Reliable Source Annual Crab Fest

Aug 15 2024

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Aug 15, 2024 at 5:30pm

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Reliable Source

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Restaurant Special

This event is open only to NPC Members & their guests

The annual Crab Fest buffet comes back on Thursday, August 15 starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Reliable Source.

Members and their guests are invited to sample crabs and a new wine list - what a great way to celebrate summer 2024!

The Crab Fest is $45 per person for members and $50 for nonmembers, plus tax and gratuity.

Reservations are encouraged due to previous high demand. Reserve online or contact the Reliable Source to secure your spot. 

The Main Event:

Hard shell crabs, steamed with Maryland spices

On the Side: 

  • Melted butter
  • Spicy Sriracha
  • Mignonette -- red wine vinegar, shallots, and cracked black peppers
  • Lemon wedges
  • Remoulade sauce

Seafood Boiled Feast:

  • Pan-fried pecan crusted blue catfish
  • Shrimp, black mussels, clams, andouille sausage, red potatoes, and creole garlic sauce
  • Louisiana penne pasta-roasted pepper, tomato, grilled chicken
  • Steamed corn on the cob
  • Collard greens
  • Hush poppies

Salads:

  • Potato salad
  • Tomato, cucumber, and red onion salad
  • Healthy Carolina caviar salad

Desserts:

  • Make your own ice cream sundae
  • Key lime pie
  • Mini pecan pies
  • Boston cream pie 
  • Bananas Foster

Free parking for members is available at One Parking, 1325 G Street NW, after 5 p.m. from Monday to Friday, with a minimum $25 purchase of food and beverage.