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Live Maine Lobster in Indianapolis at Caplinger's Fresh Catch, Indianapolis
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Live Maine Lobster in Indianapolis

Live Maine lobster with one day's notice, in any size you need. Take it home to cook, or let our kitchen steam it for you, fresh and ready.

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Live Maine Lobster in Indianapolis

Live Maine lobster with one day's notice, in any size you need. Take it home to cook, or let our kitchen steam it for you, fresh and ready.

  • Reserved for you: you pick the size you want
  • Sweet, cold-water Maine lobster
  • We'll steam it for you: or take it home live
  • Great for date night, holidays and surf-and-turf
  • Call ahead for multiple lobsters or big orders

Quick facts

How it's sold
Live, priced by size/weight
How much per person
One 1¼–1½ lb lobster per person
Where
Shadeland & Southside markets
Cook for me?
Yes, we'll steam it hot
Call to order · (317) 288-7263
Cooking guide

How to cook live lobster

A few foolproof ways to do it right at home, or let our kitchen cook it for you.

Steam (best)

Add 2 inches of salted water to a big pot, bring to a boil, add lobster, cover and steam ~12–14 minutes for a 1½ lb lobster.

Boil

Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil, submerge the lobster, and cook about 10 minutes for the first pound plus 3 minutes per extra pound.

Grill

Split lengthwise, brush with butter, and grill flesh-side down 5–6 minutes, then flip 3–4 minutes more.

Know it's done

The shell turns bright red, the meat is opaque, and a tail antenna pulls out easily. Internal temp ~140°F.

Serve

Crack the claws and tail, serve with drawn butter and lemon. Save the body for stock.

Let us cook it

Pick your lobster at the market and we'll steam it for you, ready to crack and enjoy.

Make it a meal

Pairings & tips

Lobster is made for drawn butter and lemon. Pair with corn, baby potatoes, a simple salad and crusty bread, or go surf-and-turf with a good steak. Chardonnay or Champagne makes it a celebration.

Where to get it

Fresh at our markets

Live Maine lobster is available with one day's notice at our Shadeland and Southside markets. Reserve ahead for multiple lobsters or special occasions and we'll have them ready.

Watch

The lobster roll that put us on the map

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Good to know

Questions, answered

How much lobster should I get per person?
A 1¼ to 1½ pound lobster per person is the sweet spot for a main course.
Do you steam the lobster for me?
Yes, reserve your lobster a day ahead and our kitchen will steam it fresh and ready to eat.
How do I keep a live lobster before cooking?
Keep it cold in the fridge on damp newspaper or seaweed and cook it the same day for the best flavor.
How long do you boil or steam lobster?
Steam a 1½ lb lobster about 12–14 minutes, or boil roughly 10 minutes for the first pound plus 3 minutes per additional pound.
Where can I buy live lobster in Indianapolis?
From the live tank at Caplinger's Shadeland and Southside markets.