Lobster rolls have been steadily gaining popularity over the last few years, with international players like Burger & Lobster and even homegrown brands like Chunky Lobsters setting up shop in Singapore. And we've been waiting with bated breath for the next one that hails from New York, and they're none other than Luke's Lobster.
Founder Luke Holden left his investment banking job in 2009 after finding every lobster roll in New York overpriced, drowning in mayo, and diluted with celery. Coming from a family of lobsterman, he returned to his seafaring roots to work with his dad, negotiating with lobster suppliers directly for traceable, sustainable seafood to create the iconic Maine-style lobster rolls they're known for today.
Luke's Lobster also has several outlets in Japan, which are pretty popular with tourists and locals alike. Their first outlet in Singapore will be located at Shaw House, next to Danish pastry shop Leckerbaer.
Each roll comes with either 113g or 170g of lobster served in a toasted buttered bun. Mayonnaise, lemon butter, and in-house special seasoning are then slathered over the bun to make for a delectable treat.
Apart from lobster rolls, they will also serve other seafood rolls including crab and shrimp. If you can't decide on which seafood to get, there is also the Luke's Trio, which serves half of each roll!
According to its US website, a lobster roll with chips costs US$17 (S$23.32). A crab roll served with chips costs US$14 (S$19.20), while a shrimp roll served with chips goes for US$10 (S$13.72).
The prices in Singapore have not been confirmed, but in a report by The Straits Times, the chief executive officer of Caerus Holding – the company that's bringing in Luke's Lobster – is quoted as saying that it will remain affordable for its quality.
And while we also have no idea of how the Singapore's outlet might look like yet, its outlets in Japan have a sleek marine-themed interior. We also know that the stall in Singapore can seat around 30 diners, but this has been whittled down to 17 seats when it opens due to safe distancing measures.
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