JOE'S CRAB SHACK

JOE'S CRAB SHACK passes cleanly. The state put it at an A, 96/100, at its latest health inspection on May 5, 2026.

It pulls 4.2 stars across 10,792 reviews and ranks safer than 73% of Volusia County restaurants we grade. Look for american in Daytona Beach. Menus here flag vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, and other dietary options.

Get directions Call (386) 238-4050

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (96/100)
Violations
4 total — 4 basic
Address
1200 MAIN ST, Daytona Beach, FL
Cuisine
American
Categories
Seafood restaurant, American restaurant, Family restaurant
Price
$$
Rating
4.2 stars (10792 reviews)
Seats
623
Phone
(386) 238-4050
Website
Official website
Photo of JOE'S CRAB SHACK
Photo: Joe's Crab Shack

Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.2 Community-sourced rating 10,792 reviews
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What diners say — our read

There is no middle ground in these 22 reviews. Reviewers who mention the staff rate this place 4.1 on average — it is working in the restaurant’s favour. After that, how long an order takes appears most often — 27% of the corpus, averaging 2.8.

Behind those, whether food comes out hot is raised in 18% of reviews (3.0 average). 15 of 22 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 4 are two or lower. More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 13 of 22.

Against that, the kitchen inspects well — an A (96/100), 4 basic violations at the most recent DBPR visit. That result dates from May 5, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is downward over the records we hold. That puts it ahead of 73% of graded kitchens in Volusia County. What the inspector actually wrote up: floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained.

The honest summary is that the evidence is mixed on both sides. Full reviews follow below in the order they were left.

Our own analysis of 22 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 30, 2026

    The food and staff were amazing. It was a little noisy for me personally but not horrible. I definitely reccomend the bacon wrapped shrimp!

  • June 30, 2026

    Went for lunch with a group of friends. Got seated quickly, service ok. Really disappointed by the food though. The shrimp had no flavor neither did the Mahi.

  • June 29, 2026

    Give Delaney a raise. Best recommendations. Super sweet. Super kind. Will def be back to Joes of Daytona

  • June 29, 2026

    Food was good! Service was alright!

  • June 29, 2026

    We went in today at 9:20pm. I guess they close at 10pm on Sunday. The hostess said there were no seats outside, but there were many. She was rude and ignorant. When walking out, the server Larry said he heard the hostess and had the outdoor area, and he gave us a seat immediately and treated us great. Big applause for their server Larry.... businesses need more people like Larry... not like the hostess. Thank you for a great night Larry! I am giving a 5 star review just because your server Larry came and saved the night.

  • June 28, 2026

    Never come to this "restaurant". We were given a great table overlooking the beach; my fiancee and I couldn't wait to have dinner because of the weather/view. After 30 minutes of no one coming to our table and watching 5 waitresses argue with each other while looking over at us, it was clear that no one was ever coming. The place was nearly empty as well. I wish I could say something about the food but because of how BLATANT the rest of the staff was with purposefully not serving us (Despite seating us) likely it would be full of spit, hair, and may be rotten because this is not a "restaurant", it's a paid playground for their staff. The picture is of me after 30 minutes of no one coming to our table and getting ready to leave.

  • June 27, 2026

    The rooftop bar was a great spot to wait for our table and ended up being one of the highlights of our visit. Unfortunately, dinner inside didn’t live up to expectations. The coconut shrimp didn’t taste like coconut at all and mostly tasted like overcooked breading, and the dipping sauce wasn’t good. The fried shrimp tasted like frozen, pre-made shrimp and lacked flavor. My husband ordered the $60 crab leg boil, and for the price, the portion size of the crab legs was disappointing. The one good thing was the peel-and-eat shrimp appetizer, which we did enjoy. Service was a little slow but not terrible. Overall, for the cost, the food wasn't worth it, and we definitely wouldn’t choose to dine here again.

  • June 27, 2026

    It was very hot and humid when we visited Daytona so we came in here for a drink at the bar we've been to Joe's Crab Shacks before but it's been a while the bartenders were great I even got to keep a glass with one of their selections

  • June 27, 2026

    Food is normal. Most of it taste like frozen good on England seafood plate with bacon shrimp. For 40.00 you would like it be be great. Kids enjoyed snow crab legs. Green beans werecwaaaaay over cooked and asparagus under cooked. Tine to find a new seafood place in Daytona. This place is officially OVERRATED for the prices.

  • June 27, 2026

    Great food and service

  • June 27, 2026

    Beautiful restaurant on pier, waterviews all around, reasonably priced meals and drinks considering, will likely be back. Also fireworks show was amazing, they did not cheap out

  • June 24, 2026

    It’s 80degrees in there at 630. What are they thinking. I know it’s Florida but we went down the road and are now eating in a nice air conditioned restaurant

  • June 24, 2026

    Amazing!!! Our food and service was the best!

  • June 23, 2026

    Waited over 45 minutes for food that wasn't even remotely warm, will not return

  • June 23, 2026

    We’re out of towners. Infact, first time in Florida ever!! I’ve had Joe’s on the west coast numerous times and have always loved it and the atmosphere seems to be country wide which is incredible to experience. Ever disappointed by Joe’s. This visit was particularly special because of our waiter, Chris. My son took it upon himself to bear hug Chris , and completely caught him off guard. Chris accepted the hug and showered my baby boy with so much gratitude and love . Chris was exceptionally patient with my older family and my very young son. He was very attentive to us and made sure we got expect what we wanted . Chris made this experience my son hasn’t stopped talking about in a week. So I’m here, a week later (better late than never I guess) to thank Chris one more time for making our first day in Florida so awesome . A little mindless goes so far in life . I hope important people see this so give Chris his flowers . I went back a couple days later and sat at the bar solo and saw him again. Same energy with everyone he encountered . A couple other people working seemed to be discouraged by lack of help and possibly the over population because of the World Cup. Despite this Chris was still ear to ear smiling and making the best out of everyone’s interaction. Chris, I would want you to work for me and they’re lucky you work for them. You’re one in a million. May you flourish in life . God bless

  • June 23, 2026

    This Joe's Crab Shack location has flunked out for our family. We tried to eat at this particular restaurant three times, and each time the food got worse and worse. The food? Terrible. The service? Nonexistent. The atmosphere? So loud that even when we shouted, we couldn't hear each other.

  • June 22, 2026

    The food was good and our server, Steph, provided great service. Try the cheesy garlic bread.

  • June 22, 2026

    The food was great and London, our server, was amazing! The people working at restaurants are the direct ambassadors for the business and London didn't disappoint. You will love the food, the atmosphere and the service!

  • June 22, 2026

    Highly recommend! Fantastic location sitting on top of the ocean on the Pier. It felt like a surfing luncheon! We loved the atmosphere and positive vibe of the restaurant. A great Father's Day celebration with delicious seafood and drinks. Our server was Morgan and she was great! Thank you - we will be back!

  • June 22, 2026

    I had the best experience!! Umbertto and William did an amazing job. We ate on the roof and the scenery was amazing ! It was my first time Coming and it won’t be my last

  • June 21, 2026

    Awesome place great doors and great service, thank you Larry great service.

  • June 21, 2026

    I went on June 20th with friends. My first waitress Bri came to my table and asked us what we want to drink and I told her that we are going to wait for another friend who was paying upstairs. (I just sat in there I didn't know what I want) she told me with a rude tone" oh so you are not going to order the beverages until they came down" and left. But her tone and her actitud was so rude. I guess she didn't like us because then Tia (new server) came and told us that they swapping sections and she will be taking care of us. She was super attentive, always with a smile and nice. I can understand that some people can be rude towards waitresses but this wasn't the case with Bri. The food was good. The manager was walking around the tables asking how was everything (which this is a nice thing) we told what happened and who grateful we were with Tia and her service.

Overall Score

79 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 20/20
    7 options listed
  • Community rating 17/20
    4.2★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 2/10
    Declining, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 10 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 10 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 10 PM
Friday
11 AM to 11 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 11 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 10 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. May 5, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×3)
  2. April 28, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    5 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 9 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 09 — Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food
    • 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices (×3)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized (×2)
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 27 — Water source safe; hot and cold water under pressure
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×4)
  3. December 3, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 8 basic

    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×5)

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: May 5, 2026