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Best Lobster Dishes in Los Angeles
5 restaurants compared
Price range: $24.00 – $48.00
Avg recommendation: 94%
Top 5 Lobster Dishes in Los Angeles (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 5 restaurants:
- Found Oyster Lobster Roll at Found Oyster — 100% recommended, $34.00 (East Hollywood)
- Cavatelli with Lobster Sauce at Pasta | Bar — 96% recommended, (Encino)
- Grilled Lobster at Saffy's — 94% recommended, $48.00 (East Hollywood)
- Lobster Quesadilla at Guerilla Tacos — 92% recommended, $24.00 (Arts District)
- Wood-Grilled Lobster at Holbox — 90% recommended, $42.00 (South LA)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 5 Lobster Dishes
#1100% recommend
Found Oyster Lobster Roll
Found OysterEast Hollywood·$$$
$34.00
Maine lobster with lemon and brown butter on a toasted bun.
Tip: They go for the brown butter style here, not mayo. It really highlights the natural sweetness of the lobster meat.
#296% recommend
Cavatelli with Lobster Sauce
Pasta | BarEncino·$$$$
Hand-made cavatelli in a butter-rich lobster sauce with fresh herbs.
Tip: The lobster sauce is the star here. It's incredibly concentrated. Take your time to savor the depth of flavor in the broth.
#394% recommend
Grilled Lobster
Saffy'sEast Hollywood·$$$
$48.00
Wood-grilled lobster marinated in green harissa and cilantro.
Tip: The green harissa is the secret. It's much fresher and more herbal than standard red harissa, making it perfect for lobster.
#492% recommend
Lobster Quesadilla
Guerilla TacosArts District·$$$
$24.00
Maine lobster with melted Oaxacan cheese and a subtle chili-herb oil.
Tip: This is one of the richest items on the menu. Great for sharing between two people alongside a few of the more acidic tacos.
#590% recommend
Wood-Grilled Lobster
HolboxSouth LA·$$
$42.00
A whole lobster split and grilled over wood fire with garlic butter.
Tip: This is one of the best deals for a whole grilled lobster in the city. It's perfectly cooked every time.