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 Bubba Gump Shrimp A delightful destination filled with fantastic food and fun, where each visit creates fresh memories for family and friends. Universal CityWalk, 818.753.4867, Santa Monica Pier 310.393.0458, 87 Aquarium Way, Long Beach 562.437.2434. www.bubbagump.com
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| Duke’s Malibu Mainland outpost of busiest restaurant in Hawaii offers island seafood, spectacular ocean views. Popular Barefoot Bar. Lunch Tues.-Sat.; dinner nightly; brunch Sun. (AE, DS, MC, V) 21150 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.317.0777 $$ Map west of K7 Hungry Cat East Coast fare in hip little spot. Crabby Benedict; you-peel or they-peel shrimp by the half pound. Bloody Marys, Pimlico. Lunch Tues.–Fri.; dinner nightly; brunch weekends. (All major cards) Sunset & Vine, 155 N. Vine St., Hollywood, 323.462.2155 $$ Map H14 Kendall's Brasserie Fast-paced contemporary brasserie fare and seafood bar at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. Lunch daily; dinner Tues.–Sun. (All major cards) 135 N. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.972.7322 $$ Map H16 The Lobster Pier-adjacent landmark gets new culinary life thanks to chef Allison Thurber. Lunch, dinner daily. (All major cards) 1602 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, 310.458.9294 $$$ Map L8 |
Providence James Beard Foundation just named it the best new restaurant in the country. Extraordinary seafood chef Michael Cimarusti offers an adventure at sea (and on land), from eel livers to lobster with oven-roasted tomato, artichoke, baby spinach and pee-wee potatoes. Lunch Wed.–Fri.; dinner nightly. (All major cards) 5955 Melrose Ave., L.A., 323.460.4170 $$$$ Map I14 |
Water Grill Starchefs.com “Rising Star” chef David LeFevre is lauded for cold-poaching and slow-steaming at classic venue. Lunch weekdays; dinner nightly. (All major cards) 544 S. Grand Ave., downtown, 213.891.0900 $$$$ Map H16 Rock ‘N Fish Oak-grilled seafood, steaks, American regional fare. South Bay’s largest bar, open until 2 a.m. Lunch, dinner daily. (AE, DC, MC, V) 120 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Manhattan Beach, 310.379.9900 $ Map L13 |
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American • Brew Pubs • British • California Cuisine • Chinese • Clubs/Supper Clubs • Continental • Dessert • Eclectic • French • Indian • International • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Latin/Cuban • Mediterranean • Mexican/Southwestern • Moroccan • Pan-Asian • Polynesian • Seafood • Spanish • Steak • Thai • Vietnamese
Chart House Perennial favorite; beachfront or marina views. Renowned salad bar, daily selection of fresh fish, slow-roasted prime rib. Dinner nightly. (All major cards) 18412 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.454.9321. 13950 Panay Way, Marina del Rey, 310.822.4144. 231 Yacht Club Way, Redondo Beach, 310.372.3464 $$ Map west of K7, N9, M13
Gladstone’s Malibu One of SoCal’s busiest seafood restaurants; a million visitors each year, and for good reason. Incomparable ocean view. All meals daily; brunch weekends. (All major cards) 17300 Pacific Coast Hwy., Malibu, 310.GL4.FISH $$ Map west of K7
McCormick & Schmick’s Wood, glass, brass; seafood any way you like it. Happy hour. Lunch, dinner daily. (All major cards) 206 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.859.0434. 111 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, 626.405.0064. 633 W. 5th St., downtown, 213.629.1929. 2101 Rosecrans Ave., El Segundo, 310.416.1123 $$ Map Q19, I11, H16, L13
Parkers’ Lighthouse Working lighthouse with panoramic views of Long Beach Bay (and Queen Mary) and city skyline. Sushi bar with waterfront patio seating. Lunch, dinner daily. (All major cards) 435 Shoreline Drive, Long Beach, 562.432.6500 $$ Map N16