I used to really like this place. Live food is gone downhill and a price on sky high.

Been a regular for 49 years. Not anymore. New ownership has ruined the place. Prices are up, quality is down. All good things must come to an end. read more

Loved all the food. The place could be kept a bit nicer. Would go back 3 different stations. Fried foods. Boiled lobster. Beverage. read more

Markey's Lobster Pool - Boiled lobsters raw clams fried haddock fried shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Seabrook, New Hampshire

Best service around...Manager is attentive kind and welcoming,!!!! Can't say enough good things

A little history, at least from our experiences at Markey's over the past couple of years to today. So my understanding is that at least for over a year from today (maybe for 3 years) they've been trying to sell Markey's and during that time we saw the food quality and taste go down. Maybe the people selling it just wanted out and didn't care? So today, having heard Markey's had been sold, we figured we'd give it another try. We were NOT impressed. The fried food was greasy and pretty much tasteless. Don't know what else to say...we ordered a clam/scallop plate and fried oysters, and tossed most of the fried oysters away. What we did eat wasn't much better. The Cole slaw wasn't very good either. Certainly not the same Cole slaw recipe used by the previous owners at Markey's. Sad but we won't be going back any time soon. read more

The haddock plate was disappointing. I don't think it was even haddock. It used to be thicker and so flavorful. This tasted bland and like pollock. Plates are smaller and prices are higher. Even the containers for ketchup or tartar sauce are tiny. read more

It can be pricy, for sure, but wow what a loaded lobster roll. You definitely get your money's worth on that. The steamed lobsters can be selected, cooked, and cracked for you per request, but that definitely can get steep. The view is gorgeous and definitely worth taking a trip to see. Wish they did a hot lobster roll! read more

Maybe we'll try Browns next time. $65 for two of us, we both got the half and half of haddock/clam strips. Strips were like scraps of batter and not very much clam strip, haddock was dry and overcooked. All the fried food was dark and seemed either overcooked or cooked in oil that should of been changed. Food wasn't awful, but it wasn't really very good either. One other person with us got scallops and although they looked dark he said they were good. We will probably hit browns next time and see where they are at, but I'm afraid our time at Markey's may be at an end. read more

Terrible. Thin oily clam chowder with almost no clams. chicken strips were huge chick breasts pounded flat with excessive breadcrumbs and over cooked. Tuna roll was plain glob tuna. Added a tip but I regretted this later as no service provided. Pick up food at counter and police your own table. read more

Lunch at Markeys was extremely disappointing. Let me start with the lobster rolls. If there's one thing here that should be great, it better be the lobster rolls. We had two lobster roll. Less than "meh". While the portion was generous (probably 5 oz), the meat itself consisted of mostly shredded lobster meat w excessive mayo. The biggest disappointment was the lobster meat: if you aren't going to get serious chunks of tail, knuckles, and the heart of the claw, there's no reason to get a lobster roll, because it's not going to be bursting with sweet lobster flavor. We also got fried clams and the kids got greasy burgers. Other special there. I would go out of my way to stay away and try other better options that care more about a distinctive culinary experience. This was about mass production. read more

Best steamers around ! Love the community tables! Wide-open place really good for kids and family! Prices are a little high but you get what you pay for. Staff is very friendly. read more

Markey's Lobster Pool - Summertime! - Seafood Near Me - Seabrook, New Hampshire

Your basic seafood and lobster joint. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, which is a good thing since they get crowded at mealtimes. And now that Brown's is closed due to their fire, Markey's is likely to be even busier. We had the lobster roll, calamari plate, etc., all standard fare and all of it fried. Service was fast and reasonably friendly. Kind of pricey for what it was but our cravings were satisfied. Probably the best deal was the Markey's baseball cap for $4! read more

One star is being generous. The lobster roll tasted day old and the clam strips were cold when I picked them up. Multiple customers were complaining as I waited to place my order. It should have been a sign. Never again will I eat here. Disgusting. read more

First, don't order the lobster roll if you are expecting large pieces of lobster. it is shredded lobster mixed with mayonnaise much like you would do a chicken salad. Second, counter employees need to be trained to answer questions correctly. when I specifically asked does your lobster roll have large pieces of meat the counter person said yes. Third, fries ordered well done were not well done. Had it not been takeout and I was eating in the restaurant both items would've been returned. read more

This is an ok seafood restaurant. The food is not great, but also not terrible. The steamer clams were the best thing that we had. It used to be way better and the quality has definitely declined. However, eating in the deck outside was a beautiful view. read more

I just got back from a late Lunch and have always had a great meal at Markey's. Today I had Clam Chowder and I had clams strips instead of whole clams this time. The Chowder was great and couldn't finish the Clam Strip plate there was so much food on it, It was crispy and not greasy. I was on my way out and someone had spilled a tray at the bottom of the stairs. I told the girls cleaning it up that I was OK and would wait until they were done. There was a gentleman at a table next to where I was standing doing paperwork, he pointed out that there was another door to exit. I told him I was going to order something else before I left and he asked what I needed, I told him a piece of cheesecake for desert to take home. He got up and went to order it for me and told me it was on him, I thanked him but I want him to know I really appreciate his kindness. read more

When you walk in , the smell of old frying oil hits you in the face. We got clam plates with onion rings that couldn't have been skimpier for $30. The clams were burnt and the onion rings were grease city. Yuk !! The one star is for cheap beer and the nice young man that took our order. read more

What the??? For over twenty years my family and I have LOVED the lobster rolls here, swearing they were the BEST in the whole country. Visited 11.3.18, and was served a lobster roll that still tasted fine, but what in the world is that shredded stuff mixed in? Crab meat? Where did the exquisite chunks of lobster meat go? SOooo disappointing! And still nearly $$20... read more

Markey's Lobster Pool - Markey's lobster roll with mystery shredded ?lobster ?crab meat? Noooo!!! - Seafood Near Me - Seabrook, New Hampshire

Fresh seafood great take out or eat in Comparable prices for the area Service quick & courteous Parking plenty and very close to my "Doll House" read more

My husband and I went there to celebrate Father's Day and we have been going there for many years we had just been there in April for his birthday and it was very good but this was a bad experience I ordered a haddock they gave me baked scallops the difference was the haddock 22.50 and the baked scallops was 29.95 I cannot eat scallops so I went back and asked for the haddock they did not understand when we were ordering in the first place and messed the oder up so I asked for the different in money and she told me it was the same price didn't want to argue so I told her I would never come back my husband went back and told her there was a difference she had to get the manager in the manager gave him the money I feel that the place has gone downhill the portions of food are not the same they're about half in the quality of food was not good when I got home I went to eat my food and it was not good quality my cat enjoyed it for 73 dollars it was not worth it ​ read more

Celebrate any occasion here! The dinner plates are overflowing and you can feed an entire table of people 5-8 with three platters and steamers/corn. Make sure to try all three Clam chowder Fish chowder Lobster bisque They were all so good i cant pick a fav April NH read more

Holy fried food! It's worth a trip to the beach just to go to Markey's Lobster Pool. Fried clams to die for, served with plenty of french fries. Add a side of onion rings and you have a feast! If it's a nice day and you can sit on the porch it's the kind of stuff dreams are made of. read more

YUM, this was probably the best fried shrimp I've had. I got the medium shrimp box. Very fresh. My daughter also got a lobster roll and loved it, and my mom got the fish and chips (it's not on the menu, but we asked for it). Fish was very fresh. Anyway, really great for a quick bite if you're in the mood for fried food. read more

My review is strictly for those of you who want to try their lobster roll and bisque. I cannot comment on other foods, like fried stuff. I saw a show on Travel Channel about Markey's and Brown's, separated by a highway going into Seabrook, so I tried both of them at the same time. Lobster roll: at the time of this writing (May2013), Markey's cost: $11.95, Brown's=$13.50. Markey's for the win, with tons more lobster meat, about an inch longer, also with less mayo flavor. Roll was better at Brown's, buttered, flat at the bottom, a traditional lobster roll. Both were made with absolutely freshest meat, boil a lobster, use the meat to make the sandwich. Lobster Bisque: The difference is that Markey's is the REAL lobster bisque you'd find at a French bistro. It also has tons of lobster meat. Brown's may be a crowd pleaser, if you like creamy clam chowder. This one was plenty creamy but no lobster meat at all. So all things considered - Markey's for the win. Oh, they have better chairs. Brown's got a better view, of the nuclear reactor. read more

Markey's Lobster Pool - Markey's to the left, Brown's to the right. - Seafood Near Me - Seabrook, New Hampshire

We stopped here as we tooled around New England - to bring my spouse up to 50 states visited. That said, we LOVE lobster, and had to pick between Markey's and Brown's. My wife had cherry stone clams for the very first. time. Delicious! The odd? We wanted female lobsters, hoping to get the roe. They asked if wanted the eggs "washed out" - we said HUH? Seems the locals don't like the eggs? We said, keep the eggs for sure, they even wrote it on the receipt. In asking - they said - well, you have to cook the lobster longer to make sure the eggs are "cooked", and the meat gets tough. We said, cook the female lobster just as you would the male! The reply - well, some of the eggs may still be black. - hmmm - we love caviar - go for it. And yes, we had eggs, and some were black and some were red - and ALL were delicious - the meat was perfect, the eggs were perfect, and the cherrystone clams were great as well. We just had to make sure they knew what we wanted. Oh - and bring CASH. read more

Excellent seafood and lobster. Plenty of seating inside overlooking the tidal pool. Prices are competitive with other seafood places. I ordered a Haddock Sandwich and it was huge. There is one line to order the fried seafoods and sandwiches; a separate counter for lobster and steamers, and then there is another counter to order beer and wine. I've also been to Brown's many times too. I feel Markey's has better fried foods. Browns doesn't sell alcohol but you're welcome to BYOB. You also order lobster and can tell the person at the lobster pool, what size you want. I've seen some pretty big ones come out of there...so those might be considerations if people are trying to decide beween the two. I like Markey's atmosphere -- for me, it doesn't have such a hectic feel to it. Service is quick and friendly. read more

Lobster Rolls It's a seafood shack, plain and simple. They item to try is the lobster roll. A packed roll with claws and tail meat never too chopped up. No lettuce no very little mayo. Tip: Ask for a side of drawn butter. It's cash only and the roll will set you back 15 bucks but it's worth it. People like Brown's but Markey's is my choice. Try them both and make your decision. Thanks read more

Overstuffed, meaty, buttery, toasty lobster roll. Sweet steamers with endless butter and broth. Sam Summer ale in a plastic cup. Fried shrimp, scallops and fries. Short lines, beautiful back deck, picnic table, perfect sunset. I love New Hampshire. read more

Markey's Lobster Pool - Two lobster rolls, scallops, shrimp, fries, and a side of beautiful view. - Seafood Near Me - Seabrook, New Hampshire

I've been twice and twice the food was average. Everything is over cooked. I had haddock plate, over cooked and very dry. I tried the clams another visit and they were dry and over cooked also. Brown's is my next try. I was so hoping for great seafood. read more

Awesome to sit near the water and the food cafe out quickly. The problem with the food coming out quickly, was that it was cold and the lobster roll was more like a mayonnaise roll. Overall, a decent place if you're in the area and looking for some atmosphere and/or drinks read more

Markey's Lobster Pool - Lobster roll and water view - Seafood Near Me - Seabrook, New Hampshire

Pitiful, Feeble attempt at a restaurant. I have no idea how they continue to stay open. i went with my wife and got the steamers, a fried combo platter, cup of chouda and the fried oysters. Seventy dollars later I have a stomach ace and I am staring into the trash can that I have just tossed the food into. This place has been around for a very long time. I recall a time when it was the place to go but that seems like a lifetime ago. The chouda was like dishwater and the fried food was so overcooked that it felt like battered rubber bands in my mouth. The place is cash only but I suggest you keep your cash in your pocket. read more

Markey's Lobster Pool - Seafood Near Me - Seabrook, New Hampshire

Not sure why other review were not better, other than the lobster roll (I did not order) that I saw wasn't I have seen. Lobster Bisque, Clam Chowder and the mixed seafood platter was all great. Scallops awesome, as was the Haddock. Fries just okay. Clams were good, but bot the best that I have had. read more

I guess all good thing do come to an end cause we ordered fried haddock dinner, a tuna roll and two large haddock chowders to go and this was the worst haddock dinner and chowder I have ever had. Look like they changed there batter recipe. The chowder had 1 potato and 2 very small pieces of haddock and they changed the recipe on there chowder too and how do you make a tuna roll taste so bad . THANK YOU I WILL SAVE A LOT OF MONEY THIS YEAR CAUSE I WILL NEVER BE BACK. read more

Catching up on reviews...was here last August 12th during vacation to east coast. They had 2 whole lobsters(1-1/4-1-1/2 lbs) for $21.99 only! What a bargain!compared to the fine dining. A very casual restaurant, you order and pick up and find seats. Ordered corn with our lobsters and oh boy!can't get enough of it!. Therefore on our last day, we had to go back to Markey's for last lobster treat! This time we had 2 orders - 4 lobsters total!!! YUMMMMMMMM!!!!! We also tried the clam strips and it was good too. Next time we'll try the lobster and crab roll. We drove 30 minutes from our hotel in Tewksbury, MA to Seabrook,NH! :) it was so worth it! read more

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FOR STARTERS -- THEY TAKE CASH ONLY, ATM INSIDE IF NEEDED If you are in the Hampton / Seabrook area and looking for cafeteria style seafood you have a few places to choose from. Interestingly, you have Markey's on one side of route 286 and Brown's on the other. Want to talk about friendly competition? I have been to Markey's several times but have not had the lobster although many people do get them and little-neck clams. They have lobsters of many different sizes in elaborate tanks with circulating water. I have had the clam strips, fried scallops, fried shrimp and french fries over the times I have been here. My mom had a lobster roll the last time I went and it had a bunch of knuckle and claw meat in it. The hot dog roll was packed so I would consider it to be a decent deal. I can say the food is so consistently good that I have never tried Brown's. Why do I need to if I found a place I enjoy? I don't find the fried food to be very greasy at all. The food is always made to order and hot and they call out your number when the food is ready. They have a decent size indoor seating area and a smaller outside section on the marsh. Some might say that the place is for tourists that are visiting the areas but the parking lot always has MA and NH license plates so I believe that the food is good enough that locals frequent it as well. read more

Garbage. Over rated. Over priced. Skip this place. Over cooked clams and scallops. The lobster roll was decent. But nothing I'd ever go back for. Skip this place. You want great? Go to Bob's Clam Hut in Kittery. And if you own Markey's, I suggest you also go there so you can see what good fried seafood should taste like. Don't waste your time and money. read more

This was a really fun find; thank you yelp! I went here after a long hike, and this was a great stop... of course, we overlooked the fact that it was mother's day. The place was packed, but we still managed to find a table. The first thing you have to do when you get here is to have one person go claim a table. The other person heads up to one of the three counters. There's one for fried food, one for the Lobsters (and salad strangely) and a third for the Steamers. If you want steamers fries and a lobster, that means waiting in three lines... (and also minus one star for them) You walk up to the counter and place an order. For the lobsters, they actually bring your living lobster from the jumping tank up to the counter. You can see it being weighed and make sure its lively. They then drop it in a bag with a thick wooden handle that is hung in a giant boiling tank. They hand you a number, and 15 minutes later your lobster is ready. The steamers were done in a similar manner, except it only took a few minutes for them to be ready. For 11 bucks, you got a good sized bag. Still a bit pricey... but when you're going for freshness, and following it with a lobster... I suggest ordering the lobster first, then getting the steamers. You should be finishing them off just as the Lobster finishes being cooked. The Lobsters were pretty consistently awesome. The claws on one of them had started to atrophy, but when we got to the tail... best piece of lobster meat I'd ever had. The Prices weren't too high, or really a great deal either. 10.99 a lb for medium lobster (1.25-1.5lbs). The Salad (3.50) was mostly iceberg lettuce, however the blue cheese dressing was mostly blue cheese... so that made up for it. The fun part about this place is that its a great cross section of locals (there was a high school date behind us with 4 of their friends sitting at the next table making fun of them, and a family out for mothers day behind us) and tourists (a group of girls were by the counter with one of them having her picture taken with a huge lobster) from just about everywhere. Its a big place, but it does get crowded. I'd suggest going in the summer, and trying to get a seat by the deck. Its a nice view when the sun sets. Also, bring a bit of a group. This will really help with the having one person to hold your table, and people to hit the different lines. Good luck splitting the bill! read more

Good place to eat on the water. Good seafood and lobster. Family friendly, casual dining establishments. Order at the counter and pick- up food. Service is fast. read more

The best ever. Whenever I come out from LA I have to get clams in Ipswich and Lobsta at Markey's. Eat outside and pig out! I wanna go tomorrow, but I cannot! If you get there before me, take selfie with a claw. read more

The selection and food was good. I had a fish sandwich and clam cake with coleslaw. My wife had clams and onion rings. The owner Joyce was quite obnoxious using her cell phone on speaker in the dining area. read more