Red Lobster superfans desperately want a piece of the bankrupt chain

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Red Lobster fans clamored for sentimental items from the iconic chain, but they were out of luck. The contents of each shuttered location were only auctioned off en masse, winner takes all. The stockpile of equipment from 52 locations sold for between $10,000 and $35,000. Sign up to get the inside scoop on today’s biggest stories in markets, tech, and business — delivered daily. Read preview Thanks for signing up! Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time. Advertisement Red Lobster superfans were desperate to get their hands on sentimental items from the iconic restaurant chain before dozens of locations were laid to rest. Some love the restaurant so much that they wanted to buy their favorite tables before they were gone, according to a liquidator who auctioned off everything inside the stores. Red Lobster, the largest seafood restaurant chain in the world, began abruptly closing stores across the country last week. As of May 15, at least 99 locations had closed in at least 27 states, ABC News reported. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in .