The Nauti Lobstah
Seafood restaurant · Apopka ·

The Nauti Lobstah

Seafood restaurant · Apopka ·

New England seafood specialties, lobster rolls, oysters, & chowder

lobster roll
new england clam chowder
sweet potato casserole
crab stuffed mushrooms
homemade chips
fried shrimp
friendly staff
great service
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311 S Forest Ave, Apopka, FL 32703 Get directions

$20–30

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Restroom
Accepts reservations
Popular for lunch
Popular for dinner
Cozy

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311 S Forest Ave, Apopka, FL 32703 Get directions

+1 407 889 7980
thenautilobstah.com
@nautilobstah

$20–30 · Menu

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•Restroom
•Accepts reservations
•Popular for lunch
•Popular for dinner
•Cozy
•Trendy
•Family friendly
•Good for groups

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Jan 23, 2026

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New England seafood done by a local, family-run team—overflowing lobster rolls, steamers, oysters, and chowdah. Recognized by the Orlando Sentinel’s Foodie Awards, it draws loyal fans for hearty Northeastern flavors.

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Lily S.

Google
The Naughty Lobstah What a great experience we had at The Naughty Lobstah. We went to dinner with our daughter and son-in-law and brought our pups along, so we sat outside, which was perfect. The service was outstanding and the food was fantastic from start to finish. We started with the seafood dip, which was delicious. Two of us had the lobster bisque and my son-in-law ordered the New England clam chowder. Both were excellent, with plenty of clams and generous pieces of lobster. For our main entrées, my husband had the Seafood Newburg, my daughter ordered the Shrimp Platter, and my son-in-law and I chose the Connecticut-style lobster rolls. Warm, buttery, and absolutely delicious. They even bring extra butter on the side so you can enjoy it just the way you like. We both ordered the double meat, and while it’s not cheap, it is absolutely worth it. We can’t wait to go back again. Highly recommend! 🦞❤️

Peg C.

Google
It felt like going home to the New England of my youth. I could almost here the RI surf sounds. So reminiscent of authentic seafood restaurants up north. But, this location is inland on a main thoroughfare in Florida, so the atmosphere isn't quite there. We sat outside as the interior is a bit dark and stuffy, old. The food is what makes the place. Real New England style cooking, savory and delicious. Service was great. On street parking with a small rear lot. Prices on the high side but not unreasonable.

Bill G.

Google
Wonderful homemade chips and tasty cocktails to start off our great evening sampling this outstanding fare!! The salmon was cooked to perfection and although the wait was long it was worth it!

Cory P.

Google
Fan freaking tastic!! We drove from DeLand after seeing a post on FB. Went on Saturday. Arrived at 4:15 and had an hour wait. They take no reservations. So we sat at the bar and had a few drinks. After only about 30 minutes our table for 2 was ready. We ordered the escargot for an appetizer and it was Ah-mazing! Then our 1st side came out. A $5 up charge for clam chowder. It was tasty but I had a few potatoes that were undercooked and maybe 1 bit of clam in it. Still tasted good tho. I had the lazy man’s lobster with the ritz crackers on the side. With a side of sweet potato casserole. It was 1.5 lb of lobster meat! And meat-not just tiny pieces. So worth the 30 minute wait!!! My husband had the all you can eat catfish and never even got a refil there was so much!! Our server, it said Noel on the receipt, was so friendly and helpful and attentive. I only gave a 4 star on atmosphere because it’s pretty loud in there. My only problem was the prices. It’s a bit expensive. Our bill for 2, with an app, 2 beers, a mocktail and 2 iced teas, plus tip was almost $200. But I highly recommend it! The food was amazing and we left STUFFED! Next time we’re going for the single lobster rolls!!!

Michelle G.

Google
Magical dining and the food was excellent. Shrimp was so fresh and clam linguine was so good. Very good portion had to bring it home. The dessert strawberry mousse with biscoff cookie so good. Great dinner. I will come back. My friends all enjoyed their lobster 🦞.

Zunayme R.

Google
I had an amazing experience at The Nauti Lobstah. The food truly captures the fresh, comforting flavors of Maine — everything tasted high-quality and perfectly prepared. The service was friendly, fast, and very attentive, which made the whole visit even better. The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed meal.

Eric J.

Google
What a wicked find!! A true New Englander here, and I couldn’t believe I stumbled upon this fantastic place!! What a gem! I’m just going to share the pics of my meal (Yes, I got it to go, don’t hate!). You can judge for yourself. Please, stop by and order as much as you want, it’ll all be amazing. Literally can’t wait to go back and try more!!

Cynthia F.

Google
The food was outstanding. The lobster bisque was delicious! We did the magical dinning, all the food was great! As a matter of fact, we had to stop eating our entree so we could have room for dessert! The service was perfect, very attentive and quick. I cannot wait to go back!
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Yasi P.

Yelp
Went to dinner with friends and it was our first time. I've only early heard amazing things about this restaurant so we were excited to try it. I ordered the shrimp linguini and is was phenomenal. It tasted so fresh ! The ambiance was casual nautical and service was great! Super helpful waitress ! It's a bit of a drive for us but well worth it !
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Kimberly A.

Yelp
Consistently good seafood. We've dined in a few times (whenever I crave fish and chips). Tonight was the first time I indulged in a lobster roll from Naughti Lobstah (I never ordered one before because I was skeptical on what the portion size would be for the price). Our order was placed quickly on the phone and a nice text message let me know our food was ready. Hubby brought home a nice sized container of the warm Connecticut style lobster roll and it was impressive! The cut lobster was still nice and warm sitting up nicely in a container of warm butter and chives. I spread the lobster on the roll and it was incredible, tasting just as good if we had dined in. Portion was generous as the roll was filled up nicely. I also enjoyed the house made chips. The flavor is nice and the crunch is satisfying. This place is a gem. Excellent seafood, probably the best meal I have had all week. I am just sorry I had not tried the lobster roll sooner!
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Jason D.

Yelp
Kept hearing some much about this place on social media. So we d cider to try it out. It's the old catfish place and they honor them still with some items in the menu. The wait was not too long at all. Inside it's like being in a fishing shack. I got the New England lobster roll and a side of hush puppies. The lobster was large pieces and so good. She got the shrimp "a la bob" from the old menu, with sweet potato casserole and green bean casserole. All around a very good experience
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Chris A.

Yelp
This place had been winning awards for years now, and I wanted to go so bad, but I just never am out in this part of town. Well I found a couple of other activities to pair with a nice lunch in Apopka. So we stopped in and finally got to see what all the fuss was all about. Ambiance was themed very well. New England nautical. Old school, like you were sitting in a restaurants from the 80's. Very fun, warm, and inviting. And also all of the blank spaces off the sidewalk were full of oyster shells, which was a very nice touch. Service was top notch. Our server was top notch professional, made sure our glasses were always full, and new the menu very well to help us decide exactly what to get. The food itself was really nice. Everything we had was delicious. Let's get into it. We ate way too much food this day. We started off with a couple of apps. New England Clam Chowdah (Chef Mike's secret clam chowder recipe [Add (3) Famous Rhode Island Clam Cakes]). This was a very nice chowder, not too creamy, very well seasoned, and you have to add on the clam cakes as a dipper. This chowder yearns to be dipped into. Very pervasive clam flavor throughout the cake. A nice little fritter. Crab Stuffed Mushrooms (Crab stuffed mushrooms, served with Hollandaise sauce drizzle and lemon wedge). Unctuous. Very nice sized shrooms stuffed to the brim with the crab mixture and broiled to a perfect crisp. Wowwy wow. So good. Onto the main event, the Connecticut Lobstah Roll (Warm fresh Maine lobster piled on Crisp Bibb Lettuce on toasted New England brioche Roll, served with warm butter). Perfectly tender lobster, and really more of it than I thought I would get. A roll that was strong, soft, and ultra buttery, all with even more butter for dipping. The epitome of indulgence, served with some of the finest, crispiest homemade potato chips you'll find in all of Orlando. So good. Fisherman's Platter (Fried Boneless Catfish, Clam Strips, Shrimp, New Bedford Sea Scallops). I know frying seafood isn't how you can most skillfully cook it, but there is absolutely a wrong, lazy way to do it. Nauti did it correctly. Catfish, delicate breading, super moist and juicy within, well seasoned. Nice. Clam strips, made extra fun with extra crackling breading a la old Captain D's cracklings. Shrimp of a decent size, not oily, popped right out of the tails. And the scallops were cooked just as well as if they were seared by Gordon Ramsay. So delicate and delicious. A few notes on the sides. The Hush Puppies were absolutely terrible. They were simply overcooked. A few of the chips suffered the same fate. But the Sweet Potato Casserole was one of the best I've ever had. They used puffed rice cereal for texture and wow, it was very fun and yummy. Overall, the hype was real, and this place was worth the wait. It's so rare to find good seafood in the Orlando area, but this is one of the few places I was happy to find. I'd love to come back one day.
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Brittany N.

Yelp
Pros: Ambiance is really nice. It feels like you're in a boat in a glass bottle or something. Very homey feeling. Service was great. Our lady was really nice, and our food came out at a proper pace. The food itself was awesome. Something different that normal seafood restaurants. Everything was cooked very well, and the portion sizes were very healthy. Cons: No cons. The location is a con. It's about as far away as you can get from where I live in Oviedo. Lol. Tips: You better add the clam cakes to the clam chowder. If you like mushrooms, the stuffed mushroom app is amazing. The homemade chips are an amazing side. And the fried clam strips were the best I've ever had.
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Christine S.

Yelp
First time here after this being on my list for a couple of years! I've heard plenty of good things, and finally found a special occasion to give them a try. From the outside, it's unassuming. It looks like a seafood shack you would find on the beach. The inside though! Plenty of nautical decor and an upscale feel with Tiffany inspired lamps. My father told me stores of an amazing seafood dish from his youth that I had to try; Lobster Newburg. This is the only place in central Florida I could find that served it. So we got a plate of the ultimate seafood Newberg, mom got the Crab stuffed Flounder (one of her favorites) and I got the Jumbo Crab cakes. We got a variety of sides to go with it. Everything was amazing! We all got our favorite seafood dishes and they were the most amazing renditions of those items! The service was exceptional! I'm sure we annoyed the waitress with the two thousand questions we had, but she was extremely sweet and did everything to answer them and accommodate our
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Brittany K.

Yelp
Tastes of New England at home in Florida?! Yes please! The Nauti Lobstah is reminiscent of home style restaurants I grew up frequenting in New England and of course down the northeast coast. The decor feels homey, casual, and comfortable. The only thing missing is the water front. Wink wink! Turns out that they don't take reservations so come on the early side if you want to dine on a weekend. Luckily we only waited about 30 minutes on a Saturday. Once seated, we were warmly greeted by our server and got settled with drinks and clam chowdah! The chowder was rich and creamy and came served with some type of corn fritters. Very delicious but stick with a cup so you have room for your lobstah. We had a variety around the table and honestly each dish was better than the next. One can't go wrong with a generously stuffed lobster roll but we also tried a lobster mac and a lobster risotto. All stellar! Great portions and loaded with big flavors. Despite bearing full, I saved room for the newly added bread pudding. It was served warm with fresh whipped cream and I urge you to go for this one. The rest of the table agreed of the desserts we tried, the bread pudding rocked! I've already planned a return outing with visiting family members to the Nauti Lobstah. They are so excited based on my glowing feedback of generous portions and delicious fresh catch!
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Lexy D.

Yelp
Favorite place in town!! Happy to be back and supporting local. Chef Mike even walked around and said hi to all the customers-you don't see that kind of service anymore! Our waiter Jerry was extremely responsive and kind.
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Michael G.

Yelp
Started shrimp cocktails, ratatouille casserole, lobster bisque and New England clam chowder. All very good. Four dinners of cracker crusted haddock. All very tasty. Could have been a touch hotter. One order of pork tenderloin very good. One whole lobster. Great dessert menu just puts the finishing touches on a delicious meal. Pick one. Great flavor. Great old time atmosphere. Great service!! Our server Megan was the best!! What was pleasantly surprising was, all of the support from other servers working as a team. Hats off to the owners!!! Chef Mike and his wife Cara and Christine. Cara visited our table. Great chat. The Nauti Lobstah team is the perfect example of providing great service, food and a family local experience!!!! 4 knives for me. Enjoy the photos below.
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Joe S.

Yelp
Lobstah must be the proper spelling for overcooked low-quality lobster. I was super excited to go here only to be disappointed AF. The lobster meat was dry, overcooked, and way overpriced. Pinch and zoom on the photo and look! Makes me think of Pinchy from The Simpsons. The Double Connecticut Style Lobster Roll had 8 ounces (their description) of lobster on it. This thing was pretty loaded but at $56, was a total rip off. It's the most I've ever spent on a lobster roll and the 2nd worst one I've ever had. It needed every bit of drawn butter to make it edible. Just to put price in perspective, a 4oz lobster roll on the Las Vegas strip is $9 cheaper than a 4oz lobster roll in Apopka... and you get a better view. The lobster BLT was good, but didn't really have enough lobster on it. The flavor was there through. Not worth the $35. (There's a theme here) The Stuffies were good. It was a hollowed out stuffed clam with sausage and other stuff and two of them were $13. They were a good size, but sheesh, not worth it at all. The homemade chips were good as were the French fries, but the Lobstah was very disappointing in quality. For the price, it should be flawless! If I went back, it would be for other seafood dishes and I'd steer clear of the lobster. If I want lobster, I'll find the Cousin's truck.
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Tiffany W.

Yelp
First of all I'm a Rhode Islander that lives in Florida. So happy to find this place so close to us. I took the risk and got the Gloucester clams, they weren't as good as up north fresh out the ocean. A few had lots of sand in them, and the butter was lacking salt. The clam cakes were def a taste of home for me and I would def go and get those again. The clam chowder was meaty but in my opinion was lacking some flavor. My husband got the crab cakes and French fries and they were so good! The cakes had lots of crab meat in them and were filling. The bartender did a great job with the old fashioned too! Our waitress was very attentive and super friendly she had a large table besides us but managed to tackle both effortlessly. We would def go back to try other menu options!
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Barbara B.

Yelp
The first time a group of us wanted to try out this restsurant, we had to go elsewhere, because it is closed on Mondays, and we get together once a month after the Bowlero Senior Bowling League. The next opportunity was for a Saturday lunch with Orlando Area Panhellenic Alumnae. We were seated together at tables in a step-down area. I wondered how anyone in a wheelchair or using a cane could maneuver the steps. We waited a long time for water, other beverages, and longer for ordering our meals. However, once ordered, they did not take long to arrive, which was a pleasant surprise. Meals looked appealing and tasted good. Many of us tried one of their speciality lobster rolls in spite of the price. I heard no complaints from anyone except for how long it took before orders were completed or bills were handled.
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Tony S.

Yelp
This is a lovely local restaurant! It has a welcoming ambiance, and the staff are friendly and accommodating. We ordered a single layer hand held lobster roll- the Connecticut (warm) and the New England (chilled) ,calamari and clam chowder. The lobster roll were both delicious, but the Connecticut( warm) is more tasty. The service was quick, the food was presentable and sooo good! All the staff are friendly and accommodating. Alex, the bartender is outstanding. He gave us recommendations, and excellent service. Tip: parking could be challenging, but we are able to park by the parking lot acrossthe street by the park. They are always full, so come earlier. They are closed on Sunday and Monday.

Lisa M.

Yelp
This place is amazing! The food was phenomenal and the service was great! I had the escargot (nice and garlicky and came with toasted bread to sop up the garlic parsley butter) and a Connecticut lobster roll (this came with melted butter). I added a side of hush puppies and asked for some of their maple honey butter. The maple honey butter is to die for. I would strongly recommend ordering that with the hush puppies. I also got the whoopie pies to take home. Before putting them in the fridge I took a bite which made me think I was back in Boston. The food is on the pricey side but it was so worth it. Go for you next celebration!
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Melissa G.

Yelp
If I could give it 10 stars, I would. Excellent, excellent service and the lobster was absolutely delicious! The atmosphere was really nice. Definitely go if you're thinking about it. I can't wait to go back!
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Junie L.

Yelp
Thank you, Yelp, for helping us discover this hidden gem! We traveled to Boston earlier this year and have been craving lobstah ever since--so when we found this place, we jumped at the chance. And wow... it did not disappoint. The restaurant was spotless, and our server Jerry was warm, attentive, and helpful. We went all out and ordered a feast--and every single bite was phenomenal. We started with steamed snow crab legs and oysters casino. The crab was perfectly cooked--sweet, juicy, and easy to crack. The oysters had a crisp, golden crust, cooked to perfection, without any fishiness. Absolute perfection. For mains: My daughter, not a seafood fan, had the prime rib French dip and loved it--tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. My son went for the double Connecticut lobstah roll, overflowing with warm buttery lobster. I got the "lazy man lobstah," which was a dream--sweet, tender meat already out of the shell so I could just dive in. Every bite was a buttery, garlicky flavor bomb. My husband had the cowboy steak, and again, they knocked it out of the park--juicy, char-grilled, and generously portioned. If you're anywhere near Apopka, do not miss this place. It's a small, locally owned spot that delivers big on flavor and quality. Come hungry, be ready to splurge a little, and prepare to leave full and happy. We'll absolutely be back next time we're in town!
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Shayn S.

Yelp
I've been to Nauti Lobstah a few times over the years, they are a local seafood restaurant that specializes in as you can imagine all things seafood. Their lobster has been renowned from many locals even from individuals coming from the New England area. This is very much the mom and pop close family type of place. The moment you walk in you're greeted to a very family close knit type of vibe which is very pleasant and comfy. I went with a pretty big party close to their closing time a few weeks ago the staff was extremely helpful and catering to our large party especially as it was close to their closing time. We got a myriad of items including their oysters, mussels, fried shrimp, salmon, lobster roll. I have to say everything was pretty delicious. The standout being the two foot long lobster roll drizzled with butter. The lobster was very fresh and cooked well. My main course that I got was a baked salmon with stuffed crab that was so tasty and filling. The bottom line, I'd highly recommend this place for the service as well as quality of food they offer. All seafood we had was very fresh and tasty and the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly. Absolutely recommend
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Michael T.

Yelp
OMG What an experience!! My wife took me there for my birthday. We had about a 60 min so we sat at the bar while waiting for our table. The bartender was funny and insightful. She also makes a Long Island Ice Tea exactly the way my wife likes it. When they called us to our table we had 4 steps to climb down. They didn't realize my wife is recovering from a broken leg and and was in a walking boot. As we were being seated a young woman ran over apologizing stating if she had known she would let us through a ground level door. Come to find out she's one of the owners owners. Could not have been sweeter! Our server Noel was a trip. Funny, smart and attentive with great recommendations. We started with the New England Clam Chowder. It was thick with lots of clams. The we got the Ipswich Clams. Can tell very fresh and no sand or grit. Only thing was my wife did request smaller clams and most of the clams were on the bigger side. We still ate them. They are known for their Lobster Rolls and they had a 2 ft Monster. We said what the heck let's get it. They made it half cold with mayo and half warm with butter. When they brought it out it came as s celebration with fanfare and applauds. IT WAS SOOO GOOD. It was overflowing with lobster. We had to bring half home. Then they brought out a home made Whoopie Pie with a candle and entire staff of Happy Birthday. You felt like you belonged and they truly take care of you. It is a little pricey, but your dealing with incredible food (might come back to try the 32 oz Tomahawk Steak) and they have an extensive menu. Its definitely an destination and special occasion place. Worth every penny.
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Kimberly C.

Yelp
I like the Cat Fish lunch menu. The clams are delicious too. The country antiques and train that runs the perimeter of the restaurant's ceiling is a favorite. It is a very comfortable place to eat great seafood. The service is always great and friendly.

Beverly M.

Yelp
Food was delicious. Service was exceptional. I love the idea of having a lobster dinner at a casual restaurant.
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Justin G.

Yelp
Christine is such a great owner- she greets everyone who dines. Chef Mike is perfection. They are famous for their 2ft lobster roll, and it's delicious, but so are the desserts and gator bites. It's all wonderful and you will leave absolutely full.
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Crystal M.

Yelp
Food amazing. Service lovely. We got the big appetizer. Clams, lobster, Completely yummy.
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Ashlye B.

Yelp
When I tell you they served, they did indeedy!!! We made our Orlando trip just based on this 2 ft Lobster Roll made with 2 lbs of Fresh Moist Lobster Claw Meat. It was served by the Chef and Owners. The waitress to the host to the parking lot was nice and accomodating!! I ate until I couldn't anymore and got a whole sandwich leftover. Located just 30 mins from Orlando right near the interstate nestled in a homefront space with ample secure parking. We were happy and over estatic about the experience. Now we need a knap!!! Thank you for the meal that will be talked about and compared to no other Lobster Roll!!!!
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Justin M.

Yelp
I'm going to just be honest. The staff was pleasant but the food has no seasoning whatsoever. I mean nothin! The lobster has no flavor, the butter has no flavor. It's just flavorless hype.
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Hannah B.

Yelp
This restaurant is pretty well known locally and i can see why, I've been twice so far and the staff are always so friendly and the food is delicious. It's cozy and not too big but service is always good, the owner himself always comes out to greet and speak to everyone personally and you can tell he puts a lot of thought and care into his food. highly recommend if you love seafood as much as I do.
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Gabrielle R.

Yelp
I visited The Nauti Lobstah for lunch and it was so delicious! The decor of the restaurant really takes you back to an old New England fish house which in my opinion, makes the food taste even better! We went to experience the MD menu but we did not eat of it. If you are a Yelper and you check in, you should receive a basket of their delicious homemade potato chips with their Remoulade Sauce. My party actually ate off the lunch menu since we couldn't justify eating a lobster at 1pm in the afternoon. I had the fried combo, and it was so delicious! It comes with catfish, fried shrimp, fried scallops, fried clams, hush puppies, and your choice of side and it's $20. Their lunch specials are everyday from 11 am- 3pm Everything was fresh and they really piled it on your plate to where you'll definitely have left overs. Their hush puppies are really flavorful! I believe they make their cocktail and tarter sauces in house and they were also very tasty. My other friend (who loves lobster) got their Connecticut Lobstah Roll and said it was one of the best ones she's had. She praised the amount of lobster in the roll and loved how juicy and tender the lobster was as well. She also ordered their fried shrimp and said they were delicious too. The staff was very friendly and attentive and I'm pretty sure Chef Mike came to our table to ask us how our food was. They were also pretty busy which is nice to see given the amount of restaurants we have shutting down in the Central Florida area. This was my second time visiting but I'm definitely now a fan and will be coming back again
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manuel v.

Yelp
I came to The Nauti Lobstah after seeing a post that really hyped it up, but as someone from Connecticut, I left feeling pretty disappointed. I normally don't leave reviews like this, but considering the prices, I expected a lot more. I ordered the double Connecticut lobster roll, which cost $56, and it was served cold--not what I was hoping for at all. The flavor also didn't strike me as particularly fresh. I also ordered the whole belly clams 5 oz, which were $39, and was surprised to find only four actual whole bellies--the rest were just clam strips. The sides didn't help much either. The creamed spinach was cold and bland, and the French fries were mostly tiny, overcooked bits. The clams casino were extremely salty--even for someone who likes salt--and the seafood Newburg also had an overly salty, slightly off taste and that dish cost $67. The one bright spot of the experience was the staff. Everyone was friendly and polite, and I truly appreciated their attitude and service. Unfortunately, the food just didn't live up to the hype or the price of $270Bucks.
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Cirissa L.

Yelp
When Salt is the Star of the Show The Nauti Lobstah can best be described as a mom-and-pop-style restaurant with an extremely pleasant, abundantly staffed team. Honestly, the staff was the highlight of my experience -- and that's saying something. The food? Well, that's a different story -- one that left much to be desired. I began optimistically with the clam chowder and clams casino. Looking back, I realize I should have taken the chowder as an early warning. I told myself, "Not all chowders are created equal," and tried to chalk it up to a more herby, oceanic interpretation. By herby oceanic, I mean the seafood might have been past its prime -- aggressively fishy, over-salted (presumably to disguise the seafood's age), and altogether unpleasant. Still, ever the optimist, I moved on to the clams casino. This dish could have been torn from the pages of The Salty Digest. Bacon slivers crowned the clams, which were swimming in... well, either butter or bacon grease -- it was hard to tell under the mountain of salt. Undeterred and $67 lighter, I pinned my hopes on the Ultimate Newburg. A hearty-looking dish in what appeared to be a lobster bisque-style sauce, finished with a sprinkle of parsley. Surely, surely this would redeem the previous courses? Wrong. Guess the key ingredient? If you said salt, you're today's lucky winner. I will give credit where it's due: the sweet potato casserole was surprisingly good. It was flavorful, properly seasoned (read: not a salt lick), and honestly the best bite of the meal. Overall, while the ambition was visible -- I can see the chef had a vision -- the execution fell completely flat. Instead of creating thoughtful, seafood-forward dishes, they delivered over-salted plates that tasted suspiciously like they might have been past their freshest days. As someone raised in a New England seaport city, I can confidently say that some of the seafood would have been better used as chum to catch fresher fare. Bottom line: the staff is fantastic. The food? Not worth your coin.
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Jay I.

Yelp
I really liked the Nauti Lobstah. The seafood was fresh and the service was prompt. I had both the hot and cold rolls. The sides weren't bad although I didn't care for the sweet potato casserole. I did enjoy the ratatouille. The place is super casual with a medium noise level. The lobstah rollls were claw meat as any proper rolls are. The snow crab legs were seasoned to perfection.
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John C.

Yelp
I wouldn't recommend, especially for the ridiculous prices. It's a small, older place. The food is marginal at best, and definitely not worth the price. The lobster bisque was not appealing visually or taste, and neither was the seafood stew. The lobster itself was good. Service was ok.
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Michael R.

Yelp
First time at the Nauti Lobster and what an amazing experience! Heather our server was very friendly and did a great job for us! We ordered calamari and my wife ordered the lobster bisque and I ordered the fisherman's platter and the food was amazing. The restaurant was small and cozy and relaxing and we can't wait to go back and try more seafood..
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Susan R.

Yelp
My husband and I tried the food at a Yelp event and have wanted to go here. We decided to stop for lunch and we were not disappointed. It's located in Apopka and has street parking and a small parking lot. We were greeted right away and seated. Our waitress Heather acknowledged us immediately and put in our appetizer order of Fried Calamari. The Calamari was by far a 10 out of 10! Cooked perfectly and not greasy. I ordered the Lobster Bisque and a Creamy Espresso Martini. The bisque was delicious and when you order a bowl, it's a large bowl. My husband ordered the Fisherman's Platter with Fried Catfish, Fried Scallops and Fried Shrimp. It was so good and the portion size was huge! His drink was the Golden Old Fashioned, smoked. He gave everything a 10 out of 10. Heather recommended we order the bread pudding for dessert. It comes with a bourbon sauce and whip cream.
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Mary I.

Yelp
Had a great lunch here! I shared a lobster roll with my daughter as well as a shrimp meal. I believe this is the best seafood place in Central Florida! Hostess Faith was delightful in assisting us with our family and kids who joined us.
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Kristin H.

Yelp
My husband and I went on a lunch date to The Nauti Lobstah on a Saturday afternoon. We got there right when they opened and were seated immediately. The atmosphere was quaint and cozy. I ordered a mocktail since I am currently breastfeeding, but lots of the drinks sounded good! I started with the clam chowder which was delicious. For our entrees, I got the lobster BLT (warm), and my husband got the chicken lunch special. Portions were nice sized, and we both brought some leftovers home. We were too stuffed for dessert, but I bet they are good. Our service was great- the waitress we had was nice and continuously checked in on us. We will be back!
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Jerry H.

Yelp
We came here San Diego, after seeing the restaurant featured on YouTube as the best lobster roll in Florida. Yelpers who check in get a free house-made potato chips. They come hot, crispy and delicious with an addicting side sauce. The interior is a warm, old school feel with lots of nostalgic props and decor. We loved it. We ordered the famous 2 lbs of lobster on a 2 foot garlic butter, toasted roll. It was better than we expected. First, the potions are enormous! It was incredible with sweet succulent large pieces of marinated lobster. It was a large diameter sandwich that took two hands to eat. You will not go home hungry or disappointed. BEST LOBSTER ROLL IN USA. Noel was our fantastic waitress who was super friendly and caring. She was so helpful. THIS IS A MUST TRY FOR ANYONE IN ORLANDO AREA!

Richard G.

Yelp
Had the 2' lobster roll and we must say, impressive, tender, fresh, like being on the docks of the Maine coastline. Thanks Richard
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Cynthia S.

Yelp
By far one of my favorite places for seafood! Excellent food, drinks and ambience! The staff is always friends too! Truly my husband and myself enjoy this establishment. Can't wait until we can go again!
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Carol V.

Yelp
Stopped on our way back from out of town. The whole bellied clams and my husband's lobster roll were both excellent, as was his smoked Old Fashioned and my dirty martini. Jonathan provided outstanding service.
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Sharon K.

Yelp
The food and service were second to none!! Best warm lobster roll this side of Key West!!
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Rian L.

Yelp
I went to school in New England and love that part of the country. So to find there is a seafood restaurant serving New England style food was something we had to try. This is a cute place in Apopka which the friendliest staff ever. I can see why they just won "Best Waitstaff" and "Best Chef" in Orlando. We were greeted constantly by every person and they were all helping each other. We opted for the "Secret Menu" which is a 3 course selection starting at $35. We upgraded our appetizers for $5 each and got Fresh Oysters and Fried Calamari. The Oysters were served ice cold with saltines, mignonette and cocktail sauce. They were delicious and huge! The Fried Calamari was a plentiful portion and fried well. We were amazed at getting full portions of appetizers with this special deal. For our entrees we chose the Lobster ($10 up charge) and Lobster BLT. Again both were delicious. Lobster was fresh and easy to get the meat out of served with butter and I got a side of garlic mashed and clam chowder. The BLT could be served hot or cold, we chose hot. It was served with the chef's special recipe potato chips that my husband raved about and brought some home. For dessert we opted for the Strawberry Mouse and the Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie jar. We were very full and could have brought these home, but they were good. The 3 course menu is a great selection and you do not have to pick any up charge items and still have good choices. For example the lobster alone on the menu is $40, so getting the lobster on this three course menu (without up charges) is $45 and you will get an appetizer and a dessert. WOW! We are definitely going to be back as the entire menu looks delicious and we need the little reminder of New England every now and then. Come for both the staff and the food and you won't be disappointed.
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Amanda C.

Yelp
Support local! All employees are fantastic! Food is always yummy! Check their facebook page or website for monthly $35 3 course specials. It's constantly changing. Read my prior reviews for further info and recommendations. You're missing out if you haven't been here yet!!
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Darcy D.

Yelp
This is my third time here, and my second review. You'll find this one to be much like the last because we had another great meal! We brought my boyfriend's grandparents here again because they loved it so much the last time we came. We had the clam cakes as an appetizer, which were surprisingly tasty! Just like a fritter! For dinner we had the cioppino again, and it was just as good as last time! We also tried the burger. The burger had garlic butter buns which was delightful. I got the fried grouper sandwich and let me tell you, this thing was MASSIVE. I must have gotten lucky because even the waitress was surprised with how big it was. And it was fantastic! The outside was crispy. The inside was perfectly done. The garlic butter bun was toasty and good. I had a side of hush puppies (of course they were good) and sweet potato casserole. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the sweet potato casserole wasn't super sweet. We just love this place. The servers are always smiling. The food is consistently yummy. The restaurant is clean and homey. It's a local business.
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Delaney S.

Yelp
After being introduced to this restaurant through an event in March, I've been wanting to visit. Then I see that they are on the Bite30 restaurant list. So, it's a perfect time to visit. I stopped in on a Saturday at lunchtime and were sat right away inside. There was a steady amount of parties entering and exiting, so it was a booming place. The interior gives a nautical feel like you are on a ship. I checked in via the Yelp App and received a free basket of chips with the remoulade sauce, which was very tasty. I did the Bite30 menu, which I chose the house salad, New England Lobster Roll, and the Key Lime Pie. The salad was fresh. The lobster roll had a generous amount of lobster and was sooooo good. One of the best lobster rolls PLUS 2 sides. The hush puppies had a nice crisp outside with a fluffy center and the sweet potato casserole was top tier. Get it. Better than most I've had. The key lime pie was deconstructed in a small mason jar with Graham crackers on the side. Cute presentation and the perfect sweet treat to finish the meal. Service was great. We felt very invited by the staff. The takeout containers were good quality and they brought me out a bag. I will definitely tell all my friends about this place. Thank you for the wonderful experience.
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Arya G.

Yelp
service was amazing! The severs and employees were so nice, and the food was also phenomenal. The lobster was delicious.
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Allison M.

Yelp
It is a bit of a drive from downtown Orlando, but 100 worth it. We came on a Tuesday for their secret menu. Not sure if they will have rotating secret menus, but the one we came for in October/November 2024 was great. Started with the crab stuffed mushrooms (our favorite dish of the night) and the bake ratatouille, so good! Another amazing part is the house wines are Bogo for seven dollars!! For entrées we had the lobster BLT, and the baked salmon with jumbo lump crab. The only complaint was the salmon was really small, but all the crab on top was amazing. We had sides of coleslaw, green beans, mashed potatoes and sweet potato casserole. Our favorites were the green beans and sweet potato casserole. Took our desserts to go and they were absolutely amazing the next day. We will definitely be back to try the chef specialty lobster mac & cheese!
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Bill B.

Yelp
What a wonderful experience. Mouthwatering food, spotless service, everything was perfect right down to the chef checking out table to make sure everything was delicious and it was. Local beers and fresh seafood at affordable prices. The interior reminded me of Maine sea coast & the food was just as fresh as it came off the boat. That's why they are always busy. I highly recommend The Nauti Lobstah.
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Gabriela S.

Yelp
We recently visited Naughty Lobstah, and despite it being a bit of a drive for us, we would absolutely go back. We started with oysters, which were very reasonably priced and had generous portions. The espresso martini was delicious, and the bartender was happy to add Bailey as we requested. The Connecticut lobster rolls were to die for--definitely a highlight of our meal. Overall, Naughty Lobstah is a hidden gem that I highly recommend! (Food was so good we forgot to take photos of all)
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Tye H.

Yelp
Came here for lunch and the staff was pleasant but I have no idea how this place is rated so highly. The booth where we sat smelled like a urinal (sorry) and was sticky, so was the table. We started with stuffed mushrooms, the mushrooms and filling was raw and cold in the middle. I ordered a medium well burger for my kids to share and asked for it to be cut in half, it came medium raw. Maybe if they would have cut it they would've seen. My lobster roll was sad, bland, tasteless. Lobster did not taste fresh and sitting on a bed of lettuce. Weirdest lobster roll I've ever had, and I eat them weekly. My husband got the fried everything platter, tasted all the same. We ordered two cocktails and they were just watered down. We love seafood but cannot recommend this place.

Kim E.

Yelp
Prices are outrageous, definitely not worth it, there are many other seafood restaurants that are a lot better and way less expensive