Salty's Lobster Shack — Restaurant in Middleton

I stumbled on this hidden gem while I was trying to find a place to eat on a road trip to Bar Harbor, Maine with my boyfriend’s family. Not only are the people who work here incredibly kind, but they have THE best lobster rolls I have ever had and I have had many. We drove into the lot at 3 PM but were unaware that they reduced their hours that very morning. Unfortunately we had 5 more hours left to drive in order to make a dinner reservation for my boyfriend’s birthday. Luckily we caught Jim as he was arriving with the team to set up for service at 4. I explained to him that we had been traveling from Rhode Island and it was my first time traveling with my boyfriend’s parents. I turned down all their lobster roll place suggestions because I saw that Salty’s had the best reviews but failed to check the updated hours of operation. Jim was kind of enough to make six cold lobster rolls before opening for us so that we could continue on our way. The lobster tastes like it just came out of the shell, succulent and juicy, lightly dressed and overflowing on a perfectly toasted buttered bun with scallions. I wouldn’t be surprised if there was an entire lobster on the roll. It was so good that every lobster roll we had in Maine after fell short of this one.

I actually helped produce the Tasting Table Lobster Rumble in 2018 where we brought 25 vendors from all over the country to compete for the best lobster roll. None of those restaurants could compare to the lobster roll I had here. I am writing this review on our drive home after another stop at Salty’s. If you ever find yourself in Middleton or are driving up the East Coast - do yourself a favor...

Prices have gone up exponentially, $35.00 for a lobster roll now (as of 5/20/22)!. These guys have one of the best lobster rolls in the North Shore, hand picked, limited fillers, hot or cold. but they've increase their pricing to a point where its not worth it. I get that the price of fuel, baby formula, groceries, etc have gone up and I expect price increases but their increases on all menu items are taking advantage. Is there a shortage of lobsters? Expect to pay over $50.00 for a chowder, roll and drink...from a food truck. You can eat at a top North Shore restaurant for that price. There are plenty of good seafoood restaurants in the North Shore that have excellent lobster rolls at reaonable prices... wont be going back anymore. Rating relects their pricing, food quality...

What a wonderful surprise! This place is a great place to relax and have a great time with family and friends. A great kids place as well! The food is very tasty and well prepared by a great team. I talked to Paul who was the chef on duty and he was very friendly explaining the food we selected as well as the concept of this food wagon. My wife son and grandson had lobster rolls, Fried onion rings (beer battered) and French fried potatoes. All fresh and tasty. The decor is fun with crab chairs, picnic tables as well as corn toss games. We would certainly recommend Salty's Lobster Shack for great food and a fun time for a family or just a pet eat well and relax! Go... You won't be...