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The Lobster House


3.5 of 5 stars 107 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Seafood

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1 of 5 stars
newjersey24   4 contributions
New Jersey
Nov 29, 2009

We were very excited to see that there were a lot of people in the restaurant and couldn't wait to taste the food. We were extremely disappointed when we got some thawed-out, dried-out tastless food. I tried to remedy my stuffed founder with shrimp and scallops with tons of salt, pepper and some lemon but i just couldn't eat it.... more

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5 of 5 stars
SNC-Reports   14 contributions
Virginia
Oct 31, 2009

I can understand why the Lobster House might not be a first choice in the middle of summer when the lines are long but if you can go off season, it is terrific. In fact, so good that our third trip to Cape May was planned totally around eating lobster at the Lobster House. Since we only had time to... more

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5 of 5 stars
pharjoygratab   4 contributions
drexel hill, pa
Oct 27, 2009

The Lobster House is the ONLY restaurant I have dinner at when I'm in Cape May. Thier food is wonderful, their staff is quick and courteous and the atmosphere is relaxing, homey and you have great views of the marina. You get nice portions and the prices are reasonable. They also have a fish market where you can get fresh... more

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1 of 5 stars
mithrakana   1 contribution
Marlton, NJ
Oct 25, 2009

We were in Cape May today for the first time, and asked the locals a good place for seafood. We were excited to try The Lobster House. It was AWFUL. I can't believe there are so many good reviews. People were sitting around us with the same slop on their plates talking about how 'delicious' it was, and we were... more

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3 of 5 stars
Brooke08   8 contributions
Chappaqua, NY
Oct 22, 2009
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We loved the feel of this restaurant located right on the docks of Cape May harbor. We enjoyed cocktails on the schooner replica while waiting for our table (2 hours-they don't take reservations). The seafood, while fresh, was unimaginatively prepared and overcooked. Still, it is the only restaurant in Cape May that has an authentic nautical ambiance. more

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5 of 5 stars
nicol1103   8 contributions
Philadelphia, PA
Oct 10, 2009

My family always stays in Wildwood and we drive over to Cape May to go to dinner at the Lobster House. The food is amazing! and they give generous portions. To start, the give bread and butter. The bread has all types of seasonings baked in which gives it an amazing flavor. The salad they give with meals is also... more

Excellent
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5 of 5 stars
Reamstown-Sweetie   2 contributions
Reamstown
Oct 10, 2009

The food and service is just excellent. The only draw back is if you don't get there early, you can expect to wait at least an hour. more

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5 of 5 stars
luvCapeMay90   2 contributions
Lancaster, PA
Oct 5, 2009

Excellent Food. Nice amount for the money. Best to get there when the doors open so limit your waiting time. more

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4 of 5 stars
amy1460   1 contribution
amy1460
Sep 26, 2009

I've heard so much about the Lobster House from my sister, who went there 3 times during thier vacation last year, so I was anxious to check it out. She went at the end of July while my husband and I went in the middle of September. I'm thinking our experience there wasn't nearly as nice as hers probably because... more

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5 of 5 stars
mrog0117   1 contribution
NJ
Sep 22, 2009

My husband and I recently had dinner at the Lobster House and were thrilled with our decision. After reading several reviews on this site we were wary about going but decided to give it a try anyway. We have only visited once before and that was several years ago and I remember waiting almost 2 hours to eat. However this... more

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The Lobster House Address

Fisherman's Wharf, Cape May Harbor, Cape May, NJ 08204
Tel: 609-884-8296
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.