Lazy Lobster

Lazy Lobster reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Ray

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Really nice place, food very good and quite different from most restaurants. Staff were lovely and the service excellent. Would definitely return.
   

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   zara

   London1 review

   1.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 1

   Went for birthday dinner. They have 2 tables a 2 seater and a 4 seater very underwhelming. The site and ambience was not great. They put us in a corner near the staff door that constantly banged each time they went in and out, which was around every 30 seconds. Could not wait to leave. At the end we were just left hanging waiting for the bill. Had to go and ask myself and still had to wait despite them not being busy at the end. The starters were good, main course was ok. The desert was terrible, what a waste of £10 on bread and butter pudding with custard. Dry, with a drop of custard. I think they had ran out of custard so just sprinkled a few drops on the plate.
   

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   James VIP

   London7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Nestled in the charming coastal town of Whitstable, Lazy Lobster offers a casual seafood dining experience with an unpretentious atmosphere that perfectly complements its maritime setting. The restaurant's relaxed vibe makes it an ideal spot for both locals and visitors looking to enjoy fresh seafood without the fuss. The service maintains that perfect balance of attentiveness without hovering, adding to the laid-back coastal charm. Their curried prawns deserve particular praise – well-seasoned with a balanced blend of spices that enhance rather than overwhelm the natural sweetness of the shellfish. The stand-out dish, however, was undoubtedly the Tuna Tartare. Expertly prepared, it delivered a delightful spicy kick that elevated the fresh tuna to new heights. Their namesake dish, unfortunately, fell a little short of expectations. While lobster should be the star, it arrived drowning in an overly thick sauce that completely enveloped the delicate meat. The generous portion of sauce seemed to compensate for what felt like considerably less than half a lobster's worth of meat – a disappointing execution of what should be their signature offering. I would have preferred a grilled lobster with a simple garlic butter sauce. Despite this misstep with their flagship dish, Lazy Lobster remains a worthy destination for seafood enthusiasts visiting Whitstable, particularly for those with a fondness for well-executed starters and a relaxed dining experience.
   

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   Matthew

   London1 review

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Some really lovely dishes, especially the muscles and the skate. I would suggest that they should have the option of basic oysters, ie with just shallots and simple vinegar dressing.
   

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   Angela

   Brighton1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food is delicious , great selection and good tapas portions.
   

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   Les

   Kent1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 5 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food and great service from Grace, very helpful!
   

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   Duncan

   Surrey2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 4 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Really enjoyed our evening this week, superb food and great service. Had a dog friendly table in a snug bar.
   

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   Mark

   New York City2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 3 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Great food, attentive service. Wife’s birthday dinner was sublime.
   

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   Ally

   Kent2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 1 April 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   A really lovely lunch. The food was delicious...we tried lots. The service was great...the food took a while to come but...we did have lots. The waiter was excellent...working hard and really busy yet attentive, really friendly, professional and customer focused.
   

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    James

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Wow what a place! Probably one of the best seafood restaurants I have eaten at. Incredible food reasonably priced in a great location with helpful friendly staff. Will definitely go back.
    

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