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All You Can Eat (AYCE) Seafood boil now available Monday, Wednesday, & Thursdays. Located at 2832 El Cajon Blvd in San Diego, California. Select your favorites at Shrimp Heads, your go-to spot for a different level of seafood boil. We’re a family-friendly neighborhood restaurant serving San Diego since 2019. Offering high-quality seafood at affordable prices.
Hours
| Friday | 12–9 PM |
| Saturday | 12–9 PM |
| Sunday | 12–9 PM |
| Monday | 12–9 PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 12–9 PM |
| Thursday | 12–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2832 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104
Phone: (619) 738-8184
Website: https://www.shrimpheadssd.com/
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Reviews
B Fielding
I find it interesting how quick some folks are to criticize without considering the full picture. I visited this restaurant this afternoon and could clearly see they had been busy, most of the tables were still being cleared. The gentleman kindly asked us to wait outside, which is standard practice at many restaurants when there isn’t a designated waiting area or when the indoor space is already full.
If you’ve been there before, you’d understand why they manage their entrance the way they do. They need to monitor who is coming and going, not only for safety and fire code reasons, but also because they personally carry food orders to each table. Standing in the doorway would only create congestion and make their jobs harder.
What stood out to me was that the staff member was doing it all, bussing tables, running food, taking orders, preparing drinks, working the register, and hosting. That’s no small task. It’s easy to leave a critical review, but it’s important to recognize the effort happening behind the scenes.
We were seated in a reasonable amount of time, and the service was handled with professionalism despite how busy they were. Hats off to that gentleman and his team. The food service industry deserves a little more patience and respect, it goes a long way.
… moreIf you’ve been there before, you’d understand why they manage their entrance the way they do. They need to monitor who is coming and going, not only for safety and fire code reasons, but also because they personally carry food orders to each table. Standing in the doorway would only create congestion and make their jobs harder.
What stood out to me was that the staff member was doing it all, bussing tables, running food, taking orders, preparing drinks, working the register, and hosting. That’s no small task. It’s easy to leave a critical review, but it’s important to recognize the effort happening behind the scenes.
We were seated in a reasonable amount of time, and the service was handled with professionalism despite how busy they were. Hats off to that gentleman and his team. The food service industry deserves a little more patience and respect, it goes a long way.
Mariah Lafayette
Dear [SHRIMP HEAD/Management],
I am writing to formally express my extreme disappointment regarding a recent dining experience at your establishment on Saturday, February 24th, with my mother. We had visited with the expectation of enjoying a quality seafood meal, but unfortunately, our experience fell significantly short of any acceptable standard.
Upon our arrival, we opted for the all-you-can-eat seafood boil, initially choosing the mild house sauce. While this first portion was merely acceptable, we also ordered an appetizer that, to its credit, was quite enjoyable.
However, our experience quickly deteriorated with our subsequent order. Wishing to sample another flavor, we requested a seafood boil prepared with garlic butter. This particular dish was profoundly unappetizing. It appeared to consist largely of unsalted butter, haphazardly mixed with large, raw chunks of garlic, completely lacking any cohesive flavor or proper preparation. It was, frankly, inedible. To salvage our meal, we requested an additional side of the mild house sauce we had previously.
Before concluding our visit, I requested an extra serving of shrimp. Regrettably, these arrived in an overcooked and burnt state, rendering them unpalatable, and I was compelled to leave them untouched.
The most concerning aspect of this entire experience unfolded after we left. Shortly after returning home, I became unwell, experiencing symptoms that I attribute directly to the food consumed at your restaurant.
In an effort to address these serious concerns, I contacted your establishment by phone immediately. I spoke with a staff member who noted my name and phone number, assuring me that a manager would return my call and instructing me to call back in approximately one hour. Following this instruction, I called again an hour later but received no answer. The staff member had also stated that the manager would proactively reach out to me. Today, February 26th, I have still not received any communication from management, despite my repeated attempts to call your number, which again went unanswered.
The complete lack of follow-up and resolution, coupled with the subpar food quality and the subsequent illness, has left me profoundly upset and deeply dissatisfied. As a patron, I expect a certain level of culinary standard and customer service, neither of which was met during our visit or in the aftermath.
Given this highly negative experience, I would be hard-pressed to consider returning to your restaurant or recommending it to others. I sincerely hope that management will take these serious matters into consideration and provide a proper response.
… moreI am writing to formally express my extreme disappointment regarding a recent dining experience at your establishment on Saturday, February 24th, with my mother. We had visited with the expectation of enjoying a quality seafood meal, but unfortunately, our experience fell significantly short of any acceptable standard.
Upon our arrival, we opted for the all-you-can-eat seafood boil, initially choosing the mild house sauce. While this first portion was merely acceptable, we also ordered an appetizer that, to its credit, was quite enjoyable.
However, our experience quickly deteriorated with our subsequent order. Wishing to sample another flavor, we requested a seafood boil prepared with garlic butter. This particular dish was profoundly unappetizing. It appeared to consist largely of unsalted butter, haphazardly mixed with large, raw chunks of garlic, completely lacking any cohesive flavor or proper preparation. It was, frankly, inedible. To salvage our meal, we requested an additional side of the mild house sauce we had previously.
Before concluding our visit, I requested an extra serving of shrimp. Regrettably, these arrived in an overcooked and burnt state, rendering them unpalatable, and I was compelled to leave them untouched.
The most concerning aspect of this entire experience unfolded after we left. Shortly after returning home, I became unwell, experiencing symptoms that I attribute directly to the food consumed at your restaurant.
In an effort to address these serious concerns, I contacted your establishment by phone immediately. I spoke with a staff member who noted my name and phone number, assuring me that a manager would return my call and instructing me to call back in approximately one hour. Following this instruction, I called again an hour later but received no answer. The staff member had also stated that the manager would proactively reach out to me. Today, February 26th, I have still not received any communication from management, despite my repeated attempts to call your number, which again went unanswered.
The complete lack of follow-up and resolution, coupled with the subpar food quality and the subsequent illness, has left me profoundly upset and deeply dissatisfied. As a patron, I expect a certain level of culinary standard and customer service, neither of which was met during our visit or in the aftermath.
Given this highly negative experience, I would be hard-pressed to consider returning to your restaurant or recommending it to others. I sincerely hope that management will take these serious matters into consideration and provide a proper response.
Daniel Shang
We dropped in for food after spending the morning in nearby Balboa Park and ordered the shrimp + crab boil and the spicy pork basket. The food hit the spot perfectly! Everything was very tasty and the service was above and beyond. This is definitely worth a try.
… moreWendy Gonzalez
I was playing tourist in San Diego. A friend recommended this place. No regrets and I highly recommend this place. The food was great! But what really made this place even better was the staff. My server was amazing! I don’t remember her name but she had curly hait. I think her name was Emilia, Emily or Emma. Either was, she was phenomenal! Her friendliness and recommendations were spot on! I will come back again to enjoy this place. I already recommended this place to other friends! Love it!
… moreSonja Parker
Well we’re not big clam or mussels eaters, but we are big crab legs eaters. So when we stumbled upon Instagram reel we were very enthused to hear there was a all you can eat crab place right here in the Northpark area.
The disappointment came when we learned that the 39.99 deal which initially seemed great, is not a flat fee. It is only that price if you opt out of paying the additional $14 fee for a lb of crab legs, which is why we came. And if then theres any leftovers that you can’t finish that will be a $20 fee. Oh and dont forget the 18% gratuity fee.
After 45min of waiting, when we finally got a table for only 2 people, we thought we were pretty close to actually eating, but instead we were still waiting for another 30min. It would had been nice if they included or offered fries or small appetizer along with our beverage to hold us over until main course was ready.
You do get choice of chicken wings, tenders, fries, and fried shrimp. But it seems they kinda skimp you by only serving 3 pieces at a time. It would make more sense if it was an even number so your not fighting over 3 small morsel sized pieces of food.
We spent almost 3 hours there, half of which was mainly wait time.
I really felt like it was sort of a bait and switch with advertising an all you can eat boil for a reasonable price to get you in, only to up charge with fees that you didnt expect to initially pay. But your there already, your hungry, then they got you. And although the atmosphere, food, and service is good, it is not $150 good which is what we paid in the end. For these reasons mentioned and long story short we probably won’t return.
… moreThe disappointment came when we learned that the 39.99 deal which initially seemed great, is not a flat fee. It is only that price if you opt out of paying the additional $14 fee for a lb of crab legs, which is why we came. And if then theres any leftovers that you can’t finish that will be a $20 fee. Oh and dont forget the 18% gratuity fee.
After 45min of waiting, when we finally got a table for only 2 people, we thought we were pretty close to actually eating, but instead we were still waiting for another 30min. It would had been nice if they included or offered fries or small appetizer along with our beverage to hold us over until main course was ready.
You do get choice of chicken wings, tenders, fries, and fried shrimp. But it seems they kinda skimp you by only serving 3 pieces at a time. It would make more sense if it was an even number so your not fighting over 3 small morsel sized pieces of food.
We spent almost 3 hours there, half of which was mainly wait time.
I really felt like it was sort of a bait and switch with advertising an all you can eat boil for a reasonable price to get you in, only to up charge with fees that you didnt expect to initially pay. But your there already, your hungry, then they got you. And although the atmosphere, food, and service is good, it is not $150 good which is what we paid in the end. For these reasons mentioned and long story short we probably won’t return.
Alex Robinson
I got the #1 shrimp, snow & king crab with the house sauce at atomic heat for $69.99. I added sausage and quail eggs for a few bucks more. They had 5 beer buckets for $22. The flavor was good and atomic heat was so spicy that I had tears running down my face and I eat spicy. The reason they get 2 stars is because the seafood wasn’t cooked correctly. Usually you can snap the crab at the joint and pull the meat out but when I attempted to snap the legs on both snow & king crab it folded like a wet balloon. Not sure if that means over cooked ? The shrimp when taken out of the skin was almost mushy. At the price we pay i expect better quality. For that reason I won’t come back. Good service, good sauce, cheap beer but the star of the show was bad.
… moreMalaayah
Tore down, coming from the east coast this shit was bomb! Just as good as hook and reel or chasing tails out in the dmv. Try it
… moreJMS Silver
Hidden gem! We got here at 6pm on a Friday before the rush and thank goodness. Two servers and a full restaurant they were struggling and did their best!! Food was really good and reasonably priced seafood. We shared the house combo for 2 adults and a toddler! Also got the okra amazing and soft shell crab. Will definitely be back
… moreTy Torregrosa
Just went with my girlfriend. We started with oyster and they were cold and fresh. I’m allergic to shrimp and got a great catfish basket. The catfish was really good and the tartar sauce took it to the next level. My girlfriend got the crab and shrimp combo, with potatoes and corn. She just said it was delicious. The single fried oreo and ice cream dessert was a great ender. I would recommend to anyone in the area.
… moreDanielle Rojas
We had the best date night here — the combo #2 was so delicious and reasonably priced. The real star of the show was the smothered fries! The sauces and garlic were so good!!
Definitely will be back. So yummy and a fun experience.
… moreDefinitely will be back. So yummy and a fun experience.