The World’s Best Crab Cake Can Be Found Right Here In Virginia
Although our neighbor to the north, Maryland, is renowned for its crab cakes, Virginia may just have the best in the world. Need further proof? Look no further than Merroir, a local favorite that serves all things seafood. Food & Wine Magazine has listed this riverfront restaurant, owned by Rappahannock Oyster Company, as a must-try for crab cakes in the U.S. Take a look at these tasty treats you’ll want to try before the summer’s over:
Merroir is located at 784 Locklies Creek Rd Topping, VA 23169.
And authentic seafood is exactly what you can expect at Merroir. The restaurant is perhaps most famous for their oysters, but anything on the menu is guaranteed to be either freshly-caught or freshly-made.
While Virginia is home to plenty of fine crab cake establishments, what makes these cakes stand out is the freshness of the crab meat combined with the chef's secret ingredient: celeriac.
This variety of celery adds the perfect zip to each bite. You can enjoy these crab cakes on a sandwich, over a salad, or as an appetizer before your entree.
What are your thoughts on the crab cakes from Merroir? Do you know of a restaurant with equally delicious crab cakes? Either way, we’d love to hear from you! For related content, be sure to read about The Most Delicious, All-You-Can-Eat Dining Experience In Virginia.
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Alexandria. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
