Almost every corner of Los Angeles has restaurants that serve pristine seafood, thanks in no small part to its coastal proximity and to the bountiful fish markets that supply the Southland. Because of this advantage, locals and visitors have their pick
of high-end raw bars; we-buy-you-fry stands; or unfussy, historic oceanside restaurants. Below are some of the most splendid seafood restaurants to try in Los Angeles, whether looking for East Coast–style lobster rolls, tinned fish–topped toast, or Korean ganjang gejang. For restaurants that specialize in sushi, head to Eater’s best Los Angeles sushi restaurants map.
New this update: West Hollywood standby Connie & Ted’s leaves the list after its permanent closure in July 2026, as well as Koast, which closed in 2025 after less than one year open, and Sáu Can Tho Vietnamese Kitchen, which also closed in 2026. Clark’s Oyster Bar in Malibu, the more casual Malibu Seafood, Santa Monica gem Crudo e Nudo, Venice’s Baja-influenced San Damián, San Gabriel house-special lobster legend Newport Seafood, Joyce Soul and Sea in Downtown Los Angeles, A&J Seafood Shack in Long Beach, Wilmington’s the Cargo Barge, and Hollywood’s Thai-influenced seafood boil star Shrimp Lover join.
Rebecca Roland is a lifelong seafood fan and particularly enjoys a well-made fish and chips or crispy shrimp basket. Every time she thinks about seafood, she’s reminded of the ill-fated Vanderpump Rules proposal at Neptune’s Net, which remains one of her favorite stops along the coast.
If unlimited budgets and time were available, Mona Holmes would embark on a daily seafood crawl throughout Southern California.
