The Best Lobster Rolls in the Hamptons
Whether you’re team hot butter or mayo, the Hamptons is home to some of the most iconic lobster rolls on the East Coast. This 2025 guide rounds up the best spots to grab one – from roadside shacks to waterfront decks – so you never have to settle for a subpar roll.
Bostwick’s Chowder House – East Hampton
- Why Go: Always consistent, super fresh seafood in a no-fuss setting
- Must Order: Hot Buttered Lobster Roll
- Vibe: Come-as-you-are classic
- Location: 277 Pantigo Rd, East Hampton, NY
Gosman’s Dock – Montuak
- Why Go: Lobster rolls with harbor views and breezy patio seating
- Must Order: Lobster Roll + a frozen drink
- Vibe: Nautical, family-friendly
- Location: 500 W Lake Dr, Montauk, NY
Duryea’s Lobster Deck – Montuak
- Why Go: It’s iconic. The view, the rosé, the lobster Cobb salad – but don’t skip the classic lobster roll either.
- Must Order: Lobster Roll with shoestring fries
- Vibe: Waterfront, casual-luxe
- Location: 65 Tuthill Rd, Montauk, NY
Lunch / The Lobster Roll – Amagansett
- Why Go: You’ve seen it on The Affair – and it lives up to the hype.
- Must Order: Classic Lobster Roll (hot or cold)
- Vibe: Retro roadside charm
- Location: 1980 Montauk Hwy, Amagansett, NY
The Clam Bar – Napeague
- Why Go: Roadside seafood shack with major summer energy
- Must Order: Hot Lobster Roll poached in garlic butter
- Vibe: Outdoor picnic tables, super casual
- Location: 2025 Montauk Hwy, Amagansett, NY
Canal Café – Hampton Bays
- Why Go: A lesser-known gem on the Shinnecock Canal
- Must Order: Lobster Roll with a side of their sweet potato fries
- Vibe: Hidden gem, chill local scene
- Location: 44 Newtown Rd, Hampton Bays, NY
The Lobster Inn – Southampton
- Why Go: Great classic spot if you’re closer to town
- Must Order: Maine-Style Lobster Roll
- Vibe: Old-school casual dining
- Location: 5 Inlet Rd W, Southampton, NY
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Lobster Roll FAQs
A hot lobster roll is typically served with warm, buttered lobster on a toasted bun. A cold lobster roll is usually mixed with mayo and served chilled.
Late spring through early fall is peak lobster roll season, when most seafood spots are open and the lobster is fresh.
Most lobster roll spots are casual, first-come-first-served, especially roadside shacks. For popular restaurants like Duryea’s, you’ll want to reserve in advance. Bostwick’s is a spot you might have to wait for a table, but it moves quickly and there is a bar if you want to grab a drink.
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