Seafood restaurant

Red Lobster

RosedaleQueens

3.9· 4,773 reviewsOpen until 11PM
Red Lobster — seafood restaurant — in Rosedale — Queens — NYC
Red Lobster interior — Rosedale

Rosedale

Queens

The brief

About Red Lobster

Red Lobster in Rosedale, Queens is a casual seafood destination that specializes in fresh fish, lobster, and shrimp prepared with classic American flavors. The restaurant offers a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere perfect for both casual dinners and special occasions, with warm lighting and comfortable seating that encourages guests to linger. While the menu focuses primarily on traditional seafood preparations, Red Lobster accommodates various dietary preferences with grilled options and vegetable sides, making it accessible to diners seeking lighter choices alongside their indulgent seafood favorites.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade A

A

Score5(lower is better)

Inspected8/20/2024

Grade A is the highest mark from NYC's Department of Health — about 90% of restaurants earn it.

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Community Rating

3.9

½

out of 5

4,773 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Red Lobster

15 verified Google reviews · 15 with owner responses

4.9

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Yummi Romero
2 weeks ago

Anne provided absolutely amazing service during my visit to Red Lobster! She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. She checked on us regularly, had a great attitude, and made the whole dining experience enjoyable. You can tell she truly cares about her customers. I love Anne and always appreciate how welcoming and professional she is. Thank you for making our visit so special, I look forward to coming back and being served by you again

Response from the owner

Our team will be ecstatic to know this, Yummi. Thanks for the 5-star rating, and we look forward to providing a 5-star seafood dining experience on your next visit!

Lavonnia Arbouin
2 weeks ago

Jay was amazing from start to finish. He welcomed us as soon as we sat down to let us know he would be right with us after finishing up a table. Once he came back he was bubbly and enthusiastic and took our<br>Orders. Checked on us often and made sure our orders were correct. We shall be back

Response from the owner

We're happy to hear you were well taken care of at Red Lobster, and we'll ensure this is passed along to our team! We hope to see you again soon for more of our classic seafood meals!

Arsh Kamran
3 weeks ago

Ian was absolutely fantastic! He was kind, attentive, and incredibly quick throughout our entire meal. He made sure we always had everything we needed and was consistently friendly and professional. What really stood out was his positive energy! He was genuinely happy, upbeat, and a pleasure to interact with. Ian made our dining experience even more enjoyable, and his excellent customer service did not go unnoticed. Thank you, Ian, for providing such wonderful service. We will definitely be back! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Response from the owner

Hi, Arsh. That sounds like the perfect experience! Thank you for visiting and recommending Red Lobster. Hope to see you at one of our restaurants again soon!

Esraa Eusuf
3 weeks ago

The service was phenomenal! Our server Christian was very thoughtful and always thinking of our comfort. We went in for all you can eat shrimp and the food was brought out quickly and all of our needs were met. Would definitely recommend this location. If possible, ask for the same server.

Response from the owner

You just made our day, Esraa! 😍 We’re happy to know you had a LOBSTERful experience at our restaurant, and we hope to welcome you soon for dinner or #RedLobsterToGo 🦞

Annika H
a month ago

We had a wonderful experience at this restaurant and would definitely come back! The food was great, but what truly made our evening special was the exceptional service from Sarder. He made us feel very welcome and comfortable from the beginning, checked in on us regularly, made sure everything was perfect, and handled all of our extra requests with so much kindness and flexibility. You can really tell that he cares about his guests and wants them to have a great experience. Thank you again,Sarder — we felt very well taken care of! :)

Response from the owner

You just made our day, Annika! 😍 We’re happy to know you had a LOBSTERful experience at our restaurant, and we hope to welcome you soon for dinner or #RedLobsterToGo 🦞

Erica ProLocal guide
a month ago

One of the better Red Lobsters we’ve been too. Biscuits were always fresh and warm. Service was great and the endless shrimp was yummy!

Response from the owner

Hi, Erica. We’re glad you enjoyed every bite! Thank you for visiting and giving Red Lobster 5 stars. Hope to see you at one of our restaurants again soon!

Jasmine Bratton-RobinsonLocal guide
2 months ago

I had such a great experience at red lobster 🦞 my waitress, Tammy, was so amazing. This is the second time I came here and had her and the service is always amazing. I ordered the dual lobster tails with shrimp scampi brussel sprouts and mash. Delicious 😋 I ordered the lobster 🦞 beverage

Response from the owner

Hi, Jasmine. We’re glad you enjoyed every bite! Thank you for visiting and giving Red Lobster 5 stars. Hope to see you at one of our restaurants again soon!

LavettaLocal guide
2 months ago

The Staff Is Very Friendly And Helpful. The Hostess Is Very Nice.The Young Lady At The To Go Counter With The Kind Heart. They Both Wear Glasses. The Young Men Are Nice As Well.Akaila Is The Hostess. Tatiana Is The Manager Who Took My To Go Order

Response from the owner

You just made our day, Lavetta! 😍 We’re happy to know you had a LOBSTERful experience at our restaurant, and we hope to welcome you soon for dinner or #RedLobsterToGo 🦞

Shaquana LLocal guide
3 months ago

Wide variety of seafood 🦀🐙🦞🍤options. Delicious and fresh. Customer service at the front was kind of immature 🍼 but playful with a few. However my server Eshia L (indicated on receipt) for the paid section was amazing⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. So attentive and courteous. Red Lobster Great JOB❣️

Response from the owner

You just made our day, Shaquana! 😍 We’re happy to know you had a LOBSTERful experience at our restaurant, and we hope to welcome you soon for dinner or #RedLobsterToGo 🦞

Jenecia Boreland
4 months ago

We had a great experience at Red Lobster thanks to our server Eshia. She is an exceptionally great server, Her work ethics is one for the books she is so polite, gentle, and overall an amazing server to us. She made us feel comfortable she was attentive, friendly, and very knowledgeable about the menu. Our drinks were always full, the food came out hot and exactly as ordered and she checked in at just the right times without being overbearing. Her positive attitude really made our meal enjoyable. Excellent service—we’ll definitely be back! 10/10 Recommended.

Response from the owner

Hi, Jenecia. Thank you for visiting and giving us 5 stars! Happy to hear you were well taken care of, and we'll ensure it's passed along! Looking forward to serving you again soon.<br>

Mala SharmaLocal guide
Edited 6 months ago

⭐ 5-Star Review – Red Lobster, Green Acres Mall (Valley Stream, NY) ⭐<br><br>Red Lobster at Green Acres Mall absolutely delivered tonight — this location stays underrated, but they are on their game. The energy was warm, the service was sharp, and the food came out fresh and flavorful.<br><br>A huge shoutout to Marilyn, our waitress — an absolute doll. Super accomplished, extremely attentive, and genuinely one of the sweetest, most professional servers I’ve had in a long time. She made everything effortless from start to finish, and she absolutely deserved the $30 cash tip we gave her on top of our dinner total.<br><br>Cocktail<br><br>Started with the NEW! Guava Chili Margarita ($14.99). Espolòn Blanco, Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur, guava, fresh lime, and that bold Tajín rim. 310 calories of sweet heat perfection. They even offer a non-spicy version with a sugar rim — but honestly, go for the Tajín kick.<br><br>Starters<br>• Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms ($14.49) – Six perfectly baked, savory, creamy bites.<br>• Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops – smoky, buttery, and ridiculously addictive.<br><br>Dinner<br>• Walt’s Favorite Shrimp (260 cal) – Iconic, light, crispy, and golden.<br>• Garlic Shrimp Scampi ($18.99, 440 cal) – That signature garlic scampi sauce is everything. Rich, garlicky, and perfect.<br><br>Total & Tip<br><br>Dinner came to $125.92, and we added a well-deserved $30 cash tip for Marilyn because she was truly outstanding.<br><br>Overall<br><br>This Green Acres Red Lobster is consistent, friendly, and professional from the moment you walk in. The staff takes pride in what they do, the plates come out hot and flavorful, and the overall experience is exactly why people still love Red Lobster.<br><br>Highly recommend — and yes, I’ll be back. ✔️

Response from the owner

Hi, Mala. That sounds like the perfect experience! Thank you for visiting and recommending Red Lobster. Hope to see you at one of our restaurants again soon!

MochaLadyLocal guide
7 months ago

EXCELLENT service from our waiter and DELICIOUS food. All Red Lobster staff we encountered were very friendly and professional.

Response from the owner

Hi. That sounds like the perfect experience! Thank you for visiting and recommending Red Lobster. Hope to see you at one of our restaurants again soon!

Blesyn Henry
8 months ago

The food was really good! My server Keneisha G was sooooo kinddd…. Loved her hairr.. very tea… Clean restaurant… very quiet enjoyed my experience. I recommend the Bacon Mac and Cheese

Response from the owner

Hi, Blesyn. We’re glad you enjoyed every bite! Thank you for visiting and giving Red Lobster 5 stars. Hope to see you at one of our restaurants again soon!

Oneil RamsaranLocal guide
8 months ago

Wonderful Birthday Celebration at Red Lobster (Valley Stream)<br>I recently celebrated my mom’s birthday at the Red Lobster in Valley Stream, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the experience! From the moment we walked in, the front desk staff was warm and welcoming they seated us right away with no wait time, which was a great start to the evening.<br>Our server, Ahsaki, was absolutely amazing. She greeted us with a genuine smile and made sure we were comfortable and taken care of throughout the entire meal. Without me even having to ask, she brought out a birthday dessert and sang “Happy Birthday” to my mom, which made the celebration feel extra special. That small but thoughtful gesture meant a lot to us.<br>Ahsaki was incredibly attentive, checked in on us regularly, and made sure our food was exactly how we wanted it. Her positive attitude and excellent service truly enhanced our dining experience. She has a great demeanor, and I sincerely hope her manager takes note of the wonderful work ethic she brings to the team. She absolutely deserves to be acknowledged and appreciated for going above and beyond.<br>Overall, we had a lovely time, and I would highly recommend this location especially if you’re lucky enough to have Ahsaki as your server. Thank you for making my mom’s birthday so memorable! I appreciate all your efforts!

Response from the owner

Hi, Oneil. Thank you for sharing your birthday experience with us and for recommending Red Lobster! We’re happy to hear you were well taken care of, and we’re looking forward to serving you again soon.

Rich HarveyLocal guide
a year ago

Went to Red Lobster in Valley Stream, NY for a family dinner. Once we were seated, we were greeted by a server who took our drink order and helped us with a few menu questions.<br><br>The restaurant had a good-sized crowd, and there was background noise in the bar area.<br><br>Our beverages arrived promptly along with some warm biscuits.<br><br>There was an assistant manager who was walking around, checking on patrons to ensure they were having a great experience.<br><br>Our food arrived after a short wait. Each food item was well-prepared, with the exception of a few scallops that were slightly overcooked.<br><br>I found a table display advertising a "3 Course Shrimp Sensation." I opted for this meal and I really enjoyed it. This meal was also a great value.<br><br>We are really looking forward to our next meal at Red Lobster.

Response from the owner

We're happy to hear you were well taken care of at Red Lobster, and we'll ensure this is passed along to our team! We hope to see you again soon for more of our classic seafood meals!

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