The Best Seafood Restaurants in LA

Los Angeles is a large, bustling city known for its movie stars and celebrities. But the city also is home to great seafood restaurants. Many feature fresh-catch-of-the-day specials and ocean views.
The Hungry Cat

The Hungry Cat brings an East Coast flavor to the West. Oysters, crab cakes and clams are local favorites, but you also can order a burger or surf-and-turf. Sunday brunch attracts a crowd, and you can sit on the back patio and take in the California sunshine when it's not too hot. Located in the middle of downtown Hollywood, the setting is casual.

The Hungry Cat
1535 N. Vine St.
Hollywood, California 90028
(323) 462-2155
thehungrycat.com

Water Grill

The Water Grill is a formal restaurant with a beautifully decorated room and an expansive wine list. Ask the waiter for suggested pairings if you don't know which wine will go best with your meal. Known for its fresh oyster bar, this is a great place for a romantic evening out.

Water Grill
544 S. Grand Ave.
Los Angeles, California 90071
(213) 891-0900
watergrill.com

Malibu Seafood

Malibu Seafood has an extremely casual atmosphere. Classic fish and chips and fish taquitos are popular lunch choices. However, it also offers fresh Maine lobster as well as crab cakes, shrimp and more. A good place for the whole family or a quick bite, Malibu Seafood makes seafood simple while still serving a high-quality meal.

Malibu Seafood
25653 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, California 95301
(310) 456-3430
malibuseafood.com

The Lobster

Opened in 1925, this restaurant is best known forits amazingly fresh and tasty seafood. The Lobster overlooks the ocean. The seafood is caught daily, so the menu changes every day depending on the stock. From a Crab Louie to Sea Bass and, of course, lobster, there is certain to be something to satisfy your taste buds.

The Lobster
1602 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, California 90401
(310) 458-9294
thelobster.com

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