’ll see regulars greeting staff by name and newcomers leaving with plans to return.
It’s the kind of spot where everyone leaves full, happy, and already planning their next visit.
10. May’s Seafood Restaurant (Frederick)
A roadside staple advertising all-you-can-eat seafood and steady crab-leg deals. Thursdays often bring half-price legs by the pound. Big platters, bigger smiles, piles of napkins.
The parking lot fills up fast on deal nights, and the staff works at full speed to keep up. You can feel the energy the moment you walk in.
It’s unpretentious, reliable, and built for people who want good seafood without the fuss. Bring an appetite and a sense of humor.
11. Captain John’s Crab House (Newburg, Southern MD)
Riverside and raucous when specials hit, all-you-can-eat nights with mixes that have included snow crab legs in the lineup. There’s even a mid-week seafood buffet posted on their board.
You’ll leave with Old Bay on your sleeves and stories for the ride home. The waterfront setting adds to the experience, and the crowd is always in good spirits.
It’s the kind of place where you lose track of time, and nobody minds. Just keep cracking shells and enjoying the view.