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USA Today
14-02-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Red Lobster brings back Lobsterfest: What to know about menu specials, how long it runs
Red Lobster brings back Lobsterfest: What to know about menu specials, how long it runs Red Lobster customers will once again be able to eat lobster to their heart's content, with the return of Lobsterfest, known this year as "The Greatest Lobsterfest of All Time," or GLOAT for short. The seasonal meal deal returned to participating Red Lobster locations nationwide on Tuesday, months after the seafood chain exited financial bankruptcy. "Lobsterfest is the ultimate celebration for lobster lovers, and this year, we're taking it to the next level with more variety, more flavor, and more ways than ever for guests to satisfy their crustacean cravings," Nichole Robillard, Red Lobster marketing executive said in a statement. Red Lobster is "owning its lob-star status" for this year's Lobsterfest by offering customers 10 dishes and a "Create Your Own" option tied to "GLOAT," a news release read. Red Lobster also tapped Blake Griffin, a former professional basketball player, to help promote the return of Lobsterfest with a combination plate compromised of Griffin's favorite menu items. Lobster (Blake Griffin's Way) means a plate featuring Rock Lobster Tail, Garlic Butter-Poached Maine Lobster and Lobster Mac & Cheese, which customers can order for a limited time. Here's what to know about Lobsterfest, including this year's new and returning menu offerings. When is Lobsterfest? Lobsterfest began Feb. 11 and continues through Sunday, April 20. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Lobsterfest 2025 menu specials, offerings This year's Lobsterfest lineup features 10 dishes and a new "Create Your Own" option, which allows customers to build their "perfect Lobsterfest feast" by selecting up to three lobster entrées. New Lobster dishes tied to the seasonal meal deal include Lobster & Shrimp Linguini, Garlic Butter-Poached Maine Lobster, Lobster Mac & Cheese, and a Lobster Roll. Hush puppies, popcorn shrimp and an endless supply of Cheddar Bay Biscuits are some of the returning fan-favorites. "To top it off, guests can sip on handcrafted cocktails, making every bite and sip an unforgettable experience," Red Lobster said. Red Lobster exits bankruptcy After a bout of financial difficulties, a federal judge approved the seafood chain's plan to exit from an "endless shrimp" fiasco, massive debt, dozens of location closures and an overall decline in guests. Part of Red Lobster's plan to exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy included obtaining a new financial backer, which acquired the restaurant at the end of the month. The struggling restaurant chain was acquired by RL Investor Holdings LLC, a newly formed entity organized and controlled by Fortress Investment Group LLC. "It's definitely an area where we have a lot of experience," Fortress spokesperson Gordon Runté previously told USA TODAY. "Red Lobster is a big undertaking, it is 500-plus locations, but we're excited about the prospects for the restaurant." Damola Adamolekun, who took over as Red Lobster's CEO, was ecstatic about the acquisition, calling it a "great day" for Red Lobster. "With our new backers, we have a comprehensive and long-term investment plan – including a commitment of more than $60 million in new funding – that will help to reinvigorate the iconic brand while keeping the best of its history," Adamolekun said then. "Red Lobster has a tremendous future, and I cannot wait to get started on our plan with the company's more than 30,000 team members across the USA and Canada." Contributing: Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY
Associated Press
11-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Red Lobster® Declares This Year's Lobsterfest® the GLOAT: The Greatest Lobsterfest of All Time
NBA All-Star Blake Griffin Joins the Celebration, Helping Fans Build Their Dream Lobsterfest Plates ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Red Lobster's most legendary event of the year is back and bigger than ever. Lobsterfest® returns from February 11 through April 20, 2025, and this year, it's not just great, it's the GLOAT: The Greatest Lobsterfest of All Time. Red Lobster® is owning its lob-star status with unmatched quality, bold flavors, and an elite new lineup of lobster creations designed to make this year's celebration truly unforgettable. Red Lobster is doubling down on its lobster authority, rolling out 10 mouthwatering dishes alongside the ultimate Lobsterfest upgrade: a Create Your Own option. For the first time ever, guests can build their dream plate by selecting two or three lobster entrées, customizing their perfect Lobsterfest feast. 'Lobsterfest is the ultimate celebration for lobster lovers, and this year, we're taking it to the next level with more variety, more flavor, and more ways than ever for guests to satisfy their crustacean cravings,' said Nichole Robillard, CMO at Red Lobster. 'From brand-new lobster creations to our exciting new Create Your Own option, we're serving up a lobster-loaded lineup that's sure to please any palate.' To celebrate the greatest Lobsterfest of all time, NBA All-Star Blake Griffin is bringing his A-game from the court to the table. He's proven himself as a Dunk Champion, and now he's taking his skills to the ultimate seafood feast. For a limited time, guests can now enjoy their lobster Blake Griffin's Way: a winning lineup featuring Rock Lobster Tail, NEW Garlic Butter-Poached Maine Lobster, and NEW Lobster Mac & Cheese, all on one plate. The partnership between the Red Lobster and Griffin officially kicked off with a campaign spot that shows how the Dunk Champion is taking his skills to another level. 'This year's Lobsterfest is going to be epic,' said Griffin. 'My Lobsterfest plate is stacked and I can't wait for fans to try it and make this year's Lobsterfest the greatest Lobsterfest of all time.' Only at Red Lobster can fans indulge in the one-of-a-kind Lobsterfest celebration, featuring all-new lobster dishes – like Lobster & Shrimp Linguini and a Lobster Roll – plus a Create Your Own option. Returning fan favorites, including hush puppies and popcorn shrimp, are back, all served with endless Cheddar Bay Biscuits. To top it off, guests can sip on handcrafted cocktails, making every bite and sip an unforgettable experience. Don't miss your chance to be part of the most legendary Lobsterfest yet. The countdown is on, so get ready to feast like a GOAT at Red Lobster. Stay connected throughout Lobsterfest on Facebook, X, TikTok, and Instagram. To view the complete Red Lobster menu or find a restaurant location near you, visit Red Lobster's website. About Red Lobster Seafood Co.
