JOE'S CRAB SHACK
JOE'S CRAB SHACK is on the mend. The grade is a B (81/100), yet the trajectory across its recent inspections points up.
It currently ranks safer than 21% of Orange County restaurants we grade. The most recent report (January 28, 2026) still cited 2 high-priority and 1 intermediate violations, so there's room to climb. Diner rating: 4.2 from 5,931 reviews. Menus here flag gluten-free, dairy-free, keto, paleo, and other dietary options.
Trend: improving · B (81/100) · safer than 21% of Orange County restaurants we grade
Get directions Call (407) 352-2928
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- B (81/100)
- Violations
- 3 total — 2 high-priority, 1 intermediate
- Address
- 8400 INTERNATIONAL DR, Orlando, FL
- Cuisine
- American
- Categories
- Seafood restaurant, American restaurant, Family restaurant
- Price
- $$
- Rating
- 4.2 stars (5931 reviews)
- Seats
- 332
- Phone
- (407) 352-2928
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
The recurring subject in this corpus is front-of-house, not the food in general. The staff tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 5.0 stars.
What nobody raises here is tidiness — it goes unmentioned across all 25 reviews. The split is 25 positive to 0 negative across 25 rated reviews. More reviewers landed on 5 stars than any other score — 24 of 25.
The kitchen graded a B (81/100) on 2 high-priority and 1 intermediate violations at its last inspection, which is roughly where the reviews sit too. That result dates from January 28, 2026. The trend across inspections is improvement. That puts it ahead of 21% of graded kitchens in Orange County. What the inspector actually wrote up: cross-contamination and dishwashing facilities.
Nothing here pulls in opposite directions — an unusually clean read. The underlying reviews are reproduced in full underneath.
Our own analysis of 25 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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Joe was so friendly and personable. The food was also piping hot and delicious.
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Amazing food and great service, Crystal was awesome!
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Great waitress and great experience!
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Our server Crystal was fantastic, on top of everything our entire experience with a large table. Food was good and fresh. Enjoyable experience.
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Crystal was super friendly and such a great server!
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Crystal was super friendly and knowledgeable about the new food items.
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Our server, Crystal, was great! Thanks ok good care of us without being pushy and gave great recommendations. We loved the food and would highly recommend this place!
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Crystal was great
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Our wait was short as a walk up without reservations ww only waited approximately 15min to be sat. Our waitress was very nice as she quickly took our orders and expedited the food quickly. The food was very tasty and flavorful. We will definitely return
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Its good for a chain .
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I LOVE THE SERVER JOE. MAKE HIM THE HEAD MASTER OF EVERY RESTAURANT NEAR HERE. HE HAS THE BEST SERVICE AND IS SO WELCUMING. PROMOTE JOE👏👏
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We had a two year old that wasn’t happy and the servers were so good with him. Debbie was our server but another came by, maybe a manager, and brought him two sharks. Our two year old has kept those sharks by his side every moment since then!!
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Crystal was great!! We had a great time and good food!!
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Our server Bruce provided quality service and made sure we understood everything on the menu.
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Crystal was great, food was amazing 10/10.
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Leon is really a great server!!! Drinks are really good! Bring your wallet because between the food and the service don't be a cheap skate!!!
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Good was delicious as always! And Joe is the absolute BEST server!!!!
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Joe was amazing! Really kind, energetic, and made a amazing experience for our family!
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it was great debbie was amazing
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Great experience with my family. Crab was delicious!
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Seated quickly, food was great and our server Crystal was top notch!
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Crystal was wonderful and very friendly and professional, try out the seafood pasta bake! It’s fire 🔥
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Crystal was phenomenal!!! Definitely coming back.
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This time is my second time here visting from Texas, Mr. Joe was very funny and he served my Family very nicely.
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Joe is hands down one of the best servers we’ve ever had! Friendly, attentive, and always one step ahead. He made us feel like valued guests and added so much to our experience. Great job!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Overall Score
73 / 100
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.
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January 28, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
2 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 0 basic
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
- 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
- 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
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September 23, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 4 basic
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
- 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
- 51 — Other conditions of sanitary & safe operation
Safer options nearby
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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: January 28, 2026