Lobster Dishes to Try While in Maine

Fresh Lobster On Wood Plank

No trip to Maine would be complete without trying a fresh lobster dish that the State is famous for.

Whether you’re looking for more traditional lobster dishes like boiled lobster or a Maine lobster roll, or you’re a bit more adventurous and want to try a lobster grilled cheese, there is really something for every seafood lover.

When you are planning a visit to Maine in the near future, make sure to give one of these delectable lobster dishes a try.

Boiled Lobster

If you’re interested in a more straightforward lobster dish, consider a world-famous boiled lobster dinner.

Maine lobsters are boiled the “old fashioned way” in a lobster pound and provide the fresh taste that even the pickiest of lobster fans will love.

Fox’s Lobster House in York, ME is one of the more popular spots for boiled lobster and offers these boiled options in 1-1/8 pound, 1-1/4 pound and 1-1/2-pound.

Maine Lobster Rolls

Lobster rolls are another seafood staple in Maine, and this distinctive roll provides the rich and unique taste you’ve heard so much about on your favorite Food Network shows.  

A blend of fresh-caught lobster meat and a touch of mayonnaise, Maine lobster rolls pack a punch that your taste buds will love.

These lobster rolls are typically seasoned and garnished with romaine to add even greater flavor.  

York Harbor Inn in York, ME is one of the more popular restaurants serving lobster rolls, with their signature roll being served on a delicious grilled brioche roll.

Lobster Grilled Cheese

While the afore mentioned lobster dishes have been a staple at seafood restaurants for generations, there are a few newer dishes giving them a run for their money. One such dish is lobster grilled cheese.

Lobster grilled cheese is the perfect choice for seafood and cheese lovers and perfectly blends these two items for a rich taste you won’t be able to get enough of.

While grilled cheese is already great on its own, the bar gets raised when you add in this seafood favorite.

If you’re looking for a fresh and delicious lobster grilled cheese, consider Footbridge Lobster in Ogunquit, ME. It offers a grilled cheese with 5oz of lobster meat that needs to be tried to be believed.

If you’re planning a trip to Southern Maine in the coming months and are spending a few days in York Beach, we invite you to stay with us at Sands by the Sea motel.

Our motel and vacation suite is less than 15 minutes from each of these seafood hot spots and offers comfortable amenities, exceptional service and incredible oceanfront views.

To book your stay with us, we invite you to call today at (207) 363-2211.