“solid seafood execution and a scene that actually justifies the price tag—michelin-backed, and the lobster prep is the real deal.”
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The Lobster
seafood · american · Santa Monica
Michelin Guide
solid seafood execution and a scene that actually justifies the price tag—michelin-backed, and the lobster prep is the real deal.
73/100Harry HungryScoreHarry's headline verdict, 0–100. How good the place actually is, once the loud reviews and the timid critics have cancelled each other out.
70/100Worth ItScoreWorth-It Score, 0–100. Whether the bill is fair for what lands on the table. High means good value; low means you're paying for the postcode.
Paying for the Scene. Harry scores The Lobster 73/100 for quality and 70/100 on the Worth It scale for Santa Monica. One caveat: you're paying for the room and the vibe as much as the plate. ratings dip on yelp, so expectations matter.