Abbott's Lobster In the Rough (Noank)

We ordered the New England seafood feast. I loved that it came out in stages, so everything was hot! (Accept the shrimp, that was chilled). Everything was cooked to perfection! We will definitely take this side trip again when we are down that way. Prices were very reasonable. There was both indoor and outdoor seating.

Abbott's is a lovely spot to enjoy seafood by the water. From ordering to enjoy my meal, the experience was fantastic! I ordered their famous hot lobster and lobster deviled eggs and I see why people frequent them. The delicious food and beautiful location are definitely worth the visit!

Stopped at Abbott’s on our way home from a Rhode Island getaway. I was disappointed in the “lobster deviled eggs.” The amusingly teeny tiny dot of lobster certainly wasn’t worth the $3 up charge. The deviled egg filling was very dense and not really a deviled egg. Ok that aside, the lobsters were cooked beautifully but it did take a solid 35 minutes and we were order number 16 for the day. Got there 10 mins after they opened. The staff was friendly and lots of great seating options.

Famous hot lobster roll was delicious! So was the lobster salad roll - no wrong choice here! Service super friendly and plenty of seating. Would definitely come back. Recommended.

This was an amazing stop on our east coast road trip. We started with a steamed artichoke, steamed shrimp and some delicious clam chowder. My wife got a Tuna Salad Roll and I ordered their Famous Hot Lobster Roll, and that Lobster Roll did not disappoint us. I don’t care for tuna fish but my wife loved her Tuna Roll. Will definitely stop by again next time we are in the area.

My family always makes it a point to stop at Abbott’s every time we pass through Connecticut. It’s been our ongoing tradition for over a decade! We typically get a hot lobster roll smothered in hot butter, a New England clam chowder, some shrimp cocktail, and a whole lobster. This time we changed it up and ordered additions: the Lobster Feast (compromised of a lobster, steamed mussels and clams, small shrimp cocktail, and an Abbott’s clam chowder (in broth)), shrimp tacos (wouldn’t do again), and half a dozen shucked oysters. It’s always a beautiful day at Abbott’s, so come on down and join us seaside.

I really loved this place. The OMG Hot Lobster Roll was packed full of lobster meat. The clam chowder was very light and lemony. Oysters weren't my favorite - whichever variety they were didn't taste great to me. I'll definitely come back next time I'm in the area.

The last time I visited Abbott’s, I was a kid and I barely have any recollection of it. My fiancé and I took a drive down for a nice summer afternoon out and fell in love with this spot! It’s easy to see why it’s so iconic. I was impressed that for such a popular spot, there was plenty of seating and the line moved quickly! Everything was delicious, and we were even surprised at how good the lobster Mac and cheese was. We enjoyed our table by the water and could have easily spent a whole day here. So cute that they have a spot for desserts too! We’ve vowed that we won’t let so much time pass until our next visit!

Abbotts is the iconic lobster shack the Mystic River area. Sitting at the mouth of the river in historic Noank, CT., Abbotts has served what most be millions of these crustaceans to people visiting Mystic. Everyday fresh lobster is from pots in Fishers Island and Long Island Sound find their way to Abbott's dock. Make sure you try a few!

I've been going to Abbott's since I was a kid every time my family visited Mystic. It is the quintessential New England seafood shack. Even after all these years, Abbott's is still one of the best seafood restaurants I've been to. Obviously, the New England Lobster Feast is a must. The lobster is cooked perfectly as well as the steamers. The chowder is light and a great start to the meal. Don't pass over the tuna salad roll! Still my favorite tuna salad. It is magic. The great view and amazing food is a perfect stop when in Mystic.

It's been 16 years since I was last in this area and ate here. Thank goodness we had Google maps. Not sure how we found this in the past! The place seemed its same colorful self but of course the prices have gone way up. We arrived right when it opened at 11am since we were on our way to Newport. We placed our order for two of their famous hot lobster sandwiches which comes on a hamburger roll. $24 each! You also get a bag of chips and a shot glass of cole slaw. After a short wait we grabbed a table outside with a nice view of the harbor. I forgot you can bring in your own alcohol but not your own soda. The lobster roll was very good but seemed small for the price. We didn't opt for any clam chowder or lobster bisque. They are open May through Columbus Day in October. Definitely worth going out of the way!

11 out of 10 for atmosphere! Adorable lobster shack right in the water! There is plenty of seating and sun/shade options. The bathrooms are cute and so is the little separate dessert shack! Service was friendly and food came out very quickly. The hot and cold lobster rolls are very tasty and their New England clam chowder is great! Lobster rolls come with a bag of chips and a side of coleslaw (also good). The garlicky artichoke was a bust, but I guess it's not that kind of place. Will return.

Revisiting a place that I went pre-Covid, and was excited to go to again. This place screams summer and seafood! Abbott's has a great lobster roll, and a great clam chowder. Unfortunately I didn't have time to try the desserts or shop. The views are top notch, and I can't wait to go back but with more time.

So parking sucks. But once you're past that, you are rewarded with a fast moving line and a culinary experience! We each ordered a feast and it was great since different parts are ready in sequence. You get the chowder and cocktail shrimp first and then they call your number for the steamers and mussels. Then you get the call for the lobster. The lobster was absolutely the star of the show. Succulent and tender and amongst the sweetest lobster meat I've ever had!

A must-visit summer seafood spot! Abbot's in Noank is everything you want in a classic New England seafood experience. The location is unbeatable--right on the water with plenty of outdoor seating and even docks if you're coming by boat. We started with the lobster bisque and clam chowder, both rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. From there, we dove into a full seafood feast: buttery warm lobster rolls, lobster mac and cheese, mussels, crab cakes, and the surprise favorite--lobster deviled eggs (yes, you read that right... and yes, they were amazing). Everything is fresh, flavorful, and served in generous portions. Will absolutely be back!

I wanted to love this place. In principle, it checks all the boxes: local fresh lobster, scenic location, off the beaten path, good reviews. On arrival, your impression is one of honest, authentic fishing village character, complete with boats in the harbor. But take a closer look and you realize there is a tourist trap vibe that can be ignored, from the upsell on the lobster roll (you don't even get a hot dog bun on the low priced version) to the cash discount to the bouys strung up along the fence for photo ops. Service is friendly with summer kids at the counter. Food comes out fast. Soup is hot and tasty with oyster crackers. But that famous lobster roll truly did disappoint. The lobster tasted like it had been twice boiled and the butter wasn't enough to bring it back to life. I made the mistake of ordering a wedge salad that I couldn't even photograph it was so sad. The Abbotts branded bag of chips were obviously Lays. Come here if you want to take photos by the bay but don't come with high expectations for the lobster, cause like the name says, it's a bit rough.

This will be almost bullet points, since it's not Food & Wine. The season's ending in a few days, and if you can go, you must. Nothing I can say will make you change your mind about lobsters or lobster rolls, but I will insist that you get the corn and the Rhode Island-style clear clam chowder. I think I went several decades without having a Shirley Temple before Abbott's. Maybe the last time was a Bar Mitzvah: Transportation note: three-something miles from Mystic. If you're using Uber/Lyft the risk of being stranded is low as New London has many cars but it will take longer to leave than arrive. Unscientifically, as of press time Lyft is around $15 to Mystic (mine was around $22 on perhaps a busier day) and $25 to New London.

Spectacular lobster rolls- amazing setting- will be hard to beat this place. We ordered the clam chowder and corn in the rough. Clam chowder was excellent- corn wasn't great as its not corn season. Parking can be a hassle so don't be late to lunch

I like that it is BYOB. The food is good, its not great and that smell is intense from the septic system.

We drive 1 hr to go there, place is pretty Food the steamer well room temp water and butter cold. When I asked them for warm Butter and water, they said they don't have any hot water or butter. This made a bad impression on a restaurant. They need better customer service

Last Saturday I took a friend from Australia to Abbott's for his first American lobster! I have been going to Abbott's for almost 20 years and had only one disappointing experience. This trip was exceptional! We started with the stuffed artichoke which we both enjoyed. Then had a 2-2.5 pound lobster and the 3-3.5 pounder. Both were the best lobsters I have ever had!! Mind you I go to Maine every year. Service was extremely helpful and sitting under the tent near the bay was extremely pleasant ambience!

Man I dont know what happened. Back in 2016 we discovered this place. And it was great. Lobster was cooked great, the steamers were tasty and fresh, and the sides were great. We wemt back several times over the years, and it was always good. Our most recent trip before yesterday was in 2022. But man, yesterday was bad. The chowder tasted like canned chowder. No lobster in the lobster bisque. The Mac and cheese was bland. They served us shrimp which was slimy and smelly, and when brought up to the server, they looked at me like I had three heads. The lobster was cooked fine. But honestly if they screwed that up, id probably give them ine star. The worst part... the mens room had no soap. Im worried about what the food handling situation is like if staff cant wash their hands.... Im hoping this was a one off. But proceed with caution.

Food was great. If you order lobster, there is a little bit of a wait. The view of Beebe Cove is lovely. The prices are reasonable. The coleslaw is really good, nice and creamy mayo based. I tried the Lobster Mac & Cheese but wouldn't buy it again. It was kind of dry, maybe it was the time of the day.

Place was good. The Hot Lobster roll might be enough for some but I'd opt for the OMG Lobster Roll next time. Some of the best crab cakes I've ever had and the the coleslaw was really good. Many tables outside to view the water and boats, inside or under a tent if you don't want to deal with the heat.

Just amazing in every aspect food, location, friendly helpful staff, great outdoor areas for eating inside option too. Been coming for years and it can be an expensive treat but worth every bit. I tell everyone to check it out when I know they're heading that way.

Hit lobster roll- great... Lots of lobster. Also ordered the shrimp taco to try... not a fan.. the shrimps were very small...I didn't like the flavor either. The clam chowder was good had a good flavor but it was quite watery. And the lobster roll comes with potato chips not french fries

My family enjoys coming here for the lobster! The seafood is fresh and portions are generous. We got the seafood feast - which included clam chowder, lobster, clams, mussels. It's waterfront and so we enjoyed the ambiance.

We made this our last stop on our trip to Mystic. I have seen this place on food shows and everyone says they have the best lobster roll. Check hours of operation before coming. Right now they have fall hours which are Friday through Sunday 11am to 7pm. Last day of the season is Columbus Day. They have a lot of parking, however, we came in October. I am going to assume the parking lot gets very crowded in the summer for their busy season. It's not fancy by any means. It's a lobster shack with great outdoor seating and great food. You can sit on the dock or waterfront seating. There is seating indoors also. The employees are very friendly and knowledgeable. One of the employees saw me taking a picture of the lobster tank and took one out so I can get a better picture. I didn't ask, he offered which was very nice. He estimated it to be about 5 pounds. The food was great. I started with lobster bisque. Very good price and delicious. My only criticism is that it did not have pieces of lobster chunks. Any great lobster bisque that I've had in the past has always had it. I also had the crab cakes. Seasoned and cooked perfectly. Also a very good price for two crab cakes. Finally I got to the lobster roll. When ordering, remember there are three different sizes. I mistakenly ordered the smaller one which I regretted later. It was hot and buttery when I got it. The butter dripped down into the plate as I took a bite. I don't know if I would say it's the best I've I ever had, but it's right up there. The overall experience was great. A wonderful way to end our trip to Mystic. I highly recommend coming here.

Went there with my daughters on a Friday night. I ordered the hot lobster roll, which was a disappointment.... The lobster was dry (even though it had butter on it) and tasteless,,,, I imagine they shuck the lobsters out of the shell earlier in the day, therefore the meat is dry. Both of my girls ordered cooked lobster, steamers, mussels, clam chowder and lobster bisque. The lobsters were the way to go, delicious! Bisque was ok, but no meat in it, steamers and mussels were excellent. If I were to go again, I'd get the lobster dinner...

I had a really enjoyable experience! The oysters were delicious! Incredibly fresh. I had the OMG lobster roll. They give you the butter on the side so it doesn't make the roll all mushy until you want to put it on. The lobster bisque was a pretty large bowl and fantastic. The view is beautiful and there are lots of tables. It's a seasonal location but def check it out when it's open. Plenty of parking as well.

Was able to get one more visit in by the summers end! We usually try and go off peak hours for the best experience! Sat right on the dock over looking the water and ate pounds of amazing seafood. One of us that was maybe me, ate the chicken and rib combo. It was delicious however, WAY too much sauce. I'd ask for it on the side or none at all next time. The meat was plenty good on its own. (I've had the herb roasted chicken before and that was fire!) Believe it or not they have options for just about everyone! Grab yourself one of the lobster pens. THEY'RE fun.

The last time I visited Abbott's, I was a kid and I barely have any recollection of it. My fiancé and I took a drive down for a nice summer afternoon out and fell in love with this spot! It's easy to see why it's so iconic. I was impressed that for such a popular spot, there was plenty of seating and the line moved quickly! Everything was delicious, and we were even surprised at how good the lobster Mac and cheese was. We enjoyed our table by the water and could have easily spent a whole day here. So cute that they have a spot for desserts too! We've vowed that we won't let so much time pass until our next visit!

I had the best meal and experience visiting Abbott's on my birthday recently. We arrived right around lunch time and while it was starting to get busy, we were helped very quickly and the food came out so fast! I love the location right on the water and I could have just hung out there all day and watched the boats sail around the harbor. I had the OMG lobster roll and it was divine. I also got the lobster deviled eggs and the Abbotizer which were also both excellent. My husband had their clam chowder and he loved that too. We didn't love the corn but I think we are spoiled by the fresh corn at the farm stands near us. I can't wait to return and try more fresh seafood!

Oh. My. Goodness. My steamed lobster was perfection. I love that they crack it for you so when you are renting a house you don't need to stress about not having hammers. Delicious. Not as impressed with the oysters. The cost justified them but they were small. Super small. But you also don't want to forget crunchy coleslaw and drawn butter.

We were very disappointed with our order. We both ordered the famous hot lobster rolls. It was served on a stale hamburger bun and I had quite a few pieces of lobster shells in my order.

For the high prices the quality was not that great. Alot of shells in our small oysters, mussels were small and dried out. Lobster Mac and Cheese, the Mac and Cheese was dry with a little lobster thrown on top. The New England clam chowder was good but like everything else overpriced. The famous lobster roll was just a McDonald's sized hamburger bun with lobster meat. Was a decent meal but for the high prices it was not worth it.

We left a day early just to eat here. We were here in 2016 and fell in love. This meal did not disappoint. We had two lobster rolls, one hot and one lobster salad. Both were fantastic. They do not skimp on the lobster and their New England roll is fresh. They also don't drown the bread or hot roll in butter- which is great!! The lobster salad was a tad too sweet for me, but Tim liked it. There was just enough celery to give it a slight crunch but not enough to make it taste like celery. We also had local oysters. Tim said they were delicious- good enough that he went back and ordered more! I tried the roasted artichoke appetizer. It was good, but I decided I don't really like artichokes! Not their fault, as theirs was good. It has feta cheese and garlic butter drizzle- I think! Anyway, the flavors were good, it's just not my thing. They serve coke which is great for us. We sat inside because the wind was crazy (tropical storm Debby) but went out to enjoy the views. It is so pretty there. They have wires up to keep the birds away. The staff were efficient and friendly. We did not have dessert. We are going there on the way home as well :)

The most amazing lobster place on earth! I have been coming here since I was a child. Every time we are in CT we make our way here for dinner. Not only are the lobsters the best, the clam chowder is a real standout. Highly recommended them over all the rest.

Our family and I were excited to try Abbot's Lobster in the Rough because they offered some GF options on their menu. Their GF lobster rolls were a little soggy but their GF New England clam chowder was delicious. However, my son ordered the lobster dinner and we waited 45 minutes for the meal to be ready. It wouldn't have been that big of a deal but my brother got his order in 10 minutes and then had to wait and watch us eat our dinner. The water view was very pretty. There were lots of nice sail boats to look at that were coming and going. However, their lavatories were not kept very clean. The floors were covered in toilet paper and the toilet seat was a bit damp. I wouldn't dare sit on them , if you know what I mean. Overall, the food was okay, but I'm not sure if we would go back again in the future.

A hidden gem right by Mystic! We stumbled upon this on the water location. Their food was delicious and provided us a classic New England summer. The location was ideal being on the water and sitting on picnic tables. Absolutely add to your itinerary

Delicious lobster rolls!! Service was quick when I went! Love the options for different roll sizes! Plenty of seating around the property too! It's the perfect summer spot for sure!

I love mussels and ordered them at Abbotts. View my 5 second video to see why I gave a 1 Star review.

Abbotts is great. Went a few times recently & the food was delicious & good service. Nice back area on the water

Abbotts is the best lobster in the rough place on New England! Great service from ordering to delivery. This is the place you want to go for the best lobster dinner you will have all summer. Went on Memorial Day weekend, will be back many more times. Great food and view. It's BYOB. Great bike ride dinner!

Not open for the season yet. But we are planning on going there for the opening day of the 2025 season. That's coming up on Friday, May 2. Enjoy a lobster by the water to kick off summer!

Been coming up here with my husband every year for 38 years n it's still the freshest most delicious lobster roll ever. We even use to bring the lobster pot dinner home to cook. Deserts are hit or miss but we come to sit by the water n eat delicious lobster. Yes it gets crazy busy n it's expensive but lobster is expensive n they give you a nice amount.

Had never been to Connecticut in my my life and now I've gone twice in 3 months. Specifically for the Lobster. Just terrific.

Had the OMG lobster roll. Good not great. Daughter had chicken salad on gluten free bun. View of the water is excellent. Order at counter and call your number to grab it.

Don't believe the pictures on the website. We got steamers and a cold lobster roll and their "giant" hot lobster roll. The steamers had been pre cooked and then warmed-they were shriveled and dried. We stopped after eating two. The lobster rolls were primarily the claw tips, which are spongy with no flavor and should be never used in a lobster roll. There was no knuckle or tail meat and the lobster had no flavor-like it had been cooked the day before and left in fridge. My Wife is a professional chef and we've been going to Maine for 25 years so we know crap when we see it. That was a $100 rip. Steer clear.

Casual spot we went to over the summer. Had a great meal but note very casual. I'd for sure go back. Friendly staff.

Meh. It was good. Not stellar like I had imagined. We took a cook tiki cruise on the mystic river and saw this place from the water. Come to find out it's apparently famous! I ordered the OMG lobster roll and some oysters. The lobster roll was plain af. All they do is steam it and give you butter to pour on it. I've had many many many lobster rolls all over the country but the majority being in New England and to be honest this was good but just so average. Nothing about it stood out. The oysters were pathetic as well lolllll. I was hoping for some juicy filled shells but sadly it was about 1/4 of what I was expecting. Our food was also served with a bag of chips...would have preferred fries instead for the price. All in all I wouldn't go back.

I make sure to always make a pit stop here whenever we're in the area. Super fresh seafood and a view to die for. I love the lobster rolls and the lobster bisque. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Stop in and check this gem out.

The very best Lobster Roll! Authentic New England sea food with a smart, comfortable atmosphere on the water ! HIGHLY recommend!!!

I've come here a couple times before and I'm a little disappointed in it now. The portions have gotten smaller and the price has gone up. The space is great and on the water and the service is great but it's not like how it use to be. I went to one of the cousins Maine lobster trucks recently and it was the same price as here but had bigger portions. Really bummed about this place now.

Abbot's Lobster in the Rough has the cutest location and set up to eat some lobster. I liked the lobster merch, friendly staff, and ambiance. Prices were pretty decent as well. I ordered a OMG lobster roll and was super excited to see the fresh hunks of lobster stuffed in my rolls. Unfortunately this lobster roll did not do it for me. Luckily Abbott's gives you a side a butter because this was one of the driest lobster rolls I've ever had. Even with the butter it was just missing something. Prices are fair but you sacrifice the quality. Decent roll but maybe going for a full fledged steamed lobster is a better route here.

Great ambience! Mussels were watery and lobster roll was a teaspoon on a terrible bun. So disappointing

Love their lobster , other seafood and the view, and of course the friendly services.