Delaware is famous for its seafood! From the bay to the coast, you’ll find delicious crabs, clams, mussels and of course oysters all over the First State. There are plenty of fancy, upscale seafood restaurants in Delaware, too – especially down at the beaches, where vacationers come to spoil themselves in the summertime. Locals, however, know that the best crabs in Delaware are located in tiny crab shacks throughout the state – and one spot in Delaware City deserves some recognition.

Wiso's Crabs is located right next to another famous Delaware crab shack, Kathy's.
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While Kathy's is a Delaware City icon, many people head straight to Wiso's when they're in the area.
This kitschy crab shack is part seafood market, part take-out restaurant.
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The decor is decidedly Delawarean! There are aquariums filled with sand and shells, petrified wood artwork, and more beach shack decor.
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Of course, the reason people come to Wiso's is to take home some of their delicious seafood.
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They have a full takeout menu, which you're welcome to eat on the picnic tables outside. Try their cajun crawfish for something unique.

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If you're looking to take home a few dozen crabs, head to Wiso's to pick them up!
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You'll find fresh-from-the-bay Blue Claws by the bushel here.
Coat them in Old Bay or dip them in butter - however you like your crabs is fine here!
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Locals and consistently impressed with the size and meatiness of the crabs that Wiso's brings in.
Their menu contains plenty of other seafood, too.
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From oysters, to softshells, to clams and shrimp, you'll find a big assortment of marine morsels behind the counter.
Treat yourself to a lunch or dinner platter, or order a handful of appetizers to split.
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Each platter comes with fries or tater tots, and dinners include coleslaw, too. Their appetizers are crab shack classics, like popcorn shrimp, hush puppies, clam strips and more.
Don't forget to take a picture by the giant crab! Snapping a pic with this roadside landmark is a Delaware tradition.
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You can find Wiso’s Crabs at 101 5th St., Delaware City, DE 19706. They’re open Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and on Fridays and Saturdays they stay open until 8 p.m. If you’re planning on taking home a big order of crabs, call ahead at (302) 836-0224 to set them aside. Otherwise, stop right in and have yourself a feast.

What’s your favorite seafood shack in Delaware? Check out a few more great crab houses in Delaware on our list of 12 Restaurants In Delaware That Have The Best Seafood EVER.

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