50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Playa Del Rey

“I came across Playa Provisions when in town for business. It was a short Uber from the airport, so I figured I'd give it a try. This place is an absolute gem! It is a unique setup that has everything you'd possibly need from morning until late at night: Cafe in the front for coffee and fresh baked good, as well as full breakfast menu. Later in the heat of the afternoon, take a break from the beach (right across the street) and enjoy hand scooped specialty ice cream cones and shakes. Oh look, it's dinner time... and Playa Provisions opens their dining room and bar, some of the best, most relaxed ambience you'll find for miles around. But don't let the casual setting fool you, this is some incredible, elevated cuisine. Chef owners Nick and Brooke (who you might recognize) crafted a menu that's I've been eating my way through, and have yet to find a dish that's not delicious. You've been eating and drinking all day, and are exhausted? Don't leave yet! Wander into the back 'secret' whiskey bar, (Grain Whiskey Bar) and enjoy hand crafted cocktails from award winning bartenders (no, literally), in a gorgeous wood laden atmosphere. I consider myself a foodie, and try as many different restaurants and cuisines as I can. And yet, Playa Provisions remains my favorite restaurant in LA (and that's saying something, considering the amazing places in LA). Run, don't walk, to Playa Provisions. You'll thank me.“

“My favorite sushi place in LA!! Such a hidden gem. Been coming here for 3.5 years, and it’s still my favorite sushi spot I’ve been to in LA. Perfect balance of price and quality. The food is super fresh and the price and service is really good. I take all my out of town guests here. Sometimes it’s a bit of wait, so factor that in beforehand. An absolute must to try!!!“

“excellent service and the food was absolutely delicious.“

“Absolutely delicious with amazing service and care! Go!!“

“Excellent food and service“

“Everything about this place is excellent. The food is flavorful and clearly made with care, the service is kind and attentive, and the atmosphere is both elegant and inviting. A wonderful dining experience every time!“

“What a fantastic dining experience! We were so well taken care of, and the food was amazeballs! Definitely top of my list as my new favorite seafood restaurant. Elijah, the bartender was awesome and Katie went out of the way to make sure we had a lovely time. What an evening… I highly recommend this place.“

“The tasting menu is full of unique seafood dishes, and the portions are generous.“

“Saltie Girl is still top 5 in LA. Always relaxed, very inviting, the courses were served timely. Oysters were delicious, love their mignonette, crudo full of flavor with a hint of spice, and caviar service unmatched. Love coming here for a mid-day wkd Spritz. Our server was very kind, friendly, and checked in on us attentively. I know every time I come here is always a positive experience.“

“Went with my daughter Saturday night and David took amazing care of us! Outside seating set the mood for a wonderful meal from smalls to dessert. Great wine recommendation as well. Overheard David speak with bus staff in a very respectful manner which added to the experience. Highly recommend and will be back.“

“Excellent food and fantastic service😊“

“The fish bar is in a great location the bartender Rose makes amazing drinks she friendly & attentive. She knows you by name. The food was great atmosphere is relaxed all the staff treats you like family. Highly recommend!“

“Although I was a little put off by the paper plate table settings… this was by far the most delicious food I’ve had… a wildly unexpected treat! Simple yet brilliant flavors using incredible olive oil… it’s my new favorite place! Highly recommended…“

“Great food , excellent customer service and friendly I will stop by all the time, because food are delicious 🤤“

“The signature dish is the crab in sauce, which comes in medium and large sizes. medium is two crabs with two bowls of rice, and large is three crabs. Compared with other Korean restaurants, the sauce crab taste is mild, and it will not be salty enough to explode in the middle of the meal and cannot continue to eat. The crab is fresh, not fishy, and the meat is firm, not squishy. The crab meat is also very full, the crab legs are full, there is no empty shell crab. The sea urchin rice is a little smaller but the sea urchin is enough. regular sea urchins are not particularly sweet, but they are fresh and worth the price. The sea urchin Rice bowl combo will be served with steamed eggs, runny eggs and two prawns in sauce. Raw marinated salmon rice is amazing to me. The salmon is marinated just enough to be flavorful, but not overly salty. The portions are generous. You can eat two bites of each piece of salmon.“

“The food was absolutely delicious. The service on the other hand needs improvement One in our party of 4 had their drink served 20 min after the rest. It was a martini but came with no olives when olives were asked for. It seemed the waiter had too many tables and the lack of good service really distracted from the overall dining experience“

“Beyond expectations! Best meal & service in at least 10 years. I’ll be back!“

“Amazing view!! Delicious Polynesian Sea Bass. Visited LA for 4 nights and my best meal!!! Walkable area with beach and bike path. Will come back and stay in this area! Restaurant prices are not too high in comparison to other restaurants that aren’t as good.“

“This is a high-quality seafood market and restaurant in Santa Monica. They also carry a small selection of vegetables, seasonings, and flowers. The variety of fish, clams, other seafood, and deli items is impressive, and everything is always fresh. The deli items, such as calamari salad, Hawaiian ahi poke, and pickled herring, are especially recommended.

The atmosphere is lively, and the staff are very attentive.
Don’t miss this spot if you’re in the mood for great seafood.“

“Fantastic sushi for a great price, hence the queue! Luckily the line moves quickly. I would first go to the shelves to grab some rolls, then take a number for the fresh sashimi before jumping in line to pay.

Limited seating outside so also consider having a friend grab a table while you collect all your sushi bits 🐟“

“Dude absolutely freaking delicious. This is my 3rd time coming to this place. And every time I come, I am craving the cocktail with shrimp and octopus. It taste so fresh and so home made.

The place is always crowed with people ordering. It's a small establishment, but very well organized, super clean and with air conditioning on which keeps it cool inside. Next time, I am going to try the shrimp tacos, as many order them.“

“Literally everything we ordered was a 5/5.

Tuna tostada
Surf clam ceviche
Yuca
Roasted veggies (sleeper hit, this was actually the crowd fav I think)
Sea bass carpaccio
Kanpachi en banana leaf
Sticky toffee pudding“

“Absolutely fantastic place! Food is delicious. Taste festival in each dish. Seafood super fresh! Im in Europe cant find anything like Marocan Goddess 🥹🥹🥹🥹 Love you guys! The best recommendations ❤️❤️ This spot is a must visit if youre in LA. Also super close to LAX“

“HEY IF YOU LOVE LOBSTER 🦞 GO SPEND 26 DOLLARS FRIST AND GET THAT LOB&CHIPS SUPER BOMB 💣 AND THAT BUTTER ROLL THEY PUT THE LOBSTERS ON KICKS IN ON THE BACKSLIDE GOING DOWN YOU MOUTH REALLY REALLY GOOD 26 DOLLARS WELL SPENT SO IF YOU LOVE LOBSTERS AND YOUR N IN THE AREA GO CHECK THEM OUT (sumthing different & Affordable ) five stars 🌟flush 😄“

“Early Monday morning. Great service. Ordered the chorizo burrito no beans and the weenie burrito. Both had eggs cooked to perfection. Although I prefer my chorizo mixed in with my eggs. Just a personal preference. Tortillas amazing. Salsa rojo to die for. Would def come back!! Great location near the beach!“

“I come here once a year and it’s always incredible. The service is amazing & they always remember us somehow! We’ve had the same waiter each time!

Food is great & consistent and the ambiance is amazing. We’re from NYC but take a yearly trip to LA. This is a go to every time.

Caesar salad, Tomahawk, Mac n cheese, their break & butter 🙏“

“What a happy surprise. The food is incredible, everything I had - I loved. Presentation was amazing. Sitting in the back on a summer night was perfect. The service was great. 10/10 spot. I can’t wait to come back and try the other ceviches on the menu.“

“Every single thing we ordered was full of popping flavors with savory mouth watering aromas. Normally I'm not a person who eats much, but this visit brought outy fat side ( in a good way ). I ate four whole lobsters in one sitting plus some fish ( definitely order the langostinos-lobster), recommend 10/10“

“The food and the atmosphere are AMAZING“

“Excellent service, amazing lobster 🦞 with crab rice. I just wish I was given the prices before agreeing on the upgrade. I ordered a family for 2 and CJ server offered to make it 3ppl. I was kinda surprised with my bills and how the restaurant dictate the gratuity %….Overall, I love dining in this restaurant because we were welcome and were given a great and warm reception. Thank you to the staff who made us feel special especially to CJ she was amazing. Indeed, the most expensive meal I have eaten lol it’s worth it.“

“This place is the best place in Koreatown/Los Angeles for seafood
5/5 for the price
5/5 for the music
5/5 for the drinks
Our server Max is awesome he always checked on us kept the lemons coming and had awesome jokes I love this place 100/10“

“Excellent service great ambience ‘ they also have the amazing tequila card with a variety of tequilas . P“

“me and my family enjoy coming to this location every summer it's been 15 plus years, if you're looking for a good quality seafood this is the spot😋“

“Lobster Bisque in a bread bowl!“

“I saw this bar on my home from work one day. The name got my attention. I stopped in looking for a nice spot close to work that I could tell my coworkers about and I found it. Nick was the first person that I spoke to. He was very helpful. I later met Sydney and she was as accommodating as Nick. Very nice staff.

The food was delicious. The atmosphere was spot on for a after work hangout.“

“Absolutely Phenomenal! Ann and her staff were excellent. The food was perfect. The night was perfect. The restaurant is perfect. You get what you pay for and everything in life. This is well worth it.“

“I loved the service and the food. The atmosphere is nice too. We were seated near the band as requested by my friends and it was a little hard to hear them speaking. The band was excellent and over all we had a beautiful time. I suggest that if you decide to go there check the online menu first. I had the salmon and it was heavenly along with the chocolate cake and nice and cheesy Au graten potatoes. You absolutely will not be disappointed when you go trust me.“

“friendly place great food and good price“

“A hidden gem in Venice Beach. The restaurant is beautifully charming, offering a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere. The seafood was remarkably fresh, with the scallops and shrimp cocktail being absolute highlights. Every dish was delicious, from the seafood creations to the perfectly crafted burger. Paired with wonderful wine and exceptional service, it was truly a memorable dining experience. A definite recommendation when you’re in Venice Beach.”“

“Simply Bellisimo. Perfection.“

“This place is soooo EPIC!! So epic the cast of Parasite movie ate here after winning the #Oscars! Nackchi bokum was the best I ever ate but everything was authentic and delicious!! 🦑👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️“

“Amazing seafood bbq. The prix fixe set comes with a lot of extras. We ordered the Master Set for 5 of us. We also ordered sea eel and live octopus separately. There’s good parking behind the restaurant. Front of restaurant was a lot of homeless people unfortunately.“

“Great service and the food is very good highly recommended“

“Atmosphere, food on point“

“I love this place! They have the best “French dip” ever.“

“Stopped by today and had a great experience! The staff were friendly and inviting. We asked to customize our 2-taco plate with one fish and one shrimp taco, garden salad and black bean salsa sides. It was delicious! A great value at just under $10 including 2 sides.“

“Amazing Food. We ordered quite a few dishes and everything was delicious! The Peking Duck and green beans were my favorite!“

“I went last night for my BDay and I had such a great experience. The staff Amazing! Great Recommendations, The drinks and food good. The lobster roll needed a little seasoning but overall I HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Hard to find parking and it’s not a big place(just the type of area). I’m going back for the New Orleans Oyster ALONE 😋!“

“Beautiful little restaraunt by Manhattan Beach Pier. I’m there every year end of Aug.“

“Best steak and service . Say hi to Hillary she is the best !!!“