A lot of crab and a decent-sized lobster, but definitely not worth the $70. The drink menu was terrible, sides were minimal, and both the crab and lobster had zero flavor. Honestly, it was the nastiest seafood I’ve ever had in any country. The staff were super nice and the location is good, but I should have gone with my first choice—Asian Bistro. I had the 6 oz, and even that was disappointing. Maybe make the bun longer or something, because without the bread the food was even worse.
Nice place and great staff, but the food was horrible....would give 1 star if nt for staff
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
Austin Chang
My lobster roll was expensive but fresh. The meat itself wasn't the most flavorful I've had but it was pretty good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Gino Zarro
Lukes is my go to Lobster roll in Maine and this one is just like original location.Go if you haven't already been.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Xiaoli Mao
Try the trio if you can’t decide.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
jeanne wise
Tried the seafood trio. It was delicious. I would come back.
NICK MENNELL
After hearing so much buzz about Luke's Lobster, I made a special trip to their Bethesda location with high expectations. Unfortunately, my experience fell somewhere in the middle range - not terrible, but certainly not worth the hype or price point.
I ordered their signature lobster roll meal, which comes at a premium price that had me anticipating something truly exceptional. While the lobster meat was fresh, the portion size was surprisingly modest given what I paid. The roll itself was properly buttered and toasted, but the overall flavor profile was rather one-dimensional and lacked the wow factor I was hoping for.
The service was efficient if not particularly memorable, and the atmosphere was pleasant enough. However, I couldn't shake the feeling of being underwhelmed throughout my meal. For the significant price point, I expected a more generous portion and more complex flavors that would justify the cost.
Luke's Lobster isn't bad by any means - it's just not the extraordinary seafood experience their reputation and prices suggest. If you're curious, by all means give it a try, but manage your expectations and be prepared for a decent, albeit overpriced, meal rather than a mind-blowing culinary adventure.
Carolyn Frank
On Canadian Lobster Day showed up wearing matching denim and scored an amazing lobster roll for free. Definitely worth paying for, the lobster roll was fresh made to order and overfilled the roll with identifiable chunks of lobster claw meat. The lobster was perfectly cooked and tasty.
Charles Ragan
Luke’s Lobster is expensive but worth it if you have the money. Fast and friendly.
Xinyin Chen
Though it’s a bit pricey but the quality of the lobster is amazing. This is the best lobster roll I’ve had in the area !
natasha saje
Beware! The manager at this location not only did not pay attention to my take out order but when I got home I saw it had hair on it. Efforts to get the company to issue a refund have been unsuccessful.
Loved the lobster flight. So delicious. The Blueberry soda was great!
Wheelchair accessibility: Outdoor seating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Flight
Aparna J. Pooleri
Highly recommend “The Mainer” — a 6 oz lobster roll (add spicy honey butter, trust me), clam chowder, chips, and a drink. We loved it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Roll and Clam Chowder
Kim DeFiori
Best lobster roll I’ve ever had. Great customer service and outside seating is nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Roll, Roll, Lobster Roll Flight, Shrimp Roll
Anthony Patrick Mc Clurg
Very tasty sandwich, we got the $26 warm lobster roll and it was well served and delicious. Not super greasy like other places and came with chips and drink!! We will come back for sure!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Strout
Great rolls, crab roll was the best out of the three that come in the flight.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Seafood Flight, Crab Roll, Roll
A lot of crab and a decent-sized lobster, but definitely not worth the $70. The drink menu was terrible, sides were minimal, and both the crab and lobster had zero flavor. Honestly, it was the nastiest seafood I’ve ever had in any country.
The staff were super nice and the location is good, but I should have gone with my first choice—Asian Bistro. I had the 6 oz, and even that was disappointing. Maybe make the bun longer or something, because without the bread the food was even worse.
Nice place and great staff, but the food was horrible....would give 1 star if nt for staff
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 5
My lobster roll was expensive but fresh. The meat itself wasn't the most flavorful I've had but it was pretty good
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Lukes is my go to Lobster roll in Maine and this one is just like original location.Go if you haven't already been.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Try the trio if you can’t decide.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tried the seafood trio. It was delicious. I would come back.
After hearing so much buzz about Luke's Lobster, I made a special trip to their Bethesda location with high expectations. Unfortunately, my experience fell somewhere in the middle range - not terrible, but certainly not worth the hype or price point.
I ordered their signature lobster roll meal, which comes at a premium price that had me anticipating something truly exceptional. While the lobster meat was fresh, the portion size was surprisingly modest given what I paid. The roll itself was properly buttered and toasted, but the overall flavor profile was rather one-dimensional and lacked the wow factor I was hoping for.
The service was efficient if not particularly memorable, and the atmosphere was pleasant enough. However, I couldn't shake the feeling of being underwhelmed throughout my meal. For the significant price point, I expected a more generous portion and more complex flavors that would justify the cost.
Luke's Lobster isn't bad by any means - it's just not the extraordinary seafood experience their reputation and prices suggest. If you're curious, by all means give it a try, but manage your expectations and be prepared for a decent, albeit overpriced, meal rather than a mind-blowing culinary adventure.
On Canadian Lobster Day showed up wearing matching denim and scored an amazing lobster roll for free. Definitely worth paying for, the lobster roll was fresh made to order and overfilled the roll with identifiable chunks of lobster claw meat. The lobster was perfectly cooked and tasty.
Luke’s Lobster is expensive but worth it if you have the money. Fast and friendly.
Though it’s a bit pricey but the quality of the lobster is amazing. This is the best lobster roll I’ve had in the area !
Beware! The manager at this location not only did not pay attention to my take out order but when I got home I saw it had hair on it. Efforts to get the company to issue a refund have been unsuccessful.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Loved the lobster flight. So delicious. The Blueberry soda was great!
Wheelchair accessibility: Outdoor seating.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Seafood Flight
Highly recommend “The Mainer” — a 6 oz lobster roll (add spicy honey butter, trust me), clam chowder, chips, and a drink. We loved it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Roll and Clam Chowder
Best lobster roll I’ve ever had. Great customer service and outside seating is nice
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Roll, Roll, Lobster Roll Flight, Shrimp Roll
Very tasty sandwich, we got the $26 warm lobster roll and it was well served and delicious. Not super greasy like other places and came with chips and drink!! We will come back for sure!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great rolls, crab roll was the best out of the three that come in the flight.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Seafood Flight, Crab Roll, Roll
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