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    4.3 (1.6k reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Michael G.

    Looking for a quick snack, we ended up here at Lobster West because this is also where we found easy parking on a busy weekend in Coronado. Got the CLASSIC LOBSTER ROLL and my son got the BOSS LOBSTER ROLL , my wife ordered her FLIGHT OF ALL THREE SIGNATURE SOUP , which is the Lobster Bisque , New England Clam chowder, and Maryland Crab . Everything is okay, no complaints about the taste. I was expecting the Boss Lobster to have a much bigger size difference from a Classic lobster roll, but it seems the Classic and Epic do not have much difference. Also, it would be nice when I'm paying to the cashier, if he had told me that they offer a Military discount, it's obvious I'm wearing my Retired Hat that says Retired Navy in Big Bold letters. They do have a sign but it got covered by other customers standing next to it so I didn't see that part until the other customer left and I already paid. Few seating only available inside but they do have a few tables outdoors. They don't have a bathroom but when you ask they will give you a Key for the upstairs floor that you can use, it belongs to multiple businesses in the building.

    Gluten free lobster roll
    Gretchen K.

    The cashier was friendly and promptly took our order. They may have been understaffed, but getting the gluten free lobster roll took around 15 min. I was happy to find a gluten free roll which turned out to be a hot dog bun shape. It tasted good, everything was served cold. It was a cold bun that had cold lobster with a little oil and spices on top. It was pricey, around $27 out the door. I have not had a lobster roll and expected it to be warm, but it did have a good flavor, but was a small portion. The place is smaller inside, but cute decor and lots of outdoor seating. I took mine to go to eat at the beach. If I wanted to splurge I might order something warm if I went again.

    Crab roll
    Karl K.

    Tasty but more like an appetizer size for two adults and 2.5 kids. The bill was around 70 bucks and we still needed to get a side of mac and cheese.

    Jeannie N.

    Yum! This spot definitely satisfied my lobster roll cravings. The bread was crunchy and buttery. The lobster tasted fresh and they give you a decent amount for the standard lobster roll. The crab roll was also very good. We tried the soup trio and the lobster bisque and clam chowder were my favorites. I would skip on the coleslaw since it was lacking flavor. The baked beans were sweet and tasty. The seating is first come first serve. Decent amount of beer selection as well.

    Lobster rolls!! Last time I has one was in Indiana in 2022. 3/23/25
    Aileen C.

    We honestly didn't expect to eat a lobster roll in San Diego. I was so elated to stumble across this place on 3/23/25 while on a weekend jaunt with my daughter, Kaylah and her friend, Sergio. The restaurant is small and clean. Limited seating inside. However, there is additional seating outside. We placed our order and paid up front and then were served our food. We decided to eat outside under the sun. It was a beautiful day. It had been awhile since I had eaten Lobster roll. My daughter and I ordered the Classic Lobster roll $23. She had a side of Lobster bisque. I had a side of coleslaw. We both really enjoyed it. It was flavorful and delicious! Sergio got the Junior Sampler: Crab roll and Lobster roll $21 which he enjoyed as well. The prices were reasonable. Service was great. We would definitely return when back in San Diego! =)

    Whoopie Pie
    Julie R.

    I've been wanting to try this place for a long time. I DoorDash it today and I knew I wanted to try a little bit of everything, so I got the Nor'Easter which includes the Jr crab roll, Jr lobster roll, Jr shrimp roll. I also got a cup lobster bisque and a toasted roll to go with it and two Whoopie pies for dessert. Finally, I got the tarragon lemon aïoli on the side. The sandwiches were small (hence the "Jr") but after eating them and the very generous cup of soup, I was very full! For some reason, I was expecting the sandwiches to be mediocre, but immediately when I opened the bag, the smell was heavenly and the taste was even better. They were delicious! I got them all Connecticut style, which I think means warmed up? My favorite was the crab roll but they were all amazing. The bisque was good too -- not my favorite I've ever had (there's some flavor I usually like that was a little lacking. I think it's the sherry flavor? I'm not sure.) but definitely very tasty. I'm too full to try the whoopie pies yet but they look just like my mom's so I'm very hopeful!! I'm so pleasantly surprised and will absolutely be stopping by this restaurant to grab some more food soon!

    Lobster roll
    Richelle S.

    Went here on a weekend with our puppy around lunch and it wasn't busy at all. They have outdoor patio seating so that's really nice if you want to bring a dog along. We had the classic lobster rolls, lobster bisque and Maryland crab soup. The lobster rolls were good, but the bread is really what carried the lobster rolls! The bread was soft, flaky and buttery. The classic is a little expensive for the price though as it's literally just the lobster roll with no sides or anything. They could also add a little more lobster to the classic but they want you to pay more for the meat upgrades. The soups were okay. I thought the lobster bisque was solid but wasn't a fan of the crab soup. Overall I'd say it's a cute little spot if you want a quick lunch in Coronado or want to take your dog out while you eat. Parking is hit or miss since it's street parking in Coronado. You might have to walk a bit to get to the place.

    Lobster Roll
    Eric F.

    The lobster rolls here are so delicious! I usually add even more lobster but this time I didn't, and it was a good portion size. The bread and lobster is buttery and full of flavor. There aren't many tables here, but you do have the option to sit inside or enjoy the ocean air on the patio. My only complaint is the price. If they were a few dollars cheaper, I would eat here more often.

    Boss lobster roll
    Jessy S.

    If you're looking for a lobster roll in San Diego, this is THE spot. I got the boss size roll and lobster bisque beyond delicious and super satisfying worth every hard earned penny!!!!

    Flight of soups (L - R is Maryland crab, lobster bisque sans any lobster meat, clam chowder, and super stale crackers)
    Nancy H.

    I want to give this place a higher score, but really it was just overall...OK. Pete's Seafood remains my favorite place for lobster roll and clam chowder. Apologies for the redness of the food photos (the umbrella above our table was red), but here is my feedback about the things we ordered at Lobster West: - Lobster roll classic ($24): The lobster meat was tender. The bun was nicely buttered (although I did not realize until halfway through eating that they forgot to cut the other side of my bun or something, because it looked like a hot dog bun still & did not have much butter). I think the light touch of mayo and spice was a good flavor addition. - Lobster roll boss ($32): I would just stick with the Classic size. I do not think there was actually 50% more meat. - Flight of soups ($15): This is definitely the best deal if you want to try all three. But in hindsight I did not enjoy the lobster bisque or the Maryland crab soup, so I probably should have just ordered the clam chowder alone. Although the clam chowder was just ...OK. -- Lobster bisque: Is it wrong to expect lobster meat inside a lobster bisque? This had zero meat. It was all cream. If I had known it would be lobster-scented broth, I would have skipped this entirely. So I recommend that you skip the lobster bisque. -- Maryland crab soup: This is a tomato-based soup. It tasted fine, but it was not what my palate was looking for that day. -- Clam chowder: The chowder was good enough, but I have had better. Luckily it did have the promised clams. Both packets of soup crackers were STALE. Taste one before you add some to the soup. The crackers almost ruined the whole chowder. Indoor and outdoor dining, but technically everything is outdoors. There is a hand sanitizer dispenser at the entrance. I did not realize until the meal was almost over that there is a bathroom available with a code. Service was quick and friendly (just involved giving the order at the cashier, and then interacting with the service who dropped off the food at the table). Parking: I walked here from an event I was attending, so I have no idea how hard/easy it is to park here.

    Partially eaten Nor-easter
    Alisia V.

    This is a walk up and order but you'll be greeted with a smile. The food came out hot and fresh. Gotta love the toastiness of the bread roll is just the perfect amount of crisp to the filling. I got the "Nor-easter" lil mini rolls packed with shrimp, lobster and crab, seasoned nicely to compliment the seafood not overpower. I did order a delish side of lobster bisque and some lemon tarragon dipping aioli for an extra $1 just incase, while the rolls really didn't need it I did use some of it and it complimented the sandwiches nicely. They have a nice lil outside patio and a few inside tables, it worked perfect because it stopped raining earlier in the day for us to enjoy a smidge of sunshine while we ate.

    Epic Lobster Roll - Epic
    KayAnna S.

    Honestly 5 stars for the lobster roll alone! The bread is perfectly toasted and buttered along with the buttery lobster on top. Just to die for! I will say it's kinda small for the price, but most lobster rolls are. You can always upgrade to their larger lobster roll portions, but didn't seem to be a crazy difference in portion for price either. I absolutely loved their lobster bisque as well! Just getting the classic lobster roll and the scoop or cup of lobster bisque is the perfect meal. I did try their meal option with iced tea and coleslaw and added some chips. The iced tea was unsweetened and I enjoy my tea either way so it was perfect for me, but don't expect sweetened. The coleslaw was okay, not bad, just okay. Main focus was definitely the lobster roll. Easy to get to this location by finding street parking and walking over. Plenty of outdoor seating with a few indoor seats as well. Fun vibe inside, very East Coast decor.

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    Jillian N.

    Such a great little hidden spot just off the busy street (and easy parking, which is a plus!). The young guy working there was super kind and attentive, which made the whole visit even better. The food though... wow. The lobster bisque was rich and full of flavor, and the lobster roll was buttery, fresh, and just plain delicious. The shrimp and crab rolls were also tasty, but honestly the lobster stole the show. Even the cole slaw was amazing--creamy, crunchy, and the perfect side. A bit pricey, yes, but worth it! We would come back for a laid-back afternoon bite. Definitely recommend if you're craving some seriously good lobster rolls !

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    Hands down the best food we had on Coronado Island. We even stopped on our way out of town to have it a second time.

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    Are the lobster rolls served warm?

    Yes, in my experience, a cold lobster roll is Maine-style with mayonnaise and a warm lobster roll is Connecticut-style with butter. Maine-style cold rolls are dressed with mayo, celery, and chives for a cool, mayo-based salad… Read more

    Is there a gluten free option for bun?

    Yes we have gluten free rolls :) Our Maryland crab soup is also gluten free

    What low carb options are available?

    Hi! Of course, you can always order without the bun and coleslaw is available too. 😎

    Where to Park?

    You can park in the neighborhood or around the surrounding buildings. Don't go to the parking structure because it's for employees/tenants only.

    Can your lobster rolls be served warm or do you have the ability to warm the lobster?

    Yes our rolls can be served Connecticut style, with warm meat, or Maine style, with the lobster meat chilled. Hope that’s helpful!

    When will you reopen?

    They are open NOW. Go enjoy.

    Is it celiac friendly?

    I'm pretty sure there are celiac choices, but I'm not 100% sure

    Do they serve whole lobsters?

    Unfortunately they do not. They primarily serve lobster rolls.

    My husband loves seafood, me not so much, do you serve anything else?

    We specialize in fresh seafood rolls. We do have salads that can be made without seafood, and grilled cheese using our freshly baked rolls. If nothing strikes your fancy, you can always order it to go for him or bring something there for yourself… Read more

    If I want to sit outside with my dog, can I make reservations?

    There is mostly outside seating, first come first serve, no reservations.

    I was good until I saw animals were allowed?

    Hi Cedetric, Thanks for the question. Lobster West loves our furry friends, but they are only allowed outside on our patio. It is not often that people bring pets, but you… Read more

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