Sherri Hudson
We ordered the New England seafood feast. I loved that it came out in stages, so everything was hot! (Accept the shrimp, that was chilled). Everything was cooked to perfection! We will definitely take this side trip again when we are down that way. Prices were very reasonable. There was both indoor and outdoor seating.
… moreApril Platts
Stopped at Abbott’s on our way home from a Rhode Island getaway. I was disappointed in the “lobster deviled eggs.” The amusingly teeny tiny dot of lobster certainly wasn’t worth the $3 up charge. The deviled egg filling was very dense and not really a deviled egg. Ok that aside, the lobsters were cooked beautifully but it did take a solid 35 minutes and we were order number 16 for the day. Got there 10 mins after they opened. The staff was friendly and lots of great seating options.
… moreJason Eng
Famous hot lobster roll was delicious! So was the lobster salad roll – no wrong choice here!
Service super friendly and plenty of seating. Would definitely come back.
Recommended.
… moreChris Schellang
This was an amazing stop on our east coast road trip. We started with a steamed artichoke, steamed shrimp and some delicious clam chowder. My wife got a Tuna Salad Roll and I ordered their Famous Hot Lobster Roll, and that Lobster Roll did not disappoint us. I don’t care for tuna fish but my wife loved her Tuna Roll. Will definitely stop by again next time we are in the area.
… moreVictoria Baker
Abbott’s is a lovely spot to enjoy seafood by the water. From ordering to enjoy my meal, the experience was fantastic! I ordered their famous hot lobster and lobster deviled eggs and I see why people frequent them. The delicious food and beautiful location are definitely worth the visit!
… morec CeeH
My family always makes it a point to stop at Abbott’s every time we pass through Connecticut. It’s been our ongoing tradition for over a decade! We typically get a hot lobster roll smothered in hot butter, a New England clam chowder, some shrimp cocktail, and a whole lobster.
This time we changed it up and ordered additions: the Lobster Feast (compromised of a lobster, steamed mussels and clams, small shrimp cocktail, and an Abbott’s clam chowder (in broth)), shrimp tacos (wouldn’t do again), and half a dozen shucked oysters.
It’s always a beautiful day at Abbott’s, so come on down and join us seaside.
… moreMichael Fil
I really loved this place. The OMG Hot Lobster Roll was packed full of lobster meat. The clam chowder was very light and lemony. Oysters weren’t my favorite – whichever variety they were didn’t taste great to me. I’ll definitely come back next time I’m in the area.
… moreFood of CT
The last time I visited Abbott’s, I was a kid and I barely have any recollection of it. My fiancé and I took a drive down for a nice summer afternoon out and fell in love with this spot! It’s easy to see why it’s so iconic. I was impressed that for such a popular spot, there was plenty of seating and the line moved quickly! Everything was delicious, and we were even surprised at how good the lobster Mac and cheese was. We enjoyed our table by the water and could have easily spent a whole day here. So cute that they have a spot for desserts too! We’ve vowed that we won’t let so much time pass until our next visit!
… moreBrook Swientisky
Eating by the bay was the best part. Expensive and totally underwhelmed when the food arrived.
Had Abbttotizer Special, steamed clams and a lobster roll (sandwich).
The cheese & carrots were slimy- Not fresh made – maybe a day or 2 before? Coleslaw was tasteless, lobster meat didn’t have any taste, clam were average at best.
Not sure what the plumbing issue is but there’s a horrible smell of sewage outside the bathrooms but not actually in the bathrooms. Eat at the dock in the back to get away from it.
Realized after we ate they raise their own oysters so that’s the way I’d go next time – however there won’t be a next time.
Cool location – get a pic and then go somewhere else for lunch.
… moreAndrew Izzo
We made this our last stop on our trip to Mystic. I have seen this place on food shows and everyone says they have the best lobster roll. Check hours of operation before coming. Right now they have fall hours which are Friday through Sunday 11am to 7pm. Last day of the season is Columbus Day. They have a lot of parking, however, we came in October. I am going to assume the parking lot gets very crowded in the summer for their busy season.
It’s not fancy by any means. It’s a lobster shack with great outdoor seating and great food. You can sit on the dock or waterfront seating. There is seating indoors also. The employees are very friendly and knowledgeable. One of the employees saw me taking a picture of the lobster tank and took one out so I can get a better picture. I didn’t ask, he offered which was very nice. He estimated it to be about 5 pounds.
The food was great. I started with lobster bisque. Very good price and delicious. My only criticism is that it did not have pieces of lobster chunks. Any great lobster bisque that I’ve had in the past has always had it. I also had the crab cakes. Seasoned and cooked perfectly. Also a very good price for two crab cakes. Finally I got to the lobster roll. When ordering, remember there are three different sizes. I mistakenly ordered the smaller one which I regretted later. It was hot and buttery when I got it. The butter dripped down into the plate as I took a bite. I don’t know if I would say it’s the best I’ve I ever had, but it’s right up there. The overall experience was great. A wonderful way to end our trip to Mystic. I highly recommend coming here.
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