Red Lobster Appetizers & Soups Prices (2026)

The Red Lobster appetizers & soups menu runs from $7.49 to $14.99 in 2026, averaging $11.68 across 8 priced items. Every item is listed below with its current price.

CheapestNew England Clam Chowder (cup) — $7.49
Most expensiveLobster & Crab Dip — $14.99
Average price$11.68
Items priced8

Saving Money on Red Lobster Appetizers & Soups

  • Order before 3:00 PM on a weekday — the lunch menu serves the same signature shrimp dishes for roughly $9 less than dinner.
  • Cheddar Bay Biscuits are unlimited and free with any dine-in entree, so skip paid appetizers if you are watching the total.
  • Join My Red Lobster Rewards for a free appetizer or dessert on signup plus a birthday reward.
  • Endless Shrimp and Crabfest promotions offer the best cost per ounce of protein on the entire menu — but only while they run.
About these prices: menu prices are set by individual franchise owners and change without notice. The figures on this page are researched estimates for 2026 and are provided for reference only. Confirm the current price with the restaurant before ordering. Menu Price Book is not affiliated with this chain.

Red Lobster Appetizers & Soups Prices — FAQ

How much is the cheapest item on the Red Lobster appetizers & soups menu?

New England Clam Chowder (cup) is the cheapest appetizers & soups item at Red Lobster, at about $7.49 in 2026. The next cheapest options are Lobster Bisque (cup) ($8.49) and Dozen Cheddar Bay Biscuits (to go) ($8.99).

What is the average Red Lobster appetizers & soups price in 2026?

Across the 8 priced appetizers & soups items we track, the average is $11.68 and the midpoint is $13.99. Prices run from $7.49 for New England Clam Chowder (cup) up to $14.99 for Lobster & Crab Dip.

Is Red Lobster appetizers & soups expensive compared with other chains?

3 of the 8 comparable chains we track are cheaper on appetizers & soups. Waffle House averages $8.78 against $11.68 at Red Lobster — a gap of about 25%.

Do Red Lobster appetizers & soups prices vary by location?

Yes. Red Lobster franchisees set their own prices, so the same item can differ by a dollar or more between neighbouring towns, and airport, stadium and highway locations run higher still. The figures here are the prices that appear most often across U.S. markets.

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