Joe's Crab Shack

4.2
2835 reviews
Crab, shrimp, corn, and sausage seafood boil

About

Seafood RestaurantFamily Style RestaurantAmerican RestaurantJoe's Crab Shack
Joe’s Crab Shack offers a variety of favorites from all parts of the sea and shore. From its extensive menu, guests can choose from buckets of seasonal seafood, fried shrimp platters and fish dishes, as well as options from the “mainland” that include steak, sandwiches, and chicken. Guests can indulge in over-sized and creative cocktails, such as the Shark Bite which is playfully garnished with a shark toy. Since its inception, Joe’s popularity has stemmed not only from its menu, but also its retail store. With various pieces of merchandise for purchase, including the ever-popular tie-dye T-shirt with the phrase “Peace, Love and Crabs,” Joe’s has become synonymous with the word “fun.” Unforgettable moments await at our Garden Grove location and across the nation!

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

Joe's Crab Shack
12011 Harbor Blvd, Garden Grove, CA
92840, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.2
2,835 reviews
5 stars
1,687
4 stars
589
3 stars
271
2 stars
128
1 star
160

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers had mixed experiences with food quality, with some praising the freshness and taste, while others found it lacking or overpriced.

Service

Service received high praise from many customers, with specific servers being highlighted for their attentiveness and friendliness, though there were some complaints about slow service.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere was generally described as lively and fun, but some customers noted a decline in the overall experience compared to previous visits.

Family-Friendly

The restaurant is considered kid-friendly by many, with some noting the presence of a playground, although a few reviews mentioned issues with accommodating strollers.
  • JW
    JaeHyug Woo
    Jan 1, 2026
    3.0
    captain’s plate는 양도 꽤되고 게살도 꽉차있어 괜찮음 둘이먹어도 될듯..게살파스타도 맛괜찮음 키즈메뉴는 안시키는게 좋음 가격은 좀 비싼듯 서비스는 그냥 그렇고 팁을 실수인지 더 입력해놔서 돈 더 빠져나갔는데 왜 돈 안돌려주나
  • KL
    Kayla Lyda
    Dec 28, 2025
    5.0
    Great dining experience close to Disneyland! The food was delicious, the service was excellent, and it was very kid-friendly, which made the whole experience stress-free for our family. We also loved that they take souvenir photos you can purchase—such a fun touch and a great memory from the trip. Highly recommend for families visiting the area!
  • AL
    Abby Lynch
    Dec 22, 2025
    5.0
    Delicious food! Our server, Sarai, was great!
  • RF
    Rosita Flores
    Dec 21, 2025
    5.0
    Being our first time here its was amazing food service everything..Jeanine was our server she was amazing and attended us really good she really out going and fun we will definitely be back again
  • AV
    Anastasia Volkova
    Dec 14, 2025
    3.0
    While the staff was nice quality of the food was lacking. I ordered salmon with white rice and steamed vegetables. The rice was undercooked and Salman was not very fresh. It’s probably still one of the healthier options in the area though.

Frequently Asked Questions About Joe's Crab Shack

Does Joe's Crab Shack accept reservations?

Yes, Joe's Crab Shack accepts reservations and you can book through their website.

What are the opening hours of Joe's Crab Shack in Garden Grove?

Joe's Crab Shack is open daily from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.