The Furnace Grill and Crab House Menu

Welcome to The Furnace Grill and Crab House, a hidden gem nestled in Thurmont, Maryland. This charming eatery, located at 12841 Catoctin Furnace Rd, invites you into a relaxed atmosphere that perfectly complements its bar and grill essence. Guests rave about the generous portion sizes and the notable freshness of each dish.

  • The crab cakes, brimming with succulent crab meat and minimal filler, are a standout.
  • Appetizers like the pretzel and crab are frequently praised for their delightful flavors.
  • Whether you indulge in the Chesapeake burger or opt for seafood, each meal is a testament to quality cooking.

The service is warm and friendly, with a commitment to preparing everything to order. With an enticing outdoor deck for sunny afternoons and a cozy interior, The Furnace Grill and Crab House promises an experience you won't soon forget. Plan your visit to savor the fresh, hearty fare and enjoy a slice of local charm!

Burgers

Mushroom Swiss Burger

Swiss cheese and sauteed mushrooms.

US$19.00

Pepper Burger

Pepper Jack cheese, jalapenos and our house-made roasted pepper sauce.

US$19.00

Cheeseburger

American, Swiss, provolone, Cheddar, or Pepper Jack.

US$15.50

Rodeo Burger

BBQ sauce, Cheddar cheese, and onion ring.

US$18.00

Crab Po Boy

Lump crab balls fried golden brown topped with lettuce, tomato and furnace sauce.

US$16.95

Grilled Or Fried Chicken Sandwich

Marinated chicken breast charbroiled and served on a Kaiser roll topped with lettuce, tomato, and choice of cheese. Add bacon for an additional charge.

US$14.00

Steak And Cheese Sub

Thinly sliced beef topped with provolone, lettuce, tomato, and mayo. Add marinara or fried onion and green peppers for an additional charge.

US$14.50

Grilled Reuben

Corned beef and kraut with Swiss cheese and Russian dressing served on grilled rye bread.

US$11.50

BLT

Bacon, lettuce, and tomato layered and served on your choice of white or marbled rye toasted. Add cheese or egg for an additional charge.

US$10.50

Sandwiches & Subs

Dinner Entrees

12 Oz Ribeye

US$27.95

Crabcakes (Broiled)

US$42.99

Grilled Chicken

US$21.99

Chicken Chesapeake

US$29.99

Full Rack

US$26.95

Ribs Half Rack

US$17.99

Crabcakes Fried

US$42.99

Ginger Ale

US$3.25

Lemonade

US$3.25

Pepsi

The bold, refreshing, robust cola

US$3.25

Diet Pepsi

A crisp tasting, refreshing pop of sweet, fizzy bubbles without calories.

US$3.25

Root Beer

US$3.25

Dr Pepper

US$3.25

Bottle Of Water

US$1.50

Sweet Tea

US$3.25

Unsweetened Tea

US$3.25

Starry

US$3.25

Drinks

Crabs

Half A Bushel Of Mixed Crabs

Half a bushel of Maryland number 2 male crabs a mixture of small and medium in size

US$185.00

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

Sea scallops wrapped in bacon. Served with BBQ sauce.

US$21.50

Regular Pretzel

Served with beer cheese sauce. Stuff with crab dip for an additional charge.

US$11.00

App Sampler

2 crab balls, 6 wings, 4 mozzarella sticks, 2 pretzels, and fries.

US$22.00

Mozzarella Sticks (8)

Served with marinara sauce.

US$15.00

Seafood Stuffed Potato Skins

Topped with our crab imperial, shrimp, cheese and bacon.

US$21.50

Fried Zucchini

Traditional Pierogies fried to perfection topped with melty cheddar and jack cheese and crispy bacon. Served with our house made ranch dressing on the side.

US$14.99

Crab Dip

Lump crab meat mixed with cream cheese and old bay then baked to perfection. Served with toast points.

US$23.00

Quesadillas

Crispy flour tortilla stuffed with Cheddar and Jack cheeses, onion, tomato, and bacon. Choose chicken or steak. Served with salsa and sour cream. Add shrimp for an additional charge.

US$15.95

Chicken Wings

Boneless or traditional. Breaded and fried crispy. Choose from our house-made sauces: buffalo, honey BBQ, sweet & spicy, garlic Parmesan, old bay, or smokey chipotle. Served with your choice of ranch or bleu cheese.

US$14.00

Crab Balls

Lump crab meat, fried golden. Served with cocktail or tartar sauce.

US$16.50

Appetizers

Kids Menu

Chicken Tenders

US$6.99

Mac And Cheese

US$6.99

Cheeseburger

US$6.99

Grilled Cheese

US$6.99

1 Cluster Snow Crab Legs

US$19.95

Basket Of Fried Shrimp

US$16.00

Basket Of Small Clams Or Steamed Mussels

Served with garlic butter.

US$17.00

2 Clusters Crab Legs

US$31.50

1 Lb Steamed Shrimp

US$20.00

Platter For 2

A variety of fresh steamed items something everyone can enjoy, Great to share with others. Includes 8 hardshell crabs, 6 clusters of legs, 1/2 pound steamed shrimp 2 dozen steamed little neck clams and 2 dozen steamed mussels. Comes with your choice of 2 sides.

US$160.00

Dozen Of Medium Crabs

A dozen of medium sized Maryland Blue Crabs steamed fresh with JO Spice Steamed fresh to order

US$80.00

Basket Of Fried Clams

US$15.95

Dozen Large Crabs

US$105.00

1/2 Lb Steamed Shrimp

US$14.99

Seafood - Short Order

Soup & Salad

Cobb Salad

Fresh chopped lettuce, cucumber, tomato, hard-boiled eggs, bacon bits, and cheese. Add chicken, shrimp, steak, salmon, or crab for an additional charge.

US$15.95

Caesar Salad

Topped with your choice of chicken or shrimp.

US$15.95

Grilled Or Crispy Chicken Salad

Fresh chopped lettuce mixed with tomato, onion, green peppers, cucumbers, and diced egg topped with charbroiled or crispy chicken breast and shredded Cheddar and Jack cheese blend. Make it spicy, add buffalo to your chicken.

US$15.95

Chili

US$5.95

Cream Of Crab Soup

US$9.95

Maryland Crab Soup

US$7.95