Very often, when purchasing steamed crabs, the size is important to customers. Customers want the largest crabs. Mr. Vellines commented that size doesn't determine the price of crabs. "The weight rather than size is important. A large crab doesn't necessarily have to be heavy," he continued.

 

Sea King has a large clientele. Crabs are shipped to New York and extend all across the country. "We just shipped to Arizona and Hawaii," said Mr. Vellines. "A customer called yesterday inquiring about international shipping."

 

Purchasing crabs is unlike anything else purchased. For some reason, delivery expectations are unique. "Customers often ask, 'Can you hook me up?' 'Do I get any extras?'or 'We'd appreciate some extra claws please.'"

 

As you might imagine, Mr. Vellines suggests we remember crab houses and restaurants are businesses like other businesses and that we lower our expectations. Crabbers have increased operating expenses especially now that gas prices have increased.

 

When you're ready for some mouth-watering, tasty steamed crabs, head to Sea King's where the staff is always polite and patient. In fact, look around. You just might meet Phil Vellines.

 

If you'd like information about the Sea King Seafood Markets, visit http://www.crabshanty.com/. Click the About Us link and read about the King family and the history of the Crab Shanty Restaurant and Sea King Seafood Markets.