Joe's Crab Shack - Rowing Club

Name: Joe's Crab Shack - Rowing Club
Address: 525 E Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA, United States, 92101-5907
Telephone: (619) 233-7391
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (39)

$30 and under

Seafood

525 E Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101-5907

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2 people

Jul 4, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Lively
Charming

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
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 233-7391
Website
https://www.joescrabshack.com/location/joes-crab-shack-rowing-club/
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
525 E Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101-5907
Neighborhood
Barrio Logan
Cross street
Located in the Embarcadero Marina Park South
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 39 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.0Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.0Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Joe's Crab Shack - Rowing Club delights with its "fantastic" service and waterfront views. Known for the "BEST apple crumble," the restaurant offers generous portions and flavorful seafood dishes. While some mention service and food inconsistencies, the charming atmosphere and attentive staff, like waiter Carlos, make it a "great little restaurant."

39 Reviews

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Brandon
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sassy our waitress was fantastic, food and drinks delicious and great price!
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Tanecia
New York City4 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
First time at Joe’s Crab Shack. The food was good and the servers were great and attentive.
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taide
Los Angeles1 review
4.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Location was nice as it overlooks bay. Food was over priced for crab boil.
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Emily
San Diego19 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for Father’s Day, reservations at 11. We were seated immediately and our server and service were fantastic. The food (Joe’s Classic Sampler appetizer, Broiled Seafood Platter, Captains Plate, and Not Joe Mama’s Chicken) were soooo good, but sooo much food that we all took at least half of our main courses home. We also had the apple crumble for dessert (which is why we took half of our food home because we wanted to leave room for dessert!). It was the BEST apple crumble we’ve ever had. And can’t beat the view…right on the water. Highly, highly recommend Joe’s Crab Shack!
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Keita
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was so nice place especially at the outsidedoor sheets. Feel good San Diego vibe
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sarah VIP
San Diego8 reviews
1.0
Dined on June 9, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The crab was bendy. Snow crab was so flexible you could bend it in half without breaking it.
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Linda
Tampa / Central Florida West43 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a great casual place on the water.We had a great waiter named carlos. The bartender prepared my martini with super fine sugar around the edge and it was outstanding.I went over to let her know.Also spoke to the manager about what a nice experience.We have, this is a great little restauran. I had the fisherman's platter with crab and shrimp and white fish and chowder was delicious. The prices are very reasonable.
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Lisa VIP
San Diego109 reviews
1.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
Had a reservation on Mother’s Day and we had tickets for a show at Rady’s Shell. Ordered water no lemon and a broiled seafood platter and a Shrimp Sampler. The water came with lemon in it. The food finally came and it was cold. The broccoli was not all the way steamed. It was close to raw. After a wait of 5 minutes after receiving our food, I finally decided to find some sliced lemon for the shrimp. Went to the kitchen area and asked for sliced lemon for the food and told the person that we had not seen our server since we ordered our food. He brought over the lemon and sent over the manager. The manager said that our server had a large party in the bar area. I told him my food was cold and my son told him that his broccoli was raw. He said that he would bring my son more broccoli. The server showed up and I told her my food was cold and I had her touch the shrimp. She took the whole seafood sampler back and the manager came over and said that he would comp the food and bring me another one, but hot this time. He brought more broccoli for my son, which was still not cooked. I rec’d the hot food but, the broccoli was still super al dente and everything was overly salty this time. The manager wanted to bring more broccoli, but I declined. The crab mix stuffed crab shell is mostly a stuffing and barely any crab. It’s like a bread ball in a crab shell. Not that I wanted it, but I was not given one of the bibs that were given to the mothers on Mother’s Day. We have a reservation for August for my son’s birthday, but we are having second thoughts. Not sure if we will be back.
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Sean VIP
San Diego57 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 28, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The location on the water was very nice and the food was good.
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Russell
San Diego22 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice Saturday night dinner. We had not been to Joe's in a long time. Too bad the employees don't dance anymore.
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FAQs

Joe's Crab Shack - Rowing Club offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 233-7391.

Joe's Crab Shack - Rowing Club is rated 4.2 stars by 39 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 4, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Google Map for Joe's Crab Shack - Rowing Club

525 E Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101-5907

Additional information

Cross street
Located in the Embarcadero Marina Park South
Neighborhood
Barrio Logan
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 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, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.joescrabshack.com/location/joes-crab-shack-rowing-club/
Phone number
(619) 233-7391
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 - Rowing Club

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Menu

What 39 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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