Luke's Lobster
(Now Closed)Seafood Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
Has a stamp of approval from The Wall Street Journal and Village Voice
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Village VoiceAugust 4, 2014This is one of the best lobster rolls in the city–four ounces of sweet, large chunks of lobster meat stuffed into a properly squishy, buttered and toasted hot dog bun. Read more
Indulgent EatsJune 13, 2016Summer was made for seafood, so go for all the delicious yet affordable lobster, shrimp, and crab rolls you can at any of their locations across the city. Order a Taste of Maine for a sampler of all 3
Best Lobster Roll in the city. Noah's ark is the way to go. The lobster is fresh and spiced perfectly, but the roll tops everything: toasted to nirvana and buttered so right. Rock on Luke!!!!!!!!- F. BastardJune 24, 2015This is the best lobster roll I've ever eaten. And I've eaten a lot of lobster rolls. Fresh, lightly toasted bun: check. Abundant chunks of luscious, pristine lobster: check. Easy on the mayo, also.
Vicky SunApril 2, 2015Get the Noah's Ark. A great sampler to split between two people, two half rolls of shrimp, crab, and lobster. Fresh and delicious ingredients. Limited seating.
Jennifer MaasJune 24, 2015This lobster roll joint has expanded through out the city (and beyond) and it's all thanks to their huge chunks of lobster meat not masked by anything but a little butter and mayo. And a toasted bun.
Corley StoneJune 24, 2015One of the best lobster rolls in the city, mostly due to their obvious focus on the lobster itself. PLUS they hand pack your lobster roll with such care you'd think they were handling a baby- Rachael BrungardAugust 19, 2013Scrumptious lobster rolls, why aren't there lobster rolls on every block? They also have crab rolls and shrimp rolls that taste great. Try all three on your first trip, they have a combo. Worth the $!
Wejdan ✨November 4, 2014Lobster, shrimp, crab rolls are all good. Get the taste of Maine to try them all at once. Clam chowder is the best so far.
MaximilianoAugust 19, 2013This is "The" Lobster Roll. A generous portion of delicious lobster blossoming from a lightly toasted roll. No sauces, no dips. Only lobster, lobster and again lobster.
AmateurConciergeApril 11, 2015There isn't a better lobster roll in NYC. Meat is chunky and fresh and the rolls are buttered and toasted to perfection
Mike McBryanJune 26, 2015Have to admit - it lives up to the hype. Incredibly fresh lobster rolls, reasonably priced, authentic decor / scene / staff. Wish I could afford this for lunch every day!
New York HabitatNovember 11, 2011Best lobster rolls in the city, period. Want the most bang for your buck? Go for the Taste of Maine, 3 halfrolls - lobster, crab, and shrimp. Top it with a little Sriracha and you're in seafood bliss.
Real Cheap EatsNovember 5, 2012The bargain shrimp roll—a buttered, split-top bun packed with juicy shrimp lightly tossed with herbed salt and a hint of mayo—is worth a detour from the more famous lobster roll (and half the price). Read more- Djaniella D.July 21, 2014Best lobster, crab, and shrimp roll I've ever tasted! Bring a friend and get the Noah's Ark -- a perfect size taste of all three!
LorenJune 24, 2015A meaty, simple lobster roll like they should be. Get the combo deal with soda and chips and walk over to Thompson square park for a summer date -- brownbag beer optional.
Andrew LamMay 20, 2012The original location and the best. The lobster roll is what you're here to eat, but there's also crab, shrimp, clam chowder, etc. 8 seats and no restroom - plan accordingly. Also in UES, UWS, FiDi...
The ONLY place for lobster rolls in all of NYC/anywhere. Even the fanciest restaurants' lobster rolls pale in comparison to this joint. Love love love.
Juan Manuel BerrosJanuary 18, 2018Portions are small. Very good though, the lobster roll is great, the mac and cheese with lobster didn't blow my mind but was great too. I'd stick to the rolls.
Indulgent EatsAugust 18, 2011Get a noah's ark for a sample of everything. Lobster roll is TO DIE FOR but the shrimp is a good substitute if you're on a budget. Always go for full-size or you'll just leave wishing you ordered more
Blake ShawAugust 10, 2014Definitely my favorite lobster roll in all of New York! Get a few crab claws on the side, so yummy!
Selim VarolMarch 2, 2015Simply yum! Just try the 15$ Lobster Sandwich! Very good for the small apetite. 🌟🌟🌟🌟
DOctober 19, 2015Taste of Maine: 1/2 lobster, 1/2 crab and 1/2 shrimp roll with 2 crab claws and slaw
Love their lobster rolls. Just wish the portion a were larger - I can easily eat 2 + chips
The Noah's Ark is perfect for sharing with a taste of both the lobster and shrimp roll. Bonus: crab roll!
emeFebruary 4, 2015Went here yesterday and noticed that they currently have a limited Captain's Special, which adds a small soup to any combo ;) Great shrimp rolls.
Per my last tip, I blame @dens for this addiction. Luke's Lobster rolls changed my perspective on lobster rolls. I didn't know a lobster roll love like this could exist until Luke's came along.- Village VoiceFebruary 7, 2014Village Voice is proud to welcome Luke's Lobster to the 2014 Choice Eats food fest!
Grace KwanJuly 31, 2016The Taste of Maine is a great way to try their different rolls. They're on the smaller side, but not too bad for the price point, and very tasty.- The Schooner Combo is definitely your best bet at Luke’s, a lobster roll, Maine Root soda, Miss Vickie’s chips and pickle for $17. Soda’s are fab, come in original, lemon lime or mandarin orange.
Matt DermodyJune 24, 2015At Luke's they serve a very hearty lobster roll on a nice buttery bread. The place may be small but the chunks of slobby lobstah certainly aren't!
Great lobster rolls but my favorite is actually their shrimp roll! It's soooooo good. You have to try it! Lukes lobster also supports so many causes and nonprofit orgs and maine lobster industry- Jack OsborneJanuary 9, 2014In America small does not mean small, unless you're dealing in Lobster rolls. I learned the hard way. Go all out, spoil yourself, go large. Don't be a fool like me.
Jackson HarrisDecember 9, 2015When you are craving some seafood be sure to stop by Luke’s Lobster for the best lobster roll in New York…And they’re available all year round!
Serious EatsApril 1, 2014The cold Maine-style lobster rolls served in a buttery hot dog bun are some of the best in the city.
Ranu RajkarnikarMay 11, 2015You can't go wrong with a lobster roll, bag of chips and a diet coke. Take it to nearby Tompkins Square Park for the best meal ever.
Kimberly-Lyn PressmanJanuary 28, 2013This would have been the perfect if the Patriots hadn't choked. Nevertheless, they will deliver for free if you order $200 or more. They are also now serving a lobster grilled cheese.
BillyNovember 30, 2014Get the big order that comes with the half sandwiches and the claws. It's so delicious you'll be hungry for more.
Laura D.June 26, 2015my go-to lobster roll in nyc, primarily for proximity. (don't plan on staying here to eat, though -- way too crowded always.)
Shrimp roll is half the cost and BETTER than the lobster roll!!! But the Lobster roll is still my favorite anywhere
My favorite not-so-mayo-y lobster roll in the city. It's good enough to convert die hard mayo lovers.
Lobster roll combo, just do it. Cold meat, warm bun ❤️
Public House WineAugust 19, 2014Get The Taste of Maine, which gets you 1/2 lobster roll, 1/2 crab roll, 1/2 shrimp roll, soda, chips and a pickle for $20.
jon nguyenJuly 8, 2013Try the Shrimp Roll - just trying something different here and for $8 its a mighty fine sandwich...proper snacky when im in the mood to attacky
Dusk SilhouetteJanuary 21, 2012Pay with LEVELUP app on your smartphone! Use code 46317 when you download the app to get a $5 credit to use anywhere! :-) The lobster roll is delish!
Food RepublicJune 26, 2012Why go all in and order the Noah's Ark? Throw some Sriracha on those bad boys for an extra kick. Don't forget to peep the Panda book in the corner.
DishEnvyOctober 2, 2012The lobster roll is the city's best according to our users, but don't shy away from the Crab Roll which actually gives the lobster a run for it's money.
get the 'taste of maine' and have a taste of everything: shrimp roll, lobster roll, crab roll & empress claws. eat it slowly and let yourself float; otherwise you gonna drown in food
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Our lobster shacks offer fresh and delicious lobster rolls, crab rolls, shrimp rolls, crab claws, bisques and beer straight from Maine!
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