Make Your
Next Party a Boil
Live or cooked, DIY or prepared for you, for gatherings big or small — enjoy wine country’s most authentic lobster boil how you want, wherever you want.
How Our Boils Work
Napa Valley Lobster Co. boils provide you with all of the fresh ingredients and simple-to-use equipment you need to make both memories and a delicious meal.
It’s like BBQ’ing, but much easier.
It’s like cooking, but with way less clean up.
… and it’s like nothing you’ve ever experienced before.
Choose Your NVLCo. Boil Experience
All Napa Valley Lobster Co. boils are designed to make your dining experience unforgettable. Everything you need is provided with instructions that are as easy as boiling water, so you can enjoy family, friends, and fun rather than cooking or cleaning.
Backyard Boil, “Ready to Eat”
For 5-10 people | Inquire about pricing
Perfect for celebrating holidays, birthdays, or milestones — our “Ready to Eat” Backyard Boil comes fully cooked, so all you need to do is toss it on the table and get to crackin’! Available for pick up or delivery.*
*Delivery available in Napa Valley region only.
Backyard Boil,
“Ready to Cook”
For 5-10 people | Inquire about pricing
More hands on, even more fun — but still easy and enjoyable! Our “Ready to Cook” Backyard Boil comes with live lobsters, uncooked shrimp and sausage, and raw veggies to cook yourself. We provide the propane, boiling pot, and all the cooking items required, plus easy to follow instructions — so all you need to do is add the ingredients, stir, and enjoy. Don’t wait to cook it yourself? We’ll do that, too!
Private
Boil
For 20-30 people | Inquire about pricing
At-home birthday party? Company celebration? Our Private Boil is the best way to make your mid-sized gathering memorable with a live lobster boil that satisfies hunger for both good food and good times! Get all the food and equipment delivered to easily cook yourself, or request a skilled NVLCo. boil expert to cook for you, on-site.
Big
Boil
For 31+ people | Inquire about pricing
Make a statement at your next big event with the delicious sights, sounds, and smells of an authentic live lobster boil.
Includes our full, expertly trained NVLCo. staff, with your choice of banquet-style or individually plated service.
- Enhance Your Experience -
“An ideal way to entertain. Place your order, invite friends over, and—voila!— instant lobster boil in your own home.”
— Jenny (on Yelp)
What’s Included in Our Boils?
While you can choose from different ways to experience our boils, every NVLCo. option always includes the following combination of fresh and bountiful ingredients:
Whole Maine Lobsters (1 1/4 lb each!)
Jumbo Shrimp (in Shell)
Louisiana Hot Links
Ears of Sweet Corn
Whole Artichokes
Red New Potatoes
Head Garlic
Fresh-Baked Bread
Cajun Seasoning, Mayonnaise, & Drawn Butter
PLUS lobster bibs, moist towelettes, newspaper table coverings, instructions on how to eat a lobster, and access to "Chef Ben’s Bayou Ballads" Spotify playlist!
Also, every on-site, live boil includes full propane tanks and boiling pots with strainers.
Where We Boil
NVLCo. brings the freshness of Maine lobster, the tastes of New Orleans seasoning, and the charm of Napa alfresco dining all over Northern California and the Lone Star State of Texas.
FAQs
What is the difference between “ready to eat” and “ready to cook”?
“Ready to Eat” Backyard Boil comes fully cooked, so all you need to do is toss it on the table and get to crackin’, while Our “Ready to Cook” Backyard Boil comes with live lobsters, uncooked shrimp and sausage, and raw veggies to cook yourself. We provide the propane, boiling pot, and all the cooking items required, plus easy to follow instructions. Or request an NVLCo. team member to cook it for you on-site!
When is Lobster season?
Live lobster season is all year round, so it’s always a good time for a boil.
How long does the Lobster stay good before cooking it?
If you get the “Ready to Cook,” we suggest eating it on the day of delivery.
A lobster died in transit, what do I do?
If you happen to have a dead lobster upon arrival, please do not eat it. Reach out to us at (707) 226-3287.
Where do you travel to?
Our Northern California team covers all of Napa Valley, Marin County, the Tri-Valley, Peninsula, South Bay, and more. Our Texas team supports all of the Dallas-Ft. Worth Metroplex. If you’re interested in hosting an NVLCo. boil outside of those areas, contact us and we’ll see what we can do!
Where do you get your lobster?
We get our lobster from the New England Lobster Company based in Burlingame, CA. They provide us with fresh, live Maine lobster that’s shipped via air almost every day from their partners in Nova Scotia.
How do I reheat the “Ready to Eat” option?
We will provide easy reheating instructions using your oven for you to follow.
Do you have photos from previous events?
Browse below or check out our Instagram for our latest photos!
