How Much Is a Fried Alligator at Pappadeaux?
A Fried Alligator costs $18.99 at Pappadeaux in 2026.
Tender alligator bites fried in Cajun batter, with a dipping sauce.
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How to Pay Less at Pappadeaux
- A bowl of gumbo or bisque ($12.99) with a house salad ($8.99) is a full meal for about $22 — less than any seafood entrée.
- The Fried Catfish Platter at about $23.99 is the cheapest seafood plate; blackened catfish adds only a dollar.
- Two people sharing the Seafood Platter (about $44.99) pay less each than ordering two shrimp or salmon entrées.
- Pappadeaux runs weekday lunch pricing at many locations, typically a few dollars below the dinner prices shown here.
Fried Alligator Price — FAQ
How much is a Fried Alligator at Pappadeaux?
A Fried Alligator costs $18.99 at Pappadeaux in 2026. That is the national average menu price, last checked October 15, 2026. Franchise owners set their own prices, so expect a little more at airport, city-centre and highway locations.
What is cheaper than the Fried Alligator at Pappadeaux?
In the same section of the menu: Shrimp & Crab au Gratin ($17.99), Peel-and-Eat Shrimp ($16.99) and Seafood Fondue ($14.99).
Why does the Fried Alligator cost more at my Pappadeaux?
Most Pappadeaux restaurants are run by franchisees who set their own prices, so the same item can differ by a dollar or more between neighbouring towns, and airport, stadium and highway locations charge the most. App and loyalty offers are usually cheaper than the menu board.