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Fresh Off the Boat, Since 1991

Hot, buttery lobster rolls served dockside. Rooted in tradition—and served with heart.

Outdoor dining area with picnic tables and colorful umbrellas next to a rustic building, surrounded by a white fence and lush greenery under a cloudy sky.
A docked white fishing boat at a marina on a sunny day, surrounded by wooden posts and other boats. Buildings and trees are visible in the background.

Our Story Begins
at Sea

Bart Mansi has been hauling lobster traps in Long Island Sound since the 1970s. In 1991, he opened Guilford Lobster Pound—a small dockside shop where customers could buy live lobsters fresh from the boat. With his 42’ vessel, the Erica Page (named after his daughter), Bart began each day before sunrise, pulling traps and delivering his daily catch straight to the shoreline.

As demand grew and word spread, Bart expanded the Pound into a full-service seasonal restaurant in 2007—serving up hot, buttery lobster rolls and casual seafood favorites with unbeatable views of the harbor.

Today, Bart still heads out early each morning, continuing the tradition that started decades ago and built a shoreline staple loved by locals and travelers alike.

Monday - Thursday 12:00PM - 6:00PM
Friday - Sunday 12:00PM - 7:00PM

*Weather Dependent*

We’re Open for the Season!

What We’re Known For

Large lobster being weighed on a scale at a seafood market.

Fresh Live Lobsters

Nothing beats fresh lobsters right off the boat, ready for you to take home.
*Market Price*

Two lobster rolls with a side of coleslaw on a tray

CT-Style Lobster Rolls

Hot, buttery, and overflowing with fresh lobster meat. No mayo. No fillers.
See Menu Below

Exterior of Guilford Lobster Pound, a rustic building with wood shingles, surrounded by parked cars under a clear blue sky.

A Must-Stop on I-95

In season, travelers and locals alike line up for a taste of CT’s best lobster roll.
Weather Dependent

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Our Menu

Lobster rolls and hot dogs on a tray
Seafood meal featuring a lobster roll, a can of Coca-Cola, a bag of Lay’s potato chips, a bowl of clam chowder with oyster crackers on a picnic table.

CASH ONLY

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CASH ONLY $

Visit Us

505 Whitfield St
Guilford, CT 06437

Hours
Monday–Thursday
12pm–6pm

Friday-Sunday
12pm-7pm

Weather dependent

Phone
(203) 453-6122

Email
theguilfordlobsterpound@gmail.com

 

What Our Customers are Saying..

  • "Perfect location in the Guilford marina! Perfect lobster rolls!!!...and more! BYOB and enjoy the best of lobster rolls on the Sound!"

    Janet

  • "This is a true New England lobster shack. caught fresh by the owner daily. limited menu but all the basics, lobster rolls, clam chowder and a gorgeous view. Great service and a nice spot to enjoy summer!!"

    Debbie

  • "Delish lobster rolls gorgeous view and great staff what more can you say"

    Debby

  • "Just out and about decided to look for Lobster for lunch. Did ‘Hey Siri’ and this was one of the choice right on the water. So glad I chose this place. Delicious Lobster grilled cheese, super nice waitress and staff. Relaxing and casual."

    Valerie

  • "Delicious fresh lobster-melt in your mouth! Lots of clams in chowder- yummy! Fast friendly service"

    Sandy

  • "This place is awesome!! We come every weekend and alternate between the lobster roll and the lobster grilled cheese. Amazingly friendly staff. The view is classic New England."

    Jean-Pierre

  • "We had a wonderful experience today at Guilford Lobster Pound! The staff was so friendly, the view on this beautiful day was perfect! We enjoyed a perfect lobster roll! Definitely worth the trip!"

    Allyson

  • "Great place, great vibe! Right on the dock in Guilford... you can't get any closer to the water or the marina. The lobster roll was exactly how you want it, hot with lots of butter and the roll was perfectly buttered & grilled. SOOO good! The chowder was excellent too! highly recommend."

    Angela

  • "Delicious clam chowder & lobster roll!! Great wait staff very friendly 😁 and the view is so wonderful! You will thoroughly enjoy yourself!"

    Sharon