Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Seafood Destination in Brandywine
Founded in 2015 by Lenell and Ashleigh Watson, Crab Boss began as a home-based seafood venture in Bowie, Maryland, offering Florida- and Cajun-style dishes. Through social media exposure and word-of-mouth, our fresh seafood gained rapid popularity, leading to the opening of our Brandywine, Maryland restaurant in 2016. Our commitment to quality ingredients and bold flavors has made us a regional favorite, serving thousands of patrons including celebrities and hosting events across the Mid-Atlantic region.We specialize in crab cakes, seafood boils, and catering services, with a strong presence at pop-up events called 'Pull-Ups' that bring our menu to communities beyond our physical location. Our mission remains to inspire through innovative seafood dishes while delivering exceptional guest experiences.
Services
Crab Cakes
Seafood Boils
Catering Services
Food Truck Events
Private Dining
Holiday Catering
Seafood Combos
Family Meals
Pull-Up Events
Event Catering
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We've served fresh seafood since 2015 with a 2016 brick-and-mortar location opening.
- Our catering brings award-winning seafood to private events and gatherings.
- We host over 20 pop-up 'Pull-Up' events monthly across multiple states.
- Our menu combines Florida-Cajun tradition with modern seafood preparation techniques.
- We serve thousands of patrons annually, including celebrity clientele.
Services
Crab Cakes
Our signature crab cakes feature premium lump crab meat seasoned with Cajun spices and house-made sauces. Served either as individual portions or in platters, these golden-brown delicacies combine Maryland's fresh seafood heritage with Florida-style seasoning. Perfect for both casual meals and special occasions, our crab cakes showcase our commitment to quality ingredients and bold flavors.
Catering Services
We provide full-service catering for private events, corporate functions, and celebrations. Our catering menus include seafood boils, crab cake platters, and customized combinations to suit any occasion. With experience serving thousands of guests and celebrity events, we deliver the same restaurant-quality seafood to your location with professional service and attention to detail.
Food Truck Events
Our mobile 'Pull-Up' events bring fresh seafood to communities across the Mid-Atlantic region. These pop-up locations serve our full menu including crab cakes, seafood combos, and signature sides at accessible locations. With over 20 scheduled events monthly, our food trucks maintain the same quality standards as our brick-and-mortar restaurant while expanding our community reach.
People
Lenell Watson
Co-Founder
Co-founded Crab Boss in 2015 after losing his previous job, transforming a home kitchen operation into a regional seafood sensation through social media marketing and quality seafood offerings.
Ashleigh Watson
Co-Founder
Partnered with Lenell Watson to launch Crab Boss from their Bowie kitchen, contributing to the business's growth from a supplemental income project to a multi-location seafood enterprise with significant social media presence.
Questions
What are your seasonal operating hours?
We operate seasonally with winter hours (Oct-Apr) Thursday-Saturday 12PM-7PM, Sunday 12PM-5PM. Summer hours (May-Sept) extend Friday-Saturday evenings with rooftop access.
Do you offer catering services for private events?
Yes, we provide full catering services for events at your location or our restaurant's private spaces. Our menus accommodate groups of all sizes with customized seafood options.
What seafood options are available on your menu?
Our menu features crab cakes, seafood boils, fried seafood platters, gumbo, shrimp po'boys, and family meal combinations with snow crab, shrimp, lobster, and fresh fish options.
Where can I find your food truck events?
We host 'Pull-Up' events across Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Check our website for scheduled locations including hospitals, shopping centers, and community events.
How should I reheat your seafood dishes?
Follow specific reheating instructions provided with each order. Most seafood dishes should be reheated at 350°F for 3-5 minutes or microwaved in 1-minute intervals to prevent overcooking.
