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    Abbott's Lobster In the Rough

    3.4 (866 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Desserts
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Adelyn L.

    Very solid seafood stop in CT. One of the better ones we had - this is probably our second time here and quality has not dropped. Lobster roll is filled with lobster and not skimpy. Clam chowder thick with plentiful of potatoes and clams. Oysters were small but so fresh and had a sweet aftertaste. The only thing I didn't love is the crab cakes which could be better IMO. I also love the outdoor seating - you have a choice in the shades under the tent or near the waters. Either choices give off a chill calming vibe.

    Lobster rolls hot
    Audrey L.

    Giving it three stars for the vibes but the food is 2. They call their lobster roll and roll and it comes on a hamburger bun I could buy at a grocery store. It's not even butter which I do fear is a main component of a lobster roll. Nice outdoor seating though with picnic tables right on the water. Also have lots of other stuff on the menu. Corn also can not shucked which was kinda weird

    One piece of green lettuce in a sea of browned lettuce bones.
    Cecilia F.

    We drove out of the way from Massachusetts and were woefully disappointed. The famous lobster roll is closer to a lobster slider, very different than what is advertised as "The best of Connecticut". While disappointed with the size, the lobster was tender but was not served hot- closer to room temp. The kids' pasta was served with moldy parmesan, the 'street corn' was just roasted corn topped with chipotle mayo (that's it, no cotija cheese, no cilantro, just mayo) and the salad had 1 piece of green lettuce on top to disguise the browned pieces of white iceberg lettuce underneath. Spending over $150 and leaving hungry was quite a let down.

    Mary R.

    I came here because the location is great, right on the water. Ordering process was simple and easy. Prices were average. There isn't many options of non-seafood items. (For those that don't eat seafood like me). I did the short rib tacos for 14.00. They were amazing but only came with two. Corn was bland and not really good. Kids pasta was bland. Lobster roll was great, mussels were ok. Overall the place is ok, location is nice food is just ok.

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    Antony A.

    Awesome venue, so cool seeing all the history if the place. And they have a very fun menu. Service was super nice, but a hair slow. The lobster roll i got was very average. Nice and buttery. But for 30 bucks i would hope for more then gritty lobster and a store bought hamburger bun. It's worth a one time visit for the history. But save yourself a little dough and just get the bisque.

    Ivana F.

    What an amazing Sunday Funday! After going on a sailboat tour with Sound Sails, we were lucky enough to be walking distance from the parking lot to stop at Abbotts for their famous lobster rolls. A group of 6 of us were celebrating a friend's birthday and this was the perfect outing to enjoy the beautiful weather, yummy food, and good times together outside. There were tents for shade and tables out by the water with the lovely view of all the boats pulling in and out of the bay. The menu is big and easy to read right when you walk up to the lobster shack house. We had no wait and went right up to the counter to order our food. The food came out fairly quick too which was a plus! The lobster was fresh and delicious! We ate, drank and enjoyed the gorgeous day! There was no rush and they had plenty of seating so it made for a great relaxing day! I saw they had a separate area to order dessert but didn't get to try it, so I'm excited to head back soon and also try their sister restaurant, Costello's clam shack right next door!

    Frank C.

    No doubt this is one of the best lobster roll I had, albeit a bit small. So I chip in another clam chowder to make it a full meal. Love the ambiance, while I can look at the shore while having my roll - a perfect summer day.

    Looking from dining on the dock back towards Abbot's.
    Odysseus C.

    Still our favorite after all these years. I have been craving their New England Clam Chowder for several years and have tried other substitutes but no one else could match. Maybe its the sitting waterside on the weather worn pier where their boat delivers daily, or the friendliness that comes from a well loved and established local family business, but something brings it all home to me and makes me love this place. Of course the clam chowder is great but so is my other favorite, the hot lobster roll. Add a side of crab cakes or oysters, a sunny spring day and a light breeze; ahhh what could be better!?! They've streamlined service over the years and I'm sure from necessity added seating. On our particular visit the food came quicker than expected and was piping hot.

    Steph B.

    Abbotts is the iconic lobster shack the Mystic River area. Sitting at the mouth of the river in historic Noank, CT., Abbotts has served what most be millions of these crustaceans to people visiting Mystic. Everyday fresh lobster is from pots in Fishers Island and Long Island Sound find their way to Abbott's dock. Make sure you try a few!

    Famous Hot Lobster Roll
    Destinee R.

    Stopped here for the first time today to try the lobster roll, and unfortunately, I was disappointed. The "world-famous lobster roll" was served on what looked like a small sesame burger bun, which wasn't what I expected. While it was generously filled with lobster, it lacked flavor overall. Considering how expensive lobster rolls are, I expected a much better experience. We were also told because we ordered take out we could not sit anywhere on the property. Sadly, we won't be coming back.

    Anita V.

    The lobster, the scenery, the service, it's a vibe! This is my 3rd time returning & it's a must for every year, my opinion.

    New England Seafood Feast, A Juicy Premium Grade Hot Dog On A Bun
    Rachel G.

    I've been going to Abbott's since I was a kid every time my family visited Mystic. It is the quintessential New England seafood shack. Even after all these years, Abbott's is still one of the best seafood restaurants I've been to. Obviously, the New England Lobster Feast is a must. The lobster is cooked perfectly as well as the steamers. The chowder is light and a great start to the meal. Don't pass over the tuna salad roll! Still my favorite tuna salad. It is magic. The great view and amazing food is a perfect stop when in Mystic.

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    If you're going for the views, it's a 5. If you're going for the food, it's a 1. Lettuce in my "wedge" salad was chopped and limp. Bacon seemed fake. Salad had more temperature than my tacos. Lobster was pretty but tasteless. Corn was ok. Best food item was the Ruffles chips. The view was great though.

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    Really lobster that's the only thing I've had but I don't like how your number asked me call and you have to go up and get it

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    Great price great food, lots of spaces to sit. Doesn't serve alcohol. Great ambiance on the water

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    Ask the Community - Abbott's Lobster In the Rough

    Are there any gluten free options?

    None I could see. I took my lobster off the little round bun and there is so little you'll need to order more than a lobster roll. I should have read the reviews to this place. Great iconic atmosphere but bad food and I rarely can say a meal was… 

    Are dogs allowed?

    yes, dogs are allowed

    How much $ is the lol lobster roll?

    Market price as of this past weekend was $51 when I was there. It's a full pound of lobster meat.… 

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    Came back two years later and I was also able to swing by during their happy hour where they had $1…read moreoysters. It was unfortunately very slow to get the order in. The waitress took about 20 mins to get to our table right before happy hour ended, even though it was not busy at all. The oysters were big and tasted really good! The main dish came out in another 25 mins and it was good, but not as good as I last remembered. Overall the happy hour oysters are a great deal. The mains dishes were a little more overpriced for what you get. Staff and service was unfortunately very slow. Not disappointed with the experience, but expected a little bit more from this place. Food(50%): 7.7 Staff/service(25%): 4.0 Value(25%): 5.0 Overall: 6.1/10

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    We hustled over here and arrived at 8:25p! The server welcomed us and glady took us in even with a…read more9pm closing time. We ordered the spinach strawberry salad, fried calamari and coconut curry mussels. We were fine with everything coming out together and it did! We had to dig into the calamari first and it was amazing! The breaded is incredibly light and crispy at the same time. A very tender batter. Fresh calamari and sweet and hot peppers was delightful with a hint of heat. House made tomato sauce for dipping was tangy and sweet. The mussels were steaming hot for a while too. The coconut and curry were light, the mussels perfectly cooked and cleaned. Yes, it matters! We ended up taking the salad back to our room and it was tasty as well. Large slices of fresh strawberries, sliced roasted almonds, feta cheese and a dressing that wasn't too heavy, tangy or tart. It was perfect. Our servers looked after us and were very kind too. They told us not to rush even though it was close to closing time. If only we lived closer because we would be here regularly. The food is top notch!!

    We went for lunch around 1:30. Got seated right away. Got drinks and ordered. Had the spinach salad…read more- excellent with goat cheese, pecan and strawberries and lobster roll. My family got calamari - terrific! Fish and chips went over well and lots of lobster options. My lobster roll was spot on -perfectly cooked and a nice, buttery roll. Every plate was cleaned! Not cheap, but great service, and great food.

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    Shipwright's Daughter came highly, highly recommended so we came here with proportionate…read moreexpectations. The restaurant, helmed by James Beard-winning chef David Standridge, topped several Best of CT lists and, while staying in Mystic, we grabbed a dinner reservation. (Reservations are a must unless you come here early enough to luck out at the bar. When we got there at around 5, the couple in front of us was told that the next available slot was at 9!). My favorite of what we ordered: the bucatini. All of their pastas come in either an appetizer or an entree portion. Now that I'm reading their online menu description online, I think they switched it up based on seasonal availability of ingredients. Ours was a mushroom cream based-sauced and it was heavenly - thick and luscious without being too one-note or overwhelming. The pasta itself was also cooked just slightly al dente, which is my preference. I went with the skirt steak. This was a highly out of character moment for me, as I almost always opt for the seafood option over the steak, particularly at a restaurant known for its seafood, but hear me out. My favorite part of a steakhouse is always the sides. The sides that came with the skirt steak included shishito peppers, a beautifully "feuille" style of potatoes (think the crepe layer cakes, only in deep fried potato form), and a seacoast mushroom (with the most beautiful precise knife cuts). Truly a feast for all of the senses. Also tried my friend's squid but I preferred the skirt steak. The crispy rice was good but extremely greasy. We were too full for dessert in the moment and then ended up getting ice cream from the place over the drawbridge.

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    Our annual trek to DPI (as we celebrated our anniversary), was once again enjoyable. It never…read morefails, the dwelling built in 1756 is truly enchanting. The shrimp presented in the cocktail were cold, crisp and fresh and the sauce had a great taste and consistency. We also enjoyed the DPI skewers that included a bit of steak tip, a sea scallop and a fresh shrimp that was that was grilled to perfection and drizzled with a bit of horseradish cream sauce. The staff members are always welcoming and the aura of the visitors -since we became a nation seem ever-present. Bravo DPI... See you soon. On a visit to Mystic, I could not wait to find a restaurant that served more seafood than I could easily settle on. Sitting in the Mystic Marriott lobby, yelp pointed us to the Captain Daniel Packer Inne. What a find. Although the building was restored in 1979, it's origin dates to 1756. Everything seems to have been preserved -including the aura. As you would expect with a building older than the signing of the Declaration of Independence, it is small in size but large in hospitality. Without reservations, we did not stand much of a chance in the upstairs dinning area, but a flight of stairs down to the pub in the cellar... and we were seated in 20 minutes. For appetizers, we had the phyllo dough lobster lollipops and an order of artichoke hearts that were resting in a light lobster sauce (the artichoke that is) that invited us to soak up what was left with the delicious homemade bread we were served. For our main course we had the halibut steak that was sitting on top of freshly mashed potatoes with a smattering of fresh corn kernels. The customer service attendants were mindful of their tables and visited at opportune times. -Not when you start to take a bite and never did we wonder where they might have gone off to. Parking was a bit of a challenge but by far worth the hunt. If you are looking for a very friendly restaurant with a historical beginning and great food... Look no further. DPI is a definite re-visit for us.

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    Oyster Club - Steamed mussels in coconut lemongrass broth with lime and cilantro.

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    The bride and I planned a pit stop on our way back from a wedding on the cape and thanks to Yelp,…read morewe found this fantastic restaurant which is located just outside of the busy downtown area. Fairly busy Sunday afternoon but we were quickly seated at the raw bar with a great view of the kitchen, which BTW is a well oiled machined and fun to watch, not quite as crazy as the Bear, but impressive. Tuna tartar to start followed by some delicious cherrystones then we split the Mussels in coconut milk with lemon grass and cilantro and some amazing sour dough bread for dipping. 10/10!!!

    Goodness this used to be our favorite place for happy hour but today we were grossly embarrassed…read more This was the first time my husband and I brought guests to the Oyster Club and naturally, it was a total shite show. We were panicked, trying to squeeze a party of 6 in at happy hour can be impossible here... or at least it used to be. I was pleasantly surprised when they were able to seat us at 3:50 pm on Friday. Thought we had won the lottery. Things took a turn quickly. A waitress we had never seen before quickly parroted the beers on tap. My husband, who is hard of hearing, asked her to repeat the list, to which she replied "I just listed them". Woof. After that awkward encounter she eventually returned to take our food orders. As we waited for the food, dust fell from the ceiling. My dad, slowly getting more and more worked up compared it to the scenes from Stranger Things in the Upside Down. We all turned our heads and to our horror saw the intake vent for the AC... caked in dust. Dust was literally "snowing" down on us. My father, who I've never seen act displeased with a beer in front of him, brought it to the attention of the nearest server. Multiple employees, all standing there swatting at the flurries as they fell, referred to them as "lint" or "just a few dust bunnies". One waitress even said, "weird because I saw someone cleaning it last week". An hour later, 2 of 3 soups had been delivered, 1 of 2 orders of mussels had arrived, and no smash burgers had made it to the table. We asked for our order to be cancelled and the manager kindly comped 2 of the things we ordered. Two stars because of her. Long story short we will be taking a hiatus and inspecting the vents before we decide to return.

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