Outside dining on the water with individual picnic tables and table service. Beautiful view of the marina and LIS! Kind staff and delicious food! We tried lobster bisque (creamy broth with chunks of lobster-touch of brine-you know it's fresh!), Cole slaw (hearty portion for 1 or split between two-flavorful and creamy), and lobster rolls (packed with succulent lobster-ample mix of tail and claw, melt in your mouth!). read more

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Guilford Lobster Pound served up a good quality , fresh lobster roll with a nicely toasted bun, but it didn't have that rich, buttery flavor I was hoping for. The quality was there, but the taste felt a bit flat. I wanted more depth, more butter, more something. It's fine if you like a lighter take, but for me it landed right in the middle--solid 3/5. The people working there were super pleasant and kind while serving us our food! Loved the outdoor, By the water, seating too! read more

Guilford Lobster Pound - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

Lobster Rolls excellent prepared. Service was outstanding. Beautiful ambiance. Highly recommended.

My friend and I wanted lobster, and we saw they had great reviews, so this is where we popped into. Be prepared to pay cash only, they do have an ATM inside though. We split a shrimp cocktail and the shrimpers were absolutely perfect. The coleslaw I got as my side was tasty, and the lobster roll itself had good flavor. My teeth found some shell though and I momentarily was v concerned I had cracked my tooth, but luckily I didn't, so make sure to not just chomp down into one. Definitely a nice Oceanside dining area for sure. read more

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Took a nice ride down Rt 77 through Durham and into Guilford, enjoying the quaint scenery this time of year on Rt 77. Guilford Lobster Pound was voted the best lobster rolls in Connecticut for 2025! After reading this article, I just had to try it out and immediately! So let me tell you why I gave Guilford Lobster Pound five stars... The trip down was just beautiful, pulling into the restaurant showed easy parking, but I happen to notice portable toilets outside the restaurant. Then I realized this isn't a restaurant, this is more of an outdoor set up with seating under a tent. The view over the marina is beautiful and looking farther out, viewing Long Island Sound is simply stunning. The fresh lobster was 4 ounces of knuckle and claw meat place in between a New England hotdog roll with melted butter and warm. This was a really good lobster roll. Not the best in Connecticut but in the conversation; maybe a top five. The price was right at $26. Service was polite, and with a smile, and everybody associated with this lobster pound was very welcoming. Wait time for lunch was less than 10 minutes. The place was steady with all of the picnic tables taken, but the turnover was quick. I'm glad I got to try out Guilford Lobster Pound. This destination was on point, from the journey, to the restaurant, the amazing lobster roll, the view, service; and value. Oh heck, yes I'm coming back. This should be a bucket list seafood shack for you, also! read more

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I'm originally from CT and moved away years ago and every time I come to visit - I want a lobster roll. I've tried different places each visit and this is the first for me to come to. I loved the outside seating with a water view on a dock. The employees are super nice and friendly. Felt like you were over a friend's house for dinner! I got the lobster roll and it came in your must - New England style bun. Lots of lobster! I loved this place and recommended it to family to check it out. Can't wait to come back next summer and try more from The menu! read more

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Prices were fair, portion was good, lobster was dry.... Disappointed. Went there because reviews were really good. Nothing worse than a dry lobster roll. Meat was overcooked and had little to no butter. read more

If you're looking for one of the best warm lobster rolls in Connecticut, Guilford Lobster Pound should be at the top of your list. The lobster roll here is exactly what you'd hope for -- buttery and flavorful, but not so drenched that it falls apart in your hands. The bun was perfectly toasted and absolutely packed with fresh lobster meat from end to end. Don't take my word for it alone, they have been voted one of the top 3 lobster rolls in Connecticut by various mags. The homemade coleslaw and potato salad made for delicious sides -- simple, fresh, and satisfying. I washed it all down with a classic canned Arnold Palmer, which hit the spot on a warm day. While they do offer hot dogs and Georgia hots, this is definitely a seafood shack at heart. The vibe is super casual, with plenty of picnic tables set up dockside overlooking the marina. It's first come, first served, cash only, and BYOB -- so plan ahead and bring your appetite. For shade they do have a large open air tent. This place nails the New England summer seafood experience. read more

Guilford Lobster Pound - Two warm lobster rolls, coleslaw, and potato salad all made on premises - Seafood Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

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We went on a warm day in mid May. We were hosting guests who recently moved from out of state to get a good lobster roll. We were pretty disappointed. There were small biting flies swarming the area, making it terribly uncomfortable. They were getting in our food and biting us all over, the food was good but it made it very hard to enjoy. Additionally, the waitress failed to bring out two of our meals, when we asked about it she brought out the ticket saying the meals weren't listed... but she said she recalled taking the order when we reminded her. So part of our party ate after everyone else while we all were getting bitten up. I understand they don't control the flies, but I think it's important to know if you plan on visiting this time of year. Not sure if this problem exists other times of the year as well. read more

Ordered the lobster roll, clam chowder and shrimp cocktail. Fairly small lobster roll and could use more butter however very fresh tasting. Had one bite of the roll which was delicious but I can't do gluten. Apparently if you don't want the bun they can give it to you in a bowl with just the lobster meat. The lobster roll is $26 and if you'd like sides they are extra. Shrimp cocktail was delicious. Also very fresh. The chowder is a clear chowder and was very tasty as well. The bees were pretty brutal so I didn't stay long. That's typical this time of year though. It is located right on the dock behind the old Guilford Mooring tucked away. A friend told me about it otherwise I would not have even known about it! They have a sign directing you when you drive up. Did have to use the atm inside as I wasn't aware it was cash only so got whacked with an atm fee from their atm and my bank so that was unfortunate however would still come back. Tasty and cute place. read more

Hi stopped here today for first time after a Guilford beach day. The lobster roll and lobster grilled cheese was AMAZING. The line was long but they moved it along well. I got mine to go so the wait was 8 minutes. Needless to say I forgot to take pictures but I will be going back so stop by my reviews for an update. The ambiance seemed nice because everyone has a water view. If in Guilford CT stop and give it a try. You will be 'CLAWING' your way back. read more

This cute little place friendly owners as well as staff is another must try . I had the lobster grill cheese and my mom the lobster roll. Both delicious and very filling. read more

Guilford Lobster Pound - Lobster grill cheese - Seafood Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

Great location sitting outside right on the water and fast friendly service. We thought the potato salad and clam chowder both were fabulous. The lobster roll was fresh and a good amount of lobster but really was lacking in flavor like it needed salted butter or some type of spice. Great price for whole lobsters if you wanted to buy them off the dock to take home and cook. read more

I love this place because it's in a beautiful waterfront location with great friendly service. We ordered lobster rolls, a hot dog and the chowder (not cream based). The lobster was well-cooked on a buttered bun for $26 (as of 2025). My only critique is it could have used more seasoning to bring out its full flavor and it's cash only (with an atm onsite). I can't wait to come back another day and hopefully try their bisque! read more

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The lobster rolls were very fresh and packed with lobster. They could have used a little more butter and the lobster was a little salty. Those might not be common occurrences, however. The wait staff couldn't have been more helpful. We really should have asked them for more butter. I'm almost certain that they would have given it to us. It's located outdoors and has a water view. read more

Perfect ending for a summer Sunday. I feasted on shrimp cocktail followed by a lobster salad roll. The food was amazing, the service quick and friendly, and the ambience was out of this world. It's one of the most scenic lobster pounds in New England read more

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The ambiance and view heavily outweigh the food. I want to love this place, but the lobster just tastes like nothing. Even with butter, no flavor. Same with the soup unfortunately. The staff were absolutely fantastic. Fast and friendly, but there's a million better lobster rolls in New England. read more

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I was dropping off my customers in Madison and they highly recommended this place. Sits on the dock with plenty of outdoor seating and parking. The two guys that were working are all stars. They cook and serve and are very friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. I ordered the spicy hot dog with sauerkraut as well as a lobster roll with a side of homemade coleslaw. Everything was amazing and the view of the ocean was breathtaking. This is going to be my new go to spot whenever I'm in the area. read more

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Best Lobster Roll on the shoreline area. The Lobster Pound in Guilford,CT is clearly, and significantly better than other places known for Lobster Rolls on the shoreline. Mainly better than the "famous" Lobster Landing in Clinton, known for their lobster rolls. The Lobster Pound is only a small shack at the Guilford Harbor with picnic tables, but what a difference vs Lobster Landing in Clinton. Don't even waste your time and money with Lobster Landing. The Lobster Pound in Guilford is cheaper and much better, so make a b-line for The Guilford Lobster Pound, and it's surrounded by lobster traps right beside it. Check out the photos below, and you be the judge read more

Guilford Lobster Pound - Lobster Landing - Clinton, CT (looks like shredded lobster) - Seafood Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

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And the birthday celebration continues with mouthwatering lobster, and beautiful water views. Great spot for lunch with off the street parking. Definitely the best lobster rolls in Connecticut. read more

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Great lobster rolls! Right on the water. Service was excellent! BYOB Homemade salads are also very good.

Best Lobster Rolls In Connecticut hand down. Took a drive from NYC based on numerous rave reviews and lived up to the hype and more. I can't wait to bring friends and family next time. Family atmosphere with superb service. The water views were picturesque. read more

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Fair prices, but a little under flavored lobster roll. The cole slaw was also lackluster, somewhat watery. Scenery was great but a couple whiffs of a not so pleasant smell. Great people there! read more

Guilford Lobster Pound - Seafood Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

My favorite place for a lobster roll, which are constantly good. Enjoy the chowder also.

I almost hate giving this place a good review. I don't want it discovered by crowds of tourists and hangers on. But to be fair I have to say it is my favorite lobster stop along the Connecticut shore. Plentifully sized lobster rolls served at picnic tables along the dock. Great hot dogs, too. read more

This is the perfect example of a great by the ocean dining experience. A great venue, great friendly service and the best lobster roll in Connecticut. Our group left this place in awe and everyone wants to return. read more

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I lived in Connecticut years ago-I recently visited this restaurant-Ordered lobster roll , clear broth clam chowder and potato salad- To be honest it wasn't good-Especially the lobster roll it was terrible -The lobster meat wasn't sweet, it was tough-It was 26 bucks for a little roll and a few pieces of lobster -Not worth it. The clam chowder wasn't much better.Potato salad was ok. Disappointing to say the least. read more

Excellent lobster roll, great service and lovely atmosphere on the water, looking at the boats.

Hard to believe that this is my first time having New England lobster, but I couldn't have chosen a better place than Guilford Lobster Pound! The lobster was full of flavor, soaked in butter, tucked inside perfectly toasted bread. I even enjoyed the potato salad, as someone who has actively avoided potato salads my entire life lol. The only drawback for me, is the price. Knowing the history of lobster, it still boggles my mind that this one sandwich was $26 (they seem to raise their prices every year or so). But I'm not in the business of selling seafood, so who am I to determine the price? Lol The location is kind of hard to find, and I ended up parking in a public lot about .5 miles away, walking down a street, then through the back of another business, to find this place tucked away right at the edge of a dock. If there was street signage, I surely missed it. But once you find it, you're pleasantly surprised. The seating is exclusively outdoor, and it's cash only. They provide an atm if you're short. The tables are all evenly spaced out and covered, either by an umbrella or the full size tent, and your order is taken pretty quickly. The food arrived hot, and very fast, and every single bite was heaven. I was also pleasantly surprised at the lack of birds. Where I parked, they were swarming. But I enjoyed my food in peace without a single one even flying overhead. I'll definitely be back for the food, as well as the serene, beautiful views. read more

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For the best lobster in the area, come here. Hot, CT style lobster on a hot roll. Dine by the water at this reasonably priced charmingly rustic lobster shack. The hot dog with chili was very good also as was the home made potato salad. The unisex bathroom is a clean portable. Excellent, friendly service. Plentiful car parking. Cash only. read more

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BRING CASH! They have an ATM, but it wasn't working. It's also a BYOB. They have a restaurant/bar next door they send people to if they need alcohol, but they are generally closed on holidays. We only came for lobster rolls, so I can't tell you about any other food items. We were very disappointed because they just were not buttery as far as we are concerned. The lobster meat was perfectly cooked and I got some gorgeous pieces. The roll itself did not taste good to me for some reason. The other reason I only give it a 4 is they need fans or something. It was crazy hot outside and flies all over. Our server was very nice. read more

One of the most important factors in making a great Connecticut lobster roll is the quality of the lobster meat. The lobster should be fresh and flavorful, and it should be cooked perfectly and Guilford Lobster Pound gets it right every season!! Their lobster meat is clearly picked over carefully to remove any shells or cartilage for the best pieces and is perfectly dressed with melted REAL butter placed nicely on nicely toasted warmed bun. Beautiful views and really nice crew of guys that love what they do! I highly recommend now that the season has opened!! Don't miss out this season. Be prepared they only take cash- although a "vintage" ATM is on site and works just fine ;) read more

Guilford Lobster Pound - The perfect duos...2 Lobster Rolls and 2 Potato Salads - Seafood Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

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Solid lobster roll Relaxing environment Reasonably priced -great fix for lobster roll craving read more

Guilford Lobster Pound - Seafood Near Me - Guilford, Connecticut

If you're like me who is always on a hunt for a good lobster roll. This place is one of my top 5. It's a little on a pricey side depending on how you look at the entire experience. The ambiance is awesome , the view of yacht on private docks . School of fish frolicking in the water .. a treat for your eyes especially for family with kids , it's definitely a wonderful distraction for kids waiting for food . read more

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We decided to drive out for a day to CT. Decided to come here and wow! This lobster roll was truly fantastic! We were shocked, can't get better than this place. read more

This is ultra casual relaxing spot tucked away far dock side. From the moment we entered the staff was all smiles, very welcoming, they offered water for our dog- it was just a wonderful experience all together for a nice afternoon. Excellent Rhode Island style clear broth clam chowder very fresh. A rather limited menu but no bother. It's exactly what you want while sitting at the picnic table viewing the water and watching the ospreys in and out of their nest. The lobster rolls are done Connecticut style on a grilled hotdog roll with warm butter. Menu offers chips, hot dogs, coleslaw and a half dozen beverages. Even on a Saturday afternoon with the most wonderful view even after we were done with our lunch, no one rushed us to go. There's a handwashing station, hand sanitizer, fresh water for the dog, and an ATM for convenience. Pull your boat right up to the dock and enjoy! read more

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Excellent lobster roll and great vibe on the water. Server was very friendly and attentive.

The lobster rolls are delicious. We went on Memorial Day weekend and were able to be seated right away. The food came out fast. It's nice that you're sitting by the water too. Highly recommend! read more

Crazy that this was my first visit here. We attempted once last summer but limited parking forced us to go elsewhere. Thanks to Covid we arrived on a recent Saturday afternoon to a mostly empty establishment. We had our basset hound in the car and I hadn't checked reviews prior, so I had no idea they were dog friendly. The staff rushed over to greet my dog and give him milk bones, what a welcome! There were a couple other dogs there and once we were seated a doggie water bowl was also brought over. The seating is picnic tables under a canopy umbrella on the dock. Just the perfect seaside casual setting for lobster rolls. Their menu is simple, lobster rolls, hot dogs, Georgia hots, RI style chowder and a couple of kids items. BYOB, but they sell sodas, etc. Cash only is slightly inconvenient and the parking is a bit challenging if they are busy. They only offer an outdoor portable toilet for the "bathroom facility" however, it was very clean and there is an outdoor sink with hot running water, soap and paper towels. The atmosphere here was relaxed and casual. I could tell others were there for a while and not rushed out by the staff. We got a really great vibe from this place , not to mention the lobster rolls were excellent. Perfectly toasted and buttered bun did it for me. We will definitely be back! read more

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We ate our first lobster roll of the season here and came away very happy. Normally we would be deep into the rolls by July, but the pandemic has shortened our season, as it has for many others, of course. The Lobster Pound serves up a very limited menu (we visited for lunch), basically the roll or hot dogs and a few sides; we didn't see anyone without lobster in front of them. The roll ($17) is toasted and buttery, the fresh meat is generously packed inside, and the result is simply delicious. We complemented our meal with a cup ($4) of Rhode Island Clam Chowder (that's the clear broth chowder) that was loaded with clams and potatoes, and a Coke. Life is good. The Pound is, as all good lobster shacks are, a shack by the water with all outside seating at picnic tables, perfect for helping everyone practice social distancing. Masks are necessary for everyone on arrival and departure. They do not accept credit cards, so bring cash or use their ATM inside. Our waiter was quick, efficient and in good spirits, and it all added up to an enjoyable experience. So, why not five stars? Well, we thought the lobster was a teeny bit on the chewy side. And we wanted a bowl of the chowder, but it's available only in a smallish cup (Yes, we could have ordered another one, but just saying....). And we reserve five stars for darned near-perfection, which this darned near was. read more

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