Nantucket is home to various eateries serving up some of the tastiest seafood around. If you’re in the mood for lobster, there are plenty of restaurants to choose from. Whether you prefer a classic fish market meal or something a bit more upscale, or to savor a lobster dinner or indulge in lobster rolls, you’re sure to find something that suits your taste.  There are plenty of mouth-watering restaurants to choose from.  With so many options, it can take time to decide where to start!

When you’re feeling like treating yourself, you can’t go wrong with a lobster roll. It’s the perfect way to commemorate a beautiful summer day. Check out one of these eateries for a truly unforgettable experience.

167 Raw Nantucket

Located at 167 Hammond Pond Rd resides 167 Raw Nantucket, a fish market that has been satisfying seafood enthusiasts with fresh catches since 1978. Through the years, it has expanded its offerings to include high-quality meats, a distinctive range of wine and beer, premium cheeses, and other gourmet products. You can visit the market for nine months out of the year.

Starting in May 2023, be sure to check out the food truck at 167 Raw for a mouth-watering lobster roll made with mayo, lemon, and buttery brioche. If you’re looking for something fresh and delicious, check out the raw bar on-site. Here you can savor freshly caught oysters, clams, and shrimp cocktails. For the complete menu, visit the website.

CRU

In May 2012, CRU opened its doors and quickly established itself as a go-to culinary experience on Nantucket.

Its waterfront location in the center of the harbor makes for a casually elegant atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else. Satisfy your taste buds with a lobster roll, served warm with lemon butter or chilled with mayonnaise on a toasted brioche.  Alternatively, you can indulge with a glass of champagne, caviar, freshly-shucked oysters, or a glass of rosé to admire the sunset.

Reopening on Thursday, May 11th, 2023, the CRU experience is one not to be missed. For more information, visit their website and explore the unique flavors and experiences that await.

Millie’s Restaurant

Millie’s Restaurant, located at 326 Madaket Rd, is open from May to October and offers coastal cuisine that embraces the joyful spirit of summer. From New England-style lobster rolls to California Baja-style fish tacos, their menu brings the essence of Nantucket’s dock to your table. Enjoy a classic New England lobster roll with 6 ounces of buttered lobster and a toasted brioche roll, Bibb lettuce, and chives.

If you’re looking for a takeout option, try their family platter, which includes eight lobster rolls in the same recipe plus creamy coleslaw and chips. You can also try fish like blackened salmon with mixed summer vegetables, grape tomatoes, cucumber, grilled zucchini, and crumbled goat cheese; this dish is accompanied by a creamy basil vinaigrette, adding a unique and delightful flavor. For more information, see their website for the full menu and to make an online reservation.

Queequeg’s

Queequeg’s can be found at 6 Oak Street in the charming Nantucket Downtown Historic District. This charming eatery is named after the character from Moby Dick and has become a well-known landmark on the island. Although small and quaint, Queequeg offers some of the island’s best lobster rolls and clam chowder. They also pride themselves on using the freshest, seasonal ingredients to create delicious meals. For more information about Queequeg and the menu, check out their website. You won’t regret it!

Sayle’s Seafood

Sayle’s Seafood is a fish market offering a huge selection of fresh and frozen seafood from all over the globe. They specialize in Nantucket Bay Scallops, Nantucket Lobsters, and homemade Clam Chowder. They also offer Fresh Lobster Meat, Salmon, Swordfish, Tuna, Steamers, Mussels, Oysters, and much more.

If you want a delicious, ready-to-eat seafood experience,  enjoy lobster dinners served with Clam Chowder, Corn on the Cob, Steamed Red Potatoes, Coleslaw, Butter, and Lemon. You can choose from portions of 1 ¼ lb., 1 ½ lb., 2 lbs., or 2 ½ lbs. of lobster.

Sayle’s Seafood offers live lobsters and freshly picked lobster meat for those who like to get their seafood straight from the source. They ship, and you can easily order online or by phone.

Straight Wharf Restaurant

Straight Wharf Restaurant, located at 6 Harbor Square, has been part of Nantucket’s harbor for six decades. Offering a unique and nostalgic experience, you can enjoy a delicious lobster roll after a day at the beach.

The restaurant opens every summer season and will be back in May of 2023, offering diners a delightful evening in the dining room between 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm or a pleasant evening in the bar grill between the same hours. If you’d like to look at the menu, you can find it on their website.

Walter’s Deli

If you’re on your way to the ferry and all of a sudden realize you never ate Lobster Rolls, Walter’s is the spot for you. It’s located on 10 Broad Street, and you can savor a lobster roll right after stepping onto the island or take one with you to go. The lobster roll is piled with loads of succulent lobster meat, generously buttered and flavored with mayo and salad. Enjoy a delicious lobster roll in an instant, and make your ferry trip even more memorable!

The Charlie Noble

The Charlie Noble, located at 15 S. Water Street, is a delightful mix of traditional New England cuisine and contemporary flavors. Visit to taste delicious Lobster Quesadilla Cheddar Jack, Corn, Charred Lime, Chipotle Aioli – with chunks of succulent Maine Lobster or Lobster Mac & Cheese with a three cheese sauce.

Also, you can try the House Made Chorizo Stuffies, Golden Fried Whole Belly Clams, Local Bluefish Pate, or Fried Chicken.

The Charlie Noble is open every day from 11:30 am to 1 am, and on Saturdays and Sundays, the brunch is from 11:30 am to 3 pm. You can look at the other foods on the menu here.

Sandbar at Jetties Beach

Sandbar at Jetties Beach is the perfect place to experience a day of summer bliss on Nantucket. With an open-air restaurant and bar, plenty of seating in the sand, and a view of the sound, your day is sure to be filled with pleasant memories.

Feel free to indulge in the delicious raw bar, burgers, and sandwiches, or try the classic lobster roll with lemon mayo, herbs, and buttered brioche roll. If that isn’t enough, you can also opt for the fried or salad lobster dish. Complete your perfect Nantucket summer day with a refreshing cocktail from Sandbar. They will be opening up for the summer season on May 2023.

Now you know the best places to get a lobster roll in Nantucket. If you’re feeling hungry after reading this list, go to Nantucket and try them all to see which is the best. Make it a memorable experience and have the time of your life!