Red Lobster Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp Starter — Price & Calories 2026
Price: $12.49 | 510 Calories
Red Lobster Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp Appetizer
The Red Lobster Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp starter 2026 is one of the most distinctive appetizers on the Red Lobster Starters menu, priced at $12.49 with 510 calories. This starter-sized portion features shrimp coated in a sweet coconut crust, fried until golden, and served with a tropical pina colada dipping sauce.
This starter version offers the same bold, island-inspired flavor as the larger Jumbo Coconut Shrimp entrée, but in a smaller portion designed to be enjoyed before a main course rather than as the centerpiece of the meal. The combination of crispy coconut breading and sweet dipping sauce creates a unique flavor profile that sets this starter apart from more traditional shrimp appetizers.
At 510 calories, this starter is one of the higher-calorie options on the Starters menu, reflecting the fried coconut breading and accompanying sauce. Diners who order this starter often choose lighter main courses to balance the overall meal.
Starter vs. Entrée Portion
This starter sized Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp ($12.49, 510 calories) is distinct from the Jumbo Coconut Shrimp entrée ($19.99, 960 calories) found on the Classics menu. The starter portion is ideal for diners who want to sample the coconut shrimp flavor without committing to a full entrée, or for diners planning to order a separate main course.
For diners who fall in love with the flavor after trying the starter, the Jumbo Coconut Shrimp entrée offers a larger portion as a full meal with included sides.
The Sweet Starter on a Menu Full of Savory Options
Every other starter on the Red Lobster Starters Menu is savory garlic butter, cocktail sauce, cheese, dragon sauce. The Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp Starter is the only option that leads with sweetness.
The sweetened coconut breading and cold pina colada dipping sauce make this the most dessert-adjacent item on the Starters Menu, which is exactly why it attracts a specific type of diner someone who wants tropical, sweet flavors at the beginning of a meal rather than at the end.
Nutrition Table (Per Serving)
| Dish | Calories | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Fat (g) | Saturated Fat (g) | Sodium (mg) | Sugar (g) | Fiber (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Parrot Isle Shrimp Appetizer |
510 |
13 |
51 |
28 |
18 |
980 |
14 |
3 |
How Coconut Breading Works — Why It Is Unique
Most Red Lobster fried items use a wheat flour-based seasoned breading. The Coconut Shrimp uses sweetened shredded coconut as part of the coating.
The coconut does not melt during frying it toasts and crisps, creating a golden, slightly chewy exterior that is distinctly different in texture from standard breadcrumb coatings.
The pina colada dipping sauce made from pineapple, coconut cream, and tropical fruit flavors is served cold alongside the warm shrimp, creating a temperature contrast that emphasizes the sweetness of both the coating and the sauce.
Allergen Information
Contains: Shellfish (Shrimp), Wheat (Coconut Breading direct gluten source), Coconut, Soy (Frying Oil), Eggs (Breading Batter)
This item is not suitable for individuals with shellfish allergies, coconut sensitivity, gluten intolerance, celiac disease, soy sensitivity, or egg allergies.
Cross-contamination with other allergens is possible in Red Lobster’s shared kitchen environment. Guests with food allergies should inform their server before placing an order.
Gluten Information
Red Lobster Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp Appetizer is not gluten-free.
The coconut breading contains wheat flour as a primary ingredient.
No gluten-free version is available at Red Lobster restaurant locations. For a gluten-compatible starter, the Black Tiger Shrimp Cocktail at $11.49 and 160 calories is the strongest alternative.
Availability
Red Lobster Parrot Isle Coconut Shrimp Appetizer is available on the Starters Menu at participating Red Lobster locations.
Delivery availability through platforms such as DoorDash varies by location. For official ordering, visit redlobster.com.