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 Destin location and across the nation!
Many customers praised the attentive and friendly service from various staff members, particularly highlighting servers like Sarah, John, and Raven.
Food Quality
The seafood dishes received positive feedback for being fresh and flavorful, although some customers noted inconsistencies in food preparation and portion sizes.
Staffing Issues
Several reviews mentioned understaffing, leading to delays in service and food delivery, which negatively impacted some dining experiences.
Mixed Experiences
While many customers had enjoyable visits, there were notable complaints about poor service and food quality in certain instances, indicating a lack of consistency.
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joane white
Jan 3, 2026
5.0
Sara was our waitress and she was amazing. The food was delicious! Great atmosphere!
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w4rd3n
Jan 3, 2026
4.0
The service is incredibly accommodating and very welcoming, although a bit high in terms of price it does offer excellent quality and many menu options
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Jessica Mullen
Dec 30, 2025
5.0
We showed up with 15 people and got lucky to be sat in Chante's section. She was so great! She has a great personality and handled our party with ease. She handles the 8 kids in our party with ease. She handled all our drink requests and our dinner order was perfect. Thanks for a great experience Chante!!!
John and Sarah were great. We would definitely eat there again. They were extremely helpful and were very kid-friendly. Great place to go if you’re in town!