Launching with the 2027 season
Maryland Crab Pretzel of the Year.
One annual award for the overall best crab pretzel in Maryland, chosen by the people who eat them.
1ANNUAL WINNER
One award. One statewide winner.
The public decides.
Each year, readers will vote for the Maryland restaurant serving the best overall crab pretzel. There are no paid winners, side categories, or separate editorial trophy. The restaurant receiving the strongest verified public support will be named Crab Pretzel of the Year.
The award
Overall Best Crab Pretzel
The vote considers the whole experience: the pretzel, crab, cheese, balance, value, and whether people would order it again. Eligible restaurants must have a currently verified crab pretzel on the directory.
- Voting requires a valid email address.
- Duplicate votes are limited.
- Paid placement never affects the result.
- The final vote total will be published with the winner.
OCTNominations open
NOVFinalists published
DECPublic voting
JANWinner announced