Elliott W.
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Ferris wheel, Roller Coasters, live music street performers and Ocean Views all suspended on the boardwalk an entertaining event day or night.
Just past the entrance to the Boardwalk on the left hand side is The Albright.
A nautical knot that ties together generations of a local family business. Tbe Albright opened on the Santa Monica Pier in 1977, today husband and wife duo - Yunnie & Greg Morena are at the helm of the Pier mainstay.
Preserving the original character, they modernized the vibe providing a relaxed seaside setting and unique compliment to the iconic Pier. The delicious menu reflects their commitment to sustainable seafood, locally sourced ingredients and extensive craft beer and California wine program.
Live lobster swim in tanks at the entrance, and large tables and communal benches line the interior.
View of the ocean and passing pier visitors are only second to the fresh seafood dishes that pour out of the kitchen.
Visiting The Albright on a Brisk 50 degree night, & I couldn't pass up the
Spicy Seafood Soup a classic since 1977. clams, shrimp, mussels, cod, langoustine, squid, alongside jasmine rice. The broth was sultry, rich and spicy. With hints of cilantro, tomato and lemon.
Reminded me of Birria consume with the fattiness of beef replaced with rich seafood essence. Overflowing with fresh seafood, it was an absolute culinary joy to fish through the broth with my spoon to assemble the perfect bite.
Both the Crab and Shrimp rolls were dressed perfectly and surrounded with warm toasted soft bread. Calamari and Shrimp were delicately breaded and fried, both were sweet, plump, & natural flavor shined through