Lobster Cove 9-7-25 We had to stop by here for a Lobster Roll. This place is not fancy but its clean and the waitresses are friendly. They are on the ball with service and checking up on you. We ordered two Big Huge Lobster Rolls which came with Fries and Cole Slaw. Our food came out fast and the Lobster Roll was huge, very good and tasty. The Fries and Cole Slaw were also good. All our food was hot and plenty of it. When we were done, we were full. They do have an outside and patio area to eat in if you want. The view of the Beach out the front is good. I will give this place a 4 out of 5 stars. Follow Me on FB For More Reviews & Fun Gulf Coast Terry read more

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One of the few places near the York beaches that has its own parking lot! Hallelujah! If you've ever ventured to try parking along the beach during the summer to get a bit to eat, you know how much this is a life saver! We came by for lunch around 12pm and we were able to snag a table upstairs and get a parking spot! We had an ocean view while we ate our delicious food and drank our cocktails. We ordered the fried clam straps, lobster roll, bacon wrapped scallops, and a cup of chowder. I also got an espresso martini, which was delectable. Highly recommend for casual dining, ocean view, free parking, and great customer service! read more

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On our very first trip to Maine (!), we wandered into Lobster Cove for a late lunch after visiting Nubble Lighthouse, and what a gem we found. We kicked things off with golden fried mushrooms in a light, crispy batter, paired with a creamy horseradish dipping sauce that packed just the right punch. Next came the essential New England clam chowder, easily one of the best I've ever tasted. And for the main event: three warm, buttery lobster rolls, served with fries, coleslaw, and a classic pickle on the side. A couple sodas and an iced tea topped off our feast. Ruby, our server, was attentive and friendly without hovering, and the dining room was full of light, with big windows offering beautiful views. We left full and happy, already looking forward to a return visit. read more

Lobster Cove - Buttered lobster rolls - Seafood Near Me - York Harbor, Maine

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I came here on 04/29/2025 for lunch with my Mom--her choice. We came during the early afternoon. We were greeted by a young man & asked if we wanted to sit outside in the enclosed dinning area or inside, Mom choice inside. We had a great view of the ocean. (5 stars for the view) I found their chairs very uncomfortable. 2 stars for them. Elaina was our waitress. She never told us her name but soon came over to great us after being seated & to take a drink order. I ended up ordering a cup of lobster bisque ($8.00) to start with which was good (5 stars) & just the right size since I was ordering an entree. I also got potato skins that were a little pricey ($12.00) for an appetizer & old potatoes. (3 stars due to price) I had needed a little extra time deciding on what to order. I had asked how much the lobster roll was ($33.00) which I found to be very pricey but that is what I wanted so I went with it. It was O.K. But I've had better. (3 stars) The hot dog roll was toasted nicely but the meat was chewy & had a nice sweetness to it. I didn't like the chewy part & ended up with lobster meat stuck in my teeth, which isn't something that happens. Thank God that I had some dental floss on me...lol Mom had the Scallop roll $19 with Onion rings $3.00 sub which she liked & cleared her plate. Elaina must of got busy because we didn't see her much after our meals were delivered which by the way took way too long to come out. Quick, easy entrees so we didn't understand why it took so long to get to us. No apology on the long wait. She never came back right away to make sure everything was O.K. or to see if we needed anything else. A table next to us came in after us & got their meals after us & she had went to them to see how their meals were & take away their plates then asked us if we were done. I had to ask for the bill. I was already annoyed @ this point because we had been done with our meals for about 15 minutes before she was near by for us to ask for the bill. I mentioned how we were wondering where our food was when she brought it out...never said sorry. I had also made a comment how we had been ready for a while for our bill...no apology or explanation. We didn't see her much so I'm guessing she didn't have many tables inside & maybe she had tables upstairs or outside on the patio or maybe she just can't handle a couple of tables? IDK, but the service started out good then went to poop, unfortunately that affected her tip. I felt bad but tipping is based on service where we come from, so sorry Elaina for not getting a bigger tip. Even if we got an apology for the long waits I may have tipped more. The parking lot is very small & tight so enter & park with caution. There are parking spots across the street next to the beach rocks if you don't like the crammed feeling. I think this place for me is a one time & done. I don't see myself coming back here when there are a lot more seafood restaurants in the area to try out. I did enjoy some Mommy Daughter time, so that was 5 stars....lol read more

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The food and service we great at Lobster Cove. Our server Jess was fantastic and she made sure all our requests were met in a timely manner. She was polite and personable. read more

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After visiting the lighthouse we ventured to this gem. It's right on the ocean! We ordered a myriad of delicacies, calamari, chowder, lobster bisque and lobster roll. Elizabeth and Ryan were knowledgeable and very friendly. The theme is nautical which is very appropriate considering its location read more

Lobster Cove - Lobster roll and coated fries!! - Seafood Near Me - York Harbor, Maine

I don't understand why the place has such bad reviews! I enjoyed my experience here for a quick lunch! Drinks were awesome btw and the service was great! The food were definitely on the pricey side but It's seafood! Simple decorations and chairs, very much like a mom and pop resto! read more

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Abysmal (e.g., frozen and microwaved) food, wacky servers who cause discomfort (loud singing, constant talking) and forgot everything, high prices... The view is nice but that's all this place has going for it. Steer clear. read more

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I will start this as I always do and say that I do not give out five stars, unless I am really blown away. I have come to this place a few times and I've always been happy with the service and very happy with the food. Sitting upstairs you have a great view of the ocean and it was a lovely place to hang out while you eat. They have a delicious fisherman's platter. My better half had a whole lobster and was very satisfied. If you are looking for a place to get the full seafood Maine experience this is a great spot to do it. Great food, wonderful atmosphere and good service what more could you want. read more

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Another visit to the Lobster Cove - again friendly, knowledgeable and efficient service! Tender perfectly prepared lobster roll after bacon wrapped scallops that I suggest you don't miss. read more

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Not sure about some of the other reviews, but I had a pleasant lunch of fresh seafood. The fried clam strips were very good, crispy and tasty. Broiled scallops were excellent, fresh and almost melted in your mouth. Nothing like eating fresh seafood along the coast. It was well prepared. Service was good, a bit abrupt but no problems. read more

Lobster Cove - Large serving of fresh, yummy broiled scallops - Seafood Near Me - York Harbor, Maine

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My family and i ended up here 3 times on our trip since we were within walking distance and the food was that good. We sat outside on the picnic benches each time with a nice view of the ocean. The lobster and lobster roles were excellent, as was the summer salad and crab cakes. What really stole the show for us however was actually the fried haddock. Whether on tacos or the sandwich, it was incredible! Great service too. Highly recommend! read more

Our first stop in Maine for lunch, and what a great decision this was. I started with a Maine brewery lunch ipa... what a smooth beer. Lunch I orders a lobster roll with extra hot butter. It came with crispy French fries and a cup of coleslaw. Everything was so delicious and fresh... great price . Friends ordered the twin lobsters and crab cakes... everyone left happy and full. We had a table near the windows, amazing view of the water. Such a great place to grab some food with a view. Parking lot is a bit small, other option is along the road. read more

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Beautiful location!!! Great view from many spots in the restaurant. Staff is very friendly, and food is delicious. We came on a Thursday around 3pm and there were no spots at the bar or at tables overlooking the water (besides outside). Get there early!! Drinks are delicious as well. read more

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Last night was great as always. The window view of the ocean is beautiful and the waitress we had is new and she was so good. Thanks for another great night Lobster Cove! read more

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The absolute BEST New England Clam Chowder I have ever had. The lobster roll was great as were the clam strips. It wasn't busy when we went and the service was top notch. Great views of the coast while you eat. read more

Everything that makes dining a pleasure Is provided With a a smile. Every lunch and dinner has been a warm, wonderful experience, from the top down: kitchen crew; wait staff; manager. There's plenty of parking too. read more

Service - food - view..... all amazing and delicious- Totally recommend for a great lunch ! read more

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Clam chowder was watery. The lobster bisque was thick, clearly had flour added to it, there were still globs of it. The seafood casserole was 99% fish and had two measly shrimp and one scallop. The Caesar salad was not dressed with Caesar dressing. It was zesty Italian. You can do better for the money. Unless you have kids and are desperate to find a place with a parking lot, stay away. read more

Food very good Nancy is definitely awesome. Visiting from Ct each year we stop here staying down the road comfortable place to talk n if you sit at the bar you get to enjoy the local folk read more

Had lunch today.. 8-13-25 with my wife and brothers wife. The fried haddock was done perfect. Not many restaurant can do it right. Fried crust was lite and delish....... Homemade blueberry pie, was great with jumbo scoop of ice cream Waitress was clean, personable and knew her job. Been here many times. "One of the best in Maine" Joe from MH read more

Our server was great, very attentive and pleasant. Food was good, and the view from the second floor is phenomenal. read more

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I'm from out of town. Nashville to be exact, and me and the group I went with had a great experience. Great food, great waiter (Ruby), and the ambience was quite the moment. Overall 9/10 read more

Always great fresh seafood with a lovely view of the ocean.Sit upstairs for the salt air ambienc as you enjoy your delicious chowder while waiting for mains, be pleasantly surprised by the fairness of the bill read more

Great location. Right on the water with outdoor seating. Service was pretty good. I got scallops that were good but not great. My husband got a lobster that he enjoyed but it looked pretty small for a 1.25 pounder read more

If you ever come here, ask for Sage! She was the best waitress we've ever had and she made us feel so welcomed and brought us our food as soon as it was out! The food was alright but the service and the restaurant vibe was the best part of this restaurant! We will definitely be coming back and looking forward to seeing our waiter again! read more

Website announces happy hour with half price appetizers. When we got our bill, we found out it was three dollars off appetizers.. they should've honored what they advertised on their website, then correct the website. Had a Cosmo and it was great, the bartender sent the little bit of extra instead of throwing it away. Five stars for that. The bacon wrapped scallops were dry, but flavorful . The crabcakes were like pancakes... not recommended. Lobster bisque was OK.. I wish we had tried the chowder. Ocean view was wonderful . Overall, this was an OK experience. Maybe we just ordered the wrong things. read more

Had a wonderful lunch here today. Service was fast and pleasant. The food was excellent. We had mussels and a fisherman's platter. Everything was very fresh. The prices were not overly high. Lovely views, as well. read more

Had lunch at Lobster Cove. I got the single Lobster and potatoes and it was so good! My view while dining was fantastic and the ocean breeze made the experience awesome. My waitress Lexi was friendly and kind, she gave me some pointers on eating a whole Lobster as that is something I am not used to. read more

Lobster Cove - Lobster, fries, mashed potatoes with an ocean view - Seafood Near Me - York Harbor, Maine

This was a pleasant surprise. Located on Long Sands Beach in York, with their own parking lot and options to eat inside or out, with great views of the beach. We were here for lunch and had a nice table outside, the second floor bar inside has nice big windows and a more non obstructed view than the outside patio. We found the service to be friendly with food arriving promptly from the kitchen. Prices were reasonable, especially given the cost of lobster lately. I was trying to decide whether to go with lobster bisque or clam chowder, and our waitress brought a small sample of both to help me decide. They were both tasty, but I opted for the bisque. I thought it was very good, but keep in mind this is completely smooth, and has no chunks of lobster. The crab cakes were also tasty, and had a fair amount of crab filling. Our only disappointment was our cocktail, it was a tropical punch served in a plastic pail, and was advertised as two drinks, but it had virtually no discernible alcohol and was too sweet for my palate. I would say hard pass on that drink option. If you are in the area and are looking for a casual bite, I would give them a try. read more

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Highly recommended Lobster Cove for lunch or dinner. The food is excellent. The bar drinks are really watered down so stick to beer if you want alcohol. We go there many times when visiting York. It was recommended to us by another visitor and we are glad they told us. You can sit up or down stairs, in or out. We love sitting upstairs looking out to the ocean. The employees are very busy but are very friendly and efficient. They aren't running around like crazy but get the work done. I've worked in the food industry for over 25 years and this is our 'go to' place in York! read more

I visited Lobster Cove on the off-season and die in there for an afternoon cocktail and the atmosphere was so inviting I came back for dinner! My waitress was extremely attentive, but not overbearing. I was able to look out and see the water. The food was great! Not the best I've ever had but certainly wonderful for the off-season! I would absolutely go back. read more

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Went for birthday dinner, view of the ocean across the street, busy restaurant about 30 minutes to get a table, sat at the bar, bartender and wait staff attentive, good selection of dishes, 3 of us had lobster special, crab cakes and pasta and potato skins for appetizer plus sweet potato fries, no dessert, everything was delicious, parking on side. Never disappointed when coming here every summer. read more

Went on a Tuesday night wait staff very slow and the place was so hot but there is such limited out door seating that we had no choice. Had the mussels which were good and my husband loved the clam chowder. You can tell they know how to fry too because we got the onion rings and French fries and they were so satisfying. read more

Absolutely never come here they hate the poor they force you to spend more money on the tips. We gave a $25 tip and they were demanding more money. Never come to this place. if you're poor don't even bother coming they hate the Poor terrible service waited two hours to get our food not even to mention the dirty cups that was served to us had to ask for new cups please take your service somewhere else in Maine. I appeared to have to edit my review for the absolute terrible service after I come to the conclusion that they charge my card $500 please never come here. I have to come back to my review. One more time for the waitress is stealing money please never come to this dump. read more

My family and I went to this restaurant during our visit to New Hampshire/Maine. This place is TOP notch! The food was so incredibly fresh and delicious! Ruby was our waitress and she was very attentive and super friendly! I was very impressed by the manager coming over to our table to ask about our experience. The ocean view was beautiful as well! Highly recommend!! read more

If you are looking for a beautiful view of the ocean this is your place. If you enjoy waiting at 3 in the afternoon for a table when half of the restaurant tables are available, this your place. If you enjoy listing to the wait staff complain about customers and the lack of silverware and how slow the kitchen is, this is your place. For a party of five, we spent $180 for a late lunch that was mediocre. My recommendation is that the kitchen keeps the seafood in the ocean a bit longer or learn how to spice their food. If you like bland food, this is your place. read more

We had a wonderful Mothers Day dinner here. Service was good and so was the food. They had a lobster with corn on the cob for $20, so I had that that. The lobster was cooked just right and was delicious. The clam chowder was also good. Creamy but not too thick and full of clams. Our table looked out at the ocean (road in between) which was nice. It was still off season so not overly crowded. read more

First trip to Maine and this was our first food stop. The waterfront view was decent. Since I'm from Florida I'm used to water views but if you're not you'll enjoy the relaxing scenery! I ordered the Fountain of youth. Honestly tasted like water and mint. The alcohol was either not present or so minimal it was indiscernible. Stopped at one. We ordered lobster rolls, crab cakes and onion rings. The crab cakes and onion rings were okay. Not a lot of flavor but not awful. The lobster rolls were okay good not great. Everything was decent but just lacking flavor and honestly somewhat disappointing. Service was fast and friendly but I can't imagine coming back here if I was a local. I'm sure there are better seafood places around here. read more

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Terrible experience. First the messed up our reservation. Then they broke up our party to the worst seats in the corner drenched in hot sun. Got moved to a picnic table food takes forever and is freezing cold. Manager offers $50 off on a $225 bill fir food thats inedable. read more