12 Things People Do At Red Lobster (The Staff Can't Stand)

Red Lobster. It's a casual dining establishment for the middle-class folks who enjoy seafood classics with Cheddar Bay biscuits.

Red Lobster was founded on March 22, 1968, and it's still cooking up seafood dishes up to this day. For some Americans, Red Lobster was an integral part of their childhoods, and it might be one of the few restaurants left that inspire nostalgia. It may not be The Capital Grille, but it's so darn good and it's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters with non-seafood dishes such as Cajun Chicken Linguine Alfredo And 7 Oz. Sirloin.

Although Red Lobster is casual, there are some things you shouldn't do or else you'll tick off the staff. With all that said, here are 12 things people do at Red Lobster the staff can't stand. Enjoy and we hope you'll learn something new.

12 Loving The Cheddar Bay Biscuits Is Fine, But You Don't Have To Say It Out Loud

Red Lobster's Cheddar Bay biscuits are scrumptious, but you don't have to pronounce your love for them.

A Red Lobster employee on Reddit wrote: "Basically, we have a guy whose sole duty is to mix the mix with water, roll the mixture into little balls, put them on a tray in an oven, take them out, and brush them with garlic butter. Nothing special about them at all."

11 If You Order A Hamburger, Don't Ask For It "Rare" Or "Medium Rare"

For the carnivores who go off the beaten path and order a hamburger, don't ask for it to be cooked "medium rare" or "rare." It's never going to happen.

A Red Lobster employee on Reddit wrote: "Company policy says we aren't able to cook it any other way than well done and medium well I believe."

10 Don't Ask Servers To Help You Shuck Your Seafood If You're Not Going To Tip

Yes, Red Lobster servers take service seriously. They can shuck your seafood if you can't for whatever reason it may be. But you shouldn't ask them for help if you're not going to tip a little extra because that's just flat out rude and could justify you have bad manners.

9 Having One Too Many Drinks Is Expected, But Not When You Use Your Kids To Fire Back

It's normal to get tipsy while dining out, but it's an abnormal sight to see a drunk mother using her baby as a weapon as an attempt to keep other customers and employees from trying to make her leave Red Lobster. WKBN 27 First News has covered such an incident back in 2015.

8 Stealing Lobsters Is More Than Just A Slap On The Wrist

Florida is home to a lot of goofballs, including a woman who stole a lobster from Red Lobster.

The Tampa Bay Times reported in 2018 that Kimberly Gabel was arrested for stealing a lobster and running off. Gabel was charged for disorderly intoxication and petit theft. We guess that's a nicer way to describe petty theft.

7 Just Because Servers Will Clean Up After You, Doesn't Mean You Should Leave Food On The Table

This snippet of advice especially applies to the "Endless Shrimp" special. It should be obvious, but unfortunately, it's not always ingrained into customers' heads.

A Red Lobster busser on Reddit wrote: "After months of cleaning up countless dishes and shrimp off the floor I am almost excited to go to work tonight."

6 It's Morbid To Ask If The Lobsters Are Taken Out Of The Tank And Even More Morbid When You Ask To Pick A Specific One

It can be morbid to think about an animal's death and it's no different for Red Lobster employees, who may be asked by customers if their lobsters are taken out of the tank and if they can pick a specific lobster for them. It's just a tough subject even though we all know the lobsters will be cooked and consumed.

5 Standard Tips Hurts Servers, Especially During The "Endless Shrimp" Special

Even in states with mandated minimum wages, it still hurts servers when you tip less than 15% — with the exception of poor service — especially during the "Endless Shrimp" special. It's just rude because they work their tails off to make sure you get your shrimp and water or drink refills fast.

4 Hating On Red Lobster Isn't Going To Get You Anywhere

It doesn't make sense for anyone to hate on Red Lobster. It's not going to get you anywhere. It's just a middle-class seafood restaurant. If you're wanting a high-end experience, you should spend your money at another pescetarian-friendly restaurant instead.

3 Objectifying Waitresses Can Terrorize Them For Years To Come

Unfortunately, assault and harassment occur to waiters and waitresses, including those who work at Red Lobster.

A man on Flickr posted a photo of a waitress putting a bib on him with the caption: "The Red Lobster waitress putting my bib on me. I love when she puts my bib on me."

That just sounds really creepy.

2 Just Because A Server Brought You The Wrong Order, Doesn't Entitle You To Attack Him Or Her

We all make mistakes, so please don't feel like you're entitled to attack your server if they brought you the wrong order. Sometimes, it's so busy and they lose track of the tables they have to tend to. Don't be like the coward at a Red Lobster in Fairview Heights, Illinois, in a 2012 Huffington Post article.

1 Don't Walk In If You Don't Have Much Time On Your Hands

Last but not least, don't walk in a Red Lobster to dine in if you don't have much time on your hands. There's one thing if service is really slow, but most of the time, it takes some time to cook seafood the right way. If you need something fast, go to a fast-food restaurant.

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