Waterford has 5 lobster spots in this directory, and the highest-rated right now are Billy Burke Fish & Poultry, McLeary's, The Marian. A lobster roll typically runs $18–$35; whole lobster is usually market-priced. Here they are, ranked.
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Editor's pick
WATERFORD · BEST IN CITY
McLeary's
4.7 ★ · 907 reviews
"A standout lobster address in Waterford — a local favourite by review volume."
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McLeary's
Custom House Quay · seafood spot
★4.7907$$ – $$$
Ballybricken Take Away
seafood spot
★4157$$ – $$$
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Billy Burke Fish & Poultry
seafood restaurant
★4.8121$$ – $$$
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The Marian
Summerland Square · seafood spot
★4.6257$$ – $$$
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Murphy's Fish & Chips
John Street · seafood restaurant
★4.291$$ – $$$
The full ranking , all 5 spots
1McLeary'sCustom House Quay · seafood spot★ 4.7 · 907$$ – $$$2Ballybricken Take Awayseafood spot★ 4 · 157$$ – $$$3Billy Burke Fish & Poultryseafood restaurant★ 4.8 · 121$$ – $$$4The MarianSummerland Square · seafood spot★ 4.6 · 257$$ – $$$5Murphy's Fish & ChipsJohn Street · seafood restaurant★ 4.2 · 91$$ – $$$
Waterford & lobster
Ireland's lobster has been potted from the rocky Atlantic inshore for generations — by the 1870s over 5,000 boats worked the coast in light currachs — and ports like Kinsale (a fishing centre since the 13th century) still land it fresh near Waterford.
🦞 Lobster lore
Lobster pounds, open-air spots where you pick your lobster from a saltwater tank, are a New England institution rarely found elsewhere.
More lobster nearby
Wexford · Belfast · Cork · Galway · Kinsale
On the map
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Good to know
Where's the best lobster roll in Waterford?
By public rating, Billy Burke Fish & Poultry leads right now. Use the filters above to find rolls, shacks or fine dining.
Where can I eat lobster near me in Waterford?
Every spot on this page is in or around Waterford, 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 Waterford?
Roadside shacks are walk-in; popular sit-down rooms and Editor's Pick spots can book out on weekends, so call ahead for those.
Plan your trip
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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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