Red Lobster Seafood Boil Menu & Prices
By Alex Rivera, Head of Menu Research | Prices Verified October 2026 Against the Red Lobster App.
Quick answer: Red Lobster’s seafood boils start at $28.99 for the Sailor’s Seafood Boil ($28.99–$39.99) as of October 2026. The premium Mariner’s Boil runs about $48.99, and the seasonal Crabfest Boil price varies by location. Every boil is served in a shake-and-serve bag with your choice of butter sauce flavor. Prices vary by location — confirm in the app before ordering.
Seafood Boil Prices at a Glance
| Boil | Price | Serves | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sailor’s Seafood Boil | $28.99–$39.99 | 1 (or 2 sharing) | 2,600–3,040 |
| Sailor’s Seafood Boil Family Meal | $69.99–$99.99 | 4–5 | Not listed |
| Mariner’s Seafood Boil | $48.99 | 1 (or 2 sharing) | Varies by flavor — check the app |
| Crabfest Boil (seasonal) | Varies by location — check the app | 1 (or 2 sharing) | 1,890–2,370 |
| Lobsterfest Boil (seasonal) | Varies by location — check the app | 1 | Check the app |
Sailor’s Seafood Boil
The Sailor’s Seafood Boil is one of Red Lobster’s most talked-about menu items. It is a tableside seafood feast built around two dozen shrimp, smoked sausage, corn, and red potatoes, all served steaming hot in a shake-and-serve bag. Since its debut, the dish has become a viral favorite, with diners sharing their “shake and serve” experience across social media.
What’s inside the bag
Unlike the premium Mariner’s Boil (lobster tail and snow crab legs), the Sailor’s Boil focuses on shrimp and comfort food. The single serving includes:
- Two dozen (24) shrimp
- Smoked sausage
- Corn on the cob
- Red potatoes
Everything is cooked together and delivered to the table in a sealed bag. You shake the bag to coat all the ingredients evenly in butter and seasoning before serving. Part of the appeal is this interactive, hands-on presentation.
If you have shellfish allergies or dietary restrictions, review Red Lobster’s ingredients and allergen guide before ordering.
Flavors and customization
Pick one butter sauce flavor:
- Roasted Garlic Butter (reviewers recommend this one most)
- Cajun Butter
- OLD BAY and Butter Sauce
- Lemon Pepper Butter
- RL Signature Butter
- Mike’s Hot Honey Sauce
Tip: many locations let you mix two flavors in one bag.
| Flavor | Calories |
|---|---|
| Roasted Garlic | 1,720 |
| Cajun | 1,280 |
| Old Bay & Butter Sauce | 1,290 |
| Lemon Pepper | 1,590 |
| RL Signature | 1,550 |
| New Mike’s Hot Honey | 1,300 |
Extra Spice (pick up to 1): Spicy (+20 calories), Extra Spicy (+50 calories), or New Scorchin’ (+110 calories).
Boil Add-Ons (pick up to 2): Add Cajun Sausage — $5.99 / 380 calories.
Extra for Dunking (pick as many as you want, $3.49 each, 4 oz portions): Cajun (650 cal), Old Bay & Butter Sauce (590 cal), RL Signature (750 cal), Roasted Garlic (850 cal), Lemon Pepper (670 cal), New Mike’s Hot Honey (650 cal).
Add to Any Meal: Snow Crab Legs, 1/2 lb ($14.99, 380 cal), Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops ($11.49, 220 cal), Grilled Shrimp ($6.99, 250 cal), Garlic Shrimp Scampi ($6.99, 220 cal), and Garlic Linguini Alfredo ($7.99, 540 cal).
Add a Beverage: Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Pepsi Zero Sugar, Dr Pepper, STARRY Lemon-Lime, Mountain Dew, MUG Root Beer, Unsweet Iced Tea, Classic Lemonade, Perrier Sparkling Water — all $3.99, except Classic Lemonade ($4.79) and Perrier ($3.59).
Price and nutrition
| Individual portion | Family Meal | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $28.99-$39.99 | $69.99-$99.99 |
| Serves | 1 (or 2 sharing) | 4-5 |
| Availability | Dine-in, to-go, delivery | To-go/delivery only |
| Calories | 2,600-3,040 | Not listed |
This makes the Sailor’s Boil a noticeably more affordable option compared to the Mariner’s Seafood Boil, which swaps the smoked sausage for a Maine lobster tail and snow crab legs and typically runs closer to $48.99.
The Sailor’s Seafood Boil is a substantial, calorie-dense meal. It is closer to a “meal for the table” than a light entree. The dish itself ranges from 2,600 to 3,040 calories depending on the flavor chosen. That is before add-ons, extra dunking sauces, or beverages, which can push the total meal significantly higher.
Family meal option
For larger groups, Red Lobster also offers a Sailor’s Seafood Boil Family Meal. It serves 4-5 people and is available exclusively for to-go or delivery orders (not for dine-in). It includes the same core ingredients shrimp, smoked sausage, corn, and red potatoes — scaled up, with your choice of flavor.
Mariner’s Seafood Boil
The Mariner’s Boil is the premium boil. It swaps the smoked sausage for a Maine lobster tail and snow crab legs, plus shrimp, corn, and red potatoes, in the same shake-and-serve bag.
It typically costs about $48.99, depending on location. Calories vary by flavor — check the app for current figures.
| Sailor’s Seafood Boil | Mariner’s Seafood Boil | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | Two dozen shrimp + smoked sausage | Maine lobster tail, shrimp, snow crab legs |
| Price | ~$28.99-$39.99 | $48.99 |
| Calories | ~2,600-3,040 | Varies by flavor — check the app |
| Best for | Budget-conscious diners, shrimp lovers | Special occasions, bigger seafood appetite |
The core difference comes down to the protein. The Sailor’s Boil leans on shrimp and sausage for a more affordable, Louisiana-style boil. The Mariner’s Boil trades the sausage for lobster tail and crab legs at a higher price point.
Crabfest Boil (Seasonal)
The Crabfest Boil is a limited-time boil served during Red Lobster’s summer Crabfest event. It packs a full pound of crab legs, a dozen shrimp, corn, and red potatoes in a hot shake-and-serve bag with your choice of flavor. No substitutions.
Calories: 1,890–2,370. Price varies by location — check the app before ordering, since the official listing shows local pricing.
Crabfest is a limited-time summer event, so the Crabfest Boil is not available year-round. When Crabfest ends, the boil leaves the menu until the next Crabfest.
Lobsterfest Boil (Seasonal)
During Red Lobster’s Lobsterfest event, a limited-time Lobsterfest Boil appears on the menu. Contents and price vary by location and year — check the app before ordering.
Review: is it worth it?
Diner feedback on the Sailor’s Boil has generally been positive. Reviewers note that the shrimp holds up well texturally. It is not rubbery from overcooking, not mushy from undercooking. The smoked sausage adds a noticeably smoky, salty depth that soaks up the butter sauce nicely. The Cajun butter flavor in particular gets called out for balancing heat with richness.
The overall verdict from most reviews: at its price point, the Sailor’s Boil delivers a generous, flavorful portion with real “shareable” value, even if it is not a fine dining experience. It is positioned as the accessible entry point into Red Lobster’s seafood boil lineup, rather than the show-stopping option. That role belongs to the Mariner’s Boil.
Save on your order
Before you order, check Red Lobster’s current deals and specials, the happy hour menu for discounted appetizers and drinks, and the rewards program for members-only offers. Gift cards are also available if you are planning a boil night as a treat for someone else.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Sailor’s Seafood Boil available for dine in?
Yes, the standard individual portion is available for dine-in. The larger Family Meal version, however, is to-go/delivery only.
How much does a seafood boil cost from Red Lobster?
The Sailor’s Seafood Boil typically costs $28.99 to $39.99 depending on location. The Family Meal (serves 4-5) runs $69.99 to $99.99. The premium Mariner’s Boil is around $48.99.
How much is the Red Lobster seafood boil family meal?
The Family Meal serves 4-5 and typically runs $69.99 to $99.99 depending on location. It is available for to-go and delivery only, not dine-in.
How many calories are in the Red Lobster seafood boil?
The Sailor’s Boil has 2,600 to 3,040 calories depending on the flavor and add-ons. That is close to a full day’s calories in one bag, so many diners split it.
How many people does the Red Lobster seafood boil feed?
An individual Sailor’s or Mariner’s Boil feeds one hungry diner, or two lighter eaters sharing. The Sailor’s Boil Family Meal serves 4 to 5 people.
Does Red Lobster seafood boil come with biscuits?
The menu listing does not show biscuits as part of the boil. Cheddar Bay Biscuits usually come with Red Lobster entrees, so ask your server or check the app when ordering.
What’s the difference between the Sailor’s and Mariner’s Boil?
The Sailor’s Boil uses shrimp and smoked sausage. The Mariner’s Boil replaces the sausage with Maine lobster tail and snow crab legs, and costs more.
Can you customize the flavor?
Yes. Choose from Roasted Garlic, Cajun, Old Bay & Butter Sauce, Lemon Pepper, RL Signature, or New Mike’s Hot Honey, with adjustable spice levels at many locations. Many locations also let you mix two flavors in one bag.
Which Sailor’s Boil flavor has the fewest calories?
Cajun at 1,280 calories, followed by Old Bay & Butter Sauce at 1,290. Roasted Garlic is the heaviest at 1,720.
Can you order the Sailor’s Seafood Boil to go?
Yes. The individual portion is available dine-in and to-go. The Family Meal is to-go and delivery only.
Is the Sailor’s Seafood Boil worth it?
At $28.99 to $39.99 for two dozen shrimp plus sausage, corn, and potatoes, it is one of the best values on the menu for shrimp lovers.
Where’s the best place to get a seafood boil?
Red Lobster’s Sailor’s and Mariner’s Boils are a solid, accessible option if you want a sit-down or delivery experience with fixed portions. If you would rather build your own boil with more customization, dedicated Cajun-style boil restaurants in your area tend to offer a more hands-on, made-to-order experience.
Why is a seafood boil so expensive?
Seafood boils are priced higher than typical entrees because they pack in large quantities of shellfish and proteins (shrimp, crab, lobster, sausage), which carry high ingredient costs. The portion sizes are also meant to be shared or provide leftovers, and the labor-intensive preparation boiling, seasoning, and packaging in a shake-and-serve bag — adds to the overall cost.
Price disclaimer
Menu prices vary by location and may change without notice. Prices shown here are estimates based on the Red Lobster app and recent diner reports. Check your local Red Lobster for exact pricing.
The bottom line
The Sailor’s Seafood Boil is Red Lobster’s most fun and shareable shrimp feast. At $28.99 to $39.99, it undercuts the Mariner’s Boil by a wide margin while delivering the full shake-and-serve experience. Pick Cajun for the lightest flavor, Roasted Garlic for the crowd favorite, and bring an appetite or a friend to split it with.
Craving a seafood boil? Browse the full Red Lobster menu with prices before you go.
About the author: Alex Rivera is Head of Menu Research at Lobster Price Guide. He tracks Red Lobster’s menu, prices, and nutrition across the US, verifying every figure against the official app.
Explore More Red Lobster Menus
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- Shrimp Meals Menu
- Family Meals
- Soups & Sides Menu
- Dessert Menu
Sources: Red Lobster’s official seafood boils menu (redlobster.com) and Crabfest Boil listing (redlobster.com), as verified in October 2026. Prices, availability, and menu items vary by location.