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    Boston Lobster

    4.3 (1.9k reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 8:40 pm

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    Good for kids

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    Vicky O.

    I always come here for large family dinners and the food is always very delicious. Large portions, quality ingredients, and flavorful dishes. Some of my favorites are bo luc lac, lobster noodles, basil clams, and honey walnut shrimp. The interior is very large and spacious and can accommodate large parties. Parking fills up pretty quickly since the lot is small for the size of the restaurant.

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    Stevo O.

    This is a huge restaurant with five dining rooms and several staff. The seafood was excellent and garlic noodles addicting. The decor is nice but the building shows its age . If you want great seafood, this checks the boxes. However, if you want an elegant cuisine, you may want to try a newer restaurant.

    King Crab
    Ter L.

    Boston Lobster is officially my go-to location for any|all Asian lobster cravings!! Newport who?????!!! My family and I used to religiously eat lobster noodles whenever we made a trip down to SoCal. The pick of the bunch was 100% Newport Seafood- no negotiations, no contemplations. Unfortunately, the last handful of times have left me extremely disappointed and heavily annoyed. The cost and wait times do not reflect what is actually being provided and most of our food ends up being left behind because it simply isn't worth the calories. In all honestly, I've grown a phobia w/ that specific restaurant at this point because of the countless letdowns. My initial taste of Boston Lobster was about 3 years ago and I had the most enjoyable meal. Due to our LA trip coming to an end, my BD thought we should do it big with some lobster noodles- for good old time's sake. I absolutely refused to go anywhere unless we would be giving Boston Lobster a visit! Sure enough, they did not disappoint! Dinner for 3 adults and 1 toddler consisted of: *Boston House Special Lobster [no spice] + Garlic Noodles for an additional fee. Medium Size 5-6lbs minimally. *French Style Beef Cube *Sauteed Snow Pea Leaves We ate like mf'n KINGS!! Each and every dish was spectacular- even the greens! While we should have gone with the small sized lobster, I'm proud to say we went down with an honorable fight. Lmao!! The lobster was cooked to perfection- meat was sweet, succulent, and so darn tender. The garlic noodles soaked up all of the delicious lobster flavors and were not overcooked and mush. The bo luc lac was flavorful, juicy, and complimented the bed of lettuce, onions, & tomatoes so well. The snow pea leaves weren't tough and old- this truly was a simply yet magical dish. Service was on point and the staff continually came by to swap out our plates full of lobster shells. Above all, there was no wait with our initial arrival. Parking is easy given the fact that BL has a pretty big parking lot specifically for them. 5/5 stars!! We dropped over 3 bills here and it didn't even hurt. Lmao- this place is that damn good! Don't sleep on this joint, y'all. Boston Lobster is the real deal when it comes to authentic Chinese/Vietnamese cuisine. This spot should be so much more hyped than it actually is!

    Salt & pepper pork chop
    Eric W.

    We came for their lunch specials. We ordered the clams with basil sauce, salt & pepper shrimp, salt & pepper pork chop, and on choy. The clams were fresh and flavorful with plenty of fragrant basil, the shrimp were perfectly crispy and well-seasoned, and the pork chop was tender and crispy. The on choy was fresh and cooked just right. The lunch specials are a great deal with decent portions, and the food came out quickly. Everything tasted yummy and satisfying. Service is ok even it is rush hours.

    Terrence S.

    Came here for a family dinner and was pleasantly surprised and expectations were exceeded. There were a lot of people and parking can be limited despite having their own parking lot. Portion sizes were huge, and the seafood was fresh. The lobster especially tasted special; they did not skimp on the flavor, the garlic. Definitely worth a consideration to come here for any big Chinese celebration with family and friends!

    Sarah S.

    Came with family for father's day meal after I tried it with coworkers and enjoyed it. We came around 6:30pm on a weekday for dinner and they were pretty busy and parking lot was quite full, but luckily we didn't have to wait for a table and still found parking. They have a lot of tables inside so it is great for small and large groups. The waiters were also fast even though they were busy. We ordered their Kung Pao Chicken, Fried Tofu, Beef Noodle, Shrimp w Walnut, and Vegetable w Garlic. We decided not to get lobster since it was pricey. They took our order pretty fast and gave tea to drink. The pot of white rice is extra $1 if you order though. And their menu book doesn't have prices for some reason. Only the to-go menu has prices. Food was served in a decent amount of time, around 15 minutes. And all dishes arrived close together so we didn't have to wait long. The kung pao chicken is so good! Not spicy at all and very nice and crispy with good seasoning. It tasted delicious with some rice. The beef noodles were also delicious! It had good wok taste and was very flavorful. The tofu and shrimp were also good. None of the dishes were too salty and all were seasoned well and in pretty big portions, though I don't remember the exact price since they took the receipt away when we paid. But the meal was very worth and we had leftovers for lunch the next day. Such a yummy meal! I really enjoyed it! I am definitely coming back again!

    Selene S.

    Came here for dinner with a party of five. We were seated immediately and parking was easy. They served hot tea and menus were on the table. One odd thing is no prices on their menu. We ordered a few dishes: kung pow chicken, walnut shrimp, beef chow fun, salt and pepper fried tofu, and veggies. All dishes were yummy and good portioned. To note, rice is not free- $1 per person in a big red tub. Upon asking for the bill, they served a plate of sliced oranges. They were very sweet and a good dessert after a hearty meal.

    Diane K.

    Yesterday(5/30/2026), I went to Boston Lobster for lunch with one of my best friends. Whenever we're in this area, we usually get a massage first and then come here for lunch. This time, we ordered the Shrimp with Cashew Nuts and the Beef with Chinese Broccoli. The Shrimp with Cashew Nuts was absolutely delicious, but unfortunately, the Beef with Chinese Broccoli was extremely salty. After just one bite, I honestly couldn't eat any more of it. I have always liked this restaurant and have been coming here frequently over the years. I've enjoyed their lobster several times with my family, and almost every dish I've tried here has been delicious. That's why I was especially disappointed with the Beef with Chinese Broccoli this time, as it was far too salty. Despite that, I still think this is a great place for lunch. Their lunch specials are reasonably priced, the service is always good, and the portions of rice are very generous. One thing I especially appreciate is the complimentary orange slices they serve to every customer after the meal. The oranges are always fresh and sweet, making a nice ending to lunch. One other thing I noticed during this visit was that the restroom now has a new premium hand soap. I don't remember seeing it before, and it was a nice little upgrade that added a touch of luxury hand soap to the overall experience. Overall, I still enjoy coming here and will definitely be back. Hopefully, the kitchen can be a little more careful with the seasoning next time .

    House Special Lobster with Garlic Noodles
    Stanley K.

    Came here and ordered the House Lobster with Garlic Noodles. The lobster was fresh and flavorful, and the garlic noodles were delicious. The portion was generous and everything came out hot. Great food, good service, and definitely a dish I would order again. Looking forward to coming back.

    Joseph Raymond V.

    Came here for Mother's Day lunch with the family so it was definitely packed. We ended up waiting about an hour, but honestly the food made up for it once everything hit the table. The lobster was the highlight fresh, meaty, and loaded with garlic and green onions. Big portion that was perfect for sharing family style. Also liked the fried dishes and veggies on the side. Service was still pretty attentive even with the holiday crowd, which I appreciated because the restaurant was nonstop busy. Only downside was the long wait and some dishes leaned a little oily/salty toward the end. Pricing can also add up fast if you're ordering seafood. Overall though, still a really good family meal and worth coming back for special occasions.

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    Alexander C.

    Came to the Rosemead location to celebrate a family member's birthday on a Friday evening. We were able to call ahead earlier in the morning and ask if we could be on the wait list or reserve a table. They told us they could reserve a table for us at 6pm. We originally were hoping for 7 or 7:30, but based on how busy and popular this place is I can see why they said no. Come early and get seated right away and there's still ample parking in their parking lot. By the time we left at 7:30p, the lot was packed and people circling around hoping to snag a spot from folks leaving. The restaurant is pretty large and has about 3 rooms with different size tables and booths. No matter the size of your party, there's a table that will accommodate. The staff were very nice and attentive and FAST! We had our food out probably 15 min after we put in our order! Now...on to the food. We ordered one of the set menus for our party of 7 and it was spot on! As you can see in the pictures we had all the "classics". Our set meal could easily be enjoyed by at least 10 people. We had so many leftovers! The food was all well prepared and sufficiently seasoned. Portions of each dish was plentiful and everyone will be able to get enough to satisfy. My favorite items: lobster (duh!), kung pao chicken, pork chops, and shaking beef. The seafood soup is a great starter, and don't forget to add a little vinegar and pepper! Great restaurant in the SGV. This location is much bigger than their Rowland Heights restaurant, but the food is exactly the same. This is a great alternative to the popular Newport Seafood, so don't sleep on this place!

    1) Beef Mongolia Style 蔥爆牛肉 The beef was tender with a good texture. It would have been even better with a more generous amount of scallions to boost the aroma. 2) Calm with Basil Sauce 香草大蜆 The texture of the clams was excellent and well-cooked. However, adding more basil would enhance the overall flavor profile. 3) Shrimp with Cashew Nuts 腰果球蝦 The shrimps were smaller size but had a quite good texture. Unfortunately, the cashew nuts were also small and lacked that satisfying, crunchy bite. Overall, the flavors were tasty, but on the downside, the dishes were quite oily and a bit too salty.

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    Joshua O.

    I went here yesterday for lunch. We ordered at 1:55 pm. The light fixtures are black with designs. The tablecloths are made of paper and have designs. Walls are white and have pictures of Chinese people in black and white. Each table has a lazy Susan. It's loud inside because of the plates and cutlery being moved around and constant chatter. Not every table is filled but most are. We got the first food, lobster, at 2:05. It came with noodles. It was seasoned well, I like how succulent the lobster was. Another dish we got was fish fillet with basil. It was soft and easy to chew, a bit peppery. We ordered yang chow fried rice and it was delicious. It had the right amount of ingredients. The deep fried squid with salt and pepper was pretty crunchy. It had enough salt and pepper. The pork chop with Peking sauce was great because it was sweet and tangy. The onions made it a bit crunchy. The servers were helpful, they gave us new plates when we used one plate for lobster shells and bones.

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    Hi Chinese-Style Crispy Fried Flounder?

    Sounds delicious? I have not tried it yet. Will try it next visit. Eat Smaller, but Eat Better. 😎

    Do you take reservations?

    Yes. They take reservations. Recommended for large group.

    Can I order to go or pick up?

    yes but order to go is not good when you get home. Food lost 50% tastes

    Do you have a birthday cake for birthday party?

    No they dont that I know

    Can I make a reservation for a party of 10?

    Yes you can. Enjoy. 😆

    For their set menu. How many people will that feed?

    They have several set menu to choose from Ranges from $199-$800?

    Do they require the entire party to be seated and place orders?

    Are lunch prices also available during the weekend?

    Yes! Was just there last weekend for lunch.

    Do they allow you to order off the lunch special menu during the weekends?

    Yes

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes, but as others mentioned, holidays may impact how reservations work and all must be there to be seated. During past holidays reservations were required for takeout due to high demand and there was still a wait even with it.

    As of march 30, 2024, how much per pound are the jumbo lobsters? Do they weigh them in front of you?

    As of 5/6/2024 lobster is $33.99/lb. You can order Small, Medium, or Large. They don't weight it in front of you but when you order they will ask what size you want and let you know an approximate price range.… 

    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yes. Both beer and wine. Not sure about liquor

    Do they have a lunch special on the weekends? What time does it end? Where can I find a menu?

    Yes, but if it's a holiday, there is no lunch special. It ends at 4:45 PM. The menu photos can be seen on the Yelp site under "Menu" when you search on the photos.

    Do u take reservation?

    They do not. We had a party of 8. My brother in law went early to out name down. He got there at 5:15 on a Sunday and the wait was about an hour

    Are you busy right now?

    They're always busy so be prepared to wait (or go early!)

    Do they let you order a few days in advance for a specific time?

    Yes they do! You can walk in and let them know what day and time!

    Do they do party trays or catering platters for 30 people?

    They serve Medium or Large size lobsters with noodles for a party tray which feeds about 4-5 and 6-7 people. Of course, you will need to have other side dishes along with this order. You should go there and order a dish and note the serving size.

    Restaurant accept reservations?

    No, walk in only. You can only make reservations for the private rooms.

    Are they open on Christmas day?

    Yes they are, according to someone's Facebook post who was there around 2PM today.

    What his their current lobster per pound and geoduck per pound pricing?

    You need to call the restaurant as seafood is determined by the "market price." According to numerous sources on the internet, "market price" for seafood may change weekly or seasonally depending on the restuarant location, fishing output in the… 

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    Straightforward delicious Sichuan-style noodles dishes. This spot is very popular and after tasting…read moretheir dishes and experiencing fast, attentive customer service, I can see why. My sisters-in-law who live in the area highly recommended this spot when we were deciding on a Sunday dinner the night before we flew out. Among the four of us, we ordered: - Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings) - Biang Biang Noodles: least numbing of the noodle dishes we ordered. If you LOVE carbs and not a lot of sauce, this one's for you! - Dandan noodles: this thin noodle dish is slightly more numbing than the Biang Biang noodles, but still bearable and tasty. - Chongqing Special Noodles: most numbing of the three! I had to pause eating this a few times as it was getting a little uncomfy! The noodles are side but thinner than the Biang Biang noodles. I liked that we ordered noodle dishes each with different noodle types, flavors, and spice levels. The Biang Biang noodles were respite from the Chongqing Special Noodles, while the Dandan noodles had the right amount of peanut flavor and "mala." We arrived 45 minutes before closing on a Sunday night (it was a holiday the next day though). We were surprised that there was still a line of people wait in for seats close to closing time! Thinking we weren't going to be seated, we decided to order for takeout. We ended up being the last party to be seated! The staff was kind to transfer our takeout orders as dine-in dishes! The staff had the right amount of customer service and attentiveness for a Chinese restaurant, if you know what I mean haha. For amazing noodle dishes, comfortable seating, and accommodating service, Chong Qing Special Noodles gets a solid five star rating!

    I'm so glad I found this authentic spot!…read more The service was excellent--we were seated right away. We ordered the Biang Biang Noodles, featuring hand-pulled noodles topped with savory ground pork and a rich tomato-based gravy. It was absolutely delicious and easily a 9/10. The Chongqing Dan Dan Noodles were just as impressive, with a rich, nutty sesame sauce that was flavorful and perfectly balanced, 9/10 according to my husband who enjoyed it. The prices are very reasonable for the quality, and the portions are generous. Highly recommended if looking for authentic, satisfying noodles!

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