The Best Lobster in Portland, Maine

Street and Company

Who says the best lobster in Portland can't be served in a number of ways? At this restaurant, the cooking philosophy is versatility. Past lobster dishes have included such staples as grilled lobster on linguini with butter and garlic, as well as such innovative fare as Maine lobster bread pudding. Heaping portions and elegant preparation make this seafood restaurant a must for any lobster-loving visitor to Portland.

The Merry Table

This restaurant provides a European spin on some of the best lobster in Portland. Owned and operated by a French couple, The Merry Table uses the famed Maine crustacean in such French staples as crêpes and bisque. Watch the owner and chef effortlessly whip up an elegant fusion dish while listening to the French music playing softly overhead. The décor will whisk you away to the south of France, while your taste buds will thank you for the fresh seafood of Maine's coast. A definite must for those looking for a seafood restaurant that feels like a French bistro.

Fishermen's Grill

For the best lobster in Portland served up in classic style, check out the Fishermen's Grill. This hole-in-the-wall is one of the seaside city's hidden gems, providing simply delectable lobster. Attached to a fish market, customers can handpick their lobster, and chat with the friendly owner as he cooks it on-the-spot. A no-frills place to eat the best lobster rolls in the city, you're sure to dream of the Fishermen's Grill long after your belly is full.

Gilbert's Chowder House

A family restaurant on the seaside, this restaurant provides some of the best lobster in Portland at some of the best prices. Try classics such as the lobster roll or seafood gumbo, chockfull of lobster chunks, or get a full steamed lobster for the ambitious appetite. Take a seat on their deck overlooking the sea and watch the tide roll in as you eat your fresh lobster.

Portland Lobster Co.

There's no question when it comes to what this restaurant offers: the best lobster in Portland, no less, and often much more. The lively ambience perfectly complements the flavorful but simple lobster dishes, as live bands play every night on an outdoor stage, and customers savor their large portions at picnic tables. The Portland Lobster Co. is a staple for locals and tourists alike, and may entice you back for more than one meal during your trip.

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