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9+ YEARS IN TBR
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RED LOBSTER SALINAS

(5.0 Score)
1720 North Main Street,
Salinas, CA 93906 Directions

Since 1968

Specialty:

✓ Crab-Topped Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms ✓ Popcorn Shrimp ✓ Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops ✓ Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms ✓ Crispy Dragon Shrimp ✓ Hand-Breaded Calamari ✓ Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp Appetizer ✓ Lobster Dip ✓ Mozzarella Cheesesticks ✓ Lobster Flatbread ✓ Crab Queso ✓ Crab-Topped Baked Potato ✓ Crab-Topped Mashed Potatoes ✓ Crab-Topped Asparagus ✓ Lobster Bisque Cup ✓ Lobster Bisque Bowl ✓ New England Clam Chowder Cup ✓ New England Clam Chowder Bowl ✓ Roasted Asparagus ✓ Hush Puppies ✓ Bacon Mac and Cheese ✓ Seasoned Broccoli ✓ Orzo Rice ✓ Crispy Brussels Sprouts ✓ Baked Potato ✓ Creamy Lobster Baked Potato ✓ Mashed Potatoes

"Red Lobster Salinas serves delicious seafood dishes in a relaxed atmosphere. The restaurant is located in Harden Ranch Plaza. They offer catering services for all special occasions. Daily special menus are available. Customers can also try their Create Your Own Ultimate Feast at $49.99. Their classic menu has Garlic Shrimp Skewers, Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, Walt's Favorite Shrimp, and more. The group dining menus are available only when you book your party of 12+ guests. Their three-course shrimp menu features a choice of soup or salad, a shrimp appetizer, and a shrimp entrée. Red Lobster Salinas offers happy hour food and vegetarian options.

2026 Update: The restaurant offers a kids' menu featuring favorites such as Popcorn Shrimp, Macaroni & Cheese, and Chicken Tenders."

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Price:

Starters
Crab-Topped Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms $20.99
Popcorn Shrimp $15.99
Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops $20.49
Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms $15.99
Crispy Dragon Shrimp® $16.99
Hand-Breaded Calamari $17.99
Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp Appetizer $15.99
Lobster Dip $18.99
Mozzarella Cheesesticks $12.99
Lobster Flatbread $19.99
Crab Queso $18.99
Soups & Sides
Crab-Topped Baked Potato $7.99
Crab-Topped Mashed Potatoes $7.99
Crab-Topped Asparagus $11.49
Lobster Bisque Cup $8.99
Lobster Bisque Bowl $10.99
New England Clam Chowder Cup $8.99
New England Clam Chowder Bowl $10.99
Roasted Asparagus $6.49
Hush Puppies $4.49
Bacon Mac & Cheese $7.49
Seasoned Broccoli $4.49
Orzo Rice $4.49
Crispy Brussels Sprouts $6.49
Baked Potato $4.49
Creamy Lobster Baked Potato $9.49
Mashed Potatoes $4.49

Discount:

Get a $5 on Drink Specials on Cocktails, Beer and Wine

Get a $2 on Select Starters

Contact:

(831) 443-8724

Sun-Thu: 11am - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 11pm

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CRAB BUCKET

(4.9 Score)
1260 North Main Street,
Salinas, CA 93906 Directions

Since 2017

Specialty:

✓ Raw Oyster ✓ Lobster ✓ Clams ✓ Dungeness Crab ✓ Blue Crab ✓ King Crab Legs ✓ Snow Crab Leg ✓ Shrimp ✓ Crawfish ✓ Green Mussels ✓ Mussels ✓ Corn On The Cob ✓ Potatoes ✓ Sausages ✓ Cajun Fries ✓ Lemon Pepper Fries ✓ Garlic Bread ✓ Clam Chowder ✓ Sweet Potato Fries ✓ Coleslaw ✓ Salad ✓ Steamed Rice ✓ Ranch Sauce ✓ Cocktail Sauce ✓ Tartar Sauce ✓ Hot Wings ✓ Mozzarella Sticks ✓ Fried Calamari ✓ Fried Shrimp ✓ Fish and Chips ✓ Plain Wings ✓ Chicken Strips ✓ Garlic Pasta ✓ Shrimp Pasta ✓ Fried Ice Cream

"Crab Bucket serves an extensive menu of cajun dishes and micheladas. Their professional and courteous staff is ready to make their dining experience a memorable occasion and they are very friendly and attentive. The restaurant is known for raw oysters, fried seafood, and pasta. You can also try their king crab legs, fried calamari, crawfish, Dungeness crab, and green mussels. Their popular items are snow crab legs, cajun fries, garlic bread, shrimp, and lemon pepper fries. Crab Bucket offers take-out, private lot parking, television, accepts credit cards, and delivery options for customers' convenience.

2026 Update: The restaurant is known for its flavorful Cajun shrimp, garlic butter snow crab, sausages, potatoes, and corn, which are popular choices among diners."

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Price:

Crab Bucket
(12) Raw Oyster $16.00
(Full) Raw Oyster $30.00
Lobster (1 Order) $29.00
Clams (1 Lb) $14.00
Dungeness Crab (1 Order) $45.00
Blue Crab (1 Order) $19.00
King Crab Legs (1 Order) $65.00
Snow Crab Leg (1 Order) $30.00
Shrimp (1 Lb) $17.00
Craw Fish (1 Lb) $12.00
Green Mussels (1 Lb) $13.95
Mussels (1 Lb) $11.95
Extra
Corn On The Cob $1.95
Potatoes (3 Pcs) $4.95
Sausages (12 Lb) $9.00
Sausages (1 Lb) $14.00
Cajun Fries $5.95
Lemon Pepper Fries $5.95
Garlic Bread (3 Pcs) $5.95
Garlic Bread (6 Pcs) $8.95
Clam Chowder $6.95
Sweet Potato Fries $6.50
Coleslaw $3.95
Steamed Rice $2.50
Make It Fried
Hot Wings (6 Pcs) $9.00
Hot Wings (10 Pcs) $13.00
Fried Calamari $12.00
Fried Shrimp $12.00
Pasta
Garlic Pasta $10.95
Shrimp Pasta $13.95

Contact:

(831) 443-0111

Mon-Thu: 4pm - 9pm
Fri: 4pm - 9:30pm
Sat: 12pm - 9:30pm
Sun: 12pm - 9pm

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3+ YEARS IN TBR
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BAG O' CRAB

(4.8 Score)
1401 North Davis Road,
Salinas, CA 93907 Directions

Since 2010

Specialty:

✓ Cajun Fries ✓ French Fries ✓ Garlic Fries ✓ Lemon Pepper Fries ✓ Sweet Potato Fries ✓ Organic House Green Salad ✓ Gumbo Soup ✓ Clam Chowder Soup ✓ Lemon Pepper Wings ✓ Cajun Wings ✓ Hot Wings ✓ Mango Habanero Wings ✓ Bbq Wings ✓ Spicy Korean Wings ✓ Lobster Roll ✓ Chicken Po' Boy ✓ Fish Po' Boy ✓ Shrimp Po' Boy ✓ Snow Crab Legs ✓ Lobster Tail ✓ Whole Mussels

"Bag O' Crab features a seafood-focused menu with signature dishes infused with bold flavors and savory spices. Their seafood is expertly boiled or steamed to perfection, preserving flavors while keeping fresh ingredients. Bag O' Crab. The restaurant has a lively atmosphere, welcoming service, and an unforgettable meal that celebrates the rich flavors of seafood. Dining options include enjoying the experience. Bag O' Crab offers takeout, delivery services, suitable for watching sports, a Kids' menu, and dogs are allowed outside for customers' convenience.

2026 Update: The restaurant offers a wide selection of seafood, including Dungeness Crab, Lobster, Shrimp, Crawfish, and more, prepared using cherished family recipes passed down through generations."

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Price:

Appetizers
Cajun Fries $7.45
French Fries $6.60
Garlic Fries $7.45
Lemon Pepper Fries $7.45
Sweet Potato Fries $7.45
Green Lovers
Green Lovers Organic House Green Salad $7.45
Soup
Gumbo Soup $9.95
Clam Chowder Soup $9.95
Chicken Wings
Lemon Pepper Wings $11.20
Cajun Wings $11.20
Hot Wings $11.20
Mango Habanero $11.20
Bbq Wings $11.20
Spicy Korean $11.20
Po Boy
Lobster Roll $32.45
Chicken Po Boy $16.20
Fish Po Boy $16.20
Shrimp Po Boy $16.20

Contact:

(831) 998-8679

Mon-Thu: 2pm - 9:30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 10pm
Sun: 12pm - 9:30pm

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RED LOBSTER SALINAS REVIEWS

We really enjoyed our dinner. We were seated in an area with enough space for our stroller, so we appreciated being seated in a place with space for our kids. Our waiter was also kind and informed me of how to access my rewards on the app. I ordered the lobster tail. It was delicious. A big plus was how clean the restroom was. Some restaurants don’t have a near area for a changing table and waste basket and Red Lobster does. For a busy Saturday night, we had a good service.

Relaxing atmosphere, great food cooked to perfection. Our waiter was outstanding, being attentive to every detail. Awesome experience.

Our server Kevin was the best, very friendly, and made sure we had the best dining experience ever. When you go there be sure to sit in his section.

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CRAB BUCKET REVIEWS

We went on a Friday night, the place was half full. The hostess saw us an immediately gave us a table. The waitress came right away to offer something to drink and gave us some time to check the menu. She came back and took our order. It took around 15 minutes to be ready. We got 2 pounds of the cajun shrimp. They were not too spicy, the temperature and flavor were great. I also ordered white rice which was also good. The place, food and service were excellent, but is a little pricy. But once in a blue in a while it’s ok.

This place was recommended. We absolutely loved the crab bucket it was amazing. Service could have been better. We had to keep going to the counter to ask for things. They didn’t even bring her items needed for the crab bucket. Otherwise no complaints. The price was good and so was the food.

Food was delicious got shrimp, corn, potatoes, Cajun fries, garlic noodles chicken wings (lemon pepper) and some coleslaw. Overall, great place to come eat. Prices where good too.

BAG O' CRAB REVIEWS

Great tasting food with lots of variety. It is super messy, which is a good thing - it's expected. The menu is well structured and the options can be tailored to your liking. The pricing is market value, so watch the wallet. It can get busy during the normal rush hours - lunch and dinner times - so it's advised to plan ahead. The service is pretty cool with it's delivery of food with the latest tech - using a robot! Kids will enjoy that. Overall, we will be back and hungrier than ever.

A friend and myself waited a week to visit this establishment, and it was worth it. The atmosphere, the service, the robot that brought us our meal, the seafood was cooked to perfection, simply worth every penny. I give it my highest recomendation to visiting Bag O' Crab in Salinas, CA.

Best seafood boil restaurant in Salinas. The food is great and the staff are nice. I love the louisiana flavor and their garlic bread.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

RED LOBSTER SALINAS Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CRAB BUCKET Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Experience: 8
Complete Info: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Variety of Menu: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BAG O' CRAB Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Contact Info: 8
Experience: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgments: 10
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Variety of Menu: 10