The Potted Lobster - Bamburgh

4.6 ( 1289 reviews )

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The Potted Lobster, 3 Lucker Rd, Bamburgh NE69 7BS, United Kingdom

+44 1668 214088

The Potted Lobster in Bamburgh is a culinary gem celebrated for its fresh seafood and lively atmosphere. Customers rave about the exceptional quality of the dishes, particularly the scallops, squid, and seafood platters which boast generous portions. Sophie, a delighted patron, described her experience as “absolutely delicious,” highlighting the restaurant's charming vibe and attentive service.

Despite initial booking hiccups, Michael Gayton praised the staff for their commitment to customer satisfaction, stating that the service was “second to none.” The ambiance, enhanced by a combination of professionalism and warmth from the staff, creates an inviting space ideal for sharing rich and flavorful plates among friends.

For those eager to explore the menu, Ian Turner encourages diners to check the specials board, as many of the standout dishes are featured there. With ample options and various blackboard specials, each visit feels unique. Overall, The Potted Lobster not only impresses with its food but also leaves a lasting impression with its exceptional service, making it a must-visit for seafood enthusiasts in the picturesque village of Bamburgh.

Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Delivery
- Takeaway
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Spirits
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Toilet
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upmarket
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Reservations required
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- High chairs
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
Pets
- Dogs allowed

Sophie

Jul 3,2025

Absolutely delicious. The seafood was fresh and tasty, the service was lovely and the restaurant has a great vibe. I loved the plates and small details. Probably some of the nicest scallops I’ve had for a long time, and the other plates were rich and flavourful. We got 3 starter style plates to share between 3 of us and shockingly enough it actually filled us up. Bear in mind it is quite pricey, but worth it.

Michael Gayton

Jun 27,2025

Although there were some initial issues with our booking caused by Open Table, which caused us having to move our booking a few hours earlier, the staff were very apologetic and pulled out all of the stops to make our visit memorable! The food was delicious and the service was absolutely second to none! This place really is worth a visit if you’re in the beautiful village of Bamburgh.

Pete Downing

Jun 27,2025

Great to eat here at the third time of asking so book early or be disappointed. Food was excellent as expected and there's a great ambience about the place. The staff were top notch- professional with a bit of banter thrown in - they really made the experience. Plenty of blackboard specials as well as the regular menu. Fout of us all had different starters and mains and no-one had any complaints.

Lily Dang

Jun 16,2025

Came here yesterday and had a seafood platter. The portions were generous! I would say the 2 person platter was enough for 3 ppl. My favourite was the squid, baby crab and octopus. The service was friendly and super efficient! The lady with the glasses was lovely and super attentive. I would highly recommend this restaurant and we will definitely be coming back!

Ian Turner

May 15,2025

Ignore the online menu. This is a seafood restaurant and most of the fish dishes are written on the specials boards. I've included the mains and starters boards for the day I visited. Friendly service and excellent food. I had the grilled sardines with salsa on sourdough toast as starter and whole sea bream with salsa verde, sweet potato fries and mixed salad.

Madison Riley

Apr 15,2025

As a tourist being guided by locals, it was such a treat to have them steer me towards the Potted Lobster. Fabulous food, very fresh fish, crackling seasoning, and a cosy night in after a long (and lovely) day on the cold and windy beach, I can't express how delightful it was to be there! The staff was friendly, welcoming, and attentive, and despite our large appetites we were full up quite quickly due to the generous portion sizes and array of dishes to try. I don't remember the name of it unfortunately but I indulged in a lovely chardonnay when I was there, which was a treat as well. Thanks again to the chef and staff -- I can't wait to visit again!

Mark Emsworth

Mar 22,2025

We booked here fairly late so could only sit in the (dog-bit) of the restaurant. I didn't really enjoy our table that much....with mutts being near food and tables. I love dogs...but not near food for humans! Having said that, the food and service was superb. Staff were absolutely lovely.

Lynne Morelli

Mar 7,2025

First visit to The Potted Lobster and it won’t be the last! Fantastic food - imaginative choices too. Service was exceptional. All staff were attentive and friendly. Could not find fault! Had the special winter lunch offer, but the a la carte menu looked delicious too. We will definitely be back!

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