Brought my friend from New Zealand here to enjoy her first ever Maine lobster roll. After every single bite that she took, she said, "Yum". She understood why I told her she could not leave without having a lobster roll, first. The customer service here is superb. They really want you to enjoy your meal. That is hard to find in bigger places. They use one 1-1.5 found lobster for each roll. Pure lobster. No filler. The bun was grilled to perfection. The fries were cooked very well. The blueberry coleslaw was amazing. It was early enough in the season to not have much traffic. It was nice not to deal with Wiscasset. This is my second time visiting. I will definitely be back. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

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Good lobster roll on our way back from Boothbay Harbor. Highly suggest also ordering the blueberry coleslaw. It was amazing and never heard of it before! Fries were good too! read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

Though Shannon's Unshelled is best known for its delicious lobster rolls, they also serve seafood and chicken baskets. We had the shrimp basket with fries and seaweed salad along with a clam basket with blueberry cole slaw and fries, with a side order of onions rings. The shrimp and clams were tasty and oil free - we appreciated that as sometimes (at other places) they are greasy and not very good. The blueberry cole slaw was a fresh alternative to the pretty flavorless version you get at many other places. The homemade onion rings were the highlight of the meal - it is hard to find handmade onion rings and especially ones with just the right amount of batter (sometimes they seem to be in armor plate). I wish the fries were just as good; they were ok built didn't match the excellent options on the ret of the menu. If homemade fries would be too hard to make, maybe they could buy thinner fries that cook and crisp up more quickly and reliably. It would also be good to have the option of a flavored salt read more

Now that was a lobster roll. We are not gonna talk about Price because it had two lobster tails on it. It was served naked which means there was no mayonnaise or anything else on the lobster served with butter on a lovely toasted roll with french fries and a unique and delicious blueberry coleslaw. The lobster was fantastic. I will say you eat outside at a picnic table which at this time of the year mid October is a little cool but not unbearable. I think I would've sat in a snowstorm to eat this lobster roll. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Twin Tails - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

In my long quest to find the perfect lobster roll and ambiance, we stumbled upon Shannon's after deciding the food at the harbor in Boothbay is subpar. We ordered quickly, paid a fair price but what stood out above and beyond was the service. The woman at the counter was friendly and spoke to our children about their orders. My son only wanted a hot dog bun and she accommodated him. Even fixing his order of bun and ketchup after he dropped it running back to the table. There are picnic tables to sit at and lots of space for the kids to run around which they needed after being on a boat all afternoon. The lobster roll was well executed, full of fresh lobster, and served with fun sides of blueberry coleslaw or seaweed salad. Would definitely come back here again! read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster roll, fries, blueberry coleslaw. $35 on 7/15/2025 - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

Wow-Wow-Wow! Best lobster roll we had our entire trip! Loved the blueberry coleslaw. Cleanest oil! Fries and onion rings were perfect. Best looking roll as well!!! So so glad we stopped!!! read more

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I came hungry, and the portions filled me up and more. Clam chowder tasted fresh and savory~ did need more clam~ my clam basket was very filling and the fries very crunchy and delicious. Blueberry soda was amazing!! The blueberry coleslaw was very delicious. Personally I don't like coleslaw but this version was more subtle and pleasant. I'd order this side next time. The staff showed great patience to my group of friends since we arrived and looked at the menu for a while deciding the best way to try everything. He was so kind and friendly. This location was the best one because it was calm, peaceful, and clean. I couldn't imagen myself eating at the express because this location had no lines and the food is delivered to our table! Absolutely loved the food I got today! read more

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Rating: 4.5 Stopped by for lunch on the way back from the Coastal Maine botanical garden. Its a small shack on the side if the road. They offer outside and some inside seating as well as restroom. We ordered triple lobster rolls, clam basket, clam chowder, blueberry soda, and side of seaweed salad and blueberry slaw. Triple Lobster rolls were flavorful offering one naked, one with garlic butter and moxie sauce and one with mayo. They were all good and fresh but personally I liked the one with moxie sauce as it provided subtle sweetness along with lobster flavor that was not overwhelming. Fried clams were crispy and tasty. Seaweed salad and blueberry slaw were refreshing. Clam chowder was good but I've had better elsewhere. The blueberry soda was surprisingly good and refreshing. Overall the place was good and its a solid place for lobster roll. Service was good and relatively quick and was not too busy. Price was on the higher side but it's standard for lobster rolls. I liked that the lobster roll was not overwhelming with condiments and butter so I can taste the sweet flavor of lobsters read more

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My four friends and I were starving after an exhaustive visit to the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, where we searched (successfully) for trolls. Even with GPS, this tiny place was hard to find, but it was worth the struggle. We all ordered crab rolls, with butter, of course, and they were as tasty as any lobster rolls we had had during four days in Cape Elizabeth/Portland. Our server was generous with the melted butter too, and the service was fast and friendly. Finally, the price was right. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Look for the menu sign - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

Our group of four was here on vacation and found Shannon's Unshelled on Yelp. The positive reviews are spot on. We each ordered a lobster roll, mine with a gluten-free round bun. The rolls came with an ample amount of fresh, incredibly tasty lobster. Sweet, perfectly prepared....butter on the side if you like it that way. The roll comes with a side...blueberry coleslaw and seaweed salad for us...and fries. It's not cheap (market prices are posted), but for the amount of delicious food served, it's a great value. Put Shannon's in your GPS and go. It is a roadside stand with picnic tables and umbrellas for shade. The team is friendly and the food is great. read more

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Food was wonderful. Got lobster rolls with both blueberry Cole slaw and seaweed salad- really good. Served beautifully with an orchid in each roll and hot crispy fries. Clam chowder is thick and tasty with a good amount of clam. Service and kindness were top notch. Lots of tables outdoors and some indoor tables as well. Very clean, very sweet people. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Side view - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

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O. M. Lobsta!!! Absolutely amazing! The Lobster Roll was incredibly delicious, and the onion rings!!! Oh, they had Blueberry Coleslaw! If you don't try Shannon's, you are missing out!! read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster roll, French fries, and Blueberry Coleslaw! Delicious!! - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

On a road trip from Portland to Bar Harbor and had to stop in Boothbay! My husband and I heard rave reviews about this place and it was a must stop for us. Unfortunately it didn't live up to the hype for us. We typed the restaurant into our GPS which was incorrect. So you'll need to find the actual address on the website to type in if you don't know where you are. It was a cute little side of the road food truck and it wasn't super busy when we came. There were plenty of picnic tables with umbrellas, which was nice. We ordered the lobster roll trio with blueberry Cole slaw as we wanted to try all the sauces. The food came out rather quickly. The sauces came on the side so you can put as much or as little on the rolls as you'd like. Our favorite was the classic butter. We weren't huge fans of the moxie sauce and I thought the garlic sauce was better with the French fries. The rolls were good sized, but the lobster was a little difficult to eat. This may be a personal preference, but the lobster wasn't torn well and was hard to bite into for a sandwich. The fries were solid, but the coleslaw wasn't anything special. I was hoping for more blueberry flavor. Overall it wasn't our favorite lobster rolls in Maine for several reasons. It's a cute stop in Boothbay, but wasn't super impressed with the food. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster trio - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

AMAZING. The service, the food, the location. Everything about Shannon's Unshelled is amazing. We were visiting Boothbay Harbor and came across Shannon's Unshelled and had to try it. The big seller? Gluten free fried seafood. Allergen friendly. We had the clams, and a lobster roll. They both tasted amazing. Portions were extremely generous. We were chatting for awhile with the staff, and learned that this is a new location, and they're interested to learn that so many people are finding them for the gluten free fried seafood! That's definitely why I tried it too. This is my number one recommendation of places to stop for the boothbay area. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Clams and lobster roll- gluten free - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

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We came to this roadside establishment on Friday at lunch. It was busy but not packed. We went up to the window and ordered lobster rolls and lobster sliders. We sat down at the outdoor picnic tables to wait for our order. This is not a place where the lobster rolls are made out of claw and knuckle meat, but there was tail meat as well. These were the best lobster rolls we've had thus far on this trip. The service was quick. The fries were good and it was an excellent meal. All the staff were very friendly and you can't beat that cute sign out front. read more

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4.5 rounded up! Hubby was craving a good lobster roll while in Maine and we saw that Shannon's is a great stop for food in Boothbay. This is a food truck/stand on an open field with picnic tables and an indoor dining area. You order your food and they make it fresh, so there's a 10 minute wait. Still worth it not to get food that's been sitting under lamps. The lobster roll was $30 (Market Price) and including a sizable portion of crispy fries. I was trying to watch my calories, so I shared. But the chicken tenders and fried clam orders I saw brought out looked very yummy. What stands out is the professionalism of the staff. They greet everyone kindly and are very helpful. It's clear they appreciate your business. The portion of the lobster roll was on the small side (I realize lobster isn't cheap these days). So it's probably better to get it with a hot dog or another entree or side like onion rings, as long as you aren't watching your weight. There is also a good selection of drinks. We would come back to see what the crab roll is all about (though we're Marylanders and picky about our crab). read more

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It seems and feels like coastal Maine! Shannon's Unshelled delivers on the taste and options that you would expect from a quintessential coastal Maine lobster shack. We were happily greeted by a friendly staff and enjoyed the sunlight while we waited for our freshly prepared food. The food followed up every bit of promising start that we were hoping for and we left quite satisfied. read more

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Awesome roadside stand with delicious lobster rolls with the bread toasted to perfection. Lobsters will be lobsters- but the bread makes or break the meal! Be sure to get the blueberry slaw! And the blueberry crumble was a nice sweet treat. It matched the personality of the sweet ladies who served us! read more

Shannon's Unshelled is amazing. Earlier in the day we went to their downtown location and got the lobster roll, which I highly recommend. For dinner we decided to check out their main location; and it did not disappoint. The food was great and came with a choice of seaweed salad or blueberry coleslaw. Where both are good, the coleslaw is beyond amazing. I always feel like coleslaw is the one dish that you can tell if a restaurant is good or not. If the coleslaw is bad, chances are the other food is going to be bad as well. This still holds true with Shannon's. The coleslaw was way above expectations, as was the food. Coming out with edible flowers to break up the color of fried food. The vibrant greens and purples of the sides and the decorative patterns on the basket liners. Shannon's delivers. If you're passing by, or within reach, do yourself a favor and stop by Shannon's Unshelled. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Fried clams, fried lobster, fried pickles and a hot dog. - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

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If you're interested in great Maine seafood and amazing chicken tenders, you're at the right spot to stop at Shannon's! Her passion to accommodate all her guests and her kindness glows from a far! She is extremely sweet and you can tell her staff enjoy working with her in giving the best experience to both locals and new comers! We experienced her dishes at the boothbay railroad village and I followed from there since she has her store that is LITERALLY four minutes away! My son (he's two) and I enjoy sharing the chicken tenders! Nobody makes them like Shannon! It is now a tradition to go and grab a bite at Shannon's unshelled before hitting the trains!! Thank you again Shannon and staff! I look forward to our next visit read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Chicken tender basket - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

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Phenomenal lobster rolls. Lots of parking just outside of Boothbay. We look forward to going there every year! Service was impeccable! I highly recommend read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster Roll basket! - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

Stopped while in Boothbay because of the amount of reviews and all being 5 stars. Shannon's DID NOT disappoint!!!!! Lobster rolls, clam chowder and Maine Root Beer. Everything was delish. A quick pull off the road "food truck" with picnic tables to eat at. Places for kids to stretch their legs and run a bit. I believe there are corn hole boards too. My husband said the Cole slaw was perfect and had a bit of a surprise. He is a snob when it comes to slaw and this was one of the best. They started last year adding Maine blueberries (and a small amount of pineapple juice) to the slaw. He loved it. Lobster rolls were essentially dry (we didn't ask for anything) and came with drawn butter on side. The meat was delish and tender. All in all you won't be disappointed read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Doesn't get much better - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

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All of it..... Lobster rolls Onion rings and the hit was the seaweed salad Downtown is also great but with limited options read more

THE BEST LOBSTER ROLL AROUND!!! Shannon's is absolutely delicious with a top tier engaging and knowledgeable staff! We also had the fried clams, which are gluten free!!!!, and those were fantastic, crunchy, just a little salty! The setup on the way Boothbay Harbor is a temporary food truck as they build up the building on property (so might be minor disruptions until it's complete), but that has zero impact on how amazing their food is! read more

Stopped here on our way to the botanical gardens and glad we did! Generous amount of lobster and was delivered fresh to them that morning. Blueberry coleslaw was delicious and a great addition to the basket. The women working there were delightful and friendly. Plenty of seating at picnic tables- and clean bathrooms for customers! Definitely recommend for a great lobster roll read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster roll basket with blueberry coleslaw - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

First and foremost, great lobster rolls!! Added bonus is that they also serve Moxie and Blueberry soda. Warm, friendly, helpful service. read more

A small Maine lobster stand in downtown Boothbay. Their special is lobster rolls. They do have crab rolls and grilled cheese sandwiches. Our rolls were delicious served with warm butter. The lady was fun to talk with as she made our food to go. A great place to score a genuine lobster roll. read more

What a great find, and we thought a hidden gem. This is a lobster roll "in the rough" setting. Think shack with picnic tables adjacent to a parking lot, nothing fancy, but we thought the food was great. Lobster rolls are pricey these days, but we felt the portion size was generous and contained quality meat (tails, knuckles and claws). Lately some places only fill the roll up with rubbery claw meat, and that is not the case here. I tried the bisque, which was very good and a very large portion. DO NOT miss the onion rings, hand made, they were crisp, delicious and piping hot. To top it all off, the lobster roll is adorned with a beautiful orchid, and while you may not want to eat that, it does make everything look and feel nicer! Our friends ordered a fried fish sandwich which was absolutely massive and easily enough for two people. After ordering, the food is delivered to the table, and we even had a chance to meet Shannon as she came over to check on everything. It's the first time I've seen staff visit tables to check on food quality in such a casual dining setting. They seem to genuinely care about the food they serve. Check these folks out when in Boothbay Harbor read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Beautiful and delicious lobster rolls. Huge portion of crispy fries - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

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Yum-yum-yummy. Lots of lobster on the lobster roll for a fair price. Chilled lobster meat (no mayo) with warm butter to pour on top. Super-crisp fries. I was too full to try the chowder. Friendly service. Lovely location. Definitely a can't miss! read more

Prettiest Lobster roll ever! A summer visit to Shannon's Unshelled truly embodies everything you love about a trip to Maine. It is truly a sight to fall in love with, from the ambiance of the wooden picnic benches, the summer sun peeking out from the trees, the afternoon view of the pier nearby, the laid back town of Booth Bay Harbor, the friendly nearby shops and locals, and the prettiest lobster roll you'll ever eat. This Lobster roll is the one that wins the Miss Maine pageant, but while it might be pretty, it is also delicious and when paired with a cup of the Lobster Stew, oh my. Regardless of your preferred method, be it beautiful chunks of lobster stuffed in a bun, or chunks in the rich buttery stew, you cannot go wrong. This is everything Maine is supposed to be. Call ahead to make sure they are open if your arriving late in the summer. I'm sure I'll be back again! read more

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Food was great! Lobster roll and lobster grilled cheese were on point. Price is right and cute little place in middle of BootheBay Maine. Service was nice with a lovely attitude and prompt. Not a big seated area. Counter seating for six. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

Shannon's lobster rolls have an abundant amount of delicious lobster...tender and tasty. The blueberry coleslaw is crunchy and creamy, with a hint of sweetness. The fries were perfect too. While the blueberry pie was yummy, my favorite dessert was the chocolate bomb! Such a great combination of flavors, yet it was not too sweet. IF I didn't live so far away (Indiana), I'd be a repeat customer. read more

Probably the best lobster roll I've ever had-and I have had quite a few! Lobster is on a roll in huge chunked pieces,served chilled with warm melted garlic butter. It included a choice of blueberry Cole slaw (delicious) or seaweed salad and a healthy (large) portion of excellent fries- and an edible flower! On the side of the road with picnic tables in a large lawn, some shade,clean bathrooms (not a portapotty). Charming!! And friendly staff. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

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My wife and I did a Maine trip for our 10-year anniversary, drove up the coast for about a week. We drove an hour and a half out of the way just for this and it was entirely worth it. Best fried clams we've ever had and overall just a wonderful experience. Service was great, mood was chill, and really reinforced the Maine hospitality we grew to appreciate on our trip. Don't know when we'll be back to Maine since we're from TX - but we'll be sure to head back to Shannon's when we do. read more

Food was great! Exactly what we were looking for. The lobster roll was top notch and the shrimpal and fries were both fried perfectly! The staff were extremely friendly and helpful too. Overall awesome place! read more

The lobster was great with the garlic butter. Really liked the blueberry coleslaw nice touch

Awesome food and really great staff! We chatted with Deb for a while, and she was so sweet and told us a lot about the business and the area. Definitely recommend stopping by here and trying the lobster and the clams. Also - the gluten free option is a huge bonus! read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster Trio - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

Service is always excellent. Shannon and her staff are always friendly. The food is absolutely amazing. YAY! To Shannon and her team. read more

Shannon's Unshelled - Lobster roll with onion rings and fried pickle chips. Amazing! - Seafood Near Me - Boothbay, Maine

Wow! What a wonderful experience at Shannon's Unshelled. My wife and I were in Boothbay Harbor for a week-long getaway from Denver, CO. We had done a little research (with the help of other Yelpers) on great spots in the area. This was clearly a favorite. After checking out Shannon's website, we knew it was a must. Go to the website and watch the video before you go, and enjoy serious work ethic and commitment to quality and customer service! We were there on a Sunday at about 12:30pm in mid-September. By some miracle, they were not busy when we arrived. I went to the window and Shannon was there, with her significant other and best friend. Everyone was SO nice! Suggesting great food, sides, etc. We ordered a couple of lobster rolls, lobster bisque and some chardonnay. There are many picnic tables outside - lots of seating, my pics don't do it justice. While we grabbed a table and anxiously awaited our rolls, Shannon came out to say goodbye to a friend and stopped to chat with us. She is just great! By now, they had other orders and were starting to get busier. However, we would have thought we were her only customers. I love to go to a place where I know I'm supporting good people. She is good people. Our food came up and was brought out to our table. What can I say that hasn't already been said? The food is fantastic! I have literally had lobster rolls, up and down the Maine coast, from at least 25 different spots. Shannon has the goods! These are right up there with the best I've had. They are on a perfect roll and have a sizeable amount of lobster. Not glopped up with anything, except more lobster and a side of drawn butter. So, so, so good! Bonus - these rolls come with a delicious seaweed salad (nice touch!) and side of fries. Normally I would never comment on a French fry, but my wife and I both walked away thinking that these were the best we've had in a long time! Perfectly crispy, soft inside - seriously, I can still taste them as I write this. The lobster bisque was probably overkill, as this was a ton of food, however we managed to make it to the bottom! It was delish as well. We loved this so much, that we ordered 2 more rolls to-go for dinner that night. If you are ever in the Boothbay Harbor area, run don't walk to Shannon's. You won't regret you did! read more

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Celiac friendly! Great place to find gluten free food!! In the land of fried seafood it can be hard to find things like French fries that are not fried in the same Oil as food with gluten- it was so nice to know all the food here was gluten free! read more