A solid 3-star review. They need to get their fryer…read moretemperatures under control. The lobster roll was generously portioned but ultimately fell just a bit short of greatness. I really appreciated the amount of fresh meat packed into the toasted brioche bun. However, the seasoning was a little too heavy on the mayonnaise, which masked the natural sweetness of the lobster. The side of French fries arrived piping hot and perfectly crispy. It is a decent option if you are craving seafood, though it needs minor tweaks. Overall, it was a perfectly average meal that left me satisfied but not entirely blown away. The Fried Clams which were a mixed of textures. Some of the clams were beautifully sweet and tender, while others were noticeably overcooked and chewy. The batter had a great crunch, but it lacked the necessary seasoning to make the dish pop. I also ordered a side of onion rings that were greasy, though they still had a decent flavor. The staff was incredibly friendly and the atmosphere was wonderful for a casual dinner. I might return eventually, but I am not in a rush. The shrimp looked fantastic when it arrived at our table with a beautiful golden-brown exterior. Unfortunately, the shrimp themselves were a bit rubbery and lacked that fresh, snappy bite you expect at a seafood joint. The French fries were standard, nothing spectacular, but they served their purpose as a side. It was a perfectly mediocre dining experience that did not justify the slightly high price tag. Despite the okay service, I will probably look for a different spot next time. If you want a cushy 11-to -7 this isn't it. This gig is seasonal, which means you have a small window to make your money and bust your tail.

I have dined at Essex Seafood many times. Excellent clam and seafood plates. Huge amounts of…read morefood. Impossible to consume all of it and always bring some home in a doggy bag.

What a find! I had noticed the signs but I was always in a hurry so didn't stop in. I like the…read moresister restaurant (The Blue Marlin) so I was craving clam chowder and decided to pop in to the market, and I am glad that I did. The woman behind the counter was super friendly, and even offered my friend and I samples of their various salads. They had a great selection of meals in their freezer. And the prices were terrific. I ended up getting a nice amount of haddock for less than seven dollars. They had a huge vat of clam chowder (and another soup, but I was craving chowder and didn't even look at that one!). I had the chowder when I got home and it was so good. The price is a little high, but it was worth it. I saw several frozen items (I assume made at their restaurant) that I want to try so I will definitely be stopping in again.

I would give it more than two stars when they're open. Unfortunately, the last 3 times I've gone…read morethere the've been closed even when the hours posted say that they are open. I think they just open when they feel like it, which is no way to run a business. I'm probably not going to keep rolling the dice that they may or may not be open

Item(s) ordered: Fish tacos (haddock) and tostones (and a Coke Zero)…read moreThe review: Two stars for two things--cute presentation and crispy tostones. They barely had any of the seafood advertised, and even when deciding what to order, they referred me to a menu that they actually could not offer. On the brink of hangriness, I ordered the fish tacos with haddock because there were no other options, and there was barely any fish in the tacos. I wish they had been honest that they did not have what I was looking for. MOST memorable was when the waiter profiled me and decided to go on a fanatical rant for about fifteen minutes, as to why I should read the New Testament and accept Christ. The owner witnessed this interaction and my obvious immense discomfort, and didn't do a thing. Oh, and the tostones said they came with an aioli/sauce and they gave me ketchup. Honestly upset that I paid for any of this.

Absolutely the best pork tacos I have ever had in my entire life and I've been here for 20+ yearsread more

If you are in the area, call little Harbor lobster, and place an order for the best and freshest…read morelobster which you could pick up and eat at the picnic table overlooking the water. This is a hidden gem and it's unbelievable. How kind they are. Coming from Arizona and spending time at Little Harbor lobster was probably one of the best moments when visiting Massachusetts. Don't forget to grab some of the crab cakes.

The biggest challenge is getting here. If you're not local the Marblehead streets can seem maze…read morelike but plug in your app and follow along. You think you are at the end and there it is! The interior is very small so if you are a group, I recommend sending a designated person to order. We went standard Lobster Rolls with butter on the side. There was a little confusion about line order but they were very apologetic. There are very limited chairs in the lot to eat at and I think maybe 1 picnic table? We decided to bring it home to eat. The result was a slightly less than warm roll, but the FLAVAH! Delicious and the chips were good too. Anything Lobster is a bit of a splurge but very worth it!

Great local business that makes it insanely easy to get locally caught fish delivered to your home…read more These fish were swimming in the Atlantic hours ago - and they deliver! This is like magic. Fresh as hell. And the smoked salmon is A+.

I find their fish to be previously frozen. Look at the flesh of the fish; it has micro serrations…read moreall over due to freeze. When a fish is frozen, the water within the flesh of the fish expands. When it expands, it pierces the flesh of the fish (think icicles) and creates a mushy flesh. With exception of Monkfish and perhaps Redfish, other fishes like haddock, hake, pollock all have signs of being previously frozen. Very disappointed

Incredible fish sandwich. Fish felt fresh and the sandwich had nice texture and flavor. Very quick…read moreservice. Would recommend!

very expensive take out for second rate food. the chowder had the consistency of jello. horrible…read more the butter lobster roll was greasy and tasteless! I have had better lobster and chowder in Florida, and I anticipated the best in New England. so very disappointed and so were my three companions. 4 of us had LUNCH for $131.00. two of us are native mass residents and we will never go back. BTW we have tried here 4 times....just done giving Joes a second chance.

The rolls are just outstanding. I get catering from Jessica for small events. Not only is she…read morejust fabulous to work with, the lobster rolls are just top notch. Unbelievably fresh and chock full of meat !

The prices are good. We had mini lobster rolls but we had shell in them and they had more of a…read more"fishy" taste than other lobster places. The guy who took our order was nice but we had to get another worker to move out of the way to even get to the counter because they were talking and he then stood in front of the drinks so we had to get him to move a second time. They have a cute little outdoor seating area with umbrellas.

Super fresh and flavorful food! Amazingly helpful staff on my first in! Perfect ratio of fish to…read morerice to topping, I will definitely be back!!