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The Lobster Shanty
Dive Bar, Seafood Restaurant, and BBQ Joint$$$$
Downtown Salem, Salem
The lobster at The Lobster Shanty is a can't miss
"Lobster Mac n Cheese is great, good portion too!"(9 Tips)
"The Connecticut Style Lobster Roll (butter, no mayo) is to die for."(14 Tips)
"THE CLYDE BURGER is awesome."(2 Tips)
"The millionaire burger is a must try, perfect burger with deep..."(2 Tips)
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James COctober 15, 2016Good food and good service. Long wait but it was Salem in October as expected. The Lobster Martini was not a let down it was awesome and the atmosphere was a great feel. Check it out.
Reagan BarbosaNovember 1, 2016I came here because I knew it was on the show Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives and because I love lobster. I was disappointed. My favorite Lobster is from The Lobster Place in NY. It's hard to top.
BradSeptember 7, 2013This place is great! Get the poutine for starter. Iobster mac n cheese is delicious. The lobster roll is loaded with lobster meat. Wife got the sully burger and she loved it. Highly recommended.
KellyOctober 28, 2014Lobster roll was amazing! And SO MUCH MEAT! And don't forget to try the lobster Rangoon: To. Die. For.
Lisa RodriguezAugust 25, 2019That sign was a total lie! My daughter said “Everyone is so nice here. Whenever I look at them, they smile at me.”!! Also, the lobster roll was delicious!
Paul HaydenJuly 1, 2015The boiled lobster was good! Fried Shrimp basket was very good and the fried fish basket was good too. Prices are reasonable! Service was good!
David DeutschOctober 28, 2016I love the Lobster Shanty. It's always amazing. Fried pickles and Poutine. Great original drinks. Always a stop on my Salem bar crawl.
Drinks are great, lobster Mac & cheese is fantastic, some of the best steak tips in the state, and amazing burgers
Pierrick ThébaultApril 14, 2014The Connecticut style lobster roll is the best I ever had so far in the Boston area. Served with amazing french fries...- The millionaire burger is a must try, perfect burger with deep fried brie on top.. OMG and the hand cut fries this year really make a difference
joe brinsonMay 19, 2013Catch a live band, sit outside and eat some good grub. This place a hidden gem that epitomizes the seafood themed dive bar.
The Lobster here is a given-lobster-Tini is unreal---go for the steak tips or fish sammich -clam chow dah is one of the best
Lobster Mac & Cheese is to die for! So delicious! Place is perfect amount of divey for this local!
Jake SmithJune 17, 2013If the weather permits, sit outside on the patio with a "warm beer" and enjoy the sights and sounds of Salem.- THE CLYDE BURGER is awesome. Eat it onsite or take the leftovers home. Travels well as takeout. It is yummy yummy yummiest.
Tara St LaurentAugust 8, 2016The scallop bake was great! If it's hot sit outside, inside is even hotter!- HayleyMay 19, 2015Try the poutine! Also the Onion rings are the perfect mix of fried and salty. Strong drinks!
Jennifer SSeptember 15, 2013Tip for The Lobster Shanty management...you need to get lobster bisque!!! One doesn't go to a restaurant named The Lobster Shanty for chowder. :P
Kevin DudleyAugust 8, 2014The Lobster Roll is to die for! This place opens right at noon, no earlier.
Great new menu. Try the Clyde burger (my fave) or the Sully, and don't miss the onion rings!
Uncle Sully Burger is my favorite burger in Salem. Even better with the black and tan onion rings! Love the Pulled Pork Sammie here too.
Jim ArmstrongAugust 8, 2013Who knew the Lobster Shanty has one of the best Caesar salads around? Try it with blackened chicken.
Stacy SmithJuly 23, 2011Food is phenomenal and the drinks are strong and delicious! Tip your servers and bartenders well, they are all amazing!
Eileen SefchickOctober 14, 2011Clam chowder is excellent, even though mot loaded with clams. The calamari portion size is quite small. Friendly and fast service.
- Great place. Some bartenders might hold a grudge if you act like an asshole. Not that I would know anything about such affairs.
TV Food MapsAugust 26, 2014Check out The Lobster Shanty as seen on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives Read more
Lindsay DugganNovember 2, 2011Def try the lobster mac n cheese and the lobster roll, no such thing as too much lobster!
Nicholas ThompsonSeptember 14, 2022I have had many wonderful nights sipping cocktails outside. This visit, Haddock Sandwich was okay at best, overpriced Lobster Roll a frozen spongey mess. The Brussels were also terrible, what a shame.
Go to the Lobster Shanty for opening night - April 1st, and mingle with a bunch of people who are really glad that winter is officially over.
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We’re a local dive bar that serves up great food and friendly service in a very casual atmosphere with absolutely no pretense. The Shanty has been serving the Good People of Salem for over 30 years. We welcome everyone; this is one place where you can let your freak flag fly.
Closed until Noon (Show more)
- Mon–Wed
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Thu
- Noon–10:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–11:00 PM
- Sun
- Noon–9:00 PM
(978) 745-5449
Features
Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
TouchTunes Jukebox
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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