Jacksonville Beach, January 19, 2026
Joe’s Crab Shack will shut its Jacksonville Beach location on January 24, 2026. Operating for nearly 20 years, this closure highlights a broader trend of declining foot traffic in seafood chain restaurants, which saw a decrease of 1% recently. The chain will only have 14 locations remaining across the country. Several other seafood restaurants in Jacksonville have closed in recent years, contributing to a challenging environment for seafood dining. Despite some brands experiencing slight sales increases, Joe’s Crab Shack’s decision to close reflects ongoing struggles within the industry.
Jacksonville, Florida – Joe’s Crab Shack to Close Jacksonville Beach Location
Joe’s Crab Shack, a well-known seafood chain, is set to close its Jacksonville Beach location on January 24, 2026. This closure will leave the chain with just 14 locations nationwide. The Jacksonville Beach restaurant had been operating for nearly 20 years before its impending shutdown. The decision to close this location follows a trend of declining foot traffic in seafood chain restaurants, which experienced a 1% decrease between 2023 and 2024. Despite this, some brands, including Bonefish Grill, Red Lobster, and Long John Silver’s, have seen slight sales increases in late 2025. A representative for Landry’s, Inc., which owns Joe’s Crab Shack, did not respond to inquiries about the reasons for the Jacksonville Beach closure or the chain’s broader downsizing.
Recent Seafood Restaurant Closures in Jacksonville
In addition to the upcoming Joe’s Crab Shack closure, Jacksonville has witnessed several other seafood restaurant closures in recent years. Notably, in May 2024, Red Lobster closed all three of its Jacksonville locations, contributing to a broader trend of restaurant closures across the United States.
Background on Joe’s Crab Shack
Founded in Houston in 1991, Joe’s Crab Shack expanded to nearly 140 locations nationwide by 2014. However, the chain has experienced a significant decline in recent years, with the number of locations decreasing to just 14 by October 2025. This reduction reflects broader challenges within the seafood restaurant industry, including changing consumer preferences and increased competition.
Industry Trends
The seafood restaurant industry has faced challenges such as declining foot traffic and changing consumer preferences. Despite these challenges, some brands have managed to maintain or slightly increase sales, indicating a complex and evolving market landscape.
FAQ
Why is Joe’s Crab Shack closing its Jacksonville Beach location?
The closure is part of a broader trend of declining foot traffic in seafood chain restaurants, which experienced a 1% decrease between 2023 and 2024. Despite this, some brands, including Bonefish Grill, Red Lobster, and Long John Silver’s, have seen slight sales increases in late 2025. A representative for Landry’s, Inc., which owns Joe’s Crab Shack, did not respond to inquiries about the reasons for the Jacksonville Beach closure or the chain’s broader downsizing.
How many Joe’s Crab Shack locations will remain after the Jacksonville Beach closure?
After the Jacksonville Beach location closes on January 24, 2026, Joe’s Crab Shack will have 14 locations nationwide.
What other seafood restaurants have closed in Jacksonville recently?
In May 2024, Red Lobster closed all three of its Jacksonville locations, contributing to a broader trend of restaurant closures across the United States.
What is the history of Joe’s Crab Shack?
Founded in Houston in 1991, Joe’s Crab Shack expanded to nearly 140 locations nationwide by 2014. However, the chain has experienced a significant decline in recent years, with the number of locations decreasing to just 14 by October 2025. This reduction reflects broader challenges within the seafood restaurant industry, including changing consumer preferences and increased competition.
What are the current trends in the seafood restaurant industry?
The seafood restaurant industry has faced challenges such as declining foot traffic and changing consumer preferences. Despite these challenges, some brands have managed to maintain or slightly increase sales, indicating a complex and evolving market landscape.
Key Features of the Article
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Closure of Joe’s Crab Shack Jacksonville Beach | Scheduled for January 24, 2026, leaving 14 locations nationwide. |
| Red Lobster Jacksonville Closures | All three Jacksonville locations closed in May 2024. |
| Joe’s Crab Shack History | Founded in 1991, expanded to nearly 140 locations by 2014, now reduced to 14 locations. |
| Seafood Restaurant Industry Trends | Facing challenges like declining foot traffic and changing consumer preferences, with some brands maintaining or slightly increasing sales. |
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