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James Hook & Company

Seafood Restaurant and Fish Market$$$$

Downtown Boston, Boston

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Ranked #4 for seafood restaurants in Boston
The lobster rolls at James Hook & Company is a can't miss
"Amazing lobster roll, lobster bisque, and stuffed scallops."(66 Tips)
"Really yummy lobster rolls with a good amount of meat."(3 Tips)
"... $3 for a large one, Lobster bisque is also top notch"(5 Tips)
"Get the small lobster roll (good price!) and the clam chowder."(7 Tips)

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Jess N.July 7, 2013
Easily the best lobster roll I had in Boston! They also sell lobsters, crabs, mussels, seafood galore at a reasonable price and they pack it for you (lasts 24-36 hours). I will be definitely be back!
Joe GramcAugust 30, 2015
If you are in Boston and want a Lobster Roll, this is the only place to go. Get the large, for $3 extra its worth it.
Vanessa GatlinFebruary 17, 2014
(Best of Boston 2013-LOBSTER ROLL) Improper Bostonian says, "Here's the deal with lobster rolls: The whole point is to showcase the lobster. If you start getting too fancy, you'll mask the flavor."
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Aadil BhattiMay 21, 2017
Amazing lobster roll, lobster bisque, and stuffed scallops. Quick, delicious meal. A little pricey but if you're visiting it's worth it.
Greg GNovember 2, 2014
This place has a great lobster roll. I like that they offer a regular size ($15) and a large ($18). Large is pictured. Definitely worth it.
Meg BermanDecember 5, 2018
Located in an unassumingly special trailer, James Hook & Co. offers the best lobster rolls, with lots of tail & claw meat, light on the mayo. Open year round for lunch, expect long lines when sunny.
Meg BermanNovember 9, 2018
Located in an unassumingly special trailer, James Hook & Co. offers the best lobster rolls, with lots of tail & claw meat, light on the mayo. Open year round for lunch, expect long lines when sunny.
JasonJune 25, 2015
Best Lobster Roll I've ever had! A must visit in Boston. The lobster bisque and crab cake are pretty great too
Jen AAugust 27, 2014
Nothing fancy in terms of seating but the food is delicious. You have to try: the lobster roll, lobster Mac and cheese and the clam chowder
TingOctober 6, 2015
Looks like an institution by the harbour. $19 for a large lobster roll. Cheaper than the average? Yes. Tastier? No. The steamed whole lobster with butter looks good though. Will go for that next time.
Evelyn TioJune 24, 2015
By far the best lobster roll I've ever had. Stuffed with meat--this is the real deal. Sometimes they give free samples of clam chowder which is also delicious!
Ingrid HartmanSeptember 15, 2015
Really yummy lobster rolls with a good amount of meat. Pretty expensive - recommend just buying the meat separately and making the roll yourself to save money and get more meat!
Grace GerrityMarch 12, 2015
This is a great place for lobster rolls... only thing missing is an ice cold beer. You have to try it if you are visiting boston. Love it.
Christine SiroisJuly 4, 2017
Lobster rolls are A+. Jam-packed with claw, tail and knuckle meat, these are the real deal.
Ellie RountreeApril 21, 2014
Get the small lobster roll (good price!) and the clam chowder. Sprinkle with Old Bay. Be happy.
Danny RacecarSeptember 1, 2022
Been here 10+ times
I like to get my meal then eat it silently and alone inside one of the porta potties. I do some of my best thinking in there.
Terri GJuly 19, 2011
Lobster roll is only $12, however.. if you're a lobster roll fanatic like myself, you need to know that it's on a small sub roll - not a warm buttery, grilled top split hot dog bun.
Leibnitz PirozziApril 2, 2011
Wow! Everything I had was OUT OF THIS WORLD, from the lobster bisque -to the stuffed clam -to the crab cake...and of course their famous lobster roll! The best value in Boston :D
What's Good HereAugust 7, 2014
Go in for one of the best lobster rolls in Boston. The line moves quickly.
Ha DiemAugust 30, 2014
Yummy lobster rolls and stuffed clams! The stuffed clams had huge chunks of clams, yumm. There's not a lot of seating though.
David CastilloMarch 25, 2016
The BEST Lobster Rolls I've ever eaten, spend the extra $3 for a large one, Lobster bisque is also top notch
Constantin WJanuary 22, 2019
Excellent lobster rolls! Get the big one, it has the way better roll!
AnnmarieOctober 26, 2014
The lobster rolls here are the best I've had. Very lightly dressed and incredibly fresh. Good prices to boot.
Carl GriffinJanuary 8, 2016
The lobster and prawn dishes are delightful.
Daniel TewfikJune 24, 2015
Opened in 1925, the location has remained the same ever since! Come for a lobster roll or four. I know I did. Read more
Madison SOctober 31, 2015
Lobster Roll and Lobster Salad was phenomenal. Our server Mitch was also super friendly and helpful!
Isabella WeiJune 28, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Hands down the best lobster roll. Large chunks of fresh caught lobster + light and refreshing dressing.
Jennifer MinallOctober 19, 2018
Amazing lobster rolls and clam chowder honestly we research tons and this was awesome
Bridget GaelSeptember 28, 2018
Lobster rolls are the best I’ve ever had!
Rebecca MazzaSeptember 11, 2016
A lot of fresh lobster for the price but not the best I've ever had
Jeffrey GilesSeptember 27, 2014
Stopped in 9n the way to the hotel from the Train Station. Best Lobster Roll I had while in Boston!
Pradep KumarAugust 15, 2014
Lobster Roll was simple and tasty. But even the large one doesn't fill you up. Get something along with it.
Joseph CettinaAugust 16, 2014
We had the Lobster roll and Clam chowder also very good we did not like the crab cakes
Shane MartinSeptember 25, 2016
Large roll is worth the extra. Meaty and hardly any filler
Jay SekulowNovember 14, 2016
Best lobster roll I've had. Plenty of lobster! Closes at 3 PM on Sundays.
Vitamin YiApril 26, 2024
Why get the regular? The large has 2x more lobstaaaaa
Vu Long TranOctober 4, 2015
Yep. Lobster rolls are to die for here. Freshly caught and cooked here. Can't beat that!
Raymond BaileyFebruary 24, 2017
Wish I would've sprung for the large lobster roll! Either way, it was delicious.
Nathan KwokNovember 4, 2011
Been here 10+ times
I always take my visiting friends here for the lobster rolls. They offer relatively cheap lobster rolls with plenty of lobster meat in them.
Rock RainesJuly 9, 2019
Great place to get a lobster roll and beer outside.
Jeff ByrnesJune 24, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Probably the strongest spot for a lobster roll in downtown Boston.
Joseph CettinaAugust 16, 2014
They cooked up steamers for us they were very fresh great nice flavor
Jeff WeinsteinMarch 31, 2013
Lobster roll (toasted), clam chowder, almond crusted crab cakes.
Tobias KurolSeptember 12, 2014
The $18 large lobster roll was excellent and won't leave you hungry.
FLAfamilyguruOctober 17, 2013
Chunky yummy lobster rolls, regular and large. Nothing fancy but tasty.
Constance WJuly 14, 2013
Great lobster roll at a great price.
Leah JohnsonAugust 30, 2014
Sweet delicious lobster roll. Don't leave without one.
Valentin GuerinOctober 5, 2015
Fresh seafood, the lobster roll is going but not exceptional.
Earn NichaDecember 22, 2016
The best cold mayonaise lobster roll in Boston!
zisis petrouJuly 16, 2017
nice lobster rolls and new england clam chowder.

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