Joe's Crab Shack

Reviews

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  Annalea Mann

  2 days ago
  5.0
  Anthony! (I think that is the right name he used to be an MMA fighter) but he was literally the best. A blessing of a server for my husband and I after countless “ehh” experiences throughout Branson. Both being in the service industry we loved the experience. Please never forget you are a blessing to this world and it’s not done with your light yet. The food was good. My first time having crab and his suggestions were 10/10. We hope life blesses you tenfold friend and our paths cross again to hear about your journey!
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  Brady

  3 days ago
  5.0
  We had a wonderful experience. The food was absolutely delicious, everything came out fresh and perfectly prepared, and the service made the meal even better. Our waiter, Sam, was fantastic. He was friendly, helpful, and incredibly attentive throughout our entire visit. He made sure we had everything we needed and went out of his way to make sure everything was perfect. Great food and outstanding service from Sam made this an excellent experience. We will definitely be back
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  Ava Castillo

  4 days ago
  5.0
  This place is an absolute gem! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the service was impeccable. Our server (Beth ) was attentive without being overbearing, offering fantastic recommendations. And the food? Simply divine! Every dish was a masterpiece, bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. We'll definitely be back! And we can’t wait to see Beth again !
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  Chad Schneider

  Aug 23, 2026
  3.0
  Travelers for vacation all the way from Iowa. Atmosphere was great and they sang some songs and danced too. Fun. Our waitress was not very attentive, I had to ask her to refill my empty glass after 5 min and we waited 6 min to get our check after we were done eating. Usually it should come out sooner. We also asked why the boil didnt have any butter with flavoring in the bag to dip food in when they put it on the plate. The waitress agreed that sounded better lol The 2 little bowls of butter was new to us. Other Joe's we been to do it to add more flavor and it was amazing. The bottom of the plate is covered in the dipping sauce lol they also only let me pick one flavoring. Others let me pick what ever I wanted. The food ended up being ok but was dry. We love Joe's & even use their recipe at home but was disappointed this time. Was hoping they all did the same thing for a $100 meal.
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  M reeves

  Aug 8, 2026
  5.0
  Joe’s Crab Shack, Branson: Come for the crab. Stay because apparently your family has completely lost control. We came here with my sons and my girlfriend, and everybody loved it. The seafood boil was awesome, and the crab dip is dangerously good. It’s the kind of appetizer everyone agrees to share until it arrives, and suddenly you’re protecting your corner of the bowl like you’ve been stranded at sea for six weeks. Our waiter Rory was fantastic. Friendly, funny, attentive, and somehow managed to keep up with our table while we slowly devolved from respectable restaurant customers into whatever the hell you see in these pictures. 😂 And then there’s the SHARK BITE. 🦈🍹 Whoever invented this drink deserves a raise. BEST. DRINK. EVER. They give you a little plastic shark with it, which apparently causes adults in their 40s to immediately lose all remaining dignity. My girlfriend ended up dual-wielding crab crackers looking like she was about to make a lobster confess to something, while I sat there wearing an “I Love Crabs” bib with a plastic shark shoved up my nose. This is romance, people. At some point Rory probably looked at our table and realized his hospitality training had not prepared him for this situation. Great service, awesome seafood boil, incredible crab dip, and Shark Bites strong enough to convince you that putting marine life in your nostril is comedy gold. If you’re looking for a quiet, sophisticated seafood dinner where everyone behaves appropriately, I can’t help you. But if you want great food, great drinks, an awesome waiter named Rory, and family pictures that may eventually be used against you, Joe’s Crab Shack in Branson is absolutely worth it. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10 for the food. 10/10 for Rory. 37/10 for the Shark Bite. 🦀🦈 Would absolutely put the shark up my nose again.

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