In Boston for a few days on business and this spot was a top rec, but hard to get to given the limited service hours. Finally made it on a random weekday afternoon. There was a line of 20+ out the door. I considered that a good sign.
Service went fast and I was able to order a crab cake and some of the lobster bisque. That crab cake was mouthwatering kinds of good. Would love a few more! The bisque was also super delicious, though no large chunks of lobster were present. In a competitive lobster environment, perhaps I was a little picky.
Anyway, prices were really fair and food came out quickly. Getting a seat was a little challenge given how busy it was. Just be warned most options are outside and uncovered. On a beautiful fall day, it was amazing.
The food here is amazing! We shared a large lobster roll and a crab cakes. The crab cakes was the best I have ever had. Loved the local IPAs. There isn't really much to the atmosphere during the day. They did have music but really it was just traffic and honking horns that you can hear. No indoor bathroom!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter, Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Luke Cardy
The warm lobster roll was absolutely delicious, especially dipped in the butter. The clam chowder was great with the little crackers (enough to share between 2).
The jumbo lump crab cake was probably my favourite. Lots of old bay seasoning, lots of crab and a nice crisp coating. Very good!
The tools to eat the whole lobster weren’t ideal (would ideally be given better tools and a different plate) but it tasted really good.
The service was quite slow to order (we were there on a weekday lunch hour which might explain it). But once we ordered we got our food fairly quickly.
The seating outside could be a bit better and we had to try multiple times to find napkins. Also there was only 1 bathroom (a portable toilet outside) which isn’t ideal either.
Also you have to queue outside when a third of the restaurant is taken up by an office which seems like a wasted space.
Overall a good experience but could be better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter, Clam Chowder, Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Aaron Burgin
Such amazing seafood, lobsta rolls were fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Mayo
Camila Kairuz
I ordered the regular lobster with butter. It's pretty small, it's just bread with lobster and butter. The lobster is unseasoned and since the bread is so small, there are quite a few bites that are simple. We stood in line for 15 minutes and the seating space was not comfortable. It is also quite expensive for (1) the quality and (2) the portion. I wouldn't go back
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
Kevin Thomas
If you're looking for a legit lobster roll and clam chowder without the frills, this is the place to hit. A bit of a divey experience--they basically have a food truck and a little indoor trailer for food and bottled drinks. Outdoor seating that gets taken up quick when it's nice outside. But the food is excellent, so worth the stop.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter, Clam Chowder
Karine lolo
Working for an airline, I go there very often and what we eat is always good quality and it’s always fresh. I love this atmosphere on the go outside with always lots of people The service is fast
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sanjay Asthana
Fresh meat. Well made sandwiches
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Goldman
First time having a lobster roll, and unfortunately this place was a disappointment. The lobster was extremely chewy and tough, and when I inquired about it, the team there said that was normal. I find that very hard to believe. For a $40 sandwich, this should have tasted better. Couldn’t even chew through it, had to toss it.
The bun was dry, straight out of a bag…. No toasty buttery bun. There are many other places that offer the same thing that looked much more tasty. I do not recommend this establishment.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Elizabeth A
Super yummy! The lobster and crab rolls were so good! The lobster bisque was good too, but wasn’t the star of the show. We have been here several times over the past two years and love it!
Buttery, whole fresh lobster meats on warm bun! Their house draft beer and coleslaw (highly recommend) paired so wonderfully with the lobster roll. I loved the vibrant atmosphere at the patio and enjoyed looking at the live shellfish and various seafood in the tank while waiting to order. Usually these “known” places can be a bit disappointing and underwhelming but James Hook was well worth the hype!
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter
And this place takes the cake for me.
In Boston for a few days on business and this spot was a top rec, but hard to get to given the limited service hours. Finally made it on a random weekday afternoon. There was a line of 20+ out the door. I considered that a good sign.
Service went fast and I was able to order a crab cake and some of the lobster bisque. That crab cake was mouthwatering kinds of good. Would love a few more! The bisque was also super delicious, though no large chunks of lobster were present. In a competitive lobster environment, perhaps I was a little picky.
Anyway, prices were really fair and food came out quickly. Getting a seat was a little challenge given how busy it was. Just be warned most options are outside and uncovered. On a beautiful fall day, it was amazing.
Overall, would recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
The food here is amazing! We shared a large lobster roll and a crab cakes. The crab cakes was the best I have ever had. Loved the local IPAs. There isn't really much to the atmosphere during the day. They did have music but really it was just traffic and honking horns that you can hear. No indoor bathroom!!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter, Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
The warm lobster roll was absolutely delicious, especially dipped in the butter. The clam chowder was great with the little crackers (enough to share between 2).
The jumbo lump crab cake was probably my favourite. Lots of old bay seasoning, lots of crab and a nice crisp coating. Very good!
The tools to eat the whole lobster weren’t ideal (would ideally be given better tools and a different plate) but it tasted really good.
The service was quite slow to order (we were there on a weekday lunch hour which might explain it). But once we ordered we got our food fairly quickly.
The seating outside could be a bit better and we had to try multiple times to find napkins. Also there was only 1 bathroom (a portable toilet outside) which isn’t ideal either.
Also you have to queue outside when a third of the restaurant is taken up by an office which seems like a wasted space.
Overall a good experience but could be better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter, Clam Chowder, Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Such amazing seafood, lobsta rolls were fantastic!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Mayo
I ordered the regular lobster with butter. It's pretty small, it's just bread with lobster and butter. The lobster is unseasoned and since the bread is so small, there are quite a few bites that are simple. We stood in line for 15 minutes and the seating space was not comfortable. It is also quite expensive for (1) the quality and (2) the portion. I wouldn't go back
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 5
If you're looking for a legit lobster roll and clam chowder without the frills, this is the place to hit. A bit of a divey experience--they basically have a food truck and a little indoor trailer for food and bottled drinks. Outdoor seating that gets taken up quick when it's nice outside. But the food is excellent, so worth the stop.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter, Clam Chowder
Working for an airline, I go there very often and what we eat is always good quality and it’s always fresh.
I love this atmosphere on the go outside with always lots of people
The service is fast
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fresh meat. Well made sandwiches
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time having a lobster roll, and unfortunately this place was a disappointment. The lobster was extremely chewy and tough, and when I inquired about it, the team there said that was normal. I find that very hard to believe. For a $40 sandwich, this should have tasted better. Couldn’t even chew through it, had to toss it.
The bun was dry, straight out of a bag…. No toasty buttery bun. There are many other places that offer the same thing that looked much more tasty. I do not recommend this establishment.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Super yummy! The lobster and crab rolls were so good! The lobster bisque was good too, but wasn’t the star of the show. We have been here several times over the past two years and love it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
OMG!!!!
Where do I start. you could taste the freshness of the lobster. I highly recommend this little spot..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter
Nice place to eat if you want fresh seafood, only place downtown Boston to get live lobsters
Delivery of Live Lobsters,Clam Chowder and Crab cakes from Massachusetts to Florida
Very Accommodating great products This is
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Clam Chowder, Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
The food is very delicious.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Buttery, whole fresh lobster meats on warm bun! Their house draft beer and coleslaw (highly recommend) paired so wonderfully with the lobster roll. I loved the vibrant atmosphere at the patio and enjoyed looking at the live shellfish and various seafood in the tank while waiting to order. Usually these “known” places can be a bit disappointing and underwhelming but James Hook was well worth the hype!
Recommended dishes: Large Lobster Roll with Butter
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