Devil Crabs are one of my favorite dishes. Originated in my hometown of Tampa, the "Devil Crab" is crab meat sautéed with spicy seasonings rolled inside of a Cuban bread or bread crumb like a croquette, shaped like a football and deep fried. I have been on a quest to find "the best devil crab in the city." Mission accomplished!!! The winner is..
.Brocato's Sandwich Shop. Be prepared to wait in long lines outside the door and around the building for this "taste of heaven"! Obviously, it's well worth the wait.
Brocato's Deviled Crabs are so large and filled with crab meat you have to hold it with TWO hands! No bread fillers like the ones you'll find at many shops. Here is a link to the Tampa history of Deviled Crabs:
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deviled_crab
Brocato's Sandwich Shop also boasts the best Cuban Sandwiches and Stuffed Baked Potato. They have limited seating inside and an outside patio. Very casual; mostly takeout and a large "crowded" parking lot. Be patient...
5 Valcooks Aprons
Brocato's Sandwich Shop
5021 East Columbus Drive
Tampa, FL 33619
brocatossandwich.com
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