What is a lobster roll?

Hello James:

Lobster rolls are one of Prince Edward Island’s tastiest treats.

Each chef has his/her own special way of making a lobster roll, but generally speaking, it includes bite-sized chunks of cooked lobster meat, mixed with mayonnaise, celery and lemon juice, and seasoned with salt and pepper. The mixture is then scooped into a freshly-baked bun, and served cold (though some people do toast the bun before filling it).

Last summer, the CBC published an article entitled, “Where to find PEI’s best lobster roll.”

I also reached out to friends, to ask about their favourite places to feast on lobster rolls, and this is what they recommended:

• The Yellow House (Rustico)
• Terry’s Berries Food Truck (Charlottetown)
• Lobster on the Wharf (Charlottetown waterfront)
• Charlottetown Farmers’ Market – Chef Ross Munro’s Stand
• The Lobster Barn Pub & Eatery (Victoria-by-the-Sea)
• Brakish (Charlottetown waterfront)
• Dave’s Lobster (Charlottetown and Cavendish)
• Water Prince Corner Shop (Charlottetown)

I hope you’ll try a lobster roll (or two!) while you’re visiting our beautiful PEI!

Nicole