I was out on Rainey Street and since our group was hungry we decided to duck into the food truck park instead of finding a brick and mortar that everyone could reach consensus on. After walking around I decided on The Happy Lobster because I thought it was the best option and seeing it gave me a taste for lobster. I ended up not only getting the lobster roll but the lobster mac and cheese bites to bring back to my group. The roll itself was pretty good-the lobster was meaty and obviously with Texas being landlocked it didn't have the briny, freshness that you'd get from New England. The lobster mac and cheese balls was on the smaller side, but battered well and piping hot. I ended up eating another and liked it. If I were to go back to Rainey and was hungry I'd probably eat here, but that's a pretty big if.
Will Cohen
This place is not there anymore. Havent seen it on Rainey in months.
J B
Loved the lobster grilled cheese! Took about 10 minutes to prepare and was worth it.
They are never open when they say they are, now the food is good. You can check the times and it will say open even though they aren't, imagine how frustrating it is to constantly come to a restaurant when they say their open, the hours they have posted and it's not open each time you come. If your not going to be open when you say then you need to change the times!
Shannon
I used to visit Austin in college just to eat here.
Cecilia Hayes
The Happy Lobster Truck exceeded my expectations. It was delicious and the best part was not having to pay $$$$ for a tiny piece of meat. I def recommend this spot. There are also other food trucks in the same area (we didn’t get to try) and plenty of live music and street entertainment all around.
Got the lobster grilled cheese and onion rings. Friendly and fast service. Grilled cheese was very hearty and filling! Found the onion rings to be a bit more oil, but loved their spicy cheesy sauce! Would definitely come back to try other items on their menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Grilled Cheese
Jingwei K.
Happy Lobster Truck is located right on Rainey Street in the small enclave of food trucks. Landlocked Austin isn't exactly where I'd expect to find a great lobster roll, but that made this stick out from the pizza and quesadillas from the neighboring trucks.Wow, was I pleasantly surprised by how good this was. There were generous chunks of lobster claw and tail meat, sandwiched by perfectly buttered and toasted buns. I love that the lobster is held securely by the brioche hamburger buns, rather than overflowing from a hot dog bun cut length-wise . That said, I still managed to drop a whole piece of claw the first time I had it, probably losing around $3 right there. Overall, a great place to get a fresh lobster roll if you can't make it out to New England, and much more fairly priced than other lobster rolls I've had.
Juni Arreola
Tried stopping here on the way back home on a road trip. Paid $35 parking fee and they weren't even open when their hours clearly stated they would be. No signs or anything indicating they'd be closed either. Was able to enjoy lobster rolls at a shop nearby, thankfully.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
Farrah J.
This place is amazing the Angry lobster sandwich is a must try. I've never had lobster just melt in your mouth like this. The perfect combination with the brioche bun. It came highly recommended and it was definitely spot on. I feel like I have to revisit before the end of my weekend trip.
If you're in the mood for some seafood in Austin, The Happy Lobster Truck should definitely be on your list of food trucks to visit. Located in the Rainey Street Food Truck Lot in the Rainey Street Historic District, this food truck offers some of the best lobster rolls you'll ever have.When my friends and I arrived at the food truck lot, we were immediately drawn to The Happy Lobster Truck. The truck hadn't opened yet, but we were lucky enough to be there early, and we couldn't wait to try their lobster rolls. We ordered a regular-sized Happy Lobster Roll to share, and we were already salivating just thinking about it.As soon as we took our first bite, we knew we had made the right choice. The lobster was fresh and flavorful, and the bun was toasted to perfection with a generous amount of butter. It was crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, making it the perfect vessel for the succulent lobster meat.What surprised us most was how amazing the lobster tasted, considering we were so far from Maine. It was definitely a pleasant surprise, and we couldn't have asked for more. The roll was not too heavy and it was a perfect balance of flavors.Overall, The Happy Lobster Truck is a must-visit food truck in Austin. Their lobster rolls are out of this world, and we were blown away by the quality of the seafood. If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, you won't be disappointed with The Happy Lobster Truck. We highly recommend it!
Benjamin Adams
If you're a seafood lover like me, then the Happy Lobster Food Truck is a must-visit. I recently tried their Angry Lobster Roll, and it was an explosion of flavors in my mouth!The first thing that struck me was the spiciness of the lobster. It had a perfect amount of heat that gave it an extra kick, without overwhelming the delicate taste of the lobster meat. The lobster was tender and juicy, and I could tell it was fresh and of high quality.The seasoning and spices used in the Angry Lobster Roll were spot on. The combination of spices added a depth of flavor that left my taste buds dancing with joy. It had just the right amount of saltiness and tanginess, which complemented the lobster beautifully.The only disappointment was that the roll was served on a traditional hamburger bun instead of a classic lobster roll bun. While the bun was fresh and soft, I was hoping for the authentic experience of a buttered and toasted lobster roll bun, which would have elevated the dish to perfection.Despite that small hiccup, the overall experience at the Happy Lobster Food Truck was fantastic. The service was friendly and efficient, and the prices were reasonable for the quality and portion size. The food truck ambiance added to the fun and casual dining experience.If you're a fan of spicy seafood and are looking for a delicious lobster roll, the Angry Lobster Roll at the Happy Lobster Food Truck is a must-try. Just be prepared for a slight departure from the traditional lobster roll bun. I will definitely be back to try more of their mouthwatering seafood offerings!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Angry Lobster
Michael Roberts (Mike)
The only food truck I frequent on Rainey. Pricey but worth it. Keep it up guys!
Andrew H.
If you're in the mood for some seafood in Austin, The Happy Lobster Truck should definitely be on your list of food trucks to visit. Located in the Rainey Street Food Truck Lot in the Rainey Street Historic District, this food truck offers some of the best lobster rolls you'll ever have.When my friends and I arrived at the food truck lot, we were immediately drawn to The Happy Lobster Truck. The truck hadn't opened yet, but we were lucky enough to be there early, and we couldn't wait to try their lobster rolls. We ordered a regular-sized Happy Lobster Roll to share, and we were already salivating just thinking about it.As soon as we took our first bite, we knew we had made the right choice. The lobster was fresh and flavorful, and the bun was toasted to perfection with a generous amount of butter. It was crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, making it the perfect vessel for the succulent lobster meat.What surprised us most was how amazing the lobster tasted, considering we were so far from Maine. It was definitely a pleasant surprise, and we couldn't have asked for more. The roll was not too heavy and it was a perfect balance of flavors.Overall, The Happy Lobster Truck is a must-visit food truck in Austin. Their lobster rolls are out of this world, and we were blown away by the quality of the seafood. If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, you won't be disappointed with The Happy Lobster Truck. We highly recommend it!
Lex Leosis
I was in town for SXSW playing some shows and we stopped off to grab some food at Happy Lobster Truck and let me tell you...THE MOST AMAZING MEAL EVER! I legit had to go back after eating to tell them. The lobster was so fresh, the bun was buttery and toasted to perfection and the fries were seasoned to perfection. I'm still thinking about this meal almost a week later! Thank you so much. I will 100% be back next time I'm in Austin!
I was out on Rainey Street and since our group was hungry we decided to duck into the food truck park instead of finding a brick and mortar that everyone could reach consensus on. After walking around I decided on The Happy Lobster because I thought it was the best option and seeing it gave me a taste for lobster. I ended up not only getting the lobster roll but the lobster mac and cheese bites to bring back to my group. The roll itself was pretty good-the lobster was meaty and obviously with Texas being landlocked it didn't have the briny, freshness that you'd get from New England. The lobster mac and cheese balls was on the smaller side, but battered well and piping hot. I ended up eating another and liked it. If I were to go back to Rainey and was hungry I'd probably eat here, but that's a pretty big if.
This place is not there anymore. Havent seen it on Rainey in months.
Loved the lobster grilled cheese! Took about 10 minutes to prepare and was worth it.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Roll, Lobster Grilled Cheese
They are never open when they say they are, now the food is good. You can check the times and it will say open even though they aren't, imagine how frustrating it is to constantly come to a restaurant when they say their open, the hours they have posted and it's not open each time you come. If your not going to be open when you say then you need to change the times!
I used to visit Austin in college just to eat here.
The Happy Lobster Truck exceeded my expectations. It was delicious and the best part was not having to pay $$$$ for a tiny piece of meat. I def recommend this spot. There are also other food trucks in the same area (we didn’t get to try) and plenty of live music and street entertainment all around.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Happy Lobster, Lobster Grilled Cheese
Got the lobster grilled cheese and onion rings. Friendly and fast service. Grilled cheese was very hearty and filling! Found the onion rings to be a bit more oil, but loved their spicy cheesy sauce! Would definitely come back to try other items on their menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Grilled Cheese
Happy Lobster Truck is located right on Rainey Street in the small enclave of food trucks. Landlocked Austin isn't exactly where I'd expect to find a great lobster roll, but that made this stick out from the pizza and quesadillas from the neighboring trucks.Wow, was I pleasantly surprised by how good this was. There were generous chunks of lobster claw and tail meat, sandwiched by perfectly buttered and toasted buns. I love that the lobster is held securely by the brioche hamburger buns, rather than overflowing from a hot dog bun cut length-wise . That said, I still managed to drop a whole piece of claw the first time I had it, probably losing around $3 right there. Overall, a great place to get a fresh lobster roll if you can't make it out to New England, and much more fairly priced than other lobster rolls I've had.
Tried stopping here on the way back home on a road trip. Paid $35 parking fee and they weren't even open when their hours clearly stated they would be. No signs or anything indicating they'd be closed either. Was able to enjoy lobster rolls at a shop nearby, thankfully.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 1
This place is amazing the Angry lobster sandwich is a must try. I've never had lobster just melt in your mouth like this. The perfect combination with the brioche bun. It came highly recommended and it was definitely spot on. I feel like I have to revisit before the end of my weekend trip.
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If you're in the mood for some seafood in Austin, The Happy Lobster Truck should definitely be on your list of food trucks to visit. Located in the Rainey Street Food Truck Lot in the Rainey Street Historic District, this food truck offers some of the best lobster rolls you'll ever have.When my friends and I arrived at the food truck lot, we were immediately drawn to The Happy Lobster Truck. The truck hadn't opened yet, but we were lucky enough to be there early, and we couldn't wait to try their lobster rolls. We ordered a regular-sized Happy Lobster Roll to share, and we were already salivating just thinking about it.As soon as we took our first bite, we knew we had made the right choice. The lobster was fresh and flavorful, and the bun was toasted to perfection with a generous amount of butter. It was crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, making it the perfect vessel for the succulent lobster meat.What surprised us most was how amazing the lobster tasted, considering we were so far from Maine. It was definitely a pleasant surprise, and we couldn't have asked for more. The roll was not too heavy and it was a perfect balance of flavors.Overall, The Happy Lobster Truck is a must-visit food truck in Austin. Their lobster rolls are out of this world, and we were blown away by the quality of the seafood. If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, you won't be disappointed with The Happy Lobster Truck. We highly recommend it!
If you're a seafood lover like me, then the Happy Lobster Food Truck is a must-visit. I recently tried their Angry Lobster Roll, and it was an explosion of flavors in my mouth!The first thing that struck me was the spiciness of the lobster. It had a perfect amount of heat that gave it an extra kick, without overwhelming the delicate taste of the lobster meat. The lobster was tender and juicy, and I could tell it was fresh and of high quality.The seasoning and spices used in the Angry Lobster Roll were spot on. The combination of spices added a depth of flavor that left my taste buds dancing with joy. It had just the right amount of saltiness and tanginess, which complemented the lobster beautifully.The only disappointment was that the roll was served on a traditional hamburger bun instead of a classic lobster roll bun. While the bun was fresh and soft, I was hoping for the authentic experience of a buttered and toasted lobster roll bun, which would have elevated the dish to perfection.Despite that small hiccup, the overall experience at the Happy Lobster Food Truck was fantastic. The service was friendly and efficient, and the prices were reasonable for the quality and portion size. The food truck ambiance added to the fun and casual dining experience.If you're a fan of spicy seafood and are looking for a delicious lobster roll, the Angry Lobster Roll at the Happy Lobster Food Truck is a must-try. Just be prepared for a slight departure from the traditional lobster roll bun. I will definitely be back to try more of their mouthwatering seafood offerings!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Angry Lobster
The only food truck I frequent on Rainey. Pricey but worth it. Keep it up guys!
If you're in the mood for some seafood in Austin, The Happy Lobster Truck should definitely be on your list of food trucks to visit. Located in the Rainey Street Food Truck Lot in the Rainey Street Historic District, this food truck offers some of the best lobster rolls you'll ever have.When my friends and I arrived at the food truck lot, we were immediately drawn to The Happy Lobster Truck. The truck hadn't opened yet, but we were lucky enough to be there early, and we couldn't wait to try their lobster rolls. We ordered a regular-sized Happy Lobster Roll to share, and we were already salivating just thinking about it.As soon as we took our first bite, we knew we had made the right choice. The lobster was fresh and flavorful, and the bun was toasted to perfection with a generous amount of butter. It was crispy on the edges and soft in the middle, making it the perfect vessel for the succulent lobster meat.What surprised us most was how amazing the lobster tasted, considering we were so far from Maine. It was definitely a pleasant surprise, and we couldn't have asked for more. The roll was not too heavy and it was a perfect balance of flavors.Overall, The Happy Lobster Truck is a must-visit food truck in Austin. Their lobster rolls are out of this world, and we were blown away by the quality of the seafood. If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal, you won't be disappointed with The Happy Lobster Truck. We highly recommend it!
I was in town for SXSW playing some shows and we stopped off to grab some food at Happy Lobster Truck and let me tell you...THE MOST AMAZING MEAL EVER! I legit had to go back after eating to tell them. The lobster was so fresh, the bun was buttery and toasted to perfection and the fries were seasoned to perfection. I'm still thinking about this meal almost a week later! Thank you so much. I will 100% be back next time I'm in Austin!