FROM MAINE TO MOUTH! Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls is a St. Johns-based restaurant known for serving authentic lobster rolls that will transport your taste buds straight to New England. Lobster rolls, lobster mac-and-cheese, lobster grilled cheese, lobster over fresh greens, lobster bisque, clam chowder, and so much more. Our lobster comes straight from the waters of Maine, and we prepare each roll according to the simple, honest traditions of the people who live there. We take great pride in offering an impressive selection of rolls, paired with mouthwatering sides and beverages
Chris Armstrong
First time in Jacksonville and realized I had underpacked for my cruise. Needed to make a stop in another shop and came across this business. We had 2 lobster rolls one with the combo and one without. Warm and cold. Both were so freaking good. The warm is the star but cold was also refreshingly good. I wish I had taken a photo but we ravaged it. If we ever come back here we will come here again to try something different. The price is a little high but I guess for fast casual lobster I dont really want it to be too cheap. All and all though so freaking good
… moreAdrian
I like this place a lot! The lady who greeted and took my order was very kind and resourceful. She asked had I ever been there before and when I answered no, she explained the menu, showed me the popular items, and helped to pick out the classic style lobster roll and had no problem customizing it to my preference. She even allowed me to sample the coleslaw before I committed to it! I dined in the place is clean, they play good music, and the food is fresh, light, refreshing, and tasty . Now I gotta visit them after every mani/pedi and laser treatment idk if this is a good thing, but I’m going to do it either way
… moreJoshua Bowlus
First visit. I got the classic lobster roll (cold, mayo based dressing, warm toasted bun) and a side of potato salad. The lobster roll was solid, but I have had many lobster rolls in New England and it was not the best one I’ve had. The size of the roll was on the lighter side. In addition, the cost of the roll plus the side (including tax and tip) was about $30 for a solo lunch trip. I realize lobster is pricey, but I would rather pay more than this for a lobster roll with *more* lobster and bursting with *more* flavor. This is why it’s 4 stars and not 5.
I will say the potato salad was excellent. Better than the red potato salad at Publix, which I consider pretty good. It had lots of flavor and a nice tang.
I’m glad this spot is in Jax, as I think it is a unique addition to the Town Center. I would be interested to come back and try the hot butter lobster roll, along with some of the other rolls, but it’s going to be more occasional visits due to the price and the overall value.
… moreSean Varney
Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls – Town Center, Jacksonville, FL
As someone from Maine temporarily working down here in Jacksonville, I had to stop by Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls to see how their rolls stacked up against the real thing from back home, and I was pleasantly surprised!
I ordered the Bar Harbor Classic Roll, which is served chilled with a light mayo, exactly how I like it. This version comes with 50% more lobster meat, and at $28, it was actually a great deal. Honestly, you’d pay more than that in Maine right now for the same portion.
I also got a side of potato salad, which was fresh and tasty. My only minor suggestion for the roll would be to go easy on the celery salt they sprinkle on top, next time, I might ask to hold it.
If you’re in Jacksonville and craving an authentic Maine-style lobster roll, Mason’s is absolutely worth a visit.
… moreAlan Jennings
The overall experience was great. The Connecticut roll was hot and buttery with tender lobster. The lobster mac n Cheese was amazing. It was creamy, perfectly cooked pasta, and topped with a generous portion of lobster claw meat.
… moreMiho “Miholovestoeat”
When I found out that they are open at St John’s town center, I was so happy -no more driving to Amelia Island!
They use only the sweetest, most decadent lobster that comes from Maine
We tried
•lobster salad roll ( Served chilled and tossed in celery, mayo & lemon dressing)
•lobster mac & cheese
•New England clam chowder
and they were DELISH!!
I need to try Lobster Bisque next!
The price is a little pricey for sandwiches but they use the finest lobster so I totally understand why.
The staff was super nice even though I went there right before they closed.
Try this place if you love lobster!
… moreSarah La Turno
I love Mason’s Famous Lobster Rolls! I have been three times since they have opened and brought new people each time. I have loved every second of the Connecticut lobster roll and the lobster bisque. The best part of this place is the consistency, always delicious and always the same. I would recommend this place as this is the most “affordable” lobster roll I can find in Jacksonville, Florida. They are averaging about $21 for a lobster roll compared to many places only having MKT prices at $45 for one roll. The service and staff have always been very kind and I would recommend this place to anyone who loves lobster!
… moreMatthew Bunora
Lobster is very fishy. Ordered the hot one. Some of its hot some is ice cold. Bread is mushy and to much of it. Also taste weird. No butter on the roll or the lobster, and to top it off my tots were half cooked. The place was empty I showed up at 1115 so it wasn’t busy.
… moreHey9oh4
I proudly came here knowing how amazing their first location is in Fleming island. I had a wonderful experience. Plenty of staff on hand training, my wait time for my two rolls was short, and the product was just as amazing as I remember it being when visiting their sister location.
I’m happy to have a new masons lobster much closer to where I live so I can frequent this location now.
I ordered one roll to eat in house, and one to go. My to go roll was wrapped perfectly to keep safe until I got home, which also included a pickle slice!
I got a bottled water and was on my way. A fast and friendly service. I will be back and I love how much lobster is on each roll. The portion sizes are perfect.
Happy to support this family owned and operated establishment. The customer service at both locations I’ve visited has always been outstanding. The restaurant is always clean and bright, and the rolls just as scrumptious as ever.
… moreChristie Sanchez
My daughter and I enjoyed the Connecticut roll and the original roll on Thursday night for dinner. Oh my goodness!! Let me start off my letting you know that im from Maine, so my standards are fairly high. We both thoroughly loved it and are already planning our next visit this week. The Connecticut roll was warm, the bread was toasted to perfection and the lobster meat was tender and stuffed to the max, with just the right amount of melted butter. I’ve tried ALL of the other rolls in town and nothing compares to Mason’s!!
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