This summer staple may be on nearly every menu across the North Fork, but here’s where we’re going when we order ours.
Jerry & The Mermaid, Riverhead
There is nothing quite like eating a classic lobster roll while enjoying a summer day sitting by the water. The roll is abundant with fresh-picked lobster meat, celery, a touch of mayo, and hint of secret spices layed atop a toasted brioche bun and sprinkled with green leaf and pea shoots. Jerry & The Mermaid serves their roll with waffle fries, cole slaw, and a juicy pickle. 469 E Main St, Riverhead.
PORT Waterfront Bar & Grill, Greenport
Citrus is the star of the show for this lobster roll. The large lump lobster meat is mixed with a sharp citrus aioli with fresh herbs, munch on this roll as you watch the sunset at PORT Waterfront Bar & Grill. 104 3rd St, Greenport.
North Fork Table & Inn Food Truck, Southold
The food truck by North Fork Table & Inn does it right with a sprinkle of fennel-sea salt that makes the ordinary extraordinary. Dine on-site in the garden or take it to go. 57225 Main Road, Southold.
Love Lane Kitchen, Mattituck
Love Lane Kitchen serves up a genuinely classic lobster roll with meaty lobster the perfect amount of mayo and no fillers in an unfussed, homey setting. Enjoy it on their new back porch. 240 Love Lane, Mattituck.
Southold Fish Market, Southold
Is it even summer if you don’t eat at Southold Fish Market? While every item on their menu is a home run, the lobster roll is a picture-perfect dish. 64755 NY-25, Southold.
Braun Seafood Co., Cutchogue
Are you heading to the beach or a boat? Braun Seafood Co. in Cutchogue is an excellent option for a lobster roll on the go. 30840 Main Road, Cutchogue.
Little Fish, Southold
Served on a freshly baked croissant, the lobster roll at Little Fish is a simple yet elevated take on the classic sandwich. On the side is coleslaw and Old Bay-seasoned potato chips for plenty of crunch. 50 N Sea Dr, Southold.
Barrow Food House, Aquebogue
Sometimes a lobster roll can leave you underwhelmed. You don’t have to worry about that when ordering one at Barrow Food House. This hefty lobster roll is more than satisfying. 452 Main Road, Aquebogue.