Live Lobster
Buy live lobster online and choose an available delivery date at checkout. Shop sustainably sourced, whole 1–3 lb. Maine lobsters, traceable to our partner docks, or larger wild-caught Canadian lobsters for sharing and celebrations. Check each listing for its origin, quantity options and availability.
For a classic lobster dinner, plan on one 1.25–1.5 lb. lobster per adult. Listed weights include the shell. Compare sizes and minimum quantities in our live lobster size guide, then review delivery and arrival care. Free overnight shipping is available on eligible orders; confirm your total at checkout.
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What Size Live Lobster Should You Buy?
Start with one 1.25–1.5 lb. Maine lobster per adult for a traditional dinner. Choose a larger lobster for a bigger appetite or to share, and check your pot size before ordering a jumbo lobster.
| Weight per lobster | Origin | Suggested use | Minimum quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 lb. | Maine | A lighter portion, or meat for rolls and recipes | 4 lobsters |
| 1.25 lb. or 1.5 lb. | Maine | A classic dinner: one lobster per adult, with sides | 2 lobsters |
| 1.75 lb. | Maine | A larger individual serving | 2 lobsters |
| 2 lb., 2.5 lb. or 3 lb. | Maine | A hearty meal or a lobster to share | 1 lobster |
| 4–6 lb. | Canada | A centerpiece for sharing | 1 lobster |
| 6–20 lb. | Canada | A large centerpiece for a group or event | Call to confirm availability and ordering |
Weights are for the whole, shell-on lobster, not edible meat. Portions are suggestions; appetite and side dishes matter. The selected product's quantity selector shows the total number of lobsters included. For larger groups, compare our 12- and 24-count packs of 1 lb. lobsters or ask about wholesale orders.
How Live Lobster Delivery Works
- Choose your size and count. Select the quantity on the product page and review the price for that selection.
- Schedule delivery. Enter your address and choose an available date at checkout. Plan to cook your lobsters that day and arrange to receive the box promptly.
- Open and check your order. Live lobsters travel in insulated packaging with cooling packs. Follow the care instructions included with your shipment.
Shipping and Live Arrival
Free overnight shipping is available on eligible orders. Delivery options, charges and available dates depend on your address, cart and service; review the checkout total before paying. An exact delivery time is not guaranteed.
Our Live Lobster Guarantee applies to arrival alive on the scheduled delivery date, subject to the full terms and conditions. Report a live-lobster arrival issue within four hours of delivery through our claims portal, with the required photos. Survival overnight after delivery is not guaranteed.
Sustainably Sourced Maine Lobster
Our 1–3 lb. Maine live lobsters are sustainably sourced and wild-caught in Maine. Maine’s lobster fishery is managed for sustainable harvest, with size limits, protections for egg-bearing and V-notched females, and trap rules that support the future of the fishery. Our live Maine lobsters are traceable to our partner docks in Maine.
As a Maine company, we’re proud to stand behind our home fishery. Learn about our approach to sustainable seafood.
Maine and Canadian Live Lobster
Our Maine live-lobster listings cover sizes from 1–3 lb. The larger 4–20 lb. options are wild-caught Canadian lobster. Choose by the origin and weight shown on each product page.
Care and Cooking When Your Lobsters Arrive
Cook live lobsters on the day they arrive. Until cooking, keep them cool, damp and ventilated in the refrigerator and follow the care instructions in your box. Do not submerge them in tap or standing water, seal them in an airtight container, or freeze them. Do not cook or eat a dead or nonresponsive lobster; report an arrival issue promptly.
A Quick Cooking Reference
Boiling and steaming are common methods for whole live lobster. Choose cooking times by each lobster’s weight, rather than the number in the pot. Check the thickest tail and claw meat for 145°F and a pearly, opaque appearance. Use our complete guide for preparation, equipment and size-specific cooking instructions.
Live Lobster FAQ
Size, quantity, delivery and arrival care—quick answers before you order.For a traditional lobster dinner with sides, start with one 1.25–1.5 lb. lobster per adult. Choose a larger lobster for a bigger appetite or sharing. The listed weight includes the shell, not just edible meat; use the size guide above to compare options.
Yes. Our 2, 2.5 and 3 lb. Maine lobsters and 4–6 lb. Canadian lobsters have a one-lobster option. The 1 lb. size starts at four lobsters; the 1.25, 1.5 and 1.75 lb. sizes start at two. Check the selected listing for current options.
The product’s selected price covers the number of lobsters shown in its quantity option. Divide that price by the selected count to compare the cost per lobster. Include any shipping charges in your delivered-cost comparison, and review the final checkout total.
Our 1–3 lb. Maine live lobsters come from Maine and are traceable to our partner docks. The larger 4–20 lb. options are wild-caught Canadian lobster. Orders ship from Maine; check each listing for harvest origin, availability and delivery options.
The live lobster listings are for whole, live, uncooked lobsters. Some product photos show cooked serving suggestions. Check the selected product description and arrange to cook your live lobsters on the day they arrive.
Choose an available delivery date at checkout after entering your address. Dates depend on your location, products and service. Saturday or holiday availability and charges may vary, and an exact arrival time is not guaranteed.
Free overnight shipping is available on eligible orders. Eligibility and delivery charges depend on the products, address, delivery date and available service. Review the shipping options and final total in your cart and checkout.
Live lobsters are packed in insulated containers with cooling packs to help maintain temperature during transit. Open the box promptly on delivery, check your lobsters and follow the included care instructions.
Our Live Lobster Guarantee is subject to the full terms and conditions. Report an issue through our claims portal within four hours of delivery. Required photos include the lobster on its back on a flat surface. Do not cook or eat a dead or nonresponsive lobster.
Plan to cook them on arrival day. We do not guarantee survival overnight after delivery. Until cooking, refrigerate them cool, damp and ventilated, following the shipment’s instructions. Do not use tap or standing water, an airtight container or the freezer.
Boiling and steaming both work well. Timing depends on each lobster’s weight and your method. Follow our complete live lobster cooking guide for preparation and size-specific instructions, and check the thickest tail and claw meat for 145°F.