Spring, Summer & Fall: Maine is known for lobster and no matter where you turn you will see plenty of restaurants touting their lobster specials. Twin lobsters, baked stuffed, lobster rolls you name it you can find it! It’s hard to know where the best spot to go is and that’s why you need some direction. First, your best bet is to stay clear of Route 1, not that the restaurants don’t serve quality lobster but, the price you will pay could afford you twice as much if you move in-land a little. The best places to go and enjoy lobster are the co-ops that you will usually fine in the small coastal towns where lobstering is a way of life. There is a great one in Pemaquid, The Fisherman’s Coop. This place is not fancy, picnic tables and plastic ware but, the food is as fresh as it comes and the views are unbelievable! This is almost as good as having a lobster bake at home (you can bring your own bottle of wine), without having to cook or clean up the mess. If you want to have you own lobster bake at home you can definitely do it and keep the cost down based on the time of year you decide to have your lobster feast. The summer months offer the best prices as it is an easier time for the fishermen to get out there and haul lobsters. During December when lobsters begin to shed you can get a great deal on soft shell lobsters that are both sweet and succulent. The search for the perfect lobster roll is complete if you find yourself in southern Maine. Head over to the Clam Shack in Kennebunkport. The town may scream tourist trap but, the lobster roll is by far the best around! There are plenty of places to go to find the best lobsters around. So don’t get caught in the trap, the tourist trap that is, find your perfectly fresh Maine lobster and sit down and enjoy yourself!