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    Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls - Bloomington

    3.4 (31 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Bob A.

    I'm not a big seafood guy, but I've recently had occasion to try some lobster rolls and it got my curiosity up. A local Twitter personality referenced Mason's as a favorite quick MOA option so I decided to try it out. My first impression is about the price. All their rolls start at $19.95. I guess that's what you have to pony up for lobster meat in suburban Minnesota, but if you're prepared for that price tag, you'll probably feel like you got what you came for. I got the Classic Lobster Roll, which normally uses cold meat but I asked for the warm-meat version. It's got a great amount of meat and a veritable ocean of garlic butter. I dug it. It's definitely different from most of what you'll obtain over the Mall of America's many food counters, and maybe I'd be happier about the transaction if I were more into lobster. Service was friendly and fast. Comes with a lemon wedge. Save some room for nearby Beard Papa's!

    Connecticut Roll
    Jono B.

    I thought it was good. Very buttery, maybe too buttery, but delicious nonetheless. Not as good as the lobster rolls I've had in Boston but still a good spot in the mall of America.

    Classic lobster roll and clam chowder
    Maricel A.

    I first tried Mason's earlier this week and came back for more the next day! The amount of lobster packed into the roll is amazing. Every bite is so flavorful. The toast is very fluffy and buttery! Every bite was delicious. The staff was very friendly as well (both cashier and cook).

    Menu 12/19/2021
    Kathy T.

    Visiting the area and excited to try some lobster rolls. When we got up to the cash register area to order, there was one young man sitting on his phone. He was a bit rude and short and didn't converse or look happy to be there. The other lady that made the rolls was much better and provided more customer service. There are a few choices related to the sauce on the roll, as well as whether you liked it warmed or cold. I would recommend the warmed lobster roll with butter, as that was really yummy. You only get the lobster roll for the price, no extras like a bag of chips (other lobster rolls typically have a bag of chips and maybe some cole slaw). Prices ranged from $17.95-$22. I was a bit surprised at how much smaller it was compared to other rolls I have eaten before. However, it was very yummy and would recommend at least trying it out.

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    Beth C.

    The service here was good, the food lackluster. Paying $20 for a salad, I expect a meal, not something the size of a fast food side salad with those exact same accouterments, the exception being the lobster. Mind you, the lobster was delicious, but as you can see from the picture, I had more tomato than lobster. It also came with a dressing packet of the sort sold by a bulk supply company. For a $20 salad, I expect a lot more. My son had the plain macaroni and cheese, and he thought it was just okay; he was happier with the bag of chips. Maybe their sandwiches are where they excel, I dunno, but based on this expensive mediocre experience, I'm not going to try this stand again.

    Connecticut roll with potato salad
    Sarah E.

    Great sandwich, albeit small for the price. The Connecticut roll had nice flavor, lots of butter. The potato salad left something to be desired, it really had very little flavor or seasoning. I added a bunch of black pepper just to get some taste. The main issue was the staff. There was one gent working on the kitchen, then there was another guy on the register. Once he took the orders, he went and played on his phone instead of helping the one and only other employee with getting the orders out. He could definitely use some retraining.

    Bar Harbor Connecticut lobster roll.
    Dan T.

    Just opened July 8th in Mall of America. The staff was very personable which was a nice change for grabbing something even near a mall food court. Yes...I know MOA isn't your typical mall, but you know what I'm saying. One of the best lobster rolls I've had since being stationed on the East coast. Since we were visiting from the Des Moines metro one of the things the owner said really grabbed my attention. Said he's looking to expand to the Des Moines IA area too... I can strongly recommend the Bar Harbor Connecticut lobster roll! Almost better than.... Almost.

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    I have been to the Bloomington location and Shakopee. The Lobster rolls are awesome. So are the fried green beans

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    Food was good. Very small portions. Besides that amazing lobster for being in Minnesota.

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    SO GOOD. Best lobster roll I've had in MN, I had the Connecticut roll with lemon and mayo and it was delicious.

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    The lobster rolls are delicious. Also, lobster bisque, lobster salad and potato salad were all good.

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    As a Mainer... definitely not like a lobster roll back home. Roll was good but lobster had no flavor also had to much pepper.

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    4 years ago

    Great food, but small sandwich for the price. I wouldn't eat there everyday, but for the occasional splurge, it's worth the money.

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    4 years ago

    My mom and i love these lobster rolls!! I had them twice in one day and i'm about to go again i cant get enough.

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    Owner says it was lobster so I stand corrected. At the end of the day it was a good sandwich. I would eat it again.

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