$18.49 | 1690 Calories
The Red Lobster Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich features a hand-breaded, wild-caught flounder fillet that is fried until golden and crunchy. It is typically served on a toasted sesame bun (or a brioche bun, depending on the promotion) and topped with tartar sauce and creamy coleslaw. The sandwich usually comes with a fixed set of sides, often Chesapeake fries and hush puppies.
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💰 Estimated Price
The price can vary significantly by location and service (in-restaurant vs. delivery).
- Estimated Price Range: $18.49 USD (Based on recent delivery service menus).
🔢 Calories
The calorie count for this item is notably high, as it includes the fried sandwich along with the standard fixed sides (Chesapeake Fries and Hush Puppies).4
- Calories (Sandwich with Fixed Sides): ~1690 – 1770 Calories
🐟 Key Ingredients
The main components include:
- Protein: Wild-caught Flounder fillet, hand-breaded and fried.6
- Toppings/Sauce: Coleslaw, Signature/Tartar Sauce.7
- Bread: Sesame or Brioche Bun.8
- Fixed Sides (Typically Included): Chesapeake Fries, Hush Puppies.9
📊 Nutrition Table (Approximate Values for Sandwich + Fixed Sides)
The following are approximate values for one serving of the Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich, including Chesapeake Fries and Hush Puppies, based on a 1770-calorie estimate.
| Nutrient | Value | % Daily Value (DV)* |
| Calories | 1770 | |
| Total Fat | 100g | 128% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | |
| Cholesterol | 140mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 4040mg | 176% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179g | 65% |
| Dietary Fiber | 11g | 39% |
| Sugars | 26g | |
| Protein | 38g |
⚠️ Allergens List ✅
Based on the components of the fried fish, bun, coleslaw, and accompanying fried sides, common allergens present likely include:
- Fish ✅ (Flounder)
- Wheat ✅ (Breaded coating, Bun, Hush Puppies, Fries seasoning)
- Milk/Dairy ✅ (Bun, Sauce, Coleslaw, possible breading)
- Eggs ✅ (May be present in the bun, tartar sauce, or breading)
- Soy ✅ (May be present in frying oil, bun, or sauces)
FAQs
❓ What type of fish is used in the Crunch-Fried Flounder Sandwich?
It’s made with a wild-caught flounder fillet that is hand-breaded and fried for a crispy, crunchy texture.
❓ Does the sandwich come with sides?
Yes. It usually comes as a meal with Chesapeake Fries and Hush Puppies, which are included in the total calorie count.
❓ Can I get the fish grilled instead of fried?
Since it’s called “Crunch-Fried,” it’s made to be fried. Red Lobster may have other grilled fish options, but this specific sandwich is not normally available grilled. You can ask your server if they can make a special request.
❓ Why is the calorie count so high?
The calories—around 1770—include everything: the fried fish fillet, bun, sauce, coleslaw topping, and both sides (Chesapeake Fries and Hush Puppies). All of these add up to a higher calorie total.
❓ What kind of sauce comes on the sandwich?
It usually has a creamy-style sauce, similar to tartar sauce or a flavored aioli, mixed with crunchy coleslaw.
