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The Lobster
The elevated restaurant has glass on three sides with a cantilevered, open-air deck that affords a 180° panoramic view of the Pacific and Palisades Park.
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189 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 189 reviews
5 stars
(81)
4 stars
(75)
3 stars
(24)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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- scenic view(133)
- special occasion(103)
- fit for foodies(81)
- great for lunch(63)
- romantic(62)
- hot spot(48)
The Lobster Reviews List
Review 1 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great View, Great Food, a bit expensive but worth it."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 2 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I wanted to have lunch by the ocean on my birthday, which is why I choose The Lobster. It lived up to my expectations. While the service was a little slower than expected for lunchtime, everything else was great. The view of the pier and the ocean was spectacular. The Caesar salad and crab cakes were delicious. The service was friendly. I will be back!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mothers Day Brunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Lobster - while in quite the touristy hot spot of the Santa Monica pier has got things down pat. While they were very busy - we were taken to our table exactly on time - the service was great and the food was visually appealing and tasted wonderful.
Will have to go back during a non-special occasion day for a dinner or lunch."
Will have to go back during a non-special occasion day for a dinner or lunch."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, scenic view
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Review 4 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"overrated in our opinion, expensive, noisy and we all got the feeling they didn't really care about us. We were celebrating a Birthday, told them in advance, asked for a special table, all of which was completely ignored. we would not return."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 5 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service seating is terrible and our requests were not available"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A good time was had by all......
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Lobster for lunch was perfect as usual. Service great, food good, drinks fun. Not too crowded which surprised me. Couldn't
have had a better lunch."
have had a better lunch."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
too much touristic place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The restaurant targets the tourists rather than locals - as so can easily charge too high prices.
The food is good though not gourmet at all nor appropriate for the price you pay for...
I wouldn't recommend it unless someone doesn't care about no bvalue foer money food."
The food is good though not gourmet at all nor appropriate for the price you pay for...
I wouldn't recommend it unless someone doesn't care about no bvalue foer money food."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 8 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great table by the window!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our table with requested window seating was ready when we arrived. Specialties were explained very well by our server, however, the service of our meal and drinks were too slow come to the table but overall it will not stop us from a return visit with more friends. The food was excellent! Enjoyed watching the sun setting from our view....nice!!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Goodness
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We celebrated our anniversary and the staff was helpful in everyway. Hospitality was great along with the service. The entree was excellent and filling. We were also given a complementary desert as well. I would definitely recommend this to a friend.
Thankyou for your service!"
Thankyou for your service!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, scenic view, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Entrees were slow coming to the table. Nevertheless, the food was good."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 11 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unforgetable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had reservations about having dinner here as the location screams "tourist trap". I couldn't have been more wrong. The management has managed to take a tourist location and create a beautiful restaurant with first rate food, without the tourist tax on the menu. It is not cheap, but you get what you pay for. We had the seafood platter for two that was a meal in itself. Our waitress Natalie was a true gem. She made our evening one that we will not soon forget. Thank you Loster, and Natalie."
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, scenic view, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 12 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband received a birthday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband received a birthday notice via email, so we redeemed it for his birthday. I couldn't get a table at sunset, only 5:45 or 9. We opted to go earlier, and watched the sunset on the pier.
Dinner was great. We had the special thai falvored fish appetizer, which was great. The hamachi we also ordered was just ok, by comparison. we also had the special fish entree on a bed of red quiona, snap peas, leeks and horseradish yougurt, also quite tasty. I had the thai cocktail, which was different and good, and my husband had the mojitos, for which he paid the price the next morning.
Our waiter, who I blieve we had before was great."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 13 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First class seafood restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First class seafood restaurant which we would highly recommend. It compares well with Sheekey,s which is our favourite fish restaurant in London."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 14 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Front desk very uncooperative
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
"Front desk very uncooperative
Very rude
Very arrogant"
Very rude
Very arrogant"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2012
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Review 15 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love the Lobster. Perfect
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love the Lobster. Perfect location. This time the entrees were wonderful but the calamari appetizer was overcooked and tough."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 16 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A very crowded, popular place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A very crowded, popular place and it's easy to see why. Right at Santa Monica pier overlooking the water, very nice food, and Leah provided great service."
Dined on 04/15/2013
2005
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Review 17 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Romantic, great view and ambiance,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Romantic, great view and ambiance, but service was slow and our server never checked back on us regarding our food until we had consumed it all. Also, slow to refill wine and place new drink orders. Lobster was good, but no better than other fine dining restaurants."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic
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Review 18 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely view, great food, and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely view, great food, and most of all great service. Our waiter made the night. He was super friendly and had great suggestions."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view
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Review 19 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our party of 5 enjoyed a window
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our party of 5 enjoyed a window table with terrific ocean view. Main complaint is the noise level which is very high. Forget about having conversations where one can hear much of what your friends/family are saying!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 20 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food and Great Views
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Lobster is a nice restaurant with exceptional views of the ocean. It's perfect for a special occasion. The wait staff is attentive and extremely polite, which added to our already enjoyable experience. The only challenging part was the noise level rose quickly as more patrons entered the restaurant, which is to be expected. It became difficult for hear one another, and ended up raising our voices to hear one another."
Dined on 04/17/2013
2004
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 21 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were surprised to be assessed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were surprised to be assessed a $7 parking fee after validation. It would be good for the parking attendant to inform the customer of the fee in addition to the validation. One assumes at least 2 hours of free parking for dining there."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 22 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
As always, the food and service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As always, the food and service was delicious. We had a bit of a wait, even tho we had a reservation, before we were seated, and since we were a group of 8, it was a bit awkward to stand around waiting. But, once we were seated, our waitress and other servers were attentive and perfect."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 23 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The New York steak I ordered
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The New York steak I ordered had this horrible gravy on it. Plus the steak had NO taste to it and it was over cooked. I orderedit medium and it was farfrom it. Bad choice considering the steak cost $32.00."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view
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Review 24 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Despite having a reservation
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Despite having a reservation and arriving early, we had to wait approximately 15 past our reservation time for a table. The restaurant is extremely crowded and noisy, I know the point is to have as many customers to make as much money as possible but they could've taken out a few tables so you didn't feel like you were packed in like sardines. The tables are literally elbow to elbow and the noise level is just shy of ear-bleeding. Food was good, although expensive and small portions. Won't go out of my way to go there again, was a special occasion and I was disappointed after flying literally across the country and planning to go there because it looked so good."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view
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Review 25 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were celebrating our son's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were celebrating our son's engagement with him and our future daughter-in-law. We did mention that fact to our waiter and he brought a sweet desert with a candle at the end of the meal.
Also, I had requested a "quiet" table, if possible, and we were accommodated with a booth which was as quiet as the space allowed.
We arrived on time and were seated immediately at the time of our reservation (12:45 PM Sunday noon). Our waiter indicated that a tour group of 70 people had JUST arrived before us. In spite of that potential problem, there was absolutely no delay in our receiving our food orders; the restaurant obviously had ramped up their wait staff to accommodate the group.
Our food was all delicious. A lovely experience."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 26 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great food, too fast
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food is excellent, and the wine list is two pages of small print, a pretty good selection overall. I gave the service an "outstanding" because it was attentive and prompt, the waiter was personable without being too familiar and quite knowledgeable about the menu items (content and prep)that we asked about. I rated the ambiance only three because we thought the pace of the meal was a bit too quick, not rushed, but almost. We ordered a bottle of wine plus an appetizer in addition to our entrees, and from the time we were seated until we were walking out the door was exactly 60 minutes. One thing we found perhaps a bit odd was that there were only men servers and bus staff, no women in sight that were employed there except the hostess."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 27 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We had previously visited
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had previously visited six weeks before and loved our experience. As it was my husbands birthday wanted it to be extra special, we requested a window seat. When we arrived the only seats available (side by side) were away from the window. One strike. We were seated and asked if we wanted cocktails. We ordered cosmopolitans. When we received them they tasted and looked like margaritas., even the witness commented. She brought us two more. They were so strong you couldn't drink them and again not sure they were vodka. We finally got a couple that were good but very strong. Strike two. Lobster! Couldn't wait!! Our lobsters arrived and they were not wht we had been served previously. No spiny anything last time. Strike three."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view
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Review 28 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent service and excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent service and excellent food. I brought friends from out of town here and was not disappointed. The staff was very friendly and the food was phenomenal. We got there early to enjoy a few happy hour cocktails before being seated for dinner. The view is incredible. I will definitely be coming here again."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 29 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
DISAPPOINTING SERVICE!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As usual the food was outstanding. We both an alcoholic drink and started with the sashimi and oysters then we both had the sea scallops. After our main course we waited 40 minutes hoping the waiter would come back to ask whether we wanted dessert since it was a birthday lunch. He finally appeared with the bill!!! I come often to The Lobster as a private party or with my company. It never happened before! I was so disappointed. We left feeling thrown out! I usually leave at least 20% for tip; I only left 12% and I thought I was being generous!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 30 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Service and an enjoyable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great Service and an enjoyable experience!!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 31 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
always a great choice. sometimes
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"always a great choice. sometimes too busy...we waited too long, even with a reservation. great atmosphere, great food, good times."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 32 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is my third visiting. Everything is perfect especially boiled whole lobster. I love this restaurant."
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 33 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great time there with my wife! We were celebrating her birth day."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 34 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Willing to accommodate my
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Willing to accommodate my group when it grew by two. Great views from many places in the dining room. Excellent food. People said that there drinks were good too. Spinach pasta, a Spanish fish dish , and crab cakes were great. Caesar salad was one of the best I have had."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 35 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Despite its silly name, the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Despite its silly name, the food at this long-timer still delivers. Quality is still excellent and service very professional. Price isn't cheap but you can see the quality in the food."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2001
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 36 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The highlight of our two day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The highlight of our two day stay in Santa Monica was lunch at The Lobster! Had a great window seat with a view of the pier. Steak & fries + 1/2 lobster was amazingly delicious! Manila Clam Chowder was the best I have ever eaten. Can't wait to return."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 37 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was OK, vegetables over
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was OK, vegetables over cooked, yogurt/cucumber sauce separated...who needs to say more?"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
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Review 38 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent service. Food was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service. Food was outstanding with a nice variety from which to choose. Mid-expensive but worth it due to the quality of the food."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 39 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Bad experience.. It was my
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bad experience.. It was my bf birthday, I called a day early to request for a nice table next to the glass windows so we can see a view but when we get there we end up on a table that is away from the glass window as i requested. Whats the point of calling early if your not getting what you requested right? Anyway, after we ordered our food after a few minutes our waiter came back and said they are out of american lobster, i was like are you serious? So we end up getting a diffrent kind of lobster.. I was really upset cuz everything seems so wrong and off as i planned out. The food is so dry, specially the seared new bedford day boat scallops,i didnt really liked it. The lobster was ok nothing special. No complimentary dessert for birthday"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 40 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this place. Perfect for sunsets!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2011
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 41 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I always enjoy The Lobster.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I always enjoy The Lobster. The food is good. My server was wonderful. She had an energetic and engaging personality. She checked on us just enough and even though we had a table near a busy walking space,it wasn't too bad. The parking should be lower, in light of what you may spend at lunch or dinner and the parking attendant only takes cash, which was almost a problem, if it hadn't been for my client and me pulling our dollars together."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 42 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We met 8 years ago on a 1st
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We met 8 years ago on a 1st date... We go back every year for anniversary dinner celebration of our time together. It's got amazing scenery, food and energy. Love the view."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 43 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Location, location, location!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We (foursome) had an a very nice evening with good food and an excellent view of the pier and Pacific ocean (which was the high point of the evening). The lobster was good rating a 7/10 score, somewhat tough on the ends. The lobster came without any accompaniment so a side dish of carrots (very good) was ordered. The scallops were slightly undercooked and the accompanying vegetable medley was heavily sauted in oil lending a greasy character to it. The bread, although fresh, can definitely be improved upon. We had an excellent wine which was priced right. We found nothing on the dessert menu that interested us. All in all, the ambience and view are the forte of the restaurant. More attention needs to be paid to food quality."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 44 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was a wonderful experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a wonderful experience to celebrate our anniversary there. The food was great and the service was excellent!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 45 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pleasant restaurant,good food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pleasant restaurant,good food and service,great view. Parking attendants worst part of the lunch!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 46 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very nice meal. The black
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very nice meal. The black pasta was ok."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 47 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was our first time there
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was our first time there and it was a very nice expereince. We had a 5:00 PM reservations which was perfect time to have a delicious meal and watch the sunset."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 48 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great restaurant. The food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great restaurant. The food was delicious! We went here for my son's 7th birthday because he loves seafood. Dining with a 7 and 3 year old can be tought at nice restaurants, I loved that the host sat us in the corner next to the window, we had a nice view of the Ferris Wheel. Great kids menu too!!"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 49 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great meal with a great view,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great meal with a great view, and all the staff were very attentive. Would highly recommend!"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2009
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 50 for The Lobster
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great location, great view,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great location, great view, great food, and great service. The menu isn't extensive but the steak and lobster were both excellent. The desert was incredible. We had to wait a bit in the bar and the staff there were incredibly friendly and entertaining. Almost felt like we didn't wait at all. And the service at the table was also wonderful. Good place for a date. The view is romantic with the ocean and pier right nearby and the tightly packed dining room feels energetic and warm."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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