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Where it all began...
CrabPlace.com, Inc. has been delivering premium seafood from dock to door for almost 30 years. Founder Greg Cain started the company in 1996, inspired by the new possibilities of the internet. From a simple website built at home, he pioneered online seafood sales, making his first crab shipment to Utah. Overcoming early challenges, including packaging mishaps and everything a small business faces, Greg expanded the business, rebranding as The Crab Place in 1997. Today, the company operates from its permanent home in Crisfield, Maryland, continuing its legacy of providing high-quality seafood to customers nationwide.
Our 1996 Website
In 1996, Greg Cain launched the first website dedicated to selling seafood online. At the time, he had no idea that his passion for sharing the bounty of the Chesapeake Bay would grow into a thriving business, now employing around 20 people year-round and more than 60 during the summer. This success also led to the creation of our Crab & Cruise experience, which welcomes guests from across the country to Crisfield, Maryland, for an unforgettable crab feast. Since then, CrabPlace.com has brought joy to countless customers, helping them celebrate with loved ones over premium seafood and cherished family traditions.
The Original Source for Hand-Selected Premium Seafood
We are home of the largest online Maryland blue crab retailer. Crabplace.com has been helping make family feasts fantastic for over 29 years. As the very first to sell seafood on the Internet back in 1996, we take pride in providing you exceptional quality and service! Join our community of THOUSANDS of satisfied customers and enjoy delicious, world-class seafood shipped straight from the Crab Capital of the World directly to your doorstep.
In the mid-1990s, Greg Cain, a network administrator, envisioned using the emerging internet to deliver fresh Maryland crabs nationwide. He built a basic website, Chesapeake Crab Co., before rebranding as CrabPlace.com in 1997. Early challenges included rudimentary online ordering and packaging issues. Greg's mother, Charlotte Scott, played a pivotal role by securing a loan with her house as collateral and assisting in operations. Despite initial struggles, their dedication led to the company's success. By 2002, CrabPlace.com earned the Maryland Entrepreneurial Success of the Year award from the U.S. Small Business Administration. Today, it stands as a testament to family commitment and innovation in online seafood sales.
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100% Satisfaction Guarantee
We are committed to ensuring that our service is as outstanding as our food. Your complete satisfaction is our goal, and we back that up with our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.
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Certified True Blue
True Blue recognizes businesses that support local watermen and our local economy by using high-quality Maryland crabs and crab meat.
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Premium Product
Only the heaviest crabs make the cut and each crab is hand-selected and graded to ensure a premium product arrives at your door.
Growing up in Maryland, we've been eating crabs our entire lives. There's nothing better than gathering around a paper-lined table, rolling up your sleeves, and enjoying hot crabs with great conversation. We love this experience so much that we take pride in sharing it with thousands of customers nationwide.
Crab Across America
Crabs Across America highlights the joy of sharing Maryland crabs with loved ones across the country, emphasizing the communal experience of enjoying a crab feast. It celebrates how the tradition of crabbing unites families, friends, and even distant strangers, making it more than just a meal but a cherished bonding experience. Shipping crabs to different states shows how this classic Maryland dish can bring people together, fostering connection and shared memories despite physical distance. It showcases the unique role of crabs in creating meaningful, delicious moments for all.
