In a bid to support the recently bankrupt seafood chain, Flavor Flav made headlines by ordering the entire Red Lobster menu.
Taking to Instagram on Monday (June 3), the Public Enemy MC showed off a feast fit for a king, ordering every item imaginable, off the Red Lobster menu for his family.
“Ya boy said he wuz gonna do everything to help Red Lobster and save the Cheddar Bay Biscuits,,, ordered the whole menu,” read the caption of a photo featuring an impressive spread, chockful of fish and chips, popcorn shrimp, chips and dip, the ever-popular Cheddar Bay Biscuits, and a Bar Harbor Lobster Bake, among other items.
Check out the post below.
According to the rapper’s team, Flav went to Red Lobster with his daughter and planned to return with his son for seconds, the very next day. He also expressed hopes of discussing a future collaboration with Red Lobster officials to help the franchise stay afloat during a time of need, per TMZ.
Moving over to X/Twitter, the rapper-turned-reality TV star continued his support for the casual seafood joint, assuring a worried fan that the chain “ain’t closing down just yet.”
The aint closing down just yet
— FLAVOR FLAV (@FlavorFlav) June 3, 2024
According to the Associated Press, Red Lobster sought bankruptcy protection in May following the closure of numerous locations nationwide. Still, the company assured its commitment to keep the doors open for its 600 restaurants as they seek a buyer. “This restructuring is the best path forward for Red Lobster. It allows us to address several financial and operational challenges and emerge stronger and re-focused on our growth,” CEO Jonathan Tibus stated.
Court documents obtained by the outlet indicate that Red Lobster employs approximately 36,000 individuals across the United States and Canada — operating 551 U.S. eateries and 27 locations in Canada. Additionally, Red Lobster also boasts franchises in Thailand, Ecuador, Japan, and Mexico.
When he’s not championing one of his favorite dining spots, he serves as the official sponsor for the Women’s Olympic water polo team as they prepare for their gold medal pursuit in Paris this summer.