Penzance has 5 lobster spots in this directory, and the highest-rated right now are The Shore, Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar, The Pirates Rest. A lobster roll typically runs $18–$35; whole lobster is usually market-priced. Here they are, ranked.
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Editor's pick
PENZANCE · BEST IN CITY
The Bakehouse
4.6 ★ · 329 reviews
"A standout lobster address in Penzance — a local favourite by review volume."
View The Bakehouse →Top lobster in Penzance
The Bakehouse
Chapel Street · seafood spot
★4.6329$$ – $$$
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The Shore
Alverton Street · seafood spot
★4.9237$$ – $$$
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Mackerel Sky Seafood Bar
New Road · pub & grill
★4.82,466$$ – $$$
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The Pirates Rest
Daniel Place · seafood spot
★4.7376$$ – $$$
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Lewis's fish & chips
The Strand · seafood restaurant
★4.6419$$ – $$$
The full ranking , all 5 spots
1The BakehouseChapel Street · seafood spot★ 4.6 · 329$$ – $$$2The ShoreAlverton Street · seafood spot★ 4.9 · 237$$ – $$$3Mackerel Sky Seafood BarNew Road · pub & grill★ 4.8 · 2,466$$ – $$$4The Pirates RestDaniel Place · seafood spot★ 4.7 · 376$$ – $$$5Lewis's fish & chipsThe Strand · seafood restaurant★ 4.6 · 419$$ – $$$
Penzance & lobster
Penzance sits on (or just inland from) England's South-West coast, where crab and lobster have been potted for centuries — Newlyn was recorded as a harbour back in 1435, and day-boats still work traditional withy pots along the Cornwall and Devon shoreline.
🦞 Lobster lore
Lobsters taste with their legs and chew with stomachs that contain a set of grinding teeth called the gastric mill.
More lobster nearby
Exeter · Exmouth · St Ives · Falmouth · Paignton
On the map
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Good to know
Where's the best lobster roll in Penzance?
By public rating, The Shore leads right now. Use the filters above to find rolls, shacks or fine dining.
Where can I eat lobster near me in Penzance?
Every spot on this page is in or around Penzance, 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 Penzance?
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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