Lobster Joint
“A Connecticut style lobster roll (warm with butter), fries, coleslaw, pickle and a can of coke!”
“The backyard has a fun, relaxed feel perfect for groups sharing a pitcher of beer or one of the house cocktails.”
“This fun restaurant is a serious competitor to Luke's Lobster (another 5-star favorite of mine).”
Lobster Joint
Delivery: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
8 reviews
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I went in last night at about 6:15 and sat at the bar by myself and had the nicest time shmoozing with the bartender. It was happy hour so I ordered an Allagash White for $4 and had the Lobster Macaroni and Cheese; it was awesome and exactly what I needed. Little seashells in a white cream sauce with melted cheese and huge pieces of fresh lobster, how can you possibly go wrong? I asked the bartender if she preferred that or the Lobster Roll, and I informed her that I was seeking comfort food after having a bad day. She quickly explained that I should go with the Macaroni and Cheese, so I did, and I am incredibly thankful because not only did I have a great dinner but I have a great lunch today too 🙂 I also went outside and looked at the patio and it was quite nice. Another positive about this little spot is that it doesn't have server service but rather you go and order the food at the register, get a number and then go sit down and the food runner brings it to you. I like that because sometimes you just want to eat and don't necessarily need service. I did enjoy the service that I had at the bar though very much and would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone. Just be prepared to shell out a good deal of money for what you get; the Lobster Roll and Lobster Macaroni and Cheese are both $21 but sometimes you just need to treat yourself.
Pretty good lunch special. We both ordered a soup and 2 sliders. The asparagus and crab soup (very hearty portion) was delicious and I had a lobster and a fried oyster slider. Both very small but very good. Just right for lunch. My husband got the lobster and corn soup which was also very good.
We sat outside in their patio with parasols at each table. It's not super sunny there but it creates a bit of ambiance.
Would definitely come back!
The lobster mac & cheese is amazing. This review is 4 stars because of the mac & cheese solely, the space is spacious but tables are a little limited. The amount of food that is served is very good. Not the best cocktails. You have to go up to the counter to order each drink which was a little annoying as well. But I would go back and get an order of the Lobster Mac & Cheese to go.
My love for lobster knows no bounds. It doesn't matter if it's broiled, baked, in a soup, stuffed in a sandwich, part of a salad, I'd happily eat it in any form. My lobster-loving palate has been realized at Lobster Joint, a BK spot that does all the above and more.
Like anything in the seafood realm, most of the food is going to be pricey. Sandwiches range from $17-20 and the dinner plates are $22-40. At these prices, it's hard to believe lobsters were once seen as cheap, sea bottom feeders. Those days sound wonderful.
Speaking of wonderful, how about that lobster mac and cheese ($17)? Tender chunks of lobster buried in a gooey shell of white cheddar in pasta shells never tasted so good. Baked to perfection with copious amounts of cheesy goodness means this is one of their more popular choices. In fact, it gets gobbled up first whenever I'm here in a group.
The trio of lobster rolls — New England ($17), Connecticut ($17), and Lobster Club ($19) — are all tasty in their own right. There is just enough herb mayo for the New England and Lobster Club, while the CT roll is quite lovely with melted butter. The Lobster Club with the added bacon and avocado is the overall winner.
If you're into a more traditional approach to lobster, shoot for the Lobster Dinner ($36) which comes with a 1.5 Ib lobster, red potatoes, corn on the cob and coleslaw. For the more atypical and unqiue takes I recommend the Lobster Shepherds Pie ($21) and the Lobster Corn Chowder ($9). There are other standouts that are completely non-lobster, such as the Mahi Mahi Sammy and the delicious Crabcakes ($21). And of course, don't forget about the 3 sides for $12 deal, one could just fill up exclusively on those.
During good weather months, this place is always packed. I visit every so often to get my lobster indulgence on, but I tend to avoid this place like the plague during brunch. The wait staff is always rushing folks out and the waits get pretty crazy at times. But if you're willing to brave the lines, just remember to shoot for happy hour. It's the only time I'm ever there anymore.
Lobster joint is a pretty cool spot. You order at the counter, they give you a number and bring the food out to your table, so it's very casual which I like. Lots of cocktail options and a few beers on tap (I would recommend the Allagash white bc it's from Maine)
The food is pretty good. The lobster rolls are good, but nothing compared to what you get in Maine or the NE coast.. But close enough. Lobster roll will run you about $22 I believe.
They have a pretty big menu though, the majority of which is seafood but that includes soups, salads, sandwiches, entrees and sides.
The backyard is the best part about this place. Grab a pitcher of beer, order a bunch of food and you're transported to vacation for a few hours.
When I walked in Saturday afternoon I thought something was amiss because I was meeting a large party for brunch and I was 2 hours late – but the place was pretty much empty.
Then I realized past the main room, kitchen, and bathrooms is a large outdoor area (covered by a tent, with pretty lights strategically strung around it, at the moment to keep the heat in). There is a lot of space out there and about 30 people from the brunch party were gathered around long wooden tables chatting and eating.
I ordered the sauteed pollock and asparagus and it was delicioso. The pollock was breaded and looked small when the server brought my plate out to me, but was quite filling. I liked the vinaigrette that was used on the asparagus as well.
According to the people around me the lobster roll was good and so was the chowder (which came in a small bowl – so it's better to get if you are not all that hungry).
We were not rushed and we pretty much had the back yard all to ourselves, so I would say this is a good spot for group meetups and things of that nature. Many of the items on the menu are expensive (because, seafood), but at least you will enjoy your meal.
When I think Lobster roll I know Lobster Joint will be the place that you can find me.
Love the outdoor seating area– and the inside seating area as well. It gets a little hot in the summer time but you just have to be prepared and you will be fine.
The Lobster roll incredible!!! So fresh and just the right amount, the salad that comes with it is perfectly paired and portioned. Also had the calm chowder and it is heavenly– just the right amount of creamy.
There is not waitress so you order are the bar and take a number which is great– I like this type of serves some times because you aren't always being interrupted– would you like something else; would you need a refill.. if you want something you go and get it yourself.
We've been meaning to try out this place for a long time, then we were meaning to write a review for this place for a long time, both were delayed and pushed back, for a long time. But, here it is!
This place has been on our radar for a while, but due to its location away from the city and far from public transportation, it's a little bit harder to get to. Also, we almost never go to this part of Queens. But when we did go on a Saturday, we realized how easy it would've been to come here, and easy street parking.
We got to ordering the onion rings and Connecticut lobster roll with fries instead of chips. The roll comes loaded with lobster, as expected, along with fries and some slaw. First impression was delicious lobster, great! Then a few minutes later, as the lobster high goes away, we realized the flavor wasn't much. The sandwich was basically lobster and bread, the butter didn't really appeal to us and the bread seemed plain. Next time, we'll try another sandwich and see how that goes.