Red Lobster Specials 2026: Limited Time Offers & Seasonal Deals

By Alex Rivera, Head of Menu Research | Prices Verified October 2026 Against the Red lobster App.

Red Lobster runs rotating weekday daily deals (Monday through Friday), a Happy Hour from 3 to 6 PM, a new Late Night Happy Hour from 9 PM to close, and limited-time seasonal promotions like Endless Shrimp. Deals vary by location and change often — this page tracks what is live right now.

Happening Right Now

These offers are live as of October 2026. Availability varies by location.

Endless Shrimp $24.99

Endless Shrimp is back! Mix and match endless shrimp varieties, served with your choice of one side. Current lineup includes Garlic Bread-Crusted Shrimp, Shrimp Linguini Alfredo, Garlic Shrimp Scampi, Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp, Walt’s Favorite Shrimp, and the new OLD BAY Seasoned Scampi. Price is $24.99 at most participating locations.

NEW Late Night Happy Hour

Starting October 12, 2026: Monday through Friday from 9 PM to close at participating locations. Enjoy $6 signature cocktails, wine and beer, plus $2 off select starters.

Weekday Daily Deals (Monday – Friday)

Available all day for dine-in or to-go at participating locations:

DaySpecialPrice
MondayUltimate Endless Shrimp (mix-and-match varieties, one side)$24.99
TuesdayCrab Lover’s Duo (half-pound steamed snow crab legs + Crab & Shrimp Linguini Alfredo)$25.99
WednesdaySteak & Walt’s Favorite Shrimp (grilled 7 oz. sirloin + hand-breaded shrimp)$23.99
ThursdaySalmon New Orleans (blackened Atlantic salmon with shrimp in Cajun butter sauce)$23.99
FridayFish & Chips (wild-caught beer-battered cod with fries and coleslaw)$15.99

Pricing and availability may vary by location. Each meal comes with complimentary Cheddar Bay Biscuits.

Happy Hour (Monday Friday, 3 PM 6 PM)

Dine-in only at participating locations. $5 select drink specials (including select margaritas and martinis) plus $2 off select appetizers like Lobster Flatbread and Seafood-Stuffed Mushrooms.

Early Dine Specials (Monday Friday, 3 PM 6 PM)

Five select entrees under $15, including Cheeseburger, Chicken or Shrimp Linguini Alfredo, Fish & Chips, and Crunch-Fried Flounder. Dine-in only.

Seasonal Hawaiian Cocktails

Limited-time seasonal drink additions including the Magical Blue Hawaiian, Hula Punch, and Lava Flow Margarita. Available while supplies last.

Coming Soon

Red Lobster announces seasonal events throughout the year. Check back for updates on upcoming limited-time offers. Holiday promotions are typically announced a few weeks in advance.

Kids Eat Free Halloween Weekend (Oct 30 – Nov 1, 2026)

From Friday, October 30 through Sunday, November 1, kids meals are free with a full-price adult entrée at participating U.S. and Canadian restaurants. Dine in: kids in costume eat free — one full-price adult entrée qualifies for up to two free kids meals (limit 2 free kids meals per table; maximum $9.99 value per kids meal). Ordering to go? Place the order online with promo code SPOOKY26 and get one free kids meal with one full-price adult entrée. Whether a costume qualifies is at the restaurant staff’s discretion. Cannot be combined with Red Lobster Nation offers, rewards, or other discounts.

Recently Ended

$1 Appetizers (October 9–12, 2026)

Four-day promotion offering select individually-sized appetizers for $1 with any entree purchase. This offer has ended.

How Limited-Time Offers Work

  • Participating locations only. Not every restaurant runs every promotion.
  • No rain checks. When a limited-time offer ends, it is gone.
  • Dine-in vs. to-go varies. Daily deals are available for dine-in or to-go; Happy Hour is dine-in only.
  • Prices vary by location. The prices listed here are typical prices; your local restaurant may differ.
  • Cannot always combine. Limited-time offers usually cannot be combined with coupons or rewards redemptions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long do Red Lobster specials last?

It depends on the offer. Weekday daily deals run indefinitely but can change. Limited-time offers like Endless Shrimp run for several weeks to a few months. Happy Hour is ongoing.

Do Red Lobster deals vary by location?

Yes. Pricing and availability vary by location. Always check with your local restaurant before visiting.

Can I use coupons on top of specials?

Usually not. Limited-time offers typically cannot be combined with coupons or rewards redemptions. Ask your server for details.

Are Happy Hour deals available for delivery or takeout?

No. Happy Hour specials are dine-in only. However, the weekday daily deals are available for both dine-in and to-go.

When does Endless Shrimp end?

Red Lobster has not announced an end date. Endless Shrimp is a limited-time offer — when it ends, it is typically announced a week or two in advance.

Are the weekday daily deals available all day?

Yes. The Monday through Friday daily deals run all day for dine-in or to-go at participating locations.

What time is Red Lobster Happy Hour?

Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at participating locations. There is also a Late Night Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 9 PM to close.

Does Red Lobster have a senior discount?

There is no official corporate-wide senior discount policy. However, some individual locations may offer an informal discount (around 10%) upon request. Ask your local restaurant.

Do Cheddar Bay Biscuits come free?

Yes. A basket of warm Cheddar Bay Biscuits is served free with every dine-in entree.

How do I join the rewards program?

You can sign up for Red Lobster Nation (free) by providing your name, phone number, email address, zip code, and birthday to earn points and unlock perks.

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Disclaimer: Deals, prices, and availability change frequently and vary by location. This page is updated regularly but always confirm current offers with your local restaurant before visiting.