Larsen's Fish Market

Seafood market · Dukes County

Larsen's Fish Market

Seafood market · Dukes County

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56 Basin Rd, Chilmark, MA 02535

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Larsen’s is a classic Menemsha seafood spot serving fresh steamers, chowder, and lobster with a no-frills, harbor-side vibe.  

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56 Basin Rd, Chilmark, MA 02535 Get directions

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"In the early evening visit the quintessential fishing village of Menemsha. Grab some plump juicy cherrystone clams on the half shell from Larsen's Fish Market and take a blanket over to the public beach to watch the summer sky change colors as the sun sets over the harbor."

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Larsen’s Fish Market Review - Chilmark - Martha's Vineyard - The Infatuation

"Larsen’s is exactly what it sounds like: a market selling fresh seafood in a fishing village. Pick up some fish to cook, or head to the back of the tiny space, grab a lobster roll, shrimp cocktail, or a tub of smoked fish spread from the cooler for a quick bite. You can also order whole steamed lobsters, freshly shucked oysters, crab cakes, and more. Get a spread, and walk over to Menemsha public beach for the best sunset on the island." - Tanya Edwards

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The 20 Best Restaurants On Martha’s Vineyard 2024

"Larsen’s is exactly what it sounds like: a market selling fresh seafood in a fishing village. Pick up some fish to cook, or head to the back of the tiny space, grab a lobster roll, shrimp cocktail, or a tub of smoked fish spread from the cooler for a quick bite. You can also order whole steamed lobsters, freshly shucked oysters, crab cakes, and more. Get a spread, and walk over to Menemsha public beach for the best sunset on the island." - tanya edwards

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"There’s a seafood shack called Larsen’s Fish Market, and you can get fried clams, shrimp, and fish. You can go to the beach and watch the sunset — it’s really stunning."

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Nakema Arrington-Realtor

Google
My husband and I missed the sunset at Menemsha Beach the night before, so we made it a point to return the next day. We almost missed Larsen’s too, but thankfully the amazing staff let me place an order just 15 minutes before closing. I went with a select lobster and steamers—and wow. I've never had lobster and steamers cooked so perfectly. And the butter? Next level. I’ve decided this will be my yearly treat. Thank you to the team at Larsen’s for being so personable and bringing that extra touch of genuine human service. No AI could ever replace that.

Rosemary Smith Hoel

Google
Seriously this counter service warm lobster roll while sitting on wood crates overlooking the dock was one of the best meals we had on this vacation. No frills just great food and a small coastal town hallmark movie setting. My take is the warm better than cold but both delicious. Eat the warm there drench it in butter and take the cold to go. Skip the Mac and cheese and get a second roll! The steamed mussels looked and smelled great but we were stuffed.

Ernie Glickman

Google
Fresh seafood and a cafe Reasonably priced dishes. Stuffed clams were great. Benches on the Harbour for beautiful viewing.

Ryan Geary

Google
Staff is super friendly, quick service, and if you go on a slightly misty day there isn’t a line. I’d recommend the warm lobster roll, but you can’t go wrong no matter your choice

NY chinchilla

Google
Hands down best lobster roll on the island. Eat the warm one straight away otherwise roll gets soggy. Amazing oysters also. It’s worth the drive over and the taste is lovely.

Jacob Evans

Google
One of the best spots on the island. I look forward to the fresh caught oysters every time I go, I can’t stop thinking about them. The lobster bisque is also incredible. Do yourself a favor and go here if you’re on the island.

Michael P

Google
Fresh seafood and quick service. If you want the best lobster roll on the island, I would suggest making the drive to Larsen’s. Not too crowded and you are able to head to the beach nearby to take it the sun or relax. Parking may be an issue during busy season.

Jennifer Isaza

Google
We got the cold lobster roll here and it was pretty lackluster. They gave a good amount of lobster but it wasn’t very seasoned which was a shame! Oysters were fresh though
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Molly A.

Yelp
10/10 my favorite place we visited in Martha's Vineyard. While I know that people will be like "a fish market?" YES. Absolutely YES. We dragged my in-laws across the island to visit Aquinnah Cliffs and shortly after, we realized that we were hungry. We had a friend tell us to ensure that we stopped over at Larsen's afterward. We drove toward Chillmark, which was not far from Aquinnah Cliffs and was greeted with the cutest little coastal area. There was minimal parking and even someone directing traffic, as apparently it's not so much of a hidden secret. My father in law and husband took a seat outside on the crab traps awaiting for us to come out with the food. My mother-in-law and I embarked on the mission of the line inside. The place was packed! The line was moving relatively quickly for as many people that were in there. We walked into a cute coastal ambiance with Cape Code decorations and fridges on the right side of the line for those that wanted to take things home. We decided to order hot and cold lobster rolls, oysters, and clam chowder - the New Englanders dream. When I tell you I dream about this place and the food, I'm not kidding. It was most casual meal we had, but the best. The seafood was fresh. The fisherman were literally bringing the lobsters in as we were waiting. An Incredible experience. An incredible meal.
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Nataline J.

Yelp
Was literally on my way into Menemsha's Fish Market when I passed by Larsen's. My first impression was that I liked that the inside looked finished and clean, and because I paused at the front door and looked to one of the people in my party and said what do you think should we try this place and a woman coming out said oh yeah this one's the best. We tried it. But I'll also add that. The only reason I was willing to try it was because I know that I'm coming back tomorrow to have Menemsha's. I don't care how nice the place is, the staff were not welcoming at all. I don't know what judgment they were passing nor do I care, all I know is that I didn't appreciate it. -Clam chowder is runny and full of potatoes. -Crab Cake is mostly breading. -Lobster Bisque was great. Buttery and tasty. We actually preferred it amongst some of the others we've had on the island.
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Cara T.

Yelp
The fish is regularly good as well as the oysters. Pass on their lobster rolls, they aren't good in comparison to most of the rolls on the island. Service is friendly. Great spot to bring a beer, get some oysters, and watch the sunset. Tourist destination.
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Nicole D.

Yelp
This place was so hyped up that we had to try it. Well, we now wish we went to Menemsha's instead. We got the lobster roll which was just blah. It was also tiny. It didnt really have any flavor. We also ordered the Chowder which was watery and had a ton of potatoes and not that many clams. The lobster Bisque was good even though it didnt really have that much Lobster in it. It was a very good buttery, soup with a hint of Lobster flavor and crumbles of Lobster meat. The sitting area overlooks the Harbor and that was beautiful. The fish in the inside case looked fresh. Prices are very high for what you get. Employees were very friendly. I would not recommend. You can find better Lobster Rolls and Chowder on Island than here.
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Alisa J.

Yelp
They had the most amazing selection of seafood. They have the most delicious Menemsha oysters you can't find anywhere else. Service was a bit slow because it was so crowded. Would definitely go back though because they have the freshest seafood and best tasting and on the island.
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Kareem A.

Yelp
This place is a classic! Great fish market, awesome oysters and lobsters. Folks are kind and you got a beach close by. Good service, must visit on the island.
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Linda H.

Yelp
This place is super popular and seems to be the place to go in Menemsha. I like the stuffed scallop the best with huge chunks of scallop. Then the stuffed qualog or clam..which had bits of clam inside. Then the lobster Mac and cheese which I prob have better in the Bay Area and lately the lobster bisque which was more like a butter soup base and some pieces of lobster. Although the food prob wasn't my most favorite, I appreciated the small town vibe the hard workers and supporting the local markets. Tons of people were having the steamed whole lobster..so maybe I would try that next time or the raw oysters.
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Carol L.

Yelp
5 stars for the fish market, -5 stars for the refrigerated lobster roll. I ordered 2 lobster rolls, paid for them and then was told they're in that refrigerator. Huh.. in a brain fog I took out 2 plastic wrapped lobster rolls. Why oh why didn't I go back and rescind my order! Not only was the roll soggy but the lobster meat was minced!
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Stan H.

Yelp
In most or all of their crab products they use a mixture of crab and imitation crab. Not a fan of imitation crab and seems unfitting to use such an ingredient in a dock area- especially without clarifying this is used . Their raw oysters and clams are what you come here for. The clam chowder was wonderful. The scenery is nice. Seems like a good market for locals for fresh seafood but for prepared is more mixed. The stuffed items use a lot of the stuffing and more is not always better. Ordering raw items is separate from other items. So make sure you do 2 pickups if doing so. There are no drink offerings here besides water but maybe they don't want to compete with the gas station next door that does offer a variety. If I was here again. I would totally try Menemsha Fish Market next door. They may not offer as much or have as big a name as Larsen's but I might enjoy my experience more.
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Gina K.

Yelp
The freshest tasting oysters I have ever had!!!! We docked at the harbor and walked a few steps to Larsen's. We came back at the end of day to get a few more oysters before we sailed off, they were that good! The seating area to the side of the building is perfect for grabbing a quick bite. The whole place has quintessential New England coast vibes.
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Ashley S.

Yelp
I took a bite of the lobster roll before I remembered to take a photo!! Definitely one of the freshest lobster rolls on the island. They're also the cheapest I've seen ($27-29) but also one of the smallest rolls I've seen, HOWEVER, the amount of lobster they give makes up for it. The sandwich is full of huge chunks of lobster. They also came with a bag of chips on the side. I will say if you get the cold lobster, it's in the fridge. If you get the hot lobster, you get that freshly given to you. Just an fyi to keep in mind. I was surprised the lobster was in the fridge. But, I got the hot so worth the trip over and will be back!
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Phillip S.

Yelp
Located in Menemsha Bay on the Vineyard, Larsens fish market speaks for itself. For fresh local seafood this is the place. Why were we here? One word, OYSTAHs (oysters) lol. All fresh seafood is at Market price or they have special for oysters, usually dozen for $30. We had half dozen of Katana Bays and Menemsha Spearpoint oysters, both were great but I did prefer Spearpoint. They were so good we decided to order another dozen, this time just Spearpoint. Wife was REALLY HAPPY .
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Johnny A.

Yelp
This is the stylish cousin to The Menemsha Fish Market. We went to both a couple times on our trip to Martha's Vineyard. We loved the ordering window, mix your own horseradish/ cocktail sauce station. There are comparable offerings, but more sides and items on offer here. Great place to visit. The service was a wee bit rough, but it was the start of the season and we suspected some new employees were getting trained. Not to mention- it was really busy. Relax & BYOB. So much to rave about, I was reluctant to even mention this minor flaw.
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Philip K.

Yelp
Very cool fish market located at the far end of Menemsha, right by the pier. You know that fishermen are dropping off their daily catches the morning of, and the display case is very impressive. Even have a small menu for fresh food, but the real appeal here is the take and go daily selection. A good 30 minute drive from Edgartown, but well worth it if you are going to be making dinner on your own.
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Robert N.

Yelp
Decided to have a seafood feast and picked up what turned up to be the most delicious meal: lobster, steamed little necks, steamed muscles, Katama oysters. Everything was clearly fresh and steamed to perfection.
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Tansy W.

Yelp
AMAZING raw bar. Got a dozen raw cherrystone clams for $21 and they were amazing - some of the best I have ever had. The steamed lobster was fresh and high quality lobster but over cooked. The lobster roll was a pathetic soggy piece of bread, but the lobster meat was good. No tables but there are a few wood blocks to sit on that you can use as tables. Wish they had wipes they could give you but otherwise enjoyed the tasty fresh seafood!
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Justin L.

Yelp
Ordered their oysters (Menemsha and Katama Bay), Clam Chowder and the Lobster Mac and Cheese. The oysters were clean and tasted fresh and would recommend trying both types. The clam chowder was good but was not anything special. The Lobster Mac and Cheese was good but kinda looked and had the mouthfeel of microwaved Mac and Cheese. There was not a lot of outdoor seating so if it's crowded you would have to walk away from the store to find a bench. If you were planning on taking public transportation from the other side of the island (Oak Bluffs/Edgartown) just to try this, save yourself the trip and get something closer. It was not worth the 2 hour trek from Oak Bluffs to visit this location. There is a beach next to this fish market that has a rock formation that you can walk out onto which had a nice view.
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Natalie M.

Yelp
The best fish market in Menemsha, and probably on Martha's Vineyard. Betsy and most of her employees are friendly and knowledgeable. The fish and shellfish are so fresh, and the takeaway food & raw bar are spectacular. Now that they have remodeled it is much easier to navigate, and the location can't be beat. There is nothing like eating fresh clams on the half shell, while watching fishermen unload their catches of the day. We always bring out of town guests here, and they will seriously talk about the hot lobster roll for years!!

Mary Jane B.

Yelp
Ordered a steamed lobster and clam chowder. Lobster was fabulous. Clam chowder was horrible - very thin and mostly just potatoes.
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E E.

Yelp
Not a bad place. If your goal is a good lobster roll however, look elsewhere. They are premade here and stacked in the fridge. The meat is lobster 'mystery meat' without a single claw or tail chunk of meat. It is more of a lobster salad roll. Very small for the price.
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Jerry R.

Yelp
It's just a cozy, home town fish market,, I just love it, well I love seafood, and they got it , try it you well love it to
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Thomas S.

Yelp
Best lobster roll on the island. I keep current with all the lobster roll vendors each season and this place has the most authentic just caught atmosphere with the perfect ratios of simple staples of a lobster roll like butter and simple white roll. The authentic fisherman's wife service, lobster, portions and simplicity put this market over the top for me. I always throw in a few little necks with my order, bring some wine and enjoy a great view and outing with my partner.
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W C.

Yelp
This was our first time at Larsen's and it was a big ole expensive bummer. The location is amazing, right on the dock, but the lobsters rolls are not very good, and for the price, you would expect better. Cold lobster rolls: these are squished up and straight from the fridge. They won't make you a fresh one, and the whole mix is completely under seasoned. The bread is squished. The hot lobster roll with butter was better, but we didn't love their choice of bread and for $30: get some better bread. The dozen oysters were lovely, but they don't make the takeout situation easy. We also got some crudite and a tuna dip from the fridge that we liked. Service was curt and unwelcoming, so pretty much the only joy about this experience was being able to eat the oysters by the water with the snacky stuff. No need to be back again since The Net Result is superior in every way. 2.5 stars, rounding up.

Laura T.

Yelp
Larsons is a cool little seafood shop right off the beach. We have had lobster many times in the past, and Larsons lobster is amazing. Whether it was the lobster, the sunset, or the ambiance; all were fabulous!! However, the clam chowder was clearly sub par. In past years it was delicious. This time, the temperature and taste were fine, but it was watery with only a few chunks of clam.
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DiDi P.

Yelp
Fresh seafood ! Larsen's oysters that have a hint of ocean taste I had a seat on the dock and enjoyed the view w my oyster and lemons

Ryelp M.

Yelp
Almost as good as Menemsha Fish. We love both places. Great folks at both. You will not be disappointed.
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Julianna H.

Yelp
I ordered crab cakes and a lobster bisque here after I asked how many oz of lobster was in the roll and was told the server didn't know. The crab cakes were filled with imitation crab and I have purchased better from grocery stores in Connecticut, which is saying a lot. The bisque was oily and not a pleasant flavor. Overall, this place was a wasted meal on the island for me, which was a shame since it was our first night.
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Kelly O.

Yelp
Menemsha sunset is my favorite tradition. Usually pack a picnic or used to grab from the back door. Tried larsen's and what we had was good- the seafood chowder was really quite delicious. But they were out of basically everything we tried to order- steamed lobsters, cold lobster rolls and NE chowder when we tried to order. A little disappointing. Wouldn't rely on this for dinner next time.

Shreya C.

Yelp
Lobster roll was small and overpriced - don't recommend. Plus the outside is swarmed with bugs.
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Rich S.

Yelp
Please be advised when jumping out and ordering the $30 lobster roll, you're getting a very fresh tasting lobster BUT it's a microscopic roll! I asked them to split the roll in half so my wife and I could share. When we got the roll it was on a small size plate covered in foil. I said this is the wrong order, we ordered the lobster roll, they said, yes! That's the roll cut in half. We peeled back the foil to find this microscopic roll cut in two. My half was maybe a two biter and it was gone! Again, very fresh tasting, but this should be called a lobster "tootsie" roll. I promise you, if Larsen's would display the roll out in front and people would be able to see what the roll looked like for $30 before they ordered, many would walk away including myself.
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Roger M.

Yelp
When you come to Menemsha, it is important to engage with the ritual. You start with a steamed lobster at Larsen's. Then, walk to the beach to watch the sunset. The sun puts on an amazing show. Then, applaud it when it goes beyond the horizon. Not to be missed. Larsen's has been a part of the ritual for decades. The lobsters taste better when they are not rushed in the kitchen. But always good.

Karen S.

Yelp
Shame on you....happy to pay $29 for a lobster roll but please put some lobster in it. Additionally, don't have it premade in a fridge section of the store, that I have to serve myself. Ordered quahog and stuffed scallop and they both tasted identical, I would not know what I was eating if I didn't check the shell it came in. For takeout, this is a disgrace, completely overpriced. Don't mind paying the price if the food is actually good.

Gail W.

Yelp
So disappointed. My $29 hot roll had 3 knuckles of somewhat dry lobster on top of about a 1/4 cup of chopped odds and ends. The roll wasn't toasted, so it was a warm, soggy mess. Too pitiful to even take a picture of it. My husband's lobster Mac and cheese both looked and tasted better. Best item was the coleslaw. Friends had the cold lobster roll, which looked unappealing, as they're pre-made and stacked in the cooler, but were much better than the hot one.
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M Jarrett R.

Yelp
Real Cape Cod experience. Go & Enjoy but beware it's not fancy and benches are hard to come by.
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Jane M.

Yelp
We tried the crab cakes, stuffed clams, stuffed scallops, clam chowder, and warm lobster rolls (warm ones are made to order, and cold ones are available for grab-and-go from the refrigerator in the waiting area), and all the food was delicious and reasonably priced for the area. The stuffed scallops and stuffed clams were very large (they use large shells to stuff) and tasty, but you don't need to get both if you're torn about which one to go for because they taste very similar. The clam chowder was very light yet flavorful. The lobster rolls were very simple but had all the elements for a delicious lobster roll. Overall, the food made for a delicious last meal on the island. There's an outdoor area with picnic tables for people to enjoy their food. Tips: Call ahead to order. My order took about 40 minutes Areas for improvement: - I realllyyyy wish the waiting area was larger because standing space is limited and hard to tell - upon entry - whether someone is waiting in line to order or whether they're just waiting for their name to be called to pick up their food. I know the place just underwent a renovation and that this suggestion is not feasible - At one point, I was next in line but the 5 or so people packing up orders took forever to notice me. It seemed a little disorganized because nobody had any specific task (labeling, calling out names, packing orders, etc.); instead, the employees seemed to be doing a little bit of everything all at once. Meanwhile, my food had been ready for pick up for a while and I just needed to let an employee know I was there after placing a phone order - Priced online are impossible to find, so I attached the prices as of late September. I realize seafood is sold at the current market price but still

Daryn S.

Yelp
Always fabulous!!!! The lobster is amazing the streamers are super, tonight we are having swordfish! The chowder is also delicious
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Diana G.

Yelp
Best place to get fresh seafood while at menemsha beach. When we went, there was a line and it took about 40 minutes for the whole process. You can order ahead of time via phone and they will give you a pick up time. I suggest you do that. We shared a lobster roll, steamers and clam chowder. It was my first lobster roll on this vacation and I was a little disappointed. It was kind of small. Don't get me wrong, it was warm, buttery and flavorful, but I expected something bigger. The clam chowder was creamy and warm. It went well with the oyster crackers. The steamers were new to us and we didn't know how to eat them. We didn't realized we had to dip them in the broth. I think the seafood was good, but not exceptional. What made the food good was the whole experience. Eating fresh seafood on the beach is perfect.
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Kate O.

Yelp
We went early for a Friday night sunset and treated ourselves to a dozen mixed cherrystone and little neck clams and a dozen oysters. It was an incredible treat eating dockside with a view of the boats. Every bite was delicious and fresh. So good that the next morning we came back to pick up the Vineyard sole and sea scallops to make at home for dinner. Highly recommend the experience of eating dockside or taking it to go for the beach!

S K.

Yelp
Sorry to say after driving in traffic for two hours and flying across the country and hoping on a ferry we were Soo looking forward to indulging on a couple of lobster rolls. We arrived to find lobster rolls pre made in the refrigerator as well as the warmed up version in the microwave. Hate to say it but it was the worst lobster roll ever. The bun was soggy from getting nuked. It looked and tasted like it was dunked in a glass of water. Great environment but I would never go back. Never write a negative review but felt compelled to do so on this one. Time to reevaluated where you are, what you serve amd what you charge. The price did not meet the quality. Two words; Hot Pocket. That was the level of quality.....
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Natalie C.

Yelp
Part market. Part take out. Fresh fish, oysters, spreads. We got both warm and cold lobster rolls. Oddly the cold were significantly cheaper which seemed odd. Either didn't have a toasted and/or buttered bun but still solid lobster roll. Nice touch was the fresh seaweed salad in the fridge. Just note - there is only water and minimal chips if you're looking to complete your meal.
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Trevor S.

Yelp
Fresh seafood, no frills, close enough to the water to smell the salt air. That's Larsen's. We spent a resplendent summer evening there. A few big families. A long wait in line. A big order. A long wait for it to be ready. I wish they were a little more efficient. Good for them that they're clearly popular. But a few dozen oysters should take less than an hour. On the other hand they're amazing. Worth the price. Worth the wait. The few tables were full. So we headed to the beach. The adults ate oysters in the sea breeze. The kids made new friends as they hunted seashells.
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Winnie C.

Yelp
I love seafood and I love this place. The price for the fresh and quality seafood you can get here is awesome!! We got two huge lobsters, half a dozen of oyster, and salmon crab cake. The lobster was so fresh and sweet and big! There was no need for any other sauce with the lobster. In fact, I would suggest to not dip it in sauce or butter so that you could taste the freshness. The meat was tender and came off so easily from the shell. I think both lobsters were probably 2.5 pounds. The oysters were also big and fresh. I would recommend getting them with the cocktail sauce with a few drops of lemon juice. The salmon crab cake was also pretty good but I would say it's not a must from this place. We ate our food at the back of the car because there weren't enough seat at the place. But I still gave Larsen a five star anyways because the food is just that good. We chatted with the owner of Larsen and learned that this is a family business and the skills of catching lobsters get passed down from the family!
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Lizeth G.

Yelp
I recently visited Larsens on a trip to the vineyard. Having heard that Menemsha was THE place to get fresh from the water seafood we trekked out to this quiet part of the island and ordered a few treats. Lobster rolls in general have been wildly expensive this year, but they were on the lower end here by about $3-$5. I still decided to skip it and opted for a clam chowder to warm myself up on an oddly chilly June day. It was full of fresh clams, all soft and meaty! I wish it had been a tiny bit creamier, it lacked a bit of the thickness I've had in other New England style clam chowders. That being said - I would still get it again for it's heartiness. I also got a crab cake which was very simple and by that I mean straight crab meat. That was different and really tasty. Most crab cakes Ive had before are packed with other ingredients (sometimes I think to bulk it up) but not this one! I couldn't snag any pics bc of the wind - they serve everything on paper plates. But imagine having clam chowder sitting right by the docks. A lovely local experience!
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Jason F.

Yelp
I stopped by here this past Sunday morning with my wife for lunch. We had been to Menemsha the day before and decided that we wanted to head to Larsen's the next day. Since it was about 10:45 in the morning whenever we arrived, there was no line. The inside of Larsen's looks about what you would expect from a fish market with a small window to order your hot food with a kitchen behind it, a display case with all sorts of seafood and then some coolers with beverages to buy. Of course they also had the lobster pens filled with lobsters and labeled 1.25, 1.5, 2s and culls. For lunch on this day I decided to order a cup of the lobster bisque and then an untraditional hot buttered lobster roll while my wife went with a 1 1/4 lb lobster. And a cup of clam chowder. While we were waiting for her lobster to be cooked, we were given our soups. Since it was a windy and somewhat cold day outside I really enjoyed the soup. It was and rich and creamy and tasted delicious. After we had finished with our soup we waited around a bit before we got our meals. As I always think whenever I get a lobster roll, I thought "where is the rest of it?" That's not a knock on Larsen's lobster roll as it was good sized and had a bunch of large chunks of lobster meat inside of it. It's more due to the fact that a lobster roll itself can never be a meal for me. In any case I did really enjoy the lobster roll that I had here as the lobster had that nice sweet flavor to it and the butter complimented it perfectly. The larger pieces were easily identified as coming from the claws and there was a good amount on the whole roll. Overall I was satisfied with my lobster heavy lunch and I know my wife enjoyed her steamed lobster as well. The bottom line for me is that I would head back here again in the future. My wife and I both really enjoyed our meals and I would be interested in trying their sole special if we stopped in on another day that they have it.

Susan M.

Yelp
Simply the best way to spend an evening on the beach - with lobsters and clams From Larsen's.

Usman K.

Yelp
Crab cakes were good. The others were okay. Great sunset views............ .................,,,,,,,,,
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Tom C.

Yelp
Got culls for like 30 lobster rolls for friends and family. Boy we're they good. All dozen of us enjoyed multiple home made top loading butter grilled buns stuffed with tarragon, chervil herbed lobby salad rolls
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Stephanie Q.

Yelp
I saw the long line here, so I wondered over out of curiosity. I ended up getting clam chowder and oysters. The oysters were very very fresh, I bet they came from the ocean a few hours ago. The clam chowder was also super creamy, with delicious pieces of clam inside. There isn't any seating here, but you can sit by the water and watch the fishing boats while eating.
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Helik S.

Yelp
This review is a compromise between a very fishy business practice and excellent quality fish they sell. No doubt the sword fish steaks, tuna steaks, flounder, cod, and Scallops were top notch, fresh, and delicious as you would expect from such a place. However, twice we noticed our order had been hacked up by more than 20% with no acknowledgement or consent asked from us. On terms of weight our order was blown from a total of 52 Oz to 72 Oz, or financially expressed from $84 to$100. How do we know? We weighted the fish we received and calculated the cost of our order based on the prices quoted to us. Granted when you ask for a specific slice of fish you may get a slightly bigger or slightly smaller piece as they occur in nature, however as we demonstrated above the slant is one sided and grossly exaggerated. This can be a deliberate policy or lack of care: either are very disappointing, especially considering the already very high prices of fish they offer. Another very disturbing practice is the avoidance of a detailed receipt, leaving you with no way to dispute the delivery with a somewhat cocky employer not at all concerned with your pocket. After experiencing this two times within a week we will opt to look elsewhere to finding fish to grill, in a place that practices a fairer and more honest business. Buyers beware is absolutely essential if you decide to buy at Larsen's!