
Captain John's Crab House
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Marketing description
Captain John’s Crab House is a rare and iconic waterfront restaurant in Charles County, offering a unique opportunity to acquire a well-established, family-owned business with over 65 years of heritage and a loyal clientele. Nestled directly on Neal Sound, directly off the Wicomico and Potomac rivers, the property features a large full-service commercial kitchen and bar, spacious dining rooms, and inviting outdoor seating with stunning water views. Designed for both everyday dining and special events, the venue also includes a versatile event space and meeting room to accommodate private functions.
Enhancing the restaurant’s offerings is a carry-out convenience store, supported by an on-sale and off-sale beer, wine, and spirits license, along with Maryland Lottery sales. The business benefits from a dedicated, long-term staff, ensuring smooth and reliable operations. Additional revenue streams come from fuel sales for both land vehicles and watercraft.
The marina boasts over 40 slips available for daily or overnight rental, many equipped with electric and water hookups, attracting boaters and adding to the property’s appeal. Revenues have fully rebounded following the COVID period, demonstrating strong market resilience and significant growth potential.
Conveniently located near Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia, this waterfront destination enjoys consistent marina traffic, seasonal tourism, and a devoted customer base, making it an exceptional opportunity for investors or owner-operators seeking a premier waterfront asset.
Investment highlights
Iconic Charles County waterfront restaurant with 65+ years of family ownership
Large, fully equipped commercial kitchen and bar
Spacious indoor dining rooms plus outdoor waterfront seating
High-capacity steamer and hard crab preparation capability
Dedicated event space and meeting room for private functions
Carry-out convenience store on premises
Licensed for on-sale and off-sale beer, wine, and spirits
State lottery sales included
Experienced, long-term staff ensuring stable operations
Fuel sales available for vehicles and boats
Revenues fully recovered and trending positively post-pandemic
Marina with 40+ slips offering daily and overnight rentals, many with electric and water hookups
Established social media presence with 50,000 Facebook followers, enhancing marketing reach and customer engagement
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