Lobster Roll 2015 #14

The Beach Plum

North Hampton, NH

8/22/15

Buttered 6 oz.... 

I think they measured this one wrong as I just wanted a little taste but think I got more than that for sure. Meat was tasty and mouth watering.  Buttered roll is not common in NH but for us Connecticut folk, we still love our lobster simple with a little touch of butter.  Well practically no butter was needed for this succulent gem.  I have definitely had my fill for the weekend.  This one makes 5, I think I may not eat for a few days...

Thanks New Hampshire, for saving this spot for the way out. 

Overall 8.8

Lobster Roll 2015 #13

The Beach Plum

North Hampton, NH

8/22/15

There are 6 diff sizes of rolls.  Three normal and three foot longs.  I opted for the larger of the regular rolls (10oz).  Bun was perfect.  Not too much mayo at all contrary to some reviews.  Perfect amount of meat.  Nice and sweet.  Claws were a little overdone but the rest of the meat was cooked well. Chowder was tasty and naturally thickened. 

No line, rainy day visit and beachside view of the ocean. Service was friendly and fast.  78 flavors of ice cream alongside good food.  Can't ask for much more (except maybe fries and a bathroom). 

Now I think I will try a buttered got roll. 

Overall yummy

Overall rating: 8.9

Lobster Roll 2015 #12

Warrens

Kittery, ME

8/22/15

After I have tasted some of the best lobster rolls in New England, it is so hard to try new places that are the talk of the town.  

Bun was perfect, amount was plentiful, however the taste was almost bland.  Lobster of Maine is expected to be the best and sweetest.  Disappointment here tonight especially for the high cost of $33 for the roll alone.  Plus side was the lobster rangoons were pretty tasty.

Overall rating: 8.4 (portion size points).

Lobster Roll 2015 #11

The Shack

Kittery Maine

8/22/15

Tasty, just the right amount for lunch.  Perfect split open bun.  Mayo and celery.  Not much to say but it hit the spot unexpectedly. 

Overall rating 8.6

Lobster Roll 2015 #10

Geno's Chowder and Sandwiches

Portsmouth, NH 

8/21/15

The ambience was definitely a plus.  Sitting on the harbor in Portsmouth was a perfect setting for some lobster.  Portion (jumbo) was plentiful.  Roll was perfect sliced open roll.  I opted for a local style mayo roll which was definitely tasty and fresh.  Lettuce was nice and crisp as I bit into the large portions of knuckles and claw.  The staff was very sweet, accommodating our large party of 15 with mainly children and sharing some family history with us, including their family friendship with the Bush family.  As fresh as it was I still felt I was missing something.

Overall rating: 8.7 (portion size was a plus)

Lobster Roll 2015 #9

Guilford Mooring

Guilford, CT

8/9/15

Well... my husband, who kindly supports my lobster roll blogging, thought I should have another for the day as I looked a little hungry. So, even though I just finished one, I had to go for it. Well number 1, the fries were good. (Not the first thing you want to hear when the focus should be lobster).  Okay seriously number 1, the roll was, a potato roll, not ideal for lobster and a little soggy as it wasn't toasted but it was ok.  The meat was fresh but it needed a little lemon, which right there says it wasn't as fresh as it could have been.  Overall it was good. 7.9

Lobster Roll 2015 #6

House of Bones BBQ

Derby, CT

7/21/15

On the way back to the office from a successful client meeting, my boss and I decided to stop for some lunch.  Well when in proximity of a lobster roll, I must eat a lobster roll.  

While my boss grabbed some tasty looking bbq, I opted for the double rolls, which were two split top buns somewhat filled with lobster meat.  

Taste was ok, however after I ate most of the first roll, I realized there was some mold on my bread. I couldn't believe it.  So I politely and quietly brought the remaining roll to the counter and showed the cashier.  She apologized while embarrassed and then handed me two fresh lobster rolls.  My appetite had weakened at this point so I decided to bring them back to the office.  I gave one to some of our office staff to share and ate most of the 2nd.   The lobster was decent, however, the mold kind of put me out for that day.  I know it can happen anywhere - but u should definitely check the food before serving.

Overall rating - 7.6

Lobster Roll 2015 #8

Guilford Lobster Pound

Guilford, CT

8/9/15

Last minute stop for a yummy lobster roll... Just the right amount of meat.  Perfectly toasted, buttered bun. No lemon but it wasn't needed.  Lobster was fresh and tasty but left me a little hungry. Scenery was beautiful, on a pier with lobster boats and cages... 

Overall rating: 8.6

Lobster Roll 2015 #7

Marnick's, Stratford

7/31/15

Portion was decent 

Taste was fresh

Claw and knuckles were slightly over cooked 

Bun was a toasted Portuguese roll. 

Not too much to say about this one. 

Overall rating: 7.7