Best Lobster in Boston: 15 Places with Top Lobster Dishes

While purists may think the best lobster in Boston is boiled and served with drawn butter (or dressed in mayo atop a toasted hot dog bun, as these best lobster rolls in Boston might suggest), others believe that this cherished New England shellfish should sit in the culinary spotlight in more creative ways. We’ve rounded up the best lobster dishes in Boston that place this prized ingredient on everything from pizza to tacos, mashed potatoes to ravioli. For a sampling of different takes on other regional fishy favorites, check out the best clam chowders in Boston or the best local oyster bars.

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