Famous for their inhabitation of cold and uncontaminated waters, Boston lobsters have been adored around the world since the twentieth century. Now, J’s Harbour – Guangzhou’s one and only lobster roll eatery – has mastered the daunting task of shipping Boston lobsters across the Pacific, giving us a much-needed taste of rich, American seafood.
What you should expect upon entering J’s Harbour, a flashy joint located on the periphery of Canton Place, is a live demo of the lobster-sandwich-making process. First, a chef cracks open the sea creature and pounds its meat in organic olive oil. Next, he stuffs the lobster between a smoky, buttered roll and sprinkles a bit of salt, thyme and basil on top to give the sandwich a layered kick. Suit yourself by squeezing lemon juice as a final touch and there you have it – a voluptuous, nutrient-rich and perplexingly delicious lobster roll.
For the more ravenous folks in town, J’s Harbour offers a limited number of ten heaping rolls made with the meat of half a lobster, or about 75 grams (as opposed to the usual 45 grams) per day. Served alongside a cup of lobster soup, the package is a steal at RMB168. Regular sized sandwiches are priced at RMB68, by comparison. If crustaceans are more your thing, try a prawn roll at RMB44 and pair it with a bottle of Australia’s Victoria Bitter (RMB28).
The lobster soup (RMB33), simmered in the original shell for over six hours, blends seasonal vegetables and lobster meat to give it a tangy flavor. Dip a buttery roll in the thick broth and you’ll be recommending the place to a friend in no time. If you’re striving for that sexy Canton Tower shape, however, stick with the energy-dense vegetable soup (RMB23), made with wholly organic ingredients.
On top of its signature lobster and prawn rolls, J’s Harbour offers staples such as tomato spaghetti bolognese (RMB28) and bacon cheese potato (RMB33). A mix of romaine lettuce, oakleaf lettuce, beetroot and kale enriched with cherry tomatoes, kidney beans and baby corn, the organic salad (RMB25) ensures enough intake of fiber, with every bite refreshing.
Open from 10am to 11pm, J’s Harbour embraces an outdoor patio with a bright, retro interior that gives the venue a relaxing air. Passersby will be drawn in by J’s striking blue and red logo, which promises greasy seaside comfort and a lazy beer under the sun.
Price: Approx. RMB110
Who’s going: Lobster foodies, nearby white-collars
Good for: Hip lunch, a proper seafood hoagie
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