The Unassuming New Jersey Restaurant That Serves The Best Seafood You’ve Ever Tried

There are some incredible seafood spots in the Garden State, from shacks along the coast to upscale eateries like The Lobster House and Molos. But there are also a handful of seafood spots that are more than simple shacks with a few (or no) seats but not entirely extravagant. They're less about a romantic night out and more about a boisterous family meal but the food is just as delicious. One of these restaurants is the Blue Claw Crab Eatery in Burlington.

Blue Claw Crab Eatery has been a local favorite since 1961.

The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming and the decor is shore (sure) to delight.

They serve up Blue Crabs, Snow Crabs, King Crabs, Dungeness Crabs & Soft Shell Crabs!

Crabs are brought in fresh daily from New Jersey, Florida, the northern Pacific and the pristine waters off the Baja in Mexico.

A meal here is all about flavor and fun. Tables are covered in paper, so feel free to make a mess. (Their words, not mine!)

It's even BYOB - you can bring your own beer or wine.

And you'll find more than crab on the menu. From shrimp to scallops, there's all sorts of seafood. Not a seafood fan but want to bring your fam? Enjoy comfort food favorites like mac n' cheese bites, mozzarella sticks, ribs, wings and more.

They're a great place to grab a meal, but you don't need to take my word for it - SJ Magazine ranked their crabs the best in New Jersey; Best Of Burlington labeled them best eat in & take out.

Blue Claw Crab Eatery is such a wonderful, welcoming spot and you're sure to come back for more. Find them at 4494 Burlington Pike/Rt. 130 NB, Burlington Township. Open all year, their hours are 11 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. from Sunday - Thursday and 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. If you're looking for a stellar seafood spot on the New Jersey coast, click here.