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Blue Crab Grill
The Blue Crab offers creative cuisine in a casual setting. We feature many fresh specials daily, always changing to capture the best of the market. Chesapeake Bay crabs are available in season. A full bar, highlighting local craft beers & wines compliment our unique food preparations. Close to the University of Delaware campus with ample parking, let us be your dinning destination when you visit Newark. Our professional & friendly staff is at your service.
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41 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 41 reviews
5 stars
(12)
4 stars
(21)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(20)
- fit for foodies(13)
- special occasion(11)
- great for lunch(7)
- great for brunch(6)
- kid-friendly(6)
Blue Crab Grill Reviews List
Review 1 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Do NOT go
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Where to begin ? Appetizers were ok .. oysters and crab / artichoke dip . BAD meal , I had the rainbow trout .. dry , overcooked , too much "herb-crusted". Stuffed with spinach and canned mushrooms , spilling of oil . The vegetables were CANNED !!!!!!!!!!! The mashed potatoes were cold and horrible. Key lime pie was the worst , large layer of curd on top and really bad pie filling .. soggy crust . My dinner mates had similar problems .. the worst being UNDER cooked baked potatoes ... oy .. do not go !!!!!!!!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
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Review 2 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Just right
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We love this place! the Crab Bisque is my favorite, but all the selctions we have had over the years have been wonderful. the only reason they got 4 instead of 5 stars on the service is because this last time we were there they forgot to bring my husband his coffee with dessert. Roger is our favorite of the waitstaff because he is always professional and knowledgable about the menu (the specials change often enough to be interesting). the salads are enough for an entire meal, are delicious and look fab. The atmosphere is really great- Romanick Pottery from Main street in Newark, DE, did the ocean animal themed sculptures on the wall and they give this classy little grill just the right amount of whimsy-"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"food was fantastic. the 1/2 price appetizers were a wonderful surprise (Mon-Fri 4-6 pm). don't judge a book by it's cover with this restaurant being located in a strip mall, once you go into the restaurant it has a warm and upbeat atmosphere. the service is great too!"
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Everyone enjoyed their entree
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everyone enjoyed their entree and it's consistently good every time we go. Roger is the best waiter... personable, attentive to children as well as adults!
Altho they really need to know how to make a good Irish Coffee using real whipped cream.
A"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 5 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
They don't skimp
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place does not skimp on the seafood. Every seafood dish is chock full if shrimp, clams, mussels, etc. everything is fresh and good. I also went here on New Year's Eve once and had a great meal.. It's a seafood place so it's priced at mid 20s for most dishes but you can always find a beef, chicken or pork dish for less and for those who don't like fish. But I haven't tried anything that isn't fish or seafood."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The onion soup was outstanding.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The onion soup was outstanding. The lemon cake was the best I've ever had. The shrimp/crab cocktail was disappointing. Too few crab shards as opposed to what I am accustomed to as lump crab.
Service was excellent and timely. I would eat there again."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 7 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I loved the Scallop, Bacon
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I loved the Scallop, Bacon ad sun-dried tomato quiche, it was so yummy."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a very nice experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a very nice experience at the Blur crab Grill. The service and good were very good."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Recommended to us. We were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Recommended to us.
We were very pleased with food.
Would recommend to someone else."
We were very pleased with food.
Would recommend to someone else."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 10 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Don't let the strip mall location
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Don't let the strip mall location deter you....this is an excellent establishment! Great food and excellent service. Our family will be going back!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2006
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Review 11 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Costly
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Taken back by the sub. Charges not told food was quite pricey every thing we ordered was an extra bill for four of us no liqueur no coffee just water was 110.00 dollars plus tip of 20.00 dollars had no steak only fish and one order is coconut shrimp 21.00 dollars, quite expensive for what we ordered. Will not go back in the near future"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2010
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Review 12 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time dinning at the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"First time dinning at the Blue Crab Grill....better than expected. Will go back!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2012
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Review 13 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Go here often. Always good
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Go here often. Always good food and good service."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 14 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had the Valentine's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had the Valentine's Day Seafood Lovers special...worth the price...there was so much food, I had to take some of mine home."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 15 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very poor service and band
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very poor service and band was very loud. Food was fantastic!"
Dined on 01/27/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Blue Crab Grill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Local Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Recommended while on a short stay in the area by a local bed & breakfast. Quite surprised when arriving as the restaurant is located in a strip mall. Happy to have taken the recommendation! Food & service was excellent, atmosphere & friendliness of the staff & local patrons a plus."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Blue Crab Grill
Based on the average of (25) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate