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Pete Triantafilos, the general manager of Costas Inn in Dundalk, discusses the region’s hard times and how his family’s business continues to survive and thrive.
Pete Triantafilos, the general manager of Costas Inn in Dundalk, discusses the region’s hard times and how his family’s business continues to survive and thrive.
BALTIMORE (WBFF) — What’s better than raising money and awareness for charities across Maryland? How about doing it with some crab cakes and crab soup?
Crabbers have been commercially catching blue crabs (also known as Maryland crabs) from the Chesapeake Bay since the mid 19th century. Today, summertime means heading to your favorite crab house or seafood market to tuck into steamed crab, crab cakes and crab soup made from these Chesapeake Bay crustaceans. Steamed crabs, arguably the most popular preparation, typically get cooked in plenty of Old Bay Seasoning and are best served with a pitcher of cold beer.
The Chesapeake Bay may give us a bumper crop of crabs this year.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources found a 35-percent increase in the blue crab population this year, or about 550 million crabs. That’s the fourth highest level in 20 years. They say good weather and restrictions on the harvest in the past have led to the increase.
On Friday, October 28th, Costas Inn was featured on Michael Symon’s show, Burgers, Brew and Que. Check out our first appearance on the Food Network!
Costas Inn has its own take on seasoning for steamed crabs: they don’t just throw a bunch of Old Bay and black pepper on them. It has a distinct sweetness to it – perhaps some toasted onion in there. It’s beloved by celebrities and food authors, including David Rosengarten and the folks on the Today show.
Costas Inn is a Baltimore institution. In operation since 1971, this enormous, no-frills establishment somehow manages to feel homey and comfortable at the same time. People come to eat at Costas from all over the world thanks to several TV appearances featuring their famous crabs.
Costas Inn has its own take on seasoning for steamed crabs: they don’t just throw a bunch of Old Bay and black pepper on them. It has a distinct sweetness to it – perhaps some toasted onion in there. It’s been acclaimed by all kinds of celebrities and food authors, including David Rosengarten and the folks on the Today show.
Baltimore Seafood Restaurant Event- Maryland State Troopers Association
Costas Inn has a menu that would shame most diners. The wide variety of items on it range from breakfast to pit beef with every other dinner item you could think of in between. That’s great but we only go for one thing: the steamed crabs.
Voted Best Baltimore Crab Houses By Baltimore Business Journal 2013
Sitting among a sea of fast-food joints and car-repair shops with no water in sight, Costas Inn might not match many people’s vision of a world-class crabhouse. Until they walk inside. The perma-smell of crab spice in the large, open dining room, the drumbeat of mallets hitting shells and empty shells hitting buckets, autographed Brooks Robinson and Johnny Unitas memorabilia on the front wall—all instantly authenticate the place. Crab lovers have been stamping their sign of approval on Costas’s brown-paper-covered tables for more than 40 years.
Costas Inn is mentioned on the August 13, 2012 Today Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda
For years, Dundalkians have been saying how great the crab cakes are at Costas Inn. Now a national television show says the same.
Costas Inn owner Pete Triantafilos ,ade an Aug. 16 appearance on NBC’s Today show with Kathie Lee and Hoda.
Costas Inn’s Crab Cakes Featured on the July 16, 2012 Today Show with Kathie Lee and Hoda
Pete and Nick visited Kathie Lee and Hoda for Kathie Lee’s Birthday!
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 (Baltimore, MD) – Baltimore County welcomes the Blue Angels as they land at Martin State Airport to prepare for a weekend of airshows to celebrate Baltimore’s Bicentennial of the War of 1812
John Ratzenberger “Cliff Clavin” from Cheers, “Toy Story” was here at Costas Inn!
The Today Show’s Al Roker visits Costas Inn!
Costas Inn featured in Baltimore Magazine
Kathie Lee Orders Crab from Costas Inn
Costas Inn featured in People Magazine’s article, Josh Charles’ Baltimore: the star of CBS’s The Good Wife provides a sightseeing guide to the city where he grew up.
Dining Out at: Costas Inn article in the East County Times, June 23, 2011
Known for classic steamed-crab-and-mallet suppers, Costas Inn (4100 North Point Blvd., Dundalk, 410-477-1975) also has a thing for crab imperial—a heap of crab slathered in creamy white sauce offered atop shrimp, orange roughy, the fish du jour, or even on its own. But to experience this lumpilicious treat at the pinnacleof opulence, try the stuffed lobster tail ($35.95), a thick curl of delectable meat straining from its shell.
Costas Inn Turns 40: The Dundalk Eagle November 16, 2011
Baltimore County’s Costas Inn: check out rockfish, deals. The Examiner features Costas Inn.
You can now order our famous and award winning Maryland crabcakes online and we'll ship them fresh to your door. We will gladly ship them nationwide. Crabs, crab cakes, party packages, clothing, seasonings, and more available to order online now!
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Online gift cards make a great gift that can be redeemed for any products available at costasinn.com only. Not redeemable at the restaurant.
A 10.95 charge will be applied for next day delivery on Gift Certificates. If you desire regular shipping via USPS, please call Pete at 410-477-1975.
One 5 oz. Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Garnish and roll not included
A Costas tradition since 1971: 5 ounces of all Jumbo Lump crabmeat made with Costas seafood spices. A local favorite!
One 8 oz. Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cake. Garnish not included