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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 Riverwalk location and across the nation!
Details
- Dine-inAvailable
- DeliveryAvailable
- TakeoutAvailable
- Accepts reservationsAvailable
Location
Hours
Reviews
4.2
3,221 reviews
5 stars
2,002
4 stars
536
3 stars
275
2 stars
157
1 star
251
What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Service Quality
Many customers praised the service, particularly highlighting servers like April, Jacob T, and Marquis for their attentiveness and friendliness.
Food Quality
While some dishes were enjoyed, several reviews noted inconsistencies in food quality, particularly with crab legs being overcooked or lacking flavor.
Wait Times
Multiple customers expressed frustration with long wait times for seating and food, indicating that service can be slow during busy periods.
Atmosphere
The restaurant's atmosphere received mixed reviews, with some enjoying the river view while others found it too hot or noisy.
- LGLaura Garcia5 days ago3.0I love their sea food, great atmosphere by river walk, but sadly our boil came a little over cooked, and most of it felt too chewy to enjoy…oysters were delicious though and great service
- EBElizabeth BoldDec 30, 20251.0Skip this place. Came in w/ a large party and when server was told he had large party- he rolled his eyes. Took so ling long for some one to ask for drink orders then took 1 1/2 hours for our food. Most of food was so so. Server confused about clam chowder. Steak way overcooked but didnt want to wait another hour for a replacement. This was the worst location I've ever been to. Find another place around here.
- JGJackie GomesDec 28, 20251.0I was taken here for my birthday dinner because I love crab. To start off our waitress came to the table being rude. I brushed that off maybe she had a bad table before us. We asked her if we could order because we knew what we wanted, she rolled her eyes and said yeah. We ordered snow crab classic. When we got our food we both were handed the plate still in the bag and some wire thing under it. That never happened before. But I was hungry we later noticed that we weren't given snow crab like we ordered we were given a snow crab and some kind of other crab. We didn't notice until my husband cracked the leg open and everyone was black inside. I did touch mine yet so I called the manager and he said she placed the order for Joe's special. Not what we ordered. His way to fix it was he can give us a snowcrab classic to SHARE. when we checked out I was still charged for 1 snow classic and 1 Joe's special. If you are in san antonio I wouldn't recommend going to this place after the way I was treated on my birthday. Surfing Crab, Mr crabby, kings all have WAY BETTER SERVICE and take care of you when it wasn't your mistake. I don't know if I will ever go back after the way I was treated.
- SISin informaciónDec 25, 20255.0Tardan un poquito en traer los alimentos y algunas bebidas además que el plato de pollo frito no lo sirven como viene en la imagen del menú fuera de eso esta todo muy rico el mojito 100% recomendado
- CHCat HKDec 19, 20255.0It's been awhile since we dined at Joe's after they closed up some locations in Dallas. During this road trip to San Antonio, we had a great experience revisiting our long time favorite restaurant. Hubby enjoyed his seafood lasagna. My Crab Daddy Feast was DeLish! Clam chowder was flavorful as well. Our experience was good on its own but adding April's excellent service, it's phenomenal. Highly recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions About Joe's Crab Shack
Does Joe's Crab Shack accept reservations?
Yes, Joe's Crab Shack accepts reservations. You can make them on their website.
What are the opening hours of Joe's Crab Shack?
Joe's Crab Shack is open Monday to Thursday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
When is happy hour at Joe's Crab Shack?
Happy hour is available Monday to Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The restaurant is closed for happy hour on Saturdays and Sundays.
What types of meals are served at Joe's Crab Shack?
Joe's Crab Shack serves lunch, dinner, and happy hour meals.
Does Joe's Crab Shack offer pickup and delivery services?
Yes, they offer in-store pickup, curbside pickup, and delivery services.
What payment options are accepted at Joe's Crab Shack?
They accept American Express, Cash, Check, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Travelers Check, and Visa.
Is Joe's Crab Shack family-friendly and accessible?
Yes, Joe's Crab Shack welcomes families, is wheelchair accessible, offers high chairs, and has a children's menu.
Which nearby attractions can I visit before or after dining at Joe's Crab Shack?
You can visit nearby places such as Mala Fama (pub and dance club), Club212 (dance club and bar), and Paesanos Riverwalk (Italian restaurant and bar) for entertainment and dining options.
How can nearby hotels complement your visit to Joe's Crab Shack?
Nearby hotels like Club Wyndham Riverside Suites and Wyndham Riverside Suites provide convenient accommodation options if you're visiting Joe's Crab Shack from out of town.
Are there any nearby medical or health facilities near Joe's Crab Shack?
Yes, nearby health facilities include National Sinus Institute, J. Keith Wright, MD, and The Podiatry Group, which can be useful if you need medical services while in the area.