Charlottetown's Best-Kept Secret: Lobster & Fries Heaven

🦞 Charlottetown's Best-Kept Secret: Lobster & Fries Heaven 📍 The Spot You Can't Miss Restaurant: [Name] (exact name withheld per request, but locals know!) Vibe: Cozy maritime tavern with nautical decor and friendly servers who remember your drink order Price Point: 25-35 per person (steal for PEI lobster!) 🍽️ Why This Beats Every Other Lobster Joint 1. The Fries That Broke the Internet Description: • Hand-cut PEI potatoes fried in duck fat • Tossed with aged Grana Padano (Italian parmesan's fancy cousin) • Drizzled with balsamic glaze + garlic aioli • Finished with fresh parsley Taste Test: • First Bite: Sweet balsamic tang • Second Bite: Umami cheese bomb • Final Verdict: Like poutine's sophisticated European aunt Pro Tip: Ask for extra aioli for lobster dipping! 2. Lobster That Doesn't Break the Bank The Deal: • 1.25 lb PEI lobster + those legendary fries = $28 • Compared to Tourist Traps: • Waterfront shacks: $45+ for same size • Hotel restaurants: $60+ with worse sides Eating Technique: 1. Crack claws with wooden mallet (provided) 2. Dunk meat in drawn butter + lemon 3. Use picks to get every last morsel 3. Atmosphere That Feels Like Home • Playlist: East Coast folk music (think Stan Rogers) • Wall Art: Vintage fishing gear + local artist murals • Staff: Will happily explain PEI's lobster seasons 📊 How It Stacks Up Category This Spot Average PEI Lobster Shack Price $ Fries 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 🌟🌟 Lobster Quality 🌟🌟🌟🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Vibes Cozy Tavern Plastic Picnic Tables 🚗 Getting There • Parking: Free lot behind building (rare for downtown!) • Best Time: 3-5pm to avoid dinner rush • Nearby: Walk to Peake's Wharf after for sunset 💡 Insider Intel 1. Secret Menu: Ask for the "Lobster Poutine" (fries + lobster meat + cheese curds) 2. Local Hack: Order takeout and eat at Victoria Park waterfront 3. Seasonal: Closed Jan-Mar (follow their IG for reopening dates) PEIEats #LobsterLovers #CharlottetownHiddenGem #MaritimeFood