Game Day Lobster Rolls

There’s nothing quite like a homemade lobster roll — buttery bread, creamy lemon-dill filling, and sweet chunks of PEI lobster that taste like summer by the sea. This game day lobster rolls recipe was born out of a new family tradition: cheering for the Toronto Blue Jays while recreating the flavours of my Prince Edward Island getaway.

After visiting Charlottetown and tasting some of the best Atlantic Canadian lobster, I came home determined to bring a little East Coast joy to my Ontario kitchen. On the night of Game 7 of the recent craziness that was the Baseball World Series, I baked soft rolls from scratch, tossed my last batch of PEI lobster in mayo, dill, lemon, and celery, and made the kind of comfort food that turns a baseball game into a celebration.

These homemade lobster rolls are simple, fresh, and deeply satisfying — perfect for game day, weekend lunches, or anytime you want a taste of the coast. Whether you’re a lifelong seafood lover or trying lobster rolls for the first time, this recipe brings together the best of Canadian seafood, cozy homemade bread, and coastal comfort in every bite.

🦞 Keep scrolling for the full recipe, Instagram video, and a few tips for making perfect lobster rolls at home.

Serving Ideas

• Classic Game-Day Style: Pair with kettle chips and crisp dill pickles.

• East-Coast Picnic: Serve with coleslaw, corn on the cob, and a squeeze of lemon.

• Dinner Upgrade: Add a side of creamy chowder or a light garden salad.

• Drink Pairing: A cold glass of white wine, sparkling lemonade, or local craft beer complements the buttery richness perfectly.

Tips for Perfect Lobster Rolls

1. Use fresh or flash-frozen lobster for authentic sweetness and texture. I got mine on a recent trip to PEI, and I cannot speak enough about this!

2. Don’t overmix the filling — fold gently so the lobster chunks stay intact. Once the lobster meat is coated in the gooey sauce, you’re good to go!

3. Lightly toast your rolls with butter for crisp edges and extra flavour.

4. Balance your seasoning: a touch of lemon zest brightens everything. Feel free to adjust with your favourite herbs and seasonings and suit to your spice tolerance.

5. Prep ahead: bake rolls the day before, store airtight, and re-warm before serving. it’s equally as good, and takes the game day prep stress of you!

6. Presentation tip: sprinkle fresh dill, parsley or chives over the top for a pop of colour.

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Prep time

15 Min

Cook time

30 Min

Inactive time

1 H & 30 M

Total time

2 H & 15 M

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PEI Lobster Rolls with Homemade Bread (East Coast Style)

Fresh Atlantic lobster meets buttery, homemade rolls in this classic PEI lobster roll recipe — simple, indulgent, and perfect for game day or a cozy weekend meal. The rolls are baked from scratch, filled with tender lobster tossed in a creamy lemon-dill mayo, and inspired by East Coast flavours.

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Ingredients

For the Bread Rolls

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (2¼ tsp) instant yeast
• 1 cup warm milk
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 egg, for golden crust (optional)

For the Lobster Roll Filling

• 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped
• 2 tbsp real mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice + ½ tsp zest
• 1 tbsp finely chopped celery
• 1 tsp fresh dill (or ½ tsp dried)
• ½ tsp Old Bay or seafood seasoning
• Pinch of cayenne or chili flakes (to taste)
• Salt and cracked pepper to taste
• Melted butter, for toasting rolls

Instructions

1. Prepare the dough: Mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let bloom 5–10 minutes. If the mixture does not bubble, change the yeast and restart the process. Add melted butter and salt, then stir in flour until a soft dough forms. Knead for 8 minutes until smooth.
2. Rise and bake: Cover and let rise until doubled (1 hour). Shape into 4–6 small rolls, let rise again 30 minutes, brush with egg wash, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes. Brush warm rolls with melted butter.
3. Saute the lobster: In a pan on medium heat, melt 1tbsp of butter. When the garlic is fragrant and translucent, add your lobster meat and sprinkle some chili flakes (to taste, based on your spice tolerance.) Toss in the pan until the lobster is fully coated in the garlic-chili mixture.
4. Mix the lobster filling: Combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, zest, celery, dill, seasoning, and lobster. Toss gently to coat.
5. Assemble the lobster rolls: Split warm rolls lengthwise, toast with butter, and fill generously with lobster mixture. Garnish with dill or chives.
6. Serving Ideas: Serve with kettle chips or salad for a light meal, or as a game day treat paired with chilled white wine or sparkling water.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

610

Fat

15 g

Sat. Fat

8 g

Carbs

82 g

Fiber

3 g

Net carbs

79 g

Sugar

9 g

Protein

34 g

Sodium

1219 mg

Cholesterol

223 mg

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