Lobster Burger Salad, shortened to “LBs” but pronounced “pounds”,
opened quietly in the Financial District this summer. Nonetheless, my food
loving friend caught sight of their wrought iron lobster signage and we were
immediately excited. However, with the luxury ingredient, prices would be steep
so who knew when we’d have a special occasion to try the place?
Trying to combat the mentality where lobster needs to be
charged at expensive market prices, LBs devised a menu with four mains all
costing $22: a 1.25 lb lobster, lobster roll, lobster salad, and the sole
non-seafood dish … the 6oz. bacon cheese burger. There’s also a lobster poutine
($20) for sharing and a selection of larger 2-6 lb lobsters ($75 - $185).
I wasn’t leaving LBs without having the lobster, so the 1.25
lb dinner was a good choice. The crustacean arrived separated with shells split,
eating it was a breeze. There was more than enough melted butter accompanying
the dish, but really with sweet succulent lobster meat, I rather have it plain.
And it was cooked well, not a rubbery bit at all.
Although I wouldn’t suggest using them for the lobster, LBs
also offers a selection of premium sauces (truffle aioli, lobster butter or
gravy) for an extra $4 as a special fry dip. Personally, I found the side fairly
salty already, so it really didn’t require any further condiments. What a
delicious combination: lobster and fries.
My friend’s lobster roll looked great with its butter
toasted bun and ample amount of meat. Since the roll is offered at their
takeout window during lunch for $16 (including chips), I’ll need to arrange a
lunch date soon.
While the mains are relatively affordable, LBs cocktails is
where margins are made. The citrusy grapefruit cordial in the rich girl ($16)
goes nicely with the lobster and the mezcal is spiked with a mellow chili so
there’s an interesting aftertaste that turns an otherwise plain drink into
something special.
As soon as you step into the restaurant the smell of cooking
shellfish is intoxicating - perhaps one of my favourite food scents. With
plenty of seating and reservations accepted, enjoying a lobster could not be
made any easier.
How To Find Them
Location: Toronto, Canada
Address: 100 Yonge Street
Address: 100 Yonge Street
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- 10 - absolute perfection!
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