Roy Moore Lobster

I'm pretty sure i'm a dumb Texan who doesn't know what she's talking about when it comes to lobster rolls ,but I searched high and low to get a good one. It led me to this town and this quaint spot near the shore.
Now, I am not sure why people serve cold lobster rolls. I promise you i've searched for reasons and I can't understand it. I told myself surely that I only needed to experience it. And it may be worth it.. Unfortunately, I just don't get it. This place is amazing and awesome.. don't get me wrong. I'm just needing someone to help me understand why no one seems to sell hot or warm lobster rolls in MA. The consistency of the lobster was great, and the butter was hot. Something was just missing for me. I grew up eating ceviche, raw oysters, clams.. you name it! But lord, I just couldn't get myself to believe lobster is better served cold. Nonetheless, I recommend this place to get a great serving of lobster. Everything truly is fresh here, and everyone was welcoming... Very great service. Maybe one day I'll understand why MA doesn't have hot lobster rolls, but today ain't the day.
This little joint is still highly recommended for all of yall that love cold lobster rolls!

Absolutely loved this place! We came on a Monday and it was $40 for 3 lobsters.

The lobsters were so fresh and juicy, exceeded my expectations. The seating area is behind the shop thru a tight alley to the right. It is an uncovered patio with tables and benches. They bring the lobsters out to you, very quick service! They make it so easy to take apart the lobster shell. You will need to use your hands, and that's part of the experience.

As for parking, there isn't parking nearby. We parked on the nearby main street (paid parking) and walked down the cute little shopping area. I do recommend walking since it is such a lovely neighborhood.

There are clean public restrooms a few blocks away (you can Google map it)

A great little place to get the freshest lobster from friendly staff. We ventured out to Rockport MA for sightseeing and shopping and stumbled across Roy Moore Lobster. I'm not usually a fan of the cold lobster roll and tend to gravitate to the hot buttered version. However I was pleasantly surprised by the authentic flavor of the lobster meat, which was lightly dressed and loaded with tender lobster meat.

We sat back behind the building by walking through a very small "ally" between the two buildings and the rolls were brought to us. The staff was very friendly and energetic. I recommend this stop for anyone wanting a fresh, delicious and authentic lobster roll. experience.

Great place for a fresh lobster roll; definitely lives up to the hype!! If you peak your head in the door, you'll see several tanks of fresh lobsters (and some cute decor). I ordered a cold lobster roll; there was a large amount of lobster, and minimal sauce, so the taste of the lobster was not disguised. Each roll comes with a bag of chips- and note that there is nice seating behind the restaurant on the water!

The one thing I did not appreciate, and observed as I was eating at a table across the street, was the worker at the front took a lobster out of the water, and was letting little kids take pictures with it. The kids dropped the lobster SEVERAL times onto the hard asphalt, it was cruel and hard to watch, over and over again.

If you're looking for the freshest lobster on the East Coast, you MUST try Roy Moore Lobster Company. I have been coming here for over 10+ years. I figured it was time to update my 9+ year old review!

Roy Moore is famous for their locally-caught lobsters. They're typically 1 1/2 LB lobsters, which is the perfect size in my opinion. The meat is juicy, tender, and flavorful. The larger lobsters are more tough.

The establishment is a no-frills environment. You order up-front and eat out back on the deck overlooking the water. They offer fresh lobsters, smoked salmon, smoked mussels, clam chowder, oysters, Jonah crab claws, fish cakes, stuffed clams, lobster rolls, and shrimp cocktails.

Everything is incredibly fresh. You'll frequently see staff bringing in crates of lobsters right off the boat. It doesn't get any fresher than that!

The owner and his son are wonderful people. Kenny is the best at cooking the lobsters, he has it down to a science. You can't replace experience. The result is a juicy, hot, and flavorful lobster.

We typically start things off with the raw bar. We are big fans of their oysters, shrimp cocktail, and jonah crab claws.

Next, we go for a cup of their incredible clam chowder. It is a meal in and of itself. It's not like most Clam Chowder where it's watered down, thin, and tasteless. I'd argue they make the best chowder I have ever had.

Once we have hit the raw bar and chowder, we head onto the Stuffed Clams. The stuffed clams are incredible and they're one of my favorite items on the menu.

The lobsters are the star of the show here. As of October 2023, you can get (3) lobsters for $40. The price has certainly increased a bit, but to me it's worth it. They're always cooked perfectly, pre-cracked, and piping hot.

The service is phenomenal. Kenny and his team truly put their all into the business. They also remember faces. I've been going there for 10+ years and he always recognizes me when I stop in.

I will warn you: Do not go on a weekend. The line is literally dozens of people deep. It is totally mobbed. The place has certainly grown and the secret is out where to get the best lobster. I'd suggest visiting during the week, it's far less busy.

They also have a fish market next door where you can purchase locally-caught, sustainable fish, lobsters, lobster meat, and much more.

Lastly, they now offer Beer and Wine to enjoy with your seafood feast! I highly recommend Roy Moore to locals and tourists alike. There is no other place like it.

Great spot for some seafood on a nice day at the beach. I came here a year ago and was excited to come back for the Fish Cakes. Sadly, they sold out by the time I got there... so make sure to arrive early! That's the only reason I'm giving them 4 stars, not 5. I went with the lobster instead and boy was that a project for me! I'm no pro, so that thing kept me entertained, trying to get the meat out for a good hour.

I'll be back next summer... and early enough to grab some Fish Cakes!

The lobsters here are so good! Roy Moore is no-frills: you walk into a space just big enough for the counter, the steamers, and tanks and tanks of live lobsters, order your lobsters, then head down the smallest alley (made of basically two planks of wood) to outdoor seating in the back. Then the lobsters arrive, perfectly steamed and served the clarified butter. All of our lobsters were healthy, with little-to-no water inside the shells, had been prepped so that they were easy to break into and eat, and they were only $15 for 1, $40 for 3!

We also had the stuffed clams and enjoyed those a lot. The weather was perfect, and all of our food came out super fast. When we had arrived, there was no line, but by the time we left, a line had formed down the block, so definitely try to arrive close to their opening time to beat the crowd.

Really good!
Service was friendly!
Clam chowder was the best I had in ages!

The lobsters look amazing I didn't try them but all the patrons seemed to enjoy them!

Really great lobster roll -- a lot of lobster in it. Price is pretty reasonable considering the amount of lobster. It's not easy to get seating but the staff is helpful and friendly. Location is great.

I visited rockport for a quick day trip and decided to stop by here for lunch. I love the outdoor seating by the water, although it was a bit tricky to navigate with my newborn in a stroller (you have to walk down a very narrow platform between two buildings to get to the back patio). The food overall was okay. We ordered a dozen oysters, the clam chowder and a lobster roll to split between two people. The oysters were the highlight: they tasted fresh and clean. The clam chowder was a bit thick for my liking and I found the lobster roll to be very small for the price we paid. It was nice to try out the restaurant and probably a good option in rockport but it definitely wasn't a highlight restaurant for me.