Red Lobster is making changes to its menu lineup, including bringing back hush puppies, and offering some items for under $20.

Chief Executive Officer Damola Adamolekun announced the changes in a video shared to social media on May 23.

“We’re bringing back some fan favorites,” he said. “Yup, they’re back, and there’s plenty under $20 on the menu.”

The company previously said in September that it would bring back its popcorn shrimp.

Red Lobster customers will also be able to grab Happy Hour $5 drinks and appetizer deals, Adamolekun said on May 23.

“One thing that won’t be changing: these cheddar bay biscuits,” he said. “We got that right the first time.”

What's new at Red Lobster?

According to a representative for Red Lobster, the seafood restaurant has made some aesthetic changes to its restaurants, such as new music and lighting.

Red Lobster has also brought back three menu items, including:

  • Hush Puppies
  • Lobster Bisque
  • Key lime pie

And new additions to the Red Lobster menu include:

  • Crab Carbonara
  • Lobster and Shrimp Linguini
  • Lobster Pappardelle
  • Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
  • Lemon Basil Mahi
  • Parmesan-Crusted Chicken
  • Roasted Asparagus
  • Black Tiger Shrimp Cocktail
  • Margarita Flight

Red Lobster looking to bounce back after bankruptcy, closures

The announcement comes after a series of changes within the company. Red Lobster, which has over 540 locations across the U.S. and in Canada, applied for bankruptcy in September. The company was bought out by RL Investor Holdings LLC. In September, Adamolekun was announced as the new Red Lobster CEO.

“With our new backers, we have a comprehensive and long-term investment plan – including a commitment of more than $60 million in new funding – that will help to reinvigorate the iconic brand while keeping the best of its history,” Adamolekun said in a press release on Sept. 5.

Other changes announced last year

Back in September, Red Lobster shared plans for a Create Your Own Ultimate Feast deal where customers can mix and match two premium items like Maine Lobster Tail or Snow Crab Legs with other items such as Walt’s Favorite Shrimp and Garlic Shrimp Scampi.

Saleen Martin is a reporter on USA TODAY's NOW team. She is from Norfolk, Virginia – the 757. Email her at sdmartin@usatoday.com.

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