The Lobster Shanty

25 Front St, Salem, Massachusetts 01970 USA

627 Reviews

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Reasonable

Closed Now

Opens Thu 5p

Independent
Credit Cards
Accepted
Pet Friendly
Wheelchair
Accessible
Outdoor
Seating

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“nervous lobsters, rude bartenders!”

What We Do: Warm Beer, Lousy Food, Surly Waitresses, Rude Bartenders, Cranky Cooks, Rowdy Regulars, Nervous Lobsters. We are a dive bar that serves food made from scratch in an unpretentious atmosphere with live music and colorful locals. Featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.

Reviewed by
Nicole G.

April 05, 2024

This place is a little pricy, but wow are the lobster rolls good. They do not hold back with the lobster! It was terrific. It's a small place, and seems to get busy, so plan accordingly. Laid back... Read more

Reviewed by
Julie A.

April 11, 2024

We found this restaurant while visiting Salem. Excellent food, drinks and service. Highly recommend Read more

Reviewed by
Abhishek K.

October 08, 2023

Their menu is straight to the point, without any fluff. I decided to get their namesake, the lobster roll. It was so big that the weight couldn't be held by the bread! The sweet butter made the... Read more

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