Founded in 2005, The Lobster Trap is an Asheville institution, bringing the highest-quality sustainable seafood from the ocean to the mountains. Inspired by the friendly atmosphere of a New England backyard lobster bake, the restaurant has sourced its lobsters from the same Maine-based crew since its founding. The Lobster Trap offers a dining experience unlike any other in Western North Carolina thanks to its classic menu featuring favorites like surf and turf, clambakes, chilled seafood towers, crab cakes and more.
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Special Menu at The Lobster Trap
Special menu at the Lobster Trap for Asheville Restaurant Week!
January 21-27, $50 per person
Reservations recommended through Resy: https://resy.com/cities/asheville-nc/venues/the-lobster-trap?seats=2&date=2025-01-17
1st Course
COLD WATER OYSTERS*
Four North Eastern oysters, lemon, cocktail, mignonette
2nd Course
Choice of one
BIBB SALAD
Bibb lettuce with pickled jalapeno, chilled cocktail shrimp (5), tarragon- honey vinaigrette
CRAB CAKE
Pan-fried VA crab cake with slaw and tartar sauce
STEAM BOWL - MUSSELS
Little Neck Clams, Mussels, white wine broth, grilled piece 1/4 baguette
3rd Course
Choice of one
MAINE LOBSTER ROLL
Chilled Maine Lobster, local brioche bun, side of Old Bay seasoned chips. Tossed in mayo-based sauce upon request.
NC SCALLOPS
Pan seared scallops, bechamel sauce, roasted fingerlings, grilled asparagus
SNAPPER
Pan seared snapper, heirloom grits w/ pepper jack, sauteed chard, Cajun beurre Blanc
Inform your server of any allergies prior to ordering
*Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. We use eggs, wheat, soy, nuts, peanut oil and shellfish in this establishment.