This is one of my dad favorite spots to eat and they never fail. His favorite is spicy chicken gizzards a childhood classic of mine and this time the owner was there! I was thankful to see how she takes control of her crew she doesn’t let anyone “run her ship” for her and the customer service was amazing. She insisted I wait on a better batch of gizzards that fit her standard of food and I didn’t mind the wait, it was all well worth it and I was taken care of nicely. Employees were vibrant cohesive and consistent.
Pamela West
Feb 19, 2026
5
I love this place. The food is banging! The staff is really friendly and professional.
Robin Carter
Feb 7, 2026
5
I love this place. Open mic night is so much fun. This place is family friendly and free parking and easy to access. They have the best shrimp in town.
Meriem Tazi
Dec 29, 2025
5
I’ve been coming to Skrimp Shack Durham for a while now, and I have to say, the place has really hit its stride lately.
Ordered my usual favorites this time: the spicy shrimp basket, Big Cat sandwich, scallops, and of course the banana pudding. Everything was on point. The shrimp had just the right heat, the Big Cat was stacked and flavorful, the scallops were perfectly cooked, and that banana pudding never misses. You can also feel a different vibe in the restaurant these days, smoother operations, friendlier energy, and just an all-around better experience. It’s clear the leadership is making a difference. Omar, the GM, has brought a fresh, positive presence that shows in how the team runs the place and how customers are treated. This spot has always had great food, but right now it feels better than ever. Definitely one of my go-to places in Durham. 👍🍤
Alexis Killin
Dec 11, 2025
5
I was in Durham for work and chose Skrimp Shack on a whim based off the good reviews, and I’ll now be a regular every time I’m in town! The staff was super polite and kind, the environment was very clean, and the food was AMAZING!!! I came in on a cold day wanting soup and ended up getting the combo of soup + sandwich. It was a huge portion and tasted so fresh. I can’t wait to come back
James Seibert
Dec 10, 2025
5
The catfish was the best I’ve ever had! Hot and fresh and so flavorful. This my first visit, but you better believe I will be coming back soon to check out the other mouth watering selections I saw on the menu. Prices and portions are great too!
William Lee
Nov 28, 2025
5
I placed my order on my way over. My food was ready when I walked in. Another customer was talking about the crab cakes and how much she liked them. I then placed another order for crab cakes also. They came out in a few minutes and I enjoyed them. Another great experience at the Durham Shrimp Shack location.
LM
Oct 10, 2025
3
Everything was tasty except the collard greens. There was no meat in them and they tasted very acidic and gritty. I would not buy the greens again. The rest of our meals which included fried shrimp, fried whiting, hush puppies, french fries and cornbread were all delicious. The portion sizes are great price wise. Customer service could've been a little better but overall I would definitely return again.
Ametee Hampton
Aug 2, 2025
5
Absolutely delightful and delicious. Our first night in Durham we were extremely indecisive. We looked up different seafood restaurants and the reviews were not the best. So, we made the best choice, Skrimp Shack.
Everything was delicious and fried to perfection, from the shrimp, fish, fries, and hushpuppies. Everything was seasoned well. The young man who was the owners son, was very attentive and professional.
Destiny Morrison
Jul 3, 2025
4
Fries and okra lacked seasoning to my taste, the atmosphere was amazing there was nice music playing and the cashiers /front house workers were amazing i will definitely come back and give them another try. I’ll maybe order something different
Brandon Guy
Jun 28, 2025
5
Hands down one of the best seafood experiences I’ve had. The staff at this location really made us feel welcome. They were attentive and happily assisted us with navigating the menu. Even the gentleman cooking in the back greeted us with a smile. The Food was AMAZING! We had previously eaten at another location and this experience far surpassed any expectations we had from the previous experience. Jasmine and Cliff are definitely an asset to the franchise and the heart of this location. From the excellent staff, to the wonderful food, and even the cleanliness of the dining room, this is definitely the best Skrimp Shack around.
Raheem Proctor
Jun 21, 2025
5
We ordered the family bundle. It was more than enough for our large family with plenty leftover. There was something for everyone, because trust me it is hard finding dinner to cover the adults and little picky eaters in our house. The food was made to order. The customer service was outstanding. Did I mention everything was tasty and flavorful? We will definitely be back!
Sherard C.
May 7, 2025
5
1st time coming to this place and hope it's not my last! Was visiting a relative at Duke regional and this place was right up the street. Lunch portions and dinner portions were available when I went, around 7pm. You order and pay at a kiosk, and then the food is brought to your table if you're dining in. Fish was fried perfectly and tasty! The owner was super friendly and made us feel welcome. Next time I want to try the shrimp or should I say, skrimp! Haha. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐!
Kelly Barber, PhD
Apr 26, 2025
5
Listen! Y'all better get you some of this food! Jasmine P. and Michael took such good care of us and the food was delicious! If you aren't sure what to get, just ask and they will talk you through all your options. Personally, the catfish nuggets were some of the most perfectly cooked fish I have ever had. Will definitely be back!
