Oban has 4 lobster spots in this directory, and the highest-rated right now are Coast, The Waterfront Fishouse Restaurant, George Street Fish Restaurant. A lobster roll typically runs $18–$35; whole lobster is usually market-priced. Here they are, ranked.
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Editor's pick
OBAN · BEST IN CITY
Coast
4.7 ★ · 797 reviews
"A standout lobster address in Oban — a local favourite by review volume."
View Coast →Top lobster in Oban
Coast
George Street · seafood spot
★4.7797$$ – $$$
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The Waterfront Fishouse Restaurant
Railway Pier · restaurant
★4.41,781$$ – $$$
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George Street Fish Restaurant
George Street · seafood restaurant
★4.3891$$ – $$$
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Nories
George Street · seafood spot
★4.21,180$$ – $$$
The full ranking , all 4 spots
1CoastGeorge Street · seafood spot★ 4.7 · 797$$ – $$$2The Waterfront Fishouse RestaurantRailway Pier · restaurant★ 4.4 · 1,781$$ – $$$3George Street Fish RestaurantGeorge Street · seafood restaurant★ 4.3 · 891$$ – $$$4NoriesGeorge Street · seafood spot★ 4.2 · 1,180$$ – $$$
Oban & lobster
Oban's lobster and langoustine come from Scotland's cold Atlantic west coast and the Minch, where creel fishermen have hauled pots from small boats for generations — shellfishing has been a Highland and island mainstay for centuries.
🦞 Lobster lore
Lobsters molt their entire shell to grow, hiding for weeks while the soft new shell hardens, the source of sweeter 'soft-shell' summer lobster.
More lobster nearby
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On the map
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Good to know
Where's the best lobster roll in Oban?
By public rating, Coast leads right now. Use the filters above to find rolls, shacks or fine dining.
Where can I eat lobster near me in Oban?
Every spot on this page is in or around Oban, ranked by real Google rating and review volume, start at the top and work down.
How much does a lobster roll cost?
Expect $18–$38 depending on the spot, roadside shacks run cheaper than sit-down rooms.
What's the difference between a Maine and a Connecticut lobster roll?
Maine-style is chilled lobster bound with a little mayo; Connecticut-style is warm lobster in melted butter. Both turn up on menus worldwide.
When is lobster season?
Cold-water lobster is best late spring through autumn, though most spots serve it year-round.
Do I need a reservation for lobster in Oban?
Roadside shacks are walk-in; popular sit-down rooms and Editor's Pick spots can book out on weekends, so call ahead for those.
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Cook lobster at home
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Lobster crackers & picks
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Disposable lobster bibs
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Butter warmer set
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New England lobster kit
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