Nestled on Ocean Avenue with stunning views of the Santa Monica Pier, this upscale seafood spot serves up exquisite lobster dishes and a cozy, elegant vibe.
"An iconic restaurant in Southern California overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica Pier, led by Executive Chef Govind Armstrong." - Mona Holmes
"The views don’t get much better than at the Lobster, the staple Santa Monica hangout that serves plenty of seafood. Steps from the Santa Monica Pier, this is the place to hang out, catch the ocean breeze, and eat very, very well." - Eater Staff
"Perched at the end of the famed Santa Monica Pier, The Lobster is the kind of place that'd show up in the dictionary under "tourist trap." There's no denying the panoramic ocean views from the dining room, but you'll pay for it in the form of middling, overpriced seafood dishes. Whatever you do, don't get suckered into buying the overcooked lobster (flown in from Maine). If a sunset pier moment is on your bucket list, you're better off grabbing a burger and a beer at Big Dean's a few steps away." - Garrett Snyder
"True to its name, this lovely perch overlooking the Santa Monica pier has earned its reputation for great American seafood, thanks to its focus on Maine lobsters and much more." - Kevin Chau
"True to its name, this lovely perch overlooking the Santa Monica pier has earned its reputation for great American seafood, thanks to its focus on Maine lobsters and much more. Don’t let its beachy location lure you into thinking that this is a tourist trap. Tightly spaced tables don’t leave much room for privacy and the service seems focused on efficiency, but those expansive views and steaming seafood more than compensate.Lobsters arrive at the height of temptation—find them beautifully steamed until the meat is so incredibly tender, rendering that side of melted butter all but superfluous. Hearty seared crab cakes have a crisp exterior and are generously filled with meat, served alongside peppery arugula, fennel salad and remoulade." - Michelin Inspector
