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Red Lobster

5 Times Square, New York City, NY 10036
(212) 730-6706
Ranked #596 of 7,382 restaurants in New York City
4.0 of 5 stars 130 Reviews
Price range: 20 AUD - 26 AUD
Cuisines: Seafood, American
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Good for: Child-friendly, Groups, Business
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Neighbourhood: Midtown
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1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

it's the best if you love sea food,i went with a good friend of mine and it's her fav place to go for sea food,andi fell inlove with it also and when ever i go to the u.s i will always go there. More

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East Midlands
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

It was my first time trying out lobster so why not visit Red Lobster? After just arriving in New York, this was the food I had to have. The restaurant was extrememly busy, had to wait about an hour so just wandered around Times Square, they gave us the 'Restaurant Buzzer' which called us when the table was ready. So... More

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Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
27 helpful votes 27 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

Went there on a Tuesday got in straight away, food was really good only because I love seafood. The waiter always check to see if everything is ok. Really good franchised company. More

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New York City, New York
1 review
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

We visited the restaurant on a Saturday night. We waited about an hour before getting a table. The hostesses were friendly, polite and accommodating. The waiter disappeared after serving our food, but he must have been keeping an eye on us from a distance because when we were nearly finished with our meal, he reappeared with the check. (However, we... More

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Brussels
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14 reviews 14 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2012

value for money, but nothing exceptional. This nationwide chain maintains its reputation. Go there for Quantity rather than quality. More

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Lafayette, Louisiana
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

I would advise not to visit on a Saturday evening. The wait was over 45 minutes long. The staff was awesome and accommodating because of the wait though. The food was best for getting it at a chain. I am from Louisiana and am accustomed to seafood that has a bit more flavor, but in retrospect, this is some of... More

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Troy, Illinois
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

My family and I celebrated my birthday here while we visited NYC. The place can get really busy so be prepared to wait but it will be worth it. Although the entrance is busy you will find a nice dining area upstairs. Our waiter was very attentive to our needs. The food was excellent! More

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Cartago
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Everithing I ate was delicious! I had to wait like 20 mins to be served, but it was worthy More

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Northumberland National Park, United Kingdom
2 reviews
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

The night we went it was very busy and we were given pagers to let us know when our table was ready. 20 Mins later and we went upstairs to the restaurant .... didn't appear terribly busy at that time. Seemed a nice family place - plenty of children's birthdays - which the staff made a nice effort with. Wasn't... More

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Leeds
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

It was that good,we went back for another meal. Staff very efficient and friendly. ''Awsome Lobster'' Would definately visit again. More

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