Homey, unassuming seafood eatery is a local mainstay for lobster, steamers, chowders & beers.
Mick Dunn
For Oct. 10- Lobster Shack at Perkins Cove in Ogunquit is the perfect place to bring friends from outside the region who are looking for that classic Maine experience. I had friends in from Utah who absolutely loved it here. You don’t choose a specific lobster, rather, you choose the size; the staff picks them, cooks them, and prepares everything while you wait. The ladies each got pound and a quarter lobsters, and I went with the deliciously gooey Lobster Melt sandwich. Oh those smiles when they were putting on the bibs! This was the last weekend before the seasonal restaurant shutdown, so it was a bit quieter here than you would find it in summer when this place would really be rocking. Highly recommended.
… morePatti T.
Fun atmosphere and quick service. Getting the daily special is the way to go. If you get the clams, they give you a small bowl of water. This is to rinse the residue grit on the clams. I wish I knew that before I ate my first clam. The ones after that were great!
… moreKtol 11
Dan is a he man !! Hardest working guy in Maine. The lobster roll was decent. The chips were great. The hamburger was out of this world. The pulled pork was a bit dry. The service was phenomenal !! Dan was hustling with the kitchen and serving everybody outside too.
… moremarc bouchard
Well run operation runs smoothly. Wait in line, place your order, eat and leave. Simple menu. Friendly staff. Clean. The key with this food is always freshness. Lobster rolls were perfection: we tried them with both mayo and melted butter. But, frankly, they don’t need anything: that’s how fresh the lobster meat is! Chowder is classic New England with NO thickeners. Crab rolls also terrific. Highly recommended
… moreKathy D
Unfortunately was very disappointed with the food. Service was great and atmosphere is perfect lobster shack vibe. We tried steamers, clam chowder and lobster roll. Steamers were good and absolutely clean, not sandy. Clam chowder was very bland, had really no clam flavor and very little actual clams. Lobster roll was also disappointing. Very small pieces of lobster, seemed like mostly knuckle meat.
… moreBeth
We stopped in here after walking the Marginal Way. We almost ate at the lobster shack next to this one, but then stumbled upon this restaurant with an inside and tables to sit at! They had a 2 1lb lobster meal on special that day so I tried it and the food was delicious! The service was also friendly and quick.
… moreT Y
Parking can be a bit of a challenge, especially during peak season.
It’s on the pricier side for something marketed as a “shack,” but given how touristy the place is, it’s somewhat expected.
We’ve had quite a few lobster rolls during our East Coast trip, and honestly, the one here wasn’t the best. The clam chowder that came with the meal was more watery than we’re used to—not bad, just different. The lobster stew had generous chunks of meat, but the cup was tiny and tasted mostly like cream.
There’s plenty of indoor seating, which is nice, but when things get busy, the staff seemed a bit overwhelmed and not the most patient.
Overall, a decent stop if you’re nearby, but probably not worth going out of the way for.
… moreBlake Tracy
Unbelievable experience. Amazing food and the staff was amazing. The clam chowder was the best I’ve had. They let me pick my own lobster!!
… moreIlaria
What an amazing meal! The lobster was truly outstanding – incredibly soft, melt-in-your-mouth meat that was perfectly complemented by just a light touch of mayo, not overpowering the natural sweetness of the lobster. The chowder was absolutely incredible! Crafted with delicate white fish and seasoned with blend of herbs, it was delightfully light, milky, and soupy – a refreshing change from the thicker and floury version. They emphasize that the chowder recipe dates back to 1988, I sincerely hope that they won’t change a bit of it – absolutely exquisite! The ambient is very homey, it reminds me the interior of a boat, with ita warm wooden tables and benches. The staff is very kind and smiley. Highly recommended!
… moreSue Ochoa
While visiting the cute town of Ogunquit, we stopped for lunch at the Lobster Shack and it really hit the spot. Tried the clam chowder, lobster roll, crab cake sandwich, and haddock street tacos — all of it was super tasty. Everything was seasoned just right, and the homemade chips were a nice touch. Cute little spot with a laid-back coastal vibe. Would definitely go back.
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