Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Fumo, Baylander Steel Beach and Brooklyn Crab, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Find upscale places for lobster roll in New York City. Top-rated lobster roll spots at the right price.
New York City's Upscale Lobster Roll Destinations
New York City offers a sophisticated take on the classic coastal staple with this curated selection of upscale lobster rolls. From the historic, wood-paneled elegance of Pebble Bar to the breezy, nautical charm of Grand Banks, these destinations elevate the seafood experience through premium ingredients and stunning atmospheres. Whether you are seeking a refined midtown cocktail lounge or a scenic meal on the water, these spots represent the pinnacle of refined seafood dining in the heart of the city.
17 restaurants in Best Upscale Lobster Roll in New York City | Top Upscale Spots
- Fumo · rated 5/5: Italian.
- Baylander Steel Beach · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Brooklyn Crab · rated 4.2/5: Seafood.
- Lobster Place · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Meet Wise Meat · rated 4/5: Steakhouse.
- Twist · rated 4/5: American.
- Mermaid's Garden · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Pebble Bar · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Angelo Seafood Market · rated 4/5: Seafood.
- Amylos Taverna · rated 4/5: Greek.
- Pier i Cafe · rated 4/5: American.
- Yamato · rated 4/5: Japanese.
- Grey Lady · rated 3/5: Seafood.
- Grand Banks: Seafood.
- Kazunori: Japanese.
- BlueRoad: American.
- The Boil: Seafood.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
