Crab cakes
Crab cakes feature sweet, delicate crabmeat with a rich, satisfying texture, typically enhanced with herbs, spices, and a crisp exterior from pan-frying. The ideal pairings balance this richness with either complementary creaminess or contrasting brightness and acidity, while respecting the subtle sweetness of the crab meat.
Recommended Wines
Rose v. Wade Blanc
Rose v. Wade Blanc is a politically-named white blend from California, featuring bright citrus notes with subtle minerality. This wine offers a balanced acidity with medium body and a clean, refreshing finish.
Jean Perrier Crémant de Savoie
Jean Perrier Crémant de Savoie is a traditional method sparkling wine from the Alpine region of Savoie, primarily made from the indigenous Jacquère grape variety. This elegant sparkling wine showcases the crisp, mineral-driven character typical of high-altitude Savoie wines, with fine bubbles and bright acidity. The wine reflects the unique terroir of the French Alps with its fresh, clean profile and delicate fruit expression.
Prisma Sauvignon Blanc
Prisma Sauvignon Blanc is a sustainably produced Chilean white wine from the cool-climate Valle de Casablanca in the Aconcagua region. Crafted by acclaimed winemaker Ricardo Baettig for Viña Fray León, this wine showcases the bright, crisp characteristics typical of Casablanca Valley Sauvignon Blanc with fresh herbaceous qualities.
Franck Millet Sancerre Blanc
Domaine Franck Millet Sancerre Blanc is a classic Loire Valley white wine made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in the prestigious Sancerre appellation. This wine showcases the characteristic minerality and crisp acidity that makes Sancerre one of France's most celebrated expressions of Sauvignon Blanc, with the chalky limestone soils of the region imparting distinctive terroir-driven characteristics.
Recommended Beers
Saison Dupont Farmhouse Ale
Saison Dupont is a classic Belgian farmhouse ale with a golden-blonde color, fine effervescence, and a complex, aromatic character featuring notes of fruit, spice, and a distinctive yeast profile with a dry, refreshing finish.
Brasserie de la Senne Wadesda #9
Wadesda #9 is a Belgian Pale Ale from Brasserie de la Senne that features a complex hop profile with a balanced bitterness and characteristic Belgian yeast notes. It's part of their experimental series, offering a refined take on the Belgian Pale Ale style.
Ayinger Bavarian Pils
Ayinger Bavarian Pils is a traditional German pilsner with a bright golden color, crisp malt character, and distinctive hop aroma. It offers a perfect balance of light sweetness and refreshing bitterness with a clean, dry finish typical of the finest Bavarian pilsners.
Recommended Wine Varietals
These wine varietals pair beautifully with crab cakes. Browse our selection to find wines made from these grapes.
Recommended Beer Styles
These beer styles complement crab cakes perfectly. Explore our beer selection to find these styles.