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    Red Lobster

    3.1 (223 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, American
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Overcooked lobster

    We arrived at noon today, seated immediately in a very low lit area. We thought about trying some wine however the one we wanted, they didn't have. (Merlot) Then we thought about having a margarita. We asked our server how much they were she did not know and then told us that they were on the menu. Neither her nor us were able to find a price. Do not order the lobster lovers duo. Lacks flavor is overcooked tough to chew. We advised our server about the lobster. She told the manager about this and he told her to take our plate to him so he could see it for himself. Maybe this place does business different but other places, the manager usually goes to the table.

    Kent R.

    The real standout this evening was my server Diana. She knows the menu inside and out and her service was kind and attentive. She made the whole experience better. The food was very good as well. I had shrimp and crab and everything was cooked perfectly and priced reasonably. I'll definitely be asking for Diana next time.

    Salmon New Orleans*
    Brandelyn G.

    My husband promised to take our kids after sharing a nostalgic story about taking a girl to Red Lobster on his first date. We were seated almost immediately on a Sunday afternoon, which was surprising because usually restaurants are busy during this time. My husband ordered the New Orleans style salmon while I had the shrimp feast with shrimp scampi, Walt's, famous shrimp, and shrimp Alfredo. My children ordered the popcorn shrimp and the chicken tenders and they all enjoyed their meals. The one thing that I was disappointed in was that the salads were no longer complementary as I recalled from when I came years ago. However, what made this visit special was the hostess at the front. I wish I could remember her name, but she took the lobsters out of the tank and showed my children and allowed my kids to pet them. She even gave a quick lesson on how they typically live in the sea and how you have to burp them after taking them out from the water. The restaurant is a bit dark, the booth seats felt a bit sticky and I feel that it could be updated and that is the only reason why I've taken off a few stars, but the staff was great and the service was good.

    Ultimate Feast with double Shrimp Scampi, Snow Crab Legs, Maine Lobster Tail, with Baked Potato and Brussels
    James F.

    So I just called Red Lobster a dumpster fire in my last review of another seafood restaurant. On a corporate level yes; this IS my Red Lobster in South Austin. Last review 2009 and truthfully I don't dine here too often as I don't work in town. Another update, Sheryl who mentioned way back when is still there. 42 years at this location! The reason for this visit was two fold. Support the folks that have taken care of me for all these years. Second, Rooster loves fish and chips and wanted to make sure he had a cheddar biscuit fix before summer. The day before Rooster and I spent half the afternoon looking for his retainer in his room. We didn't find it, but I did find two leftover Vanilla gift card he had forgotten about. We had $155 combined to use so why not splurge. GF, son, mom and myself met for lunch. Sure enough Sheryl greeted us and led us to our table. No appetizers consumed because biscuits! Our server was amazing; drinks refilled promptly. All necessary tools provided for the feast to crack those crab legs! Rooster got his Fish and Chip fix; GF had a bowl of chowder and calamari. I settled in for the Ultimate Feast. I do like that it's customizable these days as I usually don't want the fried shrimp. For today I chose the snow crab legs, Maine lobster tail, and double shrimp scampi. Not gonna talk sides except the rock lobster tail I added. Every seafood item cooked gloriously. Scampi was garlic butter excellence; snow crab legs cracked with ease. Maine lobster tail versus the rock tail provided different nuances in flavor. With gift cards used we owed $6. Add in tip and we dined in extravagance for $46. Support your local RL!

    lobster tail included with the seafood boil bag
    Janet D.

    We've given this place plenty of chances over the years and I'd really hoped for things to improve this time. Picked up a large order for my father's birthday dinner and not only did they leave out the fish and chips (ordered and paid for an hour in advance + extra fifteen minute wait, forced to refund after they refused to deliver), the cheddar bay biscuits were cold and the lobster in the seafood boil looked more like a mystery nugget picked off of the kitchen floor. Never again.

    The bartender Bianca was absolutely amazing. Let me know about happy hour drinks, suggested the crab carbanara and it was sooo good! Only bad thing: the bar tile was making my feet slip. Definitely coming back to see Bianca! What an amazing Christmas experience!

    Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo
    Durane Clayne G.

    Terrible!BEWARE!!!! Found a roach in my food. This is so gross and unsanitary. I ate some of the pasta where the same spot i noticed that theres little dead roach in it. This is beyond unacceptable! This is a big health risk! I am so upset. G

    Tails on shrimp pasta
    Ariel S.

    Red lobster used to be a lovely place to go for seafood without the high prices of seafood, of course the quality was never supposed to be as good either but you get what you pay for. There prices have sky rocketed for worse quality of food. Be pared if you order any pasta to dig the shrimp out and remove the tails yourself. I asked our very nice waitress about the tails on the shrimp and she said that's just how they serve shrimp pastas now. The endless shrimp is only cool if you plan to stay hours and come alone because the rest of your party will be done with their food before your second portion ever arrives. It seems they wait you out so your food settles therefore not full anymore. Never going to any red lobster ever again and that's sad because my family & I used to love it.

    Tuesday Snow Crab special
    Shannon H.

    Quiet, clean and so good! Service was excellent and our food tasted amazing! Fresh, hot and tasty! Definitely will visit again!

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    Yikes. Apparently it's not worth seating a table of 2 when it's already half a hour before closing.

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    I had fabulous food and the service was great. The portion size is good. Can't forget their tasty biscuits.

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    8 out of the 9 people in our group got serious cases of food poisoning. Will not be going back.

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    great food love the endless shrimp, very clean restaurant always new foods pretty good service

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    Magdalena was amazing. Service was great as a service industry worker. I'm more than happy to come here again!

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