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Red Lobster Menu With Prices and Calories (2026)
Red Lobster is the largest seafood restaurant chain in the United States, with around 540 locations in 2026, and its menu is bigger than most people expect: seventeen categories running from a $2.99 side of cocktail sauce to an $89.99 seafood boil that feeds four. This page puts the whole Red Lobster menu with prices in one place, with the calorie count beside every item and a photo of each dish, so you can decide what to order before you sit down.
We are an independent guide. We are not owned by, affiliated with, or endorsed by Red Lobster. That means we write down what things actually cost and what they contain, including the less flattering parts: the 5,590-calorie family platter, the eight-ounce tartar sauce with more calories than the Ultimate Feast, and the “senior discount” that many websites describe but that we could not trace to any official source. Prices vary by location, so treat every figure as a well-researched reference rather than a quote.
Red Lobster Prices at a Glance
| Cheapest adult entree | Hand-Battered Fish & Chips, $17.99 (Early Dine-In entrees under $15, weekdays 3–6 PM) |
|---|---|
| Most expensive item | Family Seafood Boil Bundle, $89.99 (serves 4) |
| Typical dinner for one | $28 – $40 with a drink |
| Kids’ meals | $8.99 – $9.79 |
| Cheddar Bay Biscuits | Free with most dine-in entrees; $7.99 for 6, $10.49 for 12 |
| Lightest dish | Kids Grilled Shrimp Skewer, 250 calories |
| Endless Shrimp | $24.99 in most locations, running now (dine-in only) |
| Happy hour | $5 drinks, $2 off appetizers, weekdays 3–6 PM |
| Hours | Most locations 11 AM – 10 PM, 11 PM Friday and Saturday |
On This Page
- Menu categories and price ranges
- Full menu with prices, category by category
- 10 most popular Red Lobster dishes
- Red Lobster menu by budget
- How much a meal costs
- Specials and deals in 2026
- Calories and healthier choices
- Gluten-free, allergens and vegetarian
- Drinks and happy hour
- Hours
- To Go, delivery and catering
- Rewards, coupons and gift cards
- About Red Lobster
- Frequently asked questions
Red Lobster Menu Categories and Price Ranges
Here is how the Red Lobster menu breaks down, with the number of dishes, the price range and the average calories in each category. Click a category to jump to its full price list.
| Category | Items | Price Range | Avg. Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starters & Appetizers | 5 | $9.49 – $14.99 | 696 |
| Soups & Sides | 5 | $5.99 – $11.99 | 408 |
| Lobster, Crab & Seafood | 5 | $21.49 – $39.99 | 732 |
| Shrimp Favorites | 5 | $18.99 – $22.99 | 905 |
| Seafood Boils | 4 | $34.99 – $89.99 | 2,545 |
| Signature Feasts | 4 | $32.99 – $59.99 | 1,158 |
| Fish, Chicken & Steak | 5 | $17.99 – $27.49 | 866 |
| Land & Sea | 5 | $19.49 – $33.99 | 654 |
| Pasta | 4 | $19.49 – $32.99 | 1,098 |
| Bowls & Sandwiches | 4 | $18.99 – $25.99 | 1,113 |
| Lunch Menu | 5 | $9.49 – $21.99 | 826 |
| Dinner Menu | 6 | $32.99 – $72.99 | 986 |
| Hot Platters | 4 | $32.99 – $76.99 | 2,740 |
| Family Meals & Platters | 5 | $47.99 – $72.99 | — |
| Kids | 4 | $8.99 – $9.79 | 475 |
| Biscuits & Extras | 4 | $2.99 – $10.49 | 1,085 |
| Desserts & Beverages | 5 | $3.49 – $9.49 | 940 |
The pattern is consistent. The kids’ menu is the only category that stays under $10. Seafood boils and hot platters carry the highest prices and the highest calorie counts because they are built to share. Soups and sides are where value quietly disappears: a cup of lobster bisque costs more than a kids’ entree.
Below, every category has its own section with the full Red Lobster menu with prices and pictures. Prices and calories come straight from our menu database, so this list updates itself whenever a dish changes.
Starters & Appetizers
Red Lobster starters are built for sharing before the main course. The Lobster & Langostino Flatbread is the most substantial, Garlic Butter Mussels give the most seafood for the price, and Crispy Mozzarella Bites are the cheapest. Hand-Breaded Calamari with jalapeño ranch and marinara also appears on the national menu at around $14.99 and 1,000 calories.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Lobster & Langostino Flatbread | $14.99 | 720 |
 Crispy Mozzarella Bites | $9.49 | 880 |
 Garlic Butter Mussels | $13.99 | 590 |
 Coconut-Crusted Jumbo Shrimp (Starter) | $11.99 | 780 |
 Seafood-Stuffed Mushroom Caps | $10.49 | 510 |
See the full Starters & Appetizers menu with photos and details →
Soups & Sides
Two soups anchor this section: Lobster Bisque and New England Clam Chowder, each sold as a cup or a bowl. A cup of chowder is one of the lightest things on the whole menu, and the bowl roughly doubles both the calories and the price. The Caesar Side Salad is the usual swap for fries.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Lobster Bisque (Cup) | $9.99 | 340 |
 Lobster Bisque (Bowl) | $11.99 | 630 |
 New England Clam Chowder (Cup) | $9.99 | 240 |
 New England Clam Chowder (Bowl) | $11.99 | 470 |
 Caesar Side Salad | $5.99 | 360 |
See the full Soups & Sides menu with photos and details →
Lobster, Crab & Seafood
This is where the lobster and crab live: a Whole Steamed Maine Lobster, the Grilled Rock Lobster Tail, a Snow Crab Leg Cluster, Crab & Linguini Alfredo and the Ultimate Surf & Turf Feast. Steamed shellfish is the leanest protein on the menu, so the plain preparations here are also among the lowest in calories.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Whole Steamed Maine Lobster (1.25 lb) | $34.99 | 440 |
 Ultimate Surf & Turf Feast | $39.99 | 910 |
 Snow Crab Leg Cluster | $32.99 | 610 |
 Crab & Linguini Alfredo | $21.49 | 980 |
 Grilled Rock Lobster Tail Dinner | $36.99 | 720 |
See the full Lobster, Crab & Seafood menu with photos and details →
Shrimp Favorites
Shrimp is what Red Lobster is best known for. Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is the lightest shrimp entree, Admiral’s Shrimp Trio puts three preparations on one plate, and coconut shrimp, as the Coconut Jumbo Shrimp entree or the Coconut-Crusted Jumbo Shrimp starter, comes with piña colada dipping sauce. Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, the hand-breaded original, sits in the platters below, and Endless Shrimp runs as a limited-time promotion.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Admiral’s Shrimp Trio | $18.99 | 730 |
 Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi | $19.49 | 650 |
 Shrimp Linguini Alfredo | $20.49 | 1,050 |
 Coconut Jumbo Shrimp Entree | $21.49 | 1,190 |
 Bottomless Shrimp Sampler (Dine-In) | $22.99 | — |
See the full Shrimp Favorites menu with photos and details →
Seafood Boils
Seafood boils are shellfish, corn and red potatoes cooked in seasoned butter and served in a shake-and-serve bag. You choose from six flavors, including Cajun, OLD BAY and Mike’s Hot Honey, plus a spice level. The Sailor’s and Mariner’s Seafood Boils serve one; the Family Seafood Boil Bundle serves four.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Sailor’s Seafood Boil | $39.99 | 2,600 |
 Mariner’s Seafood Boil | $54.99 | 1,880 |
 Cajun Garlic Butter Boil Bag | $34.99 | 2,100 |
 Family Seafood Boil Bundle (Serves 4) | $89.99 | 3,600 |
See the full Seafood Boils menu with photos and details →
Signature Feasts
Feasts are combination plates for one. The Ultimate Feast pairs lobster, snow crab and shrimp; the Admiral’s Feast is the fried combination and the budget option; the Lobster Lover’s Duo is two lobster tails; and Create Your Own Ultimate Feast lets you pick the components.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Ultimate Feast | $54.99 | 1,280 |
 Create Your Own Ultimate Feast | $59.99 | 1,080 |
 Admiral’s Feast | $32.99 | 1,670 |
 Lobster Lover’s Duo | $54.99 | 600 |
See the full Signature Feasts menu with photos and details →
Fish, Chicken & Steak
For guests who want something other than shellfish: Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Blackened Salmon New Orleans Style, Hand-Battered Fish & Chips (the cheapest adult entree), Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo and a 7 oz Seasoned Sirloin. Yes, Red Lobster serves steak and chicken, and the sirloin is one of the lightest entrees on the menu.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Blackened Salmon New Orleans Style | $27.49 | 890 |
 Hand-Battered Fish & Chips | $17.99 | 1,230 |
 Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo | $19.49 | 1,120 |
 Grilled Atlantic Salmon | $25.49 | 660 |
 Seasoned Sirloin Steak (7 oz) | $21.99 | 430 |
See the full Fish, Chicken & Steak menu with photos and details →
Land & Sea
Land and sea covers steak, chicken and surf and turf. The 6 oz Filet Mignon is the lowest-calorie adult entree anywhere on the menu, Parmesan-Crusted Chicken is the lightest chicken dish, and Crispy Chicken Tenders are the familiar non-seafood fallback.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Parmesan-Crusted Chicken | $23.99 | 610 |
 6 Oz. Filet Mignon | $33.99 | 390 |
 Crispy Chicken Tenders | $19.99 | 720 |
| Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo | $19.49 | 1,120 |
| Seasoned Sirloin Steak (7 oz) | $21.99 | 430 |
See the full Land & Sea menu with photos and details →
Pasta
Every pasta dish is linguini in a creamy garlic Alfredo sauce, topped with a different protein: shrimp, crab, Cajun chicken, or lobster and shrimp together. These are filling plates in the 980 to 1,240 calorie range, and Crab & Linguini Alfredo is the lightest of the four.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Lobster & Shrimp Linguini | $32.99 | 1,240 |
| Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo | $19.49 | 1,120 |
| Crab & Linguini Alfredo | $21.49 | 980 |
| Shrimp Linguini Alfredo | $20.49 | 1,050 |
See the full Pasta menu with photos and details →
Bowls & Sandwiches
The lighter, faster side of the menu. The Southwest Shrimp Bowl is one of the best-balanced plates Red Lobster serves, the Sesame-Soy Salmon Bowl is the salmon option, and the Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich and Bacon Cheeseburger cover the handheld end.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Southwest Shrimp Bowl | $22.99 | 700 |
 Sesame-Soy Salmon Bowl | $25.99 | 1,120 |
 Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich | $18.99 | 1,690 |
 Bacon Cheeseburger | $20.99 | 940 |
See the full Bowls & Sandwiches menu with photos and details →
Lunch Menu
Lunch runs from opening at 11 AM until mid-afternoon at most locations. Several dishes cost the same at lunch and dinner, so the saving comes from smaller plates and from the Early Dine-In menu of entrees under $15 on weekdays between 3 and 6 PM.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo | $19.49 | 1,120 |
| Seasoned Sirloin Steak (7 oz) | $21.99 | 430 |
| Crispy Mozzarella Bites | $9.49 | 880 |
| Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi | $19.49 | 650 |
| Shrimp Linguini Alfredo | $20.49 | 1,050 |
See the full Lunch Menu menu with photos and details →
Dinner Menu
The dinner headliners: seafood boils, the Ultimate Feast, whole Maine lobster, snow crab and rock lobster tail. These are the occasion dishes, and the Coastal Lobster Bake Family Bundle covers a table of four.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| Mariner’s Seafood Boil | $54.99 | 1,880 |
| Ultimate Feast | $54.99 | 1,280 |
 Coastal Lobster Bake Family Bundle (Serves 4) | $72.99 | — |
| Whole Steamed Maine Lobster (1.25 lb) | $34.99 | 440 |
| Snow Crab Leg Cluster | $32.99 | 610 |
| Grilled Rock Lobster Tail Dinner | $36.99 | 720 |
See the full Dinner Menu menu with photos and details →
Hot Platters
Platters are built for sharing. Walt’s Favorite Shrimp Platter is the hand-breaded butterflied shrimp Red Lobster is named for among regulars, the Crunchy Popcorn Shrimp Platter and Fish Fry Family Platter cover fried seafood, and the Admiral’s Family Platter is the largest single order on the menu.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Admiral’s Family Platter (Serves 4) | $76.99 | 5,590 |
 Walt’s Favorite Shrimp Platter | $39.99 | 1,220 |
 Crunchy Popcorn Shrimp Platter | $40.99 | 2,490 |
 Fish Fry Family Platter | $32.99 | 1,660 |
See the full Hot Platters menu with photos and details →
Family Meals & Platters
Family meals serve four and are the best value on the menu, working out to roughly $12 to $18 per person. The Shrimp Linguini Alfredo Family Pack is the cheapest, and the Coastal Lobster Bake Family Bundle is the premium option.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Family Shrimp Trio Platter (Serves 4) | $48.99 | — |
 Family Garlic Shrimp Scampi Bundle (Serves 4) | $49.99 | — |
 Captain’s Feast Family Platter (Serves 4) | $56.99 | — |
 Shrimp Linguini Alfredo Family Pack (Serves 4) | $47.99 | — |
| Coastal Lobster Bake Family Bundle (Serves 4) | $72.99 | — |
See the full Family Meals & Platters menu with photos and details →
Kids
Four kids’ entrees at $8.99 to $9.79, each with a side and a drink. The Kids Grilled Shrimp Skewer is the lightest item on the entire menu at 250 calories, while the Chicken Tenders are the non-seafood choice.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Kids Popcorn Shrimp | $8.99 | 430 |
 Kids Golden-Fried Fish | $9.79 | 530 |
 Kids Grilled Shrimp Skewer | $8.99 | 250 |
 Kids Chicken Tenders | $8.99 | 690 |
See the full Kids menu with photos and details →
Biscuits & Extras
Cheddar Bay Biscuits come free with most dine-in entrees at roughly 160 calories each, and you can buy them by the half dozen or dozen to take home. The eight-ounce tartar sauce is the most surprising number on the menu at 1,210 calories; cocktail sauce is about 220.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Half Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits | $7.99 | 970 |
 One Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits | $10.49 | 1,940 |
 Cocktail Sauce (8 oz) | $2.99 | 220 |
 Tartar Sauce (8 oz) | $2.99 | 1,210 |
See the full Biscuits & Extras menu with photos and details →
Desserts & Beverages
Three desserts close the menu: Vanilla Bean Cheesecake, the Chocolate Wave cake and the Warm Brownie Overload. Drinks here are the non-alcoholic ones: fountain soft drinks with free refills and fresh-made smoothies and lemonade. Cocktails, beer and wine are covered in the drinks section further down.
| Menu Item | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|
 Vanilla Bean Cheesecake | $8.49 | 680 |
 Chocolate Wave Cake | $8.99 | 910 |
 Warm Brownie Overload | $9.49 | 1,230 |
 Fountain Soft Drinks | $3.49 | — |
 Fresh Smoothies & Lemonades | $4.49 | — |
See the full Desserts & Beverages menu with photos and details →
10 Most Popular Red Lobster Dishes
These are the dishes people search for and order most, based on search demand and what appears across Red Lobster’s own promotions. Prices and calories update live.
| # | Menu Item | Category | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Half Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits | Biscuits & Extras | $7.99 | 970 |
| 2 | Ultimate Feast | Signature Feasts | $54.99 | 1,280 |
| 3 | Admiral’s Feast | Signature Feasts | $32.99 | 1,670 |
| 4 | Walt’s Favorite Shrimp Platter | Hot Platters | $39.99 | 1,220 |
| 5 | Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi | Shrimp Favorites | $19.49 | 650 |
| 6 | Shrimp Linguini Alfredo | Shrimp Favorites | $20.49 | 1,050 |
| 7 | Snow Crab Leg Cluster | Lobster, Crab & Seafood | $32.99 | 610 |
| 8 | Mariner’s Seafood Boil | Seafood Boils | $54.99 | 1,880 |
| 9 | Lobster Lover’s Duo | Signature Feasts | $54.99 | 600 |
| 10 | Lobster Bisque (Bowl) | Soups & Sides | $11.99 | 630 |
If you are visiting for the first time, the Ultimate Feast is the classic “try a bit of everything” order, Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is the lightest crowd favorite, and a boil is the one to share. Whatever you order, the Cheddar Bay Biscuits arrive first.
Red Lobster Menu by Budget
Every dish on the menu, grouped by what it costs. Useful if you are working to a number rather than a craving.
Under $15 is mostly starters, sides, kids’ meals and the Early Dine-In entrees. The $15 to $25 band is where most single entrees sit, including the shrimp, pasta and chicken dishes. Lobster, crab and the feasts start around $30, and everything over $40 is either a premium lobster dish or a meal portioned for a group.
How Much Does a Meal at Red Lobster Cost in 2026?
The honest answer is that it depends almost entirely on whether you order a single entree or one of the feasts. A straightforward lunch of garlic butter shrimp scampi runs $19.49. The Ultimate Feast is $54.99. Both are on the same menu, and the gap between them is larger than the entire bill at most fast-casual restaurants.
Below is a realistic estimate of what people actually spend, including a drink and before tax and tip. Cheddar Bay Biscuits come to the table at no extra charge with most entrees, which is worth factoring in when you compare Red Lobster to other sit-down seafood restaurants.
| Type of Visit | Typical Order | Estimated Total |
|---|---|---|
| Solo lunch | Lunch entree + fountain drink | $23 – $27 |
| Solo dinner | Dinner entree + drink | $28 – $40 |
| Dinner for two | Two entrees + starter + two drinks | $65 – $95 |
| Date night, splurge | Lobster Lover’s Duo + Ultimate Feast + drinks | $120 – $135 |
| Family of four | Family platter bundle + drinks | $60 – $100 |
| Family of four, a la carte | Two adult entrees + two kids’ meals + drinks | $75 – $105 |
The family bundles are the one place where the arithmetic clearly favours the guest. The Shrimp Linguini Alfredo Family Pack feeds four for $47.99, which works out to about $12 per person — less than a single a la carte order of the same dish at $20.49. If you are feeding a group, ordering from the family menu rather than four individual entrees is the single biggest saving available on this menu.
Best Value Meals on the Red Lobster Menu
Value at a seafood restaurant is not simply about the lowest price. A $9.99 cup of soup and a $19.49 shrimp scampi entree cost very different amounts, but only one of them is dinner. The picks below are ranked by what you actually get for the money.
Best Value Under $20
| Item | Price | Calories | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hand-Battered Fish & Chips | $17.99 | 1,230 | Cheapest full adult entree on the menu, and a large portion |
| Admiral’s Shrimp Trio | $18.99 | 730 | Three shrimp preparations on one plate for under $19 |
| Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich | $18.99 | 1,690 | Comes with a side; the largest calorie-per-dollar ratio on the menu |
| Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi | $19.49 | 650 | Lowest-calorie entree in this price band |
| Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo | $19.49 | 1,120 | Appears on both lunch and dinner menus at the same price |
Best Value for a Group
Every family bundle is priced to serve four. Dividing the price by four gives a per-person cost that no a la carte order comes close to matching.
| Family Bundle | Price | Per Person |
|---|---|---|
| Shrimp Linguini Alfredo Family Pack | $47.99 | $12.00 |
| Family Shrimp Trio Platter | $48.99 | $12.25 |
| Family Garlic Shrimp Scampi Bundle | $49.99 | $12.50 |
| Captain’s Feast Family Platter | $56.99 | $14.25 |
| Coastal Lobster Bake Family Bundle | $72.99 | $18.25 |
| Family Seafood Boil Bundle | $89.99 | $22.50 |
Where the Value Is Worst
Two categories deserve a warning. Sides and soups are priced close to entree territory — $11.99 for a bowl of clam chowder, $9.99 for a cup of lobster bisque — without being a meal. And the 8-ounce containers of cocktail and tartar sauce at $2.99 each are a genuine upsell; ask whether your entree already includes sauce before adding them.
Seafood Boils, Feasts and Platters Explained
Three categories on this menu look similar from the outside and are frequently confused. The difference matters, because it is the difference between a $34.99 order and an $89.99 one.
Seafood Boils
Boils are shellfish, corn and potatoes cooked together in seasoned broth and served in the bag or bowl. The Cajun Garlic Butter Boil Bag starts the range at $34.99, the Sailor’s Seafood Boil is $39.99, the Mariner’s Seafood Boil is $54.99, and the Family Seafood Boil Bundle feeds four at $89.99. They are the messiest and most communal thing on the menu, and also among the highest in calories — the Sailor’s Boil alone is 2,600.
Signature Feasts
Feasts are single-person combination plates. The Ultimate Feast at $54.99 and the Lobster Lover’s Duo at $54.99 sit at the top; the Admiral’s Feast at $32.99 is the budget option. Create Your Own Ultimate Feast at $59.99 lets you choose the components. The calorie spread here is striking — the Lobster Lover’s Duo is 600 calories, while the Admiral’s Feast, at $22 less, is 1,670, because one is steamed and the other is fried.
Hot Platters and Family Meals
Platters are built for sharing. The Admiral’s Family Platter at $76.99 is the largest single order on the menu at 5,590 calories across four servings. Walt’s Favorite Shrimp Platter ($39.99) and the Crunchy Popcorn Shrimp Platter ($40.99) are the shrimp-focused equivalents, and the Fish Fry Family Platter at $32.99 is the cheapest way to feed a group hot fried seafood.
Red Lobster Specials and Deals in 2026
Red Lobster runs three kinds of deals: a fixed weekday schedule, a daily happy hour window, and seasonal promotions that come and go. Here is everything running or scheduled in 2026.
| Deal | Price | When | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endless Shrimp | $24.99 ($29.99 in select markets) | Limited time from August 17, 2026; dine-in only | Endless Shrimp |
| Daily Deals | $15.99 – $24.99 | A different deal every weekday | $15 specials and daily deals |
| Early Dine-In | Five entrees under $15 | Weekdays 3 – 6 PM | Lunch menu |
| Happy Hour | $5 drinks, $2 off five appetizers | Weekdays 3 – 6 PM | Happy hour |
| Crabfest | Crab Your Way from $29.99 (snow crab) or $34.99 (Bairdi crab); Crabfest Boil from $43.99 | Summer, launched June 29, 2026 | Crabfest |
| Lobsterfest | Headline dishes around $45.99 – $55.99 | Winter into spring; 2026 edition began January 19 | Lobsterfest |
| Red Lobster Nation | 20% off your first order, then about 10% back in points | Year-round, free to join | Coupons and rewards |
Daily Deals by Day
| Day | Deal | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Endless Shrimp (dine-in only) | $24.99 |
| Tuesday | 1 lb steamed Snow Crab Legs with potatoes and a side | $24.99 |
| Wednesday | Steak & Lobster: Maine lobster tail with a 7 oz sirloin | $24.99 |
| Thursday | Lobster & Shrimp: Maine lobster tail with Garlic Shrimp Scampi | $19.99 |
| Friday | Beer-battered Fish & Chips | $15.99 |
Thursday is the standout: a Maine lobster tail with shrimp for $19.99 is the cheapest way to eat lobster at Red Lobster by a wide margin. Daily deals exclude drinks, tax and tip, vary by location and do not run on some holidays.
Seasonal Promotions Calendar
| Time of Year | What Usually Runs |
|---|---|
| January – April | Lobsterfest (started January 19 in 2026; February 11 to April 25 in 2025) |
| April | Endless Shrimp returned April 20, 2026 for the first time since 2023 |
| Late June – summer | Crabfest (June 29, 2026) with Crab Your Way and the Crabfest Boil |
| August – autumn | Endless Shrimp’s second 2026 run from August 17, plus autumn cocktails |
| November – December | New seafood boil flavors and holiday gift card bonus offers |
| All year | Daily deals, Early Dine-In, weekday happy hour, Red Lobster Nation rewards |
Dates move from year to year and differ by location, so check your local restaurant before planning around a promotion.
Red Lobster Lunch Menu
Lunch runs from opening at 11 AM until mid-afternoon at most locations. Lunch dishes run from $9.49 to $21.99, and several entrees cost the same at lunch and dinner, so the real saving is the smaller plate. Between 3 and 6 PM on weekdays the Early Dine-In menu adds five entrees under $15: Fish & Chips, Crunch-Fried Flounder, a lighter Shrimp Linguini Alfredo, a lighter Chicken Linguini Alfredo and a Cheeseburger. Full prices are in our Red Lobster lunch menu with prices.
Red Lobster Senior Menu and Kids Menu
Senior menu: Red Lobster does not publish a senior menu, and there is no confirmed nationwide senior discount. The “10% off for over-55s” figure repeated on many sites has no official source we could find. The lunch menu is the real substitute for smaller, cheaper plates, and a military discount is the one guests most often report being offered. Details are in our Red Lobster senior menu with prices guide.
Kids menu: four entrees at $8.99 to $9.79, each with a side and a drink: Grilled Shrimp Skewer, Popcorn Shrimp, Golden-Fried Fish and Chicken Tenders. The skewer is the lightest item on the entire menu at 250 calories. See the Red Lobster kids menu for the full breakdown.
Red Lobster Menu Calories: What You Should Know
Seafood has a reputation for being light, and some of it here genuinely is. But Red Lobster’s kitchen runs on butter, breading and cream sauces, and the calorie spread across the menu is enormous — from a 240-calorie cup of clam chowder to a 5,590-calorie family platter. Knowing which side of that line a dish sits on is the difference between a light dinner and two days’ worth of calories.
Lowest-Calorie Entrees
| Item | Calories | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Oz. Filet Mignon | 390 | $33.99 |
| Seasoned Sirloin Steak (7 oz) | 430 | $21.99 |
| Whole Steamed Maine Lobster (1.25 lb) | 440 | $34.99 |
| Lobster Lover’s Duo | 600 | $54.99 |
| Snow Crab Leg Cluster | 610 | $32.99 |
| Parmesan-Crusted Chicken | 610 | $23.99 |
| Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi | 650 | $19.49 |
| Grilled Atlantic Salmon | 660 | $25.49 |
There is a pattern worth noticing: the lowest-calorie plates are the ones where the protein arrives essentially unadorned. Steamed lobster, snow crab clusters, grilled salmon and plain steak all land under 700 calories. The moment a dish involves breading, linguini or Alfredo sauce, it roughly doubles.
Highest-Calorie Items to Know About
| Item | Calories | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Admiral’s Family Platter (Serves 4) | 5,590 | Designed for four; roughly 1,400 per person |
| Family Seafood Boil Bundle (Serves 4) | 3,600 | About 900 per person |
| Sailor’s Seafood Boil | 2,600 | Single-serving boil |
| Crunchy Popcorn Shrimp Platter | 2,490 | Single platter |
| Cajun Garlic Butter Boil Bag | 2,100 | Butter-heavy preparation |
| One Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits | 1,940 | About 160 calories per biscuit |
| Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich | 1,690 | Highest-calorie single sandwich |
| Admiral’s Feast | 1,670 | Fried combination platter |
How Many Calories Are in a Cheddar Bay Biscuit?
A single Cheddar Bay Biscuit contains roughly 160 calories, 10 grams of fat, 16 grams of carbohydrates, 380 milligrams of sodium and 3 grams of protein. That is modest on its own, but the biscuits arrive warm, free, and in a basket that gets refilled. Three biscuits before your entree arrives is close to 500 calories — more than the entire steamed lobster you may have ordered as the light option.
Our full nutrition and allergen guide breaks down calories by category and covers gluten-free and lower-carb ordering in more detail.
Want to add up a whole meal? Use our Red Lobster calorie and nutrition calculator to total the calories, protein, carbs, fat, sodium, price and allergens for any mix of dishes.
Gluten-Free, Allergens and Vegetarian Options
Shellfish is the defining ingredient here, and fryers and prep surfaces are shared, so cross-contact is a real consideration. Anyone with a diagnosed allergy should speak to a manager rather than rely on menu descriptions or any guide, including this one.
Gluten-Free Ordering
Red Lobster does not run a gluten-free kitchen. The safest choices are plain grilled or steamed proteins: whole steamed Maine lobster, a snow crab leg cluster, grilled Atlantic salmon, sirloin or filet mignon. Skip the Cheddar Bay Biscuits, anything breaded or on linguini, and the fries, which usually share oil with breaded seafood.
Main Allergens on the Menu
| Allergen | Where You Will Find It |
|---|---|
| Shellfish | Shrimp, lobster, crab, langostino and every boil, feast and platter built on them |
| Fish | Salmon, flounder, cod, and Caesar dressing, which traditionally contains anchovy |
| Wheat / gluten | Biscuits, breaded and fried items, linguini, sandwich buns, desserts |
| Milk | Butter, drawn butter, Alfredo sauces, cheese, chowder, bisque, desserts |
| Egg | Tartar sauce and other mayonnaise-based sauces, batters, desserts |
| Soy and sesame | Sesame-Soy Salmon Bowl, some marinades and dressings |
Vegetarian Options
A seafood restaurant is not an easy place to eat vegetarian, and it is better to say so plainly. The realistic options are Crispy Mozzarella Bites, the Cheddar Bay Biscuits, vegetable and potato sides, and the three desserts. The Caesar salad is not reliably vegetarian because Caesar dressing traditionally contains anchovy, so ask before ordering it. There is no vegan entree on the national menu.
Our nutrition and allergen guide covers calories by category, low-carb ordering and the hidden calories in sauces and biscuits.
Red Lobster Drinks and Happy Hour
Most locations have a full bar. The signature drink is the Lobsterita, an oversized margarita in a fishbowl-style glass. The tropical cocktails, including the Bahama Mama and the Sunset Passion Colada, are the crowd favorites, and there are margarita and sangria flights for sharing. Cocktails usually run $7 to $12. On the non-alcoholic side, fountain soft drinks are $3.49 with free refills and the fresh-made smoothies and lemonade are $4.49.
Happy Hour: $5 Drinks, 3 to 6 PM Weekdays
| $5 Happy Hour Drinks | $2 Off Appetizers |
|---|---|
| Classic Margarita | Lobster Flatbread |
| Top-Shelf Long Island Iced Tea | Crab Queso |
| Tito’s Twisted Strawberry Lemonade | Lobster Dip |
| Blue Moon or Bud Light draft (14 oz) | Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms |
| Mark West Pinot Noir or Ecco Domani Pinot Grigio (6 oz) | Mozzarella Cheesesticks |
Happy hour is dine-in only, usually at the bar, and is not offered where state or local alcohol rules prohibit it, including Hawaii, the New York Times Square restaurant, some Georgia cities and locations in Canada. See the happy hour guide and the full Red Lobster drinks menu.
Red Lobster Hours
| Day | Typical Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday – Thursday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday – Saturday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Lunch menu | Opening until about 3 – 4 PM |
| Happy hour and Early Dine-In | Weekdays 3:00 – 6:00 PM |
| Christmas Eve and Christmas Day | Open at participating locations, usually shorter hours |
| Thanksgiving | Varies by location |
Hours vary by an hour or more between locations; some urban restaurants stay open until midnight on weekends. Holiday hours are set locally, so call ahead. Full details are in our Red Lobster hours guide.
To Go, Delivery and Catering
Most locations offer To Go ordering through Red Lobster’s website and app, with curbside pickup. Delivery is available through Red Lobster’s own ordering and third-party apps including DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub, depending on the area. Delivery-app menu prices are often higher than in the restaurant, before delivery and service fees, so ordering direct for pickup usually costs less.
Fried platters, pasta and sandwiches travel well. Seafood boils travel better than you might expect because the bag is sealed, but shake it at home rather than in the car. Endless Shrimp is dine-in only and cannot be ordered To Go.
Catering: Red Lobster offers catering and party platters at participating locations, ordered in advance online or by phone. Family bundles are the easy option for a smaller group, feeding four for $47.99 to $89.99.
Rewards, Coupons and Gift Cards
- Red Lobster Nation rewards: free to join, 20% off your first order, then 1 point per $1 and $10 back for every 100 points. Alcohol, gift cards, tax and tips do not earn points. See our coupons and rewards guide.
- Coupon codes: most “Red Lobster coupon codes” on third-party sites are not genuine. Real offers come through the rewards program, the official app and email list, and in-restaurant signage.
- Gift cards: they do not expire, and discounted bundles such as four $25 eGift cards for around $79.99 at Costco work out to roughly 20% off the whole bill. Check a Red Lobster gift card balance only on Red Lobster’s own site.
- Family bundles: about $12 per person for four, the biggest saving on the menu that needs no app or code.
Why Prices Differ Between Locations
The same dish can differ by several dollars between two restaurants an hour apart. Four factors drive most of that variation:
- Regional cost base. Rent and wages in coastal metropolitan markets push menu prices above the national midpoint.
- Seafood market rates. Lobster and snow crab are commodity products with volatile wholesale pricing, which is why those categories move the most.
- Franchise versus corporate operation. Independently operated locations set some of their own pricing.
- Promotional calendars. A location running Crabfest prices crab dishes differently from one that has finished the promotion.
This is the reason we publish price ranges and note that figures vary rather than presenting a single national price as fact. Anyone who tells you there is one exact nationwide price for a Red Lobster entree is guessing.
About Red Lobster
Red Lobster was founded in 1968 by Bill Darden and Charley Woodsby, who opened the first restaurant in Lakeland, Florida. It grew into the country’s biggest seafood chain under General Mills and then Darden Restaurants, which sold it to private equity firm Golden Gate Capital in 2014 for $2.1 billion. The seafood supplier Thai Union later became a major shareholder.
In May 2024 the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, and it emerged in September 2024 under new owners led by Fortress Investment Group. Damola Adamolekun, formerly chief executive of P.F. Chang’s, took over as CEO. The chain has since closed more than 160 restaurants and operates around 540 locations in 2026, down from more than 700 before the bankruptcy. It is headquartered in Orlando, Florida.
Its best-known traditions are Cheddar Bay Biscuits, Endless Shrimp and Lobsterfest, which has run every year since 1984. Endless Shrimp, made a permanent $20 menu item in 2023, cost the company about $11 million in a single quarter and was a factor in the bankruptcy; it returned in 2026 as a higher-priced, limited-time promotion.
How We Build This Guide
- Prices and calories are kept in our own menu database and shown live on this page, so a change to one dish updates every table it appears in.
- Promotions and facts such as Endless Shrimp pricing, Crabfest dates and happy hour terms are checked against Red Lobster’s own announcements and major news coverage before they go on the site.
- When we cannot verify something, we say so or leave it out. We do not publish the widely repeated “10% senior discount” because we found no official source for it.
- We are independent. Red Lobster does not pay for, review or approve anything here, and we do not take orders or reservations.
- Found a price that is wrong? Tell us which dish and location, and we will check it.
All Red Lobster Guides
- Red Lobster seafood boil: prices, flavors and calories
- Endless Shrimp: price, flavors and rules
- $15 specials and daily deals
- Happy hour: $5 drinks and $2 off appetizers
- Crabfest menu and prices
- Lobsterfest dishes and dates
- Lunch menu with prices
- Senior menu with prices
- Kids menu with prices
- Drinks menu
- Nutrition and allergens
- Hours and holiday hours
- Gift card balance
- Coupons and rewards
- Copycat shrimp scampi recipe
- See every guide
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a meal at Red Lobster cost?
Most adult entrees cost $17.99 to $39.99, and a typical dinner for one with a drink comes to $28 to $40 before tax and tip. Lunch runs about $23 to $27, and family bundles feed four for roughly $12 to $22 per person.
What should I order at Red Lobster?
First-timers usually go for the Ultimate Feast, which combines lobster, snow crab and shrimp. Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is the lighter favorite, a seafood boil is the one to share, and Walt’s Favorite Shrimp is the classic fried choice.
What is the cheapest thing on the Red Lobster menu?
The cheapest adult entree is Hand-Battered Fish & Chips at $17.99, and the Friday daily deal drops fish and chips to $15.99. On weekdays from 3 to 6 PM, five Early Dine-In entrees are under $15. Kids’ meals start at $8.99.
How much is a seafood boil at Red Lobster?
Seafood boils start at $34.99 for the Cajun Garlic Butter Boil Bag. The Sailor’s Seafood Boil is $39.99, the Mariner’s is $54.99, and the Family Seafood Boil Bundle serves four for $89.99. During Crabfest the Crabfest Boil is $43.99 with snow crab.
How much is the Ultimate Feast?
The Ultimate Feast is $54.99 and about 1,280 calories. Create Your Own Ultimate Feast, where you choose the components, is $59.99.
How much is the Admiral’s Feast?
The Admiral’s Feast, a fried combination platter, is $32.99 and about 1,670 calories. It costs less than the Ultimate Feast but carries more calories because most of it is breaded.
How much is Endless Shrimp, and is it available now?
Endless Shrimp is back for a limited time from August 17, 2026, at $24.99 in most locations and $29.99 in select markets. It is dine-in only, with five shrimp flavors to mix and match.
Are Cheddar Bay Biscuits free?
Yes, they come free with most dine-in entrees and are refilled on request. To take them home, a half dozen costs $7.99 and a dozen $10.49.
How many calories are in a Cheddar Bay Biscuit?
About 160 calories per biscuit, with roughly 10 grams of fat, 16 grams of carbohydrates and 380 milligrams of sodium.
What are the lowest-calorie items at Red Lobster?
The 6 oz Filet Mignon (390 calories), Seasoned Sirloin (430) and Whole Steamed Maine Lobster (440) are the lightest adult entrees. The Kids Grilled Shrimp Skewer is the lightest item overall at 250 calories.
Does Red Lobster have steak and chicken?
Yes. The menu includes a 6 oz Filet Mignon, a 7 oz Seasoned Sirloin, Parmesan-Crusted Chicken, Crispy Chicken Tenders and Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo.
Does Red Lobster have surf and turf?
Yes. The Ultimate Surf & Turf Feast is $39.99, and the Wednesday daily deal pairs a Maine lobster tail with a 7 oz sirloin for $24.99.
Is there calamari on the Red Lobster menu?
Yes. Hand-Breaded Calamari is a starter served with jalapeño ranch and marinara, listed at around $14.99 and 1,000 calories. Availability can vary by location.
Does Red Lobster have vegetarian options?
Only a few: Crispy Mozzarella Bites, the Cheddar Bay Biscuits, vegetable and potato sides, and the desserts. Caesar dressing traditionally contains anchovy, so ask before ordering the salad.
Does Red Lobster have gluten-free options?
Plain grilled and steamed dishes such as steamed lobster, snow crab, grilled salmon and steak can be ordered without gluten ingredients, but the kitchen is not gluten-free and fryers are shared. Speak to a manager if you have celiac disease.
Does Red Lobster have a lunch menu?
Yes, from opening at 11 AM until mid-afternoon at most locations, with dishes from $9.49 to $21.99. The Early Dine-In menu adds entrees under $15 on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM.
Does Red Lobster have a senior discount?
There is no confirmed nationwide senior discount or senior menu. The widely repeated 10% figure has no official source we could find. Some locations offer a military discount, so it is worth asking.
Does Red Lobster have a kids menu?
Yes, four entrees at $8.99 to $9.79, each with a side and a drink: Grilled Shrimp Skewer, Popcorn Shrimp, Golden-Fried Fish and Chicken Tenders.
Does Red Lobster have family meals?
Yes. Family bundles serve four for $47.99 to $89.99, including the Shrimp Linguini Alfredo Family Pack, the Captain’s Feast Family Platter and the Family Seafood Boil Bundle.
What are the $15 specials at Red Lobster?
The Friday daily deal is Fish & Chips for $15.99, and five Early Dine-In entrees cost under $15 on weekdays from 3 to 6 PM. The $15.99 Ultimate SpendLESS Shrimp from 2025 has ended.
What time is happy hour at Red Lobster?
Weekdays from 3 to 6 PM at participating locations, with $5 drinks and $2 off five appetizers. It is dine-in only, usually at the bar.
What time does Red Lobster open and close?
Most locations open at 11 AM and close at 10 PM Sunday to Thursday and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Some city locations stay open later.
Is Red Lobster open on Christmas and Thanksgiving?
Red Lobster is open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day at participating locations, usually with shorter hours. Thanksgiving varies by location, so call ahead.
Does Red Lobster take reservations?
Most locations run an online waitlist or call-ahead seating through Red Lobster’s website and app rather than traditional reservations. Some locations take bookings for larger parties.
Does Red Lobster deliver?
Yes, in most areas through Red Lobster’s own ordering and apps such as DoorDash, Uber Eats and Grubhub. Delivery-app prices are often higher than in the restaurant, so pickup usually costs less.
Does Red Lobster offer catering?
Yes, at participating locations, with party platters ordered in advance online or by phone. Family bundles are a simpler option for groups of four.
How do Red Lobster rewards work?
Red Lobster Nation is free to join and gives 20% off your first order. You then earn 1 point per $1, and 100 points is worth $10. Points are not earned on alcohol, gift cards, tax or tips.
How do I check my Red Lobster gift card balance?
Use the balance checker on Red Lobster’s own gift card site with the card number and PIN, or ask your server. Avoid third-party balance sites, which collect the details needed to spend your card.
Are Red Lobster prices the same at every location?
No. Prices vary with local costs, seafood market rates and whether a restaurant is franchised, and delivery-app prices are usually higher. The prices here are a reference, so confirm with your restaurant.
Who owns Red Lobster, and who is the CEO?
Since September 2024 Red Lobster has been owned by a group of former lenders led by Fortress Investment Group. The CEO is Damola Adamolekun, previously head of P.F. Chang’s.
Is Red Lobster closing or going out of business?
No. Red Lobster filed for Chapter 11 in May 2024 and emerged in September 2024. It has closed more than 160 underperforming restaurants but still operates around 540 locations in 2026.
How many Red Lobster locations are there?
About 540 in the United States as of 2026, down from more than 700 before the 2024 bankruptcy.
Is this the official Red Lobster website?
No. Red Lobster Menu Deals is an independent guide. For ordering, reservations, gift cards or account questions, use Red Lobster’s official website or app.
Red Lobster Menu Deals is an independent guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Red Lobster. Menu items, prices, calorie counts and promotions vary by location and change without notice. Always confirm current details with your local restaurant.