Gorat's Steak House Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Price

The Jumbo Lump Crab Cake is a popular appetizer at Gorat's. This dish includes two crab cakes made with a unique filling of butter-whipped egg yolk and jumbo lump crab meat. The crab cakes are served with candied, buttermilk-fried bacon and are accented with champagne vinegar, scallions, and smoked paprika. This starter is priced at $12.00.

Crab cakes have their roots in American cuisine, particularly in the Chesapeake Bay region where blue crabs are abundant. While early recipes existed, the term "crab cake" was popularized in the 1930s. Gorat's version offers a unique twist on the classic with its rich egg yolk filling and the indulgent addition of candied fried bacon.

As a classic steakhouse appetizer, the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake at Gorat's is directly compared to similar offerings at other top Omaha restaurants. Its primary competitors include the crab cake appetizers at Mahogany Prime Steakhouse and Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, both of which are also known for their high-quality seafood starters.