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The Lobster

Santa Monica · American Seafood

1602 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA, 90401Directions
4.3★★★★★★★★★★2,874 reviews

Diners praise the delicious lobster dishes, including the highly recommended lobster roll, and the fresh oysters available at this restaurant. The stunning views of the Santa Monica Pier are also a frequently mentioned highlight. Some reviews mention the food can be overpriced.

American seafood with weekend Blackbird activity and a Japanese-whiskey detour.

The Lobster is a $$$ American Seafood restaurant in Santa Monica, Santa Monica. It has logged 3,162 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Monday afternoons. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

Monday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday12:00 – 9:30 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
thelobster.com

The experience

Veteran restaurant presenting classic seafood such as Maine lobster against a scenic ocean backdrop.

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Why go

The Lobster is a $$$$ American seafood restaurant with a 4.4 Google rating from 428 reviews. A highlighted guest review says the food was good and the price was stiff.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Fast facts

  • Blackbird shows 3,162 all-time on-chain check-ins.
  • Sunday and Saturday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Its Google rating is 4.4 from 428 reviews.
  • The price level is $$$$, so plan for a splurge.
  • A highlighted review calls out a Japanese-whiskey old fashioned.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

The Lobster has logged 3,162 Blackbird on-chain check-ins, with Sunday and Saturday as its busiest check-in days.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Amenities

Meals

LunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for groups
Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Full menu

appetizers

  • Crispy Calamari and Prawns

salads

  • Maine Lobster Salad

  • Caesar Salad

    classic

sides

  • Truffle Parmesan Fries

mains

  • Lobster Roll

    classic

dessert

  • Warm Chocolate Truffle Cake

seed menu intel/ updated 10d ago

No check in signal yet — activity shows up here once people start checking in on Blackbird.

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Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity275
check ins · last 30 days · active todaycheck ins · last 30 daysactive today

Flynet check ins

3,162

Neighborhood

Santa Monica

Last 30 days

275 check ins

−27% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 28Oct 27

When it's busy

Usually busy right now

Tuesdaytoday
1a12p11p
Monday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Tuesday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Wednesday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Thursday12:00 – 9:00 PM
Friday12:00 – 9:30 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 9:30 PM

Inside The Lobster

The experience

Veteran restaurant presenting classic seafood such as Maine lobster against a scenic ocean backdrop.

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Review signal

4.3

2,874 Google reviews

$$$

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Guide

Inside The Lobster

The experience

Veteran restaurant presenting classic seafood such as Maine lobster against a scenic ocean backdrop.

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Why go

The Lobster is a $$$$ American seafood restaurant with a 4.4 Google rating from 428 reviews. A highlighted guest review says the food was good and the price was stiff.

editorial/ updated 10d ago

Review signal

4.3

2,874 Google reviews

$$$

Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Full menu

appetizers

  • Crispy Calamari and Prawns

salads

  • Maine Lobster Salad

  • Caesar Salad

    classic

sides

  • Truffle Parmesan Fries

mains

  • Lobster Roll

    classic

dessert

  • Warm Chocolate Truffle Cake

seed menu intel/ updated 10d ago

Amenities

Meals

LunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

CoffeeBeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroomGood for groups
Google Places/ updated 10d ago

Fast facts

  • Blackbird shows 3,162 all-time on-chain check-ins.
  • Sunday and Saturday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Its Google rating is 4.4 from 428 reviews.
  • The price level is $$$$, so plan for a splurge.
  • A highlighted review calls out a Japanese-whiskey old fashioned.
editorial/ updated 10d ago

Did you know

The Lobster has logged 3,162 Blackbird on-chain check-ins, with Sunday and Saturday as its busiest check-in days.

editorial/ updated 10d ago
NEARBY

Within walking distance

Other Blackbird spots a short walk from The Lobster.

  • The Misfit Bar & Restaurant

    Santa Monica

    6MIN WALK
  • Monica Cafe

    Santa Monica

    9MIN WALK
  • XUNTOS

    Santa Monica

    9MIN WALK
  • Tar & Roses

    Santa Monica

    10MIN WALK

FAQ

How popular is The Lobster?

The Lobster has logged 3,162 check ins on Blackbird.

When is The Lobster busiest?

The Lobster is busiest on Monday afternoons, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does The Lobster serve?

The Lobster serves American Seafood cuisine.

How expensive is The Lobster?

The Lobster is in the $$$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at The Lobster?

Download the Blackbird app, visit The Lobster in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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