It's on 2 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Address242 E 81st St, New York, NY 10028
- From my guide, updated January 2024.
Opened in NYC in 2009, Luke’s Lobster is a family owned business bringing Maine style lobster rolls to the masses. It didn’t take long for the small shack to expand, heck, it now operates in 10 states! I know seafood can be pricey, but believe me the premium is worth it. Luke’s Lobster buys directly from trusted fishermen and you can taste the quality with every bite.
The quality leaves little room to wonder why Luke’s Lobster is one of the best restaurants near Central Park. The nationally recognized lobster rolls are the star of the show, but the menu has a few other options. There’s also crab and shrimp rolls, as well as lobster mac & cheese and an amazing clam chowder.
It’s no secret seafood can be pricey, but believe me the premium is worth it. By owning their own seafood purchasing business, Luke’s Lobster is able to buy directly from trusted fishermen.The quality leaves little room to wonder how Luke’s Lobster became one of the best restaurants in the Upper East Side.
The nationally recognized lobster rolls are the star of the show, however; the menu also offers alternative options. There are crab and shrimp rolls, as well as lobster mac & cheese and an amazing clam chowder.