Red Lobster - Nottingham

The restaurant's posted closing time is 12am, but when we arrived, a woman informed us that they actually close at 9pm. When we asked again, she clarified that their closing time is 8:30pm.

I had always been hesitant to try this restaurant because of its reputation for being expensive and receiving mixed reviews. However, I was pleasantly surprised. Despite not being as costly as I had expected, the seafood was of excellent quality, comparable to what you would find in Maine. The shrimp bowl was especially delicious, with perfectly balanced flavors. And, of course, the biscuits were phenomenal. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience.

When we left the restaurant, there were only a few customers. It appears that the menu has been revised because of Covid, so the selection may not be as extensive as anticipated. The staff were fantastic - professional, friendly, and offered great drink suggestions. Personally, I didn't enjoy the coconut shrimp, but that's just my preference. The Lobster Bisque was excellent, and the Baja shrimp dish was delicious and exactly what I expected. The Bahama Mama cocktail was potent and well worth the price compared to the Long Island Iced Tea. I'm unsure if I would return, but overall it was a positive experience.

I don't know why I haven't gotten around to reviewing Red Lobster, but as always, the food was pretty good. We were seated promptly, our server was incredibly friendly, and the food came out hot! So why only 4 stars? Well, my lobster wasn't as good as I had hoped, it was a bit dry. However, the rest of my meal was cooked perfectly. Overall, we had a good experience and left with full stomachs.

Had the delight of visiting this fine restaurant eleven years ago around Mother's Day in May 2011. Never got a chance to review it. Food was just delightful. Cheddar biscuits really stood out for it's taste and seasoning. Seafood was mouthwatering. Waitress was always there helping with a smile. Very rewarding experience. Got to return.