This guide covers the complete Popeyes Seafood Menu, including every shrimp combo, the Flounder Fish Sandwich, the Surf and Turf, current prices, calories, the best dipping sauces to pair with seafood, allergen notes, and which item to order for your appetite and budget. Most seafood items return every year around Mardi Gras and Lent, so timing matters, and we flag that below.

Popeyes Seafood Menu Prices and Calories

Popeyes seafood is priced to compete with the rest of the value menu, and most single items sit comfortably under $7 before you add sides. Below is the full Popeyes Seafood Menu with prices and calories for 2026. Calorie ranges on combos reflect the side and drink you choose.

Note: Popeyes is mostly franchised, so seafood prices can move by $0.50 to $2.00 depending on your state and store. Prices above reflect average United States pricing verified in 2026. Higher cost states like California, New York, and Hawaii usually run at the top of that range. Always confirm in the Popeyes app or in store.

What Is on the Popeyes Seafood Menu?

The Popeyes Seafood Menu is built around two stars, shrimp and fish, served in single orders, combos, and shareable boxes. Here is the short answer for anyone who just wants the lineup at a glance:

• Butterfly Shrimp (the big, crispy, fan favorite shrimp, sold in combos)
• Popcorn Shrimp (small, poppable, sold by the quarter pound)
• Shrimp Tackle Box (shrimp plus a side and biscuit at a low price)
• Surf and Turf (shrimp plus chicken tenders in one combo)
• Flounder Fish Sandwich (Classic and Spicy, returns seasonally)
• Cajun Fish Fillet (flaky white fish with that Louisiana kick)

Shrimp items are on the menu at most locations for much of the year, while the Flounder Fish Sandwich and the full seafood lineup usually come back strong during the Mardi Gras and Lent window in late winter. Availability changes by store, so the Popeyes app is the fastest way to confirm what is being served near you today.

Popeyes Seafood Flavors Explained

The seafood lineup uses the same flavor playbook as the chicken, just on shrimp and fish instead. Here is how each item actually tastes so you know what you are ordering.

Butterfly Shrimp

The headline act. Each shrimp is butterflied flat, hand breaded in seasoned buttermilk batter, and fried until the coating is craggy and crisp. The shrimp inside stays plump and a little sweet, and the seasoning carries a gentle Cajun warmth rather than real heat. These are the crispiest, most satisfying shrimp on the menu and the ones most people picture when they think Popeyes seafood.

Popcorn Shrimp

Smaller, rounder, and built for snacking. Popcorn shrimp comes by the quarter pound and disappears fast. The breading is lighter than the butterfly shrimp, the crunch is sharper, and the bite sized shape makes them perfect for dunking one after another. If you want a seafood snack instead of a full plate, this is the pick.

Flounder Fish Sandwich

A seasonal favorite that returns around Mardi Gras. A flaky flounder fillet, lightly battered and fried, sits on a buttery brioche bun with barrel cured pickles and tartar sauce. The Classic version is mild and clean tasting, letting the fish lead, while the Spicy version adds Cajun heat to the breading. It is one of the better fast food fish sandwiches you can order, and it pairs naturally with the Popeyes sandwich lineup.

Cajun Fish Fillet

Flaky white fish in a thin, well seasoned crust. The Cajun seasoning is the star here, smoky and peppery without being aggressive. At around 380 calories for three pieces, it is one of the lighter fried seafood options and a smart pick when you want fish without a heavy bun.

Surf and Turf

Not a flavor of its own, but worth its own note. Surf and Turf pairs crispy butterfly shrimp with Popeyes hand battered chicken tenders in a single combo. You get the sweet, crisp shrimp on one side and the savory marinated chicken on the other, which keeps every bite interesting. At $6.99 it is one of the best value combos on the whole menu.

Seasonal Mardi Gras and Lent Seafood

Popeyes leans hard into its Louisiana roots every year around Mardi Gras, and that is when the seafood menu is at its biggest. During this window the Flounder Fish Sandwich returns in Classic and Spicy, the full shrimp lineup is widely available, and Popeyes often rolls out limited dry rub flavors for the butterfly shrimp, such as Garlic Parmesan, Lemon Pepper, Buffalo, and Ghost Pepper. Fried Pickles have also made appearances during this season. If you are shopping the seafood menu during Lent, this is the time to catch the widest selection, and the dry rub shrimp are worth ordering before they rotate out.

Best Sauces for Popeyes Seafood

Seafood is built for dipping, and the right sauce changes the whole plate. Tartar and cocktail are the traditional matches, but the bolder Popeyes options are where the seafood menu really comes alive. Here are the pairings worth ordering, and you can see the full lineup on the Popeyes sauces guide.

• Tartar Sauce. The classic. Cool, creamy, and tangy, it is the default match for shrimp and fish.
• Cocktail Sauce. Bright, zesty, and a little sweet from the tomato base. The traditional shrimp pairing.
• Sweet Heat. Sweet up front with a slow chili finish. It plays beautifully against crispy shrimp.
• Blackened Ranch. Creamy and smoky, a smooth cooldown for the Cajun seasoning.
• Bayou Buffalo. Tangy and spicy for anyone who wants their shrimp with a kick.

Popeyes Seafood Allergens and Gluten Information

Popeyes seafood is breaded and fried, so most items contain wheat, gluten, milk, egg, and soy, plus shellfish or fish depending on the order. Everything is cooked in shared fryers, so cross contact between shrimp, fish, and chicken is always possible.

None of the seafood items are certified gluten free. Anyone with celiac disease or a serious shellfish or fish allergy should confirm with staff at their local Popeyes before ordering, since shared fryers carry real cross contact risk.

Which Popeyes Seafood Should You Order?

With shrimp, fish, and combo options on the table, here is the quick way to pick the right seafood for you.

How to Order Popeyes Seafood

Seafood is available through dine in, drive thru, the Popeyes app, and delivery services such as Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Grubhub. The app is usually the smartest route because it surfaces seafood deals, lets you pick your side and sauce, and stacks rewards points on every order. During Mardi Gras and Lent, the app is also the fastest way to confirm which seasonal seafood items are actually being served near you, since availability shifts by store.

Online vs In-Store Pricing

App and in store prices on seafood combos are usually close, but app deals often drop the Shrimp Tackle Box and combo bundles by a dollar or more. Third party delivery (DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub) adds roughly 20% to 35% on top of menu price plus delivery and service fees, so ordering directly through the Popeyes app for pickup is the cheapest path to a seafood combo by a clear margin.

Smart Ordering Tips for Popeyes Seafood

Conclusion

The Popeyes Seafood Menu is one of the best value plays in fast food, and it deserves more attention than it gets. For under $7 you can grab a Shrimp Tackle Box or a Surf and Turf with that signature Louisiana crunch, and a few dollars more turns it into a full combo with a side, biscuit, and drink. Butterfly shrimp bring the crispy classic experience, popcorn shrimp make the perfect snack, and the seasonal Flounder Fish Sandwich is one of the better fast food fish options around. Pair it with the right sauce, check the app for the best price, and order the seasonal items before they disappear. When you are done here, take a look at the full Popeyes menu to round out your order.

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