Sponsored Content

4 reasons to dine at this downtown institution

The Lobster Trap is celebrating 20 years of serving fresh, sustainable seafood in Western North Carolina.

Sponsored by
Photo 1: Plate of oysters, Photo 2: Young girl eating lobster, Photo 3: Platter with variety of seafood and corn, Photo 4: Lobster sits on tray of ice with lemon.

Who says you can’t get fresh seafood in Western North Carolina?

Photos provided by The Lobster Trap

“Bears, beer, and local businesses:" us if we were asked to describe Asheville in three(ish) words.

Thanks to our community’s love of local biz, The Lobster Trap is celebrating 20 years of providing fresh, sustainable seafood in the heart of downtown.

So whether you’re new to the area, an Oyster Night regular (IYKYK), or rekindling a tradition, there’s something for everyone to shellebrate:

  • A refreshed menu | Find classics like Maine lobster rolls + new specials like NC scallops
  • Oyster Night | $2 house oysters every Tuesday
  • Local partnerships | Try the Asheville Mule, a cocktail that supports area hospitality workers, and catch live music every weekend
  • Restaurant Week specials | If you missed the last one, mark your calendars for Feb. 18-24 for even more unique flavors + pairings

Pro tip: The Lobster Trap is now accepting catering orders. Elevate your next dinner party, wedding, or celebration with a raw bar.

Hook a reservation

More from AVLtoday
Make the most of the season without pulling out your wallet.
Join the cleanups, crafting, parties, and promotions happening in honor of the world around us.
Lend an ear to four Record Store Day releases from over the years, pressed here in Asheville at Citizen Vinyl.
It’s time to dust off the checkered picnic basket + blanket and take advantage of the fresh air.
After more than 100 seasons as McCormick Field, the ballpark is now dubbed HomeTrust Park, marking a partnership between Asheville’s minor league team and its largest financial institution.
Land bridges have become an increasingly popular tool to facilitate safe passage for wildlife, and the state’s first will be completed by the end of the year in Robbinsville.
The City of Asheville and Thrive Asheville are partnering to identify what worked well as neighbors responded to Helene — share your stories at the April 18 event.
Dip your toes into “phillumeny,” aka the practice of collecting matchbooks, while you explore Asheville and support local businesses at the same time.
The group behind Gan Shan, Jettie Rae’s, and Vinnie’s is setting out to capture the magic of NY’s Mott Street with its fourth concept, The Majestic.