Joe's Crab Shack - Jacksonville

Won't return..... The first time we went to Joe's was 10 years ago for our daughter's 21st birthday. I remember it as being just okay. We stopped in yesterday for appetizers and was really disappointed. The Garlicky Mussels were overcooked, not garlicky at all and the broth was straight up salt. When I dont eat all the Mussels, there is clearly something wrong there. The Fried Calamari was tasteless and was probably frozen for a long period of time before being overcooked. BLEH. The Crab Dip had potential, although very rich, it was so salty that I only had a couple of bites. My husband's beer was good although we were told that Blue Moon was available, only for the waitress to come back and say they were out, so he went to plan B. The oceanfront location is the only thing going for the place in my opinion.I should have known better as I am really not a "chain" person when it comes to restaurants. Safe Harbor in Mayport has much better seafood and you can purchase just about anything there to cook at home if you wish. Oh, I was amazed at how many boards were loose with nails sticking up as we walked in/out of the restaurant! My husband tripped on the way out.

I will be generous and give it 1 star for oceanfront only.

Goodbye Joe's....…

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