This is a solid location to get a lobster roll for your next meal. Although I passed by their flagship store in Portland, this is my first time trying Luke's. I went during their National Lobster Day special, which was $20 for a 1/4 pound lobster roll and chips. I enjoyed my food as the portion was very fair for the price I paid for. I'm also curious to try their other seafood rolls. Indoors, the place was very clean and the employees were friendly. I enjoyed hearing their takes and they shared how business was still popular despite what's going on in the city. I will definitely tell others to pay a visit and try their lobster roll. read more

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Really like the lobster roll and the chowder. Im probably not the best judge of this as i am from Texas....but it did taste fresh and was delicious. Its a quick hit place. Probably mostly a lunch crowd type of place. Service was friendly and fast. read more

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Walked in and felt like a cozy space with the wooden tables and chairs, the fishing gear decor. Service was great! Server was attentive and ready to offer suggestions. The food is as good as I remember from a different city's Luke's Lobster, which means there's very high quality control! Still love the crab roll the best, but the shrimp and lobster were excellent! I love that there's not much sauce and the fillings truly highlight the flavor of the food (shrimp, crab, lobster). Thank you for a great meal! read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Interior - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I've searched all over and this is the best lobster roll money can buy! Quick & friendly service. The bread is so fresh and the butter so silky. This life changing spice blend is the kind've thing dreams are made of. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Luke's serves up a solid lobster roll. If you like lobster rolls, you'll like this one. It has a good amount of lobster meat, served chilled, with butter. I would prefer if the lobster was warm and if the bun was toasted more. Service was basic but very fast. The place has fun New England-style decor. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Yeah, pretty straight forward spot. It's a chain that does a good lobster roll. They have just a bunch of different variations which I think can get to be a little too much. Like In-n-out survives and keeps the menu simple, I think Luke's could follow that too. Outside of that, lobster rolls are expensive and small in general. Same here. But it was delicious and bread super soft. Service was good and didn't take too long. Restaurant inside was very homey, lots of wood and new england vibes. Not super large though. All in all, solid spot, pretty straight forward. read more

Pricy but delish lobster roll. You can choose 4, 6, or 8 oz of meat. I found the 6 oz to be perfect. It's prepared just as it is in Maine, with split toasted brioche bun. Every bite has delicious chunks of claw meat. The NE clam chowder was delish also. It's not a daily meal but worth it as a treat. Next best thing to being in Maine. read more

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Quality!!! Simple storefront lobster shack in the Penn Quarter, the menu is light, yes buttered brioche buns can be light, lobster was cooked perfectly with pops of flavor. We ordered the lobster roll flight with a couple sides of poppy slaw. The hot honey butter was hands down the best option, great kick of heat. Second up the truffle butter with fresh dill. The slaw is light and too dressed up. Quality wins at Lukes. read more

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Great place for a lobster roll. However, it's incredibly expensive but delicious. I usually get the seafood roll flight, which are 3 mini sandwiches (shrimp, crab & lobster). Delicious! However, today I had the lobster bisque because there's a chill in the air. I didn't care for it at all. Had a bitter taste to it. Edible but not at all what i expected. On the bright side, service was excellent. Very friendly staff. read more

I'm not the biggest fan of lobster but coming to Luke's Lobster changed my mind completely. I LOVED their lobster roll! If I remember I got a truffle butter lobster roll which was inhaled (honestly). Small menu which typically lets me know that they specialize in one type of food and boyyy did they specialize in it. Service isn't anything too remarkable but they did have a welcoming environment! A little pricey ~20-30 for a lobster roll and a drink, so putting it at 4/5 but that's a personal opinion of mine. Seating is a little limited at this location but coming an hour before closing wasn't super crowded! read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Looked at a lot of yelp photos before ordering from here for lunch. Wanted to treat myself and a coworker to something good and was neither dissatisfied nor "wow'd". A lot of pictures on yelp seem to have a lot of big chunks of claw meat. I ordered two rolls and both did not look as expected. The 1/8 of a pickle spear is also a little sad. Not the worst but for what you pay for it could definitely be better read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - 4oz Lobster Roll, Salt and Vinegar Chips, 1/8 of a pickle - $26 - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

After doing a ton of walking in DC, we decided to stop in for a quick bite to eat and I'm so glad we did. I haven't had a lobster roll this good in ages! I know this place is a chain, but you can see why since they're doing it right when it comes to their delicious crustacean sandwiches. There was no line when we arrived so ordering was quick & painless. They even do online orders. I went with a seasonal specialty item: Truffle Butter Lobster Roll. It was served on a crispy buttered roll with chilled lobster & a white truffle butter sauce. I'm salivating thinking about it because it was so incredibly delicious if you're a fan of truffle. The lobster was succulent and fresh, but that truffle butter was IT! Sitting outside in the shade with a nice breeze was the perfect setting for enjoying my delicious lunch. I'll definitely be back & will probably order some to be shipped too lol. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Truffle butter Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Must try! We got a cup of lobster bisque($11). The base was a tad salty but the huge lobster claw meat was appreciated. The lobster roll ($28) came with chips and a drink. It came cold but you can get it warm and cooked in butter. (the cashier didn't ask :() I will be back to try the clam chowder and the shrimp and crab roll flight. Everyone was kind and there's outdoor seating. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Lobster bisque and lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I know this is a chain, but it was so worth visiting!! Everything was a 10/10. I wasn't even convinced I was going to like the food here, but when in Rome, right? My expectations were greatly exceeded! I would definitely recommend trying the sampler! It was a good way to try out all the different rolls without committing! The lobster bisque soup was delicious, and so creamy! The indoor seating area was very small. I wouldn't recommend going in here to dine with a large group (larger than 4). The service is okay. Counter order, nothing spectacular. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Trio/ sampler (Lobster Roll, Shrimp Roll, Crab Roll), and lobster bisque (small) - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Nothing special here. Saw a bunch of instagram ads that this place was good. Basic lobster roll but the pricing is KILLER. I get lobster is expensive but at the same point the size of a hot dog bun lobster roll for $40 is not it for me. Service was below subpar. Their workers clearly don't care about getting any kind of business. read more

Very lovely staff greets you with a smile. The lobster rolls earn the 4 stars. I'm picky about lobster rolls and have definitely had my share of 5 star rolls. I expect rolls that are a bit more buttery and tender. These fell a little short. Nevertheless, a warm and friendly staff always enhance the experience. read more

Flavorful clam chowder. Had the lobster flight. Delicious. Sat at front window and enjoyed my audiobook. read more

Delicious lobster roll! The lobster roll combo was the perfect lunch. Lobster was fresh and big chunks in the buttery roll was a mouth watering delight. The local soda was a nice addition. Will definitely return! read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Lobster rolls, chips, and local soda. - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We appreciated the gluten free soup and sandwiches options. We had three bowls of calm chowder. One bowl was great, and the other two were very salty. The crab sandwich was fantastic. Had four drinks. The bill was $80. This was a light meal. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - New England clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Stopped in here during a visit to D.C. and got the 6oz lobster roll and clam chowder. 10/10...both. The lobster roll was loaded with lobster and was the perfect pairing with a hot bowl of chowder. Service was good. Ordered at the window & food was brought out pretty quickly. This is really a great spot to pop-in and eat real quick. Seating is a limited, but again, this is a great spot to eat and go. The interior is what I imagine lobster spots are like in Maine. Definitely adding this spot to my D.C. restaurant list. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Pricey, but absolutely worth every penny! Friendly service and delicious food. The price for the rolls includes chips and a beverage. It is a very small space, but they also have a couple tables outside as well. Gluten free rolls are available and are actually good! Found out they have a location in Philly and can't wait to check that one out since it's closer to home. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Lobster roll (6oz) - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Mind. Blown. I don't think I've ever had an authentic lobster roll and Luke's did not disappoint. Make sure to check them out if you're in the area for a real treat! read more

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What a treat!! Gluten free lobster roll was delicious! The lobster was plentiful, even though it was the smallest size. The GF bread was amazing- possibly the best roll I've had. It was by Hilltop Hearth. Comes with chips and a great selection of fun drinks. The employees were extremely nice and friendly. Not much seating but we managed to find a spot together. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Gluten free lobster roll - the smallest size. Delicious. - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Love Luke's Lobster and this visit was no different! Great every single time! I was so happy lol... read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Warm 8oz and 12 oz lobster bisque - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Tried the truffle lobster roll (Connecticut style with warm butter), and I was in heaven! This place is not stingy on their lobster! Very friendly staff too. One of the best lobster rolls I've ever had. Super fresh. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Truffle Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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I'm a lobster roll novice so I can't say I'm an expert on this, but my fave has been at Legal Seafood - mainly because it was served warm. Here, the lobster was cold. However, the price point is great for the amount of lobster you get. Worth a try when nearby. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Lobster roll - compared to the size of small chips - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

The lobster rolls are good and fresh seafood. There isn't too much mayo or bread which I love. Have to say service was not good. I ordered three rolls but only two were rung up so had to pay separately for the thrift which is ok. Requested all to go when I ordered and they were brought out on plates. When we said we requested to go, we were given dirty looks and sighs. We asked for an extra bag to carry the chips and drinks that came with the combo roll and the bag was thrown at us. For a sandwich that cost $50 we would expect a bit nicer service without an attitude. read more

Still three stars. I always hope it will be more. The rolls are always tasty. I still want the bread to be extra toasted with a little more butter. Today the clam chowder was ridiculously salty. I couldn't finish it. As always, the store always has the sweetest employees. read more

I ordered DoorDash to my hotel and when the food got to me it was amazing. I got the crab roll and clam chowder. The roll was overflowing with crab meat and tasted so fresh. The clam chowder also was filled with clams and was delicious. One thing to remember make sure you order cutlery with your meal if ordering it from DoorDash, had clam chowder with no way to eat it, so had to drink it from the container. That was totally my fault for not making sure I put I needed cutlery with my order. read more

Luke's Lobster in Penn Quarter is my go-to spot for a quick, delicious seafood fix. The lobster rolls are packed with fresh, buttery chunks of lobster, and the laid-back vibe makes it a perfect place to unwind. Follow my IG account for Curated Google Maps list for brunch, happy hours, rooftops, parks, wineries & more in the DMV area: @yourdmvbestie read more

Fantastic Lobster Roll restaurant conveniently located near Downtown D.C. We ordered Luke's Trio which came with one shrimp, crab, and lobster roll. The roll was about half the size of a full roll, but they really pack the seafood in - I was comfortably full after finishing the three rolls. The rolls are lightly seasoned, slightly chilled, and really focus on the freshness of the seafood. Luke's Trio comes with a side of chips that you select from a chip rack yourself after checking out. Small restaurant with minimal seating. When we visited, there were only a couple parties dining in/picking up orders so we were able to grab a bar seat by the windows. When we left, they asked us how our meal was, which was appreciated and left our visit on a positive note. Highly recommend if you are in the area. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Menu as of November 2022 - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Pricey but so worth it, especially for someone out of town! I had the soup first, which was delicious with real chunks of clam. The rolls were a bit cold by the time I got to them but the bread was still toasty. The spicy flavor was most evident. Truffle and lemon pepper were both good too. Would definitely come back again!! read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Lobster Roll Flight - sooooo good! - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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When you're in the mood for a lobster roll...nothing in its place will do!! Well...I was in this mood. I ran up on this spot called Luke's, in downtown D.C. They have different flavored rolls!! That was enough for me...LET'S GO!! . Where I am: @lukeslobster . Location Reviewed: 624 E St., N.W. . Menu Includes: 2,4, or 6 ounce fresh lobster, shrimp, or crab rolls. Lemon butter, Mala butter, & Truffle butter flavors. Lobster Mac n Cheese , Lobster Bisque, Clam Chowder, Slaw, Kettle Chips, & Craft Beverages. . Items Reviewed: Their Flight-3 two ounce lobster rolls 1-Lemon Butter-STAMP!! The scrumptious traditional taste!! You can never fail lobster with butter & lemon!! 2-Mala Butter-A creamy, Old Bay'ish, Aioli'ish, delectable, roll with a tip of spicy in it!! 3-Truffle Butter a lite but pungent truffle sauce, that blended perfectly with this roll!! Their 6 ounce Crab Roll (Jonah crabmeat, with lemon butter, & a toasted bun $25). STAMP!! Fresh, the ingredients blended well, & tasty!! Their 6 ounce Shrimp Roll (with wild caught shrimp, lemon butter, Luke's seasoning, & a toasted bun $17). LIKE THAT!! Their 8 ounce Lobster Bisque (with chunks of claw meat $10). STAMP!! Creamy, buttery, & filled with plenty of protein!! Their 8 ounce Clam Chowder (with potatoes, onions, & wild caught clam $7). DELICIOUS!! Good, it just needed more flavor. Their Blueberry Lemonade ($3). STAMP!! You tasted the honey in this!! . Customer Service: On Point . Online Navigation: Super Easy . Parking: Rough/Metered/Enforced . Recommendations: Any Lobster Roll. =STAMP =LIKE THAT =DELICIOUS =DECENT =PASS =NAH #Bigschlimsreviews read more

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This was an unexpected visit out or a check in during the week for me because I had family in town from Portland for a conference at the Marriott Marquis. So basically, with that being said my Cuzn's wifey wanted to grab something quick to eat that was close because she been in meetings all day at the conference. Well you obviously know what I did. I was like, Let consult Yelp!.. haha.. Seafood is her thing, so we discovered Luke's Lobster.. We choose to walk there and allow the opportunity to view the city at the same time. Forgive me, I feel like I'm being a little long winded this time. Ok, I must say to me the spot is a little cramped in space. However, it's definitely a switch up in variety compared to the other restaurants in the area. The gentleman taking out was kool and pleasant. Straight forward, no extra-ness...Good service and awareness throughout our visit. Now we got all that out of the way, the food of my choice that I recommend is the Lobster Bisque soup and the King Crab Lobster Roll/ Sandwich. This was a little different. Just make sure your request to have the sandwich prepared hot not cold.. Basically, warm the crab meat up. It literally comes straight from the shell, so it was more like room temperature. If not for that little alterations, it would be 5 Stars! Nevertheless I do recommend this spot.. read more

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I have tried a lot of lobster rolls and I always find myself coming back to Luke's. It's fast casual and they are pricey (but what lobster roll isn't'?) but the combo of the quality of the lobster and the flavor always keeps me coming back. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Lobster Roll - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Staff wasn't that friendly. Place as dirty with previous customer's food scraps.. We had to clean the table ourselves. Food is typical, like every other luke's lobster flavor. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Easy to order on the tablet. Some high top seating inside or you can order to go. The employee was nice and super fast with my to-go order (I waited probably less than 10 mins). I ordered the lobster roll flight ($38), which came with three different 2 oz rolls. I didn't really taste a huge difference between two of them, but they were all still really gooood. Ate all 3 pretty quickly. I also ordered a regular 4oz lobster roll with the lobster mac & drink combo ($37). The lobster meat portion was good, and it was served chilled in a toasted split bun. The lobster mac & cheese was just okay, and I could probably do without it next time. After tip, it came to a little over $80 for everything. A little pricey but it was definitely yummy! Parking: Only saw street metered parking out front but no open spaces (it was a weekday around 2pm), so my husband just hovered in a passenger drop off/pickup spot across the street while I went in to order. read more

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Expensive but quite good. Look, it's not a sit s as no serve, you order from a counter and grab a drink. Sandwich came out quick - both the shrimp and crab sandwiches were very good. Staff, meh. Bathroom, locked the entire time we were there. Suspect they didn't want to clean it. Quality seafood. read more

Luke's Lobster is a family owned Maine seafood business, founded by third-generation lobsterman. They opened a seafood production business in 2013 that bought directly from fisherman they know and trust. In 2020, they launched an online market, and blew up; they now have shack locations in ten US states, Japan, and Singapore. Despite rapid expansion, their dedication to quality persists. This location in downtown DC is cute and cozy, with a small amount of indoor seating. The staff were genuinely hospitable. The menu has a concise Maine seafood deli theme, but with unique options like truffle butter and spicy honey. Prices are high, but so is the quality of ingredients. I opted for their Luke's Trio, which is three different 2 oz rolls: crab, lobster, and shrimp. Each was delicious in its own right, my favorite being the crab. I have been to several other Luke's locations, and usually prefer their lobster, but here, it was overly chewy. Perhaps an off day. I still love Luke's, and will always recommend them. read more

Luke's Lobster Penn Quarter - Luke's Trio - Seafood Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Stopped by before a play at the Shakespeare Theater Company; I've been aware of Luke's Lobster for a while, and I am partial to the occasional lobster roll, but the price was always a bit off-putting, albeit understandable given the delicacy. That said, I figured I'd treat myself for my birthday. There was no line, and the staff was very friendly upon my arrival. The clerk was amiable in conversation and explained the menu very well. The place was clean and elegantly decorated like a dockside fishmonger, though not excessively cartoonish in its aesthetic like a Long John Silvers. I settled for a 6oz lobster roll, which included a drink and Cape Cod chips. (I went with a Maine-produced root beer), for a hefty $40, but it was well worth it. The lobster roll itself was phenomenal; warm and buttery, the lobster meat was fresh, savory and a little sweet, complemented by the citric kick of the lemon butter drizzle, and paired well with a frothy root beer and lightly salted crisps. Overall, quite a delightful lunch. Overall, Luke's Lobster isn't somewhere I'd dine every day given the considerable price tag, but it is certainly somewhere I'd visit on special occasions. read more