Luke's Lobster Upper East Side

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242 E 81st St
New York, NY 10028
+1 (212) 249-4241
https://www.lukeslobster.com
Luke's lobster is a Maine-style lobster shack featuring traceable, sustainable seafood. The vision of Luke Holden, a Maine native and third generation lobsterman, Luke's Lobster handles every step of the supply chain from ocean to plate to ensure that only exceptionally fresh seafood is served in our shacks. We are best known for our lobster rolls, friendly team and cozy shack atmosphere. Roll on in to try some of the best seafood the UES has to offer!

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4.01,262 reviews
Santiago G.
11/17/2025

Very clean location (we did arrive as they opened). Lobster rolls were delicious! It would have been nice to have the option to have a warm roll but it was still good. Service was friendly.

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David G.
6/27/2025

Luke's Lobster was a great idea over a decade ago--fresh, affordable lobster rolls served in what looked like a shack--but as it spawned a chain of Lukes, the quality started to dip. The last...

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Phil H.
5/23/2025

Had a hankering for a Lobster Roll. Since I was on the Upper East Side, I dropped into Luke's at about 2:30. Ordered a roll, small Lobster Bisque and a Natalie's lemonade to wash it all down....

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Nichole L.
5/15/2025

Got a lobster flight while in NYC and loved it! Chef's kiss! Also, all the employees gave this mom and pop shop a chill feel. I really enjoyed the vibe. S/o to Alifia who took our order. She...

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Monique H.
8/11/2025

Prompt courteous service fresh lobster claws and rolls were on point. Cute little spot right off a main road would be perfect at City Island with the water effects in the background. The gentleman...

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