Joe's Crab Shack - Louisville

Name: Joe's Crab Shack - Louisville
Address: 131 W River Rd, Louisville, KY, United States, 40202
Telephone: (502) 568-1171
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 3.7

3.7 (46)

$30 and under

Seafood

131 W River Rd, Louisville, KY 40202

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2 people

Jun 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Lively
Good for groups
Great for scenic views

Joe’s Crab Shack offers a variety of favorites from all parts of the sea and shore. From its extensive menu, guests can choose from buckets of seasonal seafood, fried shrimp platters and fish dishes, as well as options from the “mainland” that include steak, sandwiches, and chicken. Guests can indulge in over-sized and creative cocktails, such as the Shark Bite which is playfully garnished with a shark toy. Since its inception, Joe’s popularity has stemmed not only from its menu, but also its retail store. With various pieces of merchandise for purchase, including the ever-popular tie-dye T-shirt with the phrase “Peace, Love and Crabs,” Joe’s has become synonymous with the word “fun.”

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Phone number
(502) 568-1171
Website
http://www.joescrabshack.com/location/joes-crab-shack-louisville/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Sergio Ortiz
Catering
Joe’s Crab Shack now offers online ordering for all of your event catering needs! Placing an order is just a few clicks away. Build your order, checkout and let us take care of the rest - your favorite dining options will be delivered straight to your door, or anywhere you choose.
Private party facilities
Joe’s Crab Shack prides itself on creating special experiences designed to make lasting memories for you and your guests. From the time you book with us to when the final toast is made and your last guest leaves, our dedicated team will be there to provide a safe and unforgettable experience.
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
131 W River Rd, Louisville, KY 40202
Neighborhood
West Louisville
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 46 people are saying

Joe's Crab Shack - Louisville reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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3.7

3.7 based on recent ratings

3.7Food
4.0Service
3.9Ambience
3.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Louisville
Kid-friendly
Louisville
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Joe's Crab Shack in Louisville offers "gorgeous views" by the Ohio River and a "fun atmosphere," ideal for celebrations. Standout servers like Joey M provide attentive service, enhancing the dining experience. While some reviews note service delays and food inconsistencies, others appreciate the "great beverages" and "fantastic seafood platters."

46 Reviews

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Robin
Central Kentucky1 review
1.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We drove two hours to eat at Joe’s Crab Shack and were very disappointed with the experience. Unfortunately, the food quality was not what we expected — only 2 out of the 5 people in our group felt their meals were even just “okay.” The steaks were poor quality, and the crab legs were extremely tough and stuck inside the shells, making them hard to eat. On top of that, we witnessed two servers arguing over who was supposed to have our table, and the server who ended up helping us seemed unhappy and never smiled the entire time. Overall, this visit did not meet our expectations, and we left feeling let down after making a long trip just to eat there.
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Michael VIP
Central Kentucky11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We enjoyed our laid back, fun, and delicious Father's Day dinner at Joe's. The crab leg boils are our favorite.
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Michelle
Utah10 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Such a fun place to eat by the Ohio River. Gorgeous views and good food. But the service was SO slow! It took 30 minutes just to get our drinks and over an hour to get our appetizer and then food:(
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Khiana
Las Vegas3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 7, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Joey was awesome! He made my graduation celebration with my family a great one! My graduation ceremony ended earlier than expected and when I called to move up my reservation, the host was very accommodating. When we arrived we were automatically seated. Joey was friendly and patient with us. He checked in frequently and gave recommendations. The food came out fresh and was delicious, He had the whole restaurant wish me a congratulations on getting my masters degree. Our dining experience was great!
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dawn VIP
Wisconsin8 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
There was a band that played so loudly I could not hear my table mates or server
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Diedre VIP
Central Kentucky18 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Our first time at Joe's Crab Shack and probably our last. We had heard such good things about this restaurant. Since we love seafood, we thought we would try it. The fish tasted like grease. My daughter's medium steak was well done. The cole slaw was awful. The chicken was dry. Our server was missing, not refilling drinks. Took over an hour to get our food. It was loud my grandson had to go outside. Constant screaming by a waitress encouraging a group of kids age 9-10 to pretend they were doing shots. One of the worst restaurant experiences we've ever had to date.
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Angela VIP
Indiana13 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Super dinner out with my kiddo. King crab, and a seafood platter were fantastic. Great beverages and service too!
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Mike
South Carolina2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great location. Appropriately and nicely decorated dining area. Service was great. Food - we live in a coastal, Georgia city where fresh seafood is readily available, so we can benchmark what good seafood is. Joe's Crab Shack was an absolutely pleasant surprise. It was very good.
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Cody
Indiana1 review
2.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Food was mediocre, the server was stoned and forgot everything we said, forgot sauces, forgot silverware, got drinks wrong. It appears this location has went downhill significantly since the last time I was here. Couldn’t not recommend coming back.
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Mallorie
Grand Rapids / Western Michigan2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious (I highly recommend the shrimp and crab dip), the service was great, the price was higher than other places.
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FAQs

Joe's Crab Shack - Louisville offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (502) 568-1171.

Joe's Crab Shack - Louisville is rated 3.7 stars by 46 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Jun 18, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

Google Map for Joe's Crab Shack - Louisville

131 W River Rd, Louisville, KY 40202

Additional information

Neighborhood
West Louisville
Hours of operation
Daily 11:30 am–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Comfort Food
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Sergio Ortiz
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
http://www.joescrabshack.com/location/joes-crab-shack-louisville/
Phone number
(502) 568-1171
Catering
Joe’s Crab Shack now offers online ordering for all of your event catering needs! Placing an order is just a few clicks away. Build your order, checkout and let us take care of the rest - your favorite dining options will be delivered straight to your door, or anywhere you choose.
Private party facilities
Joe’s Crab Shack prides itself on creating special experiences designed to make lasting memories for you and your guests. From the time you book with us to when the final toast is made and your last guest leaves, our dedicated team will be there to provide a safe and unforgettable experience.

Joe's Crab Shack - Louisville

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