Lobster
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Message from the Business
Rich in history, "The Lobster" stands as a tribute to the family that built its reputation. Established as a Lobster Shack in 1923, the remaining original structure within the foundation and walls of the main entrance and footprint still stand at the corner of Ocean Avenue and the Pier. "Established in 1923", recessed in the corner stone, greets guests in the spirit and heritage that only belongs to "The Lobster".
The menu is classic American seafood featuring whole live Maine lobsters. Guests can sit at any seat in the restaurant or bar area and enjoy 180 degree views of the spectacular Pacific Ocean, accented by it's breathtaking sunsets, even celebrate the sea spun sunset phenomena called the 'Green Flash'. The terrace provides fresh coastal air for those who love to dine outdoors.
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Top Sentiments among Lobster Reviewers
Love steamed lobster
Fabulous crab cakes
Fresh corn salad
Best lobster dinner
Delicious John Dory fish
Great calamari
Wonderful dishes
Jumbo shrimps
Extensive drink menu
Like Jim Beam sauce
Customer Reviews (149 reviews)
ANTONIO
on Yahoo Oct 12, 2009We went to dine on Sunday, 10/11/09 and our wait was short, we received our water and bread by the bus boy ( Mexican kid) very promptly, after about 25 mins.(a long wait) the table next to us was filled and the waiter give... (more)
sasha felix
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2009Food was good and the views of the sunset awesome. The ambience was great and so was the crowd. (more)
EconomicArmageddon
on Citysearch Feb 01, 2009The atmosphere is great- at the base of the Santa Monica pier, overlooking the ocean. The scene is very Santa Monica trendy. You do pay for the view. Went for DineLA, and they were out of Lobster! Terrible. Service... (more)
BrigitteTols
on Citysearch Jan 10, 2009I'll start of by declaring that I'm a jaded West LA native who spends most of my dinners at restaurants, and comes from a family of European chefs. I initially passed off The Lobster as a tourist trap with a beautiful... (more)
Yamato y
on Yahoo Dec 31, 2008The Lobster is one of my best restaurant, because when ate some steamed lobster, it was soft and warm and the taste was just great. So I would highly recommend this restaurant. (more)
LondonLeslie
on Citysearch Nov 29, 2008First and foremost, I like The Lobster, just not the same way anymore. Probably will happily never return or at least never book a reservation again. If it is logistically convenient to walk in and have a drink or bite... (more)
krznlv
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2008I went here for my bday and the food was very good. I'd the scallops and they're just delicious, and the fish was just really good. I loved the view even tough we did not get to sit at the window like I requested because... (more)
clementine23
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