Restaurants in Maryland's Eastern Shore

The Ultimate Crab Cake, Eastern Shore Style

Finding a good crab cake on the Eastern Shore is easy, especially in warm months when crabs are in season. Even making a list can start an argument, as everybody has his or her favorite spot. Below are two good bets -- just to get the discussion started.

Ruke's Seafood Deck, Main Street, Ewell, Smith Island (tel. 410/425-2311): You've got to get on a boat and go to Smith Island to get these old-fashioned, deep-fried gems. It's the local sweet crab that makes the difference.

Legal Spirits, 42 E. Dover St., Easton (tel. 410/820-0765): Known for its cream of crab soup (which can be shipped), its crab cakes are tops, too.