Australia’s First Iconic US Seafood Chain Completely Let Us Down... (3 Prawns?!)

Australia’s First Iconic US Seafood Chain Completely Let Us Down... (3 Prawns?!)

Author: Dub & Nectorious Papi July 28, 2026 Duration: 38:00

The Food Guys are live from Brisbane after travelling from Melbourne for the opening event of Australia’s first Bubba Gump Shrimp Co restaurant in Sandgate.

As longtime fans of the iconic Forrest Gump-themed American chain, Dub and Nectro arrived excited to show Australians what makes Bubba Gump special!


Unfortunately, they left disappointed by a launch event that felt confusing, under-explained and almost impossible to properly showcase.


In this episode, the boys unpack the lack of a proper welcome, event rundown, menus and signature dishes, along with the mysterious second area they only discovered existed after they had already left. They also explain why their disappointment had nothing to do with demanding free food, it was about travelling interstate to create content and not being given the opportunity to experience what the restaurant actually offers.


There were still positives, including the impressive fit-out, fresh Australian seafood, mac and cheese, coconut shrimp, hush puppies and key lime pie. The boys also defend the young staff, arguing that many of the problems appeared to come from a lack of direction rather than the people serving the food.

The conversation then opens into influencer honesty, accusations of undisclosed paid content, why creators often avoid posting negative experiences and what international restaurant chains need to do differently when launching in Australia.


Despite the disappointing event, the boys still love the Bubba Gump brand, believe the restaurant could be a major win for Brisbane and genuinely want it to succeed.


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There's a particular kind of conversation that happens when people who are genuinely obsessed with food get together, and that's exactly what you'll find on The Food Guys Podcast. Hosts Dub and Nectorious Papi don't just review meals; they dive headfirst into the entire universe of what we eat. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at a lively table where the topics range from breaking down the latest fast-food menu item to heated debates about beloved or despised ingredients. The discussion is always grounded in a real passion-they love to talk about food just as much as they love to eat it. You'll hear more than just their opinions, though. They regularly bring other voices into the mix, from well-known names in the food industry to local business owners and fellow food lovers. These conversations are packed with the hosts' natural chemistry, which means plenty of laughter, friendly banter, and the occasional good-natured argument. Tuning into this podcast is like getting an insider's look at food culture, served with a side of humor and genuine curiosity. It’s a show for anyone who thinks about their next meal while they’re still eating the current one.
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