Lefty's is Addison's only "East Coast" seafood restaurant and regular hangout for sports figures, celebrities and chefs. Lefty's serves the freshest fish, superb hand cut steaks, live lobsters, king crab legs, cold water oysters, clams, pasta and the chef's fabulous daily specials. Lefty’s offers an excellent wine list and a cozy well stocked bar. Lefty's "a neighborhood joint with world class food" operated by the Papageorge family renowned for the finest food, service and atmosphere since 1910.
"The seafood is fresh and often flown in that morning! Be sure to check out the nightly specials as they are often creating something new. On the regular menu, the Pistachio Crusted Trout and Grilled Salmon are a sure bet. And the Pan Fried Lobster and Shrimp with an orange and champagne butter sauce is amazing! And if you ever want the best Alaskan King Crab Legs, this is the place!"
Dined on 6/13/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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"I asked for my fish to be well done. It came out rare the first time and rare the second time. I blame the waiter but never the less, it was a bad meal and experience"
Dined on 6/08/2013
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"A lobster & baked potato place. Predictable, friendly & casual... It's a throw back to simpler times. Aspires to be a lobster shack off the cost of New England.... just lacks a view of the ocean and the smell of salty air."
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"The lobster was excellent! The baked potato was very simple yet perfectly cooked. The noise level is quite high. Nothing fancy about it. Just good food."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"The seafood entrees are very fresh and well prepared. Wait staff are attentive, even when busy. The restaurant is comfortable and relaxing to be in. Not our first visit and surely not our last. Lefty's never disappoints and is our go to place when we want a special meal despite the fact it is a half hour drive from our home. Well done in all respects."
Dined on 5/26/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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"First, we sat at the bar and waited forever for service since the girl was filling table orders. Maybe two bartenders at prime time Sat night is needed. As always, I loved my steak and creme brûlée. We came in with a party of 7.....our server, older gentleman, just couldn't keep up. My drink was wrong, bottle of wine was wrong, he was not so pleasant when one of us asked for something. Husband's sea bass was ok at best and was overly saturated in butter. We have been to Lefty's several times and this was by far the worst experience."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"They never miss on preparing a "cull" lobster. Best deal in town @ $21.95 any day of the week. Seasonal fish is most reasonable and well prepared. Last visit they offered a special of Grouper "En Papillote" and I requested the Sea Bass in lieu of Grouper. They complied and it was the best fish dish I've eaten this year (under $20!!). Always good food, sevice and ambience."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"First time back in some time (5+ years)- and still consistently solid value and freshly prepped goodness. Stuffed shrimp very satisfying, with just the right texture and Ritzy (cracker, that is) flavor. Salads equally fresh, including Greek and House Green with balsamic vinegar dressing."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, kid-friendly
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"Delicious! The lobster bisque and clam chowder mix was a great way to start. And I can always go for the baked stuffed lobster. It was so easy to make a reservation and enjoy a fantastic dinner!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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"The Pan Fried Branzini with crab and avocado topping served with asparagus, carrots and potatoes was amazing! Be sure to check out other entrees on their Specials Menu - you will not be disappointed! Highly recommend a visit to Lefty's!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Lots of kids, food was mediocre, martini tasted weird, smelled cigarette smoke a few times(not sure from where it was coming). The place was packed, so I guess people like it; however, I won't go back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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"Great good, great service. Reminded me of a traditional New England seafood restaurant....even the cigarette smoke smell which I could have done without...really shouldn't allow smoking."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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"Amazing! The crab and avocado appetizer was really good. The broiled lobster tail was HUGE and it was INCREDIBLE! Brent was our server, and he was FANTASTIC too. Overall, I LOVED the place. Next time I will ask for a booth when I make the reservation, but on Saturday night on a holiday weekend, I would expect the place to be packed, so no problem that we felt "a little cozy" at a small table between a narrow walkway and a party of 20."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
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"The food is wonderful but be prepared; they still allow smoking at the bar. And the bar is the first thing you walk in to when entering the restaurant."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2009
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"First time & we will be back! On a Saturday night was glad we had reservations, restaurant was crowded but our table for 6 was set ready right on time. Calamari was not on the menu but our waiter said he would check with the chef & they had it for us. Blue Point oysters on the half shell were fresh & good as were the 1# culls (1 claw lobsters). The waiter will crack your lobster for you if you want but they were easy to do ourselves too since the tails pre-split tails help. The desserts are very generous in size, chocolate cake (warm, served with a side of ice cream) and key lime pie were both delicious!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"No surprises here. Lefty's is consistent in every way. Always trust a place where the staff remains year after year. The menu doesnt change either. Exceptional food and exceptional service. Really no comparison. Lefty's is in a class by itself. Although we only splurge a couple of times a year for lobster it's always at this little gem of a place. In over a decade I have never been disappointed."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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"The concept of buying culled lobsters (missing a claw) and passing the savings on to the customer is brilliant, but not the whole story of Lefty's. The lobster bisque is decadent, and the daily fresh fish and seafood specials are always creative and cooked properly. They offer an eclectic variety of servers that attentive and knowledgeable. This is the place to bring your friends."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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"Had dinner on 3/7. Food was excellent - stuffed Red Snapper and the chicken pasta dish. Both quite good! Oh, and the Maryland crab cake was excellent! Service alternated between "Outstanding" to "Terrible," so, on average, I guess it was not quite "good."
Will definitely go back."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"Celebrated a birthday party this particular visit and the food, once again, was outstanding! The staff was very accommodating and the service was impeccable. We were able to relax and take our time. Highly recommend!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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"The restaurant was pretty inside, but extremely loud. The tables were very close together. We were a big group of 8 and there was a couple on a date that was right on top of us. The service was extremely slow. We had to ask for bread and menus. My fish was dry and the brocolli was frozen. The waiter brought someone the wrong me so gave it to someone else at the table and never came back with the gentleman's meal. When the manager came by to ask how things were we told him about our issues and he brought out the other meal promptly. He took away my brocolli and brought me garlic potatoes and charged me extra. I heard the lobster is good, but my trout was very dry."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
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"I had the surf and turf and the lobster was great! The steak not so much. For the amount I paid I figured it would of tasted much better. Next time if there is a next time I will stick to lobster and thats it."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2012
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"First time we have been to Lefty's, Living in Mansfield it was a haul to get there but it was well worth it. The food and service was OUTSTANDING! We will definitely be back. Keith and Brenda"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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"My husband proposed to me at this restaurant 13 years ago on my 38th birthday! It was amazing then and even now. We have taken friends and our children. We live an hour north and don;t ever mind the drive!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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