The Lobster House

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"If the Jersey Shore had its own themed infinity gauntlet, fresh seafood would surely be one of the stones, and The Lobster House’s logo may be on it. Featuring dockside seating and some of the best seafood in the area, this should be your first stop after surviving the Garden State Parkway. It has a fish market, takeout shop, raw bar, and restaurant all under the same roof, so you can satisfy any craving you have—from feasting on shrimp by the water to taking home the catch of the day to grill up at your rental." - regan stephens, candis mclean, sydney mcelwee, tonya russell

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"The Lobster House in Cape May greets visitors as they enter this South Jersey town at Exit 0 on the Garden State Parkway and offers multifaceted dining options, including indoor dining in the main restaurant, raw bar seating, and food and drink offerings aboard the Schooner American, a 130-foot Grand Banks sailing vessel that’s situated alongside the main restaurant. Seafood fare is bountiful at this popular restaurant with culinary items including fried calamari, Jersey oysters, baked clams casino, and flounder francaise filling the menu." - Kristen Kwiatkowski

Where To Eat Down The Shore: Atlantic City To Cape May - New York - The Infatuation

"If the Jersey Shore had its own themed infinity gauntlet, fresh seafood would surely be one of the stones, and The Lobster House’s logo may be on it. Featuring dockside seating and serving some of the best seafood in the area, this should be your first stop after surviving the Garden State Parkway. It has a fish market, takeout shop, raw bar, and restaurant all under the same roof, so you can satisfy any craving you have—from feasting on shrimp by the water to taking home the catch of the day to grill up at your rental." - Sydney Mcelwee, Candis Mclean, Tonya Russell

The Lobster House Review - Cape May - Philadelphia - The Infatuation

"If the Jersey Shore had its own themed infinity gauntlet, fresh seafood would surely be one of the stones, and The Lobster House’s logo may be on it. Featuring dockside seating and serving some of the best seafood in the area, this should be your first stop after surviving the Garden State Parkway. It has a fish market, takeout shop, raw bar, and restaurant all under the same roof, so you can satisfy any craving you have - from feasting on shrimp by the water to taking home the catch of the day to grill up at your rental. " - Candis R. McLean

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"The southernmost tip of New Jersey can feel like the end of the world, albeit a gorgeous one with the option for steamed lobster and other seafood. There are a few ways to dine at Lobster House: the white-tableclothed restaurant, the more casual enclosed checkered patio, or the raw bar outside. But there’s fresh seafood at all three." - Stefanie Tuder

Mrunal Patil

Google

The Lobster House in Cape May is a beloved establishment, and our visit was a testament to its enduring popularity. As expected on a weekend, there was a considerable wait, but the anticipation was well worth it. The restaurant's spacious interior and vintage ambiance transport you back in time, adding to the charm of the dining experience. Service was impeccable, with attentive staff ensuring a pleasant meal throughout. We indulged in a 1.5 lb lobster and crab meat, both of which were outstanding. The highlight was the exceptional crab dip, a special that left a lasting impression. Overall, our time at The Lobster House was delightful, easily filling two hours with good food and great company. If you're looking for a taste of history combined with fresh seafood and top-notch service, this is the place to visit in Cape May.

Pinkmercedes76

Google

Great food. Amazing views. Decent size portions.. and had enough to take home. Gotta love leftovers. We paid $138 total including tip of 20%.. for 2 Lobster House Specialty dishes (lobster, shrimp, scallops over linguine with garlic sauce) 2 drinks, and 2 soups.

Tony Bermeo

Google

This was my first time at the lobster House and I absolutely loved it! We went there in the beginning of summer at around 8:00 PM. There was roughly a 30 minute wait. As long as they have a bar, I use a short weight as an opportunity to explore the grounds and grab a beer if I’ve never been there before. I went back and boat with a bar and seating. Amazing opportunity to grab a beer and listen to some live music. A 30 minute wait was actually only 10 minutes, Was a pleasant surprise. Food was delicious, seafood was fresh. I’ll be back Time and Time again.

Taylor Marshall

Google

Quality seafood for a reasonable price. Broiled seafood combination meal is wonderful and filling. Have been eating here 3 summers in a row and have never been disappointed. Sit on the boat if you can. Service is great.

Suzanne Walter

Google

We had a bad experience here 20 years ago and just never returned. So glad we finally returned. Food portions and price were very reasonable. Our waitress made our meal. She was friendly, attentive, and a pure joy! Food was incredible. All staff friendly...greeted you..and made us feel welcome!! Will definitely be back!!!!

Mitchellconrem Fresh (FRESH)

Google

The snapper soup was terrible. Nothing like it used to be there was Hair baked in my loaf of onion bread. My bake shrimp stuff with crab imperial was not that good. My stewed tomatoes taste like they came from a can. Garden salad covered the plate. It was a side of french fries if there was no less than seven fries on a plate I would be exaggerating very disappointed.

Jennifer Horner

Google

Went to the Lobster House on a cold winter day in March for lunch. It was the best Long Island drink I have had in years. The best homemade bread and whipped butter. I got sautéed scallops with a salad. I couldn’t finish my meal the scallops were so filling. Everything was delicious and the service and view was amazing. The water was beautiful. It felt nice to feel like you were at the beach on a cold winter day. Definitely worth the drive down.

karen hope (KHL)

Google

Order up front, eat "out back"! The Lobster House has several dining options, one of which is take out service with optional casual, outdoor seating. Weather permitting, a charming atmosphere with dockside views. Go early during the busy summer months, the tables are plentiful but this spot is very popular with locals andvisitors alike. Pricing is reasonable, the food is fresh and delectable! The dock staff are always friendly and keep the area spotless. For this dining option, use the take out counter next to the Fish Market. When you place your order you can request to pick up your food at the dock counter behind the fish market. The take out has it's own menu and paper menus are available at the counter.

John J.

Yelp

Wonderful ambiance and consistently exceptional service. Hannah was a fantastic server; attentive, friendly, helpful, and let us set the pace. We began with steamers, which were very good. There were six of us but only one had a 1 1/2 lb lobster (steamed of course). Their whole steamed lobster is 5 star delicious. It was sweet, flavorful, and tender as always! We also had the sautéed soft shell crabs (much better fried), crab imperial (ball of deviled crab), lobster house broiled seafood combo over linguine, and stuffed shrimp (stuffed with deviled crab). All were fine but pale in comparison to the lobster. I wouldn't order the stuffed shrimp again.

Ashley L.

Yelp

TOURIST TRAP! After a salt marsh tour, our guide recommended us to have dinner here because it's good and fresh. WRONG. The food is all frozen, from the clams to the lobster. What's even worse is they charge you a lot ($30+) for the main entrees. The next day, most of the family had stomach issues. Please do not go.

Maria-Elena T.

Yelp

A large group of us come here every year. I am remiss in posting ... This year there were 9 of us. Celina our waitress, Molly the bartender, and Brett the host, all provided stellar service. We started with a couple of appetizers to spilt- steamed clams and raw oysters. Unfortunately, duty called and I left before I could eat. I will return.

Susan M.

Yelp

Great food and service We would go back again the boats going in and out of view was beautiful sounds tastes will bring you back again

Glenn S.

Yelp

First time to the Lobster House and I'm so glad we decided to stick out the 1 hour wait and hang at the bar. Cocktails were great and fairly priced and the old school ambience was wonderful. Our dinner started with a homemade bread that was fresh out of the oven and reminiscent of an everything bagel. It melted in your mouth especially with the homemade whipped butter. I ordered the broiled seafood platter and it didn't disappoint. The crab cake was no filler just crab meat, the lobster was perfectly done, the clam casino, fish, and shrimp were also delicious. Others in my party had NY Strip and filet mignon which they said was on par with a good steakhouse. The dinners also come with a salad, choice of potato and fresh vegetables. My only regret is that it took so long to finally try this place. Solid five stars all the way!

Kevin O.

Yelp

Decent seafood in a great setting out back on their dock. Prices used to be reasonable, but are now expensive.

W C.

Yelp

Delicious lobster and key lime pie. Reasonable fair prices and very nice service! Love this place !

Lindsey O.

Yelp

So there are a bunch of different areas of the Lobster House: the fancy/pricy indoor section, the takeout section, and the raw bar. INDOOR: My boyfriend and I were craving lobster bisque which was only in the indoor section. It was EXCELLENT. Probably the best lobster bisque I've ever had. The soup itself had a perfect flavor, and it was topped with big lobster pieces. The service inside was excellent, and the bread was also delicious. If it were only for the indoor portion, this would be a 5/5 review. OUTDOOR: the clam chowder was too salty from the takeout section. The lobster salad was pretty good but I wish they sold a smaller portion (the smallest was 1/2lb) because I had to toss the rest out given we were on vacation without a fridge in our hotel room. We did bring the bourbon toffee cake back and it was delicious. So I'd say 4/5 lobster salad, 5/5 cake, 3/5 clam chowder. Overall we loved the spot - it was our best meal in Cape May and we'd gladly go back.

Chris C.

Yelp

Old school charm is the perfect description! I feel like I went back in time when I stepped in the doors. I am a visitor to the area, so I asked my host to bring me to the best breakfast place in town and they bought me here. It was perfect, from the freshly squeezed orange juice to my good oldchip beef on toast with an egg on top! That's old-school

Victor S.

Yelp

A special mention must be made of the homemade bread and butter. A simple yet perfect accompaniment, it elevated our entire meal. The Lobster House provided an exceptional dining experience, and we'll definitely be returning to explore their other tempting dishes.

Dee M.

Yelp

The LOBSTER HOUSE- Where the waitresses are attired in crisp, white, adorned ,neatly pressed uniforms reminiscent of the 1960's The service, attitude, attention to detail also remind me of a bygone era. And that's not a bad thing in this era where chains reign. Staff seem to be trained by the book. All are respectful and attentive. I go here about 8 times a year and enjoy indoors but i also enjoy sitting on the boat and eating a good meal with a cold one on many summer days. Food: I've tried everything on the menu and it is top notch. The freshest seafood around and they have a very reasonable kids menu. Today: Lobster tail with baked potato, fresh green beans, side salad and a bowl of the best Snapper Soup in Cape May. My dining companion has the same. We both loved the meal. TIP: Indoors: 1 hour wait for a table in summer. Weekends: not uncommon for 2 hour wait.

Keith A.

Yelp

The Lobster House is and will always be one of my go-to spots. In winter the peaceful window seats by the water are so relaxing...especially if its 20 degrees out and sunny like today. Went for lunch today and what we usually get comes to around $32. Today it came to $43. I guess prices had to go up at some point. We get sautéed scallops and stuffed clams. Comes with their amazing bread as well as sides. I SWEAR lunch came with a salad as of like a year ago. I could be wrong. Anyway...very good today and our server Jaylin was a quiet but friendly dude.

Rachel D.

Yelp

Woah what happened?? I loved this place last year. Now they have these small portion sizes that are just sad. That's not a crab cake that's a crab ball lol and that's the smallest piece of fish. I feel like someone ate my meal before they served it to me. So disappointed and embarrassed I recommend this place. Most of the meal is cheap unseasoned fries. :(

Abby W.

Yelp

We love coming here, especially in the off-season. The food is old school and so is the service and ambience. It's not cutting edge stylish fare but it's good down home seafood. We also love sitting at the bar, friendly great bartenders and crowd. Also can't beat the view from a window table in the dining room. Only downside is no reservations so the wait is rough in summer, but on a nice day you can hang outside and gape at the fishing boats. A bit touristy, but there's a reason so many people keep coming back.

Nicholas C.

Yelp

The Lobster House stands out with short wait times, delicious food, and a great environment. Although seating is outside, making it ideal for warmer days, the overall experience is well worth it. A summer tradition for me, I highly recommend this place.

Ken O.

Yelp

Well ... the schooner is " OPEN " ... so,if you want a very nice lunch or pre-dinner cocktail, I highly recommend you give THE LOBSTER HOUSE a try. Their lobster salad sandwich is excellent. Now .. don't confuse this with a lobster roll sandwich; it's entirely different. We sat at the bar, on the water in the Cape May harbor. It was a beautiful day .. & .. quite crowded .. but .. my wife secured two(2) perfect seats at the bar. Our bartenders were very nice & friendly .. & .. their mixology skills were right on. If you've never been to The Lobster House, &/or their bay-anchored schooner, & enjoy fresh seafood, nice scenery, a friendly atmosphere, great drinks + food ... you need to put this restaurant at the top of your list.

Katie B.

Yelp

Service has gone way down the tubes over the years. Just waiting 2 hours for lunch. How can a shrimp salad melt take two hours?!? Also, the entire interior of this restaurant is dated and dingy. Needs a page one rewrite. Time to modernize. Kill the weird outfits you make the waitresses wear and bring the focus back to food and quality service.

Anthony S.

Yelp

Fantastic food- the lobster bisque is the absolute best I've ever had. The service is always attentive and friendly. The ambiance is fantastic as well. Can't recommend enough.

L L.

Yelp

How can it be that I have visited Cape May off and on all my life and this was my first time at LH? But happy to have found it. Many reviews mention the wait, but not the fact that they don't take reservations. That's the reason for the wait. We were a party of 6, arrived at 5pm on a Sunday. No wait. I was with family, one of whom lives locally, and knows everyone, so that might've helped. The ambiance is old school in a classic way I like. Dark woods, paneling on walls, maritime paintings and relics all over. Thick slab dark wood tables and captain's chairs for everyone. It's a maze of rooms inside, easy for a first-timer to get lost. There's a proper lobby, bar, and all those formal spaces for wait stations and bussing hubs, etc. Views of Marina if you are close to the window, otherwise just a chill time with the fun at your table. Staff was super friendly and competent. Their uniforms were a little much for today's expectations. Some aspects of the sailor look were cute, and some I just felt sorry for the staff as I'd feel a little dehumanized to wear something so over-the-top. But they all took it in stride and their personality came through. My filet was sooooo good! Perfect temp (med-rare). I asked if they lean well or rare, server said rare so mine ended up perfect med-rare asking for medium. When she gave me bernaise on the side it was huge. I thought "how gluttonous" and assumed I'd never consume even half. Lol, NOT! I ate all that sauce, it was so worth the splurge! Delicious! Everyone in my party was happy. From a senior to child, all were pleased with their meal. My child even had butter for the first time. He never likes butter but he loved LH's bread and butter. He filled up so much I struggled to get dinner in him! I can't speak for dessert because it has been a few months since I'd been to the area, and I needed Mr. Softee (in Villas) for dessert. So that was the next stop. All in all a definite place to return! Cape May classic, for sure!

Caryl T.

Yelp

No problem being seated immediately in the off season. I hear there is usually a long wait. Beautiful setting at the marina. I don't eat seafood but my husband loves it. He said his fried shrimp dinner was "perfect" and my chicken francais was also. I'm usually hesitant at a seafood place because sometimes their non-seafood fare is 'meh'. Not so here...delicious. Homemade bread with sweet butter was a nice touch. Service was excellent...attentive, friendly and non-obtrusive. Great place for good food and family friendly!

Morgan C.

Yelp

The Lobster House was everything we hoped for! We opted for takeout from the raw bar and it was perfect for a quick lunch. We split half a dozen fresh oysters, a cup of crab soup, a crab cake sandwich and cheesy garlic bread (hidden gem). We sat on the outdoor patio area overlooking the marina which was shady and cool on a hot day. Our food was ready quickly and staff were quickly cleaning tables for the high volume. We will definitely be back!

Ari X.

Yelp

Cute little spot near the coast, tasted the clam chowder and lobster bisque, would recommend! Very tasty, loved the lobster bisque, fast and polite service.

Kristyn M.

Yelp

Just a quick stop in Cape May. A friend recommended that we stop here. We got off a boat tour at 5 and headed right over. Note: hours here have a closed at 3-4:30 gap. Get there early. We got there with a group of 2. Groups ahead of us of 4 and more had over an hour wait. We were told 45 - 1 hour and went outside to the bar. There is a cold bar where we popped up to grab a drink. We had just finished our drink when my phone rang. That was only about 30 min , if that. We got seated by the window, so we got to enjoy the view of the waterway. We aren't from around here, so we got to enjoy that. The automosphere was loud. This place was packed, and I felt like I had to raise my voice to talk with my husband. Considering the wait staff were dressed to the nine and proper, and the process reflected it, I thought it automosphere would be a little quieter. The outside seating may have that, but the big groups inside were hopping. The food. No beer inside. Just wine and soda. We stuck with water. I added a menu with more current prices. You are going to average about 30 a person. The meal is delivered in courses. Complimentary hot bread and delicious whipped butter come out. Hubbies clam chowder came at the same time. With our meals, you get 2 sides and salad. I got the house creamy Italian. It was good. The salad won't fill you up. It's minimal and cute. Next it you're main meal with sides. Hope you saved room. Hubby got the scallops, with potatoes and the veggie, cabbage. I got to have a scallop, and it melted in my mouth like butter. Fantastic. I ordered the special of the evening which was crab encrusted sea bass with crab meat on top, potato wedges, and coleslaw. Holy crap. Mouth watering, 3 giant filets of sea bass with the tasty crunchy covering. I focused on my fish. I tried the coleslaw and 6 I wanted all my room for the fish. I felt bad wasting food since I couldn't take the leftovers with me. So. Overall. If you are here for fish. Yes! Worth the splurge. If you want to do the order and take out they have a separate area for that. Off to the left of the main entrance is a packed room where they are doing takeout. You can wait outside at the bar area or sit out front, and they call your name and number.

John Michael S.

Yelp

Love this place forever. If you want a nice place to eat inside it will be wonderful. Sitting on the dock and enjoying the freshest seafood is such an amazing feeling. The service is spot on always. Just enjoy good food at the best place.

Mohamed A.

Yelp

Service is very professional Clean Air Excellent food This place is a must visit at least twice a year and if it's close I will be there twice a week

Mary T.

Yelp

We've always loved The Lobster House but this visit was not good. The food was very bland, small size shrimp, fish, and scallops. The market staff was very nice, they are always nice and helpful. Sitting outside is always the best!

Sheila R.

Yelp

Love stopping here on the water before entering town of cape may. Probably not our best visit, but has been more of a reflection of the last few times. Service was a bit icy, which we had never experienced. Seasoned waitress, maybe on an off day? Our soup came before the drinks. No bread was even offered. A few minutes after soup, our food order was placed on a nearby stand. Food was definitely fast. Too fast. Not warm either.

Soula P.

Yelp

We ordered from the takeout window and sat on the deck overlooking the water, which was nice. We got stone crab claws, clams casino, oysters, and fried calamari. The crab claws were sweet and yummy but they put them on a plate with ice and don't give you any way to actually crack them without making a giant mess, so they were hard to eat. The clams casino was bad, we didn't finish it, I don't know what herb or spice they use but it was really unpleasant. The fried calamari was bland, and the oysters were just ok. We got wine which were just mini bottles of too-sweet Sutter Home. They call numbers for when food is ready which gets annoying after a while - just invest in some buzzers. Glad we checked it off the list but don't need to go back!

Arash F.

Yelp

OMG! Jesus Christ, Buddha, Mohammad, Moses, I think they would have loved coming to this place!

Jacqueline L.

Yelp

The Lobster House is a quintessential Cape May restaurant. It's large so they're churning people in and out all day and night. There are many places to eat inside and outside at the restaurant, so you have lots of options. The food is nothing to write home about, but the raw bar has fresh raw options which is the best route to take, and have a drink on the boat outside and you're in for a nice night!

Zuleika A.

Yelp

Very famous in Cape May. We arrived at 17:00, 30 minutes after they opened, and had to wait 1.5 hours for a table but it was worth it. Not to mention, we did not find any parking in the designated parking area for the Lobster House and had to park elsewhere. It is a loud environment inside the restaurant, given its popularity. Overall, the food was great and the entree portions were so big, we had leftovers to take with us home. Worth a visit when in Cape May

Robert P.

Yelp

Food was good. Good service. Liked how the lobster was split open and ready to eat. Very decent for high volume served lobster meals.

Jacqueline R.

Yelp

Ambiance is old school. Don't think they will ever change the decor, so I appreciate it. There is usually a wait to get a table, but I don't mind bc the food is impeccable.

John S.

Yelp

Place is a bit of a zoo, but we went 8 PM-ish in June and ate at the bar. Food was very good. But I can see someone having a bad experience just because of the volume of visitors they have. No complaints on the food. Definitely would return.

Joseph K.

Yelp

After having been a steady customer for many years, I am sorry to say that this restaurant is slipping. While prices have increased steadily, the quality has been very poor. Crab cakes and other offerings have gotten smaller. The prices of lobsters have skyrocketed. Even had the wrong meal served to me on my last visit. Lobster House needs to get back to its former standard.

Caroline N.

Yelp

Great food but can be a long wait as this place is so popular. There's a separate take out orders area where you take a number and wait to be called to order. Then you can wait outside on the boardwalk where they also have tables to eat. I loved the broiled seafood combo. The calamari could have been less thin and rubbery but overall satisfied. Also, the clam chowder had barely any clams and almost no potatoes. It mainly tasted like a creamy chicken soup as there was almost no clam taste.

Terri C.

Yelp

I'm not crazy about the main restaurant. Decor is pretty, nice nautical theme. Too much of a touristy vibe. The food was mediocre. The sauce on the kid's pasta was watery and not good. Our other entrees were also lackluster. Our waiter didn't seem too interested in his job and looked annoyed to be serving us. The takeout part of the restaurant is fantastic! Its separate from the main restaurant. the menu is different too. You can order from 2 different places, both have different menus although some of the products seem to be similar. The raw bar has oysters, steamed Maryland blue crabs where you can crack the shell with a provided tool and stone crab legs. The other takeout area has chicken fingers, lobsters meals, cocktail shrimp among other things. There are outdoor tables by the water where you can take your food to.

Bryna S.

Yelp

Never disappoints. Consistently amazing for over the 40 years I've been going! Beautiful staff and views

Dan B.

Yelp

This is an old school establishment, which means that I expect them to have their act together. This was far from the case. I came with a party of eight or so and ordered a two pound lobster broiled with crab stuffing. They brought out my lobster and said it was 3 pound. I told them that I had ordered a 2 pound. The woman said that I ordered a 3 pound even though she was not the server that took my order. Before we could discuss options, she rushed it away. They served the whole table then came back quite some time later and apologized saying that the kitchen messed up and were rushing to make the correct order. I reminded the server that the order was with the crab stuffing. They forgot that and came out with that as a side plate. I had to eat my meal after everyone was almost done with theirs. They made my in-laws feel badly and made for an awkward experience, so I will not return. Other negatives are that the do not have any beer with Light in the name. Their drink glasses are small with lots of ice. No drink or cocktail menu. They herd you in like cattle. From what I could find. There was one urinal and one stall for the entire establishment, which is massive. I don't see a need to come back to this place when there is so much good seafood in the area that can get the meal right and season lobster much better. The one pro is that the ambiance in certain areas looks comfortable, but they don't appear to have a cocktail menu. Old fashioned should be used as a strength not a weakness. Just because you have always done things a certain way doesn't make them good. Most importantly, I've simply had better lobster elsewhere.

Josh S.

Yelp

First, if you haven't been here, be prepared as this place is big. In fact there is so much going on that it's a bit confusing. There's a restaurant (inside), there's a takeout part (in the front), there's another bar (somewhere I couldn't find it), a bar in the back, a raw bar that is also the restaurant out back and probably more. We went to the raw bar which is really a kiosk you walk up to and place your order but there's a certain menu that they have so make sure you have the right one (a few people in line did not and weren't to happy). So here's the drill, you order at the kiosk and go find a table...there are tons along the water but they fill quickly. Once your order is up you'll hear your order number called over speakers throughout the outdoor dining space. I'm okay with this, the only problem I have is that because of this system it is uncomfortably quiet. You better not talk about anything you don't want someone over hearing, it's annoying but it is what it is. We ordered the crab claws, steamed clams, peel and eat shrimp, cream of crab soup and a grilled cheese for our toddler. Some of it was ready right away (the cold) so after ordering we were able to walk away with some food and drinks only having to go back up for the soup and sandwich. Everything was surprisingly good. Now, the prep for these is simple but when there's nothing to hide behind you better get it right. The crab claws come with a mallet and some mustard so they're messy. The steamed clams came with drawn butter and the shrimp with some cocktail sauce. The clams had no grit in them and both the shrimp and clams were cooked perfectly. My son didn't eat much but he was exhausted. My wife was pleasantly pleased with her soup. All in all, it was a good meal, next time I might get it to go as it felt like I was sitting in an outdoor doctors office at time though. But worth the stop if you're in the area.

Steve T.

Yelp

This review is for the inside restaurant. We Had the broiled seafood lobster platter, the seafood was way overcooked and had no seasoning at all, the clam casino was oily with a raw piece of bacon on top,The stuffed flounder was also overcooked and lacked seasoning . Server was Alisha who was outstanding. We sat at a table in the bar area listening to loud over served drunk senior citizens. The best part of the meal was the bread and butter. We do also sit outside during the season and get food from the raw bar which is usually pretty good.

Cait H.

Yelp

The free parking lot was PACKED but we put our name in & enjoyed a cocktail aboard the schooner, with live music, while we waited. I had the frozen Pink Lemonade & it was nice & refreshing but very weak. The wait wasn't long so after 1 drink we headed inside for our meal. The decor is exactly what you want from a spot like this. The bar area is perfect (dimly lit & you feel like you're under a ship) & I love the sailor uniforms their servers wear - adorable & so on theme. The lobster bisque & fresh bread were delectable & paired nicely with a glass of rosé. For the main course I had crab, a baked potato, and corn on the cob. Entrées also come with a side salad. We left with to-go boxes & we were still stuffed! My entree was not "bad", but wasn't super flavorful so I didn't feel I made the best choice. The sides also weren't great. After we'd ordered we kept seeing a delicious looking plate with what looked like piped twice baked mashed potatoes on it, would definitely ask what that one was next time because it looked phenomenal compared to our dishes. My husband got some large pot with lobster & other seafood, the lobster did taste pretty nice but he had to put a lot of work in to eat. Haha. In the past, I kind of felt like this place was a "tourist trap", but after this visit & really enjoying the overall ambiance I'd go back again & try a different dish. Pricing was fair & the vibe & overall experience were perfect for a family meal or a date night like we had.

Wen Na Z.

Yelp

My fiancé and I stopped by for lunch today at The Lobster House. I heard the place can get pretty busy, and their parking lot was pretty full by the time we arrived at 1pm. Luckily, we didn't have to wait long and were seated within 10 minutes. We ordered the escargot, oyster Rockefeller, and the fisherman's wharf platter. While we waited, we were given a complimentary loaf of bread and butter to munch on. 3/5 Oysters Rockefeller: we found the cheese to be overpowering and couldn't taste the oyster. Also, the oysters tasted slightly overly salty. 3/5 Escargot: it was our first time trying escargot. There were a good amount of pieces of escargot, which we appreciated, but it was not very flavorful. 4/5 Fisherman's Wharf Platter: this is a sampler with a variety of seafood including 3 scallops, a fillet of flounder, a clam casino, a crab cake, and a shrimp. It comes with a side of potatoes and boiled coleslaw, and tartar sauce. The scallops tasted a little rubbery. I enjoyed the crab cake, but my favorite was the clam casino, which had pieces of celery and a piece of bacon- it was the perfect bite. In terms of service, our waiter fumbled several times throughout our dining experience (ie. Tried taking our plates while we were still eating a couple times; gave us the wrong check). However, we understood he was busy. He always polite and professional which we appreciated! Overall, we left feeling full, but not very satisfied with our meal.

Noreen B.

Yelp

Went to LH May 2023. Cape May salt oysters were bigger than I've ever seen. I typically prefer smaller oysters, however, these were delicious. Onion bread, as always, baked daily. My husband had tuna on cedar plank and our friend had snapper soup. Shared very large brownie sundae. Pinot Grigio was very good. Friendly, prompt service. Table by the water. Very nice afternoon.

Jesse Y.

Yelp

Somewhat disappointed after all the hype from many stating this is the best seafood in all of Cape May. No doubt it has the longest history but tasting is believing. Where do I start? We ordered both the Lobster House Specialty and Broiled Fisherman's Wharf Platter however the Scallops were rubbery , shrimps dry and Lobster tail lukewarm at best. Hopefully this is just few overcooked dishes on my behalf and won't happen next time.

Jeff F.

Yelp

Yikes! We stopped in last Sunday at 4pm, but they were not seating until 4:30. By this time the lobby area was full of people. The bar area smelled musty. I had not been there in years and literally, nothing had changed (carpet). We decided not to wait, but we stopped in the fresh seafood area and picked up two pints of the lobster bisque to go. I remembered how amazing it was and didn't want to leave without it. That evening I opened them up and they were frothy and had a tangy flavor. Strong indication they were on the fringe of going bad. I should not have tried it, but they weren't cheap. I regretted it several hours later when I ended up with food poisoning. Really disappointed and the reason I gave 2 stars is because I have fond memories of the place and hope this wasn't indicative of how it is now.

Nella B.

Yelp

We stopped in for dinner after being on the beach in Cape May last week. Very nice menu with tons of selections. This place is huge. Service was very good. I got the 1 pound lobster and my husband got the surf and turf and friends. We were with got salmon and lobster also. Food was very fresh and tasty. Haven't been to this place in over 20 years and was shocked to see they actually still have the same decor . It's a little dark and it definitely needs to be spruced up a bit but you will not be disappointed if you go for dinner . But be prepared because it's always at least a one hour wait.

Payal P.

Yelp

The Lobster House is not hard to miss when visiting Cape May. There is a big sign that points to an area really close to the water. The Lobster House has a ship vibe- I felt like I was literally underwater in a boat. The waitresses and waiters were dressed like sailers. The bread they gave was pretty amazing. We got two different types of bread. We did Lobster House Combo which was interesting because the barbecue clams were something I've never seen/tasted before. I do have to say it just tasted like bbq sauce and didn't really add any value (in my opinion). We also shared Homemade Snapper Soup. This was my first time eating snapper! It was very hearty but I am not sure my feelings on snapper yet. It is definitely worth a try if you haven't ever tried it. The main course was the Schooner Dinner. The Schooner Dinner consisted of Lobster, Cherrystone Clams, Scallops, Shrimp and Mussels served in a Kettle. It came out hot which was nice. The lobster was really good. I did like the variety of the Schooner Dinner.

Steven R.

Yelp

Went in for the first time last night. We had Alisha as our waitress. She was wonderful. My partner ordered the 1.5 lb Maine Lobster and when she got it, she cracked open a claw and it was near empty! We only have lobster once or twice per year, and have never seen this before. We called Alisha over not to complain, just to inquire, and she explained that it is a natural occurrence that has something to do with shedding, and kindly offered 2 more claws. A few minutes went by and she walked out with another 1.5Lb lobster!! Amazing customer service! We also had the escargot, Onion Soup Gratinee, and The Lobster House Specialty, Shrimp, Scallops, Lobster Tails over a bed of Linguine with wine butter sauce. Everything was great and we will be back.

Nisha B.

Yelp

Arrived around 415p on a Wednesday. Thought the place opened at 4 but when we got in, we waited in line to be seated. Even by 415p, the bar area was open and a long line was starting to form to be seated. Good thing we arrived when we did :) Free parking lot out front. When you walk in, it was very dark with low lights - felt almost like a speakeasy. We were seated by the window along the water. Pretty sight! There was also a little ground baseboard heater, so that felt good as early May has been kind of chilly. I don't eat seafood much but I got a seafood combo trio appetizer. Oysters, Mussels and Shrimp. Good. My dad had an entrée that consisted of Flounder, shrimp and crab cake. He said it was alright- needed a bit more spices lol. His meal also came with a salad. Not entirely too much non seafood items (cuz duh its a seafood restaurant) outside of salad. Table bread was good. Nice ambience. I would visit again

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"If the Jersey Shore had its own themed infinity gauntlet, fresh seafood would surely be one of the stones, and The Lobster House’s logo may be on it. Featuring dockside seating and serving some of the best seafood in the area, this should be your first stop after surviving the Garden State Parkway. It has a fish market, takeout shop, raw bar, and restaurant all under the same roof, so you can satisfy any craving you have—from feasting on shrimp by the water to taking home the catch of the day to grill up at your rental." - Sydney Mcelwee, Candis Mclean, Tonya Russell

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"If the Jersey Shore had its own themed infinity gauntlet, fresh seafood would surely be one of the stones, and The Lobster House’s logo may be on it. Featuring dockside seating and serving some of the best seafood in the area, this should be your first stop after surviving the Garden State Parkway. It has a fish market, takeout shop, raw bar, and restaurant all under the same roof, so you can satisfy any craving you have - from feasting on shrimp by the water to taking home the catch of the day to grill up at your rental. " - Candis R. McLean

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