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10Best Seafood
Ocean Avenue Seafood
(Restaurants - Seafood)
1401 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica  90401 • 310-394-5669
Distance: ~0.27 mi *
        Description: SANTA MONICA. Once you know the name of this upscale restaurant, you know what it does best. The menu promises a variety of dishes, but seafood is the star. Try ahi tuna accompanied by steaming rice and fresh veggies, or take advantage of the place's great oysters – there's a terrific selection during happy hour too. The comfort level is heightened by wicker furniture and a friendly waitstaff who are always happy to help.
       

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The Lobster
(Restaurants - Seafood)
1602 Ocean Ave at Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica  90401 • 310-458-9294
Distance: ~0.60 mi *
        Description: SANTA MONICA. This long-standing seafood restaurant – first opened in 1925 and now reborn in an impressive new structure – specializes in fresh-from-the-sea catches and affords a prime location for observing the pier and marveling at the sunset. Try anything offered, from lobster to crab Louis or white sea bass. The menu changes daily, so the variety of finfish and shellfish is always in delicious flux. A perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or to meet after work for drinks and appetizers.
        User Rating: 6.5 / 10
       

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Mori Sushi
(Restaurants - Seafood)
11500 W Pico Blvd, West Los Angeles  90064 • 310-479-3939
Distance: ~3.59 mi *
        Description: WEST LOS ANGELES. This understated spot doesn't even have its name on the sign – look instead for a rustic sketch of a fish. The minimalist interior features simple table and bar seating in order to place focus on the exquisite food. In fact, presentation of some of the city's freshest seafood is so breathtaking that diners have been known to comment that they didn't know whether to eat it or frame it. Try octopus carpaccio, broiled prawns, or fabulously fresh sashimi. Order a Kirin beer to highlight the flavors.
       

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Crustacean
(Restaurants - Seafood)
9646 Little Santa Monica Blvd, Beverly Hills  90210 • 310-205-8990
Distance: ~6.51 mi *
        Description: BEVERLY HILLS. Bon Appetit meets Town & Country at this trendy Euro-Asian seafood restaurant and bar. A two-level re-enactment of a Vietnamese dinner club, it's where beautiful people meet beautiful food. Dungeness crab with An's secret garlic sauce or sake-simmered crab will make you salivate on the spot. Garlic noodles are justifiably famous, and every Asian tapas is carefully prepared and presented. For dessert, try the Music Box or the special trio of sorbets – they're a perfect ending to a memorable meal. The trendier you look, the better your table.
       

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The Palm
(Restaurants - Seafood)
9001 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood  90069 • 310-550-8811
Distance: ~7.95 mi *
        Description: WEST HOLLYWOOD. This venerable seafood and steak spot, with its legendary LA social scene, has built its reputation on an array of dining pleasures. The clubby venue is often frequented by celebs and industry types, and it boasts all the upscale menu standards, including crisp salads, succulent lobsters, and what many regard as the juiciest steaks west of the Mississippi. You'll also find a selection of Italian dishes, especially veal and linguine options. In addition, the great bar can provide an ideal accompaniment to any meal.
       

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Delmonico's Steak and Lobster House
(Restaurants - Seafood)
16358 Ventura Blvd, Encino  91436 • 818-986-0777
Distance: ~9.70 mi *
        Description: ENCINO. As the name promises, Delmonico's is the spot to visit if you're in the mood for lobster. Among the myriad ways the kitchen prepares the crustacean are as risotto, as cakes, as a cocktail, and stuffed. Craving something different? Linguine and clams, succulent veal dishes, and seared steaks satisfy even the heartiest appetites. Be sure to ask your server for a wine to complement the meal – the staff are well-trained and are sure to suggest an excellent vintage.
       

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Fish Grill
(Restaurants - Seafood)
7226 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood  90036 • 323-937-7162
Distance: ~9.72 mi *
        Description: WEST HOLLYWOOD. This casual, kosher spot is popular with the lunch crowd, who mainly carry out delicious, simply-grilled fish dishes. Generous portions of tuna, trout, and salmon arrive with hot, fresh fries on the side (or rice pilaf, for a healthier choice). Salads topped with grilled fish filets come with a sweet honey-dijon dressing. Sides include cole slaw and baked potatoes. A great choice for a quick, healthy, and cheap meal.
       

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Providence
(Restaurants - Seafood)
5955 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles  90038 • 323-460-4170
Distance: ~10.79 mi *
        Description: MELROSE. Only the freshest seafood makes its way to Providence's coveted tables. This charming New American spot serves a mixture of hot selections and raw, cold ones – both excellent, according to regulars. Start with an indulgent appetizer of foie gras sauté served with braised quince and port wine before feasting on dishes like lobster with cinnamon-scented butternut squash or New Zealand tai snapper accompanied by a compote of vine-ripened tomatoes. Lunch selections – offered only on Friday – are on the lighter side, but the quality of the seafood remains excellent.
       

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The Hungry Cat
(Restaurants - Seafood)
1535 N Vine St, Hollywood  90028 • 323-462-2155
Distance: ~11.46 mi *
        Description: HOLLYWOOD. East Coast-style seafood travels west to this hip, casual restaurant. Oysters, clams, and crab cakes are stars of the dinner menu – try Dungeness crab with black rice and spicy coconut sauce or a half-pound of deliciously fresh peel-and-eat shrimp. If you're more into turf than surf, the "Pug Burger" – bacon, avocado, and blue cheese – has your name on it. Lunch and Sunday brunch also bring crowds to the tiny spot, so make reservations early. If the weather permits, take a seat on the laid-back patio.
       

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Fins Creekside
(Restaurants - Seafood)
23504 Calabasas Rd, Calabasas  91302 • 818-223-3467
Distance: ~12.50 mi *
        Description: CALABASAS. This cozy bistro-style spot will charm any seafood lover. Favorite appetizers include perfectly steamed mussels, crisp crab cakes, and grilled ahi tuna salad. The signature dish is halibut wrapped in a macadamia nut crust and topped with Thai peanut sauce. Locals also swear by Alaskan king crab legs and Southern-style catfish. A selection of steaks and pastas will satisfy any non-seafood eaters in your crew. Sultry jazz is often on the menu and will have you lingering late into the night.
       

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