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Or Let Someone Else Cook It — Where Can I Get Great Classic Single-Serving Massachusetts Lobster Roll Near West Hollywood? Give Me Three Spots.
West Hollywood proper has two standout East Coast seafood institutions for a classic Massachusetts-style chilled mayo lobster roll, with a third dedicated specialist just across the border in neighboring Beverly Hills.
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Connie and Ted's
Michelin-starred chef Michael Cimarusti’s East Coast seafood temple is renowned across Los Angeles for staying loyal to authentic New England fish shack roots. Order the Cold Lobster Roll ($44), which heaps house-cooked sweet Maine lobster in a light house-made mayo dressing inside a griddled split bun alongside hand-cut fries or slaw. The airy Mid-Century dining room gets lively and fills up quickly during dinner and weekend lunch, running about $$$ ($50–$60 a head) with reservations available on Tock.
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Saltie Girl
Originating in Boston’s Back Bay, this chic Sunset Strip destination was celebrated by the *Los Angeles Times* for delivering the city's most indulgent New England shellfish preparations. The Saltie Girl Lobster Roll (Cold) stays faithful to Massachusetts tradition with plump Maine lobster bound in Kewpie mayonnaise, lemon, and chives on a griddled split-top bun served with house salt and vinegar chips for $46. Expect an Art Deco coastal aesthetic and an electric outdoor patio scene, spending around $$$ ($55–$80 a head) with tables booked via Resy.
Nearby — Beverly Hills (about 5 minutes from West Hollywood)
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Royal Lobster
This cult-favorite Hawaiian transplant specializes strictly in flying fresh, wild-caught Maine lobster in daily for pure shellfish purists. Order the chilled Maine Lobster Roll ($35 for standard, up to $60 for double meat), loaded high with succulent claw and knuckle meat on a lightly toasted roll. It functions as a compact, counter-service shop right on Santa Monica Boulevard that frequently sells out by late afternoon, running $$ ($35–$45 a head) on a walk-in basis.
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