It wouldn’t be a quintessential New England summer without a day at the beach, the sound of crashing waves, and perhaps a delicious lobster roll in hand. But, depending on where you go and what you order, that tasty sandwich can vary significantly in price. On some menus, you might not even know the cost until you ask.
While the days of easily finding a $20 lobster roll meal may be behind us, you can still enjoy lobster rolls at various price points across Massachusetts this summer. Whether they come with sides, two rolls, or just a high-quality lobster roll, there's something for every budget.
Explore each price point from highest to lowest:
Hook + Line, $48: Two rolls with slaw and chips; 10 Fan Pier Blvd., Seaport
The Banks Fish House, $48: With chips; 406 Stuart St., Back Bay
Row 34, $45: With slaw and chips; Multiple locations
OAK Long Bar + Kitchen, $44: With fries; 138 St. James Ave., Back Bay
Saltie Girl, $42: With chips; 279 Dartmouth St., Back Bay
Wood Hills Pier 4, $41: With mixed greens and chips; 300 Pier 4 Blvd., Seaport
Atlantic Fish Co., $40: With fries; 761 Boylston St., Back Bay
Neptune Oyster, $39: With fries; 63 Salem St., North End
Belle Isle Seafood, $37.99: With choice of side; 1 Main St., Winthrop
Spanky’s Clam Shack and Seaside Saloon, $36.99: With fries and coleslaw; 138 Ocean St., Hyannis
Lookout Tavern, $36: With butter (see mayo below) and chips on the side; 8 Seaview Ave., Oak Bluffs