Lobster Haven

Category: Seafood market in Tampa, Florida

Address: 12807 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL 33635, USA

Phone: +18138552888

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–9:30PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 11AM–8PM

Thursday: Closed

Friday: 11AM–9:30PM

Saturday: 11AM–9:30PM

Reviews

Jenni G.

Aug 13, 2022

I'm trying to figure out who the hell ate here and gave it good reviews! I'm literally just leaving with my family and we are on the way to find someplace to eat. My mom saw the reviews and wanted to come for her birthday. Let's hop into this review... The establishment was clean on both sides as you can see in my video. The waiter was very nice and professional. The restroom was clean. The food... no ma'am! The crab cakes lacked seasoning, were more filling than crab and were rubbery in texture. The garlic shrimp was ok... loved the bread that it came with. The shrimp basket was just that, shrimp in a basket... no fries, cooked in old oil. My nephew had the chicken tenders. The fries were good, but the chicken was fried and looked like it was battered with fish batter then over fried. I know it wasn't fish batter, that's just how it looked. I assume from it being fried in old grease. The calamari was mixed with fried onions and there seemed to be more onions than calamari. I ordered The gold bucket with the steamed seafood, but after tasting everyone else's appetizers I had zero faith that it would come out seasoned and good, so I asked that they cancel my order. I will not be returning to dine in. I might go back to get some fresh seafood so that I can take it home and cook it myself.

Jayne Stone

Apr 27, 2022

The lobster roll was overflowing with fresh, delicious lobster. The staff were friendly. The store in the front has buoys hanging, some specially painted. It's quaint and I don't know how I ever missed it. Loved it.

C B

Feb 7, 2022

If you're not afraid of an older "joint" vibe, please give Lobster Haven a try. They have fresh seafood for purchase, and also prepare dishes if you'd like to eat there (or take). We dined-in for lunch and the food was delicious. The small staff greeted us and the gentleman who took our order was cool and helpful. We ordered a shrimp basket, lobster chowder, crab cake sandwich w/chips, and coleslaw. Oh, and they have sweet sun tea! Recommend.

Becky Hens

Jun 30, 2021

Quirky atmosphere, loved the mood! The lobster and the clam chowder were fantastic - I prefer the clam chowder out of the two. The calamari and fish and chips were good, they give you a hefty portion. I'll be back!

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Questions & Answers

Is it buffet lobster

Khang Bui | Sep 6, 2019
John | Sep 6, 2019

Not buffet, casual restaurant and seafood and lobster wholesaler.

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Can you get a 2 pound lobster there,??

Al Zammlt | Sep 6, 2018
David Millard | Sep 6, 2018

I have heard tell that you can get a three pounder, too.

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Is this and all you can eat restaurant

Arthur Carter | Sep 6, 2019
Mo | Sep 6, 2019

No!

Lobster 🦞 Haven has fresh lobsters and amazing Blue Stone Crabs, when these are in-season! If you want great fresh food cooked to perfection in a casual atmosphere, just as you would have in Maine, this is your place! Do not miss out! 👍🏼😊

a gabel | Sep 6, 2019
A L | Sep 6, 2019

Yep

Do they still sell Frozen Maine lobster tails to the public and for how much each

Carrie Donaldson | Sep 6, 2018
Pete P | Sep 6, 2018

I have no idea! I think my lobster was fresh, never frozen. They have live lobsters swimming in tanks in the restaurant!

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Is this a sit down restaurant or just take out?

Theresa Breault | Sep 6, 2018
Emmanuel DeOssa | Sep 6, 2018

Yes it is a sit down to order on one side and take out on the other, but it's also a fish market for fresh seafood. Hope this helps.

Do they sell crawfish?

Giorgio B. | May 8, 2022
Lobster Haven | May 8, 2022

Yes we do. They're cooked in Louisiana & brought to us. So good!

Do you have outdoor seating? Is it beer and wine only?

Zoe Frey | Sep 5, 2020
Kristin McKinney | Sep 5, 2020

They do not provide outdoor seating. However, they do have beer. I'm not sure if they offer wine.... Though, if they do I wouldn't imagine that it would be good vineyards.

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What is in season now Need reservations??

Viviane Vanlengen | Sep 6, 2019
John | Sep 6, 2019

No reservations needed, lobsters are flown in live from new England. Always available.

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Are the prices reasonable? Details please.

Janay Scott | Sep 6, 2019
Patrick Nolan | Sep 6, 2019

Pricing is all relative it's reasonable pricing for the seafood it is fresh seafood. They have seafood options they have many different things that you'd like it's not a fancy place but they have fresh lobster live lobster all of that I hope that's enough information for you

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What is the price of the lobster meal

Arthur Carter | Sep 6, 2019
Derrick Untied | Sep 6, 2019

The price depends on what size lobster ya get

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Do you stock fresh fish, caught daily?

Pradnya Sute | Sep 6, 2018
Michael “Mike” Gaudet | Sep 6, 2018

Yes, but the menu changes as does the catch. If you want something specific, call ahead.

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Do I get fresh fish and shrimp here?

Subhasini L B | Sep 6, 2018
Carol Kniepkamp | Sep 6, 2018

And you have never seen so many lobsters in all sizes from just legal to gigantic in tanks by size. Food is great.

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Do you sell just steamed lobster tails?

Arlene Roman | Sep 6, 2018
Pete P | Sep 6, 2018

Yes I think they would. The lobster roll I had had tail meat in it.

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Is it dog friendly?

tj stroud | Sep 6, 2018
Captain Ralph | Sep 6, 2018

Head over to downtown Dunedin. One of the most dog friendly places around.

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Do you carry crawfish when in season?

Leona Green | Sep 6, 2018
Jane Aitkens | Sep 5, 2021

In season, well-seasoned—as a s. LA displaced native, I am thrilled to discover this treat!

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