The Lobster Trap Menu

If you’re craving fresh seafood right in the heart of downtown Asheville, the The Lobster Trap Menu is where things get exciting. Tucked along Patton Avenue, this spot brings a laid-back coastal vibe to the mountains, and you can taste that seaside influence in every section of the menu. It starts strong with raw bar favorites and steamer pots that feel straight off the dock, then moves into hearty plates loaded with lobster, crab, shrimp, and whatever else the ocean had to offer.

There’s a nice balance here, too. You’ll find classic New England-style lobster rolls sitting comfortably alongside rich pasta dishes, grilled fish, and seafood platters piled high. Even if you’re not in the mood for shellfish, there are plenty of options that still deliver bold, satisfying flavor. It’s the kind of menu you browse slowly because everything sounds tempting, and once you finally choose, you’re already planning what to try next time.

Oysters on the Half Shell

North Carolina Oysters
US$3.00
Top Shelf Oysters
US$4.00

Specials Small Bites

Oyster Rockefeller
Eight gulf oysters on the half shell topped with a mixture of fresh watercress, garlic, parsley and Pernod. Baked in the oven and topped with Hollandaise and bread crumbs. (contains raw egg)
US$22.00
Baked Oysters
eight oysters topped with a spinach and crab cream mix (GF)
US$22.00

Appetizers

Lobster Stuffed Mushrooms
Button Mushrooms stuffed with lobster, cheese and herbs.
US$17.00
Maple Bacon Scallops
Half dozen bacon-wrapped scallops with Maine maple syrup.
US$18.00
City Bakery Barley Baguette
City Bakery French Baguette served with whole butter. (V)
US$6.00
Steam Bowl-Mussels
Mussels (24) served with broth and slice of baguette. (GF)
US$18.00
Steam Bowl-Clams
Clams (12) with broth and slice of baguette
US$18.00
Steam Bowl-Clams and Mussels
Mixed Clams (8) and Mussels (16) with broth and slice of baguette. (GF)
US$18.00
Steam Bowl-Large Shrimp
Large Shrimp (1/2 lb) steamed with Old Bay seasoning and served with drawn butter and cocktail sauce. (GF)
US$16.00
Baked Salmon Poke
baked marinated salmon, nori seaweed, sushi rice, sriracha-lime aioli (DINE IN ONLY)
US$20.00

Soup & Salad

Lobster Bisque
A Maine classic prepared in the traditional manner.
US$12.00
House Salad
Fresh seasonal vegetables. (V) (GF) Choice of: housemade cranberry vinaigrette (V) (GF), caesar, toasted sesame vinaigrette (V), bleu cheese (V), ranch dressing(V)
US$12.00
Caesar Salad
Crisp romaine, creamy Caesar dressing, parmesan, croutons, and cheese.
US$14.00
Bibb Salad
Pistachios, dried cranberries, manchego, sliced pear, orange-balsamic dressing (GF)
US$15.00
New England Clam Chowder & Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread
US$12.00

Chilled Seafood Towers

TRIPLE TOWER
A three tiered tower with a pound of snow crab legs, one Chick lobster, half a pound of shrimp, eight Little Neck clams, Cocktail claws with chipotle mustard aioli and a dozen Gulf Coast oysters.
US$160.00
DOUBLE TOWER
A two tiered tower with your choice of a pound of snow crab legs or a Chick Lobster with six Little Neck clams, half a pound of shrimp, Cocktail claws with chipotle mustard aioli and a dozen Gulf Coast oysters.
US$110.00

Classics

Wicked Good Maine Lobster
From Tom's trap to our trap to your trap. Steamed or grilled and served in the shell with corn and new potatoes. (GF)
US$50.00
Snow Crab
One pound of crab legs served with corn and new potatoes. (GF)
US$50.00
Lobster Newburg
A whole stripped Maine Lobster sauteed in a sherry cream sauce and served over a puff pastry with sauteed haricot vert and crushed pecans.
US$52.00
Maine Lobster Roll
Fresh sweet Maine Lobster (4oz's) chilled and served on a locally made brioche bun. Also available lightly dressed with mayo based sauce on request.
US$39.00
Cioppino
mussels, clams, crab, smoked fish, andouille sausage, herbed broth, grilled bread
US$38.00
NY Strip
11 oz. cut of Prime NY strip cooked to order with grilled broccolini, fingerling potato and demi glace. (GF)
US$39.00
Shrimp and Grits
White heirloom grits with shrimp, cheddar cheese and Benton's bacon in a chipotle gravy.
US$34.00
Trap Crab Cakes
Two fresh lump crab cakes over house tarter sauce and served with vinegar slaw and corn pudding.
US$36.00
Surf and Turf
Grilled Prime NY Strip cooked to order with choice of whole Maine Lobster or 1 lb. of crab legs, with grilled broccolini and fingerling potatoes. (GF)
US$84.00
The Lobster Trap Clam Bake
Lobster, shrimp, mussels, littleneck clams, new potatoes and corn on the cob. (GF)
US$75.00
The Lobster Trap Feast
24 Oysters, 2 Crab Cakes, Maple Bacon Scallops, 1 lb. Shrimp, 2 Lobsters, 1 lb. snow crab, 24 Mussels, 12 Clams, Corn and new potatoes and a Whole Baguette.
US$265.00

Fresh Catch

Swordfish au Poivre
grilled swordfish, green beans, whipped russet potato, red cabbage, apple, seasonal mushroom, au poivre cream sauce
US$37.00
Scallop & Shrimp Curry
seared sea scallops and shrimp served in a yellow curry sauce with basmati rice, mint, and mango
US$40.00

Sides For Sharing

Grilled Broccolini
US$13.00
Mashed Potatoes
sour cream and chives
US$9.00
Award Winning Lobster Macaroni and Cheese
US$15.00
Collard Greens with Smoked Ham
US$9.00

Kid's Menu

Fish Sticks with One Side
US$10.00
Cheese Quesadilla
US$7.00
Lobster Macaroni & Cheese
US$7.00
Shrimp Scampi with Linguini
US$9.00
Butter Pasta
US$7.00
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