Exceptional Lobster Roll

[PROPELLER]

This subject has come up on this forum before. I recently found the best lobster roll ever. The bad news is its in Conway NH. Its called Johnathons on the left side of route 16 just after the old Dexter shoe outlet. It had whole pieces of lobster meat, whole claws with just the right amount of mayo & nothing else. Not like other lobster rolls that taste like seafood salad from the supermarket & probably use langostinos so they can call it lobster salad. Can anyone suggest somewhere in the Winni area that serves a lobster roll like this. Now that I have had a lobster roll with whole, large pieces of lobster meat, I refuse to eat the ground up to mush lobster salad variety.

[trfour]

Originally Posted by PROPELLER

This subject has come up on this forum before. I recently found the best lobster roll ever. The bad news is its in Conway NH. Its called Johnathons on the left side of route 16 just after the old Dexter shoe outlet. It had whole pieces of lobster meat, whole claws with just the right amount of mayo & nothing else. Not like other lobster rolls that taste like seafood salad from the supermarket & probably use langostinos so they can call it lobster salad. Can anyone suggest somewhere in the Winni area that serves a lobster roll like this. Now that I have had a lobster roll with whole, large pieces of lobster meat, I refuse to eat the ground up to mush lobster salad variety.

Propeller, I have a question? Have you ever had a lobster roll at Waldo Peppers at Weirs Beach? If not, try one and if you do not enjoy it, just tell Barbara to put it on my tab...... I will let her know that you will be in.

1187 Weirs Blvd.
Weirs Beach, NH. (603) 366-2150

Just look for the place with a Propeller, ( excuse me ), a whole airoplane, on the roof!

Enjoy!

PS.......Positive ID Required.

[PROPELLER]

Unless you can confirm for me that its filled with whole claws & whole chunks of lobster meat & not alot of extras & fillers. I'm not interested.

[trfour]

Originally Posted by PROPELLER

Unless you can confirm for me that its filled with whole claws & whole chunks of lobster meat & not alot of extras & fillers. I'm not interested.

Propeller, yes I confirm that , Whole claws & whole chunks of 100% tender lobster, served Traditional Style or Hot Butterd Style, and the best part is, $8.75 to Market, each!

Check out Woldo Peppers Menu at; www.waldopeppers.com

"All of the food served here is fresh and the Best!"

Enjoy!

[PROPELLER]

Thank you, yes I will try it and its cheaper than the one I had at Johnathons.

[The Big Kahuna]

You have to try Waldo Peppers if you want the Lobster Roll, it is large and in charge. Just about everything else there is great as well. They have soft serve ice cream as well.

[Lexxi]

Trust what you are hearing, Waldo Peppers is the best around.
Thru out the year we take rides to the lake just to have lunch with Barbara and the crew they make you feel like you are coming home.

Just ask Barbara about her Lobster Roll she has been know to say "It's To Die For" !!!!!

Happy Summer !!!!!!!

[lakegirl]

I might be in the dark here..... but I dont know the owner of Waldo Peppers....but somehow over the winter I made my way to Waldo Peppers and the sandwiches were great!!!! Seems to me that you are little paranoid Fat Jack!!! Lets give Waldo's the credit they deserve!!

[Lexxi]

Okay, we are not going to go thru this all over again.

You use the word "FRIENDS" well that is what you become dining at Waldo's, they make everyone feel like they have just come home.

Well, we all have different taste and opinions, but we all don't get nasty about it.

My one comment is about Sawyers is, "NO COMMENT".

See how nice I was !!!!!!!

Enjoy your day FAT JACK, try being nice it makes a person feel really good about themselves. And another thing, smile, it makes people wonder what you have been up to.......

[funinthesun]

First I want to say that I do frequent Waldo Pepper's and they do have great sandwiches. However, I was very disappointed with the lobster roll. It was mostly bread with a few pieces of lobster. It was not a filling sandwich for the hungry which was surprising as the rest of their food is more than one could eat and I always have left overs.

[obie]

I've tried the lobster roll at Waldo Peppers, Tamarack, Sawyers and others........Waldo has the best by far!!!!!!!!!!!! They are stuffed with nothing but REAL lobster meat.

[PROPELLER]

If the lobster pieces are ground up small & smothered in mayonaise, I will be disappointed. As I stated in the original post that started this thread, the best I ever had anywhere was at Johnathons in Conway 2 weeks ago. There were whole claws & chunks that were not ground up with very little mayonaise to disguise the taste. And there was plenty of it. I'm just looking for somewhere in the lakes area that serves this kind of lobster roll.

Now I am seeing different opinions on the Waldo lobster roll. How can there be so many differing opinions? Either it has whole chunks of lobster meat or its ground up. There is no in between.

[Lexxi]

Full of chunks, hope you enjoy it. Let us know.

[Pepper]

Dear Fat Jack, I hate to burst your bubble here, but we had nothing to do with this thread's origination, nor it's content. My husband and I are the owners of Waldo Peppers. Of all the people who have posted in this thread, I can identify only two - they are TRFour, and Lexxi. I know them because they are regular customers at Waldos, who have introduced themselves to us over the past year. All the other persons who've posted in this thread are unknown to us. Nuff said on that matter. Now about the Lobster roll we serve, here's the skinny: Our lobster is constructed of EXACTLY ONE QUARTER OF A POUND of PURE Lobster meat - Knuckles, Claws and Legs. The meat is not ground up, it is in chunks. If you choose the traditional style lobster roll it will contain approximately one half ounce of mayonnaise. If you choose the hot buttered style, it will be smothered in approximately one ounce of drawn butter. Either way it will be served on a grilled frankfurter roll, with a tiny nest of shredded lettuce inside (this is done to keep the lobster from sticking to the bread, for those who never knew why the're served that way). If you prefer not to have any lettuce, simply ask for it without lettuce, and we'll cheerfully provide it to you that way. We charge $8.75 for either style. Do the math on that - One pound of Lobster Meat, Claws knuckles and legs at the grocery store is currently $24.00. We're giving a quarter pound serving at a price lower than most places selling "Lobster Salad" rolls. We charge these low prices because we do ABSOLUTELY NO advertising. That's why you don't see us plastered all over the newspapers - and what we're not spending on advertising, we don't have to overcharge our customers to compensate! We certainly hope this clears up any confusion or questions. Anyone wishing further information is more than welcome to call us, or visit our website, or simply stop by. We have nothing to hide, and that's the fact, Jack.

[Skip]

Wow Pepper,

I'm sold, you definitely have my mouth watering!

We will definintely make the trip to 'Peppers soon.

And nope, never have met you or had the opportunity to dine at your establishment, but looking forward to same.

We'll make sure to say hi when we pop by for our rolls,

Skip

[Mr. V]

Originally Posted by Fat Jack

This whole string is a plant. I recognize who you all are from postings on other forums. You are all freinds and owners of Waldo's. You should be ashamed of yourself. I've had your lobster roll and it is really not very good. It pales in comparison to Sawyers. And if it was even half as good as you say, you would not have to resort to such underhandedness to trick people into trying it. Spend a few bucks and put an ad in the paper next time. I thought Don was smarter and did not allow games like this.

Post proof, or retract.

Their food is fine.

[SAMIAM]

Fat Jack,I've seen many of your previous posts and agree with many of them.....I'm with ya,buddy,on bike week and bass boats.I think you called this one wrong,though,and I'll tell you why.
No business in their right mind would try to salt down a thread in this forum because it can come right back to bite you.Sure,a few friends pump you up and then any competitor,their friends and family can just come in and TRASH you.Waldo's doesn't need to do that....the food is great and it's a fun place to go.
I understand why you might have thought so....I remember one of the local Hotels doing that last year and they paid the price.The webmaster caught on that all the positive threads were coming from owners and management and they were totally busted.
Hey,we're all wrong once in a while.

[lacey]

Great post Sam! I too love Waldo's but not only their lobster roll which is by far the best on the lake. All their food is great in both quality and quantity. I have been to Sawyers once, and once was way more than enough for me. I prefer fresh tasting food that is not over cooked, but hey, that's just me.

[Belmont Resident]

Waldo Peppers is the best. Not only for there lobster roll either.
Great job keep up the good work.

[Mr. V]

Hey, where else can you get a decent cheese steak at the Lake, eh?

[PROPELLER]

I tried the traditional lobster roll at Waldo Peppers Friday night & I was not disappointed. I would return for another & have already recommended it to friends. However, just to be fair the lobster roll I raved about in my first post was better (sorry Pepper). Johnathans lobster roll had more lobster and the chunks were bigger but it did cost more so I'd call it pretty even.

I'd also like to praise Waldo Peppers for the great ribs my wife ordered. They were tender & tasty, the fries were very good also. The service was better than average & the woman at the counter even walked around to ask how everyones food was when she had a free moment. When have you ever experienced that at a sandwhich shop. One final note, the restroom was very clean, a good indication that the kitchen is also clean.

P.S. I am not friends with anyone associated with Waldo Peppers. I tried it solely based on the posts in this forum.

[Newbiesaukee]

Tried Waldo Pepper's yesterday solely because of this forum. The traditional lobster roll was as good as advertised and an excellent value. The staff was pleasant and helpful even during the busy lunch hour. The cleanliness and small touches indicate that the owners/managers take pride in their work. All in all, a very positive experience.

[lfm]

We stayed at Channel Cottages across the street from Waldo Peppers last week. Tried the lobster roll (hot buttered style) and it was great. Their other sandwiches were delicious as was the pizza.

I have to add that the staff was extremely friendly and courteous.

Good work Pepper!

[Belmont Resident]

The person who comes out to ask how things are is usually Mrs. Pepper.
Don't piss her off, she is a red head....

[trfour]

Originally Posted by PROPELLER

I tried the traditional lobster roll at Waldo Peppers Friday night & I was not disappointed. I would return for another & have already recommended it to friends. However, just to be fair the lobster roll I raved about in my first post was better (sorry Pepper). Johnathans lobster roll had more lobster and the chunks were bigger but it did cost more so I'd call it pretty even.

I'd also like to praise Waldo Peppers for the great ribs my wife ordered. They were tender & tasty, the fries were very good also. The service was better than average & the woman at the counter even walked around to ask how everyones food was when she had a free moment. When have you ever experienced that at a sandwhich shop. One final note, the restroom was very clean, a good indication that the kitchen is also clean.

P.S. I am not friends with anyone associated with Waldo Peppers. I tried it solely based on the posts in this forum.

Thanks for being honest, Propeller. I knew that you would not be disappointed.
The next time that I am in Conway, don't know when, I will check out Johnathans. Thanks to your post, everyone has more opptions on, Exceptional Lobster Roll!

[robjnh]

Ate there today with the family and loved the Lobster Roll. Even my wife who hates ALL seafood said WOW that looks great. Rest of the family had a great meal as well. Uur meals were ever brought outside to us and we asked twice how everthing was and if we needed anything. Not your typical take out place.

[jrc]

How tolerant is PK Zyla's, if you dock there and run across the street to Waldo Peppers. Their signs seem threatening, but their dock is always empty.

[dpg]

O.K. so getting away from food for just a minute...What's the story behind the plane anyway

[rander7823]

I brought my wife and three girls up to the Lake the week of the 15th and we stopped in based on this forum. Let we tell you the lobster roll was fantastic both my wife and I enjoyed them tremedously. Being from the CT shoreline we have had our share of lobster rolls,this was one of the best, and made up for the awful weather.
But better still was the rest of the food. The should be a warning about the size of the portions. The large cheese fries could have fed the entire family, the cheeseburger scared my 6 year old it was so big. The cheese steak was one of the best I have had since my college days when we used to go to Pat's and Jim's in Philly from Lehigh Univ.
The best part was the friendly service and cleanliness of the restaurant. We took the take out menu and will be back next year.

[glennsteely]

i am from new jersey and was a summer hound on the big lake my whole life. i was just up for a week in the beginning of the month and lobster is my specialty....when i was younger, the tamarack was the place for rolls, now that i am older i tend to go further in pursuit of a meal. i had 2 from the tamarack, 2 from saywers and 3 from the plane roofed building, every one was GOOD! and i use good in the purest sense of the word...my point is, lobster is lobster if you are from new jersey,,,and it is all GOOD! mmmmmmm! i saw a comment about pats steaks in philly and i want to tell you, you have not tried a steak unless it was from lous steaks on south street. my trip as always was great, but thanks to the lobster roll stops, all of them, also georges diner in meredith, maimes, also in meredith and a new place we tried this time, new to us anyway, strawberries or the strawberry patch (not sure of the name) in wolfeboro, great food and fast service, if in the area try the pecan pancakes man oh man......

[abay]

Thanks to this forum, I had to try the Waldo Peppers lobster roll. I've been coming up to the lake for many years, and never been to eat at Waldo Peppers, but promise to become a regular.

Wonderful!!!

[phoenix]

in from the southwest and went immediately to waldo's for lobster roll and the verdict is "A"

[phoenix]

my wife and i visited Waldo's one last time before we head back to Phoenix for the winter. we had one cold and one hot but more important we had a great conversation with pepper great food great company see you in the spring

[Pepper]

Thank you, Phoenix. I enjoyed your visit as much as you did! It's always a delight to meet so many wonderful folks from this forum! Have a wonderful winter, and I look forward to seeing you again in the spring! Be sure to bring the hot weather back with you!

[tricia1218]

Talked me into it! I will try the lobster roll at Waldo's soon.