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The Lobster Pool

Seafood restaurant · $20 to $30 ·

329 Granite St, Rockport, MA 01966, United States

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The Lobster Pool

About The Lobster Pool

Introducing The Lobster Pool Restaurant is easy because it feels less like talking up a spot and more like sharing a personal favorite with a friend. Known locally as The Lobster Pool, this seafood restaurant sits right at 329 Granite St in Rockport, Massachusetts, where the salty air and coastal energy immediately set the tone. From the moment you arrive, the place gives off that relaxed, no-frills seaside vibe that makes you want to slow down and enjoy good food without overthinking it. The Lobster Pool is the kind of spot where fresh seafood takes center stage, and everything else simply supports that experience. Whether you’re stopping in for a quick bite or planning to settle in for a casual meal, the atmosphere stays welcoming and unpretentious. Outdoor seating is a big draw, especially on warm days when eating seafood just tastes better with an ocean breeze nearby. At the same time, practical service options like kerbside pickup, takeaway, and delivery make it easy to enjoy the food on your own terms, which honestly feels like the best of both worlds. The menu leans heavily into comfort food with a coastal twist, offering seafood classics that feel familiar yet satisfying every time. Pairing those dishes with a cold beer or another alcoholic option adds to the laid-back charm, especially if you’re dining in and letting the moment stretch a bit. What really stands out about The Lobster Pool is how effortlessly it fits into different plans-casual lunches, relaxed dinners, or spontaneous stops when you’re craving seafood done right. Nothing here feels rushed or overproduced, and that’s exactly the appeal. It’s a place where the focus stays on fresh flavors, simple service, and an easygoing seafood experience that feels authentic, approachable, and consistently enjoyable without trying too hard to impress.

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Prices and dish names are transcribed from the restaurant's printed menu, photographed in August 2026 and reproduced on the menu page. Hours, address and service options come from the restaurant's public business profile. An editor confirmed the restaurant was trading on 4 September 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.

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Business info

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Kerbside pickup
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Comfort food
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Opening hours

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday Closed
  • Wednesday Closed
  • Thursday Closed
  • Friday 11:30 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:30 AM - 06:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

Hours can change on public holidays. Call ahead if you are making a special trip.

Location

329 Granite St, Rockport, MA 01966, United States

Diner notes

4.3 4.3 out of 5 · 1169 notes
  • 5 stars 761
  • 4 stars 262
  • 3 stars 105
  • 2 stars 46
  • 1 stars 56
5 out of 5
Went for lunch. Your typical lobster shack. I don't mean to sound derogatory. There are great lobster shack's out there. Right on the water, easy parking right out front during off season. The chowder was delicious fair amount of clams and potatotes. The broth was creamy and had a very good flavor...hint of garlic possibly. The lobster roll was Maine style, grilled New England style hot dog roll and had a good amount of lobster. Wifey had tthe clam strip roll....wow, what a mountain of clam strips! Both the lobster and clam roll came with fries. Oh, they make their own delicious tarter sauce. Can't say I've ever had tarter sauce that tasted quite like this. Plenty of seating inside and out.
BS B. Smith Ate here , 17:00 am
4 out of 5
We arrived with the expectation of enjoying lobster rolls, but they were depleted by 1:30pm. Instead, we chose the crab roll and clam chowder, which were palatable. The restaurant exuded New England charm, and its waterfront location with a view of the bay was picturesque. While it did not exceed expectations, the establishment was endearing and served tasty food.
EA Ewelina Alvarado Ate here , 17:00 am
5 out of 5
I love an old roadside restaurant. The Lobster Pool did not disappoint. Had the lobster roll and the lobster bisque, both very good. Great views dining outside. Scenic drive on the way there. Right next door to Halibut Point State Park which is also worth visiting.
KS kate smith Ate here , 17:00 am

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