Crab dip is one of those dishes that fits each occasion.
A few dishes come and go with each season. Others never go out of style, and at Costas Inn, one appetizer has earned a permanent spot on the table no matter the time of year: crab dip. Creamy, warm, and packed with our special crab flavor, crab dip is one of those dishes that fits each occasion, whether you are enjoying a cozy winter dinner, a spring gathering with friends, or a summer seafood festival. This is why it’s a favorite for locals and visitors alike. Read on to learn more!
A Maryland Classic That Never Gets Old
In Maryland, crab dishes are more than just menu items; they are part of the culture. Crab dip has become a real appetizer throughout the region because it highlights what people love the most about local seafood: fresh crab meat and bold, savory flavors. At Costas Inn, crab dip embodies that tradition. Comforting, rich, and loaded with flavor, it is the perfect way to start off any seafood meal.
Ideal for Any Season
One of the best things about crab dip is its versatility. No matter the time of year, it always fits the mood.
In the winter, it’s warm and comforting—the kind of appetizer that pairs perfectly with a cozy night out and a hot bowl of crab soup.
In the spring, it’s a great starter for gatherings and celebrations as people start getting out more and enjoying fresh seafood again.
In the summer, crab dip fits right in with Maryland seafood season, sharing the spotlight with steamed crabs, shrimp, and crab cakes.
In the fall, it becomes the ultimate shareable appetizer for game days, group dinners, and casual nights with friends.
Few dishes work as well across all four seasons.
Made for Sharing
Crab dip is also one of the most social dishes on the menu. Served warm with crackers or bread, it naturally becomes the centerpiece of the table. Friends gather around it, families pass it around before the main course, and before long, it disappears quicker than anyone expects. It’s the type of appetizer that brings people together!
COSTAS INN IS YOUR SEAFOOD DESTINATION FOR THE BEST CRABS IN BALTIMORE!
Costas Inn has been an area icon, slinging the best crabs in Baltimore since 1971. So here’s to 50 years, and cheers to 50 more!
You may recognize our restaurant recently featured on the Food Network with Michael Symon on Burgers, Brew, and ‘Que! We were also voted the 2015 #1 Baltimore Seafood Restaurant by USA Today and #1 Crab Restaurant 2014 in the Baltimore Business Journal. You may have also spotted Costas Inn during one of our nine appearances on the Today Show or heard one of our many interviews on WJZ TV Channel 13 with Ron Matz and Marty Bass.
You can enjoy our famous crab cakes in-house or order them online for any time eating. We also provide some of the best seafood catering in the Baltimore area! Of course, you can get your fill from Costas even when you’re not in our dining room: follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and YouTube!
