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Roll on over to these Westchester County hotspots for mouthwatering heaps of lobster served with creamy sauces on buttery rolls.
With additional reporting by Gabrielle Beechert and Jillian Myers
With summer in full swing, let’s unleash our cravings for some of Westchester’s most refreshing foods, shall we? At the top of this list are, of course, lobster rolls. They are a staple of New England cuisine, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy them right here in Westchester! Pull up a seat and dig into some of these succulent seafood sandwiches.
The Barley Beach House
95 Dearborn Ave, Rye, 914.481.5505
Have a New England staycation with beach-side seating and endless Sound vistas and, while you’re at it, swan dive into a Connecticut-style lobster roll that’s all about the triple B: butter and a brioche bun. In between those fluffy bookends, indulge in fresh, cold-cracked Maine lobster with celery, plus that butter and toasted brioche bun, and bon voyage all your cares away.
The Boathouse
46 Westerly Rd, Ossining; 914.923.6466
This lobster roll is as classic as they get: Chunks of claw meat slathered in tarragon aioli and served on a toasted and buttered New England-style hot dog bun, accompanied by a side of French fries and coleslaw. Come to The Boathouse for live music and a scenic view of the Hudson River, then stay for the lobster rolls.
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Bread and Brine
19 Main St, Hastings-on-Hudson; 914.479.5243
Using a hefty buttered roll stuffed with whole chunks of lobster meat and creamy mayo, this Maine-inspired Hastings establishment is determined to bring quality seafood to the table. The subtle zing of lemon juice adds an exciting flair for the palate.
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Eastchester Fish Gourmet
837 White Plains Rd, Scarsdale; 914.725.3450
Eastchester Fish Gourmet’s sandwich comes loaded up with Maine lobster on a buttered bun. It’s served with coleslaw, golden sweet potato fries, and a spicy chipotle dipping sauce.
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Kee Oyster House
126-128 E. Post Rd, White Plains; 914.437.8535
This tasty sandwich is infused with herbs and lemon zest. The brioche bun is toasted and buttered, with the word KEE artfully branded on top. The restaurant emphasizes that the roll is “light on the mayo, heavy on the lobster,” which sounds perfectly divine to us. For added crunch, it’s served with Old Bay chips.
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Ocean House
49 N Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson; 914.271.0702
The Maine lobster roll at Ocean House is made up of a generous amount of fresh lobster in a buttered and toasted side-split bun. Other than the lobster and lemon juice, this roll is nothing without Hellman’s mayonnaise. Served with steak fries and coleslaw, this is a simple and delicious lobster roll. Pro tip: Check the day’s Blackboard online before heading out, as this beauty makes an appearance once in a blue moon.
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Purdy’s Farmer and the Fish
100 Titicus Rd, North Salem; 914.617.8380
Served at brunch, lunch, and dinner, this north-county farm-to-table restaurant offers its Downeast lobster roll two ways: “warm, naked, and buttered” or chilled with cumber and fresh lemon aioli.
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The Sailhouse
238 Green St, Tarrytown; 914.332.0517
Grab spot on the deck or sail your boat right up to it, drop anchor, and dive deep into a fresh lobster (or crab or shrimp!) roll born from both mayo and butter, chives, and secret seasoning. Choose fries or a salad as an accompaniment, and call it the best meal of the day.
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Saltaire Oyster Bar
55 Abendroth Ave, Port Chester; 914.939.2425
Lobster is a specialty at Saltaire, with live lobsters brought in daily and a host of dishes that utilize the exceptionally fresh inventory. Served butter-poached on a toasted New England-style roll and packed with pickled celery and herbs for added flavor, this lobster roll never disappoints.
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The Tavern at Croton Landing
41 North Riverside Ave, Croton-on-Hudson; 914.271.8020
With this restaurant’s luscious lobster rolls, you can enjoy the generously buttered, medium-toasted rolls and refined ratio of lobster meat to mayonnaise. The consistency is balanced by the combination of silky chunks and shreds of lobster meat, and the crunch of the celery and side of pickle. Alternately, opt for the lobster BLT and enjoy fresh lobster salad on pane di casa with bacon, avocado, tomato, arugula, and garlic mayo.
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