Red Lobster Allergen Menu & Allergen Biscuit

Red Lobster Allergen Menu which allows guests to recognize common allergens like shellfish, gluten, dairy, soy, eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts in every dish. The guide is posted online and printed out, utilizing clear icons—”●” to indicate the presence of an allergen and “▲” to represent a risk of cross-contact from common ingredients or cooking surfaces. It has a very broad category selection that ranges from appetizers, salads, main courses, children’s meals, sides, and desserts, thus enabling guests to make informed food selection.

Although the menu is prepared to be assistive, Red Lobster advises that because all of their kitchens are common, cross-contamination is impossible to eliminate. Even individual items that may be modified, like seafood grilled without butter, will still have some risk. Food allergy diners are urged to inform the staff for additional caution may be used during preparation.

Red Lobster Allergen Wizard

Red Lobster provides a useful “Food Allergy Wizard” on its website. It allows guests to sift through menu offerings according to specific allergens they must exclude. Employees are trained in food allergy procedures and are mindful to minimize the risk of cross-contact by employing separate utensils, prep spaces, and cooking procedures whenever feasible.

But even with these safeguards, cross-contamination risk is present due to commingling fryers, grills, and cooking surfaces. Red Lobster does take notice of this and actively advises guests with allergies to alert their server so accommodations can be made. Although some menu can be adapted—such as excluding butter or sauces but ingredients can differ from location to location, so staff should be queried for information. Some patrons have reported incidents of sneaked ingredients leading to allergic reactions, like surprise orzo in seafood meals or sauces on vegetables. They bring attention to the importance of double-checking and making clear communication before ordering.

Red Lobster Allergen Menu

The following table is intended as a quick guide to popular Red Lobster allergen menu items and their possible allergens. It’s structured by typical menu categories (Starters, Entrees, Sides). Here is a detailed list:

Menu Item	Milk	Wheat/Gluten	Shellfish	Fish	Soy	Eggs	Peanuts	Tree Nuts
Starters
Cheddar Bay Biscuits®	●	●			●
Crispy Calamari	▲	●	●	▲	●	●	▲	▲
Walt's Favorite Shrimp	▲	●	●	▲	●	●	▲	▲
Lobster Pizza	●	●	●	▲	●		▲	▲
Entrees
Live Maine Lobster (Steamed)	▲	▲	●	▲	▲	▲	▲	▲
Grilled Salmon	▲	▲	▲	●	●	▲	▲	▲
Garlic Shrimp Scampi	●	●	●	▲	●	▲	▲	▲
Ultimate Feast®	●	●	●	●	●	●	▲	▲
Parmesan-Crusted Chicken	●	●	▲	▲	●	●	▲	▲
Steak (plain grilled)	▲	▲	▲	▲	●	▲	▲	▲
Sides
Baked Potato					▲
Mashed Potatoes	●	▲	▲	▲	●	▲	▲	▲
Fresh Broccoli					▲
Coleslaw	●	▲	▲	▲	●	●	▲	▲
Orzo Rice	▲	●	▲	▲	●	▲	▲	▲

Red Lobster Allergen Guide

Red Lobster understands the need for allergen awareness and offers an in-depth allergen guide online and in paper form. Intended to assist guests with food allergies in making safer menu choices, the guide is US “Big 9” allergen-focused: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame.

Structure & Symbols of Allergen Guide

Menu Item Listing: Entering every course—appetizers, mains, sides, desserts.
Allergen Columns: One column for each of the major allergens.

Symbols:
●: Direct ingredient.
▲: Cross-contact risk (common equipment or prep station).

Usage Tips

• Always consult the most current guide from Red Lobster’s site.
• Remove items with “●” for your allergens.
• Consider “▲” very seriously—particularly if you have life-threatening serious allergies.
• Be sure to communicate openly with server regarding allergens and preparation.
• Select customizable or plain dishes to minimize risk.

Key Considerations

• Shared fryers and surfaces raise the risk of cross-contact.
• Signature items (such as Cheddar Bay Biscuits®) include typical allergens such as milk, soy, and wheat.
• Dressings and sauces tend to have more than one allergen—ask first when ordering.

Red Lobster’s allergen guide is a good resource, but must always be accompanied by open communication and prudence for a safe meal experience.

Red Lobster Biscuits Allergens

Red Lobster’s signature Cheddar Bay Biscuits® use several typical allergens and must be handled with care by those with food sensitivities.

Main Allergens

In-restaurant biscuits and store-bought baking mixes share in common:

• Wheat/Gluten – due to enriched flour
• Milk – from buttermilk and cheddar cheese
• Soy – usually found in oils used (such as soybean or palm oil)

Possible Cross-Contact

The packaged mix and gluten-free mix are processed in a plant that processes eggs and tree nuts, so there is the possibility of incidental contact. The restaurant versions of frozen biscuits also probably pose the same risks, even though packaging might not specifically state.

Here is the product breakdown for Red Lobster biscuits:

Note:
●: Symbols the allergen as a direct ingredient.
▲: Represents a risk of cross-contact, particularly in factory settings or from common kitchen equipment.
>Blank cell is the allergen generally not a straight ingredient and no definite cross-contact risk is specifically mentioned for that allergen in this version of the product.

Key Considerations

• Even the gluten-free blend remains to contain milk and soy, and could have egg or nut trace amounts.
• If you have a bad egg or nut allergy, both the restaurant and in-store versions could be a risk, although the allergen is not explicitly listed in the ingredients.
• Inspect the label on the packaged mix, and when eating out, inquire about allergen procedures and preparation information.
• Red Lobster biscuits have wheat (or rice in GF alternative), dairy, and soy, and traces of eggs and tree nuts from manufacturing conditions. In case of severe allergies, be careful, ask questions, and consult the most updated ingredient list prior to consumption.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What allergens are included in Red Lobster’s allergen guide?

Red Lobster’s allergen guide contains the nine most frequent allergens: milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy, and sesame.

2. How do I get Red Lobster’s allergen menu PDF?

You can search and download the allergen menu as a PDF directly from Red Lobster’s official website, typically under the “Nutrition” or “Allergy Guide” section.

3. What do the symbols on the allergen guide indicate?

In Red Lobster’s guide to allergens, ● indicates the allergen is an explicit ingredient, and ▲ indicates potential cross-contact from common prep areas. Other markings might indicate added risk from common grills or fryers.

4. What is Red Lobster Food Allergy Wizard?

It is a computer-based program that allows diners to select allergens that they must stay away from and it filters the menu to display options that are safer according to your choice.

5. Are all menu items represented in the allergen guide?

Yes, every aspect of the menu—is starters, entrees, sides, desserts, sauces, and children’s meals is included in the allergen guide.

6. Is the allergen information 100% safe and accurate?

Although Red Lobster has detailed information but they cannot promise an allergen-free environment because of the risk of cross-contact in common kitchens.

7. Do Red Lobster employees adhere to allergen safety practices?

Yes, Guests are encouraged to tell their server about any allergies so the kitchen can take additional precautions during preparation.

8. How frequently is the allergen guide updated?

Red Lobster updates the guide as needed, so it’s recommended to review the latest allergen guide version online before ordering.

9. Are shared fryers and grills a concern?

Yes, food prepared in common fryers or on the same grill will touch allergens even if they are not in the ingredients.

10. May I have menu items made without allergens?

Most of the time, yes. You can ask for items made without such things as butter, sauces, or toppings. But be sure to ask staff since preparation is different at each store.