Crabfest is back, and Red Lobster isn’t holding back this year. From hot, saucy seafood boils to crab-topped sides and colorful new cocktails, the 2025 summer menu is here to shake things up in the best way. Whether you’re a long-time Red Lobster fan or you’re just seafood-curious, there’s something here that might catch your eye—and fill your plate.
Let’s break down the fresh new offerings so you can decide what’s worth trying before Crabfest ends.
Red Lobster’s New Seafood Boils
Seafood boils are the star of the show this year. Served hot in a shakeable bag right at your table, they’re flavorful, a little messy, and a whole lot of fun.
You get to choose your seasoning:
- Roasted Garlic Butter – rich and smooth
- Cajun Butter – spicy and bold
- Old Bay Seasoning – that classic seafood flavor with a kick
Here are the two new boil options:
Mariner’s Boil
This one is packed. It comes with:
- One Maine lobster tail
- A dozen shrimp
- Snow crab legs
- Corn on the cob
- Red potatoes
It’s big enough to share, but you might not want to. The lobster tail is tender, the shrimp are juicy, and the crab legs crack open easily. Add that butter sauce, and you’ve got a real treat.
Sailor’s Boil
If you’re not into lobster, this simpler boil might be perfect. You get:
- Shrimp
- Smoked sausage
- Corn
- Red potatoes
It’s hearty, warm, and fills you up without going overboard. The sausage gives it a smoky, savory twist that works great with Cajun Butter.
New Crabfest Menu Items
It’s not just the boils getting all the attention. Red Lobster rolled out five new crab-inspired dishes, and each one brings something different to the table. Some are sides, some are mains, but they all give crab a chance to shine.
Crabby Stuffed Mushrooms
These are exactly what they sound like—big mushrooms filled with crab stuffing. They’re rich, creamy, and make a great appetizer. If you like crab cakes, you’ll probably like these too.
Crab-Topped Asparagus
Steamed asparagus spears topped with a scoop of lump crabmeat. It’s light, fresh, and goes well with any of the seafood boils. A good pick if you’re looking for something on the healthier side.
Crab-Topped Potato
You can get this two ways:
- As a loaded baked potato with crab, sour cream, and chives
- Or as mashed potatoes with crab mixed in
Both are creamy, filling, and great if you’re into crab in unexpected places. This one’s a sleeper hit.
Steak Oscar
Surf and turf, but fancier. A sirloin steak is topped with lump crabmeat and a creamy sauce. You get the bold flavor of beef with the buttery crab on top—very rich, very filling.
Salmon Oscar
Same idea as the steak, but with grilled Atlantic salmon instead. If you want seafood on seafood, this is your dish. It’s lighter than the steak but still has that rich crab topping and sauce.
Festival Summer of Sips: New Drinks at Red Lobster
Red Lobster didn’t stop at food. They’ve added three new drinks, and they’re bright, fun, and made for summer. The chain is calling this little lineup the “Festival Summer of Sips”—and yes, they come dressed to impress.
Purple Haze
This one’s got gin, desert pear, lemonade, and a bit of sparkling gold shimmer. It looks great in the glass and tastes fruity with a tiny herbal twist.
Passion Star Spritz
Made with vodka, passion fruit, and sparkling wine and topped with a gold-dusted star fruit. It’s a little tart, a little sweet, and totally made for photos. Think of it as the seafood version of brunch.
Starry-Eyed Surprise
This one’s fun: blanco tequila, guava, blue curacao, and Starry soda. It’s finished with a sugar-sprinkled rim. Light, fizzy, and full of tropical vibes. Tastes like a beach party in a glass.
Should You Try It?
If you like seafood, yes. If you don’t mind using your hands, yes. If you’ve been thinking of trying a seafood boil but didn’t know where to start—this is a solid intro. Red Lobster makes it easy, and you get your money’s worth.
The boils are the main event, but those new sides and drinks? They’re worth checking out too. The crab-topped potato is better than it sounds. And the Starry Eyed Surprise might be the best new drink on the menu, especially if you like something sweet and fizzy.
Final Thoughts
Crabfest 2025 is a seafood celebration that brings bold flavors and casual fun to the table. With new dishes like the Sailor’s Boil and Steak Oscar, plus cocktails that sparkle (literally), it’s a great excuse to head out for dinner with friends or family.
Just be ready to get your hands a little dirty. That’s part of the charm.
If you’ve got a Red Lobster nearby, now’s the time to go. Crabfest isn’t around forever—and neither are those gold-dusted drinks.
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