We came to Santa Monica Seafood for a birthday dinner, and it couldn't have been a better choice…read more Everything tasted incredibly fresh. The oysters and salmon were especially memorable--about as fresh as seafood gets. We ended up ordering far more than we probably should have, but it gave us a chance to sample a good cross-section of the menu. We started with a half dozen oysters and the mussels before moving on to the branzino, cioppino, and Yukon potatoes. Everything was excellent, and the portions were generous enough that we brought more than half of our entrées home for another meal. I'd only been to the seafood market once before, but this dinner reminded me that there's much more to this place than buying fresh fish. Since I work nearby, I've already decided to make Friday stops part of my routine so I can pick up fresh seafood for dinner on the way home. Would we come back? Absolutely. Whether you're looking for an outstanding seafood meal or fresh fish to take home, Santa Monica Seafood is well worth the visit.

The oysters were delicious, though one of them wasn't very fresh，all the others were super fresh!…read moreThe crab linguine had a rich, flavorful sauce and was packed with crab meat. And the crab cakes was amazing！ The service was thoughtful and great! The vibe was so relaxing, great for drinks and hanging out.

Food is fantastic, the besssttttttttt special thank you to Marc for good service, relaxing ambiance…read moretoo!

I had a late dinner in Santa Monica - rare indeed as the city closes early and it was delicious -…read moreblack cod in soba noodles and my server Stacey was so prompt and attentive. A great way to end a staycation night

The Albright is a seafood joint that offer a wide variety of food and drinks at a reasonably…read moretourist price. Customers will find great choices from this place. And. they are located at the board walk of Santa Monica Pier. I got myself a lobster roll and tuna melt sandwiches. Both are phenomenal in flavor and taste. They have spacious indoor and outdoor area with great atmosphere. To order food, you need to do it at the counter. Service was spot on. Overall, it's a nice seafood spot.

Great food and ambiance. It's right on the pier so if you come at the right time, you can get a…read moreglimpse of the sunset Food was decent. We ordered Ms. Kim's seafood soup, the clam chowder, shrimp cocktail, and the catch of the day (Mahi Mahi). The soup was bland and lacked what I assumed was the Korean inspired flavor of Jampong. The chowder was good but was on the more savory side and the shrimp cocktail was fresh, thick and juicy. The downer for me was the catch of the day. The vegetables and salad were tasty but the fish was very bland and on the tougher side. It came with a mango salsa but I didn't get any of the flavor of salsa. Everything was pretty pricey as well. Overall costed us $100. Originally I wanted the grilled lobster or fresh crab but it didn't seem worth $70 for me. Overall it was a good experience, but I probably wouldn't go out of my way for this restaurant.

Great menu all delicious. I had the Kona Kanpachi fish with grilled asparagus and Thai brussel…read moresprouts for lunch, highly recommended. The restaurant is not busy for unknown reasons and easy to get sitting.

Not sure how I feel about this place…read more.. Place was dead (mid day meal... understandable)... Decor is pretty and bet the ambiance is super nice at night. Service was good. But if I can say something, the food took so long and was just SO average... I understand pacing the courses but wow everything took so long. We ordered the: Coconut shrimp (not a fan of the batter, was bland, not super crispy)... Barramundi sea bass w/puree. Yikes.. so underwhelmed... it wasn't cooked well.. the fish was soggy... everytime I get sea bass at a nice restaurant it's crisp, flaky, basic with a cream sauce and wonderful (they let the fish do the talking). This time soft, mushy.... Dining partner got salmon chowder and miso black cod.. I didn't try and of those but the asparagus looked mushy and he said the cod was mushy too. What's up with that giant bed of rice too? No one needs that much rice for the cod. I just hope the food wasn't sitting out due to the pacing of the meal, because it wasn't served hot. 1 appetizer, 1 soup, 2 entrees and one non alcoholic beer... $140.

This place was the best Oyster Bar I have ever been to in my life! It will remain, hands down, the…read morebest oyster bar I have ever been to! It is so sad to see this business go under because of the local and state government destroying small businesses like this! Mayor Bass and NewScum has to ruin everything! I am sure the rest of the community is with me when saying this, we would LOVE to have Blue Plate return someday!!! Because the service and quality of food they offered went above and beyond anywhere else I have ever been!! Thank you Blue Plate!!

We were walking down Santa Monica when we saw this oyster restaurant! I wanted to highly praise…read moretheir manager Sandra who got us waters and had us sit on the benches nearby when she saw us struggling with our lil baby waiting for a table on the sidewalk. Our servers were awesome, friendly, and helpful. The service was very quick. We ordered a bunch of appetizers and oysters of course! Definitely a vibe getting to sit outside. Lots of tables outside, the inside is on the smaller end, but the wait was worth it. We highly recommend if you're trying to find a fun seafood spot!

We had such a wonderful! Nike was absolutely amazing -- so kind, attentive, and welcoming. He made…read moreus feel very special and made our celebration even more memorable. Wonderful service and a beautiful experience. Thank you, Nike! We will be back! Definitely ask for him if you come here, especially for Sunday brunch with bottomless mimosas and music!!!

Very nice place had a drink at the bar excellent martinis very friendly service…read more Grilled ribeye was delicious and we had it sliced by the chef friendly service again definitely would come back The desserts - medium extensive dessert menu and we're having the Camila cake looks very good

The customer service here really sold me. I'd probably give the food a 4.25, but the ambiance and…read morethe servers were truly so attentive and accommodating, this puts Edgemar above a lot of places. We came here for a birthday, plus they're in my red dining book, so I was hoping our little group would pick Edgemar, and thankfully they did! We started with the stracciatella and man, was that dish good. It was one of the two standouts. The bread is delectable and the cheese with the chili was absolutely divine. I actually think this was my very favorite dish. I will be back for this dish alone! We also shared the wontons, butter lettuce gem salad, and wonton spring rolls which were all very solid dishes. Next we had the salmon which was undoubtedly the other stand out dish. It was so good with the miso butter sauce! And the broccolini were cooked perfectly! We finished with the squid ink pasta. The shrimp on top was perfectly cooked and the pasta itself was the perfect texture with a great mouth feel. As mentioned earlier, everyone on the staff truly went above and beyond. We had an issue with our drinks, they made it right right away without any pushback. They made sure that the birthday girl felt extra special. And they even gave us a special treat at the end as well. The interior decorating is absolutely stunning. They've done a great job with furniture selection, and the wood throughout is impressive. I did have to swing around the block to look for parking, it you always have to do that in this part of Santa Monica.

We had a reservation here for our 10th anniversary. A few days before our reservation, someone…read morereached out to let us know there would be loud music playing and it might not be the best environment for an anniversary dinner. We had been wanting to try this place for a while and couldn't move the date but music was completely fine with us. The music was actually great! It was a private event indoors so we sat outside on the patio. Unfortunately, the food was only ok and the service was not ideal. No one acknowledged our anniversary, throughout the entire evening even though it was in the open table reservation notes. The shrimp and chicken dumplings were amazing. The Hamachi sashimi was very fatty and there was a few pieces we couldn't eat. The fried chicken sandwich was OK although it tasted very simple for $26. At the end of the dinner we got the bill with a 2.5% service fee + 20% auto gratuity for "event". I normally tip this much but I found so I don't mind that it was automatically included, but it was odd we paid an auto 20% gratuity for an event we were not a part of - we weren't even seated inside where the private event was taking place. Unfortunately, the three stars comes down to the fact that even though it was our 10th anniversary, there was no acknowledgment of the special day and the food was sub-par.

There are restaurants with incredible views, and then there are restaurants that create an…read moreexperience you'll remember long after dinner is over. That's exactly what we found at The Lobster in Santa Monica. Sitting just above the iconic Santa Monica Pier, every table comes with breathtaking ocean views, but the food is what truly steals the show. This century-old seafood destination has become a local landmark, with Executive Chef Govind Armstrong elevating every dish through fresh, locally sourced ingredients and creative California seafood cuisine. A huge shout out to Chef Govind Armstrong for creating some of the most flavorful and beautifully presented seafood dishes we've had. Every plate was crafted with incredible attention to detail, perfectly balanced flavors, and premium ingredients. You can truly feel the passion and creativity behind every bite. Bravo, Chef! An equally big thank you to Andrew, who made our evening unforgettable. His customer service was simply out of this world. From the moment we sat down, he made us feel genuinely welcome, explained the menu with incredible knowledge, and gave us outstanding recommendations that made our meal even better. Great service can transform a dinner into a memory, and Andrew absolutely delivered that. If you're planning a special date night, celebrating something important, or simply want one of the best oceanfront dining experiences in Los Angeles, this place deserves a spot at the top of your list. Between the panoramic Pacific views, exceptional seafood, outstanding hospitality, and the passion of Chef Govind and the entire team, it's easy to understand why this restaurant has remained a Santa Monica icon for generations. Highly recommended. We can't wait to come back!

I really wanted to love The Lobster, truly. The view, the setting and the Michelin "Star" are so…read moreenticing. But all that glitters is not gold. The service was upon request - may I have a menu? (server forgot there is a summer menu too), nevermind there is a DineLA menu and a Happy Hour menu. This actually happened; customers in the bar area where sharing menu's amongst themselves. May I order a drink, may I have a set-up, may I have a water? Sure, I understand there was one server doing his best, but why is there only one server when the prices reflect the current & deferred revenue for the Michelin star (any Dodgers fans reading this?). The food was good, but the pace was off. Although I ordered the Garlic Bread first, it came after other items arrived. The garlic bread was very good, but a literal thimble full of "four cheese fondue "+ crab. The thimble means that little metal creamer container you get with coffee, really? Sure, it was good, but what a poor presentation for a Michelin star place in my view. I am trying not to whine, promise. I ordered oysters (very good) and the side of the mushrooms (was interesting) arrived nearly after I finished the rest of the meal (I thought it was forgotten TBH). I am an experience and value driven consumer. The overall experience was average and the value was equally average. However, if you want to take in the views, this could be just the place for you.

We came here after a long week of celebrating a family member's special event and we loved every…read moreminute of it! We parked nearby on the street at a meter and walked on over. There were already a lot of people here sitting and enjoying their meal and as soon as we walked in, one of the staff members handed us a couple menus and said that we could sit wherever we wanted. We sat by the door at a table where one end had a booth while the other had a chair. Everything looked so good on the menu, so we went for various dishes during this particular visit. We each got the highly recommended Connecticut Style Roll, which had warm lobster poached in butter, mayo, green onions, and Old Bay. We also had the Lobster Mac & Cheese and the Fried Calamari Fries, which were served with cocktail sauce. My better half had the Paloma while I ordered Sangria. What a mix! The Calamari Fries came in hot and we savored each bite after dipping a portion in cocktail sauce. The beverages along with water were also good in keeping us going in between bites of this scrumptious food. The Lobster Mac & Cheese was what we kept coming back to after trying the other options. Of course, the lobster roll was to die for and as we bit into it to take in a mouthful of seafood goodness, it was all so warm and buttery. We highly recommend all these options and this incredible joint!

Lobster & Beer is a great neighborhood spot to unwind after work or cool off after a day at the…read morebeach. It's a perfect place to watch the game with friends over a pint and a roll. I came in during an Avs and Gold Knights playoff hockey game, and there were two guys glued to the TV. I ordered takeout, and the service was friendly and attentive, making sure my order was accurate. I work in Santa Monica and have passed this place countless times, but I'm so glad I finally stopped in! I was craving a lobster roll and ordered the Connecticut Style Lobster Roll ($23.50). It came with warm Maine lobster poached in melted butter, a light swipe of mayo, green onions, and Old Bay seasoning on a crisped, buttery bun. I read online that it was their #1 seller, and now I know why - it was top-notch, and I will definitely be back. For the purists, this isn't an authentic Connecticut-style lobster roll (it has mayo), but it was one of the better lobster rolls I've had outside of New England, and I'm born and raised there. The Old Bay Cheese Fries were pretty good, too. Nice and crispy with a great Old Bay flavor, and the clumpy beer cheese dip complemented them well. I would definitely order them again. I plan to come back to try more of their menu, hopefully with a pint of beer. I want to try their lobster mac and cheese and lobster quesadilla. Lobster & Beer is absolutely worth a visit, especially for locals in Santa Monica who want a place to grab beers with friends. They have a lovely little patio out front.

My friends and I had an interesting experience here! The place is small and a bit chaotic but we…read morereally enjoyed it and thought the service was wonderful!! We were seated much later than we had hoped since we had made a reservation so they gave us drinks on the house which I thought was very kind. Then they served us the wrong crudo so we got to try another one which I also appreciated! The highlights for me were the tuna toast, kanpachi crudo, and the ceasar salad!! The most memorable was definitely the tuna toast- I would go back just to eat that again. The bread was thick and buttery and the tuna melted in your mouth and was prepared perfectly with some onions. I do think it's pricy for the portions but LA is like this all over so I would still go just knowing that you might spend a lil more to be full! The rockfish crudo could have used more sauce it just tasted too simple with an oil taste. The Kanpachi had a better sauce and flavor and the red onions on top were delicious!

Smash. The Fish N'…read morePuja Gnocchi might actually bring a tear to your eye. This is hands-down the best pasta I have tried in 2026. It's perfectly creamy. Every piece of gnocci melts in your mouth with an explosion of flavors from the fish sauce. The chunks of fish are so small, you won't even notice they're there. Perfection. 10/10 Someone tell the chef they're amazing. The mussels were out of this world. The sauce/soup base has this strong taste that pairs so well with the mussels. The dish comes with A LOT so i'd order this to share. It's a great source of iron + freaking delicious. 10/10 The Rockfish were a good little appetizer. Personally, I wouldn't order them again because I felt like the taste of the olive oil was overpowering everything else. I'm not a fan of overly oily raw fish. The seating is beautiful, calm, & cozy. You can come dressed up or in sweats. You'll feel comfortable regardless. The waiters are all kind too.