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Wetherspoons Prawn Cocktail

Coldwater prawns with Marie Rose sauce, iceberg lettuce and buttered bread, suited to diners wanting a lighter starter.

£4.99
Key facts

Prawn Cocktail at a glance

Varies by pub

Typical price
£4.99

As listed

Calories
Not verified

Of 2,000 kcal

Daily intake
n/a
Diet
None tagged
Allergens listed
4
Section
Fish Dishes
Prices are typical and variable by pub.
On the plate

What comes with the Prawn Cocktail

  1. 01

    Coldwater prawns

    Sweet, delicate coldwater prawns provide the soft texture and seafood flavour at the centre of this starter.

  2. 02

    Marie Rose sauce

    The rich Marie Rose sauce coats the prawns, adding tanginess and a slight sweetness to each mouthful.

  3. 03

    Iceberg lettuce

    A bed of crisp iceberg lettuce gives a crunchy contrast to the soft prawns and rich sauce.

  4. 04

    Buttered bread

    Slices of buttered bread accompany the prawns and give you something to scoop up the remaining sauce.

The dish

What the Prawn Cocktail is like

This prawn cocktail combines delicate seafood sweetness with a rich, tangy sauce and crisp lettuce. The coldwater prawns have a soft texture, while the Marie Rose coating brings a slightly sweet finish alongside its tanginess. Iceberg lettuce underneath provides the crunch, giving each forkful a contrast rather than leaving the prawns and sauce to carry the whole plate.

Buttered bread makes the serving more than prawns on a bed of leaves. Use it to scoop up the sauce or alternate it with mouthfuls of seafood and lettuce. The overall character is light and refreshing, but the rich sauce remains a noticeable part of the flavour. It suits someone who enjoys a classic retro starter with contrasting textures.

Value

Is the Prawn Cocktail good value?

Price within this section£4.99
Lowest £4.99Highest £9.49

At a typical £4.99, this is worth considering when you want a starter rather than a fish and chips meal. Prices vary by pub. Within our fish dishes comparison, it is the lowest priced of the 7 items we track in this section.

The included buttered bread matters when weighing up the plate, since it gives you something to eat alongside the prawns and sauce. Compare it with Freshly Battered Cod and Chips or Whitby Breaded Scampi if you are choosing your main meal. For a smaller fish and chips option, Small Battered Cod and Chips is also listed in the section.

Nutrition

Prawn Cocktail calories and nutrition

Calories for this item are not yet verified.

The calorie content of this prawn cocktail is not verified in our data, so check the official nutrition information for the current serving. A light, refreshing taste is not a measure of its energy content: the Marie Rose sauce and buttered bread are part of the plate too.

Any extra side, additional sauce or drink changes the total for your order. If you are tracking your intake, look up each addition separately rather than relying on the starter alone.

Dietary information

Prawn Cocktail allergens and dietary information

Contains

  • cereals containing gluten
  • crustaceans
  • eggs
  • milk

Not listed

  • celery
  • fish
  • lupin
  • molluscs
  • mustard
  • peanuts
  • sesame
  • soybeans
  • sulphur dioxide
  • tree nuts

Recipes and suppliers change, and kitchens handle all 14 major allergens. Always tell staff about an allergy and check the official allergen information before ordering. No dish can be guaranteed allergen free.

Prawn cocktail is not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diners because it contains prawns. No dietary tags are recorded in our data. The listed allergens are cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs and milk.

Anyone with an allergy to these ingredients should check the current allergen information and speak to the pub before ordering. Swaps or omissions can change the allergen profile, but removing a component does not establish that the remaining dish is suitable for your needs.

Occasions

When to order the Prawn Cocktail

  • A lighter starter

    Choose this to begin a larger meal if you prefer a light, refreshing starter. The prawns, lettuce and bread give you contrasting textures before your next course.

  • Classic sauce fans

    This suits diners who enjoy rich, tangy Marie Rose sauce with a little sweetness. The coating is a central part of the dish, not just an accompaniment.

  • Seafood with crunch

    Consider it if you like delicate prawns but want a crisp contrast in the same mouthful. The iceberg lettuce balances their soft texture without changing the seafood focus.

Pairings

What to order with the Prawn Cocktail

Ordering tips

Tips for ordering the Prawn Cocktail

  • Check the price at your chosen pub before ordering, as £4.99 is typical rather than a fixed price across locations.

  • Ask the pub to confirm current availability before planning your meal around this starter, especially if it is your main reason for visiting.

  • Use the buttered bread to scoop up the Marie Rose sauce, and try the prawns with lettuce for the intended soft and crunchy contrast.

  • Consult the current allergen information before requesting changes, as leaving out bread or sauce does not establish suitability for an allergy.

  • Order at the bar or through the Wetherspoon app at your table, checking any extra sides and drinks as separate parts of your order.

Side by side

Prawn Cocktail compared with similar dishes

Compare fish dishes

ItemPriceKcal
Prawn Cocktail£4.99n/a
Small Whitby Breaded Scampi£6.99n/a
Small Battered Cod and Chips£7.49n/a
Whitby Breaded Scampi£8.491135
Freshly Battered Cod and Chips£9.491288
Questions

Prawn Cocktail questions

How much is the prawn cocktail at Wetherspoons?
The Wetherspoons prawn cocktail typically costs £4.99, but prices vary by pub. Check the price at your chosen location before ordering. Buttered bread is included with the described serving, alongside coldwater prawns, Marie Rose sauce and iceberg lettuce, so consider those components when comparing your options.
How many calories are in the Wetherspoons prawn cocktail?
The calorie content of the Wetherspoons prawn cocktail is not verified in our data. Check the official nutrition information for the current serving before ordering if you are tracking intake. Include any extra sides, sauces and drinks in your total rather than treating the starter as the whole order.
What comes with the prawn cocktail at Wetherspoons?
The Wetherspoons prawn cocktail comes with coldwater prawns coated in Marie Rose sauce, a bed of iceberg lettuce and slices of buttered bread. The sauce is rich, tangy and slightly sweet, while the lettuce adds crunch. Bread is there to accompany the prawns and scoop up the sauce.
Is the Wetherspoons prawn cocktail vegetarian?
The Wetherspoons prawn cocktail is not vegetarian or vegan because it contains prawns. No dietary tags are recorded for it in our data. If you need an alternative for a particular diet, check the current menu and ask the pub rather than assuming that removing the prawns makes this dish suitable.
What allergens are in the Wetherspoons prawn cocktail?
The allergens listed in our data for the Wetherspoons prawn cocktail are cereals containing gluten, crustaceans, eggs and milk. Check the current allergen information and speak to the pub if any of these affect you. Ingredient swaps or omissions can change the allergen profile, but do not establish suitability on their own.
Can I get the Wetherspoons prawn cocktail as a meal deal?
A meal deal for the Wetherspoons prawn cocktail is not confirmed in our data. Many mains can be ordered with an eligible soft or alcoholic drink, but that general arrangement does not establish eligibility for this starter. Check the current menu at your chosen pub before expecting a drink to be included.
Is the Wetherspoons prawn cocktail a starter or a main?
The Wetherspoons prawn cocktail is described as a starter, although it is listed in the fish dishes section in our data. Its prawns, sauce, lettuce and buttered bread suit the beginning of a larger meal. If you are choosing a main instead, compare it with Freshly Battered Cod and Chips or Whitby Breaded Scampi.

Data source: Prices are collected from publicly available Wetherspoon menu boards. Data last verified 1 October 2026.

Disclaimer: Prices and availability are typical and variable by pub. We are an independent guide and not affiliated with J D Wetherspoon plc.

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