8 of The Best Restaurants in North Carolina for Crab Cakes

NORTH CAROLINA - North Carolina's vast coastline and rich maritime heritage make it a prime destination for seafood lovers. While the state is famous for its shrimp, oysters, and Calabash-style fried fish, it also boasts an incredible crab cake scene. From the Outer Banks to the Brunswick Islands and even in its inland cities, chefs are serving up delicious versions of this coastal classic, focusing on fresh, local blue crab meat.

8 of The Best Restaurants in Virginia for Crab Cakes

VIRGINIA - Some great places to get the best crab cakes in Virginia. These places include Margie & Ray's Crabhouse, Sugar's Crab Shack, Blue Seafood & Spirits in Richmond, Berret's Seafood Restaurant in Williamsburg, and the Virginia Beach Crab House. Read on for recommendations!

Photo: Jimmy's Famous Seafood

MARYLAND - If you want some crab cakes in Maryland, you've come to the right place.  We have reviewed the best crab cakes in Maryland from Jimmy's Famous Seafood, Koco's Pub, Boatyard Bar & Grill, and Faidley Seafood, and I'm sure there is a new spot that I missed, but these places deserve your attention. We hope you enjoy the read!