I thought I knew what a perfect lobster roll tasted like. Then I walked into Red Hook Lobster in Brooklyn. This spot is famous for a reason. They serve up some of the most insane seafood in the city.
Most people come here for the classic. I don’t blame them. Every single roll starts with a beautifully buttered and toasted bun. They sear it right on the flat top until it gets that perfect golden crust. Then come the heavy hitters. They pack the bun with six ounces of fresh, buttery Maine lobster. The team here is never shy with that butter. It gets drenched. The result? Pure Connecticut style perfection. It is rich, meaty, and completely elite.
But I was here for something else. Something totally wild.
Did you know they serve up a fried lobster roll? Yes, you heard that right. This is a total game changer. I watched the chef prepare it, and my mind was blown.
First, they take those fresh chunks of lobster meat and toss them in a light flour coating. Then comes the magic. The lobster gets completely drenched in their housemade beer batter. It goes straight into the deep fryer. Watching it bubble up to a perfect golden brown is mesmerizing. Look at that crisp!
Once it comes out of the oil, they don’t just serve it. They elevate it. The crispy fried lobster gets tossed in a giant metal bowl and absolutely slathered in their signature lobster caramel sauce. Sweet, sticky, and completely unreal.
Next comes the assembly. They take another perfectly toasted bun and hit it with a heavy drizzle of Kewpie mayo. Then they add a layer of shredded lettuce for crunch. Finally, they pack the fried lobster on top. And I mean packed on. It is a massive, towering masterpiece.
Taking a bite of this thing is an absolute experience. The crunch from the beer batter hits you first, followed by that rich, sweet caramel sauce. It is the perfect balance of sweet and savory deliciousness. I could honestly watch them make this all day.
If you think you have seen it all when it comes to New York City seafood, you need to check this place out. Who is hungry?