Had lunch today at the Hau Tree, and used this opportunity to assess your mother's taste in lobster rolls
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First a bit about the roll composition: In addition to lobster, there is umami aioli, herbs, crispy prosciutto, and avocado. Served on a brioche bun. With a side of french fries.
My first impression of the roll was wow--why did they put bacon on top of it! As I continued to eat the roll, I got more impressed with the different flavors contained within and how the flavors were layered. The sandwich was very filling, and in the end, I was quite impressed with the lobster roll. The brioche bun was my favorite of all the lobster roll buns that I have tried of recent. The creamy avocado-- which was in the bottom layer was a great touch. I'm not sure about whether the prosciutto added or detracted from the experience. Next time, I think I will order it with the prosciutto on the side so I can experiment with how it alters the flavor profile. Next time I will ask if they can make the fries extra crispy. The fries were not too salty, which was a plus.
At $32 for the roll, these are not kamaaina prices, and is 33% more expensive than the rolls at Feast or Et Al. Definitely a more more complex version of a lobster roll, but if price is an object, then buyer beware.
FlyinHawaiian , mahalo for mentioning the Hau Tree option for rolls!