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The Potted Lobster - Bamburgh, Bamburgh, Northumberland

The Potted Lobster - Bamburgh

4.7 (2173)
£26 to £40
Fish
3 Lucker Road, Bamburgh, Northumberland NE69 7BS

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
The Potted Lobster Bamburgh offers a unique and relaxed dining experience with a menu packed with fresh, locally sourced seafood. Quality is at the heart of everything we do, serving up simple yet delicious flavours using only the freshest ingredients sourced from around the coastline.

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What 2,173 people are saying

The Potted Lobster - Bamburgh reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Potted Lobster in Bamburgh is a must-visit for seafood enthusiasts. With "excellent service," a "great atmosphere," and "amazing food," it consistently delights diners. Its dog-friendly policy and diverse menu, featuring specials like potted lobster and fresh fish, make it a standout choice. Book early to ensure a spot!
2,173 Reviews

  1. Richard

    Oxford/Oxfordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal - very tasty starters: potted lobster and sealed scallops. Pan fried halibut paired with truffle and lobster mayo simply sensational. Highly recommended!

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  2. KEITH

    Norfolk/Suffolk1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Table booked not available some twenty minutes after our alloted time due to diners hanging about drinking coffee so we sat next to the main entrance door. Certainly no ambience or atmosphere there! When asking the young waitress about the wines she literally had no clue as to what was dry, medium, or sweet, i had to step in with my limited knowledge to ensure we got the right wine, you know more about them than me was the reply! The food was good and we had check backs for both courses. We thought it expensive for what we got and whilst we had a pleasant experience we wouldnt rush back.

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  3. kate

    Yorkshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Attractive restaurant right in the centre of Bamburgh (on street parking). Smart casual, very attentive staff Food very good quality and priced as you’d expect, wine similarly. Very nice

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  4. Jill

    Glasgow/Lanarkshire4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The best fresh seafood of the highest quality in Northumberland. Excellent scallops and lobster, beautifully and simply presented and cooked. Tables of 2 very close together but appreciate oats it’s a small restaurant.

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  5. Steve

    Derbyshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice restaurant in Bamburgh. Definitely worth a visit but need to make a reservation before hand as it gets booked up quickly. Staff were attentive and the food quality was great.

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  6. Lynn

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was good as ever. The food was average

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  7. HughWL

    Newcastle and Northumberland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding seafood. Always excellent, we have coming here since the present proprietor opened it (we knew his previous restaurant). Never had a duff meal and the staff are we'll-trained and personable. It can be noisy (and hot! But they now have air conditioning). Their new outdoor seating is very comfortable if you like that sort of thing. Looking forward to visiting again soon!

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  8. John

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A fabulous experience with amazing food. The choices available from the main menu and the daily specials is spot on. Good wine selection. Overall lived it.

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  9. Usha

    London6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The lobster pot starter and the lobster was scrumptious but the seafood linguine was okay.

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  10. John

    Newcastle and Northumberland1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 26, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Good food, but long delay until we received our main course.

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The Potted Lobster - Bamburgh is rated 4.7 stars by 2173 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 42 times today
Google Map for The Potted Lobster - Bamburgh

3 Lucker Road, Bamburgh, Northumberland NE69 7BS

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Bamburgh
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Fish
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Richard Sim
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
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