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Joe's Crab Shack

3502 Seawall Blvd, Galveston, Galveston Island, TX 77550-8846
409-766-1515
Ranked #32 of 203 restaurants in Galveston
4.0 of 5 stars 50 Reviews
Price range: INR0 - INR1,689
Cuisines: American, Seafood
Good for: Child-friendly, Groups
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner
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Houston, Texas
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Went here for a late lunch at 3pm, pretty quite. We sat outdoors on a picnic table with a nice view of the gulf. Our waitress was very friendly and patient (it was my first time there). She sat next to me first and then when she came back sat next to my husband and helped us figure out what... More

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San Antonio, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Went on a Saturday night, no reservations accepted. Great food and great service and good music. Very casual atmosphere. More

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39 reviews 39 reviews
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27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

We were in Galveston after visiting Moody Gardens. We decided at the last minute to Eat at Joes Crab Shack. We had been to other Joe's but not in Galveston. When we walked in the place was pretty full. We were told 30 minutes for a table of 4. We were seated in ten minutes. The service was great. The... More

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See 2 more reviews by Houstontravellovers for Galveston
League City, TX
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

I took one of my friends to lunch today to catch up. I had seen the advertisements on TV about the shrimp boils and thought it looked good. We were seated right away. When the waitress came to take our order she couldn't hear us as the other staff was clapping their hands, dancing and the music was blaring. It... More

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Houston, Texas
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Bad service, long wait.. food ok but order took forever. More

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See 5 more reviews by Jayjaybean for Galveston
Texas
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Food was so good and atmosphere was so much fun. We went at a less busy time, but the staff was still friendly and dancing every now and then. Playground outside is good if you just came from the beach, but not if your kids have other types of shoes on and it was muddy in places because other kids... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

we had a party of 14 the food came out at all different times up to 30 minutes between orders. Its not fun when half the people in your party are just sitting there watching you eat, and when your done then their food comes out. The manager gave us our meals at half price. I blame the kitchen staff... More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

Food Excellent!! Informal place on the Seawall---waitstaff was attentive and fun to our group of six. The crab buckets are chock full of seafood and the bibs they tie around your necks are hilarious! I can't wait to return to Galveston to go back to Joe's. Peace, Love & Crabs More

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Houston, Texas, United States
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

the food was what was expected, but tasty horrible service but it was one of the only restaurants open past 9pm More

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See 2 more reviews by CEEandME for Galveston
Dallas, TX
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012

There are two Joe's Crab Shacks on the island. We ate at the one located on the Seawall which is in a brand new facility and located directly across from the beach. Like all Joe's, the menu is the same and is a little pricy but they do have really good crab legs. Most dinner items are in the $15... More

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