Jim N.
Yelp
Last night, I had the pleasure of dining at The Nauti Lobstah -- a seafood spot I'd been eager to try, especially since my wife (my usual dinner companion) detests seafood and was out of town! My neighbors suggested it, and I jumped at the chance.
The place was busy -- always a good sign -- but we only waited about 20 minutes. We grabbed drinks at the small bar, and before we knew it, we were seated. Totally worth the wait!
Service
Our waiter, Johnathan, was attentive, friendly, and on point all evening. Even better, one of the owners, Christina, took time to sit at our table, sharing the story of their famous 2-lb lobster roll and a food champion who polished off TWO of them! You can tell she truly cares about her food, her staff, and her customers. That personal touch made the night even more memorable.
Appetizer
We started with 1.5 dozen East Coast Oystahs on the Half Shell (James River Blue Point Virginia oysters). Served raw with lemon, homemade cocktail sauce, and Saltines -- these were fresh, flavorful, and simply amazing.
Snack
Their homemade chips are talked about for a reason -- crispy, salty, and addictive.
Main Course
I went for the Lazy Man's Style Lobstah -- fresh Maine lobster cooked, cracked open, shelled, and tossed in butter and white wine, topped with Ritz cracker crumbs. I added sautéed shrimp and scallops (worth the upcharge!). This dish was incredible -- rich, buttery, and decadent -- and I didn't have to do any of the work! The hushpuppies (crispy outside, soft inside) were hands-down the best I've ever had. The Caesar salad was fresh and nicely dressed.
My friends' meals
Pan-Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes -- looked perfect, served with remoulade sauce.
Crabmeat Stuffed Floundah -- flaky flounder stuffed with crab, topped with Ritz crackers and a drizzle of hollandaise.
Both dishes came with hushpuppies and garlic mashed potatoes -- both friends cleaned their plates!
Final thoughts
I'm already planning a return trip for lunch this week to try one of their lobster rolls (a normal-sized one!). The Nauti Lobstah is fantastic -- great food, stellar service, and genuine hospitality. If you're a seafood lover (or just seafood-curious when your spouse is out of town ), don't miss this place.
Rating: 10/10 -- Can't wait to go back!