Help - softshell crab sandwich

[DS422]

Since moving to Virginia 5 years ago, I have yet to get a good softshell crab sandwich. Now I don't want a sandwich with two puny crabs, I want one nice size meaty crab (fresh). There is a nice place in Jersey called the Circus Drive-In ( on route 34 or 35) that served the best softshell sandwich I have ever had. Haven't found a place even close to this down here yet.

Please help!!!!!!!

[Dixie719]

Tried Croakers on Shore Drive yet???

[DS422]

No haven't tried that place yet.

[Rockstar]

I am a softshell fanatic... and I can tell you, if you want a good softshell make a trip to the eastern shore late spring. I usually buy them when we stay at Cherrystone campground.... that little restuarant sells the meal for the market price of the crab, and they're always huge and fresh.

Locally i'd suggest Sullivans Wharf @ Rosemont Rd. and Virginia Beach Blvd... try there crab cakes too, jumbo lump everytime. (a little on the pricey side) or Harpoon Larrys... just make sure you get them in season..

[DS422]

Thanks for the reply Rockstar.

I went to Harpoon Larry's once and will NEVER return. It was awful!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'll have to give sullivan's wharf a try.