My fellow Bostonians, the season has arrived. I don’t know about you, but as soon as the air begins to warm up it leaves me with a severe craving for a lobster roll. Belle Isle Seafood is a classic Boston landmark, and if you are from here and haven’t been, I’d like to kindly ask you, what are you waiting for? And, if you are not from here but are planning a visit, please make this one of your stops. Anthony Bourdain went, why wouldn’t you?
What used to be a legitimate hole in the wall (see image below) in East Boston, has now been renovated and moved just 100 yards away from it’s original spot, to it’s new home in Winthrop. I am so impressed with the renovation. The inside is now enormous and perfect for families. It’s packed with picnic tables (I wouldn’t want to eat my lobster roll anywhere else) and has a bar you can eat at. With a beer & wine license, they have a few choices on tap, with Sam Adams Seasonal brew being the most important and perfect match for your lobster roll, in a plastic cup of course. Think: Woodman’s, but closer to home. The decor is simple and still captures the very essence of what Belle Isle is all about: Seafood off the boat. The new location sits (not hangs), right on the water looking at docked boats and the Boston skyline.
Belle Isle before
Belle Isle after
The roll was truly overflowing with fresh and meaty lobster, I felt as though I got my $20.00 worth. My son, opted for the fish & chips. Belle Isle uses the freshest Haddock, it was delicious and HUGE. There was more than half left over, so we took the rest to-go. This summer you can look forward to outdoor patio seating that will look over the harbor and the skyline. Tip: Go to Belle Isle at sunset: The sun goes down over the city and the ocean water mirrors the pinkish hue. To see the rest of the menu and to check their hours, checkout their website. Cheers!
It’s a good day when a Sam Seasonal is present
hole in the pearl 