Red Lobster

Ah, the ubiquitous seafood joint that dots many a cityscape. While it might not transport you directly to the coastal villages of Maine, it offers a decent seafood experience that is consistent and comforting. The ambiance? Think nautical without going overboard. The dishes? They toe the line between traditional favorites and chain restaurant predictability. A highlight has always been their warm, cheesy biscuits – a temptation hard to resist. All in all, if you're looking for a straightforward seafood meal without the frills, Red Lobster casts a wide enough net to reel you in. It's decent, dependable, and occasionally delightful.

We haven’t been to a Red Lobster in over a decade and though it’s a chain restaurant, it definitely has its place. That being said, we went and tried their weekly special where you can order unlimited shrimp and it was actually quite fantastic at that price point. Our waitress was very attentive and cordial, which could be quite rare at restaurants in downtown Silver Spring. All the shrimps were cooked well and overall they did a great job, not too shabby for a chain restaurant. It was a weeknight and the restaurant was a bit empty, which honestly we didn’t mind.

Good value for the all you can eat shrimp. They no longer include salads with entrees, which is fine and I assume a measure to keep prices more reasonable. Staff could be more friendly. At times it seemed like we were a bother. The bathrooms were also not super clean. Overall, I’ve gone to this location a few times and I would return. I mean who doesn’t love those biscuits!

I haven’t been to Red Lobster in years, so I was especially glad when I bit into a delicious cheddar bay biscuit last week. I also enjoyed my sirloin, green beans, and mashed potatoes with Norwegian lobster. I can’t remember the name of my drink, but it was recommended by my waitress, Isabella, and it was really good. All the staff were very nice and they did a good job of making sure everyone was socially distanced since they don’t offer outdoor seating. This was a nice little dinner the other night, I’m looking forward to returning for some lobster soon!