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Best Los Angeles Seafood Restaurants


Nothing is more disappointing than going to an oceanfront restaurant, only to discover that the bland fish you're eating was frozen between being caught and being served to you. The best seafood is fresh, and prepared in such a way as to accent the natural flavors of the sea without overwhelming them. Presented in alphabetical order, here are the top seafood restaurants in Los Angeles.

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DOWNTOWN

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood
12/20
Dining Room at McCormick & Schmick 633 W. Fifth St., 4th Fl.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213-629-1929 | Menu
Fresh seafood dominates the lengthy menu at this downtown branch of the upscale chain. More...

ROCK'N FISH Seafood
12/20
Dining Room at ROCK L.A. Live
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. A-160
Los Angeles, CA 90015
213-748-4020 | Menu
A downtown find at L.A. LIVE for oak-grilled steaks, seafood and Navy grog. More...

BEVERLY HILLS/HOLLYWOOD/MIDTOWN

Fish Grill Seafood
Quick Bite
7226 Beverly Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
323-937-7162 | Menu
Bustling fish house where salmon, trout, sea bass, red snapper and ahi are grilled over mesquite. More...

The Hungry Cat Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at The Hungry Cat, Hollywood, CA Sunset + Vine
1535 N. Vine St.
Hollywood, CA 90028
323-462-2155 | Menu
Expertly prepared fresh seafood offerings in a casual industrial-chic setting, including a raw bar, plus good wines by the glass and hard-to-resist desserts. More...

Providence Seafood
17/20
Dining Room at Providence, Los Angeles, CA 5955 Melrose Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90038
323-460-4170 | Menu | Photo | Video
Providence reinforces what we've long known: Michael Cimarusti is a master with fish. More...

Son of a Gun Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Son of a Gun, Los Angeles, CA 8370 W. 3rd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90048
323-782-9033 | Menu | Photo
A seafood-focused restaurant from Animal chefs Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo. More...

SANTA MONICA/MARINA DEL REY/MALIBU

BP Oysterette Seafood
14/20
1355 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-576-3474 | Menu
Breezy views and a variety of New England seafood dishes. More...

Catch Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at Catch, Santa Monica, CA Casa Del Mar
1910 Ocean Way
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-581-7714 | Menu
Sweeping views of the Pacific accompany seafood-driven cuisine. More...

Joe's Contemporary
15/20
Dining Room at Joe 1023 Abbot Kinney Blvd.
Venice, CA 90291
310-399-5811 | Menu
Not your average Joe. Joe Miller wins with his contemporary American menu and reasonable prices. More...

The Lobster Seafood
14/20
Dining Room at The Lobster, Santa Monica, CA 1602 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-458-9294 | Menu
A dramatic wood, glass and concrete oceanside setting for seafood or to enjoy the sunset over a drink. More...

Malibu Seafood Seafood
Quick Bite
25653 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-456-3430 | Menu
This funky little place is a genuine slice of California beach culture. More...

Moonshadows California
13/20
Dining Room at Moonshadows, Malibu, CA 20356 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-456-3010 | Menu
Moonshadows is a popular choice for lunch on the patio or drinks and dinner. More...

Ocean Avenue Seafood Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Ocean Avenue Seafood, Santa Monica, CA 1401 Ocean Ave.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
310-394-5669 | Menu
Nicely prepared fresh fish and a complementary wine list are offered in an airy atmosphere. More...

The Reel Inn Seafood
12/20
18661 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Malibu, CA 90265
310-456-8221 | Menu
Casual seafood spot with views of the Pacific Ocean and a large selection of sea creatures. More...

SOUTH BAY

The Admiral Risty Seafood
13/20
31250 Palos Verdes Dr.
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
310-377-0050 | Menu
Competent seafood restaurant with spectacular ocean views. More...

Bluewater Grill Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Bluewater Grill, Redondo Beach, CA 665 N. Harbor Dr.
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310-318-3474 | Menu
A reliable seafood grill with simple but effective entrées and a great harbor view. More...

Delzano's Seafood
13/20
179 N. Harbor Dr.
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
310-374-7525 | Menu
A stylish ocean-view spot for eclectic seafood and pastas. More...

King's Fish House Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at King 100 W. Broadway
Long Beach, CA 90802
562-432-7463 | Menu
Flagship of a chain specializing in seasonal seafood and a lively atmosphere. More...

San Pedro Fish Market & Restaurant Mexican
Quick Bite
Ports O’ Call Village
1190 Nagoya Way
San Pedro, CA 90731
310-832-4253 | Menu
A wide selection of you-pick-’em, they-cook-’em seafood in the bustling Ports O’ Call Village, plus lobsters to-go. More...

WESTSIDE/WEST LA

Gulfstream Seafood
13/20
Dining Room at Gulfstream, Los Angeles, CA Westfield Century City
10250 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90067
310-553-3636 | Menu
A bustling, contemporary setting in which to enjoy a diverse seafood menu. More...

Il Grano Italian
16/20
Dining Room at Il Grano, Los Angeles, CA 11359 Santa Monica Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90025
310-477-7886 | Menu
Sal Marino, chef-owner of Il Grano, uses only top-quality, seasonal products for his fine Italian menu. More...

SAN GABRIEL VALLEY/PASADENA

Fanta-Sea Grill Japanese
Quick Bite
Rite-Aid Center
912 Fair Oaks Ave.
South Pasadena, CA 91030
626-799-5588
Expect Japanese-style seafood with a healthful flair More...

NBC Seafood Cantonese
13/20
404 S. Atlantic Blvd.
Monterey Park, CA 91754
626-282-2323 | Menu
A wide selection of fresh seafood is plucked right from the tanks in this gilt-walled dining room of dim sum. More...

Newport Seafood Chinese
14/20
18441 E. Colima Rd.
Rowland Heights, CA 91748
626-839-1239 | Menu
Chaozhou Chinese seafood enhanced by Southeast Asian herbs and spices. More...

Ocean Star Seafood Restaurant Cantonese
13/20
145 N. Atlantic Blvd., #201-203
Monterey Park, CA 91754
626-308-2128 | Menu
Stellar line-up of seafood in a restaurant that seats 800 people. More...

Sea Harbour Seafood Restaurant Chinese
14/20
3939 N. Rosemead Blvd.
Rosemead, CA 91770
626-288-3939
Abalone dishes to fit any budget. More...

INLAND EMPIRE

Duane's Prime Steak & Seafood Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Duane The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa
3649 Mission Inn Ave.
Riverside, CA 92501
951-341-6767 | Menu
Steaks and seafood in a darkly romantic restaurant. More...

SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

Delmonico's Lobster House Seafood
13/20
16358 Ventura Blvd.
Encino, CA 91436
818-986-0777 | Menu
Lobster dominates the menu, but many other meat and seafood dishes are available. More...


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