Lobster is a delicacy that is sought by native Mainers or visitors to the state. The freshest Maine lobster is found at a coastal lobster shack or lobster pound. In 1875 tidal lobster pounds were introduced as a way to store live lobster for future sale, according to the Lobster Institute. A modern lobster pound has exterior or interior storage tanks for live lobsters that are for sale to customers. The customer can buy live lobsters to take home or pick out lobsters to be cooked and eaten on the premises.
Search current Maine vacation guides and magazines for one of the many lobster pounds in the state. Current editions will be up-to-date in the ever-changing business environment.
Seek out online sources and business advertisements to access up-to-date information on availability and location of fresh lobster sales in Maine. Most lobster pounds and other lobster sources open to the public in April or early May.
Visit a Maine tourist information booth and inquire about local lobster pounds. The volunteers or employees will be able to give detailed directions to the lobster businesses in the area. The Maine Lobster Council, The Lobster Institute and Maine Lobster Dealers Association are sources of lobster business directories.
