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    Lobsterdamus

    3.6 (142 reviews)
    ModerateSeafood, Food Stands
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    Stewart L.

    This was my first time visiting Smorgasburg LA, although I've dined a few times at the adjacent Row DTLA. I had researched the vendors and knew I wanted to try Lobsterdamus, which I did right at the 10 am opening. I think I was their first customer; they were still preparing the lobster dishes to put on display (do those display dishes get thrown out at the end of the day?!). I ordered the half Lobster Nest--grilled lobster over garlic noodles with Cajun butter. They gave me one of those beepers that light up/vibrate when your order's ready. When I went to pick it up, all the dishes were on display and there were more that I'd like to try eventually. Even under the best of circumstances, lobster can be difficult/messy to eat. I had brought my own containers and shopping bag, so I repacked my lobster (plus all the other things I got from other vendors) and took it to my near by hotel. The lobster and noodles were delish. The claw was partially pre-cracked but still needed more effort to get all the precious meat out, so I'm glad I had soap and running water nearby. Plan to return.

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    Michelle F.

    Cashier provided good service. I order lobster nest (lobster & garlic noodles). Wait time about 15 minutes. Their was no line when I ordered. Loved lobster presentation that it. Lobster was extremely tough, extremely disappointed. Noodles was delicious just not enough. I was disappointed all together. Paid $52 (tip included) for tough lobster. Maybe off day but I will not return. 2 stars for lobster. 3 stars for garlic noodles. Customer service 4 stars.

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    Rochelle M.

    Lobsterdamus was our first stop at Smorgasburg. After looking at the menu online, we had decided on the Lobster Nest (whole) and Lobster Nachos. Sadly, the nachos were not available that day. We went ahead with the Nest and added the Cocodamus. We watched as our lobster was grilled and placed on a bed of garlic noodles, along with a side of melted butter. The lobster was tender and tasty. The noodles seemed just a tad dry, but flavorful nonetheless. The Cocodamus was a nice complement to our meal. Everyone was really pleasant and accommodating. Hopefully the nachos will be available at our next visit.

    Caili C.

    We visited Smorgasburg for a late lunch and stumbled across Lobsterdamus and were pulled in by the lobster nest. We got the lobster nest with half a lobster. The lobster was grilled to perfection and super tender. It's perfect dipped in the garlic butter they give you on the side. The garlic noodles were good as well but a bit dry even with the garlic butter poured on top. I wish the noodles themselves were more seasoned but overall great for a food market lobster dish.

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    Peter M.

    I came to this stall at Smogasburg in LA, with very high expectations. Basically, they offer 4 core lobster dishes. They are lobster noodles, lobster fries, deep fried lobster and mesquite grilled lobster. For the latter two you can have half or whole lobster, and that too with or without garlic noodles. I chose the whole Lobster Nest, which is mesquite grilled live Maine lobster with cajun butter and garlic noodles. The lobsters are small, but were grilled well. The tails were juicy. The garlic noodles were dry and lacked flavor. When purchasing this lobster dish ($44 plus including tax), I asked if they would crack the claws and they said they were cracked and showed me a dent in each claw. However, this was not sufficient to break open the claw or the knuckles. I saw many patrons suffering to open up the claws, at the possible expense of cutting and hurting themselves. I brought my two lobster claws and arms home and cracked them open with my efficient lobster crackers. Service was hurried.

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    Mia H.

    While walking around Smorgasburg, this stall really stood out so my friend and I decided to give it a shot. Thankfully the line wasn't too long and the wait for the food after ordering was pretty short! Service was nice and quick. We ended up just getting the lobster fries (so we could try other foods too) and in my opinion, they were alright. Be forewarned though that I'm not a huge fry person. My friend on the otherhand, LOVED them. The fries were garlicky and crispy, with creamy aioli on top. The lobster was also amazing with the fries and grilled amazingly. Definitely to each their own--not my personal favorite, but definitely my friend's.

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    Zach H.

    Great stop at the smorgasburg in dtla. Their menu is of course, filled with lobster. I like the pricing of the garlic noodles and I hope it remains that way. The lobster meat was very tasty. Food came out pretty fast. Plenty of benches to sit at and eat.

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    Rani Z.

    Lobster, garlic & noodles in one dish!?? Lobsterdamus was practically calling my name...it's a carb lover's dream!! I loved the Lobster Garlic Noodles ($15) so much that I got in line again to try the Lobster Fries ($20) too! Both were loaded with lobster & cheese & packed with garlic flavor. Pro tip: pack some gum LOL Smorgasburg is an open-air food market located in Row DTLA open from 10am-4pm every Sunday!

    Lobster nest $36 + tax.  For $6 less you can skip the garlic noodles
    Arshad H.

    While visiting Smorgasburg (huge foodie festival every Sunday in downtown Los Angeles [10am to 4pm]) I wanted to get some lobster. And the only food stand that I could tell that had lobster was Lobsterdamus. Walking around Smorgasburg I saw people eating these plates of lobster with garlic noodles, weather they were sitting on the floor, on the grass, or at some table they managed to find. And anyone walking by was making comments like, "OMG, they have lobster!", or "DAMN, that looks good!", etc. So after finding Lobsterdamus (it's the one with the 30 minute line), I got my order for the lobster nest. Lobster Nest ($36 + tax) - This consisted of a whole lobster (1.25 lb) drizzled with butter and seasoned to perfection on a fiery grill, served on a bed of garlic noodles. The lobster was flavorful and so delicious. The garlic noodles consisted of yakisoba noodles sautéed in garlic confit, soy and lemon. They were perfectly prepared and had a very strong garlic flavor which I really enjoyed. Overall the Lobster Nest at Lobsterdamus tastes phenomenal. The only complaint I have is the price. After tax I'm spending about $40, which is a lot, considering that the food is served on a paper plate and the don't offer a place to sit. It's an extremely casual environment, with high end prices for their dishes.

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    Angel B.

    The price was fair and the lines moved fast. I got the lobster fries and it was ok I felt like it was missing something. Maybe next time I'll try the garlic noodles.

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    Stephanie S.

    I've always wanted to try a plate of garlic noodles and lobster from here and it did not disappoint! We got the salt and pepper deep fried lobster which was cooked perfectly and it went so well with the garlic noodles. I definitely recommend getting yourself a plate since Lobsterdamus is a must on any foodie's list! I would 100% order from then again the next time I head to Smorgasbord as well.

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    Miles S.

    These guys don't miss (layups or 3-pointers). From lobster fries to a full on lobster split dead center slathered with garlic butter herbs and noodles, they got it all. Catch them at the ever popular "Smorgasburg" in DTLA when the season is right and hop in line (cause there will be one). Fresh lobster on a bed of garlic noodles is my personal favorite and although they still won't tell me their recipes I forgive them. The chefs are talented and it's a great family business with an amazingly positive staff. If you're into fries they'll make a loaded plate that'll change ya life I promise. One thing is for sure here if you walk around with the plate afterwards multiple people will stop you to ask where they can get it. Thank me later, follow me now, stay eatin' bruh!

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    Mae M.

    I came across the Lobsterdamus pop up at the Filled Market in DTLA. Everything gets made right outside under the tent and the smells immediately caught my attention once I walked into the vicinity. My boyfriend and I split the Salt N' Peppa Lobster nest which is a 1lb whole deep fried lobster served with jalapeño garlic oil + ponzo sauce on a bed of garlic noodles. I'm glad we split it because it was a little bit on the pricer side ($37 or so with tax + tip). Even though we ate it right away, some of the fried parts had already started to get soggy. They also do not pre-crack the claws for you or give you crackers, so it was difficult if not impossible to get the meat out of there. The claws are one of the best parts of the lobster so I was a little bummed. The garlic noodles were good and make the dish filling since the main edible piece of the lobster is just the tail. All in all it was good, but a little bit on the pricey side in my opinion.

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    The lobster fries were over fried and were hard. Never buying from this vendor. The lobster wasn't great either. Not worth $24.

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    Mariscos Jaliscos has been on my list for a while now. This lint season i have been on a Mariscos…read morejourney trying out new spots in the ELA/BH area, especially on Friday's. Mariscos Jaliscos is a simple, humble and easy going food truck that easily beats any sit in boujee restaurant. Their menu is simple and easy to understand. Mariscos Jalisco is best known for their Fried shrimp tacos however, they have one of the best aguachiles I've tasted hands down. Their shrimp tacos are absolutely amazing with the right crunchiness and soft fried shrimp inside. The sauce that comes with these tacos are jam packed with flavor adding to the overall flavors/texture of the shrimp taco. Hurts to say it but this might be my new favorite shrimp taco in ELA/Boyle Heights area. The service here is quick and friendly. I went on a Friday afternoon and did not find busy crowds at this food truck. Street parking is available and the times that i've visited other food trucks nearby i was able to find quick parking. Its a busy street so you will find people coming in and out of parking spots most of the time. I enjoyed my experience here at Mariscos Jalisco and will be coming back very soon. You all need to come to this place.

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    3.1 miEcho Park
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    At an unassuming end of an Echo Park parking lot are a pair of massive parasols providing temporary…read morerespite from the blaze of the sun; under its shade is a solitary figure pouring over the heat of a sizzling steel plate, sandwiched between two great flames in a solitary act of creation. The place is Alejandra's, and the creation is some of the best quesadillas you can get in LA. Coming up to the stand, you eye the menu and make your order, $8 dollars each or $10 for a dual topping type. There is potentially a bit of a wait due to every meal being freshly made on order, but it is a good and worthwhile wait, the staff, clientele, and food being most hospitable. At your order, purple dough is flattened to a blue corn tortilla, each tortilla freshly pressed and grilled in front of you. You watch it sizzle and rise brown, flip over, and continue its cycle to grow crisp. Topping highlights for me include squash blossoms and pork, which is chicharrones with a surprising crisp and crunch better than almost any other I've had, the ring of each bite echoing autumn leaves crunching under my feet, its condensed jerky flavour hemorrhaging in the still present sweetness of a meat once juicy. The stand provides a salsa bar with red and green sauces available, and other vegatative essentials- onion, cilantro, and pepper- serve as a lush and fresh forestry for the surprisingly substantial spice of the salsa to lick upon; piled upon the mountain of food and flavour, the green and red splatters evoked the Hollywood Hills, the red salsa smokey and particularly burning like the fires of last year. It's an addicting taste well worth the visit and short walk to sit and enjoy the meal in Echo Park. I'm excited to come back and try more ingredients for sure, very likely two or three quesadillas at a time to help expedite the process, as it can't be helped. 6.4/10

    The blue corn masa tortillas are incredible and the star of the show. Squash blossom and…read morehuitlacoche are both solid, but I liked squash blossom more. Service is very friendly! Alejandra opened the cart and her daughter Britany runs it sometimes. We met Britany this time. Cash or Zelle only.

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