I've had better food at a Captain D's. We went on...

I've had better food at a Captain D's. We went on Christmas Eve, which is also my wife's birthday. My wife had the Shrimp and Lobster Risotto. The lobster was flavorless and tough. Way overcooked. The Risotto was so salty she couldn't eat it. The shrimp were ok, but how hard it shrimp? I had the Caprese Grouper. I didn't know grouper could be fileted that thin? It was so overcooked it was almost crunchy. When was the last time you had to cut grouper with a knife? This dish came with steamed veggies and cheese grits. (if that is what the round lump on my plate was).

Our waiter tried to explain that they had been slammed all day and were backed up. That does not wash with me. Every table had to be reserved since it was Christmas Eve, so the restaurant manager knew how busy they would be and should have staffed for it. Speaking of management, if your going to chew out your employees, take it out back. Having to stand in the lobby while someone was "counseling" the seating staff was embarrassing for them and your guest. Completely unprofessional.

The Reef has a great view and ambience. It's too bad the food and some of the staff make it a no go in my book.

You need a new chef.