Red Lobster Crabfest is back for 2026 with a bigger selection of crab-focused dishes and customizable seafood combinations. Starting June 29, 2026, participating Red Lobster restaurants are offering the seasonal Crabfest menu for a limited time.
This year’s Crabfest gives guests more ways to customize their meal, including a choice between Snow Crab and Bairdi Crab, multiple sauces and flavors, a new Crabfest Boil, and several crab-topped favorites. Red Lobster has also added Mike’s Hot Honey® as a limited-time flavor on select Crabfest items.
Because Crabfest is a limited-time promotion, availability can vary by restaurant and supply. Red Lobster also states that menu availability and recipes can vary because of supply conditions.
Red Lobster Crabfest Menu With Prices
Here are the current prices shown on Red Lobster’s online Crabfest menu:
| Crabfest Item | Crab Choice | Price | Calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crab Your Way | Snow Crab | $29.99 | 910+ |
| Crab Your Way | Bairdi Crab | $34.99 | 950+ |
| Crabfest Boil | Snow Crab | $43.99 | 1,890–2,370+ |
| Crabfest Boil | Bairdi Crab | $48.99 | 1,890–2,370+ |
Prices shown are current online menu prices and can vary by location. Red Lobster specifically asks customers to select a location for local pricing.
What Is Red Lobster Crabfest?
Crabfest is Red Lobster’s seasonal celebration centered around crab and seafood. Instead of offering only one crab entrée, the 2026 menu focuses on customization.
Guests can choose:
- Snow Crab or Bairdi Crab
- Different Crabfest flavors
- Simply Steamed preparation
- Cajun seasoning
- Lemon Pepper
- OLD BAY® & Butter Sauce
- Roasted Garlic
- NEW Mike’s Hot Honey® on select items
- Different spice levels for the Crabfest Boil
The 2026 Crabfest also includes crab-topped appetizers, vegetables, potatoes, salmon, steak, and pasta.
Crab Your Way
Crab Your Way is one of the central dishes on the 2026 Red Lobster Crabfest menu.
It includes a full pound of crab legs served over crispy potatoes, along with your choice of one side. You can select either Snow Crab or Bairdi Crab and then choose your preferred flavor.
Snow Crab Crab Your Way
Price: $29.99
Snow Crab Crab Your Way includes a full pound of Snow Crab legs over crispy potatoes with a choice of side.
The current menu lists the Snow Crab portion at 610 calories before the selected flavor, potatoes, and side adjustments.
Bairdi Crab Crab Your Way
Price: $34.99
Bairdi Crab provides another option for guests who want to customize their Crabfest meal.
The current menu lists Bairdi Crab at 650 calories before flavor and side adjustments.
Crab Your Way Flavors
One of the main attractions of the current Crabfest is the ability to customize how the crab is prepared.
| Flavor | Calories |
|---|---|
| Simply Steamed | 300 |
| OLD BAY® & Butter Sauce | 590 |
| Cajun | 650 |
| Lemon Pepper | 670 |
| Roasted Garlic | 860 |
The current Crab Your Way menu displays these calorie figures for the available flavor preparations.
Simply Steamed
Simply Steamed is the most straightforward preparation for guests who want to enjoy the natural flavor of the crab without a heavier sauce.
Cajun
The Cajun preparation adds a spicy, seasoned flavor to the crab and is a popular choice for guests who prefer a more robust seafood seasoning.
Lemon Pepper
Lemon Pepper combines citrusy flavor with pepper seasoning and provides an alternative to butter-based preparations.
OLD BAY® & Butter Sauce
This option combines the classic seafood seasoning profile of OLD BAY® with butter sauce.
Roasted Garlic
Roasted Garlic provides a richer garlic-forward flavor and is currently the highest-calorie flavor listed for Crab Your Way at 860 calories.
New Crabfest Boil
The Crabfest Boil is one of the biggest additions to the 2026 Crabfest menu.
It includes:
- 1 full pound of crab legs
- 12 shrimp
- Corn
- Red potatoes
- Choice of seafood boil flavor
- Choice of spice level
Red Lobster describes this as offering twice the portion of crab compared with its existing seafood boils.
Crabfest Boil With Snow Crab
Price: $43.99
The Snow Crab version is currently listed at $43.99.
Crabfest Boil With Bairdi Crab
Price: $48.99
The Bairdi Crab version is currently listed at $48.99.
The Crabfest Boil is listed at approximately 1,890–2,370 calories, depending on the selected flavor and spice combination.
Crabfest Boil Flavors
Guests can customize their Crabfest Boil with several flavors:
| Crabfest Boil Flavor | Calories |
|---|---|
| Roasted Garlic | 1,720 |
| Cajun | 1,280 |
| OLD BAY® & Butter Sauce | 1,290 |
| Lemon Pepper | 1,390 |
| RL Signature | 1,550 |
| Mike’s Hot Honey® | 1,300 |
The menu also allows guests to select additional spice levels.
Crabfest Boil Spice Levels
The current menu lists:
| Spice Level | Additional Calories |
|---|---|
| Spicy | 20 |
| Extra Spicy | 50 |
| Scorchin’ | 110 |
This lets diners customize the heat level in addition to selecting their preferred Crabfest flavor.
Crabfest Crab-Topped Favorites
Crabfest 2026 isn’t limited to crab legs and seafood boils. Red Lobster has also incorporated crab into several of its other menu favorites.
The current Crabfest lineup includes:
- Crab-Topped Stuffed Mushrooms
- Crab Queso
- Salmon Oscar
- Steak Oscar
- Crab-Topped Asparagus
- Crab-Topped Baked Potato
- Crab & Shrimp Linguini Alfredo
These dishes provide alternatives for guests who want crab without ordering a full pound of crab legs.
Crab & Shrimp Linguini Alfredo
The Crab & Shrimp Linguini Alfredo combines:
- Lump crab meat
- Tender shrimp
- Linguini
- Creamy garlic Alfredo sauce
- Fresh asparagus
- Tomatoes
It provides a pasta-based way to enjoy the Crabfest flavors instead of a traditional crab-leg meal.
Crab-Topped Appetizers and Sides
The 2026 Crabfest menu also brings crab into smaller dishes.
Crab-Topped Stuffed Mushrooms
These combine Red Lobster’s stuffed mushroom preparation with crab for a seafood-focused appetizer.
Crab Queso
Crab Queso offers a richer appetizer-style option featuring crab incorporated into a warm queso preparation.
Crab-Topped Asparagus
This gives diners a vegetable-based option with crab added on top.
Crab-Topped Baked Potato
A baked potato gets a seafood upgrade with crab as a topping.
These selections are part of the limited-time Crabfest lineup and may not be available once the promotion ends.
Snow Crab vs. Bairdi Crab
One of the biggest changes to the 2026 Crabfest is the choice between Snow Crab and Bairdi Crab.
| Feature | Snow Crab | Bairdi Crab |
|---|---|---|
| Available in Crab Your Way | Yes | Yes |
| Available in Crabfest Boil | Yes | Yes |
| Crab Your Way Price | $29.99 | $34.99 |
| Crab Your Way Listed Calories | 610 | 650 |
| Crabfest Boil Price | $43.99 | $48.99 |
| Flavor customization | Yes | Yes |
Bairdi Crab carries a higher listed price than Snow Crab on the current menu.
Red Lobster Crabfest Family Meal
For larger groups, Red Lobster’s current Family Meals section also includes Crab Your Way Family Meal.
The meal features 3 pounds of Snow Crab prepared your way, served over crispy potatoes with a choice of a family-style side.
The Family Meal can be particularly useful when several people want to share a crab-focused dinner.
Red Lobster Crabfest Drinks
Crabfest 2026 also introduces tropical, Hawaiian-inspired cocktails.
The current promotional lineup includes:
Magical Blue Hawaiian
Made with:
- Malibu Coconut Rum
- Pineapple flavors
- Citrus flavors
- Butterfly pea tea
Hula Punch
Made with:
- Ketel One Vodka
- Peach flavors
- Hibiscus flavors
- Club soda
Lava Flow Margarita
Made with:
- Espolòn Blanco Tequila
- Malibu Coconut Rum
- Strawberry hibiscus sour
These cocktails are part of the limited-time Crabfest promotion and availability may vary by participating restaurant.
When Did Red Lobster Crabfest 2026 Start?
The 2026 Red Lobster Crabfest began on June 29, 2026.
Red Lobster describes the promotion as a limited-time seasonal offering available at participating restaurants.
Because Crabfest is a seasonal promotion, the end date and availability should be confirmed with your local restaurant.
Is Red Lobster Crabfest Still Available?
The 2026 Crabfest menu is currently listed on Red Lobster’s website, including Crab Your Way and the new Crabfest Boil. Red Lobster describes it as a limited-time promotion, so availability can end when the promotion period concludes or when certain items are unavailable.
How Much Does Red Lobster Crabfest Cost?
Current online prices include:
- Crab Your Way with Snow Crab — $29.99
- Crab Your Way with Bairdi Crab — $34.99
- Crabfest Boil with Snow Crab — $43.99
- Crabfest Boil with Bairdi Crab — $48.99
Prices are subject to change and may vary by restaurant. Red Lobster’s online ordering system specifically instructs customers to select a location for local pricing.
Is Bairdi Crab Back at Red Lobster?
Yes. Bairdi Crab has returned as part of the 2026 Crabfest menu.
Guests can select Bairdi Crab for both Crab Your Way and the new Crabfest Boil. Red Lobster announced the return as part of its effort to offer more customization during the 2026 Crabfest.
What Is the Cheapest Crabfest Item?
Among the main Crabfest selections currently listed online, Crab Your Way with Snow Crab is $29.99, making it less expensive than the Bairdi Crab version and both Crabfest Boil options.
What Is the Newest Crabfest Item?
The major new addition for 2026 is the Crabfest Boil.
It contains a full pound of crab legs, a dozen shrimp, corn, and red potatoes, with customizable flavor and spice options. Guests can choose between Snow Crab and Bairdi Crab.
How Many Calories Are in Red Lobster Crabfest?
Calories vary considerably depending on the item, crab type, flavor, sides, and spice level.
For example:
- Snow Crab in Crab Your Way — 610 calories before flavor and side adjustments
- Bairdi Crab in Crab Your Way — 650 calories before flavor and side adjustments
- Simply Steamed flavor — 300 calories
- Roasted Garlic flavor — 860 calories
- Crabfest Boil — approximately 1,890–2,370 calories, depending on the selected preparation
The calorie totals shown by Red Lobster should be considered alongside the selected sides and additional ingredients.
Is Red Lobster Crabfest Available for Takeout?
Availability depends on the specific Crabfest item and restaurant. Red Lobster’s online ordering system currently lists Crabfest selections, while its broader Family Meals page also includes crab-focused meals for To-Go or delivery.
Check the ordering options for your selected restaurant before placing an order.
Red Lobster Crabfest vs. Regular Crab Menu
Crabfest is different from Red Lobster’s regular menu because it introduces limited-time crab combinations, special flavors, and seasonal dishes.
| Feature | Crabfest | Regular Menu |
|---|---|---|
| Snow Crab | Yes | Yes |
| Bairdi Crab | Yes, limited-time | Availability varies |
| Crab Your Way | Yes | Crab-focused seasonal item |
| Crabfest Boil | Yes, new for 2026 | No |
| Crab-topped dishes | Yes | Some options may remain |
| Seasonal flavors | Yes | Limited |
| Mike’s Hot Honey® | Select Crabfest items | Limited-time |
| Availability | Limited-time | Broader year-round menu |
Tips for Ordering Red Lobster Crabfest
Choose Your Crab First
Decide whether you want Snow Crab or Bairdi Crab before selecting the flavor.
Consider Simply Steamed
If you want to experience the crab without a heavy sauce, Simply Steamed is the most straightforward option.
Customize the Spice
The Crabfest Boil lets you select different spice levels, including Spicy, Extra Spicy, and Scorchin’.
Compare the Full Meal
Remember that sauces, potatoes, sides, beverages, and additional toppings can change the overall price and calorie count.
Check Your Local Restaurant
Crab is a supply-sensitive product, and Red Lobster specifically notes that availability can vary. The restaurant also says that item availability and recipes may change because of supply disruptions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Red Lobster Crabfest
What is Red Lobster Crabfest?
Red Lobster Crabfest is a limited-time seasonal promotion featuring crab-focused dishes, customizable crab preparations, seafood boils, crab-topped dishes, and special beverages.
When did Red Lobster Crabfest 2026 start?
The 2026 Crabfest started on June 29, 2026, at participating Red Lobster restaurants.
How much is Crab Your Way at Red Lobster?
Crab Your Way currently costs $29.99 with Snow Crab or $34.99 with Bairdi Crab.
How much is the Red Lobster Crabfest Boil?
The Crabfest Boil is currently $43.99 with Snow Crab and $48.99 with Bairdi Crab.
What comes in the Crabfest Boil?
The Crabfest Boil includes one full pound of crab legs, 12 shrimp, corn, and red potatoes. Guests choose the crab type, flavor, and spice level.
Does Red Lobster Crabfest have Bairdi Crab?
Yes. Bairdi Crab is available as part of the 2026 Crabfest menu for both Crab Your Way and the Crabfest Boil.
What flavors are available for Crab Your Way?
The current options include Simply Steamed, Cajun, Lemon Pepper, OLD BAY® & Butter Sauce, and Roasted Garlic.
Does Crabfest have Mike’s Hot Honey?
Yes. Mike’s Hot Honey® is a new limited-time flavor featured on select Crabfest items in 2026.
Is Crabfest available at every Red Lobster?
Crabfest is offered at participating Red Lobster restaurants for a limited time. Seafood availability can also vary based on supply.
Is Red Lobster Crabfest available all year?
No. Crabfest is a seasonal, limited-time promotion. The 2026 version launched June 29 and is not presented by Red Lobster as a permanent menu category.
Final Thoughts
The Red Lobster Crabfest 2026 menu gives seafood lovers several ways to customize their crab dinner. The biggest highlights are Crab Your Way, the return of Bairdi Crab, and the new Crabfest Boil, which combines a full pound of crab with shrimp, corn, and potatoes.
Current prices start at $29.99 for Snow Crab Your Way, while the new Crabfest Boil starts at $43.99 with Snow Crab. Bairdi Crab options are priced higher at $34.99 for Crab Your Way and $48.99 for the Crabfest Boil.
Since Crabfest is a limited-time promotion and seafood availability can change, customers should check their specific Red Lobster location for the latest menu, pricing, and availability before ordering.
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