"This is a large lobster (3-4 pounds) split in half for the two of us. As good as in Maine!"
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"From top Clockwise,
Hot Lobster roll, Lobster Salid Roll, and a 1 1/2
pound Abbotts Lobster, all served with Slaw and Abbotts chips"
Rob from NY
"We think Abbott's clam chowder is the perfect Rhode Island style clear chowder. No tomatoes, no milk or cream, just essence of clam."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"Abbott's open-air dining tables couldn't be more atmospheric. This is the quintessential setting for a shoreline feast. (photo courtesy of Jerry Mears)"
Michael Stern
"There's a variety of dining settings available. One popular option is on the pier. You'll see the occasional boater tie up here for a lobster visit."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"Abbott's has their own version of Rockport's famed artists' subject."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"Opening day 2006, and there's already a good size crowd."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"At some point many years ago, this array of thin wires was installed above the outdoor dining area and, voila, gull problem solved!"
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"Giant animals are usually a sign of Roadfood greatness and here is an example."
buffetbuster
"There will be a sign indicating what big lobsters are available that day, with current prices."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"The menu doesn't change much through the years (prices do). Pretty much everything is good - even the hot dog (we haven't tried the peanut butter and jelly)."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"For years, the Abbott's flag has inspired great loyalty among lobster-loving Roadfooders."
Michael Stern
"This is Abbott's as you walk from the parking lot. Menu to the right, order counter straight ahead."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"Most people arrive by car, and some by boat; those who come on bicycles will find a handy place to park."
Michael Stern
"What would Abbott's little brother restaurant be named? Costello's, of course!"
buffetbuster
"The shrimp and corn chowder is sweet and corny."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"Did you order a big lobster? You'll have to wait for it to cook. There's no better way to pass the time than with a bunch of Abbott's sweet steamers."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"Abbott's at dusk."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
"A different perspective."
Bruce Bilmes and Susan Boyle
