Red Lobster Finally Caves to Fan Demand With Revival of Top-Requested Menu Offering for a Limited Time
If you're the type to always order whatever shrimp offering is available when going out to eat, Red Lobster has the perfect selection for you.
Announced today, Monday, April 20, the popular seafood restaurant shared the news that it is officially bringing back its Endless Shrimp offer after overwhelming fan demand.
"As a thank you to fans who have made endless requests to bring back Endless Shrimp, Red Lobster is reviving one of its most popular experiences with five craveable dishes-from iconic favorites like Walt's Favorite Shrimp, Garlic Shrimp Scampi, Shrimp Linguini Alfredo, and Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp," a press release shared directly with Parade stated.
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"This is about putting our guests first and bringing back something they truly love," said Damola Adamolekun, CEO of Red Lobster. "Endless Shrimp has been a part of Red Lobster's legacy for 20 years and our guests have never stopped asking for it. We're excited to bring it back, for a limited time, in a way that works for our business today and honors what made it special from the beginning. Because when our fans talk, we listen."
The change of heart was surprising for fans, as the CEO previously confirmed bringing back Endless Shrimp was not something in his plans.
The offer will be available for dine-in only, and there's no telling how long it'll be around, as Red Lobster hinted it's only here for a limited time.
With the beloved menu staple, the brand is also bringing forth a taste of something fresh with the addition of its brand-new Marry Me Shrimp: "Red Lobster's take on the viral sensation, featuring tender shrimp in a tomato cream sauce, topped with a garlic and herb crumble."
Endless Shrimp first launched in 2004 as a limited-time offer before becoming a permanent menu item in 2023-a change that reportedly cost Red Lobster $11 million and drove the chain into bankruptcy in 2024, according to WRAL News.
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Fans Rejoice
In the comments section of a Red Lobster Instagram post, where Adamolekun personally announced the revival of Endless Shrimp, fans flew in with excited reactions.
"I'll be there with my bib on 😂," one promised, while another said, "The seas have opened," and a third added, "Good, I will now visit Red lobster again 😋."
"You heard the people 👏🔥😂," someone else applauded.
More commenters dropped notes like, "What!!!!!! I'm coming," "Yes!!!! I'm excited about this!" "Helllllllllllll yeahhhhhh 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I will be pulling up!!!" "Oh it's on like donkey kong," and "THANKYOU......YOU ARE FINALLY LISTENING TO YHE PEOPLE WHO KEEPS THE LIGHTS ON IN THE BUILDING...GIVE US WHAT WE WANT."
Meanwhile, one person quipped, "About time!!! I knew that new CEO would cave when he saw nobody coming for them seafood boils thanks for listening to the customers!! Red lobster will see me back soon after years."
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This story was originally published April 20, 2026 at 7:21 AM.