We had it as our first meal in Key West and it was a very good start to our days there. The place had a great promised shack aesthetic, but still very clean. The prices were very low, especially for the quality of food. My Po Boy was everything I wanted from it, the lobster rolls had a great texture, and the sauce that came with the Conch had me going back for seconds. The guy that took our oder was nice and efficient, he was very clear. The food also came out very fast and very hot. Overall an amazing place for a lunch or top tier fast food experience. read more

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They proved me wrong. I thought Lobster Rolls were way overrated. DJ's Clam is the BEST lobster roll., sorry Maine. HUGE chunks of lobster and the most delicate perfectly toasted bread that is like a tasty cloud that doesn't fill you up but adds to the experience. Thank you DJ is Clam Shack. Bravo. read more

Easy to see why this is a local favorite. They were only open from 11-4 when we're there which made it an easy lunch pick. I had the conch fritters and a shrimp po' boy with some onion rings. The fritters were stuffed with meat and delicious. The po' boy was stuffed with shrimp, pickled red onion and a tangy slaw. My wife had mahi mahi tacos which were huge and delicious. Amazing lunch spot in Old Town. read more

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Lobster fest in Key West and a cruise ship in port makes for a very busy place. This establishment was featured on Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives so it was sought out by many. You order at a window and they bring you your food to the table. It is mostly shaded but still outdoors. The feel like temperature was 103. Had the lobster roll at $30. Very good and lots of lobster meat. The staff was nice and helpful. I'd love to try more of their selections in a cooler season or later in day. read more

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Excellent food and service. $60 for a Lovater roll, coconut shrimp, beer and soft drink. read more

DJ's Clam Shack - Seafood Near Me - Key West, Florida

The OG of the Clam shacks! Everything here is fresh and delicious and worth it! The overstuffed lobster roll was delicious! The fried clams and cracked conch were good but i preferred the clams better. Service was really cool. It's a tru shack with seating in the back. Dope spot with good ppl read more

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Do you want a delicious lobster roll? Come HERE! Do want tasty fried shrimp? Come HERE! Do you want friendly service? Come HERE! Do you want air-conditioning? OK you're not gonna find it here, but come here anyway! read more

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When I looked up best lobster rolls in Key West, DJs made everyone's list no matter what site you viewed. From the front, it looks super small with no seating but there are actually seats in the back. I loved my lobster roll. It was really good and came out surprisingly fast. The fries were really good too. read more

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After years of Key West trips we finally decided to try DJ's Clam Shack. We ordered a lobster roll and clam strips and found a table on the back patio after filling our drink cups. We watched the somewhat aggressive chickens while we waited for our meals. The dishes arrived quickly and were very good. The lobster roll was very full of meat and the portion on clam strips and fries was very filling. Having self serve beverages was also a plus on a hot afternoon. Our only issue was the limited seating and abundance of chickens that flew overhead and landed on tables frequently. If we eat there again we will sit at the bench seating at the front and side of the establishment to avoid this nuisance. read more

First place we ate at in Key West based on reccomendation from a friend. We had the conch fritters and lobster roll. Food was good, relaxed laid back environment. Good for a quick bite to eat for lunch. Can take food on the go or there is an eating area in the back. Would come back. read more

DJ's Clam Shack - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Key West, Florida

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One of my must-haves when traveling on the East Coast is a first-class lobster roll. And not the New England version with mayo. I want as much plain, unadulterated lobster as possible, stuffed into a beautifully grilled roll. Lucky for me, DJ's offers a Maine-style lobster roll: a grilled roll, warm lobster, and a small cup of melted butter. Food: The emphasis at DJ's is clearly on the food. The menu isn't large, but they offer all the classics. Most of us ordered the lobster roll, and we also had a shrimp po' boy, a cup of clam chowder, and a basket of conch fritters. Everything was delicious. The lobster roll featured generous pieces of tender lobster. The roll was perfectly grilled, crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. There was plenty of melted butter to pour over the top, making it a bit messy, but absolutely worth it. This was a lobster roll to remember. The clam chowder was also excellent, creamy, well seasoned, and filled with good-sized pieces of clam. The conch fritters were the best we had during our time in Key West. I also sampled the shrimp po' boy, which was served on the same grilled roll. The shrimp were tender, with just the right amount of breading. Service: This is a small stand that has clearly mastered the art of serving excellent food in a compact space. There was a line when we arrived, and it took about 10 minutes to reach the counter. The person taking orders was friendly and helpful. Even while managing a steady flow of customers, they took the time to check in and chat briefly, which was appreciated. After ordering, we were given a number, and our food was delivered in less than 10 minutes. Atmosphere: The space is small but offers counter seating in the front, along with additional tables along the side and in the back. It's not fancy, but it's clean, efficient, and easy to navigate. We were pleasantly surprised to find covered seating in the back that accommodated our group of six. While we were eating, we experienced the only rain of our entire Key West trip. We got a little wet, but it didn't dampen the experience. The lobster roll was amazing and one of our favorite meals of the week. Definitely a place I would return to. read more

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Wowza this is what I imagined the Key West to be about! Delicious Fresh seafood, great vibes and relaxing atmosphere of the most Southern point US Florida Key's island read more

When you visit Key West, you must get a lobster roll! I've been to multiple lobster roll spots in Key West, and DJ's is definitely high up there! Me and my friend ordered both the lobster roll as well as the fried clams. The portion of fried clams was huge, definitely worth the price! The lobster roll was very tasty as well, the perfect ratio of lobster meat and mayo. DJ's does get crowded, but they do have a good amount of seating. Highly recommend! read more

DJ's Clam Shack - Seafood Near Me - Key West, Florida

Well, if DJs is recommended by Guy Fieri when in Key West, of course I'm gonna go. So DJ's is located directly on Duvall Street, which is the most touristy and most highly trafficked part of Key West. There's usually a line and that's for a good reason. It moves quickly though so don't give up hope. I believe they're primarily known for their overstuffed fresh lobster roll and rightly so, but they do have plenty of other fish selections, including steamed clams, coconut shrimp, garlic, shrimp, roll, conch, fritters, and mahi-mahi fish tacos. They also serve a selection of beer and sodas to go along with your food that you can either take away or eat in on the back patio. I gotta say it was so good We went there twice. Both times we got the over stuffed lobster roll and I gotta say the brioche bun is fabulously buttery & crispy soft and it's big enough for two people to share, but you might still be kind of hungry afterwards. We also tried the coconut shrimp & the steamed clams which were good, but the real star was the lobster roll. Very tasty with a crisp cold beer by the way. read more

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Had my first Lobster Roll here so can't compare to the average however if I visit Key West again I will definitely be stopping by again! I got the overloaded lobster roll which while pricey was quite good! The service was great with the guy at the counter asking about what sights we'd seen and even recommending other local spots to visit and food try. The restaurant is open air and absolutely "beach casual" so no need for fancy attire of anything like that. I would love to come back and try other offerings in the future! Definitely stop by if your a seafood fan or looking to try some new seafood dishes! read more

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The Best lobster Roll that I ever had! We went here some years back. Returned this year and they continue to make the best I have ever had! read more

Loved this place! Quick walk from the pier and the food was reasonably priced and delicious. Mojitos were 2 for 1 with a variety of flavors. My hubby had the Cuban...he said it was super tasty. I had the lobster roll that was jam packed with delicious, fresh lobster. We both left full and satisfied. Also...they had really cute and clean restrooms. read more

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Take it from a picky person like me, DJ's Clam Shack has the best lobster roll, period. The kitchen is small, and you can see them preparing your food, which I personally enjoy. The vibe is awesome. It might not look like much, but DJ's certainly impressed me. Imagine, cold, fresh lobster on delicious, buttery, toasted-to-perfection bread. Squeeze a bit of lemon on there, *chef's kiss* I think I found my new favorite restaurant, even if it's not around the corner for me. read more

I was on a mission to find the best lobster roll in key west and DJs did not disappoint. Even though it was relatively busy (we had to wait a few minutes for a table. Seat yourself!) the food came out pretty quick. The lobster roll was delicious and a good portion. We got ours heated up but you can also have it cold, if you prefer. Whenever we passed by, it was busy so it's definitely a hit! We'll definitely be back next time we're in town. read more

Stopped in the Keys for the day. Wanted fried conch so we gave DJs a try. Excellent! Came with 2 dips & fries $16. They were at least golf ball size - made to order. read more

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JUST as good as I remember! Imo for the price you get a hearty amount of fresh flavorful lobster in the most tasty buttery toasted bun. Got our order quickly despite going at lunch time. read more

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Best lobster roll we had in the keys. We asked for ours to be heated but they do cold lobster with a warm bun as well. The place bas plenty of seating around back so don't be fooled by the food truck style front area. Food was brought out quick as well, we were in an out in 30 min. Will definitely be back. read more

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Loved loved loved DJ's Clam Shack! The first time I went, I had the shrimp basket with fries, so good & fresh that we made a second trip back. This time, I tried the coconut shrimp with fries, and I'm so glad I did. It was definitely my favorite of the two. The service was top-notch on both visits. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. The person taking our order was super welcoming and talkative, and the servers even brought us water on a hot day without us asking. They also brought out condiments right to our table, which was a nice touch. Overall, such a great experience both times. Easily one of the standout spots from our Key West trip. I'd go back in a heartbeat! read more

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Do yourself the favor and GO.. also don't be like me and only order two things if you're not a local.. be like Guy Feiri and order multiplthis establishment was on food network for a reason and they did NOT disappoint. I tried the shrimp roll that came with a yummy sweet coleslaw and I'm still drooling over the bread it came on and the garlic sauce the shrimp were beautifully grilled with.. also I had the mahi mahi tacos with fries; so much favor in every bite, the fish was fried to perfection and it was just the right amount of batter. The shack had the coolest decor and had a back side seating area I didn't get to explore since I sat in the front and did I forget to mention the food all came out in under 15 minutes? Seriously read more

Luv this place, it may be small but the taste is mighty. Started to rain so we wanted something quick to take home before we would get soaked had our meals in 5 minutes had shrimp port boy sandwich's that were fantastic great size and delicious sauce . My sister in law had shrimp boat and she said it was best fried shrimp she ever had!!!! Coleslaw was home made and sweet without being over sweet . Friendly staff and quick turnaround that packaged the takeout so it was still hot and crispy when we got home. Fun place definitely will go back read more

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I love DJ's. Ok yeah the lobster rolls are super expensive, but so is any good lobster roll, anywhere. If you don't want to splurge on the lobster roll (get the overstuffed, worth it), get the tacos. It's half the price, huge, and delicious. I'm obsessed with the roast pork tacos. So tender and delicious. The creamy clam chowder is also amazing!! One time I visited with family and ordered several lobster rolls, they even gave us a complimentary clam chowder! Order at the counter, sit at the picnic tables in the back, and enjoy. The staff are great, and I love the local specials each year. I'll always come back to DJ's! read more

Wow! Absolutely amazing lobster roll - perfect for a later evening 'snack' to share! Fresh and buttery perfect! read more

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Great hole in the wall shack right on the main drag in Key West. We were lucky to grab a spot right up front facing the street to eat. We ordered the fish fingers & fries, garlic steamed clams and clam chowder. The chowder was awesome and 5 stars, great thickness with hearty bites of clam and potato. The bay leaves in there was a unique twist that I haven't seen before. Garlic steamed clams were good as were the fish fingers. A lot of people were ordering the lobster rolls but we were too full. Maybe next time. read more

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We ordered the Overload lobster roll, and it's hands down the best lobster roll in Key West. We've tried others on the island--nothing compares. The lobster is from Maine and never frozen, and you can taste the difference. Sweet, tender, and generously packed into every bite. Simple, classic, and done right. We also had the pleasure of meeting John, the manager, who was welcoming and clearly passionate about the quality they deliver. Great food, great people, classic ambiance and a place that truly lives up to the hype. If you're looking for an authentic lobster roll in Key West, this is a must-stop. read more

Lobster roll was loaded with meat. I asked for the dressing on the side- so lots of just fresh lobster meat. Roll was lightly toasted and fresh. The fries were hot and the slaw was very good. Food came out quickly. I sat out front to people watch while eating. Don't forget to check out the courtyard out back- cozy if you have a bigger party. The guys are really cool and friendly. I went back later that night for fish fingers. They were delish! Light coating and mild fish- not sure what kind. But hard to decide what to have next time I go back. Maybe shrimp poboy read more

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This is a classic fixture of Key West casual dining, and one of those places that many people make it a point to stop at. This restaurant/shack is very relaxed and has a simple menu that they've managed to ace. You order at the booth and then once your order is ready you can take it away or there are some seats available on the patio deck. The menu consists of fresh Maine lobster rolls or fried conch fritters, fried clam strips or fried shrimp. I think they might also do tacos but didn't see anyone ordering those. It's right in the hustle and bustle of Duvall street. read more

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Came here twice and the second time was even better than the first. The manager, whose name I didn't get but wish I did, was outstanding. He put the experience over the top just by being generous and hospitable. Lobster roll and fish tacos were both great. Go ENJOY!!! read more

DJ's Clam Shack - Seafood Near Me - Key West, Florida

Grabbed a to go of clam Chowder x 2. Has plenty of clams and some potato. Good flavor. Could have been a little hotter and the chowder was a little thick. Had better but had many that were not as good read more

Great food and fast service. I called in for a quick pick and they were very helpful. The Coconut Shrimp was fantastic.

Absolutely THE BEST lobster roll in the Keys. Obviously I haven't tried them all but those here in Yelp and other locals mentioned this is the place to go so I did and it did not disappoint. Plenty of lobster on a perfectly toasted roll and could feed 2 folks. You walk right up at the counter, order and although they said 5-6 minutes, it took only 2-3. We got there early so found a table out back for 3 but seating is a bit of a challenge. Not much room but nice vibe nonetheless either in front people watching or in back as if in somebody's back yard. Very cool. So along with all our other Yelpers...try THE BEST LOBSTER ROLL in Key West!!! read more

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Great food! Chowder is the best on the island and we are from the Pacific Northwest so we have eaten some good chowder. Mahi Mahi tacos are huge and clam strips are great as well! read more

DJ's Clam Shack - Mahi Mahi tacos & Clam Strips - Seafood Near Me - Key West, Florida

THE BEST place we ate at in Key West. Guy Fieri was right - it's a must visit! Their clam chowder is one of the best I have ever head. So much flavor in every single spoon. Their lobster roll is right there as well! Loaded up with so much meat that you definitely don't need the double option hehe Do yourself a favor and definitely visit this place if you are in the area. Chill vibe so no need to dress up! Staff is great and will gladly have a small talk with you. We will be back for sure! read more

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We had one day in Key West on our way to The Bahamas and we decided to try out DJ's Clam Shack because we wanted to try some conch fritters and this place was featured on the Food Network. We got a few items and it didn't take long for the food to come out. The seating is outdoor only and it's pretty limited, but we were able to find seating and enjoy our food. One of the locals said that she's tried other conch fritters and she confirmed that these were the best on the island. Highly recommend! read more

Very lively place on the evening on Duval street. Service was quick: order at the counter. There were few places to sit but now much, so order to go for groups. Got the Regular lobster roll:4 stars. Good lobster, decent bread. Decent flavors. Loaded lobster roll:4.5 stars. Almost double the lobster on one roll. It was so much I couldn't finish it all. Clam chowder: 4 stars. Good flavor. Nice and thick. Surprisingly I enjoyed the side of slaw that came with the lobster roll. Complimented it well. Good job. It is rated high among the many lobster rolls I have had. read more

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It was just okay. Got the lobster roll. On the smaller side, good amount of lobster meat but it is heavy on the celery. The bread tasted a bit stale. I've had much better lobster rolls. Only good thing was theres a coupon for 10% off. Wouldn't really come back unfortunately. read more

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