Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Enjoy Fresh Seafood at The Crab Trap in Somers Point, NJ
Established in 1967, The Crab Trap has evolved from a modest caf into a renowned 400-seat seafood destination in South Jersey. Our family-owned business, led by the Wallace family, combines decades of hospitality experience with a commitment to serving fresh, high-quality seafood sourced from trusted regional providers. We specialize in creating memorable dining experiences for diverse occasions, from intimate dates to large-scale events, while maintaining the friendly service and culinary excellence that have defined our reputation.Our menu balances time-honored classics with innovative dishes, ensuring something to satisfy every palate. Located on the historic Somerset Plantation with waterfront views of Great Egg Harbor Bay, we take pride in being a cornerstone of the Somers Point community while welcoming visitors from across the region.
Services
Seafood Dining
Lunch Menu
Dinner Menu
Live Entertainment
Banquet Events
Gift Cards
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience serving seafood in South Jersey
- Our menu features fresh, locally sourced seafood from trusted providers
- We offer versatile dining options including waterfront views and private events
- Our staff maintains the friendly, prompt service that earned us 'Best Family Restaurant'
- We combine classic recipes with chef-created dishes to satisfy diverse tastes
What people say
Over-the-top good
New customers for life
Presentation and quality were A+
Worth every moment
Multi-generational family eating
Services
Seafood Dining
Our full-service seafood restaurant serves lunch daily and dinner nightly with a menu featuring crab cakes, oysters, steaks, and seasonal specialties. Dishes are prepared using fresh, locally sourced ingredients by experienced chefs. The waterfront location offers scenic views of Great Egg Harbor Bay.
Banquet Events
Private banquet facilities accommodate groups from 25 to 100 guests with customized menus and professional coordination. Available October through May, our event spaces feature waterfront views and flexible seating arrangements. Packages include full-service catering and dedicated staff support.
Live Entertainment
Crabby Jack's Deck Bar offers live music performances with a rotating schedule of local musicians. The outdoor venue provides casual seating and waterfront views during warmer months. Entertainment is available seasonally with special holiday performances.
Gift Cards
Purchase prepaid gift cards in denominations from $25 to $200 for any occasion. Cards can be delivered physically or digitally with personalized messages. Valid for all menu items including seafood platters, steaks, and specialty cocktails.
Group Dining
Special group menus and seating arrangements available for parties of 35+ with advance reservations. Includes dedicated service staff and customizable menu options. Available year-round with seasonal menu variations and holiday-themed offerings.
Questions
What are your current operating hours?
We serve lunch daily from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Dinner hours vary: Sunday-Thursday 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM, Friday-Saturday 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Do you offer private event spaces?
Yes, our banquet facilities accommodate groups of 25-100 with customized menus. Available October through May with professional event coordination services included.
What seafood specialties do you recommend?
Our award-winning crab cakes, Snow Crab Legs, and Surf & Turf combination of filet mignon and lobster tails are customer favorites prepared to order.
Is there a dress code?
We maintain a casual dining atmosphere with no beachwear, bathing suits, or sleeveless shirts for gentlemen. Shoes are required for all guests.
Do you offer gift cards?
Yes, we provide physical and digital gift cards in $25 increments up to $200, perfect for special occasions or holiday gifting.
Reviews (4)
Mike
Dec 24, 2021
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Look, the food is good, not outstanding but good but overpriced. Went there last night and the place pack as usual, even more so. After about 30 minutes finally got a seat at the bar. Took 15 minutes to get a drink. 3 bartenders hustling but it took 15 minutes to get a drink. Why? Our guy was also taking care of meals at the bar, which took up 1/2 of his time. All the money this place makes, have a waitress take care of the food or put on another bartender. Finally had enough and went to see what the wait was for a table for dinner. Over an hour. Out the door. Went across the road to Charlie's
Debby Kaplan
Nov 28, 2021
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We went there for dinner tonight. My daughter and I ordered the exact same thing. We shared the crab bisque which had lots of crab in it. We also ordered the Crispy Grilled Crab Cakes in white wine sauce. Excellent! It also came with a side salad. Also fresh bread and blueberry muffins for the table. My SIL ordered the special of halibut in a tomato. He thought the fish was over cooked for his liking. For an appetizer he got the crab imperial in an onion ring which was good. We ordered the two peanut butter pie slices and apple pie slice to go. Service was excellent.
R. J. Pinkerton
Nov 11, 2021
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Wow what a great place. The sea food is super fresh and delicious. I got there soup 1-1-1 (that is a sample cup of each of their signature soups creamy cab bisque, new england clam chowder & maryland crab soup) All three were delicious. All meals come with freshly baked bread and butter so it was a very filling meal. So if you are looking for great quality sea food at a good price i promise you will not be disappointed
Stephannie Williams
Oct 27, 2021
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I was really expecting to enjoy my food here but I didn't. I am being generous with three stars. I must say the waiter was wonderful I wish I could remember his name because he was great. But the food wasn't . We ordered the lobster bites very good. (I ate them before I took the picture). I love seafood and really wanted this to be good but the second Mate broiled was not it was very bland not alot of flavor but I did like the deviled crabmeat and clams. The fish just wasn't welled flavored. I the scallops were good. We also had the brussel sprouts they weren't good, no flavor.
