Phenomenal food, generous portions, reasonably priced (especially when compared with some other restaurants in Damariscotta). But most importantly to me, authentically nice people who love what they do and want their guests to be thrilled. We were thrilled, and our dog was very thankful for the large bowl of water and treats. See you all soon! Might be our new favorite spot! read more

As a "Maine girl" opted for traditional roll with melted butter. I'll ask for it without lettuce next time but that was minor and the roll was delicious. Good amount of meat and buttery roll. Comes with a side of Lays and I added a Diet Coke - there are numerous drinks available. Whoopie pies or blueberry pie for dessert. Plenty of tables both inside and out. read more

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Enjoyed the trio lobster rolls and the service! The guy working walked around to make sure everyone was enjoying their food. If you're in Damariscotta I would definitely come here! read more

The Lobster Haul - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

Wanted to try a great lobster role as we weren't thrilled by the attempt at the Portland Head Light... and Karen found a review for The Lobster Haul... oh so thankful. She got the Crabster (half lobster and half crab) - it lasted no time! The crab was sweet and the lobster was awesome. So fresh! I had the Haddock sandwich and clam chowder. Both great but the haddock is freshly delivered and was awesome. Chased with a Belfast Bay, Lobster Ale - it was a great experience. Able to meet the proprietor- Izzy - a wonderful soul. Her passion for fresh and wonderful tasting food was evident in the quality and volume of the servings. A "hidden gem" doesn't adequately describe the experience. A great find just a1/2 block off the beaten path. This is where to go for a great lobster role! read more

The Lobster Haul - Half eaten Crabster before I could get the phone out - was that great! - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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Was looking for a quick eat, and I'm so happy we found this place. The lobster roll was good, perfectly buttered rolls, an average amount of lobster for $26, and it comes with chips. We also tried the blueberry pie, and that was heavenly. $95 for 3 lobster rolls, 2 drinks, and a pie. Pricey when you think about it, but lobster isn't cheap. The lady at the counter was nice and friendly. read more

The Lobster Haul - Blueberry pie - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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Service was fast and friendly Try the 3 lobster roll sampler which has butter, mayo, or cilantro! read more

The Lobster Haul - Lobster roll was excellent and so was the service - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

Good lobster rolls at a fair price. I had the sliders, the regular warm butter one was the best of the three, the two with mayo tasted plain and needed seasoning. Joe had a regular butter one and was happy. We shared a basket of fries which were like McDonald's except no salt. The wait after ordering at the counter seemed long and it didn't seem that busy. Might try a different place before we leave Maine. read more

The Lobster Haul - Lobster sliders-mayo, cilantro lime mayo, and butter - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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Brought out of town visitors for lobster rolls and we weren't disappointed. Decent price, nice outdoor seating (inside also available). I enjoyed the fish & chips, excellent experiewncw read more

Food...Traditional lobster roll and crab/lobster roll with side of cole slaw...delicious! Service outstanding and if you are in Damariscotta or thereabouts... don't hesitate! Reasonably priced and the warm blueberry dessert...melt in your month...another delicious! Outdoor seating on a beautiful Maine day...delicious! Thank you to all at the Lobster Haul...you made our first Maine lunch most memorable. read more

All of the YUM!!! This place. If this place was open tues and wed I would've eaten here 3 days in a row. What a find. Super kind and friendly waitstaff. All of them! Queer o meter a 10 with no hesitation. We got: Lobster dinner - clams, corn, slaw Side fries Grilled cheese sandwich I'll start with the "so so"s the slaw. Yeah that's pretty much it. It wasn't my fav slaw but as always that could be a preference thang. And maybe you can toss in there that the fries could've been a little hotter but they were tasty and a good portion. The grilled cheese, I was informed, was so good. I didn't taste it, I don't like them. But my wife assures me it was yummy. Now for the amazingness! The lobster and steamers were perfectly boiled. Tenders sweet and delish! and the corn was soooo good too. This early in the season, not sure how they pulled that off but I'm glad they did. What a great place. I'd be back in a heartbeat! Thank you for a wonderful time ! Cheers! read more

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Skip the places on the main drag and check out this hidden gem just around the corner. Much less crowded, the food was delicious, and the service was outstanding, especially for a casual lunch spot! Lobster is expensive, everywhere, don't come to Maine without planning to pay for lobster! ;) The warm butter lobster roll here was worth every penny, kids loved their haddock sandwich, haddock tacos, and the fried pickles. I would post a photo of our lunch, except everyone cleaned their plate!! read more

The Lobster Haul - Exterior - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

The minute we walked in to this coastal cozy hidden gem, just a few steps away from the main drag, we were warmly welcomed by two super friendly employees. We checked out the extensive menu that had several choices for lobster rolls. We ended up ordering a jumbo traditional lobster roll with butter, and a cup of lobster stew. They split the stew into two cups for us which was nice! The lobster roll was by far the best lobster we had on our trip to Maine. The lobster was fresh, tender, and loaded into a toasty bun and drizzled in delicious butter. The stew was full of lobster and perfectly creamy and brothy. We enjoyed our food inside, which had plenty of seating, on a rainy, chilly fall afternoon. There was outside seating available as well. Highly recommend this spot as an alternative to some of the more popular, frequented lobster stops along the way between Portland and Acadia. read more

The Lobster Haul - Menu showing the lobster roll varieties - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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OH. MY. GOD. From the start, the service was outstanding! The people working there were so welcoming and sweet! We had the haddock fish and chips. The breading was thin, the fish was fresh and cooked to perfection! We also ordered the Crabster and the Lime Cilantro Lobster roll and both of them were TO DIE FOR. Out of the many lobster rolls we tried here in Maine, these were definitely one of the best! The blueberry bread pudding with the lemon glaze was absolutely delicious- not too sweet, warm and gooey! If I could give this place more than 5 stars I WOULD! Thank you so much for the amazing culinary experience and if you still have doubt about this place- DONT! You won't regret it! We will be back FOR SURE. read more

It was amazing. The lobster roll was on point and the blueberry bread was outstanding! It was worth the trip

We are here several times during pumpkin fest weekend and everything was fantastic. Crab rolls, lobster rolls, options for the kids.

My wife and I were on a week long road trip to Maine and we stopped at The Lobster Haul and out of the 9 lobster rolls I had on the trip, this was by far the best. The lobster was so fresh and flavorful. Oh..To die for! I got a can of IPA and we took my roll out to the back picnic tables and savored every bite. The owner actually came out to talk with us and he was super cool and he said he and his friends get fresh lobsters every day. The lobster is overflowing from the reasonably priced lobster roll. It really is the best I have ever had. Must try. Perfect stop for lunch on a Maine road trip. read more

The Lobster Haul - Had 9 lobster rolls on our trip to Maine. Lobster Haul was the best by far. Great owner guy too says he and his friends catch the lobsters. - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

Stopped in on a ride up the coast after a visit to the Frances Perkins Homestead National Monument. The lobster slider sampler was so good - 3 rolls-traditional, butter, and a cilantro lime that was a refreshing change from the usual! But the star of the show was the fried clams. Hands down the best fried clams I've had in 60 years of eating them all over the New England Coast. You order at the counter and can sit in or out, and the staff was just the right amount of friendly. Go here! read more

We were looking for a no frills lobster roll place that wasn't super crowded. So we stopped by this place e around 2pm. We've heard of Red's lobster rolls which are really popular but we didn't want to wait on a long line. The Lobster Haul is a small lobster roll place that has fried fish, clams, steamed whole lobster and crab too. I really wanted to try the crab & lobster roll with 1/2 crab and 1/2 lobster but they were out of it. So instead we went with the cilantro-lime lobster roll, a basket of fries, and a can of beer. Came to around $38 at the time we visited August 11th. The food was ready in about 10 mins, the lobster roll tasted really fresh and really flavorful. The fries were fresh and piping hot. The Rising Tide Spinnaker beer had a light refreshing flavor. Would definatly come again. This place was really laid back, casual and delicious!!! 10/10 would recommend. read more

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Bottom Line: Super friendly staff and tender lobster rolls. My husband and I were hangry from a longer than anticipated road trip and not being willing to settle for anything less than a stellar lobster roll we stopped at The Lobster Haul for a late lunch. We were so thankful that they were still open approaching 3pm. The staff was very welcoming and conversational. We ordered two cold lobster rolls with lightly dressed and very tender lobster. The rolls were delicious and reasonably priced for the high quality. The interior of the restaurant is quaint with some neat historic photos of the area. Since the weather was good we sat outside and enjoyed the quietness of the Damariscotta side street and we appreciated all of the planters with freshly planted annuals. We parked a block or so away but they do have parking on site which is convenient. read more

The Lobster Haul - Delicious lobstah roll. Super tender lobster. - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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Nice staff run the place. Decent price for a delicious lobster role with complimenting steamers and an ice cold beer. The place is slightly off the beaten path in the heart of Damariscota. Lobster with butter always gets my vote. And they do the mayo option as well. Enjoy! read more

I really enjoyed coming to the Lobster Haul. The service is very friendly, the food came out fast, the environment is cozy with 60s pop music. It's a little up the street from the main street, so even though it was a weekend afternoon, it was not crowded. We had slider combos. The regular slider selection has hot buttered, cold mayo, and the lime cilantro. The hot butter was delicious and highlighted the pure sweet lobster, while the lime cilantro was surprisingly fresh itself. The cold mayo was not over dressed so you still were able to experience the lobster. We also got lemon dill, Crabster (1/2 crab, 1/2 lobster), and BLT rolls as sliders. While the crabster was also amazing, with the crab and lobster complimenting each other while both stood on their own, we felt the dill and bacon rode front and center on their respective rolls. Ranking would go 1. Hot 2. Crabster 3. Lime cilantro 4. Cold mayo 5. Lemon dill 6. BLT. Overall, I highly recommend visiting and supporting this establishment. read more

The Lobster Haul - Top to bottom: hot buttered, lime cilantro, cold mayo sliders - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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I cannot believe I forgot to review this place last fall. We spent a week in Maine and we tried a LOT of lobster and a lot of lobster rolls; this place, by far, was the absolute BEST lobster roll and strew we found...by a long shot. I had the three lobster sliders so i could try each one...the warm butter, mayonnaise, and the cilantro lime. I would like to say I stopped there, but nope...I went back for a regular size warm butter roll. Dear gracious it was SO dang good! My husband went straight for the jumbo roll and had the mayonnaise version. It was STUFFED with lobster. Like mine, the bread was so good and perfectly toasted, and the buttery FRESH lobster melted in our mouths. We still talk about it, that is how much we enjoyed it. The stew was chocked FULL of lobster and had a very rich and buttery cream sauce. We both commented on how simple it looked, but that it packed one hell of a punch in the flavor department. It was a beautiful fall day, and we sat outside...us Texans love it when the temperature is under 158 degrees. ;-) The people who worked there were extremely friendly and we had fun chatting with them and asking tourist-y questions. We simply cannot wait to make another trip to Maine and this place will be on our list of return visits. read more

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Was very hopeful but poor service, and a rip off. Hardly any lobster in the "lobster" taco.

Absolutely delicious!! The lobster roll was perfection. The service and ambiance are both very friendly and nice. Definitely enjoy this fabulous place. read more

One of the best warm butter lobster rolls I've ever had! Super fresh lobster that was perfectly cooked. Can't ask for better than that. The fried pickles were also delicious and if you are in the mood for something sweet, the blueberry bread pudding was unbelievable. Super nice staff, and a comfortable, quiet setting. Highly prefer the lobster haul over some of the busier lobster options nearby. read more

Delicious, freshest, order the whole menu! Amazing lobster rolls and great fried haddock!

We live in two tourist towns, so the idea of finding good food in a town like Damariscotta was speculative at best. After trying one of the local hot spots on our first attempt (eh), we wandered into the Lobster Haul during what would become a busy lunch on the first day of Pumpikin Festival (who knew.) In short. Wow! After suffering through so many bs. lobster rolls at so many blase crap spots what a breath of fresh air this place was. Especially the people, the young couple who own the place were behind the counter and awesome. Felt more like an afternoon lunch at your Maine mom's house than a tourist spot. Just spot on. I don't give many 5 stars to anyone but a restaurant that defines its existence. This place does that in spades. The steamers were the best I've ever had and the crab and lobster roll was a welcome balance after days of lobster only crap at $45 a pop. Had the fried whole bellies and just perfect combo of super light breading and barely cooked beauties. I'm a food prick who is fortunate enought to eat across the country at many Michelin stars and this was the best meal I had in Maine on 2 or 3 levels. Go without hesitation. BTW, I'm the asshole who's rental truck ended up F'ing your parking, but check and more on the way! (sorry) If you want to complete your MaIne experience and be able to tell your friends you ate a really great meal, this is the SPOT! Wish I could go every day and maybe next summer - who knows! read more

The food here is excellent! My husband and I order the lobster and crab tacos as well as some haddock chowder. We ate everything. The tacos are served on corn tortillas. The soup was delcious and not too thick and heavy like a lot of chowders. read more

Best lobster rolls I've ever had! Hands down and yes I've eaten many over the years. I had the traditional and my fiend had the jumbo. Both of us were wow!!! They taste like they caught the lobster themselves that morning. The pickles are also fantastic!! We are around 1:30pm on a Sunday on and it wasn't busy at all. Took about 10 minutes to get our food. The place is clean and staff super friendly. read more

The Lobster Haul - Traditional lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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The Crabster was ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!! Lobster + crab=the perfect combo!! And Old Bay fries complemented it nicely! Not pictured is the dessert, warm blueberry bread pudding with lemon sauce. Amazing!! Fav meal of our week in Maine read more

The Lobster Haul - The Crabster - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

So glad we found this place on Yelp and stopped for lunch! The service is excellent and everyone who works here is incredibly warm and hospitable. We tried the lobster roll tasters and all three rolls were delicious. Such a fun way to try different variations. We also treated ourselves to their great thin fries. The place is impeccably clean and we enjoyed eating on the cozy outdoor terrace-so relaxing. They even provided fresh water and dog treats to our puppy. We'll be back for sure! read more

Cute little place with outdoor seating option. Great counter service! Delicious haddock tacos. Several options for lobster rolls- tried the sliders 3 different flavors - butter, lemon dill and spicy each one was delicious. read more

This is what Maine is all about. Pitch perfect coastal seafood on a random side street in a quaint town. You just can't beat it.

Perfect lunch in Damariscotta. We had the lobster rolls. And the little one had grilled cheese. Lobster was perfectly cooked. One of the best I've ever had. My youngest is very particular about his grilled cheese and liked it. Service was excellent and friendly. Good selection of wine and beers. Nice area outside with picnic tables to enjoy your meal. Highly recommend it. read more

The Lobster Haul - a red building with white shutters - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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Perfect spot for a casual lunch. Delicious lobster rolls and French fries. Lobster Roll read more

The Lobster Haul - Restaurant - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

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The lobster rolls were amazing, service was fast and friendly, and the location is quaint and clean.

Super nice owners. Nice selection of lobster roll. Great music. CLEAN place. I had the trip since I couldn't decide. The hubby got the jumbo with butter. Very tasty! read more

The Lobster Haul - The menu - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

The Lobster Haul is a block off of Main Street, but the extra steps from the charming shops are well worth it if you value perfectly cooked high quality food. Highly recommend! read more

We had lunch at The Lobster Haul yesterday, and the rolls were delicious. Two of us had the sliders; we both had lime-cilantro & lemon-dill, then my daughter had a butter while I had a Mayo. Our friends had full-size rolls, & all were happy. They had a salad which looked very fresh& nice, & coleslaw they said was good. I didn't care for the blueberry pie, which tasted of something else--cinnamon?--& the crust didn't take well to the microwaved reheating. But we will return for the rolls, for sure. Might do a full lemon-dill next time! I cannot eat any dairy, & the staff was very aware & forward-thinking. They said upfront, when I said "absolutely no dairy of any kind," that they wouldn't butter the bread for my rolls. That kind of attention is worth a lot! The entire dining area was super clean, as was the bathroom. It's only the second time we've eaten inside since the pandemic (& only bc it was raining), & the tables were well spaced, the screen door was open, & the ceiling fan was going. As soon as the rain stopped, staff was outside drying off tables & chairs. read more

The Lobster Haul - Lobster roll sliders. - Seafood Near Me - Damariscotta, Maine

Every.component.was.outstanding. It is rare for me to experience a meal where every element was spot on. The lobster was tender, succulent and plump. Albeit the portion was not massive like other reviews, I will forgive that as I arrived late after lunch and it was the day of the Pemaquid Oyster Festival so hordes of people probably beat me to my share ;) But even the roll was fluffy and delicious (certainly not a distracting after thought), and they were thoughtful to add just a few crisp lettuce leaves under the lobster to add some textural interest. Even the pickle wedge was pristine, snappy and perfectly salty-tangy. The fried haddock in the fish and chips was moist and slightly flaky, french fries were delectable and that tartar sauce... o.m.g. That pulled it together. The slaw, once again... lightly dressed. Crispy vegetables. Just to reset your palate every so often. Shoot, even the lemons were sweet enough to eat after the meal. Yes, I shall be back, if not to just claim the rest of my lobstah...(JK :) Thank you for representing with a wicked contender for Lobster Rolls in Damariscotta! read more

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