Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Menu Prices 2026: Full Menu & Shrimp Dishes

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is directly inspired by the 1994 film Forrest Gump. The chain was founded in 1996 -- two years after the movie's release -- as a licensed concept built around Bubba Blue's dream of starting a shrimping business. Inside each restaurant you'll find movie memorabilia, quotes on the walls, and an interactive Forrest Gump trivia game played at the table: diners flip a red-and-white 'Stop Forrest Stop' sign to signal the server, who will quiz them on film facts. Menu items carry Forrest Gump-inspired names like Mama Blue's Pot of Shrimp, Lt. Dan's Land Lover Ribs, Run Across America Punch, and the Little Shrimpts kids menu.

The most-ordered shrimp dishes are:

• Mama Blue's Pot of Shrimp (~$24.99) -- the signature Cajun boil pot with corn and andouille sausage.
• Bucket of Boat Trash (~$26.99) -- a shareable seafood bucket with crab legs, shrimp and Old Bay seasoning.
• Coconut Shrimp (~$19.99) -- hand-rolled in coconut flakes with pina colada dipping sauce.
• Fried Shrimp Platter (~$21.99) -- classic Gulf fried shrimp with cocktail sauce and fries.
• Shrimp & Grits (~$22.99) -- Cajun-cream shrimp over stone-ground cheddar grits.

Prices are location estimates; tourist-destination locations like Times Square and Hollywood may run higher.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. operates approximately 40+ locations at major tourist destinations across the U.S. and internationally. U.S. highlights include:

• New York City -- Times Square
• Los Angeles / Hollywood -- Hollywood Blvd (Hollywood & Highland)
• San Francisco -- Pier 39 and Fisherman's Wharf
• Maui, Hawaii -- Lahaina waterfront
• Orlando -- Universal CityWalk
• Nashville, TN -- Broadway entertainment district
• Monterey, CA -- Old Fisherman's Wharf

International locations include London, Tokyo, Manila, Cancun, and others. Use the official store locator at bubbagump.com for current hours.

Bubba Gump sits in the casual-dining mid-range ($$). Approximate per-person spend:

• Starter + entree + drink: $45–$65 per person
• Entrees alone: $18–$32 (shrimp dishes $18–$27, land options $20–$29)
• Shareable buckets/pots: $22–$27 (for 1–2 people)
• Kids meals: $9–$11
• Cocktails: $10–$15

Tourist-destination locations (Times Square, Hollywood Blvd) tend to run 10–20% above average. Prices are not published online -- confirm with your local restaurant.

Yes. The Little Shrimpts kids menu (the name is a Forrest Gump-style play on 'shrimps') typically includes: a Little Shrimp Platter ($10.99), Mini Cheeseburger ($9.99), Chicken Tenders ($10.99), Mac & Cheese ($9.99) and Grilled Cheese ($8.99), each served with a side. The restaurant is very family-friendly -- the Forrest Gump trivia game is especially popular with children, and the souvenir cup mocktails are a hit with kids. High chairs and booster seats are available.

Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is owned by Landry's, Inc., a Houston-based restaurant and hospitality conglomerate that also owns Chart House, Rainforest Cafe, Claim Jumper, Morton's The Steakhouse, Mastro's and the Golden Nugget casino brand. Landry's acquired Bubba Gump in 2010. The concept was originally launched in 1996 as a partnership between Paramount Pictures (owner of the Forrest Gump film rights) and restaurateurs, two years after the film's 1994 Academy Award-winning release.

Bubba Gump can accommodate several dietary needs, though the menu is seafood-heavy and fried items are prevalent. Options to ask about:

• Gluten-sensitive: Grilled salmon, grilled mahi-mahi, shrimp boil items (confirm sauce bases with your server)
• Vegetarian: Jenny's Garden Salad, Mac & Cheese (kids menu), Hush Puppies, Grilled Cheese, select sides
• Lower-calorie: Grilled fish entrees, salads without croutons, steamed shrimp preparations

The kitchen is not a dedicated allergen-free environment -- cross-contact is possible with shellfish, which is heavily featured. Always inform your server of severe allergies.

Every table at Bubba Gump has a two-sided license plate sign -- one side reads 'Run Forrest Run' (meaning everything is fine, you're enjoying your meal) and the other reads 'Stop Forrest Stop' (meaning you need your server). When the server sees the Stop sign, they approach and challenge your table to Forrest Gump trivia questions about the film. If you answer correctly, you win a small prize or bragging rights; if not, someone at the table may have to perform a small dare. It's a light-hearted, interactive dining experience designed especially for families and movie fans. The trivia covers the film's plot, cast, quotes, and production details.