Our favorite place in Gloucester. Yes it's hard to get in but there's many reasons why. Friendly staff is like a big family and know many of the customers; the setting, overlooking the beautiful marsh is gorgeous; and everything we have tried from streamers, to coconut shrimp, creative salads, Portuguese haddock, Sole Meunier, fried clams etc is absolutely delicious. Outdoor area has great music many nights. This is a fabulous place! read more

Amazing! That is all...staff, food, live music, two full bars...love it! OMG, 17 more characters to post...I LOVE it! GO here!!

I dream about their lobster roll! Large amount of lobster, so tasty, my all-time favorite - and I've tried many. Casual eatery, view of the marsh from the tables in back, great place for a group. Everything is so fresh and tasty, have tried so many dishes over the years - the spicy little necks in a Thai Chile lobster broth are to die for - we share this as an appetizer for 2-3 peeps, and ask for extra bread to sop up the delicious broth it comes in. We've taken various groups of friends and family here, and everyone always leaves happy. Service is always friendly and attentive, just an overall great place for fresh seafood during spring/summer in Gloucester (coz they close during the winter). read more

We have been here many times and every single thing we have tried has been good. Food is consistently good. We love this place.

We live about a mile away so they're a top choice for special occasions. Reservations are a must in tourist season and on weekends. Service is great as is the food. The new deck allows outdoor dining with a great view of the marsh. Dining indoors, however, can be a bit crowded and noisy. Alas, many of the great murals by local artist Jeff Weaver have been lost to renovations. To me, this was like burning books illustrated by NC Wyeth. Over the years my wife and I have enjoyed many dishes there. She's a great fan of the Caesar Salad and their homemade dressing. I liked their original tuna stack (grrr they changed the recipe!) and have switched to other dishes (salmon, swordfish, fish and chips) in its absence. They have a rotating beer list, which is a mix of local and national microbrews, and a full bar. read more

Wonderful lunch experience! The lobster roll and seafood stew was excellent and the server was so nice!

PRICEY, but worth it. Got hit with the bill after taking my gf and her parents out. My wallet screamed audibly and it felt slightly like getting my wind knocked out of me when I saw the bill. Drinks were incredible, service was good, food came out in a timely manner. Best meal I had last summer, no contest. read more

Nothing like food poisoning from expired cole slaw to ruin your day. I'm a local and won't go back

Delicious lobster here! We also really liked that there was a toddler menu with several items to choose from.

Great service and superb food. Get there when they open if you don't have a reservation. Pricey but definitely worth it.

This place is FANTASTIC! We were in town from California this past week and were recommended this by a local. We asked to make a reservation as our group was 11 people and they were able to squeeze us in on the patio (which was great!). We ended up coming in a couple days later for a quick drink with just a couple of us and loved it just as much. Service was great (from the host to the server to the bartenders!), Staff was SO Friendly and accommodating. They had live music at one point on Saturday, great ambiance and delicious food. Great for seafood lovers and non-seafood lovers! if we ever end up back in the area, we will definitely visit here again. :) read more

There are so many nice things to say about Lobsta Land, I'm not quite sure where to start! This restaurant is pretty much always jam-packed, which is understandable. Whether you're stopping by for Sunday brunch, a late-evening snack, or something in between, it's best to make a reservation (but if you forgot to call ahead, it's worth the wait)! Rotating taps, seasonal produce and fresh fish, and a perfectly assembled dish are all made that much better by the employees who seem genuinely happy to be part of this Gloucester family business. Even on the busiest Friday night they still manage to keep it together and (mostly) smile even when I can't decide between the cioppino or the mussels (spoiler alert: it's *always* the cioppino). tl;dr: best restaurant in town, bar none. read more

Lobsta Land - Perfect sunset - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

Love the atmosphere , great seafood, best lobster chowder I ever had. Great burger, fish , can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Outdoor patio beach bar is fun and tropical. This restaurant gets it! read more

food was good, had the lobster blta which was a nice change of pace from the traditional lobster roll that i've had several times while in new england. sat by the window with a nice view staff was good. overall i'd come back read more

Lobsta Land - lobster blta with pasta salad - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

It's a large space. We were led to a table, but there was a table open right next to a window that we preferred. We asked to be reseated and the staff seemed annoyed by the request, which felt uncomfortable for us. The lobster roll was delicious. Large chunks, no fillers, and no heavy coating. I liked the calming view. I also received the biggest news of my life when I finished my meal (passed the bar exam), and the staff was understanding when my father forgot to wear his mask out of excitement about the news. They also did not rush us out when we paid the bill - they gave me time to cry it out and finish my congratulatory conversations on the phone. I would recommend Lobsta Land, and I would like to visit again. read more

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I'm giving 5 stars specifically for their seafood risotto and fried clam dinner. Our fried clam season commences, and I'm so happy the folks at Lobsta Land didn't disappoint. At all. My gosh, the clams were so sweet and fresh and tender--what stood out to me was how sweet and plump and juicy the meat was, just perfectly fried! For $28, they pile the clams high :D For clam lovers like us, what happiness it is to pop those first couple of clams in your mouth and have your taste buds immediately shoot the flaring signal to your brain, This is a good batch, Mate! Happiness is a heaping pile of perfectly fried clams, like the sort you can find at Lobsta Land ... just a 9 minute drive from beautiful Wingaersheek Beach where you and your mate had been observing seagulls eating clams. Oh boy, the seafood risotto input of this review is going to pale in comparison to my ode to fried clams but I assure you it is quite, quite, quite good with ample lobster et al. Nice touch with the minced olive/garlic dip for the bread! read more

Lobsta Land - sweet and plump mound of clams! - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

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Went to this restaurant, a tourist from California, eager for good food, but very disappointed. Although the truffle French fries and the lobster were very good, the rest of the meal was a bust. The fried calamari was too chewy, clam chowder was too thin and the salmon and haddock meals were mediocre. Fish and chips was so-so, not moist and crisp. What a shame. Oh well, didn't complain, but didn't eat it all. read more

Amazing food here. They have fantastic 2-lbs lobster and paella, and their Portuguese style haddock was great too. I highly recommend all three dishes and I guarantee it is worth their price. One caveat is that you should carefully choose when and where to eat. I recommend sitting OUSTIDE because inside doesn't have much noise blockers and it can be extremely loud. I came here with my parents around 7 and our ears started to hurt so much that they wanted to leave as soon as possible. Across our table, we had a party of 8 who were having a really good time with drinks and laughter. I cannot blame them for enjoying their time but I wished I was deaf. Outside had wonderful atmosphere and nice heater to keep people warm. read more

This place gets a five from me. This is such a nice place to eat. I would really REALLY recommend it. So first off the place is a visual delight . I love the front of Lobsta Land. All those mermaids! It is the perfect New England seafood eatery. Oh..they also have a nice large parking lot! Many places in this area offer street parking only so it was nice to pull into a place with a large spacious lot to park your vehicle. Then there is the inside . Rustic charm dominates and the atmosphere is warm and family friendly. It was quite crowded when we went but we only had a wait of 2 minutes! Now let us talk food. They have a pretty large menu. I was in the mood for clams(Whole Belly) so that is what I had. Their Whole Belly Clams..OH MY!! They are sooo good. Without a doubt the best clams I had in Rockport area. And a really nice portion size. You can get em on a roll and they will grill the roll for you. I was in Whole belly Clam heaven. I really was. Service was great as well. I think this was my favorite place in Rockport this time around. It is almost exactly what one would think of when picturing a quaint New England seafood establishment. So if you want great food in a great environment this is the place to be. It's yummy, family friendly, with warn and great service and lovely views. This is a five star place that is just fun and enjoyable! read more

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People are super nice!! Ambiance is super nice. We had prompt service and everything was amazing. Lobster quesadillas. Ahi Shashimi tuna tower. Salmon & risotto. Paella. Fried scallops. Strawberry shortcake for dessert (with a homemade biscuit and real whip cream)! (Why not). Expensive but worth it. A great nice out with friends. Huge patio. read more

Lobsta Land - Yummy Paella. - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

Absolutely fantastic. Fresh great quality food. Good portion sizes. Good value for the cost. The desserts are also amazing. Strawberry Shortcake is a massive dish. Beyond enough for one person. First time here and cant say enough positive about the experience. Amazing food, fantastic selection, great quality, superb staff, and great atmosphere overall. Definitely a must-visit for anyone looking for a wonderful restaurant in the area. 10/10 would highly recommend read more

Best seafood chowdah I've ever had, and the view is awesome! Not to mention the polite and cheerful staff... go here for a meal and you'll come away happy . read more

Best fish and chips on the north shore! Caesar salad and tuna sashimi tower were fabulous! We'll be back!

BREAKFAST REVIEW: It was my third time at Lobsta Land and my first time for breakfast. I had high hopes the food would be as good as the lunches I've had, however, I was disappointed. If you decide to come here on a Sat/Sun or holiday (like we did) make sure you make a call-ahead reservation. We only had to wait 10 minutes, but I wish we had reserved a table facing the wetlands behind the restaurant instead of the parking lot. We got two coffees, which the coffee was good but they only gave us non-refrigerated individual creamers like you get in hotels for creamer, which was super disappointing for a cafe that is specially serving breakfast. I expect fresh cream, as I'm sure most people do. For food, I ordered a $6 breakfast special consisting of 2 scrambled eggs, 2 pieces of applewood smoked bacon, and a piece of toast. I substituted the toast for potatoes because they didn't have GF bread. The bacon was too sweet for my taste and the potatoes were just that, cooked potatoes with seasoning. I really like home fries (crispy and hot) and these were definitely not those. The eggs were decent. My friend got a spinach, tomato, bacon, cheese omelette and a pumpkin pancake. She did not enjoy her omelette at all, as each ingredient inside was almost sectioned off and not mixed together before put into the omelette. She literally took a bite of her omelette and got a mouthful of full-leaf spinach. The least they could do was cut up the spinach, am I right? My friend did say that the pumpkin pancake was absolutely delicious! The service was lack-luster and we had to ask for waters with our coffee which to me should just be given every time. We were also given our check and were surprised the server didn't mention the additional $6 for the single pumpkin pancake my friend got--which she rang up as a "kids pancake breakfast." I would recommend Lobsta Land but definitely not all of the breakfast items. read more

Lobsta Land - (Front) Fried Haddock Lunch Special - $13! (Back) Fried Scallops, Clams, and Haddock Lunch Special! - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

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This place was sooooo good. I couldn't make up my mind so I got a lobster quesadilla and a lobster chowder and I regret nothing! My friend tried the French onion soup and enjoyed it too. The waitress was super friendly and the restaurant was awesome about accommodating our large group a bit last minute. Highly recommend. read more

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Excellent seafood and great view of the adjacent marsh. I imagine it's really beautiful in the summertime!

Happy to find this seafood gem in Gloucester, the place was buzzing even at 3 PM in the afternoon with happy diners. Great location just off the main feeder highway, knowledgeable bartenders and waitresses who knew their product and made great recommendations. Started off the fun with a very good New England Clam chowder that needed just a pinch of salt and black pepper to kick it up a notch, plus a squirt of fresh lemon. Then had the Fish & Chips special with fries and onion rings, everything came out piping hot, huge portion, all crunchy and yummy. Everything benefited from a squirt of Sircachi hot sauce, and a shake of salt and pepper. This place was so good and so much fun I will return. read more

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Attentive server/ good food & clean and friendly atmosphere. The bar is a lively and busy spot

Closed for the season! We drove outta of our way because the website says open until 9:30pm today. read more

Lobsta Land - Outside of building because that's as far as we got! - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

Fantastic hot lobster rolls - great portion of meat, buttery toasted bun and side of fries and coleslaw. Stopped here mid-COVID and the staff was so accommodating and friendly. Our order was ready in 15 minutes! Also, they have great outdoor seating options with Adirondack chairs and picnic tables so you don't have to eat in the car or on the ground. Can't wait to come back when the indoor dining is open :) read more

Marshside deck bar excellent. Dog friendly. I like the mussels. Nice entertainment on the deck. Their salads are quite generous. Friendly ambiance at the bar (if you can find an open seat. It's popular) read more

Call ahead to make reservations. It was busy and next table wasn't available untill hours later so I ordered to-go. It was a nice day, ate outside. Lobster roll was stuffed with lobster meat. Hole belly clam roll could've been a bit crispier. Definitely suggest eating here. They accept mobile payment and looks like they are building a deck to expand outdoor seating. Just wish I knew to call ahead for a table. read more

Lobsta Land - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

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A group of us were going out to say good bye to a co-worker whom is leaving us for a new opportunity. It was a nice little celebration for her. Most of our group had work that evening, but me and another member ordered drinks since we were off that day. Went with a beer and a cocktail. We had placed our orders, and it did take a little while. The lunch rush had died down, so I don't know if they were just catching up or cleaning, or whatnot. But the food came out and ohhhhh my! I ordered a lobster roll and clam chowder special. The clam chowder was a little thin for my liking, but it was loaded and had plenty of clams that weren't chewy, otherwise cooked to perfection. The lobster roll was loaded with lobster, a little lemon juice and awe, excellent! A couple ordered burgers, which were great portions and they enjoyed. One member of our party ordered tacos, which she enjoyed. Then there was the fish and chips plate that one of our co-worker had ordered. This. Thing. Was. Huge. Thus was a well-battered haddock that wasn't greasy, and cooked to perfection. She shared because there was so much (yeah, I had a few bites and it was delicious). Meal ends, after visiting the restroom I have this weird thing of checking my back pocket for my wallet. It is at this point that we have lost cabin pressure, time slows to a crawl, I can only hear my heartbeat, and the force of the big bang plays out in my head. My nightmare of not having my wallet became reality. And I ordered a lobster roll and drinks. I am super embarrassed. Fortunately life has taught me to approach these things with grace, and accept that I may be washing dishes for 8 hours in Gloucester. I approach the server and explain the situation, and that I need to go home for my wallet. "No problem hun." I'm humbled by this woman's blind trust. Before leaving I leave my number in case there's any concern. "If it makes you feel better I trust you." She smiles at me. I rush home and get my wallet, and drive back. I'm glad that I did though, because I didn't tell her how far away I lived. After 40 minutes she was concerned and called me. I gave my ETA which She was happy with. She thanks me for coming back to pay, I apologize and thank her for her for her understanding. It was very kind of her, not something I would expect to be repeated for anyone. Of course I also left a very nice tip for her because of her trust. All in all the staff were very nice, food was great, and despite the hiccough it was a great experience. read more

Lobsta Land - Lobster Roll and Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

Wow! That was an amazing meal. Every dish was fantastic. Big portions. Such a fun experience. read more

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GET THE COCONUT CRUSTED SHRIMP! So great. We did take out after a day at the beach... maybe we were starving, but the lobster rolls and shrimp really hit the spot. The cole slaw was "special" according to my mom- it had apple and raisins and was a great change from a standard slaw. Fries were great too. And the take out service was quick and people were friendly. Ate too fast to take a picture. read more

Came here for brunch one rainy morning. It was recommended to us by the local harbormaster. It has a private parking lot of customers and plenty of seating. There was no wait and our waitress was a nice older lady- seemed to be experienced with the restaurant. We had a nice table with a view of the field. Perfect to watch the weather today. Our food was tasty, came out in a reasonable amount of time and warmed me to the bone. Overall I was very satisfied with my experience here and next time we are in town, we will stop on by! read more

Tried this while vacationing in the area. Had the seafood risotto and was very impressed with the amount of seafood in the dish and whole lobster claws. They did not skimp! Food was delicious and we enjoyed the overall experience. Waitress was wonderful, very attentive and checked in often to make sure our meal was going well. read more

Fantastic food. Their risotto dishes are so good. Fun place to go to sit outside in the summer

OK. I'l admit... I rolled my eyes at the boisterous mermaids on the side of the building. I wondered what we were getting ourselves into. It turns out, we got ourselves into one of the best restaurants in the area. It was packed with locals and scattered with visitors. Just catching glimpses of surrounding conversations, the locals love Lobsta Land almost as much as the mermaids do. I'm visiting from California. My goal was to consume as much local fair (especially lobster) as possible very singe day. Lobsta Land set the bar really high for the rest of the trip. The lobster was perfectly prepared. The sides were authentic and much better than all others. My friend doesn't like lobster (poor thing), but she really enjoyed the chicken. It sits on the edge of a nice meadow and offers a peaceful view. Service was friendly and helpful. Wish I lived closer so I could eat here more than I did that trip. read more

Lobsta Land - Seafood Near Me - Gloucester, Massachusetts

First time here, place is cute, menu seems interesting. We got a Lazyman's Lobster that was listed as market price, and it was $69. No, I'm not kidding. Yes apparently the cost of lobster is quite high right now but they really should have warned us. So am leaving this review to warn others! I'd go back but I won't get lobster HA. read more