I called the Viking 3 weeks ago and they had 2 - 5 lb lobsters. They said prices were $15/lb. Typically, lobster price per pound increases as the lobster gets larger. Hayes store on Harlem Road only had chicks (1 1/4 lb) but were getting in more for Saturday (I think 1 1/2 lbs). Their prices were a little lower per pound but that was to be expected since they were smaller lobsters. Hayes' Kenmore store only stocked frozen lobster tails. Unfortunately, most seafood places in Buffalo only sell frozen lobster tails (a waste of $$ IMO since they are tough and tasteless). An employee at Wegman's apologized when I called the Amherst Street store and explained that their tank was broken. No matter, because most supermarkets seem to only stock chicks anyways.

Buffalo is fortunate to have many really good restaurants and most serve alcoholic beverages. If a restaurant chooses not to do so, is it not qualified to be considered a good dining experience?

Some of the issues involved in the sale of - or providing alcoholic beverages are, the cost of inventory, cost of regulation, , insurance, extra labor, liability and expertise. Usually these factors are addressed by analyzing profitability and adjusting accordingly. In order to be profitable significant markup is necessary, In consideration of the already high cost of products served, why should diners who do not want alcoholic beverages be surcharged because of it's availability?

Moral issues aside, restaurants by not providing or selling alcoholic beverages and not being subject to the considerations of doing so, allow their customers to be free to choose their own beverages without the extra expense that restaurants must charge in offering alcoholic beverages.

the post here in march did not mention any prices either. does that have anything to do with the viking billboard that flashes here 24/7. do the reviewers not concern themselves with prices since they don't have to reach for their wallets. why is there no liquor served. why are they only open friday and saturday.

lol high life and lobster!

As a matter of fact the contributors on the YUM Channel all pay for their own meals. It is a rare occasion when they don't and that is usually when there is a function and the food is free anyways (who wouldn't want to take advantage of that)? We leave it up to the individual contributors as to whether they want to post prices or not. I am sure that if you asked Gabrielle what sort of prices the Viking charges for a lobster she would be more than happy to tell you. I would tell you now, but I usually have the fish fry when I go.

Very possibly the management of the Viking Lobster Company has other interests or their wholesale and retail business takes up the rest of the week and possibly their catering, event business occupies their time.

My guess is that the management of The Viking Lobster Company, understands that their customers can perceive what reasonable prices are for what they offer. Promoting prices is only one way business gain a loyal customer base. Good service, unique product, availability and quality are just as important.

To be quite honest, I didn't post the price because I couldn't find the menu when I was writing the article. I can't answer why they are only open Friday and Saturdays (and other days for private parties), but the reason they don't have a liquor license as it was explained to us is that it's not cost-efficient to have one when you only ARE open Friday and Saturdays. You're paying for 30 days of coverage when you're open for 8. Anything else?

Charlie Q? Is that you???