🦞 The Best Lobster Rolls in New England
Buttery, toasted, and loaded with fresh lobster — these spots are legendary.
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Few foods are more iconic in New England than the lobster roll. Whether you prefer warm with butter (Connecticut-style) or cold with mayo (Maine-style), the region is packed with roadside shacks, harborside seafood joints, and legendary spots serving unforgettable lobster rolls.
Here are some of the best places in New England to grab one.
🦞 Red’s Eats — Wiscasset, Maine
One of the most famous lobster roll stands in America, Red’s Eats, is known for massive chunks of fresh lobster piled high on a toasted roll. The portions are so generous that the lobster often spills out of the bun.
Expect a line — but locals will tell you it’s worth the wait.
📍 Wiscasset, Maine
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🦞 The Clam Shack — Kennebunkport, Maine
Tucked beside the Kennebunk River, The Clam Shack serves one of Maine’s most beloved lobster rolls. Instead of a traditional hot dog bun, they serve theirs on a round toasted bun, lightly dressed to let the lobster shine.
📍 Kennebunkport, Maine
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🦞 Neptune Oyster — Boston, Massachusetts
Located in Boston’s North End, Neptune Oyster is a legendary seafood spot serving both cold lobster rolls and warm buttered Connecticut-style rolls. The brown butter version has become one of the most talked-about lobster rolls in New England.
📍 Boston, Massachusetts
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🦞 Eventide Oyster Co. — Portland, Maine
Eventide’s lobster roll has developed a cult following thanks to its warm brown-butter lobster served on a soft, steamed bun. It’s slightly different than the traditional New England version — but many say it’s one of the best bites in Portland.
📍 Portland, Maine
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🦞 Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough — Noank, Connecticut
If you love the Connecticut-style lobster roll (hot with butter), Abbott’s is a must-visit. Their famous lobster roll is served warm and overflowing with fresh lobster meat, often enjoyed on their outdoor waterfront deck.
📍 Noank, Connecticut
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🦞 James Hook & Co. — Boston, Massachusetts
Located right on Boston’s waterfront, this family-run seafood shack has been serving incredible lobster rolls for decades. Expect fresh lobster, simple preparation, and incredible harbor views.
📍 Boston Harbor
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🦞 Now We Have to Ask…
New Englanders take lobster rolls very seriously.
So let’s hear it:
Who has the best lobster roll in New England?
Did we miss your favorite spot?
Tell us in the comments.
