Lobster time! Stopped by for a yummy seafood dinner! I was craving lobster and my boyfriend and I decided to try this cute restaurant. The place is super cozy and after we ordered at the counter we found a nice table by the window. The food came out nice and hot and looked amazing! The lobster tasted fresh and it was nice and crunchy as I cracked every piece of the shell to get to the meaty parts. The corn on the cob was cooked perfectly and I was pretty stuffed by the end of the meal. Such a great lobster spot! Highly recommend! read more

The Lobster Shack - Boiled lobster - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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Waited in line for about 15 minutes for our party of 2 on a busy September weekend. That felt like a win, when other lines and restaurant waits seemed longer. When it was finally our turn to enter the establishment, we were directed right to the counter to place our order. I wasn't quite ready as I was expecting table service, but I can roll with it... just felt a little awkward having to scan the menu so quickly. It was a bit odd to see 5 vacant tables when the line was 15 people out the door, but okay... again, they must have a system. Order came out shortly, no issues. Food was great! Deducted 1 Star because the bathroom was pretty sub par and didn't have a mirror. Great place to take a break and take in some local seafood in Perkins Cove. read more

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Footbridge lobster vs Lobster Shack review Location: Footbridge lobster is located right next door to Lobster shack right by the footbridge. Seating: Footbridge js TAKE OUT ONLY with a big window you walk up to order and pickup. There are some benches nearby you might get lucky or you can stand by the bridge and eat. Lobster shack has seating and bathrooms. Price: On a Monday post lunch hour, I ordered the Lobster roll with clam chowder soup. Foot bridge is cheaper if you buy the combo outside of the lunch special hour compared to lobster shack. If you buy during lunch hour, they both are about similar in pricing. FOOD: The biggest difference between the two was TEXTURE. Footbridge offered a bouncy/chewier texture while Lobster Shack offered a softer easier to pull apart lobster. Secondly, the bread is slightly smaller at footbridge but the meat is 5oz almost singular piece versus lobster rolls multiple smaller pieces. Clam chowder was similar in the sense that footbridge had a thicker milkier consistency like most New England clam chowder while Lobster shack had more meat/substance but thinner liquid base with a somewhat coconut type taste. Both lobsters and clam chowder are unique and tasty in their own way and all boils down to preference. At this moment in time, I prefer footbridge for the lobster roll and the clam chowder at lobster shack. If I went outside of lunch hour, footbridge will be my go to for the slightly better price and less broken down pieces of lobster. If you don't like to chew - lobster shack read more

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A casual restaurant to go for some seafood right in Perkins Cove. You order right at the counter and they serve you your food after. There are sauces and napkins to grab and a sink to wash your hands. The staff were all really nice and helpful. They were patient and when we wanted to order more we just added onto the order to pay later instead of making us wait in line. We got the large Clam Chowder and this was pretty watery. Not the best, wouldn't recommend ordering that. We got Steamers, these were nice, clean and sweet. We got the Lobster Roll made with mayo instead of butter and they made this pretty well, not watery at all. The Lobster BLT was probably the favorite. It has the perfect ratio. We also got the Fish Tacos which were on corn tortillas which are typically not my favorite. The tacos themselves were not that flavorful, which is had a spicy factor but with a little Tabasco sauce it was fine. read more

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When in Maine one must try the clam chowder and lobster roll and The Lobster Shack did not disappoint on either one of these. We were lucky enough to not have to wait more than 15 minutes to snag a table. Counter service, but food came quickly after ordering. The interior felt just the way you'd expect it to. The lobster roll was served cold but with big pieces of lobster. Make sure to get it with both the mayo and the hot butter. The clam chowder was delicious. A complete different take on any clam chowder I've had before. Much thinner but with more dill and flavor. So good. A must try when you're in Perkins Cove. read more

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Grabbed a cup of seafood chowder and it was filled with clams, fish, and potato chunks and very flavorful. I prefer thinner chowder with more clean seafood flavor that isn't masked by flour thickener, so this hit all the marks for me. It was a bit pricey but worth it. Service was super fast (no line like footbridge lobster) and friendly. I got it to go since it was beautiful outside. read more

Our family loved our visit. It's a classic little spot in Perkins Cove, located right across from the water, so you can enjoy the ocean view while you eat at the outdoor picnic-style seating. It has that casual, coastal Maine feel that makes you want to linger. I ordered the cold lobster roll, which was generously filled and came with their homemade chips everything tasted very fresh and perfectly seasoned. I also had the clam chowder, which was rich, comforting, and full of flavor. My husband chose the lobster dinner with french fries and coleslaw and really enjoyed it, especially the freshness of the lobster. Our kids were just as happy with their meals. My daughter got the mayo-based lobster roll, which she loved, and my son ordered the fried clam strips with fries, which disappeared quickly from his plate. Overall, every dish we tried was very good, and the setting by the ocean made it a memorable meal for our whole family. read more

The Lobster Shack - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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We stopped for a quick lunch here. My Mom and Sister each got a lobster roll and some chowder. I am not into lobster, but got the lobster bisque. We drove down the road a bit and sat at some picnic tables overlooking the harbor to dine. It was really windy, but I was happy with my bisque. They threw in a lobster roll bun for me at the last minute and that really was appreciated. It was so good and this might be the best way for me to enjoy lobster. The service is quick and the line backs up so you had better know what you want when you get to the front. The gals were efficient and friendly, what more could you ask for? Would definitely be back to enjoy this bisque again. read more

The Lobster Shack - Lobster Bisque and roll. - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Huge fan of this place, very casual sit down lobster shack, order from the counter and fine a seat inside Whole lobster - was $25/lb and came with some not great coleslaw and good potato salad. The lobster was cooked perfectly and fresh - pulled from the tank and cooked. Lobster Soup - worth every penny; it must have had an entire lobster worth of meat in it Caesar salad - probably overdressed, but the dressing was delicious and had generous amount of parm Hot dog - no feedback, my kids made me order it because they were hungry and then decided they weren't hungry after. Very friendly and attentive staff. read more

Best lobster roll for $32. Got butter and mayo. Worth the drive. Has good portion of meat but could be more. read more

The Lobster Shack - Outside - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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Cute, quaint tourist trap. The food was greasy the chowder tastes like it's out of a can. There is no service you pay as you order. Next time we'll go next door to the Footbridge window. Their food looked much better. Yes, you have to eat where you can outside but the customers looked happier. read more

This place rules. When you walk the marginal way to Perkins cove (which you should definitely do!) and get a little hot and sweaty hoping around the tidal pools, you'll be thrilled when you arrive at the Lobster Shack. The host at the door hyped us up and the experience did not disappoint. A delicious lobster roll and chowder lunch special plus an ice cold soda inside a charming little dining room. This place is the real deal among many tourist traps. Best lobster roll I've ever had and it was biggggg too. read more

Still a 5 out of 5. Here every year with family. Service is always great. We will keep coming back for years. read more

The Lobster Shack - Inside. - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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Parking can be a bit of a challenge, especially during peak season. It's on the pricier side for something marketed as a "shack," but given how touristy the place is, it's somewhat expected. We've had quite a few lobster rolls during our East Coast trip, and honestly, the one here wasn't the best. The clam chowder that came with the meal was more watery than we're used to--not bad, just different. The lobster stew had generous chunks of meat, but the cup was tiny and tasted mostly like cream. There's plenty of indoor seating, which is nice, but when things get busy, the staff seemed a bit overwhelmed and not the most patient. Overall, a decent stop if you're nearby, but probably not worth going out of the way for. read more

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We visit Ogunquit yearly and were in OGT for a long Independence Day weekend. Our usual plan is to grab a lobster roll or two from next door for while we walk around the cove but there was a (ridiculously) long line. Instead, we sat down in the AC here and enjoyed a couple beers, twin lobsters, and lobster roll and chowder lunch special. We made the right choice here. We Loved it! The food was fresh, cooked well and the roll was full of sweet, succulent lobster. Now we have a new spot!! We actually returned here for one more roll before we left town. read more

The Lobster Shack - Lobster roll is overflowing and came w chowder! The twin lobsters were fresh, sweet and well cooked. - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Walked along shore path to get here and was rewarded with an incredible lobster roll. Service was minimal but we didn't feel neglected. Ambiance is very cafeteria-feeling but not in a sterile way. Lovely spot. Will return. read more

Quick service! Lobster rolls are 32$ each!! its pretty normal for it to be expensive.. but the portions were a bit smaller than what we had earlier in Boston for the same price.. Tasted good with beer.. read more

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The food is absolutely amazing!! The service is top notch as well! And can't beat seafood from Maine!! Only the best lobstahs!!!

After a day of sightseeing in beautiful Ogunquit, we decided to pull over at Lobster Shack in Perkins Cove--and I am so glad we did. We've been eating our way from Boston up through Portland, and this ended up being the absolute best lobster roll of the entire trip. The Main Event: * The Lobster Roll: The portion size is fantastic; they definitely do not skimp on the meat. The lobster was incredibly fresh, the temperature was perfect, and it was served on a beautifully toasted bun. It's a "perfect bite" kind of roll that I'm still thinking about days later. * Clam Chowder: We also tried the chowder, which was hot, creamy, and very tasty--a great starter, but the lobster roll is the true star here. The Experience: It's rustic, authentic, and exactly what you want a lobster shack to be. The staff is friendly, and it's a great, casual spot to hit after walking the Marginal Way. The Verdict: If you only have one lobster roll while in Ogunquit, make it this one. High quality, generous portions, and a great atmosphere. We'll be dreaming about this meal until our next trip North! read more

This was everything our group was looking for! Great lobster rolls and chowder! Family run! Fabulously Maine rustic inside! Nice and cool inside on a hot day! Five stars! read more

Everything about this place was spot on! We arrived close to 6pm on a Friday night with 9 in our party and there was no wait! The tables turn fairly quickly as your order at the counter and your food is delivered to the table you select. They have large picnic tables, so table sharing is easy if needed. Beer selection was good. Food selection was great and prices for a tourist area were reasonable. We all loved what we ordered. Very tasty and well prepared. Staff is very friendly and helpful. We'd go back if we return to the area. read more

I'm not the biggest lobster roll fan, as I find that they often don't have much flavor for the cost, but I figured while visiting Ogunquit it was a must-have. The Lobster Shack was running a $32 lunch special including a lobster roll and a cup of clam chowder, so I ordered it to-go and took it down by the water. The lobster roll was GREAT. A huge amount of lobster, nice crisp on the roll, and good flavor. The clam chowder was decent and did the job, but I've definitely had better. It was pretty thin and had a lot of oil. If I returned, I'd skip the chowder and just go with the roll. Service was fast for my to-go order even despite the line down the street at lunchtime. Definitely recommend parking outside Perkins Cove and walking down to it, since you're unlikely to find parking near any of the businesses in the cove itself. read more

The Lobster Shack - Lobster roll and clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Serving up all things Lobster in a cozy haunt. Located at Perkins cove Ogunquit , we walked into this tiny little spot and we paid upfront to order our meal. We ordered the Lobster roll & Lobster stew .The service was was prompt and the food came out quick. The Roll was quite small and didn't have enough lobster meat to share. Lobster Stew tasted good with chunks of lobster meat . While lobster is pricey , our meal didn't offer much value for money given the size and quantity. Ordering your own meal would be a wise idea. This is one of those local joints to try to support a local family run business. read more

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Yeah man this place was great! It was literally a shack but don't let that fool you the food was great and the service was on same level. Locals told ya this was the place and they were right there was so much lobster it was crazy. read more

This is my family's go to stop in Perkins Cove. We make annual summer trips up to Maine just for a nice walk through Ogunquit and a scrumptious meal at The Lobster Shack. You will not be disappointed by anything on their menu, but I always stick to my usual - a lobster roll combo with seafood chowder. The lobster rolls are filled with fat chunks of fresh Maine lobster - not like other lobster rolls that only contain small pieces of lobster claw meat. The interior is simple with bench style tables and you order at the front before sitting down. There usually line out the door but the wait is worth it. I've also taken my meal to go and just sat outside on a bench or a picnic table. read more

The Lobster Shack - Lobster roll combo - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Quick, friendly service. Very good clam chowder and excellent lobster roll. Hard to believe anyone could eat a double!

My family and I came here based on a recommendation from a reliable friend. There were two lines based on if you wanted take out or dine in. We opted for the dine in which took about 15-20 min wait but wasn't a problem since we had to decide what we wanted before walking in. They take your order immediately in which they bring the food directly to your table. It took them less than 10 minutes to prepare everything. The chowder bowl was tasty, filled with potatoes and seafood. But it's more of a soup than a chowder since the viscosity isn't there. The steamers were fresh and purged well while the lobster was sweet and the perfect amount of salty. My mom enjoyed her crab roll which was well stuffed with a side of potato chips and a briny pickle. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal and felt the wait was well worth it. The staff were super kind from beginning to the end. The location poises you for a great view of the water and the boats. Would come again to enjoy the New England atmosphere. read more

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Tried several lobster rolls in Ogunquit and Kennebunkport, and this one was by far the best. Doesn't even compare to its neighbor Footbridge! read more

Came here the day after trying the lobster roll at Bite into Maine so maybe my standards were too high. Just found the roll here to be okay. The lobster itself wasn't very flavorful. It was priced a few dollars cheaper at $28 Added a clam chowder for $4 (lunch combo). I enjoyed it but not it's not the creamy style. We arrived at opening so there's no wait. But it did get busy. Note it's right in the middle of the touristy area so parking can be tough and expensive. We lucked out because we had just walked the olgunquit narrow and got a free spot at the other end. Did an easy and beautiful 15min walk to get here. And then walked off a few fries on the way back. read more

The Lobster Shack - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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The lobster rolls we great and Fries too also came with coleslaw and that was good too Fast service and very clean. Not too many people in Restraunt when we went in. read more

Classic spot at the end of Perkins Cove. Excellent seafood and great service, and an especially lovely version of New England clam chowder (with fresh herbs). What's not to love? read more

Really good lobster roll, fairly good chowder. Their lunch special makes it affordable Lobster shack ambience as per the name. Terrible parking options though. Short wait and nice staff. read more

I have a hard time giving a 5 star review to a place that has the word "shack" in it but, you know what, the Lobster Shack in Ogunquit Maine is the real deal!!! And it is in fact in a shack. Honestly, how this building survives the next Nor'Easter is beyond me! You can tell the tiny building is old and probably held together with spit & glue ( that was NOT an appetizing reference but you get the picture). It's like walking back into time 20 or 30 years. But the sautéed - not fried - haddock sandwich was a game changer for me. First of all, there was so much fish on that sandwich!!! HUGE SERVING!!! And the flavor was outstanding! I could just tell that my haddock had been enjoying an Atlantic Ocean swim that morning (or at least the day before). That sandwich was so good! The bun was soft but strong. The tartar sauce was tangy but not overpowering. This place knows how to cook fish! Okay so I had to wait ten or fifteen minutes to get it - SO WHAT - it was cooked right in front of me after I ordered and, in the meantime, I enjoyed my spouse and the pounding surf a short walk away. I LOVED IT, And the staff from the cash register guy to the servers are Maine's finest! I'm not sure what this place is like in the summer when the crowds descend. But today was cold and windy and there wasn't an open table to be found! Run don't walk to Ogunquit's Lobster Shack! You will be very glad you did! read more

Great little find! Rustic building but cozy. The lobster roll was delicious. Staff very friendly. Kinda pricey but worth it! read more

The Lobster Shack - Lobster roll with chips - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

While staying adjacent to Perkins Cove, I had to get my fill of lobster rolls, so I switched it up and purchased a cold lobster roll from the Lobster Shack. The roll had a good amount of lobster. I just wish that outside of mayo they seasoned their lobster rolls. I used salt & pepper to give it some flavor, but it would have been next level if there was some chopped onion and celery in there. read more

The Lobster Shack - Cold Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

Best kept secret on Cape Cod. Great food. Fast service. Friendly staff. Simply amazing just after you get on the Cape.

Absolutely outstanding! Excellent service and the best lobster roll I've ever had. This place is a must visit in Ogunquit.

Had the chowder and lobster stew and they were both delicious. We got it to go so didn't end up staying but the atmosphere great. The service was quick, efficient and very friendly! read more

I cannot say enough good things about this place! Make sure you have your full party or they won't really let you in, but feel free to look at a menu while you're waiting for the rest of your party. Order at the counter and grab an empty table, and the pleasant staff will come deliver your food! Place is super cozy. I cannot believe what a good deal the twin lobster lunch special was. Two one pound lobsters for $24! We ordered so many and devoured them. So fresh and so tasty. Lobster roll had some of the most amazing lobster meat I've ever had but definitely missed on the bread portion. Was hoping for a tastier bread. But either way, highly recommend if you're in the area. Beware of parking in the area, Perkins cove parking is usually very crowded. read more

The Lobster Shack - Twin lobster lunch special - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine

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This is the lobster roll i still dream about. On our trip to Maine we ate several lobster rolls and this is the one that stood out from the rest. Perfectly cooked, tender lobster, a touch of mayo, and a buttered and toasted roll. Perfection. The portions are very generous too! From the outside the shack seems fairly unassuming. The staff are friendly, polite, and quick. I highly recommend the lobster shack! read more

The Lobster Shack - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Ogunquit, Maine