Joe’s Crab Shack in Destin is one of three left in the state

  • The Joe’s Crab Shack in Destin, Florida, remains open despite numerous closures nationwide.
  • Over 40 locations have closed since 2017 due to bankruptcy and underperforming sales.
  • Following the closure of its Jacksonville Beach location, only three Joe’s Crab Shacks remain in Florida.

Since 2001, Joe’s Crab Shack in Destin has been serving up buckets of crab, steam pots, fried shrimp platters and more, and there is no sign of stopping now.

“We’re still open,” came the voice over the phone Jan. 26, just days after the Joe’s Crab Shack in Jacksonville Beach closed after 26 years in business.

More than 40 locations across the United States have closed since 2017…

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