The owner is very friendly and eager to pair you with a lobster of almost any size. We come here a few times a year so my wife can get a large lobster. They prepare the whole thing onsite. They cook it to perfection. There is no dining inside but that's ok. There's a bar next door that allows you to eat the meal inside so you have access to drinks and such. We will be coming here many more times. read more

Their fish is fresh, they have a great variety, and it is healthy for you. The owner, Susanne, is extremely helpful and caring. read more

Forgot to rate Lotsa Lobster on my last trip to Florida. Wanted lobster and my fellow yelpers led me here. Wish I could remember the owners name but she was fantastic. Wound up getting a whole bunch of things for a great dinner. Lobsters, stone crab, lobster bisque all fresh and excellent. Will be my go to place. read more

My other half has been to Lotsa Lobster many times for shrimp, scallops, fish, and, of course, lobsters--but the ones we got for Valentine's Day were the biggest I've ever seen! We originally planned to have surf and turf, but the lobsters were so huge that we ended up saving the steaks for the next night. The quality is always top-notch, and the service is consistently excellent. Highly recommend checking them out! read more

Arrived AFTER they had been open approx 40mins there was NOTHING out in the displays you couldn't even order food, not sure what is happening read more

Great place to buy seafood to cook yourself. I was here 3 days before Mother's day and bought two 8oz lobster tails to cook Mother's day dinner for my wife. I steamed them and served them with rice and sautéed baby spinach. My wife loved her dinner. They have all the seafood that you need and at reasonable prices. read more

They took the lobsters steamed them they didn't taste like chlorine. And the steamers excellent that I bought.

There was fresh, live, grilled lobster on the New Year's eve menu, but our local Lobster Pound was closed. So we ordered ahead from Lotsa for pickup in the afternoon. It was suggested we come after 1pm for a shorter line. This turned out to be a great suggestion. However, the traffic getting there was ridiculous - 50 minutes instead of a typical 30. I echo other comments about Covid safety and the lack of masks on staff and customers alike. When you're running 70,000+ cases a day, perhaps it's time to be a bit more cautious. But we can't hold these folks any more responsible than anyone else. We also ordered Clam Chowder which could have used more clams. In comparison to the chowder at The Lobster Pound, at least for this New England guy, it's the difference between four and five stars. Our lobsters were fresh and sized correctly, snd cooked up to perfection with some fresh Favia Charbone Chardonnay. These folks have a huge fresh seafood selection and customer service was top notch. Definitely recommended! read more

Fresh, good selection, wonderful service. Can't beat it!!! But you have to get there early in the day before they run out!

I consider myself fortunate to have discover Lotsa Lobster perhaps 10 years ago. The quality of the seafood offered is exceptional and always fresh. Presently I live in Port Charlotte and travel to Sarasota weekly as we totally enjoy visiting Lotsa Lobster for a variety of our favorites. Our traditional purchases include salmon, scallops, shrimp and ahi tuna along with Lobster. The service is outstanding, much like visiting old friends. ​ read more

So my husband and I just tried this place today. We read about it in the Taste publication. We liked that they offer to steam your shellfish for you and the Lobster was fresh. We tried the fresh Ahi Tuna and it was delicious. The reason for the 4star is because of the mask issue. It's a very small space and I overheard staff on the phone stating that they"get very busy" so why not wear them? I was shocked. No signage on the door about 6ft or mask. I don't get it ladies. Keep yourselves and your customers safe. We're all in this together. read more

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Oh my goodness! Run, don't walk, to Lotsa Lobster! I just enjoyed an amazing meal from them, and have leftovers that will be perfect for tomorrow! I started with homemade clam chowder that is so creamy and delicious with lots of clams. I am a fan of clam chowder, and this one is not heavy as in too much cream. It is perfectly balanced and seasoned. I only wish I had gotten more in order to freeze it! My next course was steamed shrimp. How delicious these were: big and sweet and seasoned perfectly, dipped in the homemade cocktail sauce that had just the right amount of horseradish. It was so perfect that I was even using my crackers to dip into the cocktail sauce. What followed next was some amazing smoked mahi dip. With the perfect amount of smoke and seasoning, the mahi flavor shined. On a simple Wheat Thin, the flavors of the fish and seasoning were delightful. For the main dish, we enjoyed lobster with homemade summer salad. The lobster was steamed, cut perfectly out of the shell, and served with clarified butter. I cannot begin to describe to you the sweet flavor of this lobster! It did not even need the butter, but the clarified butter brought it to the next level. The homemade summer salad, which included small limas, garbanzos, tomatoes, onions, and a light dressing with what I tasted as cumin, was a perfect accompaniment to this light dinner. We had to follow this with the Key lime pie pie from Lotsa Lobster, and I only wish I had extra pie to eat another day! The filling was perfectly tart and sweet with a light dollop of whipped cream and a perfect graham cracker crust. I heard that their coconut cream pie was delicious also, but I'm not a fan of this flavor. I want more of all of these dishes so that I can enjoy them tomorrow! Shop local. Support small business. read more

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Quality lobsters and shellfish. Lobsters were alive and kicking. Oysters ( blue point) were decent with one questionable per dozen.

Not a restraint but they will steam lobsters for you to take home. Pick your lobster right out of the tank. Live and kicking to cook yourself. Pick up steamers and you are back in New England again read more

THE place to buy fresh lobster that you pick out of their big tank. They will cook them for you if u like. Also, beautiful fresh fish, shrimp, clams & mussels. You can also pick up dessert. Slices of local made pie - I the key lime. Support this family owned spot !!! read more

Lotsa Lobster is the best place to buy fresh fish, everything is excellent and fresh.

Two Freshly Steamed Lobsters - 1 at 1/1/2 lbs and the other at 2 lbs, with a container of coleslaw = $100!!!!!! And a good deal of water came gushing out of both - very little lobster meat. We used to go there but not any more. Better off at Red Lobster in Bradenton; at least for the same price you get side dishes and meaty lobsters, plus drinks for two and you don't have to clean up any mess!!! Sorry Lotsa Lobster, but your too high price and the quality and quantity of lobster for those prices just don't cut it. read more

We bought oysters and sea scallops twice during our visit to Casey Key. It was fresh and tasty. read more

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Nothing better than fresh pompano! Bought enough to grill and make tacos....OH MY!!! The BEST!!!! Bravo! Will be back in a few days!!!! Thank you! read more

I am so grateful to the team at Lotsa Lobster who helped be my co-conspirators in my Aunt's 80th birthday as she originally hails from The Cape and now lives in Venice, FL. We are a family of New Englanders who love our lobsta's! When her 80th birthday rolled around we knew we had to get her some lobsta's to celebrate. Kaylen and Suzanne helped corrdinate the whole thing down there on the Florida end it it was such a treat for my aunt. I am so grateful for the team there and can't wait to visit! read more

We got 4 live lobsters and clam chowder soup. We opted for the market to steam the lobsters for us. Everything was great from food to people. We'll be back!! read more

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We had our wonderful steamed lobster from Lotsa Lobster on Christmas Eve.!!! OMG...better than any I had on Cape Cod for 8 years!!!! So glad we did this for Christmas Eve.... We will be back for more of your very fresh seafood!!! So glad I found you! read more

I decided to try Lotsa Lobster because I heard they sold really fresh seafood and my brother was visiting and I wanted to prepare a special and healthy lunch. It as delicious. I bought some shrimp and salmon and broiled them in scampi sauce and served the seafood on a bed of greens with olive oil and balsamic vinegar dressing. The seafood was super fresh and flavorful. I bought a small container of clam chowder to try, and although it was very rich for my taste and contained potatoes (I personally don't like chunks of potato in soup but that's just me), it was very tasty with a lot of clams! I will certainly return to this shop for fresh seafood again soon. Maybe I'll try the lobster next. read more

Cant say enough about this fresh seafood store. The staff is amazing and so knowledgable. The fish and seafood is so fresh. You cant go wrong. I almost dont want to write this review so they never run out of my favorite fish but places like this must be shared. Love u guys. Never had anything but the best and been more than a dozen times. read more

I am so very disappointEd in a store that has a name Lots a Lobsta. I spent 200 dollars for 5 lobsters. They were to be females, nope they were males. They were steamed and when we opened the tails there was black poop, not roe. It's was disgusting. I would have taken a picture but I was hosting a party and didn't want to upset my company I have had lobster all over and NEVER had an an experience like this. there was nothing in the belly to eat ,it was over steamed never again. I had a few other people say the same thing. read more

Fantastic place for freshly prepared seafood!! Lobsters, steamed shrimp, and the clam chowder are 'out of this world delicious' (direct quote from a couple of New Englanders who know their seafood)!! Chris, the owner, is super friendly, kind, and professional. We highly recommend this spot and will definitely be back for more yummy food in the near future! read more

Nice variety of Maine lobsters that they will cook on site for you. Steamed perfectly. Open on holidays .. wow!! Owner is a friendly guy who wants to make you happy. Give it a try, ask for the owner and you won't be disappointed. read more

Still the best seafood in town! Hands down. Not even close. Steamers, shrimp (even Rock Shrimp!), grouper, clams, scallops, snapper, stone crab, cod, salmon, sushi grade tuna, etc. Oh yeah, and lotsa fresh lobstahs.... Friendly, attentive staff. Now that the construction is finished, you have no excuse!! read more

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Picked up a few crab legs and some shrimp. Went to pay and nearly fell over when I saw the price. The quality of our food was fresh and tasty. I recommend the food here, but you better have a fat wallet, and that's the only reason I didn't give them 5 stars. read more

This place has a 1000 gal lobster tank with all kinds of sizes. Got two 3 lbs.ers and they were some of the sweetest NE Lobsters I have had, and being from Ct. I know lobsters. Great other seafood too. Traveled from North Port for the Lobsters! read more

Fantastic Scallops! We stop in quite often and have never been disappointed. Fresh seafood with a great variety of choices. Usually grab frozen crab cakes also, and they are better than any restaurant serves in the area! read more

Always fresh Maine lobster. Steamer clams, cold water fresh fish, and more. I've been going there for over 6 years and have always been happy. I've been enjoying Maine lobsters & steamer clams since I was a kid 30+ years ago and we cook our own. This is my go to place when shopping to do a clam bake ! Friendly owner operators. read more

Have been in a few times over the years. This review is not about today but have been sitting on it for a few days contemplating. The male owner is the worst. WHERE IS SUZANNE? She's delightful! When one of my neighbors tells me she is back, I will come back in. But until then, no money spent by me. Will be spreading my word to the country club. read more

Lotsa Lobster has been my go-to place for fresh seafood for many years, but they have no Covid mask or distancing requirements. On my most recent visit, masks were voluntary and people were jammed up in line. Some staff had on masks, others did not. I will not be back. read more

I have never been disappointed with their seafood. I regularly buy six pieces of salmon and have them wrapped each individually and placed in one freezer bag. My fav go-to meal. Love the scallops, too. Excellent customer service. Oh...and the fish spread is delicious! read more

Always the freshest and most delicious lobsters. I have them steamed so they're ready when I pick them up. Best family business! Thank you, Lotsa Lobster read more

Friends introduced us to this gem. Lobsters steamed to perfection and cracked for convenience. Delicious white meat. Tasted fresh. Our friends are from Lobstah country and they were very happy with their 2 1/2 lb lobsters. We could only do the 1 and 1/2.lbs lobsters. They were so good I wished I could have eaten more. read more

WOW,WOW,WOW, !!!!!!! The best and freshest seafood in town maybe in the state of Florida Great and very friendly owners and staff members. The pricing is very reasonable ,especially when nothing comes in frozen or pre-frozen.love the crab cakes too and its the only seafood market you can consistently purchase Chilean sea bass OH YEAH BABY,That is correct, you read it right. The Chilean Sea Bass; the best piece of fish you'll ever have in your life. Love it baby just Love it. Oh yeah they have lobsters too, LOL :-) read more

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True great Maine lobster already cooked Whether you want a 1, 1 1/2, 2 lb er they're all great All other shellfish awesome as well. We travel all the way from Lakewood Ranch and well worth the trip read more

Visited the store today and while the customers in line were wearing masks the 3 employees touching and breathing on the seafood were not. I find it reckless and careless to serve food in the height of a pandemic with no disregard for customers Safety. I try to support many of the local restaurants and even cooks working in hot kitchens are wearing masks when serving food to the public. I will not return to this business due to owners careless and reckless health policies. In addition when I asked one fellow why the workers did not have masks on today I was given a very rude answer. no class. Not to mention the store is filthy. read more