Red Lobster - Riverside

Red Lobster - Riverside reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Christina

   Orange County3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Grateful that Red Lobster is still in business, my friend and I went for the Lobsterfest. The decorations and pink bow ties for the waitstaff set a great atmosphere for Valentine’s Day. The food and dessert were delicious. Our servers were friendly, helpful, and very attentive. Thank you to Red Lobster for a wonderful special treat.
   

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   Jessica

   Los Angeles4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on December 26, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Our server, Roberto, was excellent. We didn't have to ask for refills on our drinks because he was very observant. The food was very good. He was always there to see if we needed anything. Thanks for the great service!
   

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   MICHAEL

   Los Angeles1 review

   4.0

   Dined on November 26, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   The food is overpriced, and a minimum 18% tip is suggested. The food itself was great, but I would have preferred paying at least 30% less for it. The waiters were fine, but the expectation of a very high tip dampened my enthusiasm for their efforts. I work as a teacher and am constantly putting myself out for others. I don't expect - and would not accept - a tip for that. Why should I be expected to tip others who are simply doing their jobs - and very basic and simple jobs at that? In effect, I am putting money in the pockets of the business owners because they undoubtedly pay their employees less, telling them, "You'll make up the difference from tips." This means they earn money from me twice - once from their overpriced food, and again from the compensation I am paying to THEIR employees. This type of greed exemplifies most business practices in America and makes me wish there was a way to change it.
   

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   Briana

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on November 25, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The red lobster staff in riverside was amazing. Celebrated a birthday and they came out and sang . Truly a fun time . Food was good and as always the biscuits are my favorite.
   

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   JeanD

   Los Angeles11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on August 19, 2023

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We enjoyed our wait team. Crab legs were sensational. Had a 10% coupon but still not a cheap meal.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Palm Springs3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on July 9, 2023

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had the Ultimate Feast, lobster, shrimp, pasta, salmon, everything tasted great! Great ambiance, service, and food!
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Orange County1 review

   5.0

   Dined on June 8, 2023

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Service was great, food was great, and it made my sons birthday party a great success. Could not have asked for more! 
   

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   DaveS

   Las Vegas2 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on May 12, 2023

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Waiter was either new or incompetent. Forgot to put in our order for appetizers. Several minutes after the appetizers were ordered the waiter came back to our table to ask if we had ordered any appetizers. We ultimately received them the same time the main course arrived. I requested a refill on my beverage which he forgot about until I made a second request. For what they charge for food, service should be a priority. While waiting for our food a couple of tables around us also experienced problems getting their food and the correct food order. Completely unacceptable. Not sure if we will be back.
   

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   MarilynnA

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 23, 2023

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was great. Our server was very attentive. Food was delicious.
   

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    JRothhwellB

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Delectable, Divine. We had; Steak,Lobster,Shrimp combo , Double Lobster, Ultimate Feast, Salmon and Brussel Sprouts (phenomenal). The price was worth every bite.
    

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