Perfect lobster shack in Rockland. Gets busy and parking is tight so plan accordingly. I picked a cool rainy day to get takeaway which worked out great. Place your order outside the main shack and either eat in or out. Small bar area if you have a wait. So in October a lobster roll was $34. Luckily it was plenty of lobster for a couple of rolls and large chunks and full claw meat. Very tasty. Since I was paying that much I figured I'd go ahead and add the Parmesan truffle fries and the blueberry cornbread. Best fries I've ever had! Portions were large enough for a few meals. Really enjoyed this spot! read more

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I looked at the menu for this spot and came here soley because of the Maine Lobster Stuffed Doughnuts. I share those with my husband and got some of the Blueberry Cornbread too. The cornbread is good, but that's not why you need to come here. The doughnuts are one of the best things I've eaten this year. They're a little bit like a Crab Rangoon, but replace the wonton with a slightly sweet doughnut and then cover it in an old bay seasoned butter. I was expecting them to be small little donut holes and I couldn't have been more off base. They were huge full size doughnuts and had so much filling. This could definitely be a full meal if you didn't share it. I would go out of my way just to eat these doughnuts again. read more

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A+ for cute lobster shack vibe! They sell a wide variety of lobster rolls and lobster-focused meals. It's not just lobster rolls, here. I did try a lobster roll (I am a sucker for a good looking lobster roll) and a cup of clam chowder. A very good portion of meat in the lobster roll and not too much mayo. Taste was a bit bland for me. The lobster was beautiful but did seem preprocessed. I admit to being a lobster roll snob, I just love when the lobster tastes like it just came out of the shell. But, again the amount of lobster was very good! Chowder was also very good. Creamy but not overly so. Full of clams and enough potatoes so that you know they are there but they don't dominate. The cup was filled to the very top! Nice! Very friendly staff from start to finish. People seemed genuinely happy we stopped in for lunch. They have three lots for parking. I can imagine it could be tight in the middle of summer but on this September Saturday we were just fine. read more

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I was driving North and I saw this restaurant which caught my eye as it is bright red. They have multiple parking spaces and very accessible and convenient. They have two windows, 1 it is for eating in and the other for take out. The outside is very spacious and plenty of breeze. They have plenty of water for you to serve yourself and convenient. The food was good and very delicious! By far the best Lobster Roll that I had in Maine and I stopped 4 different places or restaurants. The calamari was crispy and good as well. The service was good and easy going. If you are driving by or near this town, I would encourage you stop by and have some fresh lobstah roll! read more

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Food is good but the service is slower than slow. If you don't mind waiting than yes. If not better to go somewhere else.

I have to say this was my favorite lobster roll from our entire trip to Maine!! The lobster portion was very generous and it was warm and buttery. I'm still day dreaming about this lobster roll. I only wish I lived closer! Amazing amazing amazing! read more

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In town we were told Claws is end of the block...I think they meant end of the town bec it was +5,000 steps! Long line to order at a window and then find a seat to eat. Friendly personnel and even had a free shuttle back to boat. Lobster roll was full of lobster (6oz and $34) but all the lobsters were expensive! read more

Claws - Roll - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

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Lobstah at its finest! The cornbread and dessert were pretty amazing too. Had the full lobster and roll. Reasonable prices, great staff, excellent food! read more

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Cute little spot on the water. Fresh lobster, long line, fun decorations. Make sure to visit when you're here. read more

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I can't say enough good things about this lobster house, we visit every time we're in Maine, sometimes more than once !! We stopped in 15 minutes before closing after a long day of driving and they were more than happy to serve us !!! A must stop or take a drive to eat here. read more

Great stop along the road to Acadia. To-Go Lobster Roll warm buttered and a Vodka Lemonade with Blueberry. Ended up eating in on the back deck with a great view. Staff was friendly and helpful. read more

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Every single part of the Rockland lobster dinner was delicious. The corn was perfectly cooked and so fresh. The lobster was not watery- tasted freshly plucked from the ocean you're overlooking on the cute patio. Steamers were heavenly! And generous serving of them. Plenty of drawn butter ! Coleslaw could have been mediocre and I'd have been happy with the rest but it was amazing homemade Cole slaw with little golden raisins. Yummy blueberry corn bread tucked into a little paper raft keeps it dry from all the seafood. Drinks were delicious with homemade fruit purées. All staff were incredibly friendly and kind. Such a great start to a Maine vacation! read more

Claws - Rockland lobster dinner and lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

Whenever I'm in Maine, I make sure to stop at Claws! The food is always fast, fresh, and delicious! The waitress was polite and service was great. We sat with views of the water which is also lovely! read more

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Had a nice late lunch/happy hour at Claws when I was in Rockland the other week (tip: weekdays around 3-4pm seem to be a bit less crowded). Otherwise, there's usually a line outside, and it's easy to see why! Lots of folks enjoying their lobster rolls and full lobster dinners--seriously, the portions are huge--and there are a lot of other options on the menu too. I got in on the happy hour oyster special and had that along with a basket of calamari and fries (nice crunch, a tad greasy). Fantastic view sitting on their covered deck overlooking the harbor, and friendly staff at the counters and dining area as well. A wonderful way to get your seafood fix for good value at a classic Maine summer shack! Bonus: Claws makes their own dog treats, which you can buy to take home to your lucky pooch. read more

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I stopped by for lunch last summer, en route South on Route 1. Parking was available and the line wasn't too bad. I ordered the lobster roll with butter and the blueberry corn bread. It felt like quite a long wait for the food to come out, but maybe I was just very hungry. The portion of the cornbread was ginormous. I actually offered some to the people at the next table, because I was solo and couldn't eat it all. The lobster roll was very good. read more

Take me back to Claws! Honestly had lobster almost every day when I was visiting Maine, but Claws was bar far the best tasting lobster & best atmosphere I found. Exactly how a lobster shack should be- you can have your lobster on salad, in bisque, on a roll, as a blt, etc etc. I chose a lobster salad and it was to die for (see my pics!) Lobster was so fresh, tender and moist. Huge chunks of lobster, and awesome colorful fresh salad too. Their signature blueberry croutons were such a surprise! Portion IMO was huge for the taste. Staff was friendly & quick, plus the waterfront view was lovely too. I could feel myself smiling and doing the happy food dance as I had lunch at Claws. 1000% recommend! read more

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Friends told us we needed to stop here when in the area. We decided to go early as we found lost places are packed around 6:30. So glad we did because the line was to the street when we left at 6 pm. The menu board shows all the options, which are numerous. There is also a board that shows the drink menu. I settled on the lobster macaroni and cheese and a beer. After paying, they give you a wooden lobster claw with a number, you pick up your drink at the bar and go find a table. The server brings the food out and calls your number and you wave them down. My dish was huge and had a nice amount of lobster. The sauce on the penne pasta was good and I will be scaring away the vampires tonight. Not sure I would call this Mac and cheese, more like penne pasta with lobster sauce. Either way, it was very good, but not what I expected. The blueberry cornbread was good as well. The patio view is very nice and everyone that works here was friendly. read more

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My lovely bride and I were driving up to Camden on a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon in August, and we stopped into Claws for a late lunch. We really enjoyed the lobster roll with light mayo. The roll was $34, but the amount of fresh lobster meat was quite generous. Service is fast and friendly. The onion rings rock, and so does the dessert, blueberry crisp with vanilla ice cream. Highly recommended! read more

Love this place!! It's exactly what we were looking for: - something on the water - lobster roll- it was the first time we've had one - great clam chowder - a good Chardonnay - very friendly service The wife and I split a lob roll, a cup of chowder, and a bottle of Cupcake chard. The roll was good, just not sure it was my thing. It was certainly a lot of lobster in the roll. The chowder was very good, but my homemade chowder is better the Chard was good but way overpriced Total bill:$168 with tip. I'm told 'ya gotta pay to play' and we certainly did read more

Atmosphere - Great. About a mile from downtown Rockland, this is the quintessential roadside restaurant. Orders and payment are taken at a window and a number assigned. Drinks are picked up at a small bar situated on the way to a covered deck that overlooks the inlet. Service - Very Good. The staff is friendly and the food was delivered in a reasonable amount of time. Food - Excellent. I ordered the Lazy Lobster (the meat is removed from a 1 1/2 lb lobster and placed in a tray of hot butter) and a cup of clam chowder. The meal came with corn on the cob and a blueberry corn muffin. The lobster was very tender and delicious. The corn was fresh and the muffin was excellent. The soup was a disappointment for me. It was a variation of the traditional version. It was very salty and much of the clam was chewy. Overall Value - Excellent. The portions are large, the food great and the price is very reasonable. read more

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Budget friendly? Not in the eyes of the locals. The food is good but way more than competitive stands. read more

Loved everything about this place! The staff, the food, the view, all of it! If I ever go back to Maine, I hope I get to visit this place again! read more

Claws - Lobster roll , clam chowder, blueberry lemonade - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

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Stayed overnight in Rockland, ME and after traveling from Manhattan for more than 10 hours of driving, I wanted something I'd really like and preferred seafood. While driving down a local street I ran into a couple and they directed me to Claws. Turns out it was one of the best meals I'd ever had! The service was accommodating and helpful, and every member of the staff was clearly committed to assisting every customer. Finally, knowing that all taste is relevant to that person, I had the best coleslaw in my life of 72 years! It made the drive from New York City worth every mile! One last thing...the counter I was sitting at had an unobstructed view of the dock, bay, boats, etc. Couldn't be better! read more

Best lobster roll I've had a week! Get the old bay honey butter seasoning. We also had a salad with lobster shrimp and crab and it was great but lobster roll was the best Service was eh read more

Claws - Lobster roll and salad - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

Phenomenal fresh comfort seafood right by the water, with great views. The smell of the ocean water really accompanies well your freaking awesome seafood. The lobster roll here is magnificent. Honestly, I'd go as far as to say it's probably my favorite lobster roll of all time. The bread is soft and buttery and there is sooo much lobster packed in for that perfect bite. Mayo all the way, but you do you! The fried fish sandwich is absolutely delicious, too, with a really thin crunchy batter. The chowder here isn't overly thick and creamy, it's just right. I have no complaints about the food. The line can look super long but it moves fast! That and all the staff are really friendly and helpful. When you come when it's warm out, the flies can get a little out of control so be prepared to fight them off! If you're in town or driving through, you gotta check out Claws. read more

A must every summer when I am here but what happened to the LOBSTER BISQUE??? I almost cried this year when I learned its not longer available lol read more

Food excellent, price good, service excellent., menu complete, facility good. Competively priced for the market and easily found. Onion Rings are a good value too. read more

If you're ever in Rockpory Maine, you must eat at Claws. Sure, some may say is a tourist trap restaurant, but it's not. They are popular for a reason. The amount of lobster that came with the lobster roll was enough to make three sandwiches!! French Fried Asparagus is a MUST! I've never had it before and ordered it out of curiosity since I like asparagus. It was one of the most delicious food I've had in a long time! The breading is flavorful and fried to perfection! The website says it's closed until May 21,2025. It's a seasonal restaurant that opens from May 22 to mid October. Do not miss it if you're visiting Rockport during the opening season! read more

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Wait was long for our to go order of six lobster rolls. Over a half hour when they said 15 minutes. Nevertheless butter lobster rolls and light mayo rolls were good. They were doing a big biz. Good for Claws! read more

Claws - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

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Fantastic gluten free options. Beautiful view and easy to find. My husband ordered the fried scallops and onion rings. Loved the rings and the scallops were overdone which was a bummer because he was looking forward to them for days. I ordered a wedge salad that was a 10/10. Way bigger than expected and delicious. We also got some drinks. There was a line and people were being rude as usual but the staff was very pleasant and friendly. My Bloody Mary was yummy. Would definitely recommend and hope to go back. read more

Claws - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

Cute place with a big menu but dont get the crab cakes. Mushy, flavorless, filler with some crab mixed in. Gal never came around to ask how it was or I would have said something. Saw other dishes that looked good going out. read more

I recommend everything I got, starting with the blueberry lemonade! Next I had the clam chowder, very well seasoned and the best I had in the state of Maine! The hot butter lobstah roll was fantastic! A typical New England roll with a good portion of fresh sweet lobstah and butter on the side for you to decide how buttery you want it! read more

If I could rate this higher than 5 I would! We shared the giant lobster roll (1#), and a bowl of seafood chowder. The employees we friendly, had a great view, tasty drinks and that lobster roll can't be beat! read more

Claws - Monster lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

You can find Claws at 743 Main St, Rockland, ME 04841 right on the main drag. This restaurant was recommended to us and was very convenient, being about a mile from our hotel. Parking is to either side - there seems to be a lot, but during lunch and dinner the restaurant becomes pretty packed - if you see a very long line you may want to find something to do and wait it out a bit. Claws is an iconic seafood shack, specializing in Maine's prize, the lobster. The exterior is very shack-like as you would expect with a bunch of kitschy eye candy adorning the building and surrounding area - you can tell the restaurant has been here a while and the smell of fried seafood is divine. The menu is pretty extensive (it's available online or on the board as you walk up to the ordering window) with many options for lobster, local cod and oysters. Once you order (and make sure you get a couple of local craft beers), head towards the back for a magnificent view of the water. The place is very busy so you may finish that first beer before the food arrives, if you order two it saves time. We tried the following: * Pemaquid Bold Coast Brown Ale - 3.2/5 Fairly easy drinking brown ale, sweet nutty malt notes finishing dry with mild bitterness for balance. * Mammy's Clam Chowder - Not your typical creamy clam chowder, tons of herbal notes and bay leaf - I thought it exceptional * Lobster Roll - 1/4 lb fresh lobster meat w/mayo, served on a buttered New England style roll - these came with a bag of chips (but we substituted cole slaw) and a pickle spear. Really can't go wrong with the roll - these were excellent with succulent fresh lobster bedded in creamy mayo - my wife thought it was too much lobster meat at 1/4 lb but I was very happy. Service was very good with a server on hand pretty much at all times for extra napkins, water, etc. I'd say that if you're visiting Maine on vacay this is an excellent choice. Just don't expect much as this is a "shack" and not fine dining. You simply can't beat the view and food. read more

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We went on a Sunday at noon, it was our first visit. You order and pay and then sit and wait for your food. We had a whole belly clam basket, shrimp basket, clam strip basket a ginger ale and ice water. The portion sizes were plenty. The food was very tasty. All of the seafood tasted nice and fresh. We all loved the fries, they are seasoned and crispy. The coleslaw was good. Tartar sauce was good. They give you ketchup packets. There are no free refills on the sodas, you have to pay $1. The ice water was free and there's a big water jug for refills. It cost $75 for the three of us. The table next to us had onion rings and they looked so good, I'll definitely get those if we are in the area again! We enjoyed sitting out on the deck, it was heated and very comfortable. The guy that brought our food was friendly and very nice. We had a great lunch! read more

Claws - Sign at the restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

I was excited to try Claws, but it didn't live up to expectations. I had the hot & crabby artichoke dip. It was a $17 bowl of warm cream cheese. The menu says it is loaded with crab meat and artichoke hearts. I could pick out a few bits of artichoke, but there was no discernible crab. Maybe it got all mixed in, but there wasn't enough that I could taste it. The onion straws, however, were outstanding. This is nit, but my husband found it annoying that there were no cocktail napkins at the bar. He was expected to chase down a waitress in the dining room to get a napkin. Really? We wouldn't go back. read more

In the pouring rain, we decided to come to Claws for our last dinner in Maine 2023 vacation. We made a good choice. Whether ordering take out or in house, you have to wait outside in line. In the rain it sucks quite a bit but the restaurant does offer umbrellas for the customers. The take out line is somewhat covered, but umbrellas would be helpful for that line, too. We were not in line too long, maybe 20 minutes, before it was our turn to order. The extensive menu is posted so you should have time to review before ordering and they also have paper menus to look at if the line is long. We ordered a blueberry lemonade, water, draft 20oz Banded Claw lager, lobster Mac and cheese, fried haddock sandwich, crab cake burger, full belly fried clam platter, lobster bisque, and some ahi tuna nachos. Just about everything was very good. After ordering and paying at the window, you can go to the table section where it is first come first served. We waited only for a few minutes before something became available. We sat and waited for the friendly young staff to bring the food and call our order number. Because of the rain, half of the tables were not available. The ones that were open were patio style with plastic rolls out to block the rain and wind. After the storm passed through, the rainbow was a nice touch. Overall, we were astounded by the excellent food fair steak fries, the fried haddock sandwich was to die for, and my ahi nachos had plenty of sushi-grade raw ahi and crispy wontons "nachos" with avocado and aioli with sesame seeds were outstanding. I subbed my fries for onion strips which now I wish I kept the fries. The full belly clams were plentiful and well done. My kid really like his "burger" with a lot of crab. What didn't turn out well was the lobster Mac and cheese; plenty of lobster, too much pasta in an overwhelming heavy sauce. Ate the lobster, left most of the pasta. The award winning "best lobster bisque" was a fifth place loser to us. Neither cup was finished even halfway. We weren't sure if it was seasoned too much or made with too much cream or what the reason was, but no one liked it. There's a small gift shop with T-shirts and other stuff. The young staff servers were doing their best to keep up with the orders and all were quite friendly. I had to leave cash at the kiosk for the T-shirt I bought as the staffers were too busy with food but I did let them know I left the money. They also clear the tables after you are finished. About $170 not including tip. Another winner in Maine. read more

Claws - Ahi Tuna Nachos, and Whole Belly Clam Dinner - Seafood Near Me - Rockland, Maine

Lobster rolls were delicious but expensive. Service was good, The view of the harbor is lovely.

Claws is a the seafood shack located on 743 Maine Street in Rockland, Maine. This is an absolute destination spot for all Maine vacationers. Rockland is a popular tourist destination. I happened to chance upon this restaurant for early lunch while staying nearby at the Samoset Resort in Rockport, Maine, a mere 5 minutes drive away from the restaurant. There is no way that I will eat the resort's now knowing that this gem exists but a short distance drive away. There is a parking lot for patrons. In addition to the local Maine crowd, I noticed license plates for travelers from New Mexico, Texas, Florida, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and more. The pilgrimage for all of these patrons up mid coast Maine says a lot about this little shack. The menu is extensive! Nothing like your typical lobster shack. There is also a selection of alcohol beverages ranging from beer to margaritas and mojitos. For my family of four, two adults and two children, we ordered a dozen oysters and the ahi tuna nachos. Oysters were served on an ice chip platter with horseradish, cocktail sauce, and a vinaigrette. The ahi tuna sat on crispy chips and they went well with the strong margarita. We also ordered the calamari basket, a buttered lobster roll, and the Rockland Shore Dinner. I didn't even realized that our Rockland shore dinner was missing mussels and a blue biscuit until I looked back at the picture as there was plenty of food, more than we could eat. The service was five star! We were checked in by the waitstaff even before we received our food and maybe another five times throughout the course of our meal. Don't be fooled by the little shack in the front, there is plenty of seating in the back, some with back cushions and an area with heaters too for cold rainy Maine days. I just love the lively family friendly atmospheres. I can see why the lines get so long and why it's sought after from travelers from afar. I highly recommend this location to anyone visiting Maine, even on cold rainy New England weather days such as today. read more

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We ordered steamers and unfortunately they had not been properly purged. A little sand can be expected but the amount that was in these clams made them inedible. Maybe it's not an item ordered often but there is no excuse to serve steamers this way. The waitress was nice but she didn't know any better and said that's just how it is and you have to clean them which if unfortunately not true. After washing them 2-3 times we gave up and had to throw them out. The fried food and oysters we ordered were good. read more

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