The Lobster

1602 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica
(310) 458-9294

Recent Reviews

Lucas Salim

Food poisoning! We came from Brazil on vacation to LA and we have been to The Lobster for lunch… Unfortunately I have to give the restaurant a bad review. Despite having good service, my mom, my partner and I got very sick right after eating at the restaurant. We had the black pasta with seafood and something was contaminated. It was a terrible experience that caused us many problems on our vacation trip. We had to cure ourselves with medicines from the pharmacy because everyone knows that using health services from another country can be even more problematic. I would recommend the restaurant to be more careful and check the storage and handling conditions of the food used in the dishes.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

تيما العبدالله

The restaurant is expensive and the food is good, and they are late in bringing the food . I spent more than $270 for 2 person

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 4

Harish Pavithran

Food was really good a little on the pricey side but great wine and good views make up for it

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Oyster Sampler, Crab Fried Rice

Wesley S

Beautiful lighting and great atmosphere, right next to Santa Monica BeachIf you come after six o'clock, you can still have dinner while watching the sunset.The oysters are a bit ordinary and can be skippedBut the lobster is delicious. It’s the first time I’ve tasted such a bouncy and tender lobster.Also recommend the garlic fries! ! It goes perfectly with lobster! !Parking: The parking lot next to it is suitable!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

L P-Hill

This restaurant never fails me.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Obrien

Great place to stop and get a cocktail and people watch from the balcony. I didn't get the bartenders name but she makes a mean Old Fashioned. And was so nice, and professional.

Greg K

No need to broadcast that you guys are lgbtq+ friendly. I believe every business is and no one will not serve someone because they are gay. You guys get a low rating because of that political move. I will remove my rating, when you guys act like a normal business and do the right thing, rather suck up to a specific group of people.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

stephen sungmin jung

Nice but expensive

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Renso Pietrodangelo

Best place to eat lobsters, with a privileged view of Santa

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stephanie Sanchez

This place still owns the best view in Sta Monica. Food is good. Non lobster dishes need some improvement.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Mariano Fabre

In addition to a nice place, you can enjoy very delicious food.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Wissam G. Azar

I was contemplating where to position this restaurant on my lists, well, the food is good and very well presented, but I wouldn’t say it’s the best, besides the lobster Mac and cheese, that one is of the charts, I can’t deny.The hamachi crudo and yellowfin tartare were fresh, but the sauce on the yellowfin did not keep up with the dish.We ordered the lobster, that I would give it a 5, it’s the house specialty.The black chitarra pasta was good, but needed something in the sauce.Overall, it’s good food, but preserving those exquisite places, I am happy with the review I just did.If you’d like a nice sunset view, go for a table near the window.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 4

Brittany S.

It is a phenomenal experience with a wonderful waitress, Ms. CJ. The atmosphere was tranquil, and the cuisines were top notch. I appreciate the prompt services, and it was too difficult to leave such a beautiful restaurant. Hope you enjoy as much as my family did!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Grilled Maine Lobster 3 lb, Charred Octopus, Steak, Fish

Howard Simon

Very fine seafood, great service, and excellent

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kristi Garrett, PhD. (TheDIYDoctor)

Great food, attentive waiters, and beautiful ocean view.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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