Ranking US Seafood Chains From Worst To Best

Joe's Crab Shack is a casual seafood restaurant chain with 28 locations across the U.S. They offer crab buckets, other seafood, and even chicken and burgers.

This chain has an average Google rating of 4.03 stars. Some diners were happy with their meals and the overall atmosphere, while others complained of cold food and slow service.

With food trucks in over 25 states and five brick-and-mortar locations, Cousins Maine Lobster offers lobster bisque and rolls, clam chowder, and seafood sandwiches.

Locations are franchised, so the quality of service and food varies. The Florida location is rated 4.4 on Google, while the Raleigh, North Carolina location is rated 3.6.

Despite some locations being forced to close, there are still hundreds of Red Lobsters worldwide. The menu includes an array of seafood and non-seafood options.

Customer favorites include salmon and the famous Cheddar Bay Biscuits. However, some were disappointed by their meals and found service to be almost non-existent.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is a themed dining chain based on "Forest Gump," where shrimp is the star, but plenty of other seafood options are also available.

Bubba Gump's 22 locations have an average Google rating of 4.1 stars. Diners at the Orlando location rave about the atmosphere, theme, top-notch service, and delicious food.

McCormick & Schmick's is an upscale seafood chain with just under 20 locations that prides itself on sourcing fresh seafood through sustainable practices.

Positive reviews here cite fabulous food, impeccable service, and a delightful atmosphere. However, one reviewer claimed that the restaurant ignored his son's allergies.