Lobster Dave Seafood Restaurant and Sports Bar
A beloved waterfront spot in Ocho Rios, Lobster Dave offers a fresh taste of Jamaican seafood, famous for its diverse lobster preparations and stunnin...
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Lobster Dave Seafood Restaurant and Sports Bar
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A beloved waterfront spot in Ocho Rios, Lobster Dave offers a fresh taste of Jamaican seafood, famous for its diverse lobster preparations and stunning ocean views.
Respect Lobster Season
Visit outside lobster closed season (April-June) to ensure sustainable and legal practices.
Choose Your Seating
Opt for indoor or balcony seating for air-conditioned comfort or alfresco dining by the water.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Seafood, Jamaican
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+1 876-632-4655
Address
Shop #20, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
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Signature Lobster Dishes
Experience perfectly cooked lobsters prepared in various ways: curried, jerked, barbecued, cracked, or grilled.
Stunning Sea View Dining
Dine al fresco with breathtaking views of the turquoise waters and the Ocho Rios Cruise Port.
Authentic Jamaican Flavors
Savor unique Jamaican cuisine like seasoned red snapper with brown stew sauce or flavorful curry goat.
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Respect Lobster Season
Visit outside lobster closed season (April-June) to ensure sustainable and legal practices.
Choose Your Seating
Opt for indoor or balcony seating for air-conditioned comfort or alfresco dining by the water.
Be Patient
Service can be slow, especially during peak times. Allow ample time for your meal.
Ask About Specials
Inquire about any daily specials or what's fresh from the sea.
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Respect Lobster Season
Visit outside lobster closed season (April-June) to ensure sustainable and legal practices.
Choose Your Seating
Opt for indoor or balcony seating for air-conditioned comfort or alfresco dining by the water.
Be Patient
Service can be slow, especially during peak times. Allow ample time for your meal.
Ask About Specials
Inquire about any daily specials or what's fresh from the sea.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Lobster Dave Seafood Restaurant offers a beautiful waterfront dining experience with some standout dishes, particularly its signature lobster preparations and Jamaican specialties. However, diners frequently note issues with slow service and inconsistent food quality, with some meals arriving cold or lacking expected flavor. Despite these criticisms, the stunning views and refreshing drinks often compensate for the occasional culinary misstep.
"The food and service was excellent!! Brianna took her time with me as a newbie to Jamaican cuisine. Seasoned red snapper with brown stew sauce is a must!"
Cat S
"Not worth the hype in my opinion!! I ordered a steamed fish and it was basic and just “okay”. I didn’t get the Jamaican flavors that I was expecting, the vegetables could have been cooked more too. Charging ppl $5,000 for a fish and it not being outstanding is crazy!! The servers are very slow. There wasn’t a lot of ppl when I went and yet they were slow to take orders and bring out the food, etc. Dave, do better for all the hype and money you charge!!"
Natasha Ali
"It’s hard for me to rate places in my homeland low, but I had high expectations for this spot and it turned out to be a bit of a disappointment.
First of all, we waited a very long time for our food, and there wasn’t a crowd there. When the food finally arrived, the conch was not fresh at all, and the lobster had no flavor. It was supposed to be garlic butter, but there was hardly any garlic or butter on it.
The service itself was decent, and the atmosphere is beautiful since it’s right by the water and a very popular spot. Many celebrities even visit. However, I think they could do much better with the food, and I truly hope they improve."
Marietta Williams
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lobster Dave is renowned for its signature lobster dishes, which can be prepared in various ways including curried, jerked, barbecued, cracked, or grilled.
To ensure availability and compliance with regulations, visit outside of the lobster closed season (April-June). Service can be slow, so allow ample time.
Yes, besides seafood, they offer unique Jamaican dishes like seasoned red snapper with brown stew sauce and curry goat.
Absolutely! The bar serves a variety of cocktails and drinks, and many reviewers praise their quality.
The restaurant boasts a beautiful sea view, often overlooking the Ocho Rios Cruise Port, making it a picturesque dining spot.
Yes, the restaurant is a popular spot for locals, tourists, and celebrities, with mentions of Rick Ross and Offset visiting.
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Local celebrities, residents, and tourists frequent this beachside restaurant that serves some of the best seafood in Ocho Rios. The namesake signature dish can be prepared in a variety of ways: curried, jerked, barbecued, cracked, or grilled. Other seafood dishes, like fish, conch, and shrimp—along with chicken—are also popular, and the bar serves a mix of cocktails and drinks.
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In a bid to boost decimated fish stocks, the Jamaican government has enforced closed seasons on lobster and conch during their reproductive cycles – August 1 to December 31 for conch, and April 1 to June 30 for lobster. It is illegal for restaurants to serve lobster or conch caught during these times, and while many will tell you that the stock is frozen and predates the deadline, this is obviously not always true, and you should avoid restaurants that don’t comply with the law.
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Sharing the second level with Whalers, Lobster Dave (upstairs,10am-11pm daily, later on weekends, US$6-20) has indoor and balcony seating for air-conditioned and alfresco dining. The kitchen pumps out crab, lobster, fish and conch. Reggae Kitchen (shop 3, Fishermen’s Beach, tel. 876/822-0984, noon-10pm daily, US$8-22) is a seafood and Jamaican fare specialist serving steamed or escoveitch snapper in addition to vegetable chunks, chicken, oxtail, and steam veg.
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Before the cruise ships, the docks in Ocho Rios were lined with fishing boats, supporting its leading economy. Located in Fisherman’s Point, Lobster Dave Seafood Restaurant is an ode to the fishing tradition by providing visitors with a fresh taste of what’s floating offshore of the island. The airy dining room is perfect for groups and sits right over the water for views of the Ocho Rios Cruise Port.
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Yes, we are talking about Lobster Dave, one of the best open-air seafood restaurants in Ocho Rios. Lobster Dave is a secluded beach shack at Fisherman’s Point where you can expect a straightforward, delicious meal. Don’t miss Dave’s signature grilled lobster, the main course, is another dish worth trying.
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Restaurants are also nearby including Ciao Bella Art Café & Restaurant, Evitas, Miss T’s Kitchen, Lobster Dave, Whalers, Oceans 11 Seafood Restaurant and Ocho Rios Jerk Centre.
Ocho Rios On Your Own
Here you can enjoy a meal al fresco, sitting on a picnic bench eating a tin foil wrapped $20 lobster off of a paper plate.
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