Midtown Lunch

Yesterday’s post on Luke’s Lobster got me thinking about lobster rolls around town. Specifically, which is the best value. There is nothing like the luxurious feeling of having a mouth full of lobster meat like a boss. For me, it isn’t JUST about the juicy, sweet lobster meat.  Because I am really nobody’s boss. This is a blog about the lunches that give you the most bang for your buck after all.

Who clawed their way to the top?

• I am going to have to give the number one spot to The Capital Grille. You can get a lobster roll, truffle fries, and clam chowder for $18. It’s really one the best buys for a fancy lunch in the whole city. Yea, I said it.

• If you are looking for a way to satiate a lobster craving quickly for less money, Luke’s Lobster will fit the bill at $15. Or if you can catch it, the rare occasion when SPOT burger vends them at only $8 is clutch. (Update: they will be serving them next week at The Porch!)

• If value is less of an issue and you are looking for huge pieces of lobster with more mayo, Oyster House ($26) or Pennsylvania 6 ($23) will do it, depending on which side of broad you are on.

• As for spots to avoid, Del Frisco’s provided me with a lackluster roll.

What are your thoughts on top value lobster rolls here in Philly?

For a longer list that includes these and others I haven’t gotten to yet, check out Zagat’s lobster roll guide.