Welcome to Jessica's Garden and Lobster Shack
**About Jessica's Garden and Lobster Shack**
Nestled in Marlborough, Connecticut, Jessica's Garden and Lobster Shack offers a delightful seafood experience. Known for its exceptional lobster rolls, the shack serves generous portions of fresh lobster in perfectly toasted butter buns, elevating the classic dish to new heights. Diners also rave about the lobster bisque and diverse menu, featuring gourmet grilled cheeses and refreshing smoothies. Beyond the culinary delights, the restaurant boasts picturesque surroundings, including a charming pond and fairy trail, making it an ideal spot for a scenic meal. Whether dining indoors or outdoors, guests leave with fond memories of this hidden gem.
- 198 E Hampton Rd, Marlborough, CT 06447, United States198 E Hampton Rd, Marlborough, CT 06447, United States Hotline: +1 860-295-1685
Welcome to Jessica's Garden and Lobster Shack, a hidden gem located at 198 E Hampton Rd, Marlborough, CT. With a picturesque setting that boasts beautiful landscapes, serene ponds, and a whimsical fairy trail, this charming eatery invites diners to enjoy delicious seafood in a truly enchanting environment.
At Jessica's, the highlight is undoubtedly the fresh and flavorful lobster rolls. Customers rave about their sumptuous lobster rolls, made with generous portions of quality lobster set on perfectly toasted buttered buns. Reviewers have described this dish as "the best lobster rolls in New England," showcasing a simple yet exquisite preparation that respects the freshness of its ingredients. The attention to detail is evident in the meticulous separation of lobster from the bun, ensuring every bite maintains its integrity without turning soggy.
But the menu doesn't stop at lobster. Indulge in mouthwatering options from their grill menu, including the unique Pear and Bacon Banana Burger and the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich. The array of choices caters to varied tastes, ensuring every palate finds something to love.
Additionally, don’t overlook their comforting mac & cheese, available in innovative flavors such as Bacon and Sundried Tomato and Buffalo Chicken. As if that weren't enough, a selection of delectable ice cream flavors caps off your meal, making it a perfect retreat for families and seafood lovers alike.
The experience at Jessica's is more than just a meal; it's an experience that captures the essence of coastal dining. Friendly service ensures your visit is pleasant, and the scenic views make it all the more memorable. A small indoor area is available for those less favorable weather days, keeping the dining experience cozy year-round.
It’s no wonder diners keep coming back, with numerous rave reviews highlighting not just the food but the atmosphere that Jessica’s Garden creates. Whether you’re enjoying a relaxing stroll by the pond or indulging in a delicious lobster roll after a day of exploration, Jessica's Garden and Lobster Shack promises a delightful escape that keeps your taste buds longing for more.
For inquiries, don't hesitate to reach out at +1 860-295-1685. Embrace the taste of the sea and support local flavors at Jessica's Garden—where quality meets charm!

Definitely the best lobster rolls I’ve had in New England toasted buns, generous portion of lobsters for the price, will be back to sure!

Although this is called the Lobster Shack, the other food itmes are delicious as well. (Including their delicious icecream!) What really took my breath away was the beautiful landscape, pond, and fairy trail that my party and I had the pleasure of strolling down. I highly recommend stopping here on a beautiful day. (They do have a small indoor eating area for if the weather is not as ideal)

I’ve traveled everywhere, I’ve eaten everything. This place is such a special find! The lobster roll was simple and completely delicious with a generous portion of lobster, and the lobster bisque was also great. My husband enjoyed his “pig pile” sandwich, gave it a 10/10. Huge fans, thank you Jessica’s Garden!

Let me start off by saying I’ve had thousands of lobster rolls. Not all get reviewed. I only review if they are the best or they are the worse. Almost any place can have a mid quality lobster roll but not many can be the best or the worst. If you want the best you have to try Jessica’s garden there fresh ingredients followed by their simplistic roll make it the best. In ct it happens a lot of the time where places get to fancy and make a good roll a bad roll, or they use lemon to cover up sub par frozen lobster. That is not the case what so ever at Jessica’s garden. They separate perfectly toasted butter roll from the perfect, fresh, delicious, quality lobster meat taking a bath in some fantastic butter. The fact they separate it. Well that’s to prevent sbs (soggy bun snot). This lobster roll will make you emotional for sure. If you wanted to you could bring a low tide scented candle, a beach towel, and a speaker playing waves crashing and seagulls flying and shouting. At that point close your eyes for your first bite and it will be like captain Brando himself in the seafood capital of the world Maine just was fishing 10 hours, drove his boat back to the bay, cooked the lobster himself and delivered you this delightful buttery roll himself straight from the boat that day after a long day at work. This is the roll of Connecticut and Jessica along with her garden should be proud. As for the service the guy was nice and had this 10/10 lobster roll in my hand in less than 5 min. Can’t beat that I will be back.

Great food and beautiful view. They are open year round. One of the few places in this area that does lobster rolls and other great seafood and gourmet grilled cheese.

Jessica's Garden is just a beautiful spot to get lunch or ice cream! I haven't had lunch here but I know they're famous for their lobster rolls. I come for ice cream. I love sitting and looking out at the beautiful pond and walking through the fairy gardens. It's just a peaceful and beautiful place. They have picnic tables and flowers surrounding the area. I highly recommend coming here. It's even worth the drive if you're not from the area. I'm lucky enough to live close by.

Highly recommend this wonderful place. Delicious and fresh food. Hot buttered lobster roll was perfect and came in a generous portion. Chowder was yummy as well as the fried fish/fries. We also enjoyed great ice cream and friendly service. Prices are very fair, haven’t seen a lobster roll for less than 25 for awhile! Pretty gardens, places to relax and sit, an indoor area, and even plants for sale. For the photographers, there is a painted wall mural for great photo ops.

My favorite lobster roll in CT. Hands down. And affordable. Juicy, buttery goodness. They now have an indoor dining area in addition to the picnic tables and chairs by the pond.