Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
New York, NY 10036-5601
Phone: (646) 402-6912
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Between 43rd Street and 44th Street
- Directions:
- 1, 2, 3; 7; A, C, E; N, Q, R, W at 42nd St-Times Sq
- Hours:
- Sun-Thu 11am-12am, Fri-Sat 11am-1am
Message from Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
Causal, Seafood, Family, Fun in the Heart of Times Square New York!
- Incredible Window Views!
- Close to all Broadway Shows!
- Seafood, Burgers, Ribs & More
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Editorial Review for Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. – by Dana Bowen
The Scene
The 12,000-foot franchise, with its countrified, distressed-wood bar, framed "Gump"-isms and stellar view of Times Square from its tourist-trafficked tables upstairs, is chock-full of movie memorabilia. Framed still images from the film line the walls, and Depression-era props perch on shelves. Smiling servers quiz diners with movie trivia, but forget to fill their water glasses.
The Food
Popcorn shrimp, peel-and-eat shrimp, shrimp po' boys--practically every Southern-style preparation Bubba ever conceived is available here, in huge portions for not much money. Kids will love the "Bucket of Boat Trash": crisp-fried, mild mahi and golden shrimp, spicy hush puppies and extra-long fries in an aluminum pail. Grown-ups should try oversized coconut-fried shrimp with sweet-tangy citrus marmalade, or ultra-fresh peel-and-eat shrimp boiled in beer. But stick with crustaceans: Fried chicken arrives dry, ribs lack flavor and clam chowder tastes very little like clam.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasThe fashion torch has been passed from the Hard Rock Cafe: Bubba Gump T-shirts, sweats, hats, etc. are available at the store.
Know Before You GoFruity cocktails and desserts (like a chocolate chip cookie baked and served in a cast-iron pan) are pictured on pass-around paddle menus.
User Reviews for Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
04/07/2008 Posted by yrush007
i've dined at bg's on several times and enjoyed it very much. i loved the movie, so naturally i would enjoy the theme as well. it can be a bit pricey, but the food is really good. i did notice how the calamari and shrimper's heaven (i think i got the name right) portions have dwindled in size. they try to make it seem larger by placing it on a bed of lettuce/cabbage, but it's still quite tasty. if you're really starving, you will leave there satisifed, but i suggest you munch on a piece of fruit or something because the wait to be seated is ridiculous! make sure you carry a sweater/jacket (mom was right!) because it tends to get really chilly inside and the temperature cannot be controlled. the staff is nice and attentive. the view of times square (hopefully they will seat you near the window) at night never ceases to amaze me. all in all, a pretty good experience.
Pros: attentive staff, good food, love the sign on the table and the fact that you don't have to flag someone down for extra napkins which translate into 1 more than the one you had!
Cons: long wait for seating which makes it even worse in the winter because the door is constantly opening and closing!
04/01/2008 Posted by GRGeep
Great place to get a good ole fried shrimp platter with fries and similar fare. The views are spectacular through the large windows overlooking Times Square. Reasonable prices. Very nice, attentive staff who make it a fun experience. I will go back whenever in New York City.
Pros: Fried shrimp, great views of Times Square, friendly service, low prices
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