Wells has 2 lobster spots in this directory, and the highest-rated right now are Mike’s Clam Shack, Billy’s Chowder House. A lobster roll typically runs $18–$35; whole lobster is usually market-priced. Here they are, ranked.
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Editor's pick
WELLS · BEST IN CITY
Mike’s Clam Shack
4.4 ★ · 3,101 reviews
"A standout lobster address in Wells — a local favourite by review volume."
View Mike’s Clam Shack →Top lobster in Wells
Mike’s Clam Shack
Post Road · lobster shack
★4.43,101$$ – $$$
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Billy’s Chowder House
Mile Road · seafood spot
★4.42,989$$ – $$$
The full ranking , all 2 spots
1Mike’s Clam ShackPost Road · lobster shack★ 4.4 · 3,101$$ – $$$2Billy’s Chowder HouseMile Road · seafood spot★ 4.4 · 2,989$$ – $$$
Wells & lobster
Wells sits on New England's lobster coast, where the catch was once so plentiful it was called 'ocean trash' and used as fertilizer — until 19th-century canneries turned Maine and Massachusetts lobster into a national delicacy.
🦞 Lobster lore
The lobster roll as we know it, chilled meat, mayo, split-top bun, is usually traced to Perry's in Milford, Connecticut, in the 1920s.
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Good to know
Where's the best lobster roll in Wells?
By public rating, Mike’s Clam Shack leads right now. Use the filters above to find rolls, shacks or fine dining.
Where can I eat lobster near me in Wells?
Every spot on this page is in or around Wells, 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 Wells?
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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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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