Red Lobster Kids Menu 2026 — Golden Fried Fish
Price: $8.49 | 340 Calories
Crispy Battered Fish Entrée at Red Lobster
Red Lobster fries golden battered fish for kids at $8.49, adding ketchup plus fries, broccoli or mash 340 calories, shellfish wheat allergens. Crunchy seaside flavour ready tonight.
At $8.49, Golden Fried Fish is the most expensive item on the Kids Menu a dollar more than most of the other options and also the only one that introduces fish specifically, rather than shrimp or chicken, to a child’s plate.
The breading and frying method mirrors the adult Fish and Chips in a smaller, kid sized portion, which makes this a reasonable bridge for parents trying to move a kid from only eats fried, breaded things toward actually eating fish, without jumping straight to a plain grilled fillet. The familiar fried format does a lot of work in making an unfamiliar protein (fish, as opposed to chicken) feel safe to try.
At 340 calories, it’s also the heaviest item on the Kids Menu apart from the mac and cheese, mostly from the breading and frying oil rather than the fish itself. For families who’ve had luck with Popcorn Shrimp and are looking to introduce an actual fish fillet next, this tends to be the next logical step before trying a less breaded option.
Nutrition Table (Per Serving)
| Dish | Calories | Total Fat (g) | Saturated Fat (g) | Cholesterol (mg) | Sodium (mg) | Carbs (g) | Protein (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Golden Fried Fish (Kids) |
340 |
12 |
2.5 |
70 |
680 |
30 |
20 |
Allergen Information
This item contains fish, wheat, and soy, which are common food allergens.
- Contains fish (seafood allergen)
- Contains wheat (gluten source)
- Contains soy
Not suitable for individuals with fish allergy, gluten intolerance, or soy allergy.
Gluten Information
This item is not gluten free as it contains wheat in the coating, making it unsuitable for individuals with gluten sensitivity, gluten intolerance, or celiac disease. Contains wheat (gluten source) This dish is perfect for seafood lovers, but if you have food allergies or require gluten free options, please check with your server for suitable alternatives before ordering.