FAQ

Where is my order shipped from?
All of our seafood products and perishable items are caught in the Florida Keys and shipped from Miami, Florida.

What is the shelf life of the stone crab claws?
We recommend eating the stone crab claws within 1-2 days for the best quality, taste and experience. Please note: orders will arrive cooked and ready to be enjoyed.

How many crab claws are in a pound?
The average weight differs for colossal, jumbo, large, and medium. Since each order is based on weight, the number of claws per pound vary. We try our best to fill all orders accordingly.

• Colossal: 7.1oz - 9.0oz
• 1 - 2 claws per lb.
• Jumbo: 5.1oz - 7.0oz
• 2 - 3 claws per lb.
• Large: 3.1oz - 5.0oz
• 4 - 5 claws per lb.
• Medium: 2.5oz - 3.0oz
• 6 - 7 claws per lb.

How many claws come in a package?
We calculate 1.5 lbs. per person. Thus, dinner for 2 comes with 3 lbs. of claws, dinner for 4 comes with 6 lbs. of claws, etc.

How much mustard sauce comes with my order?
We give you a 8 oz. container of mustard sauce for every 3 lbs. Thus, dinner for 2 comes with 1 container of mustard sauce; dinner for 4 comes with 2 containers of mustard sauce; etc

What are the black spots on my claw?
Those little spots are just bruises that the claw gets from Sea Urchin spines when they are cracking Sea Urchin shells to eat. The spots are fine and the meat is never harmed or bruised. We agree, the bruises are not aesthetically pleasing.

How much will shipping cost?
The total price of the package is dependent upon your zip code, delivery date, claw size, and number of persons you will be feeding. We strongly recommend you go through the checkout process to get the most accurate pricing.

Is your mustard gluten free?
Yes.

Are the stone crabs cooked?
Yes. In fact, stone crabs are cooked in our production facility the same day as they are caught. They are boiled for about eight minutes and then dipped in cold water and ice to stop the cooking process. All you have to do is crack and dip them in our delicious homemade mustard sauce.

How do I store the Stone Crabs once I receive them? 
If you have any claws left over, put them in an open container and keep them in the coldest part of your refrigerator. Or, you can put them in a cooler with ice. Remember to drain the water every so often.

If I crack the claws and don’t finish all of them can I eat them the following day?
Yes! If you have any claws left over, put them in an open container and keep them in the coldest part of your refrigerator. We recommend cracking as you go, instead of cracking all your claws in one sitting. This will allow the option to store the crabs and enjoy the claws (just as fresh) the next day.

How long does stone crab season last?
The stone crab season begins October 15 and ends May 1. Any place offering stone crabs out of season is serving them frozen.

How many different sizes of claws does George offer?
George offers four sizes, medium, large, jumbo, and colossal. 

What is the timing of your billing and what will show up on my credit card statement?
Your card will be processed immediately and your statement will show up as "GSC Restaurant".

What does Stone Crab mean?
Stone Crab (Menippe Mercenaria)
Menippe-Greek, means force or courage
Mercinaria-Latin, something of value.

Can you eat medium claws as an entree?
Yes, but you have to eat a lot to get full. We recommend medium claws as an appetizer.