Sadly giving Red Lobster 3 stars. One because we were supposed to have a 15 minute wait and it turned out to be 30 to 45 minutes. There was people leaving because of the wai time. But, our Server was so nice, helpful, and patient about everything. We tried the crab stuffed shrimp Rangoon. It was okay, wasn't hot coming out and not the kind of Rangoon we are used to. But, it was still good. You could taste the crab and shrimp which was a good thing. We ordered crab legs and the Bar Harbor Lobster bake. They were all good. I didn't realize the lobster was a pasta dish but, it was really good! I couldn't finish it all and ended up bringing the rest home. The down side is that our entrees were not hot or even nice and warm. We feel like our food set in the window in the kitchen for a bit. At least the cheddar bay biscuits were hot, thank goodness! And the crafted Vanilla creme soda was great as well. read more

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First time at Red Lobster . Food was excellent!!!! I had the Fish & Chips and the lunch portion was huge!!!!! I'll have left overs for dinner!!!! Service was good and the atmosphere was nice!!! I'll be back for sure. read more

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Poor service Poor food Not be back Been twice Same both times Its gone downhill Used to like read more

5-stars for the wonderful customer service we received. Our waitress was really friendly and attentive. She was the highlight of our dining experience. The food was good. Lobster Fest was going on and there were a ton of delicious lobster dishes on the menu. I got the lobster roll and it was filled to the brim with warm buttery meat. You can't go wrong with their cheddar herb rolls! read more

I'm giving it 3 stars because the food was good but service was absolutely terrible. My waiter took forever to even come to our table, and once he did, never introduced himself. He asked did we have any questions about the menu, we asked what drinks were included in the 5 dollar drinks he said these 4 drinks which he pointed at the menu and walked away, and left for another 10 minutes. He didn't ask if we wanted anything other to drink than water which he just brought to the table or anything. When he finally did comeback and take the other he said I'll bring biscuits, this man brought back 2 biscuits. Like literally one each. And then never came back. Different waiters brought our food back which isn't really a problem but when I finally did get ahold of him and told him I'd like a Pepsi he brought me one back with no ice and it was half full . Not sure what was his problem today. The other waiters were amazing, they brought us silverware and napkins which we didn't have at our table. It's funny because as we were sitting a big party was going to be seated and he made sure to our the tables together with silverware in hand, napkins, and water. I didn't appreciate that at all. I'm assuming he must've saw that as a big tip opportunity and must have looked at us as not a good opportunity for a tip which I tip very well especially if the service is good. Not sure if I'll go to this location again after the service I received read more

Arrives for dinner at 9:10, and was told they are no longer serving though they close at 10:00. This is why companies are having trouble meeting their budget, if you have patrons you do not turn them away. read more

So, my husband and I haven't gone to Red Lobster in about a year, and today, we decided to give it a try. Big mistake. We should have known something was up when we noticed the restaurant wasn't busy at all. Nevertheless, the hostess sat us near the bar. We placed our order, and for not being busy, it took about 25 minutes before Carly S., the waitress, delivered our meals. I ordered the lobster & chedder bay stuffed shrimp meal. The lobster was a kid size lobster (very small), tough and dry, and the cheddar bay stuffed shrimp was soggy. My side order of broccoli was overcooked and tastless. Sadly, this will be the last time we will go back. read more

Hair in my food and when I asked for them to prioritize my new dish, they said they would not. Food was good but nothing special. I found it frustrating that they were out of crab and when I asked to do the lobster instead, they did not inform me of the $10 upcharge. read more

The food is hit and miss, the restaurant is always filthy and very short quality staff I feel they need to organize and clean the blinds and restaurant! read more

They have a serious problem with the software on the register. It was automatically adding double the tip. I left at 20% tip and the system added a 40% tip. It needs immediate attention I hope it gets it. read more

Red Lobster for that seafood lover in you! When I was a kid, I thought that Red Lobster was the FANCIEST restaurant you could go to. And it had to be a special occasion to go, like my grandmother's birthday. As an adult, I have learned that Red Lobster is just the seafood version of Olive Garden and I can go on any given day of the week if I'd like. My sister-in-law and I like to go together. One of us can usually manage to find a coupon in an email or from the newspaper so we can get a few bucks off our entrees. On weekends it gets pretty busy and there tends to be a wait. If you're there by 5:30 on a weeknight, you'll get sat right away. We always load up on the free Cheddar Bay biscuits because they are life. All entrees come with a salad to start too, so save your money, there's no need for an appetizer. Most recently we visited during Lobsterfest, but usually my choice for dinner will definitely include a Maine lobster tail. For living in the midwest, this seafood tastes pretty good--at a pretty decent price. Our server was cordial and efficient. He took good care of us while we dined. I've never gotten desert here. I'd like to meet someone that has. After all the cheddar biscuits, salad, and an entree that comes with 2 sides, who has the room? We always leave stuffed and happy that we live in a world where a beautiful chain restaurant like Red Lobster exists! read more

We came for the endless shrimp. Our server was great and very attentive. Salad was delish. I drive the few extra miles to the location on Polaris Parkway because the food is better, atmosphere better and overal quality better than the one located on Dublin Granville rd. I ordered Salmon cooked with the cajun spices and grilled, it was fabulous. Husband ordered endless shrimp. He was very satisfied. Good selection with endless shrimp and he especially liked the Nashville Chicken shrimp. Service was quick. I haven't been to endless shrimp in a few years so great improvement in the speed of service for the refills. read more

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Sadia just knew how to rock our visit! She is hilarious and engaging. Food was also exceptional... well the mashed potatoes were seriously lacking zing, maybe even a sprinkle of paprika or chives? All else was great. We reserved on Open Table, only a brief wait for the family ahead of us. The paper menus are not my favorite, because you don't know if they toss them after use. Otherwise, really great dinner! Kit read more

Please if you like RL, then look at other reviews. I feel that RL just no longer tries. That is a broad statement of the entire company. I could copy and paste this to every RL I have visited. The service is "I don't care". The food out of the kitchen is "I don't care". The mixed drink from the bar is "I don't care". The busser or cleaning staff absolutely is "I don't care". Managers that visit the table is Shock and Awe, like they've never heard such fails before. Why am I even here? Because once in a while, she craves Crab Legs from here. Never have I ever suggested this place. read more

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Really good food to have, and was delicious and really good service and nice waitresses, quick and hot food, would definitely come again

I ordered delivery. It was a mistake. The food arrived on time with no issues, however, I felt for the price I paid it was not a good value at all. The description of quinoa in the shrimp bowl failed to mention it would be 99% white rice and 1% quinoa. The black beans were straight out of the can; no salt and cold. They also forgot the coleslaw that was supposed to come with my husbands fish and chips. By the way, $15.99 for one thin piece of cod is ridiculous. The biscuits and my shrimp were good. read more

July 25th I had a Gift card from my birthday so opted for lunch there hoping for better than last few visits. We were both extremely surprised. Our Server Kathryn was amazing, explained the new Bardie? crabs as we were looking at Crab fest. She was on target from start to finish even after she got seated 3 more times after us. We both had Crab, a mushroom appetizer, and as hoped the Cheddar Bay biscuits were warm and delicious. Our last experience, a disaster, was at the store on E Dublin Granville rd which turned into a dump and is now boarded up. Our last time at this Polaris store the crab was less than desireable and service was mediocre at best. Yesterdays lunch date was over the top food and service wise.... hope it was not just a lunch time fluke as I have another "card" and will try endless Shrimp maybe. Kathryn you rocked it.....Good job read more

I ordered curbside. The food was ready on time, it was hot, and the young lady who brought it out was extremely nice. I ordered the new crabfest. It was flavorless. I ordered a side of the honey Sriracha sauce and although it was spicy it had no actual flavor. I also had a side of the garlic sauce, and it was also flavorless, no butter or garlic flavor. The plain butter that comes with the steamed crabs has more flavor. read more

Asked waitress if could only order lunch portion clams. She wasn't sure but said she would try and would I like a salad for additional up charge "just in case". When the clams arrived it was like huge 3-4 portions along w baked potato. When the bill came she had charged the most expensive meal in menu plus up charge for a house salad which I think was to be a side for that feast platter. . Live and learn, push waitress to assure understanding of request otherwise you will pay the unexpected! read more

Fabulous Supper..Manager Jennifer made me feel special..look what $25 buys u..includes tax..18 huge Fantail shrimp, baked potato, huge bowl of delish chowder, great biscuits..apparently doesn't allow me to post pics..no fun read more

This is probably my favorite Red Lobster in the city of Columbus. So much that I had my Birthday dinner here this year. Of course, I had to have the Endless Shrimp, which used to be seasonal but is everyday now. The shrimp scampi with some Cajun spices top my preferred choices and the shrimp alfredo is pretty tasty as well. The server was really nice and professional and proficient with service. I will be back most definitely. read more

Red Lobster - Starters - Seafood Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

The service was phenomenal. We started off with salad and lobster brisk it ended it with shrimp linguine with extra strip and it came out piping hot and great. Only downfall was I didn't feel good the next day and I feel like something that I ate didn't agree with my stomach but the service was great, our server was phenomenal and I would absolutely recommend this place again read more

A whole lot of my family ended up here after going to another seafood restaurant with a 2 hour wait. This night the Red Lobster told us that they had a 1/2 hour wait- and surprised us with only a 15 minute wait. The place was cleaning out and tables had opened up and hadn't been bussed yet. It was a Saturday night so I think we got there "after the rush." Nevertheless, Adam, our kind and attentive waiter, was on it- and got thirsty people their drink orders stat!! I haven't been to Red Lobster for years. Happy to see the extensive menu AND oysters! If you read any of your reviews- you know I like some oysters. Of course I had to try. My nephew, dad, and I attacked them. They were not shucked in vain! They were a healthy size and tasty. Lots of ultimate feasts were ordered (individually and shared), and mussels. The mussels didn't all open - Adam not only noticed but provided additional mussels. Oh and those crazy biscuits are super good, addictive, and probably fattening so you should TRY to limit yourself to one. . For those of us that can exhibit self control... . The ultimate was good- shrimp a few ways, crab, and lobster. Oh yeah and veggies and other sides if you care for that sort of thing So yeah- check this place out- ask for Adam. He's on it. read more

The Polaris Red Lobster is the first I have ever been to of a Red Lobster. I would always hear about how their food was great including their cheddar bay biscuits. My first meal here I got was the four course feast deal that is $15.99. Oh my this was bliss at first bite. I couldn't believe you could order soup, salad, main course and dessert for just that price, it was unbelievable! I remember my first meal comprised of the chicken tortilla soup, fresh garden salad, wood grilled tilapia and then a brownie. I was so full just after the salad. Still I couldn't wait to try the tilapia and brownie and of course it didn't fail for me. I make a lot of fish at home so my expectations for any restaurant with seafood is high and this met my standard of good seafood. The servers are always nice here and I also like their Bahama Mama drink here but I have to blame my fiancee for getting me hooked to that drink after coming back from Florida where we would just have that drink at the resort every night. One thing I'm most proud to share is Red Lobster has changed me for the better and now I have stepped out and tried new things I would not normally eat. This includes their New England Clam Chowder that I tried the other night and thought it was good. Normally I would never try this kind of soup and I have also learned to like other things on their menu. So kuddos to Red Lobster! read more

Food was great, right temperature, pick up on time and Excellent Service!!!!! I would definitely recommend family and friends to the Polaris Red Lobster!!! read more

All I have to say is this: Cheddar Bay Biscuits. Every time I have eaten at this location, it is almost never busy. So why, oh why, do I have to wait to get refills? That's just crazy. Food is pretty good, though I generally stay with shrimp. I am not really a fan of seafood, but shrimp is a win every time. I also like their garden salads, though if you get a salad with your meal, always ask for the dressing on the side, otherwise, your lettuce will be swimming. They have really good potato soup as well. The 4 course meal is probably their best option - why not only pay $16.99 for soup, salad, entrée (+1 side) and dessert. Only thing that sucks is that you are really limited on what entrée you get. They are a bit pricy for what you get, but overall, it's good eats. read more

I am not sure why this location is 3 and 1/2 star. But red lobster being known for sea food cuisine and its luscious creations, this location deserves 4 stars for sure. I am holding on to that one extra star, because i did not really find the drinks over there to be as great as other places. read more

Red Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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I love this location. The waitresses are cool. Atmosphere awesome, no sewage smell like most restaurants and the bathroom was clean

It was an impressive value, but there were a few slight hiccups. Red Lobster has family meal deals for carry out right now. We ordered the salmon package which contained 4 pieces of salmon, two sides (mashed potatoes and baked potatoes for us as there were limited options). We added on a lobster dip. Salad did not appear to be available as part of the deal. The ordering process was a pain. It was fine taking the gift card, which was for two cents less than the total order, however adding a tip was impossible as it would not accept a second form of payment. When I arrived the front door was locked. A frazzled greeter opened in a few moments and directed me to the bar to pick up my order. Hand sanitizer was available in the entry. I noticed there were no lobsters in the tank. The seating was properly socially distanced for eat in guests. I quickly got my order and patiently explained the concept of a cash tip to the bar tender. I feel the masks hindered communication a bit. I wondered why we didn't do curbside pickup, but again the app did not make this seem like something available. The sign for it thrown in a Lowe's bucket felt like an afterthought. When we got home the meal was still warm and was mostly as expected. The chips for the dip seemed lower quality than normal, constantly breaking when putting on topping, it detracted a bit from the creamy lobster flavor. The mashed potatoes were easily enough to feed more than four servings. read more

Yum I've always like Red Lobster . Yeah it's a chain , But it's good Great service here usually , I like the create your own combos Love the cheddar bay biscuits Good stuff read more

I should have learned my lesson but I didn't. I don't know how you mess up garlic butter but they managed to do that. The salad had wilted lettuce in it. The steamed broccoli was old and partially burned (yellow). The fries were cold, floppy and tasteless. The scampi was over cooked and swimming in oil. Hopefully I've learned my lesson. read more

Service was terrible, waited over an hour for food that was definitely not worth the price we paid for it. Yes prices have gone up which is completely understandable IF the quality remains somewhat similar. I can make frozen fish sticks and popcorn shrimp at home that taste exactly the same and maybe even a little bit better. The only thing remotely appetizing or fresh were the biscuits. And guess what you can make them at home! Quality has severely tanked. To be honest I am surprised they have not gone out of business... yet. read more

The food was delicious and the server was spectacular!! But when you're starred at bc another server needs your table and continuously being starring at, it becomes rude and disrespectful. It's not our fault the hostess sat your table and your party was too big to sit at a single table. The server in question with a "Blue Scrunchie" in her hair. I hope you realize disrespecting your guests at your place of business all because of a table is wrong!!! Hope your table was worth your embarrassing way you portray your establishment!!! read more

Katherine is the BEST. The menu is limited (I'm assuming due to covid) but she explained everything really well and took great care of us. We don't get to this side of town often but when we come back i here we will definitely ask for her. Seriously. Ask for Katherine. You won't be disappointed. read more

Had a wonderful experience here on Saturday. It was my middle son's birthday and he specifically requested to come to Red Lobster. After taking all our kids to see Black Panther, we called here (because they have call ahead seating) to see what the wait time was (45min) and to have our names added to the list. We arrive and are told we have a wait time of only about 10 minutes (AWESOME SAUCE)! Within the 10 minutes we are called to our table and greeted immediately by our server (young guy with glasses and tattoos on his arms). He takes our drink & food orders & returns promptly with our drinks. He tells us the kitchen's a little busy and it may take a little longer than normal for our food to come out. No problem. Within about 15 minutes our food is out and tastes great. (If you like spicy food and haven't tried the Dragon Shrimp, try it. You will love it.) Because it's my son's birthday, he received a complimentary scoop of ice cream with chocolate sauce (they even brought my daughter one even though it wasn't her birthday). He devoured it. Our server was absolutely wonderful the entire time. No waiting on refills or requested sauces. Def recommend. read more

Good place. Super friendly ! They have endless shrimp here now. My second plate of shrimps was delayed so I took it home. That's how they make sure you don't end up with 4 plates of shrimps. Haha! Great place for fish lovers read more

Red Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Yes it's a chain, yes it's not the cream of the crop of seafood but it's one of those places that bring back memories for me. Almost all my family trips involved a stop at Red Lobster. The rolls are my favorite of any retstaurant chain and I battle with my inner child every time I come to eat something other than the popcorn shrimp. This is one of those special restaurants to me. You all have one admit it! read more

My son and I went into the Red Lobster on Polaris November 6, 2020 for a late lunch. The girl greeted us and said there would be a 15-20 minute wait. There was a couple of ladies there eating and that was it. The greeter said we had to wait because there was only one server. Are you kidding me?? We left and went next door to Olive Garden and had a GREAT meal! read more

Subpar seafood joint. Overpriced for the quality of food and service. Nothing to write home about.

Not the best seafood out there, which I imagine is pretty known. But I do love the quality for the price! And at this specific location, the atmosphere is wonderful and always bustling with business. I love the combo deals that they always offer that allow you to choose more than one item. I think that's one of the best things about red lobster. You can get one meal that comes with a lobster tail, crab legs and shrimp scampi. read more

Red Lobster - Absolutely delicious. And more options that one can even think of! - Seafood Near Me - Columbus, Ohio