Red Lobster Times Square Closure Sparks Viral Rumors of Seafood Apocalypse, But the Real Story Is Less Fishy
A viral claim that the iconic Times Square Red Lobster is shutting down due to a sudden "seafood shortage" has been spreading like wildfire on social media, with some users even joking about a "Cheddar Bay Biscuit recession." However, fact-checkers confirm this is misleading. While the Red Lobster at 1501 Broadway is indeed permanently closing its doors as part of a broader corporate restructuring announced by parent company Thai Union, the reason is strictly financial, not a shortage of shrimp or lobster. The restaurant, which opened in 2019 with a bang, was struggling with high Times Square rent and declining foot traffic post-pandemic. The closure is real this Friday, but the "apocalypse" narrative is fake. So, stock up on those biscuits while you can—just don't blame a supply chain crisis.