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    The Lobster Shack

    4.4 (767 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Sharon E.

    Quick service! Lobster rolls are 32$ each!! its pretty normal for it to be expensive.. but the portions were a bit smaller than what we had earlier in Boston for the same price.. Tasted good with beer..

    Lobster roll and clam chowder
    Lindsay C.

    I'm not the biggest lobster roll fan, as I find that they often don't have much flavor for the cost, but I figured while visiting Ogunquit it was a must-have. The Lobster Shack was running a $32 lunch special including a lobster roll and a cup of clam chowder, so I ordered it to-go and took it down by the water. The lobster roll was GREAT. A huge amount of lobster, nice crisp on the roll, and good flavor. The clam chowder was decent and did the job, but I've definitely had better. It was pretty thin and had a lot of oil. If I returned, I'd skip the chowder and just go with the roll. Service was fast for my to-go order even despite the line down the street at lunchtime. Definitely recommend parking outside Perkins Cove and walking down to it, since you're unlikely to find parking near any of the businesses in the cove itself.

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    Latha P.

    Serving up all things Lobster in a cozy haunt. Located at Perkins cove Ogunquit , we walked into this tiny little spot and we paid upfront to order our meal. We ordered the Lobster roll & Lobster stew .The service was was prompt and the food came out quick. The Roll was quite small and didn't have enough lobster meat to share. Lobster Stew tasted good with chunks of lobster meat . While lobster is pricey , our meal didn't offer much value for money given the size and quantity. Ordering your own meal would be a wise idea. This is one of those local joints to try to support a local family run business.

    Lobster roll combo
    Jessica F.

    This is my family's go to stop in Perkins Cove. We make annual summer trips up to Maine just for a nice walk through Ogunquit and a scrumptious meal at The Lobster Shack. You will not be disappointed by anything on their menu, but I always stick to my usual - a lobster roll combo with seafood chowder. The lobster rolls are filled with fat chunks of fresh Maine lobster - not like other lobster rolls that only contain small pieces of lobster claw meat. The interior is simple with bench style tables and you order at the front before sitting down. There usually line out the door but the wait is worth it. I've also taken my meal to go and just sat outside on a bench or a picnic table.

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    Marni M.

    My family and I came here based on a recommendation from a reliable friend. There were two lines based on if you wanted take out or dine in. We opted for the dine in which took about 15-20 min wait but wasn't a problem since we had to decide what we wanted before walking in. They take your order immediately in which they bring the food directly to your table. It took them less than 10 minutes to prepare everything. The chowder bowl was tasty, filled with potatoes and seafood. But it's more of a soup than a chowder since the viscosity isn't there. The steamers were fresh and purged well while the lobster was sweet and the perfect amount of salty. My mom enjoyed her crab roll which was well stuffed with a side of potato chips and a briny pickle. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our meal and felt the wait was well worth it. The staff were super kind from beginning to the end. The location poises you for a great view of the water and the boats. Would come again to enjoy the New England atmosphere.

    Angelo B.

    Came here the day after trying the lobster roll at Bite into Maine so maybe my standards were too high. Just found the roll here to be okay. The lobster itself wasn't very flavorful. It was priced a few dollars cheaper at $28 Added a clam chowder for $4 (lunch combo). I enjoyed it but not it's not the creamy style. We arrived at opening so there's no wait. But it did get busy. Note it's right in the middle of the touristy area so parking can be tough and expensive. We lucked out because we had just walked the olgunquit narrow and got a free spot at the other end. Did an easy and beautiful 15min walk to get here. And then walked off a few fries on the way back.

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    Joe M.

    We've been coming here once a year for over 25 years. Great service, great personnel, great fresh food. Great beer selection. Head on down to the end of the Cove and have a great meal.

    Lobster roll with chips
    Kari M.

    Great little find! Rustic building but cozy. The lobster roll was delicious. Staff very friendly. Kinda pricey but worth it!

    Cold Lobster roll
    Michelle S.

    While staying adjacent to Perkins Cove, I had to get my fill of lobster rolls, so I switched it up and purchased a cold lobster roll from the Lobster Shack. The roll had a good amount of lobster. I just wish that outside of mayo they seasoned their lobster rolls. I used salt & pepper to give it some flavor, but it would have been next level if there was some chopped onion and celery in there.

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    Stacey W.

    This is the lobster roll i still dream about. On our trip to Maine we ate several lobster rolls and this is the one that stood out from the rest. Perfectly cooked, tender lobster, a touch of mayo, and a buttered and toasted roll. Perfection. The portions are very generous too! From the outside the shack seems fairly unassuming. The staff are friendly, polite, and quick. I highly recommend the lobster shack!

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    Debra T.

    Hands down my favorite for lobster stew!! There's always a bit of a line, but it's well worth it! No nonsense ordering and service. You grab a table after ordering and have a short wait for a delicious bowl of stew full of lobster! If you're looking for romantic, you won't find it here, but if you're looking for a fabulous meal in a fun atmosphere, then you're at the right place!

    Lobster roll and chowder lunch special. YUM
    Jenna W.

    Perfect Maine lunch: a lobster roll, chips, and chowder. The inside is no frills but the owner and his staff will greet you with kindness. We had to wait 10 minutes to enter...no big deal. The wait is for dine in or take out.

    Lobster roll with clam chowder, cole slaw and local beer on draft (Tall Pine?)
    Robert C.

    Enjoyed the flavor of my lobster roll and clam chowder. I received my meal quickly and the staff was friendly. Would definitely be back the next time I visit Maine.

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    The food is absolutely amazing!! The service is top notch as well! And can't beat seafood from Maine!! Only the best lobstahs!!!

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    Ordered the lobster soup . The lobster was really fresh and good . The soup was bland. Very bland . I just ate the lobster .

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    8 months ago

    Great lunch special of chowder and lobster roll. This was our 2nd year coming here and love it.

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