Every Way Red Lobster Cooks Shrimp
| Style | How it is made | Find it in |
|---|---|---|
| Walt's Favorite Shrimp | Hand-breaded, butterflied, lightly fried | Admiral's Shrimp Trio, Walt's Favorite Shrimp Platter |
| Garlic shrimp scampi | Sautéed in garlic, white wine and butter | Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi |
| Grilled | Seasoned and grilled, no breading | Admiral's Shrimp Trio |
| Coconut | Jumbo shrimp in coconut breading | Coconut Jumbo Shrimp Entree |
| Alfredo | Sautéed shrimp over linguini in cream sauce | Shrimp Linguini Alfredo |
Walt's Favorite Shrimp is the breaded shrimp used across the fried platters and feasts. If you cannot decide, the Admiral's Shrimp Trio puts fried, grilled and scampi on one plate.
Endless Shrimp and the Bottomless Sampler
Endless Shrimp is Red Lobster's best-known promotion: refills of shrimp in several preparations for one price, dine-in only. It now runs as a Monday daily deal at $24.99 at participating locations. The Bottomless Shrimp Sampler listed here follows the same idea. Rules, flavors and history are in our Endless Shrimp guide.
The Lightest Shrimp Order
The Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is 650 calories, the lightest shrimp entree in this section, while the coconut shrimp entree is 1,190. Breading and cream sauce add more calories than the shrimp itself. Want to cook it at home? Try our copycat shrimp scampi recipe.
Calories at a Glance
The lightest item here is the Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi at 650 calories, and the heaviest is the Coconut Jumbo Shrimp Entree at 1,190. The average across the section is 905 calories. Sides, sauces and Cheddar Bay Biscuits (about 160 calories each) are extra. See the Red Lobster nutrition guide for allergens and lighter swaps.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is shrimp at Red Lobster?
Shrimp entrees in this section run from $18.99 to $22.99. The Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi is $19.49.
What is in the Admiral's Shrimp Trio?
Three preparations on one plate: fried Walt's Favorite Shrimp, grilled shrimp and garlic butter scampi. It costs $18.99.
Does Red Lobster still have Endless Shrimp?
Yes, as a Monday daily deal at $24.99 for dine-in guests at participating locations.
What is the healthiest shrimp dish at Red Lobster?
The Garlic Butter Shrimp Scampi at 650 calories. Grilled shrimp without breading is the lightest preparation.
What is Walt's Favorite Shrimp?
Red Lobster's hand-breaded, butterflied fried shrimp, used on the Admiral's Shrimp Trio, Admiral's Feast and the Walt's Favorite Shrimp Platter.
Related Guides
- Red Lobster Endless Shrimp 2026: Price, Flavors and How It Works
- Red Lobster Shrimp Scampi Recipe (Copycat, 20 Minutes)
- What Are the $15 Specials at Red Lobster? Daily Deals 2026
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