Delawareans are known for being huge seafood eaters. After all, we’ve got miles and miles of coastline and a prime spot right on the Delaware Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. That being said, it’s easy to track down an amazing Delaware crab shack, if you know where to look.

Since 1953, Sambo’s Tavern has been a Leipsic landmark, welcoming in hungry diners to this Delaware seafood shack.

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The restaurant is named after its founder, Samuel “Sambo” Burrows. Burrows was a farmer and crabber with a love for good food.

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Now, nearly 70 years late, Sambo’s has been visited by foodies from all over the world! Check out the push pin map when you step inside.

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This 21+ tavern serves up some of the best crabs in Delaware, and you’ll want to come hungry.

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The seafood served here is out of this world, and much of it comes in fresh from the boats that dock along the river. Did you know that Delaware Bay oysters are world renowned?

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Some of the seafood is brought in, too, so you can enjoy meaty dungeness crab legs with your Atlantic Blue Claw feast.

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Like any good Delaware crab shack, Sambo’s makes a killer crabcake. Enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or as an appetizer.

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You can order up a seafood salad and cup of their famous crab bisque to kick off your meal. The homemade soup is a local favorite.

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Once your crabs arrive, get crackin! While there’s a whole lot of debate on how to pick or crack crabs, once you figure out your own method, you’ll be in crabmeat heaven.

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There’s nothing like digging in to a dozen giant, meaty crabs. You’ll leave Sambo’s absolutely stuffed!

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Enjoy a beautiful view of the river when you dine at one of the most famous Delaware seafood shacks around.

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Keep an eye on the tavern’s Facebook page, here, to make sure you know their seasonal hours and crab availability. Sambo’s is typically open March through October.

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Address: Sambo’s Tavern, 283 Front St, Leipsic, DE 19901, USA