Shannon's Unshelled Express BBH — Restaurant in Boothbay Harbor

This is a small corner shop with a simple menu. I bought a lobster roll for $24. If was a fair price and had a good amount of straight fresh lobster, not frozen, on a warm buttered roll with a side of hot butter. Frankly this was better than the worthless $35 dollar one I bought from McSeagals 1/2 a block away that was full of shells, same portions, and a long wait behind tourists.

I would definitely come back here and avoid the hassle of dealing with the other options in the area if you want a sinple grab and go experience. It was a nice warm fall day and there are benches right outside by the public docks you can sit...

We brought some out-of-town guests to Shannon's Express for lobster rolls this week. The lobster was excellent - meat fresh and delicious, rolls nicely grilled, and warm, drawn butter on the side.

The reason for the 4 star review is related to pricing. A huge outdoor sign and chalkboard advertised a $22 lobster roll. When we paid, staff pointed out an interior sign where the price was overwritten to $24. Although we felt this price was still fair and probably a management oversight, it still made us feel like they were more concerned with their profits than treating customers...

This review has nothing to do with their food - because we weren't able to get any since they closed early. Stated hours said closing at 4pm, and I even called earlier in the day to verify. But when we arrived at 3:19 (after a long drive to get there) the employee told me they were closed...and apparently had been closed for a while, since she was walking out the door and locking up at that point. We were going there based on great reviews. I wish I could base this review on food and service; but that's impossible. But I didn't feel I could not address this closing...