Red Lobster Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops — Price & Calories 2026
Price: $17.49 | 440 Calories
Red Lobster Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops Appetizer
There are two ways to order Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops at Red Lobster in 2026. The 2-piece version at $10.49 is available as a Biscuits and Extras add-on alongside any entrée. This page covers the other version — the 4-piece Starters appetizer at $17.49 — which delivers double the portion as a dedicated starter course before the main meal arrives.
Same preparation. Same bacon, same brown sugar glaze, same honey chipotle drizzle, same spring mix base. Twice the scallops.
Why This Starter Is a Premium Favorite
The bacon-wrapping technique used for these scallops helps lock in moisture during grilling, resulting in tender, juicy scallops with a crispy exterior. This preparation method elevates simple sea scallops into a restaurant-quality appetizer that many diners consider worth ordering on its own as a light meal.
This starter pairs particularly well with a glass of white wine or a light beer, and is often ordered alongside the Lobster Bisque for diners who want to sample two of Red Lobster’s most popular starter items in one visit.
What the 4-Piece Appetizer Delivers That the 2-Piece Add-On Does Not
The 2-piece Biscuits and Extras version at $10.49 exists to add scallops to an existing entrée order — a supplement, not a standalone experience.
The 4-piece Starters version at $17.49 is designed to be ordered as the first course of the meal. Four scallops across two people means two scallops each — enough to genuinely evaluate the preparation, share a proper starter, and arrive at the main course satisfied rather than still hungry.
At $17.49 for four pieces, the per-scallop cost is $4.37 — more expensive than the $5.24 per scallop in the 2-piece version, but delivered as a complete plated appetizer rather than a side addition.
Nutrition Table (Per Serving)
| Dish | Calories | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) | Fat (g) | Saturated Fat (g) | Sodium (mg) | Sugar (g) | Fiber (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops |
440 |
40 |
12 |
24 |
9 |
1160 |
2 |
-0 |
At 440 calories with 40g of protein and only 12g of carbohydrates, the 4-piece appetizer is one of the highest protein-to-calorie ratio starters available at Red Lobster.
For context — the Lobster Flatbread starter at $15.49 and 800 calories delivers 39g of protein. The Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops at $17.49 and 440 calories delivers 40g of protein in approximately half the calories. The scallops are the more calorie-efficient starter of the two by a significant margin.
What Is Red Lobster Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops?
Four jumbo Atlantic sea scallops are individually wrapped in hickory-smoked bacon, touched with a brown sugar glaze, and oven-broiled until the bacon crisps and the scallop inside reaches a perfect tender doneness.
The dish arrives over a bed of fresh spring mix with a drizzle of house-made honey chipotle sauce across the top.
The flavor profile combines smoky, sweet, savory, and gentle heat — all four in one bite. That specific combination has made Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops one of the most searched new items on the Red Lobster Starters Menu since introduction in 2026.
Price — $17.49 for 4 Pieces
The current price for the Red Lobster Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops Appetizer is $17.49 for four pieces.
On the Starters Menu, this places it as the most premium individual starter available — above Lobster Flatbread at $15.49 and Lobster Dip at $13.49.
Prices may vary by location. For official current pricing, visit redlobster.com.
Sea Scallops vs Bay Scallops — Why This Distinction Matters
The Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops on the Starters Menu use sea scallops — the large, meaty variety — not the smaller bay scallops used in the Crispy Bay Scallops on the Extras Menu.
Sea scallops are typically two to three inches across with a firm, naturally sweet meat that holds up to oven-broiling without overcooking.
Bay scallops are marble-sized and delicate — well-suited to frying but not wrapping, which is why the Crispy Bay Scallops (extras) and Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops (starters and extras) use completely different scallop species in completely different preparations.
Allergen Information
Contains: Shellfish (Sea Scallops), Pork (Hickory-Smoked Bacon), Dairy (Butter), Soy
This item is not suitable for individuals with shellfish allergies, pork restrictions, dairy intolerance, or soy sensitivity.
No bread crumbs or wheat-based coatings are used in this preparation — the scallops themselves are not breaded.
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 Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops are made with naturally gluten-free ingredients.
Sea scallops, hickory-smoked bacon, brown sugar glaze, butter, and honey chipotle sauce do not contain wheat, barley, or rye as direct ingredients.
However, Red Lobster kitchens are shared environments and cross-contamination is always possible. Guests with celiac disease should confirm safe preparation with their server before ordering.
Availability
The 4-piece Bacon-Wrapped Sea Scallops Appetizer is available on the Red Lobster Starters Menu at participating locations.
The item is also available for takeout and curbside pickup through the Red Lobster website or app.
Delivery availability through platforms such as DoorDash varies by location. For official ordering, visit redlobster.com.