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| - Methinks that Rock Lobster might be writing cheques that its kitchen and service can't cash. It's an acceptable dining option, and if you're in the mood for seafood in downtown Toronto, I'd wager it's one of the more affordable options (which is not to say it's cheap), but it's not terribly successful at anything it attempts to do.
Except the Caesars. They are bloody massive, come with a half a lobster tail, and at $13, are definitely the best drink on their menu. I didn't order one because I am indifferent to Caesars, but one of my dining companions did and we all had serious drink envy when his came out. (By comparison, I got the Lorraine, which is just $1 cheaper, and was about 1/6 of the size. It also tasted vaguely like medicine, though it did look like something a lady from Downton Abbey might guzzle, so I sipped it in style!)
Service is well-meaning but a bit absent-minded (our waiter started off by promising he would bring us out waters, but after about 20 minutes, we had to remind him of said promise), however the staff are friendly and good humored and I genuinely believe they are doing their best. I suspect the problem is with the kitchen, which I think must have massive problems--as others have mentioned, it seems like Rock Lobster is incapable of getting dishes out in the proper order. Our requested app of the Lobster Poutine (!) came out about 5-minutes after two of our mains had arrived. Please notice that I did not say ALL of our mains, because in fact, 2/3 of our party were served a full 15-minutes before the remaining person. Don't know if the kitchen lost track of the final order or what, but given that we all ordered sandwiches, that's poor planning on their part.
Although you will wait a while for your food, it is tasty, although for $13+ for a sandwich, I felt the main attractions were a bit meager. For those complaining about the bread used, I will say that if Rock Lobster is paying homage to the Lobster Rolls of the East Coast, then this is an authentic choice and nicely prepared. I felt like the fillings could be more generous, as it seemed like the rolls that came accompanied with fries were overshadowed by the size of the side. I figure the pricetag is somewhat inflated because we're dealing with seafood, but part of it is, I'm sure, just because. Rock Lobster isn't terrible value for what you get, I suppose, but it's not great either.
Also, they have a sign outside proclaiming they have been voted the best patio in Toronto... Does Toronto only have one patio? Because RL's patio is fine insofar that they do, in fact, have outdoor seating, but there's nothing especially great about it or the location. If you like to dine al fresco, then you have that option, but it's pretty bare bones/minimalist.
Rock Lobster: It's fine. You could do worse, but I'm sure you could do better too. Nothing I saw or tasted was so good that I'd go out of my way to come back, but I wouldn't kick up a fuss if someone I knew wanted to try it. But maybe next time I'll just stick to the Caesar...
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