Great local spot right off the highway. They have a ton of beers on tap as well as full bar. It was a lively spot, w table and bar seating, but come early, that place fills up fast! All Of the food that the servers were running past me looked so damn good! Wings were excellent and you have to get the Brie! It was amazing. read more

The Inishshor - Baked brie and berries. Legit! - Seafood Near Me - Colchester, Connecticut

Delicious, sublime lobster roll on a perfect buttery bun. The boxti was also so tasty! I loved the vibes and the Sinatra radio station. Very satisfying and totally worthwhile detour on our road trip! read more

The Inishshor - Boxti: potato pancakes with smoked salmon and sour cream - Seafood Near Me - Colchester, Connecticut

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After I saw that The Inishshor was voted as having the "Best Lobster Roll in CT," I knew I had to try it! And all I can say is, the people of CT were not wrong! This was LITERALLY the best lobster roll I've ever had in my life! I got mine warm with butter, but they also have them chilled with mayo. They give you 6oz of delicious claw meat served on a perfectly toasted hotdog bun, with just the right amount of melted butter. You also get a side of fries (also delicious) and a side of coleslaw (I wasn't crazy about the coleslaw, but I'm also not a huge fan of coleslaw to begin with). The cost was $36.00 I actually found it strange that a place in Colchester would have the best lobster roll in the state, considering it's not on the shoreline... but nevertheless, they clearly know the secret! As far as the ambiance of the place, it's nothing special. Basically just a bar with some indoor seating, and then they also have picnic tables out on the front sidewalk. The staff were friendly and the service was quick. If you're specifically going for a lobster roll, I'd recommend calling ahead just to make sure they have them, as sometimes they do run out. Overall, a must-try spot in CT! read more

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Tiny seafood spot with amazing appeal of having the best lobster roll in Connecticut! I have to say I'm a lobster roll aficionado and this one went straight to the top of my list! Also the Dublin lawyer- an inventive hybrid between a hot lobster roll and a cheesesteak - was also incredible. This was our first time but won't be our last. What a hidden gem! The servers and chefs were all super welcoming and friendly! Do not miss this place! read more

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Food here is usually great. Im glad they switched the fries to a smaller wedge cut. The old wedge cut was super big and always dry so the smaller ones were MUCH better. read more

I did not, on purpose, visit The Inishor the day after WFSB Channel 3 crowned the 'Shor best Lobster Roll in CT. I've heard people say that the 'Shor has the best Lobster Roll, but I wasn't following the Channel 3 story. So there was an unexpected medium long line out the door to order at 12:15, and a group of customers hovering outside waiting for their orders. As I planned to visit, I wasn't sure I was going to order a lobster roll, or even a sandwich. They have fried seafood as well, and I bet they make a killer Fish and Chips too. Ultimately, I did not exactly order a Lobster Roll, but my sandwich makes me credible on the subject. I ordered "The Dublin Lawyer". Surf and Turf on a Banh Mi roll. It comes with lots of that same butter poached lobster that makes the Hot Roll so popular. It also comes with shaved ribeye. And a whiskey cream sauce that ties it all together. The sandwich is served with fries and coleslaw. If you're going to charge $36 (I get that shelled lobster is expensive btw) for a sandwich, fries and slaw, and then ask people to wait in line for it, you better nail every part. The 'Shor nailed every part. And the staff was remarkably good spirited given the crowd. They managed the orders well too. They came outside, and called my number. I ate at a nearby bench away from the crowd. I loved the sandwich. The lobster tasted fresh and it was tender . The pieces, like claw and knuckle, were substantial and looked great. The shaved ribeye was also high quality. I don't always love alcohol based sauces, but the whiskey cream sauce was mild and rich. The bun was fresh and a good choice for the lobster, steak and sauce delivery system. The 'Shor's fry style is not one you see at a lot of CT's restaurants. It's more of a medium, square cut and is appropriate for something like Fish & Chips. They were terrific. Crispy on the outside. Tender inside. Good temperature and golden brown color. I ordered a side of tartar sauce for dipping. It was homemade, tangy and delicious. The slaw was very good too. The 'Shor has inside counter seating and a few inside tables. There were several umbrella-shades picnic benches outside. The town green is across the way too if you need more space or want a picnic vibe. I can't wait to explore more of the 'Shors' menu. 5 Stars read more

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There's a reason they were voted one of the best lobster rolls in CT. It's because they have one of the best. The lobster tastes amazing and the butter ratio is absolutely perfect. We feasted on it outside in the shade and it's the perfect way to do outdoor dining in Colchester. Their fries are heavenly too, and their staff are so so nice. read more

The Inishshor - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Colchester, Connecticut

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Maybe not quite perfection, but pretty fantastic and I wish I could indicate that this really be 4.5 stars. The staff are wonderful at this small establishment, which has the same owner as the Inishmor just 2 doors down. Unfortunately, there is no cross-ordering between restaurants. Small interior, but we were lucky to find a parking spot out back and a table to accommodate our party inside. Hats off to the chef for commendable lobster rolls and fried chicken sandwich. The burger was pretty good, but I'd recommend ordering one of the other specialties instead. read more

Best hot lobster roll in CT! Nice ambiance as well with bar seats if you want to dine in read more

The Inishshor - Seafood Near Me - Colchester, Connecticut

While the SCALLOPS were amongst the best I've ever had- the rest was truly lacking. Paying close to $80 dollars for a sandwich in which the bread was the star and main ingredient? Well, to say it was an expensive and lackluster disappointment for two is just the truth. Served on cheap paper goods and with very inexpensive very pliable plastic cutlery and tiny crunchy napkins... was an insult. Even our beverages of choice were served in tiny paper cups without the favor of any ice. I'll enclose pictures. Don't bother with wasting your hard earned money - small wonder as to why the place was empty for the duration of our stay, as we ate "in. " I believe there were no dessert options to counter the lacking grub. The very small portion of vinegary slaw, nor the frozen seasoned fries were worth even mentioning, either-except that --IF you DO go, don't go very hungry-and DO get the scallops. But bring along plenty of money even if it's just for a quick lunch bite. read more

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Great seafood. Lobster roll is outstanding. Also had fried scallop dinner, which was great. Small place. It gets busy but the staff is great. Outside picnic tables and limited seating inside. read more

WFSB has a hot lobster roll contest ( none of that out of state mayonnaise stuff, we in CT know what's right), and as the contest goes on, this Inishshor place holds fast in first place. A place I had never even heard of. And Irish? I guess they have seafood in Ireland, but what do I know? Whats up with that??? Lobster landing was number two all the way, but I found Lobster landing lacking, lousy roll would be first on my list, so... the whole thing was SUSPECT! THE IRISH MOB must have been paying off WFSB! I kept voting for Captain Scotts until the contest was over, and Inishshor came in first. SO... I guess it was time to find out the truth. Right down the street from the WFSB number one burger, HARRYS PLACE, who didnt have to pay anybody off, they ARE the number one burger, Inishshor is a hole in the wall next to their other restaurant INISHMORE. So they want me to believe COLCHESTER CT, is the burger AND lobster roll capital of the state???? Aw HELL YAH! They know how to cook a lobster, they know where to buy a good roll, they put enough butter on the thing so you dont need liquid butter on the side for dunking, which I always do, and maybe I will in the future here, but...its fine just the way you get it. Seasoned fries on the side were great, and I'm picky about seasoned fries. Little dinky Cole slaw cup? Yup, that was good too. No they didnt need the Irish mob to buy their way to the top, they are indeed EPIC. Small rustic-ey place, set up like a corner bar inside, but instead of a rack of booze bottles behind the bar counter, it's some guys making lobster rolls for an endless line of folks dropping in. Friendly crew is happy to see you. Eat on the street on a picnic table if you want. Prices are... lobster roll-ish prices. Harrys place and Inishshor within walking distance of each other, thats a deal. Yah... GO THERE. read more

Inishshor is one of my favorite places to dine. The menu has a nice variety of of meals to choose from.

What a great spot to get some lobster rolls. This is a small restaurant with more outside seating than in. The service is very friendly as well. But let's be honest, we came here looking for the lauded lobster rolls, and they didn't disappoint. I just came back from a trip to Maine, and these rolls were better than some I had up there. Generous portions of succulent lobster, overflowing the top cut, butter toasted rolls. The warm lobster was buttery goodness, nothing to see here but bun, lobster, and butter. Perfection, in my opinion. The chilled roll had a plethora of stuff going on, but it was still large lobster chunks underneath it all. All the add-ins didn't overpower or obscure the lobster, which is a real risk. Also served with very tasty fries and coleslaw that's actually worth eating. Bottom line, you can go to Maine for a great roll, or you can just go to the Inishshor and know it's just as good or better. 1st place out of 13 lobster rolls we had in CT this year. read more

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We drove 50 minutes to try the lobster roll after seeing the best lobster roll in CT on WFSB. The lobster roll was amazing!! Buttery roll with a large portion of lobster in it! Every bite was delicious! The lobster grilled cheese was equally delicious. It over flowed with lobster and cheese. It was so worth the drive! They only issue was we went to Inishsmor which was next door and waited over 30 minutes before realizing we were at the pub and not the seafood spot. Fortunately, the taste of the food amase up for it. read more

The Inishshor - Lobster grilled cheese and fries - Seafood Near Me - Colchester, Connecticut

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The good is great. A ton of butter lobster on the lobster roll with the best fries I have ever had. Then one of their specials was a crab and corn chowder that out of this world. Service great, friendly and quick. Know that there is only two tables inside and but several outside. read more

The Inishshor - Hot lobster roll and crab and corn chowder. - Seafood Near Me - Colchester, Connecticut

Excellent service at the bar. Quick and courteous . We had the corned beef Reuben and it was delicious!!!

Crazy that there aren't more reviews, and that the one review here spends most of it's time complaining about paper goods. The Inishor is not inexpensive, but has high quality sea food, and brings a hint of the shore to colchester in great ways, and without requiring a day-long excursion to the shoreline. The scallops, fish, lobster, are all great, the chicken sandwich is one of the best I've ever had in my life (no exaggeration), and the staff is friendly and on the ball. The slaw that accompanies dishes is fresh and well balanced; the fries are from frozen, like almost every other seafood place I've ever been anywhere in my life. They're good. The beverage selection is nice, if not extensive - it's not a bar, it's a seafood shack. Great setup in a very small footprint, with tables and a counter inside, and shaded outdoor seating. Rotating specials round out the menu in great seasonal ways. Well worth a visit if you're anywhere nearby. read more

Just had the cold lobster roll it was outstanding!!! Highly recommend from a hot roll guy

Like many others here today, we wanted to try this place due to hearing they have the best lobster roll according to WFSB viewer poll. While we were there, they ran out of lobster! They sold out within 20 minutes of opening, thankfully we got our order in just the nick of time. We ordered two warm lobster rolls with butter, they came with crispy, flavorful fries. The lobster was tender, buttery and absolutely delicious! Definitely a great lobster roll! read more

Line to order, and they come outside to get you when it's ready, but the town center is quaint, the lobster rolls are delicious, and the menu options unique. Great addition to the local seafood scene. And Harry's is just a block away. read more

Best lobster roll around. Fresh large fried scallops (my favorite) best calamari with their candied jalapeños ... delicious and unique specials. Craft beer and wine / small diner like atmosphere with bar and open concept kitchen... cooked up in front of you. Everything is soooo good! Ask for your food grilled (instead of fried) too and they'll do it! Ask about their Bailey's milkshake!! Yum. Owner has Irish pub next door too! read more

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I went to dinner on a Thursday for the lobster roll special they advertise. It is two lobster rolls for $50. I ordered& when I looked at my receipt I did not get the promo price. I said there must have been a mistake when the girl at the register said no it's a " by mention only special.". I had never heard of this & was told you have to mention it before you order. I received a hot & cold lobster roll. The hot lobster roll was dry- I don't even think there was butter on it. The cold one was good. I feel the "mention" policy is misleading. Needless to say this was my first & last visit! read more