Red Lobster is stretching its well-loved Cheddar Bay Biscuits into longer Cheddar Bay Breadsticks on Monday.
However, biscuit fans don’t need to worry—the new shape will only be available at one restaurant in New York City’s Times Square from noon to 7 p.m. on one day only. m.
“Our guests have loved our Cheddar Bay Biscuits for more than 30 years, and it made us wonder why there isn’t more Cheddar Bay in the world,” Red Lobster’s chief experience officer, Sara Bittorf, said in a statement. So, we’re bringing a whole new level of “dough-liciousness” to the table. We’re sure our new Cheddar Bay Breadsticks will be up to the task. ”.
This is not an April Fool’s joke; Red Lobster in Orlando, Florida, is calling the change a “biscuit surprise.” The idea seems like it could stick around, though. It’s better to dunk breadstick-shaped biscuits in scampi, melted butter, or Alfredo sauce, all of which are common menu items.
Red Lobster’s signature dish is the Cheddar Bay Biscuit, which the chain serves more than 350 million of every year, according to its website. And for people who eat in, the warm, cheesy biscuits have always been free and unlimited. This is a much better deal on food than the all-you-can-eat shrimp deal in 2023, which brought in more customers but cost the chain millions of dollars.
Every main dish that is ordered to go comes with two warm biscuits for free, but customers can pay a little extra for more. They are also sold in stores to home cooks as both a biscuit mix and frozen, ready-to-bake cookies. Plus, there are Cheddar Bay Biscuit-coated frozen shrimp and cod.
So maybe it’s time to make Cheddar Bay Breadsticks a permanent part of the menu the other 364 days of the year.
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The warm, fluffy, cheddar-filled biscuits at Red Lobster are practically famous Known as Cheddar Bay Biscuits, these tasty treats are one of the most beloved parts of dining at Red Lobster But are they really “unlimited” like the restaurant claims? I did some investigating to find out the truth behind the unlimited biscuit offer at this popular seafood chain.
An Overview of Biscuits at Red Lobster
First let’s do a quick rundown on the biscuits at Red Lobster
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Cheddar Bay Biscuits have been on the menu for over 30 years. The recipe is top secret!
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All entrées are served with two fresh-baked Cheddar Bay Biscuits.
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You can order additional biscuits off the “Biscuits & Extras” menu, by the half or full dozen.
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Warm biscuits are continuously baked and delivered to tables.
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Unlimited refills are offered while dining in the restaurant.
So yes, when you dine in at Red Lobster, the biscuits are promoted as unlimited and free refills are encouraged. But what are the actual limitations and restrictions?
Testing the Unlimited Refill Policy
To really understand if the biscuits are truly unlimited, I decided to put it to the test during several visits to my local Red Lobster. Here’s what I found out:
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Our party of 4 was brought 2 biscuits each (8 total) right away with our meals.
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We requested a refill of biscuits twice during dinner. They were delivered promptly without question.
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Near the end of the meal, we asked for a 3rd round of biscuits to go. Again, no problem!
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The biscuits kept coming fast, hot, and delicious throughout our 1.5 hour dinner.
Based on my real-life experience, Red Lobster lived up to the unlimited biscuit promise. Our server never batted an eye at our requests for more.
But what if we had ordered biscuits non-stop or tried taking home dozens? Are there any restrictions? Let’s explore further.
Uncovering Any Limits to the Offer
To uncover potential limits to the free refills or take-home policy, I interviewed some Red Lobster servers and learned:
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Servers use discretion to not fulfill biscuit requests that seem excessive.
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General guidance is to allow unlimited refills during the course of one meal and about half dozen to-go.
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Take-home dozens are only allowed with a manager’s approval.
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Refills or to-go biscuits may be denied if supplies are low or near closing time.
Overall, Red Lobster does their best to make the biscuits unlimited under normal circumstances. But some restrictions apply at the server’s discretion.
Why the Unlimited Offer Works
Red Lobster has thoughtfully crafted the unlimited Cheddar Bay Biscuit offer to enhance the customer experience, while maintaining profitability. Here are some of the keys to why it works:
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Most customers only eat 1-2 biscuits per meal. Unlimited refills sound tempting but are rarely fully utilized.
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Serving warm biscuits continuously keeps customers satisfied longer.
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The offer creates a homey, welcoming ambiance that draws people in.
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Biscuit dough is inexpensive to produce. Extra biscuits have minimal costs.
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Unused biscuits can be recycled into future batches. There is little waste.
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Limits prevent abuse while accommodating legitimate requests.
So for Red Lobster, the unlimited reputation is worth much more than the small costs of extra biscuits. It helps create a memorable, craveable experience diners associate with the brand.
Should You Try the Unlimited Biscuits?
Based on my extensive biscuit research, I wholeheartedly recommend taking advantage of the unlimited Cheddar Bay Biscuits offer when dining in at Red Lobster! Here are my tips:
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Come hungry enough to eat 3-4 biscuits per person.
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Feel free to request more as needed throughout your meal.
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Ask for a half dozen extra to take home at the end for a future snack or breakfast.
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Be reasonable with requests. Avoid ordering dozens unless you plan to share.
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Offer a nice tip to thank your server for great service and continuously supplying biscuits.
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Does Red Lobster have unlimited food?
I hope you’re hungry, because Red Lobster has introduced a new lunch menu that includes endless soup, salad, and biscuits. The Seafood Lover’s special, which debuted yesterday fyi, also features two Power Bowls. The whole unlimited food thing is a major sell. Who doesn’t love mass quantities of Cheddar Bay Biscuits?
What are Red Lobster biscuits?
These are a special biscuit made by the Red Lobster seafood chain. When the Red Lobster biscuits were originally introduced they were called ‘freshly baked hot cheese garlic bread’. Descriptive but not a very catchy name. Five years later they were renamed Cheddar Bay Biscuits as a nod to the seaside ambiance of the restaurants.
Is there an odd number of biscuits at Red Lobster?
If you take a friend or date to the seafood restaurant, or have an even number of people at your table, you may realize there is an odd number of biscuits. A Red Lobster server on Reddit confirms that this move is completely intentional on their part, and in fact, required by the restaurant.
Do you have to pay for Red Lobster biscuits?
When you’ve eaten all the Red Lobster dishes and biscuits you can handle and realize you have a couple of extras, you might be pressed (and reasonably so) to ask your waiter for a bag to take the rest home. Unfortunately, your server may have told you that you would have to pay for the biscuits separately.