$4.99 | 510 Calories
The Chesapeake Fries are crispy, seasoned French fries that are fried until golden brown and tossed with a special seasoning mix.3 The seasoning is characteristic of the Chesapeake region, meaning it is flavored primarily with a blend of spices similar to Old Bay seasoning (including celery salt, paprika, pepper, and dry mustard), giving them a unique, savory, and slightly spicy flavor.
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💰 Price
The Chesapeake Fries are typically included as one of the two standard sides with most entrées. When ordered à la carte or as an upgrade:
- Approximate Price (Side Order): $3.49 – $4.99
- Family Size (Serves 4): Approximately $10.99 – $11.99
🔥 Calories
- Single Serving Calories: 510 CALS
- Family Size Calories (Serves 4): 2040 CALS
🍽️ Ingredients (General Components)
- Potatoes: Cut into fries (often coated).
- Frying Oil: Likely a blend of vegetable oils (e.g., soybean oil).
- Chesapeake Seasoning: A blend of spices including, but not limited to:
- Salt (often celery salt)
- Black Pepper
- Red Pepper/Paprika
- Dry Mustard
- Other Spices/Herbs
📊 Nutrition Table (Per Single Serving – 510 CALS)
| Nutrient | Value | % Daily Value (DV)* |
| Calories | 510 kcal | |
| Total Fat | 20g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1170mg | 51% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 74g | 27% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g | 21% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | |
| Protein | 7g |
*Based on a 2,000-calorie daily diet.
⚠️ Allergens List ✅
French fries, in general, carry a significant risk of cross-contamination in a busy restaurant kitchen, particularly due to shared fryers.
| Allergen | Presence ✅ |
| Wheat/Gluten | Possible |
| Soy | ✅ |
| Crustacean Shellfish | High Cross-Contamination Risk |
| Fish | High Cross-Contamination Risk |
FAQs
1. What makes Chesapeake Fries different from regular French fries?
Answer: The key difference is the seasoning. Chesapeake Fries are coated in a savory spice blend that delivers an earthy, peppery, and slightly salty flavor, similar to Old Bay, a signature seasoning of the Chesapeake Bay region.
2. Are Chesapeake Fries safe for people with a shellfish allergy?
Answer: No. While the fries themselves do not contain shellfish, they are typically cooked in shared fryers with fried seafood items. This creates a high risk of cross-contamination for fish and crustacean allergens.
3. Is there a lower-sodium side option at Red Lobster?
Answer: Yes. Chesapeake Fries are very high in sodium (approximately 1,170 mg per serving). Lower-sodium alternatives include Roasted Asparagus (about 90 calories, low sodium) or a Plain Baked Potato (around 270 calories when ordered without butter or sour cream).
4. Are Chesapeake Fries vegetarian or vegan?
Answer: The fries are plant-based and therefore vegetarian. However, because they are cooked in shared fryers with meat and seafood, strict vegetarians or vegans may want to avoid them due to cross-contamination concerns.
5. Does the Family Side of Chesapeake Fries contain four times the calories of a single serving?
Answer: Yes. The Family Side is portioned to serve four people and contains approximately 2,040 calories, which is four times the 510 calories in a single serving. Fat and sodium levels also scale proportionally.
