About
Lobster Place is a laid-back seafood spot located inside Chelsea Market, offering some of the freshest seafood in NYC. Since 1974, we’ve been bringing live lobster straight from the Maine coast to New York, and over the years we’ve expanded into a go-to destination for seafood lovers.
At our Chelsea Market location, you’ll find a fresh seafood counter, raw bar, sushi bar, lobster rolls, and steamed lobsters - plus a wide selection of seafood to enjoy on-site or take home. It’s a great place to grab a quick bite, pick up ingredients for dinner, or explore different kinds of seafood at your own pace.
Right next door is Cull & Pistol Oyster Bar, our full-service restaurant that’s been recognized by the Michelin Guide. It’s a great spot to sit down and enjoy oysters, lobster rolls, and other seafood dishes made with ingredients from our market.
Whether you’re stopping by for lunch, shopping for seafood, or just exploring Chelsea Market, Lobster Place offers a casual and tasty way to experience what the ocean has to offer - right in the heart of NYC.
For a little “taste” of what’s in-store at Chelsea Market – take a virtual tour or give us 90 seconds to check out this video.
Stewardship
We’ve thrived through 2 generations of family ownership because of our commitment to being good stewards
of our community, our resources, and the environment. We’ve partnered with the organizations below to
achieve our goals for a sustainable seafood resource and a clean, resilient environment.
Lobster Place is an ardent supporter of the Billion Oyster Project, an organization dedicated to restoring New York Harbor oyster beds
and educating young people about the ecology and economy of their marine environment. Lobster Place Wholesale Seafood operates the
BOP Shell Collection Program, collecting shells from over 70 NYC restaurants and markets, including the Lobster Place Seafood Market which
donates 1,500 lbs. of oyster shells each week, making it one of the program's largest partners.
The Ocean Wise seafood program helps ensure healthy oceans for generations to come. By partnering with Ocean Wise,
we’re committed to promoting sustainable seafood across our business. The Ocean Wise symbol next to a
seafood item is an assurance of an ocean-friendly seafood choice.
The Shellfish Growers Climate Coalition (SGCC) is a partnership between shellfish growers, seafood distributors and restaurants across the United States and The Nature Conservancy to inspire climate action now. Our businesses are inextricably linked to vibrant, healthy marine ecosystems and collectively with over 150 member operations from Alaska to Florida, we’re dedicated to bringing about climate policy action by sharing our stories of how climate change is already harming our operations, businesses, and communities.