Lobster Rolls 2010

Don · 07-19-2010, 09:47 AM

What is the best Lobster Roll in the Lakes Region this year? Please post your reviews.

In past years there were lots of great Lobster Rolls being served at many places around the lake. Things change quickly in the restaurant business so it's time to revisit the subject.

I posted in the Pops Clam Shell thread that I had a rather disappointing lobster (salad) roll at Pop's in Alton Bay. Where should I try next?

ITD · 07-19-2010, 10:05 AM

Sam and Rosie's, Center Harbor, around $17.00, big pieces of claw meat, excellent every time!!!

Janet · 07-19-2010, 10:58 AM

Red Hill Dari, Center Harbor/Moultonboro. Also great clams.

VitaBene · 07-19-2010, 11:06 AM

It might take a few extra minutes because he cooks the lobster to order.

Or swing by Bart's and make your own!

Lakepilot · 07-19-2010, 01:29 PM

We just had a couple of Lobster Rolls from Harvest Market in Wolfeboro (the old Devylders) and they were as good as anything I've had around the lake. We paid $8.99 and I think they are regularly $9.99 (a Friday special I think). They were all lobster meat - no filling.

Argie's Wife · 07-19-2010, 02:15 PM

Confession:

Forgive me, O Loberster Roll Gods, for I have sinned. While at Friendly's the other night with the kiddos, I partook of a lobster roll with fries and coleslaw for $11.99 and liked it. A lot. It was full of huge chunks of meat - almost all claw - and was most certainly Maine lobster. It was on lettuce, with a little mayo and tiny chunks of celery. Served in a hot buttered and toasted long hotdog roll it was pretty dang tastee.... I mean, it was pretty sinful.

Confession is good for the soul, right?

That lobster roll was darn good... no joke.

Shreddy · 07-19-2010, 03:05 PM

Although I have no personal experience, a certain member joined the forum last summer to simply preach about The Bob House's lobster roll. There was never one more perfect and better priced anywhere. It wasn't possible...maybe consider checking it out? Oh, I believe this member has experience everywhere else and everywhere else was subpar and way overpriced...

Go figure, haven't seen LTSY posting around lately either...

Rattlesnake Gal · 07-19-2010, 03:09 PM

We need pictures of these little gems! You will all have to go back and order another one.

We'll call it Operation Lobster Roll.

NoBozo · 07-19-2010, 06:12 PM

I have never had what I describe below but this would be NICE.

A very long hot dog roll grilled on both sides with about 4/10 to 1/2 pound of warm lobster dipped in drawn butter and inserted into the roll...maybe a little Garlic Powder and Dill...........

Just Dreaming...and Salivating...

NB

EDIT: How about YOU describe to the waitperson .. Your Own Lobster Roll ..(Build Your Own)... and a price is quoted ....?? How would that work..?

sa meredith · 07-19-2010, 06:24 PM

Not a huge lobster roll guy, but have to say, The Bob House has a fantastic one. Been there several times now, and quickly becoming a huge fan. Their lobster roll is quite good.

Heaven · 07-20-2010, 11:25 AM

Probably unpopular, but I like a little "something" in the lobster salad that is in my (must be) toasted roll. Not a lot of dressing (but some!), and a little of this or that , , celery, , a herb or two (don't want to give away any ideas : ), , , otherwise we are simply looking at plain lobster. Not much to compare there except size and price which aren't really indicators of a great recipe.

kauriel · 07-23-2010, 02:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NoBozo

I have never had what I describe below but this would be NICE.

A very long hot dog roll grilled on both sides with about 4/10 to 1/2 pound of warm lobster dipped in drawn butter and inserted into the roll...maybe a little Garlic Powder and Dill...........

Just Dreaming...and Salivating...

NB

EDIT: How about YOU describe to the waitperson .. Your Own Lobster Roll ..(Build Your Own)... and a price is quoted ....?? How would that work..?

I once had a "clear" lobster roll near China Lake, Maine. There's a stand on route 3 that allows you to choose if you want mayo or butter on your lobster. I can't find the name of the place, but it looks like it's also referred to as Connecticut style.

We had no idea what clear meant, so it was a bit of a surprise when they came out with butter and I discovered that I prefer mayo to butter for lobster rolls!

Rattlesnake Guy · 07-23-2010, 09:53 AM

Not a big fan myself but I am married to one.

Question: I always give some significant credit to the lobster or lobsters who contributed to the roll. How much is it just the luck of the draw and how much is the skill or technique of the cooking and preparation?

Argie's Wife · 07-23-2010, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rattlesnake Guy

Not a big fan myself but I am married to one.

Question: I always give some significant credit to the lobster or lobsters who contributed to the roll. How much is it just the luck of the draw and how much is the skill or technique of the cooking and preparation?

I think it's more about the assembly of the roll... The lettuce has to be under the meat, between the meat and bread, so that the filling doesn't stick to the bread. The roll has to be buttered and lightly toasted - extra points for a good-quality roll that doesn't break when it's filled. The filling should have a little mayo - a little celery is okay if it's chopped up tiny - and if you must put paprika on the roll, please only use a little sweet paprika. The meat should be fresh, clean of as much shell pieces and all as possible and chunks - not shredded. A piece of lemon on the side is a must.

It's an art and a science!

trfour · 07-23-2010, 06:03 PM

Difference.

Steaming lobster is actually preferred over boiling as it tends to tenderize the lobster meat especially for larger lobsters. Start off with a large stock or lobster pot and cover the bottom with 2" of generously salted water (ideally, sea salt). Bring water to a boil, place the lobster in head first and cover.
The cooking times.

Lobster Weight	Cooking Time
1-1.25 lbs.	10-12 minutes
1.25 - 2 lbs.	12-18 minutes
2 - 3 lbs.	18-25 minutes
3 - 6 lbs.	25-40 minutes
6 - 7 lbs.	40-60 minutes
8 lbs. & over	7 minutes per pound.

Terry

Bear Island South · 07-19-2010, 07:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Argie's Wife

Confession:

Forgive me, O Loberster Roll Gods, for I have sinned. While at Friendly's the other night with the kiddos, I partook of a lobster roll with fries and coleslaw for $11.99 and liked it. A lot. It was full of huge chunks of meat - almost all claw - and was most certainly Maine lobster. It was on lettuce, with a little mayo and tiny chunks of celery. Served in a hot buttered and toasted long hotdog roll it was pretty dang tastee.... I mean, it was pretty sinful.

Confession is good for the soul, right?

That lobster roll was darn good... no joke.

D'Angelos has a pretty decent one for $9.99 and you can make it a Surf and Turf with a Steak and Cheese for $14.99

twoplustwo · 07-19-2010, 07:16 PM

Red Hill Dari's can't be beat!

brk-lnt · 07-19-2010, 08:30 PM

We've hit Sawyers a few times this year for lobster rolls and haven't been disappointed.

VtSteve · 07-19-2010, 09:54 PM

I've had many all over the place. I still think The Lobster Pound is the class of the lobster roll.

We "had" a great one on the water here in Vermont. This year, portions are way smaller, price is higher.

Give me chips and slaw and I'm happy.

Truthfully, I think most people latch onto a place they like and it become fantastic. I only love the food, surroundings are secondary. Sorry, but TLP is the best on all counts.

Lucky1 · 07-20-2010, 01:48 AM

We like Sam and Rosie's the best but have not yet tried Kevin's. Actually went to several places here and tried the lobster rolls this year to see which was the best.

Don · 07-20-2010, 10:56 AM

Just to make you all hungry and demonstrate what the perfect lobster roll (IMHO) looks like feast your eyes on this picture. Each year we attend a Lobster Bake in Boothbay, Maine. These rolls are made from 100% sweet, fresh Maine lobster. Best of all it's all you can eat! I won't admit to how many I ate last year as platter after platter came out. If a restaurant in the Lakes Region could duplicate this simple but delectable lobster roll I'd be a regular customer.

Waldo Peppers (now closed) came close but didn't contain Maine lobster (this is a double):

Lucky1 · 07-20-2010, 11:25 AM

When is the Lobster Bake in BoothBay and how much does it cost? About how far would it be from Moultonborough?

Don · 07-20-2010, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Lucky1

When is the Lobster Bake in BoothBay and how much does it cost? About how far would it be from Moultonborough?

Sorry, it's private.

VtSteve · 07-20-2010, 11:55 AM

Great looking lobster there Don. But the rolls are small, some are schrunched, and they don't look toasted

You give me an untoasted lobster roll and I'm not very impressed.

Don · 07-20-2010, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by VtSteve

the rolls are small

They are the perfect size on regular size hot dog rolls, the same size restaurants serve. You can eat as many as you want.

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Originally Posted by VtSteve

some are schrunched

???

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Originally Posted by VtSteve

and they don't look toasted

You can get them either way.

Quote:

Originally Posted by VtSteve

You give me an untoasted lobster roll and I'm not very impressed.

The taste and freshness of these lobster rolls is very impressive to me.

NoBozo · 07-20-2010, 12:46 PM

I sent the picture of the platter of Lobster Rolls to my wife at work. Now maybe we can GO OUT Tonight for a Bite.

NB

Fishin Fool · 07-20-2010, 04:48 PM

Everyone's selling lobster rolls this summer, from $8.99 to $19.99, many of them delicious. The thing you need to inquire about is exactly how much lobster meat is in the sandwich. I've been asking and some have 4 oz, some 5 oz, some 6 oz and some have 8 oz of meat. Once you know that you can determine what kind of deal you are getting.

RI Swamp Yankee · 07-28-2010, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Argie's Wife

.... While at Friendly's the other night with the kiddos, I partook of a lobster roll with fries and coleslaw for $11.99 and liked it. A lot. .....

Which Friendly's ?

I just had a few good ones in Maine but that is not The Lake. In a couple of weeks I will be up near The Lake and will be trying as many as I can.

Argie's Wife · 07-28-2010, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by RI Swamp Yankee

Which Friendly's ?

I just had a few good ones in Maine but that is not The Lake. In a couple of weeks I will be up near The Lake and will be trying as many as I can.

I was in Rochester... but there's a Friendly's in Laconia, too.

VitaBene · 08-03-2010, 10:30 AM

We decided to float and eat last Friday, so off to Bart's I went and picked up two 2 plus pounders, and steamed them up. I do all the prep work at home- cleaned the lobbies and cut the meat up, added a touch of mayo and put in a tupperware container, grilled and buttered the rolls, and hit the lake.

When we were ready to eat, I stuff them and:

eyenotall777 · 08-03-2010, 02:28 PM

We did the same thing, it was beautiful Friday:

VitaBene · 08-03-2010, 08:57 PM

Awesome Eye, what a great night!

chipj29 · 08-06-2010, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VitaBene

We decided to float and eat last Friday, so off to Bart's I went and picked up two 2 plus pounders, and steamed them up. I do all the prep work at home- cleaned the lobbies and cut the meat up, added a touch of mayo and put in a tupperware container, grilled and buttered the rolls, and hit the lake.

When we were ready to eat, I stuff them and:

So hey, VitaBene ole buddy...when does the lobster roll cruise depart this weekend?

Lucky1 · 08-09-2010, 06:42 PM

Has the MOST DELICIOUS LOBSTER MEAT!! I learned about this only today. A neighbor whose opinion I respect, told me that he had gotten a pound of lobster meat at Wining Butcher and had made four delicious rolls. I decided to stop in at Wining Butcher after I finished my shopping at Hannaford. I purchased eight Country Kitchen Frankfurt rolls while at Hannaford that were in a package marked 2/$4.00 along with my blueberries, magoes, fresh cooked turkey breast (instead of the chickens) and Chobani no fat yogurt, asparagus etc.
I then crossed the street and got gas and went to Wining Butcher. I had never been there. The woman beside me got two very large chicken parm breasts for $10.45 for both. I was amazed and told her that was a good deal. She said they were delicious. The lobster meat looked great so I took a chance and got a pound. It is $22 something a pound. I came home and made THREE STUFFED ROLLS for our dinner. They were wonderful. I would not make four if you like your lobster roll really stuffed!
So I am now casting two votes. If you like to have it all made for you and eat at a restaurant, then Sam and Rosie's is my favorite. Those cost $17.95 each plus tax and tip, and come with fries or cole slaw. Wining Butcher is my favorite if you want to take the meat home and make your own. (Just stuff the meat into the rolls!)
We like to have people in for lobster rolls for lunch at the water on a nice day. Will get a Hart's blueberry pie and vanilla ice cream for dessert.

trfour · 07-19-2010, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don

What is the best Lobster Roll in the Lakes Region this year? Please post your reviews.

In past years there were lots of great Lobster Rolls being served at many places around the lake. Things change quickly in the restaurant business so it's time to revisit the subject.

I posted in the Pops Clam Shell thread that I had a rather disappointing lobster (salad) roll at Pop's in Alton Bay. Where should I try next?

Maybe somewhat off topic, though should anyone find a better Lobster Roll than what Waldo Peppers served at their old place on Weirs Blvd near the Beach, Please let us know!!!!
[ Even without the ((((( Hugs ))))), they were the best Dang Lobster Rolls on the planet, so far! ]...

Now, I even had my camera with me on occasion and never crossed my mind to take a picture of one. My guess is that they never lasted long enough, even the ones that I ordered To Go!

However, all is not lost because our very own WebMaster got hooked as well, and here is a pic that he took.

hancoveguy · 07-25-2010, 10:31 PM

Red Hill Dari has my vote. Might not be the best but I had one tonight and it was darn good. $11.95 for a grilled hot dog roll over flowing with lobster meat, a lil mayo a slice of lettuce and some fries. It was ready in about 3 minutes, then I washed it down with a kiddie soft serve cone for $1.75.

The only thing missing was the proverbial "diet soda"...

I would get another in a heartbeat.
HCG

Redwing · 07-26-2010, 09:30 AM

Sam and Rosies is the best, with Red Hill Dari a very close second, and Kevin's a close third.

Stormking · 08-05-2010, 12:15 PM

Lobster rolls are on special all of August.

http://us1.campaign-archive.com/?u=9...&id=d7d754666f

Stormking · 08-05-2010, 01:20 PM

VitaBene · 08-05-2010, 01:31 PM

SK, I held my tongue when you posted the link ... and the rumor

Stormking · 08-05-2010, 02:36 PM

Busted, have a great summer

Argie's Wife · 08-05-2010, 07:27 PM

Maybe someone here knows the answer to this one...

If you buy a one pound lobster, steam it, and shell it, how much meat can you expect to yield?

Just wondering...

pops · 08-05-2010, 08:52 PM

A 1# lobster yields 3-4 oz. of meat. if they are hard shelled.

VitaBene · 08-05-2010, 10:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Argie's Wife

Maybe someone here knows the answer to this one...

If you buy a one pound lobster, steam it, and shell it, how much meat can you expect to yield?

Just wondering...

AW you should be able to get a decent lobster roll out of a 1 pounder.

ClosetExtrovert · 08-30-2010, 11:43 AM

Shibley's? They definitely have the best cole slaw...

CKB · 08-31-2010, 02:58 PM

I cannot comment for the best but definately can on the worst.
Wolf,s Tavern in Wolfboro. It arrived as an untoasted roll filled with lobster mush. They must have put the lobster in a grinder.

Grady223 · 09-01-2010, 10:22 AM

Downtown Grille in Wolfeboro (recently sold and move to Main Street) no questions asked absolutely the best!

RI Swamp Yankee · 09-01-2010, 11:40 AM

I haven't sampled enough around the lake recently to claim to be an expert but I was well satisfied

with the one I had recently at Red Hill Dari and the fries and slaw included were also excellent.

(I posted this picture in the Red Hill Dari thread)

donnamatrix · 09-01-2010, 01:48 PM

Stopped there Monday, after extensive allergy testing to ensure I have no allergies to seafood .... long story, but haven't had seafood all summer - so, tests show no allergies - MUST have lobster roll. Tilt'N Diner was a little pricey at $17, but wow-two huge scoops of lobster salad, very little mayo, tiny bit of celery. Too big to eat with hands ... had to use utensils. It was fabulous.

Argie's Wife · 09-01-2010, 02:22 PM

Wednesday nights at Lone Oak in Rochester the lobster rolls are on special for something like $8/each (normally $10.99) and they are to die for! Their ice cream is made on site and rocks, too.

Yeah, R'chester isn't exactly the Lakes Region but I had to share this gem of a place with all y'all... especially whereas today is Wednesday.

http://www.lagos-lone-oak.com/2008%2...er%20Home.html

ITD · 09-01-2010, 07:24 PM

Sam and Rosie's

SIKSUKR · 09-02-2010, 12:51 PM

You guys don't go to D'Angelos?

Belmont Resident · 09-08-2010, 06:59 PM

Town docks in Meredith. Took the day off and stopped in last Wednesday for lunch. Friend got the clam plate and I got the lobster roll. 4 small chunks of lobster about a tablespoon each lined the roll. More lettuce than lobster.
On the upside the clams were excellent as were the Sams Summer.

Pineedles · 09-08-2010, 07:26 PM

Dollars to donuts, Red Hill Dari in Centre Harbor is the best taste and deal.

Argie's Wife · 09-08-2010, 07:35 PM

Since we've already had a thread like this over the summer, with some great photos of yummy samplings from the season, I think this link will help: HERE.

Redwing · 09-09-2010, 08:19 AM

I took someone's suggestion on this Forum, and bought lobster salad at the Whining Butcher and it was outstanding. Absolutely delicious, & made my own lobster rolls which - if I do say so myself - rivaled Sam and Rosies, which in my opinion are the best of the best.

Belmont Resident · 09-09-2010, 07:05 PM

While I've experianced them a few times but not in the past year or so they are a little pricey for my budget. The tips are awsome and if I could afford them more I would but $8 or $9 a pound doesn't get me much bang for my buck after they are quickly devoured. Can't say enough about how good they are but I just can not afford them except for special occasions.
The last time was the send off party for my son going over seas.

Redwing · 09-10-2010, 09:07 AM

Yes, at $22.00/pound the Lobster salad was a bit pricey, but worth every dollar, and I was able to assemble 4-5 very generous lobster rolls on a pound and one-half of the Whining Butcher lobster salad. Not bad when you consider that lobster rolls range in price in the Lakes Region from a low of ca. $10.00 to a high of $17.00/18.00 each, and it was truly outstanding lobster salad. I added a dollup of potato salad to the plates, some chips, seedless grapes, and nice pickles....made a very nice presentation and was delicious. I will return next summer to enjoy some more!

Sidewinder · 09-10-2010, 07:37 PM

The lobster Pound best lobster rolls I've had to date, full of complete lobster tail claws you name it! I call it the lazy mans lobster becasue its like you get 2 lobsters for the price of 1.

RI Swamp Yankee · 09-10-2010, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Sidewinder

.. full of complete lobster tail claws ....

I didn't know lobster tails had claws.

07-19-2010, 09:47 AM	#1
Don Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 34 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 6 Thanked 15 Times in 7 Posts	Lobster Rolls 2010 What is the best Lobster Roll in the Lakes Region this year? Please post your reviews. In past years there were lots of great Lobster Rolls being served at many places around the lake. Things change quickly in the restaurant business so it's time to revisit the subject. I posted in the Pops Clam Shell thread that I had a rather disappointing lobster (salad) roll at Pop's in Alton Bay. Where should I try next?

07-19-2010, 11:06 AM	#4
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,552 Thanks: 1,583 Thanked 1,616 Times in 829 Posts	Kevin's Cafe It might take a few extra minutes because he cooks the lobster to order. Or swing by Bart's and make your own!

07-19-2010, 03:05 PM	#7
Shreddy Senior Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Moultonboro Posts: 509 Thanks: 178 Thanked 212 Times in 114 Posts	LovelyToSeeYou and The Bob House Although I have no personal experience, a certain member joined the forum last summer to simply preach about The Bob House's lobster roll. There was never one more perfect and better priced anywhere. It wasn't possible...maybe consider checking it out? Oh, I believe this member has experience everywhere else and everywhere else was subpar and way overpriced... Go figure, haven't seen LTSY posting around lately either...

07-19-2010, 03:09 PM	#8
Rattlesnake Gal Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Central NH Posts: 5,252 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 1,451 Thanked 1,349 Times in 475 Posts	We Need Pictures! We need pictures of these little gems! You will all have to go back and order another one. We'll call it Operation Lobster Roll.

07-19-2010, 06:12 PM	#9
NoBozo Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Portsmouth. RI Posts: 2,231 Thanks: 400 Thanked 460 Times in 308 Posts	The Perfect Lobster Roll I have never had what I describe below but this would be NICE. A very long hot dog roll grilled on both sides with about 4/10 to 1/2 pound of warm lobster dipped in drawn butter and inserted into the roll...maybe a little Garlic Powder and Dill........... Just Dreaming...and Salivating... NB EDIT: How about YOU describe to the waitperson .. Your Own Lobster Roll ..(Build Your Own)... and a price is quoted ....?? How would that work..?

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07-19-2010, 10:05 AM	#2
ITD Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonboro, NH Posts: 2,913 Thanks: 474 Thanked 684 Times in 382 Posts	Sam and Rosie's, Center Harbor, around $17.00, big pieces of claw meat, excellent every time!!!

07-19-2010, 10:58 AM	#3
Janet Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Texas Posts: 468 Thanks: 232 Thanked 131 Times in 89 Posts	Red Hill Dari, Center Harbor/Moultonboro. Also great clams.

07-19-2010, 01:29 PM	#5
Lakepilot Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 446 Thanks: 70 Thanked 57 Times in 40 Posts	We just had a couple of Lobster Rolls from Harvest Market in Wolfeboro (the old Devylders) and they were as good as anything I've had around the lake. We paid $8.99 and I think they are regularly $9.99 (a Friday special I think). They were all lobster meat - no filling.

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07-19-2010, 02:15 PM	#6
Argie's Wife Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Alton Posts: 1,908 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 533 Thanked 579 Times in 260 Posts	Confession: Forgive me, O Loberster Roll Gods, for I have sinned. While at Friendly's the other night with the kiddos, I partook of a lobster roll with fries and coleslaw for $11.99 and liked it. A lot. It was full of huge chunks of meat - almost all claw - and was most certainly Maine lobster. It was on lettuce, with a little mayo and tiny chunks of celery. Served in a hot buttered and toasted long hotdog roll it was pretty dang tastee.... I mean, it was pretty sinful. Confession is good for the soul, right? That lobster roll was darn good... no joke.

07-19-2010, 06:24 PM	#10
sa meredith Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 986 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 32 Thanked 352 Times in 137 Posts	Bob House Not a huge lobster roll guy, but have to say, The Bob House has a fantastic one. Been there several times now, and quickly becoming a huge fan. Their lobster roll is quite good.

07-20-2010, 11:25 AM	#11
Heaven Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 523 Thanks: 128 Thanked 95 Times in 67 Posts	Probably unpopular, but I like a little "something" in the lobster salad that is in my (must be) toasted roll. Not a lot of dressing (but some!), and a little of this or that , , celery, , a herb or two (don't want to give away any ideas : ), , , otherwise we are simply looking at plain lobster. Not much to compare there except size and price which aren't really indicators of a great recipe.

07-23-2010, 09:53 AM	#13
Rattlesnake Guy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 1,254 Thanks: 423 Thanked 366 Times in 175 Posts	Not a big fan myself but I am married to one. Question: I always give some significant credit to the lobster or lobsters who contributed to the roll. How much is it just the luck of the draw and how much is the skill or technique of the cooking and preparation?

07-19-2010, 07:16 PM	#17
twoplustwo Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 456 Thanks: 51 Thanked 39 Times in 21 Posts	mmm lobster rolls! Red Hill Dari's can't be beat!

07-19-2010, 08:30 PM	#18
brk-lnt Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: South Down Shores Posts: 1,944 Thanks: 543 Thanked 570 Times in 335 Posts	We've hit Sawyers a few times this year for lobster rolls and haven't been disappointed. __________________ [insert witty phrase here]

07-19-2010, 09:54 PM	#19
VtSteve Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,320 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 230 Thanked 361 Times in 169 Posts	I've had many all over the place. I still think The Lobster Pound is the class of the lobster roll. We "had" a great one on the water here in Vermont. This year, portions are way smaller, price is higher. Give me chips and slaw and I'm happy. Truthfully, I think most people latch onto a place they like and it become fantastic. I only love the food, surroundings are secondary. Sorry, but TLP is the best on all counts.

07-20-2010, 01:48 AM	#20
Lucky1 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Moultonborough and FL Posts: 459 Thanks: 318 Thanked 123 Times in 53 Posts	We like Sam and Rosie's the best but have not yet tried Kevin's. Actually went to several places here and tried the lobster rolls this year to see which was the best.

07-20-2010, 10:56 AM	#21
Don Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 34 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 6 Thanked 15 Times in 7 Posts	The Perfect Lobster Roll Just to make you all hungry and demonstrate what the perfect lobster roll (IMHO) looks like feast your eyes on this picture. Each year we attend a Lobster Bake in Boothbay, Maine. These rolls are made from 100% sweet, fresh Maine lobster. Best of all it's all you can eat! I won't admit to how many I ate last year as platter after platter came out. If a restaurant in the Lakes Region could duplicate this simple but delectable lobster roll I'd be a regular customer. Waldo Peppers (now closed) came close but didn't contain Maine lobster (this is a double):

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07-20-2010, 11:55 AM	#24
VtSteve Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,320 Blog Entries: 1 Thanks: 230 Thanked 361 Times in 169 Posts	Great looking lobster there Don. But the rolls are small, some are schrunched, and they don't look toasted You give me an untoasted lobster roll and I'm not very impressed.

07-20-2010, 12:46 PM	#26
NoBozo Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Portsmouth. RI Posts: 2,231 Thanks: 400 Thanked 460 Times in 308 Posts	I sent the picture of the platter of Lobster Rolls to my wife at work. Now maybe we can GO OUT Tonight for a Bite. NB

07-20-2010, 04:48 PM	#27
Fishin Fool Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Columbia, CT Posts: 14 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts	How much meat ?? Everyone's selling lobster rolls this summer, from $8.99 to $19.99, many of them delicious. The thing you need to inquire about is exactly how much lobster meat is in the sandwich. I've been asking and some have 4 oz, some 5 oz, some 6 oz and some have 8 oz of meat. Once you know that you can determine what kind of deal you are getting.

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08-03-2010, 10:30 AM	#30
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,552 Thanks: 1,583 Thanked 1,616 Times in 829 Posts	My rendition We decided to float and eat last Friday, so off to Bart's I went and picked up two 2 plus pounders, and steamed them up. I do all the prep work at home- cleaned the lobbies and cut the meat up, added a touch of mayo and put in a tupperware container, grilled and buttered the rolls, and hit the lake. When we were ready to eat, I stuff them and: Attached Images

08-03-2010, 02:28 PM	#31
eyenotall777 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 153 Thanks: 39 Thanked 28 Times in 19 Posts	Great Minds Think Alike We did the same thing, it was beautiful Friday: Attached Images

08-03-2010, 08:57 PM	#32
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,552 Thanks: 1,583 Thanked 1,616 Times in 829 Posts	Awesome Eye, what a great night!

08-09-2010, 06:42 PM	#34
Lucky1 Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Moultonborough and FL Posts: 459 Thanks: 318 Thanked 123 Times in 53 Posts	Wining Butcher in Meredith... behind the gas station near ETC. Has the MOST DELICIOUS LOBSTER MEAT!! I learned about this only today. A neighbor whose opinion I respect, told me that he had gotten a pound of lobster meat at Wining Butcher and had made four delicious rolls. I decided to stop in at Wining Butcher after I finished my shopping at Hannaford. I purchased eight Country Kitchen Frankfurt rolls while at Hannaford that were in a package marked 2/$4.00 along with my blueberries, magoes, fresh cooked turkey breast (instead of the chickens) and Chobani no fat yogurt, asparagus etc. I then crossed the street and got gas and went to Wining Butcher. I had never been there. The woman beside me got two very large chicken parm breasts for $10.45 for both. I was amazed and told her that was a good deal. She said they were delicious. The lobster meat looked great so I took a chance and got a pound. It is $22 something a pound. I came home and made THREE STUFFED ROLLS for our dinner. They were wonderful. I would not make four if you like your lobster roll really stuffed! So I am now casting two votes. If you like to have it all made for you and eat at a restaurant, then Sam and Rosie's is my favorite. Those cost $17.95 each plus tax and tip, and come with fries or cole slaw. Wining Butcher is my favorite if you want to take the meat home and make your own. (Just stuff the meat into the rolls!) We like to have people in for lobster rolls for lunch at the water on a nice day. Will get a Hart's blueberry pie and vanilla ice cream for dessert. Last edited by Lucky1; 08-10-2010 at 07:52 AM. Reason: spelling

07-25-2010, 10:31 PM	#36
hancoveguy Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 276 Thanks: 95 Thanked 65 Times in 30 Posts	Red Hill Dari has my vote. Might not be the best but I had one tonight and it was darn good. $11.95 for a grilled hot dog roll over flowing with lobster meat, a lil mayo a slice of lettuce and some fries. It was ready in about 3 minutes, then I washed it down with a kiddie soft serve cone for $1.75. The only thing missing was the proverbial "diet soda"... I would get another in a heartbeat. HCG

07-26-2010, 09:30 AM	#37
Redwing Deceased Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Haven, Connecticut and summer resident of Moultonborough, NH since 1952 Posts: 216 Thanks: 324 Thanked 43 Times in 27 Posts	Lobster Rolls Sam and Rosies is the best, with Red Hill Dari a very close second, and Kevin's a close third.

08-05-2010, 12:15 PM	#38
Stormking Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	I heard a rumor.... Lobster rolls are on special all of August. http://us1.campaign-archive.com/?u=9...&id=d7d754666f

08-05-2010, 01:20 PM	#39
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08-05-2010, 01:31 PM	#40
VitaBene Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 3,552 Thanks: 1,583 Thanked 1,616 Times in 829 Posts	Looks like an advertisement to me SK, I held my tongue when you posted the link ... and the rumor

08-05-2010, 02:36 PM	#41
Stormking Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 6 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Busted, have a great summer