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Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. | Universal Orlando
RUN, FORREST, RUN… straight to this place if you want a full-on shrimp-fueled fever dream.
We came for the theme—and let’s be honest, we were already giddy just walking through the door. It’s like stepping into the movie, if the movie handed you a cocktail and dared you to eat your weight in seafood. Neon signs, license plates, trivia cards, and more shrimp than a boatload of bayou dreams.
Our experience started a little rocky—service was slow at first and we weren’t sure if we were going to vibe… but THEN our waitress showed up and it was like someone flipped the fun switch. She was hilarious, sharp, full of Bubba Gump behind-the-scenes facts, and knew the menu like the back of Forrest’s running shoes. She made the entire meal a show in the best way.
The drinks? Strong. Delicious. Dangerous. The kind of cocktails that make you forget how many rides you still have to do later.
The food? OH, honey. Forrest and Bubba would’ve cried proud, saucy tears. The shrimp was fresh, flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and cooked just right. As a Texas girl, I don’t hand out seafood compliments easily—but this? This was next-level. Every plate hit, every bite slapped, and we were literally sad we didn’t have more stomachs.
We played trivia, got a little loud, laughed way too hard—and nobody batted an eye. This place gets it. It’s family-friendly chaos with a side of fried perfection.
Final Word:
If you want quiet, fine dining—keep it moving.
If you want killer shrimp, great drinks, big laughs, and a little movie magic?
Bubba Gump delivers like it’s running across the country.
Rating:
🌟 Atmosphere: 11/10
🍤 Food: 7/10 (shrimp dreams came true)
🍹 Drinks: Strong enough to make Forrest dance
🧠 Staff: Once they lock in, they BRING it
🎉 Vibe: Chaotic good
💰 Worth it? Yes. Even at theme park prices.
Run, Forrest, Run… to this table.