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The Lobster

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Address: 1602 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA, 90401 | Map It
Phone: 310/458-9294 | Reserve Online
www.thelobster.com

Price range: $$-$$$
Cuisine: Seafood
Location: Santa Monica

Write a review | Avg. member rating: 4.2/5

Fodor's Review:

Anchoring the beach end of the festive Santa Monica Pier, the Lobster usually teems with locals and tourists alike, who come here for the jubilant scene, the great view, and the comfort seafood of chef Allyson Thurber. Start with lobster cocktail with tarragon-lemon aïoli, lobster clam chowder, or lobster salad with sweet corn pancakes. For entrées, the theme continues with both Maine and Pacific spiny varieties—but dishes like king salmon in herb sauce are equally satisfying. Weather permitting, request a table on the terrace, both for the views and an escape from the high-decibel interior.

Keep in mind: Reservations essential.
Credit Cards: AE, D, DC, MC, V

Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by mscarls from Carlsbad, CA on 1/1/08
Our food was excellent. I was amazed at how much lobster and other expensive seafood was in my cioppino.
However, we waited 40 minutes for a window table but ended up with one at which only one person had a good view.
The tables are too close together.