"There are a few food items that are synonymous with Maine, one of them being the ever-so-delicious lobster roll. Tourists have been flocking to every corner of the Pine Tree state for decades to devour the delicacy. However, not all lobster rolls are built the same. Often, the biggest complaint people have about a lobster is...not enough lobster. So, the Taste of Maine restaurant in Woolwich decided to solve that problem once and for all," the WCYY says.

"Shared on Facebook by Taste of Maine restaurant, they claim to be serving the world's largest lobster roll, a monster sub at least three times the size of a typical lobster roll. It's a signature menu item, and if you're successful in completing the entire lobster roll by yourself, your reward is entry into the very exclusive clean plate club. If you don't think that's possible, think again. Apparently, this gentleman has taken down the world's largest lobster roll TWELVE times.

"So what makes up the world's largest lobster roll? It's simple, really. The no frills menu item is simply a super-sized sub roll filled with lobster, lettuce, and mayo. It's served with a side of fries or watermelon to clean your pallet (we're kidding about the pallet part). The number one question in comments seems to be about the price. Given current market conditions for lobster, the daily market price for the 'world's largest lobster roll' has been between $150 and $170. Some will scoff at the price, but if you're traveling from afar just to get your hands on a Maine lobster roll, why not try the largest one?"

"If you love seafood there’s no better than to be than Maine! From clams to oysters and everything in between you can’t possibly spend time in Vacationland without feeling satisfied. But, if you’re the type that needs a little something extra to fully satiate that need for seafood you’re going to want to head to this family-owned restaurant! The Taste of Maine has the biggest lobster roll in Maine, in fact, their menu calls it the World’s Largest Lobster Roll. We think they might be right about that one," the Only In Your State says.

"You can't miss it driving down US-1. Mainly because it has a giant lobster hanging out on the roof. It's been owned and operated by the Gregory family since 1978 which means that they have a pretty good idea of how to make Mainers happy.

"But what we love most is the world's biggest lobster roll! Which, despite a $60+ price tag, might be one of the most popular items on the menu. Served with loads of lobster meat, lettuce and mayo this thing is a monster! And we mean monster in the best way possible. We don't advise trying it alone, although we're told it's certainly been done. People come from thousands of miles away to experience this signature meal."

"Samantha Ramsdell is a TikTok star, with an incredibly big mouth. She holds the record for women, with a mouth that stretches at a whopping 6.52 cm! So big in fact, that she is a Guinness World Records title holder, for "World's Largest Mouth Gape", so why not head to Maine, to try the self-proclaimed "World's Largest Lobster Roll?" Z107.3 says.

"This legendary restaurant has been serving up delicious seafood since 1978. They have a few claims to fame, one being a giant inflatable lobster that sits on top of the roof, and covers about 75% of it, and the other is their claim that they serve "The World’s Largest Lobster Roll."

"These bad boys are 22-inches long, and it has become a dare that many customers have taken on over the years. In fact, should you finish this beast, you become an official member of "The Clean Plate Club" which based on the sheer size of this lobster roll, is no easy feat."

"Taste of Maine in Woolwich had a pretty big announcement which also raised the question: there wasn’t a leash inside this lobster roll, was there? That’s right – one customer downed “The World’s Largest Lobster Roll” in just under ten minutes. The roll contains two pounds of meat, or about six or seven lobsters," the Seacoast Current says.



"It’s been an exciting time in the world of competitive eating here in New England. Just last fall, a man set an all-time record at the Topsfield Fair by eating 10 quarter-pound hot dogs in less than seven minutes. This isn’t the first time someone has finished off this particular lobster monstrosity. A glance at Taste of Maine’s Facebook page shows several people embarking on the ambitious feat.

"The speed, though, is the key. Two pounds of lobster in less than ten minutes! Quick going down, but a lot to think about in the aftermath."

"Finish this lobster roll served up by a restaurant in here in Maine and you'll proudly become a member of it's "clean plate" club. Someone may have to help you out to the car, but hey. Taste of Maine Restaurant on Main Street in Woolwich, which is down around the Bath area, serves up a lobster roll about five or six times the size of a normal one. So take off your belt and belly up, if you dare," the i95roks.com says.

"Like many of Maine's restaurants, there isn't a price listed on the Taste Of Maine's menu for The World's Largest Lobster Roll, but we hear it's upward of around $100. A small price to pay for what could very well feed a family of four...or maybe five.

"The World's Largest Lobster Roll is served up with a slice of watermelon to round the meal out, which is reminiscent of being "out to camp" on the Fourth of July. Now we don't know what the dubious distinction of being part of the clean plate club involves, but we're hoping that any award presented to the supreme crustacean cruncher comes with a bottle of Rolaids and a key to the nearest restroom."

"What’s the secret behind your roll?

Our rolls are made with fresh Maine lobster meat. Served on a toasted custom roll. The best thing about our roll is you can order it warm with butter or mixed with mayonnaise.

When did you first start making your rolls?

We have served fresh Maine lobster rolls since 1978. A few years back, we introduced the World’s Largest Lobster Roll. It’s two feet long and contains a pound and a quarter of lobster meat.

If you weren’t making rolls in Maine, what would you be doing?

I would defi nitely be in the restaurant industry, that is where my heart is.  (Down East)

"The Taste of Maine Restaurant serves fresh, mouth-watering Maine lobster and seafood, compliments by great steaks. The restaurant offers both a great atmosphere and gorgeous view of Pleasant Cove, one of the prettiest waterfronts in Maine. The building is filled with beautiful antique collectibles from all over Maine," the New England Commercial Property says.

"The Taste of Maine Restaurant is famous for serving the World’s Largest Lobster Roll. The colossal sandwich is 24 inches long and filled with 1 1/4 pounds of fresh lobster meat. For the past 10 years the business has been posting photos of those who order the special roll on their Facebook page, and it’s been a huge marketing success. This has created a ripple effect that leads to more sales of this popular product.

"The Taste of Maine Restaurant was Down East Magazine’s winner of the Best Lobster Roll in Maine in 2021. The restaurant has also won many awards in past Bath Holiday Parades, chowder competitions, and many others – all of which hang on the walls as you enter the building. However, the restaurant’s greatest achievement is being as successful as they are after 43 years in business."

"With inflation on the rise and business slow, Taste of Maine Restaurant servers Ashleigh McElman and Tiana Burton were stunned when they received extremely large tips from a customer this past Fourth of July weekend. Burton has been working at the restaurant for over a year now and couldn’t believe the $400 tip she received after deciding to cover a shift for her co-worker.

"“Receiving that tip was an absolute blessing, especially on a busy holiday,” Burton said. “I picked up a shift so that another co-worker could have the day off. But spending the Fourth at the restaurant was like spending the day with my extended family. I was happy to be there,” The Portland Press Herald reports.

"The same customer returned with their family two days later, leaving an $800 tip for McElman. McElman and Burton are keeping mum as to who the customer is, out of respect for the customer’s privacy. McElman has been working at the restaurant for 16 years and said her customers have always been generous but said she was “blown away by this tip.”

"The service was great. We ordered the World’s Largest Lobster Roll With butter couldn’t ask for a better lobster roll. The atmosphere Beautiful."

"We thoroughly enjoyed the lobster roll!! We requested it warm served without mayo, with a side of butter. The lobster was cooked to perfection and absolutely delicious! Don’t hesitate to get it."

"Yes, it's 'kitchy'' and touristy....but the food is good and the staff is friendly and fun. We did get the 2 ft. lobster roll four 4 to share and a gluten free lobster roll and everyone was satisfied. It was our last night in Maine and our last lobster dinner. For us, a very good experience with a shout-out to a lovely piano player."

"Got the giant lobster roll, just for the experience. 24 inch lobster roll with 24 ounces of lobster meat. It was good, but probably wouldn't get it again. The baked mushroom appetizer was great."

"The lobster rolls are excellent. 7 ounces of lobster is sufficient for a lunch and it was delicious. The pineapple pie was excellent- an Ashleigh recommendation. I had the blueberry pie- also delicious."

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