Jordans Lobster Off Knapp St

(718) 934-6300

3165 Harkness Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11235 40.5866 -73.9291

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Neighborhood: Sheepshead Bay

Price:

$$

Last updated 4.01.09

Category:

Seafood Markets, Restaurants, Wholesale Seafood, Seafood Manufacturers

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, B.Y.O.B., Outdoor Dining, Waterfront Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining

General Info:

Open 7 Days

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What People Are Saying About Jordans Lobster Off Knapp St

Featured Review

Kathleen Squires

Contributor

In Short – Take a quick trip to Maine at this classic lobster pound where the outdoor picnic tables are the prime seats in summertime. Diners can choose from chowders, sandwiches and fried or broiled platters featuring the swimmers of their fancy. But lobster is the best catch here, served one to three pounds, steamed or broiled. Film buffs will recognize the spot as the inspiration for the indie film "Brooklyn Lobster," which chronicles the real life financial struggle of the Jordan family.

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Parking:
Jordan's offers free parking.
The Extras:
You can also buy fresh seafood at the adjoining shop.
food quality
83.33000183105469% positive
  1. “Fried clams are one of my favorites along with the lobsters and soups.”
  2. “Great fresh seafood right from the market next store.”
  3. “The shrimp and lobster bisques are very good, but serverd in styrofoam cups which will affect the taste if not eaten quickly.”
service
100.0% positive
  1. “Cashiers can be a little more attentive and the TV reception stinks - as does the choice of shows.”
value
100.0% positive
  1. “The prices for what you get are very reasonable.”
2 Star Rating: Below Average

05/18/08

Where's the clams?

by bb5508

I was very disappointed in the quality of the fried clams at Jordan's. They were mostly breading and had little if any clam flavor. Our receipt promised a free order of french fries but we didn't get them and the staff didn't understand English well enough when I asked why. For the price, there should be more service, more atmosphere, and more clams! Two stars is generous for this place.

  • Pros: Fresh food
  • Cons: Poor customer service, poor value, poor ambience
4 Star Rating: Recommended

05/06/04

Lobster Fan

by bianco_della_neve

This place is Brooklyns version of a Maine lobster pound. While it can get pricey, 25$ for a lobster 3sides and a refillable drink, its tons of fun, and the food tastes great! Definitely a must!!

  • Pros: Lobster, All other seafood, Divey
  • Cons: , damp, ALWAYS COLD!!
3.5 Star Rating: Average

08/30/03

Great lobster deal

by gsp209

The prices for what you get are very reasonable. It's hard to get to if you don't have a car though.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

10/15/02

Good Neighborhood Seafood

by Robert_Fernandez

Jordans is one of the best quick cheap seafood places in the city. Great fresh seafood right from the market next store. Fried clams are one of my favorites along with the lobsters and soups. The shrimp and lobster bisques are very good, but serverd in styrofoam cups which will affect the taste if not eaten quickly. Stay away from the corn in the platters. Always overcooked and tasteless. Cashiers can be a little more attentive and the TV reception stinks - as does the choice of shows.

  • Pros: quick reliable food, Bisques, Neighboorhood place
  • Cons: Corn, Styrofoam cups

The Details on Jordans Lobster Off Knapp St

Place Categories:

  • great fresh seafood right
  • more attentive cashiers
  • very good bisques
  • favorite fried clams
  • very reasonable prices