This was a great restaurant with an outdoor covered patio. Our server was personable and attentive. For my drink, I got the Cucumber Cosmo which was refreshing and really good and my friend enjoyed his Blueberry Mule. We both ordered the Lobster Rolls with butter which was absolutely amazing. It was a large sandwich with plenty of meat - so tasty! Great spot for delicious lobster rolls and great drinks. read more

Lookout Tavern - Blueberry Mule and Cucumber Cosmo - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

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OMG...we waited OVER AN HOUR for this lobster roll, and somehow I'm still going to tell you it was worth it. I typically do not believe in waiting that long for food, but Lookout Tavern got me with this one. The lobster roll was AMAZING. The lobster was juicy, fresh, and plentiful--they are not playing around with the portions. You get these huge lumps of claw meat, and the toasted bun was perfect. Honestly, this lobster roll and a nice drink are all you need for the day. I could literally eat here every day I'm on the island. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, which is nice, especially during the summer. Just know that if you're visiting Martha's Vineyard during peak season, the wait can be LONG. We waited more than an hour, so plan accordingly. Would I normally wait an hour for a lobster roll? Absolutely not. Would I do it again for this one? Yep. HIGHLY recommend. read more

Lookout Tavern - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

First stop on my Martha's Vineyard food tour: Lookout Tavern! I was able to sit outside on a little bench overlooking the street with a view of the water, which felt like the perfect introduction to the island. Of course, I had to order my favorite: oysters! I also tried the lobster roll, and it was delicious. The drinks were great and definitely strong! Overall, it was a good first stop and the perfect welcome to Martha's Vineyard. read more

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It's the hot lobster roll for me! I ordered it with fries and a side of garlic aioli and it was so good. This roll was so full of fresh lobster that I had to eat some of the lobster with a fork to start. It melted in my mouth and was hands down one of my favorite meals on the island. Highly recommend enjoying the patio seating here on a nice night. We had a long wait but it was worth it. The service was great! read more

Lookout Tavern - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

Delicious lobster tacos! The lobster was sweeter here than in Rhode Island. The tacos were a little wetter than I thought initially. Lots of dripping. I personally prefer Alabama/Gulf shrimp to the ones served here, but the batter was great! Wonderful view. Great service. read more

Lookout Tavern - Lobster tacos - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

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We have decided that this is the best hot lobster roll on Martha's Vineyard. It's a big toasted bun absolutely Packed with delicious lobster poached in butter, and you can ask for extra butter on the side. It comes with house made chips, which can be upgraded to a salad or fries. The lobster bisque is incredible, delicious and rich with pieces of lobster. My friend said "not the place to go for fish & chips" but generally the food is very good, plus they have a full bar & beers on tap. All the servers are incredibly nice, which is wonderful because it is always so busy! The upstairs restaurant has lots of tvs playing different sports (at least they were on a Sunday afternoon) and has some cool maritime decor. Downstairs has picnic tables, and is dog friendly. No reservations but they text you when your table is ready so you can stroll around in the neighborhood if the wait is longish. read more

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Hmmm. Fast service and very friendly staff. Good drink - had the rum punch - sweet and powerful. I also had the buttered lobster roll. While it's voted the best lobster roll I don't think it was the best I've ever had. It lacked seasoning to me - but the roll was FILLED to the point of almost overflowing out of the bread with lobster. Nothing much to say. Finally, I had the lobster bisque soup - I'll rate this about a 6 out of 10. It had way too much cheese and not enough flavor. We also ordered the calamari - lacked seasoning again. Overall decent but left a bit disappointed. read more

Great Lobster Roll in OB. The Lookout has the best Lobster roll in Oak Bluffs. Meaty. Warm or cold. Solid. Quality. Great service. The views are amazing. Great for people watching and watching the Ferries come in. read more

Lookout Tavern - Roll - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

During peak season this place is hard to get into. But it is worth the wait. Our food was absolutely delicious. The place is lively with families and couples but our waitress was very attentive. Our food came out in a timely manner and was cooked to perfection. We really enjoyed the curried muscles. The clam chowder was delicious and the lobster bisque was equally phenomenal. Oh and of course the drinks were sc read more

Seafood restaurant with an amazing view in Oak Bluffs. If the weather is good, try to get a seat on the deck with a view of the ocean. It was a bit busy when we went, but we were lucky to be able to get seated right away on the deck. This place was a bit pricey, but everything we had tasted great. The clam chowder was so rich and delicious. I also got the fish and chips which was less fish than expected, but crispy and great with the tartar sauce. It came with a lot of fries as well. Would definitely come back if I am in the area again. read more

Lookout Tavern - fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

First night back on the island after being away for several years. My dad met me at the ferry and we decided to give the Lookout Tavern a try. At first glance the restaurant looked extremely busy but we were told a 15 minute wait would get us a table. Sure enough within 15 minutes we got a text stating our table was ready. Both of us opted for ice water with lemon for our drinks. My dad decided on the flounder taco with corn salsa and coleslaw. I love seafood so had a large lobster roll with butter and homemade chips. Everything was delicious and I would definitely return. I recommend anyone to come give this place a try. FYI: the restaurant offers a sushi menu for those who enjoy eating it. Come on over and have some great tasting food. read more

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My friend and I decided to try this place while on a day trip to Oak Bluffs off a recommendation from someone who lives in the island! I really loved the clam chowder. It came out piping hot & had just the right amount of clams and things inside. My friend also really enjoyed her chicken salad burger. Only con- the hostesses are not friendly and are pretty unwelcoming. Our waiter was great though! read more

Lookout Tavern - Clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

Best lobster rolls in MV to me! I dined here twice while on vacation. Service was always good, always a bit of a wait for a table but they move fast. The lobster roll is served cold or hot, I prefer hot lobster rolls, and comes with a side of house made chips. The chips lacked flavor and were not good. The lobster roll is a good size and packed full of lobster. read more

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Great lobster roll. The crab crakes were some of the best I've had. Services was also great! Drinks are strong and well made. read more

Lookout Tavern - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

This was my 3rd time visiting and I swear it gets better and better. The food was absolutely incredible. I got the salmon BLT w the homemade chips and it was truly fantastic. Everyone was very happy with their meal. But unfortunately you'll have to wait about an hour if they're busy. But that's a good thing. Why? Well, you the food is solid! Tatum was the best!! She was warm and friendly. My nephew is blind and she was most accommodating. Thank you, Tatum! read more

Piece of shell and claw cartilage got stuck in my teeth when I bit into my $40 lobster roll. The meat was all piled in the middle, so a piece dropped on the floor. The roll was nicely buttered and warm, and there was a slice of lemon. But this is not the "island's best" lobster roll, as claimed. Edgartown's Seafood Shanty's $30 roll was much better. Since it's near the ferry dock and has TVs, it's crowded. We waited for a table, and they have a 90 minute seating limit. The ambiance is 'how many more people can we squeeze in here'. read more

Stopped in for lunch the service was great. The view of the water was amazing. We had the lobster tacos & Caesar salad. Our food was delicious. Will definitely come back for dinner. read more

Tons of meat on the lobster roll but served without clarified butter and also chips that looked good but lacked flavor and were soggy, on two separate occasions eating here we had to chase down a server to help us. Fun vibe though with good drinks! read more

The service was friendly and accommodating. However the lobster roll was small, pricey and mediocre. We sat at the lookout area and it was a nice feel seeing the water and people watching. read more

Lookout Tavern - Lobster Roll and Chips - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

Wow best lobster rolls!! They are packed with lobster and you have an amazing view of the water! We also got clam chowder and a seafood platter to start. Everything was so fresh and yummy! read more

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PROS: loads of street parking, good food, priced well, menu variety is plentiful, spacious inside. The waitress, Olivia, was very friendly. CONS: it gets mobbed in here so you may have to be on a waitlist OVERALL: if it's not too crowded I recommend coming here read more

Lookout Tavern - Fried sweet potato roll - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

Lobbbbssssttttteeeerrrrr rolls!!!! so good. $42 but worth it. Pass on the chips and just get French fries.. I was so full off the lobster roll alone read more

Lookout Tavern - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

Where in Martha's Vineyard, visiting late October can you get lunch when many businesses have already closed up for the season? So glad I asked the owner of Sanctuary for a recommendation. We walked pretty much back to the ferry dock. It wasn't on the water but across the street. The man at reception was kind enough to unload the items on a sturdy looking crate for Pygmy me to get up onto a high bar stool. I always say I wish I was 2 inches taller. The restaurant had some patrons already eating or drinking. By the time we were done the place was packed. Everything was delicious except the unagi roll was definitely not unagi but some kind of raw cubed reddish fish. M guava ribs was the tenderest almost fall off the bone, perfectly sauced. Very glad we didn't go on the optional 3 hour tour so we could admire the New England style architecture, their landscaping and have time for a leisurely meal. When we had already left the place a couple from the bus who went on the tour asked if we ate there and how it was. read more

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I got a salad and a bowl of clam chowder and they were both excellent and generous portion Taylor was our server and he was awesome and accommodating and very helpful. Good job Taylor. The restaurant is waterfront, so it's always easy on the eyes! Definitely make it to there. They usually during busy season to have a two hour wait but we got in so we were very lucky. read more

Stay in line!!! Best Lobster Rolls and freshest Clam strips in Cape Cod! no joke. It is 100% worth the weight if you encounter a line. Everything that came out of the kitchen looked amazing... The views from the deck were just as good as the food. The signature drink menu is clever and delish! read more

Good food and drinks! The staff is polite and fast and the view is beautiful . Def one of my new summer visits

Great atmosphere! Sandwiches are larger portions so could definitely be split between two people. We also had the steamed gyoza, which were really really good. Two people in our group also got the clam chowder bowls, which they approved! read more

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i'm a surprise this place gets four stars. I was unimpressed with the food. I got a buttered lobster roll, which was good, and subbed a garden salad instead of their homemade potato chips. The blue cheese salad dressing tasted like it was from a bottle. I tasted other people's chips, and a few of them were sort of thick and soft while others were thinner and crisper. They lacked flavor; my friends were adding salt to theirs. So the food is sort of mediocre. Service was super friendly and they certainly have a great spot. We sat outside at a picnic table on the side of the building, so no view of the water. But if you sit at the bar height seats up on the deck, looking out on the water, you have a great view. read more

Supposed to be "the sports bar" in Oak Bluff but not sport TV package. Went to see an out of market game and they didn't have it. Seemed like it would be a good place otherwise. Had ordered appetizers before we found out that they had no coverage. Buffalo shrimp and fried clam strips. Both were tasty and the service was great. But stop claiming to be a sports bar read more

A truly special meal can make all the difference, can't it? There's just something about really good sushi, a really good cocktail, views and solid service that hits just right. It doesn't need to be fancy, or stuffy, or absurd. To be honest, we've had a pretty rough year or two. Lots of stress and tension and just...advanced adulting, you know? The stuff you didn't sign up for. Anyway, we ended up here on a cool May weeknight a couple weeks ago and this meal genuinely turned it all around for both of us. I could feel that all that weight melting away. We were present and enjoying the moment and each other. We were both...happy. Looking back now just a little later, we both are more relaxed and living easier again, like we used to be. The sushi here is fantastic, especially the Crystal Roll. The cocktails are great. Unfortunately I forget the name of the one I had (twice). Our server was friendly and approachable and quick to laugh and chat with us. We can't really afford for this place to become a regular spot, but we've already been back. Whoops. The outdoor area on a nice day is highly recommended. Yes, it's busy. Rightfully so. Both times we were seated within 2 minutes. Maybe I'm hitting that age where I start thinking about my impact on the world and making a difference and all of that...but meals like this make me wish I could open a restaurant to impact people in the way we felt the other night. Highly recommended, obviously. read more

This was such a nice spot to watch the game! And the food was great! Get the sushi rolls because they are known for that besides their lobster rolls! If you love lobster this is a must stop place! Also I wanted to try a different cider than the one I ordered but it was horrible, and the manager let me switch it out free of charge! read more

Lookout Tavern - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

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Absolutely loved Lookout Tavern! We were exploring Martha's Vineyard & were immediately drawn to the places over looking the water. It was super busy, but very well run. We were seated pretty quickly and then ordered. I had the Grilled Salmon BLT, and my friend had the Cajun Mahi sandwich. We loved them! This is a "must visit" if you're exploring MV! read more

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Ambiance is cool and friendly. Everyone talkative and having a good time. We all order different types of burgers. All of us enjoy our burgers. Now the fries were not good any where on the island except for the one pizza place.. I recommend going to get cheeseburgers for sure!! read more

Voted many years in a row best lobster rolls and truly they are we also had the mango tango roll and the steamed mussels read more

Lookout Tavern - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

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We went here twice during our visit to MV. We started with the coconut shrimp and they were okay. Somewhat of a small portion for the price and they didn't have a strong coconut flavor. My partner and I both got the cold lobster roll for our main. I substituted for sweet potato fries (delicious) and she substituted for a salad (also delicious). The lobster rolls were massive and one of our top three lobster rolls we've ever had. The lobster meat was extremely fresh and the roll itself was buttery and perfectly toasted. After our first visit we would have given Lookout Tavern a 5/5 but our second visit didn't quite stack up to the first. Our lobster rolls were noticeably smaller on our second visit and my sweet potato fries were cold. Overall, we plan to return, but with hopes it will be akin to our first visit. The staff was super kind and the view from the deck is beautiful. Such a fun typical beach bar vibe! read more

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Great views, great energy and vibe. Staff were friendly too. Came in on a weeknight. Place was packed! There's outdoor and indoor seating but we opted to wait for an indoor table with a view. Started with some drinks, we got the lookout lemonade and watermelon patch. The drinks were so strong! Tasty but hitting like a truck. Refreshing and sweet, couple of these will get you loose. Next up was the fried calamari and clam chowder. Calamari was damn good. Crunchy and fresh. Best texture and seasoning of all the calamari I ate on the island. I think the sauce is homemade, it's great. I think this clam chowder was one of the best I had on the Martha's Vineyard. Thick, creamy, flavorful. This is a must get. For our mains we had the cold lobster roll and fish tacos. The lobster was tasty! Lots of chunky meat. Squeezed some lemon juice and viola, ready for feasting. The bread was also delicious. Toasted and thick enough to hold all that meat. The chips were meh. The fish tacos were fried to perfection. Light and fluffy, battered well. The corn salsa was delicious. read more

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Great food, great view and friendly and efficient service! Checks all the boxes and worth the wait for a table

Best lobster rolls by far!! A go to popular spot in Martha's Vinyard!! I have my lobster roll with butter drizzled on top! The best! read more

Lookout Tavern - Sautéed Lobster Roll & fried calamari - Seafood Near Me - Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts

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Awesome food! Awesome view! Awesome service! Awesome ambiance! Have eaten there every year for past 24 years Never a bad experience! read more

Told us it would be a 30 minute wait, we've been waiting for an hour and a half. Total rip off.