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Voted NYC’s Best Lobster Roll! Our Upper East Side shack—Luke’s second-ever location—opened its doors in 2010 and has been serving up premium-quality seafood ever since. With a spacious dining room, a bit of outdoor seating when the weather is right, and the charm of a classic New England seafood shack, it’s a cozy spot to escape the city hustle. Swing by for our famous lobster, crab, and shrimp rolls, award-winning clam chowder, creamy lobster bisque, craft sodas, and a curated selection of beer and wine. Whether you’re strolling Museum Mile or planning a picnic in nearby Central Park, we’ve got the perfect bite to take along.
Seafood restaurant serving Maine-style lobster rolls with toasted buns, plus clam chowder.
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Bradley C
I got a 6oz lobster roll, a 6oz crab roll, and a 8oz cup of lobster bisque.
The rolls were soft and sweet, and it was nicely toasted. The lobster meat was fresh and clean tasting. The crab meat was also pretty nice, too. They put just right amount of seasoning on the top. It was enough to enhance the flavor, and not too much to be overpowering. They were good rolls.
I was only worried about two things when I have seafood. One is that the food was not fresh and fishy, and the other was there were shells in it. They did the fresh part very nicely, however, I did find 3 tiny pieces of shell in my crab roll. I guess it was inevitable, so all is good.
The lobster bisque was quite nice, too. It was thick and flavorful. It was a bit too salty to my liking. There was one chunk of lobster claw in the bisque.
Overall, the food was nice. The service was meh, I ordered online, and when I go pick it up the server didn’t even mention to grab my own chips that were included in my meal. I found out when I was walking across the street, and I had to go back and ask for it.
… moreThe rolls were soft and sweet, and it was nicely toasted. The lobster meat was fresh and clean tasting. The crab meat was also pretty nice, too. They put just right amount of seasoning on the top. It was enough to enhance the flavor, and not too much to be overpowering. They were good rolls.
I was only worried about two things when I have seafood. One is that the food was not fresh and fishy, and the other was there were shells in it. They did the fresh part very nicely, however, I did find 3 tiny pieces of shell in my crab roll. I guess it was inevitable, so all is good.
The lobster bisque was quite nice, too. It was thick and flavorful. It was a bit too salty to my liking. There was one chunk of lobster claw in the bisque.
Overall, the food was nice. The service was meh, I ordered online, and when I go pick it up the server didn’t even mention to grab my own chips that were included in my meal. I found out when I was walking across the street, and I had to go back and ask for it.
Ismael Sanchez
This Lukes lobster location has very professional friendly attentive staff members it is very clean has a great atmosphere very inviting the food was fresh and delicious I had the trio lobster rolls with their ginger soda orderd to go lobster roll with thier lemonade. Everything was on point will be returning very soon.
… moreK R
Great little lunch spot. Freshest most tasty lobster roll I’ve ever had. I ordered Luke’s Trio which is a trio of rolls with crab, prawn and lobster. Each roll was delightful, all with equally unique different delicious flavours. Nice ambience in the place and service was very good.
… moreGaurav Deep Singh
Honestly, would’ve given them a 5-Star rating if we just had the lobster roll. It was absolutely stuffed with thick CHUNKS of soft sweet sweet lobster and it was just delicious, especially if you enjoy being able to actually taste the lobster and not be overwhelmed by the butter and sauces/mayo that some places tend to stuff their rolls with to overcompensate for the lack of lobster meat. NOT here.
Yes, the portion size is slightly small for the price BUT the flavour more then compensates for it.
The lobster Mac and Cheese, on the other hand, lacked much lobster. There were only two pieces in ours, in fact. But the m&c was creamy and soft so it wasn’t bad overall, just expected more lobster.
Staff are super friendly and amazing too!
… moreYes, the portion size is slightly small for the price BUT the flavour more then compensates for it.
The lobster Mac and Cheese, on the other hand, lacked much lobster. There were only two pieces in ours, in fact. But the m&c was creamy and soft so it wasn’t bad overall, just expected more lobster.
Staff are super friendly and amazing too!
Caroline
lobster can’t taste bad so obviously it was delicious. the sampler was a good way to try out the shrimp, lobster, and crab (each piece was 2oz whereas the regular size was 4oz & larger size was 6oz which just has more meat). this place is if you’re willing to spend a good amount of money for yummy sandwiches. understandable for fresh seafood. but hey at least they give you a free bag of chips lol
… moreChristopher Johanning
I’m not a lobster/seafood fanatic but the lobster rolls are 5 stars, perfectly seasoned, full of flavor and not overdone on the butter. Shrimp and crab rolls were good but nothing crazy.
As some have mentioned, the portion sizes are small and did not fill me up. Lobster roll is on a hot dog size bun. Given the price point I was expecting a bit more, would have paid an extra $5 for a hero sized roll. Better for a lunch or someone who prefers a smaller portion.
Decor was inviting, small place, normal service. Hybrid of casual fast food and sit down style (waited 8-12 min for food to come out). It’s in the category of ‘am I suppose to tip or not?’
5* for the lobster roll quality and visual appearance of food.
4* for the rest of the food and atmosphere
3* for the price to portion ratio ($$$ is probably more accurate)
… moreAs some have mentioned, the portion sizes are small and did not fill me up. Lobster roll is on a hot dog size bun. Given the price point I was expecting a bit more, would have paid an extra $5 for a hero sized roll. Better for a lunch or someone who prefers a smaller portion.
Decor was inviting, small place, normal service. Hybrid of casual fast food and sit down style (waited 8-12 min for food to come out). It’s in the category of ‘am I suppose to tip or not?’
5* for the lobster roll quality and visual appearance of food.
4* for the rest of the food and atmosphere
3* for the price to portion ratio ($$$ is probably more accurate)
Andrew
Came here before heading to Central Park and thought the lobster was really fresh! I got the trio option and loved each flavor. So happy I got to try this place while visiting New York!
… moreJoanne Uy (JT)
Was in UES yesterday, our old neighborhood, decided to walk around and ended up having dinner here.
First time at a Luke’s Lobster so I was trying to not have the highest expectations versus what we’ve enjoyed in Newport, RI. Turned out to be really good!
I ordered the lobster roll with bisque and drink, opted to upgrade to a 6 oz rosé for an additional $8. Hubby had the crab roll + lobster mac & cheese. And yep, strategically always good for sharing everything! Their bisque was deliciously comforting. The lobster mac & cheese was actually surprisingly really good. Hubby enjoyed the crab roll and I also loved the lobster roll. They have a small outdoor dining area outside and on a beautiful not so cold evening, this was absolutely perfect!
Staff were also great. Polite, smiling, actually liked taking care of customers type. May actually use that loyalty card as it works for UWS branches too! On our way out, we waved and thanked the team who took care of us, with a quick thumbs up! Thanks guys! This will definitely help satisfy our New England cravings until it’s safe to be traveling again! We’ll be back!
… moreFirst time at a Luke’s Lobster so I was trying to not have the highest expectations versus what we’ve enjoyed in Newport, RI. Turned out to be really good!
I ordered the lobster roll with bisque and drink, opted to upgrade to a 6 oz rosé for an additional $8. Hubby had the crab roll + lobster mac & cheese. And yep, strategically always good for sharing everything! Their bisque was deliciously comforting. The lobster mac & cheese was actually surprisingly really good. Hubby enjoyed the crab roll and I also loved the lobster roll. They have a small outdoor dining area outside and on a beautiful not so cold evening, this was absolutely perfect!
Staff were also great. Polite, smiling, actually liked taking care of customers type. May actually use that loyalty card as it works for UWS branches too! On our way out, we waved and thanked the team who took care of us, with a quick thumbs up! Thanks guys! This will definitely help satisfy our New England cravings until it’s safe to be traveling again! We’ll be back!
ALEXANDER BALZAN
I’m all about this lobster rolls
I try these for the first time in Miami and since then, every time I go to the US I look for the nearest store!!
It’s hard to decide whether the lobster or the crab roll I just love them both.
This store at Upper East Side is so cool, they made it just as a fisherman’s tavern, the staff is great, always smiling!
What else can I say? Just go and enjoy!
… moreI try these for the first time in Miami and since then, every time I go to the US I look for the nearest store!!
It’s hard to decide whether the lobster or the crab roll I just love them both.
This store at Upper East Side is so cool, they made it just as a fisherman’s tavern, the staff is great, always smiling!
What else can I say? Just go and enjoy!
Haemin Ryu
It brings back memories in Maine. You need to pay $1 if you want a warm lobster roll.
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