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    Cap't Loui Seafood Boil

    4.7 (555 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
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    Oysters fries and seafood boil
    Kristin F.

    10/10, I would absolutely recommend this place! The food was delicious and very reasonably priced for the amount you get. We ordered the Pick 4 with shrimp and crawfish, and I was honestly shocked by how much food there was. There were three of us, and we all have pretty good appetites, but we still had plenty left over. It's definitely shareable! The flavor was incredible. I usually drown my seafood in lemon or lime, but I didn't need to add a thing here. It was perfectly seasoned and packed with flavor on its own. My only gripe has nothing to do with the restaurant itself--it was the parking. I ended up paying $10 to park, which felt a bit steep. If you can, I'd recommend finding street parking instead. Overall, amazing food, generous portions, and great value. We'll definitely be back!

    Fries-Cajun
    Shayla N.

    I found Cap't Loui on TikTok while looking for affordable seafood boils, and the combo deals convinced me to try it. The experience was just okay for me. The main issue was the crawfish--we weren't told they ran out of live and were given frozen instead. For ~$20 a pound, the frozen crawfish had an unpleasant aftertaste and very little flavor. The fries were crispy but on the sweeter side, which I personally didn't enjoy. On the positive side, the space is nice and spacious, service is fast, and food comes out quickly. Parking in Koreatown wasn't too bad either. Overall, I wouldn't come back, but I can see why others might like it.

    Victoria M.

    The staff is amazing! All interactions were a 10/10. The chicken wings came out fresh and hot very delicious. The boil was also really good. The sauce wasn't too spicy, there was just enough garlic. It's clean and modern inside, parties of 5 and up there is an automatic gratuity added. And they are open late. I will be back.

    Stefany W.

    The business owner responded to my original review and said that their current promo is for 4lb+ seafood which is a lie. See photo where their promo starts at 2lb seafood. We had also gotten the promo at 2lb but they wouldn't give it to us with the 3lb when we ordered an additional lb of shrimp.

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    Mary D.

    Came back after my first visit in February, and they've definitely gotten way more popular since their grand opening. The wait on a Tuesday night was around 30-40min. The good news is they still have solid deals, especially on Tuesdays with promos like $1 oysters, so it's still a pretty affordable seafood boil spot. Compared to my first visit though, this one didn't hit the same. Back in February, I would've rated it closer to a 9/10 because the food felt like such a steal -- we got the 4 lb combo, 3 sides, fries, a free snow crab cluster, and unlimited garlic noodles for around $115 with tax and tip included. The boil sauce was good, service was great. This time, I'd say it was more of an 8/10. The food was still decent, but the boil tasted more just okay, came cold and not as memorable as before. Service also felt a little weird this visit, very inattentive and for our boil takeout (to-go leftovers), the guy just gave us an extra clear trash bag to carry everything out in?? It worked, but it was kind of random. He could have offered a carrying bag for it... It made the experience so underwhelming. Overall, still a good deal and worth going for the promos, but my grand opening visit was definitely the better experience.

    Patrick L.

    My daughter was celebrating her sweet 16 and wanted a seafood boil. We found Cap't Loui on yelp and they did not disappoint. The best seafood boil in SoCal. Our server Tara was amazing, our party was 9 people and it was our first time. She was very patient and very knowledgeable about menu. She knew the spice levels very well and help accommodate our versions allergies. Everything was fresh, good and so flavorful. We got the shrimp, crawfish, mussels, and snow crab and I can't decide what was best because it was all amazing. The crawfish size was bigger than most places I've been. The flavors you could taste and it wasn't just salty. Definitely a must try. It was so good we forgot to get pictures of everything.

    Cap't Loui did not disappoint!!! The food was absolutely delicious and our server Robin was so attentive and kind to my daughters and I. We will definitely be back. Aye Aye Cap't!!!

    Pick 2 LB
    Will L.

    Cap't Loui has quickly become one of my favorite seafood boil spots in Koreatown. Everything came out fresh, hot, and packed with flavor. We ordered the pick 2 combo with 2 lbs of shrimp (head on) with mild Cap't Loui sauce, and it was buttery, garlicky, and had just the right amount of spice without overpowering the seafood. The shrimp were juicy and easy to peel, and every bite was coated in sauce. We also tried the garlic noodles and cajun fries, which were both really good. The pasta was simple but rich and perfectly al dente (my pet peeve is mushy noodles), and the fries were perfectly crispy with great seasoning. We had the noodles as part of the combo but the fries were definitely worth ordering as an additional side. A special shoutout to our server, Jacey, who was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming. She checked in on us throughout the meal, made sure we had everything we needed, and her positive attitude really elevated the entire experience. Great service can make a good meal even better, and Jacey definitely made our visit a 10/10. The atmosphere is casual and fun, making it a great place to catch up with friends or enjoy a messy seafood feast. The food came out quickly, the quality exceeded our expectations, and we left full and happy. We'll definitely be back!

    Shannon T.

    This was my first time here and it won't be the last!!! I loooooved the crab legs. And Max provided the BEST service!

    Oysters
    Catherine C.

    The staff are very friendly and helpful, especially Ian. I came on a Tuesday for their $1 oysters and they're fantastic even off season. The place is fairly new, and I would love if they introduce another sauce option for the seafood boil but it's not a make or break thing. The deal on the oysters is not something I can pass up, and I'll definitely be back.

    Shamara B.

    First, time trying here. I found it on Instagram so I've been trying been wanting to try for a while . Customer service was good. Ambiance is nice. Parking is a fee which is a negative. The captain sauce is cool. It could be thicker. The garlic noodles could have used more garlic. The funnel cake fries for dessert are good. Idk if I will be back because it's nowhere near my house.

    Lunch special 4/2026
    Mel D.

    I remember when this place was called toe bang, my old watering hole. Now it's completely remodeled and it's a place for seafood boil, like the boiling crab, but better. Their lunch deal is fantastic, but it's only on the weekdays so not everyone will be able to check it out. But they currently have a grand opening special, which is a great deal, and perfect for a group of four. I highly suggest you check it out soon. I'm hoping that one day they'll have happy hour. I ordered the shrimp and clams spicy with their special seasoning. It was absolutely delicious. Their garlic noodles were also tasty. I honestly I can't wait to bring my other half to check this place out. I went with a fellow yelper who loves this type of cuisine and he said this might be his all time favorite, and he's a connoisseur of seafood boils, all around socal and New Orleans.

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    Brian L.

    Honestly currently one of the best seafood boils in LA...everything tastes incredibly fresh, and you can tell they don't cut corners on quality. Also, the service is just as A+. They are friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Also don't skip dessert because the funnel cakes are a must-try. They have this perfect chewy texture in the middle that almost reminds you of churros, with just the right amount of sweetness. Definitely a spot worth coming back to. Cherry on top is that the now serve soju, beer, and wine. 5 stars and 2 thumbs up! Located across from Origin in Chapman Plaza where Toe Bang used to be.

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    Great food, staff is super friendly! Don't sleep on the Cap't Loui sauce and the shrimp.

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    Had this delivered and ate in the restaurant. High quality seafood. Pretty bomb. Coming back tonight for second dinner

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    Ask the Community - Cap't Loui Seafood Boil

    How do I make group reservations for a large party (20-25)? The website doesn't have Ktown listed in the reservation form and OpenTable doesn't allow us to book for this large of a group. I also tried calling but it's an AI agent that can't help

    For a reservation with that many people,it would be best to call the restaurant and speak with the manager.even if our AI host answers the phone,it can transfer the call to the restaurant anytime

    I love seafood and want to come for my birthday dinner. However, my girlfriend can’t eat shrimp…do you have plenty of other options for her?

    They also offer crab, lobster, clams, mussels, crawfish, calamari and scallops

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    Alaska seafood is located in LA and it is one of our favorites when we are craving seafood! We used…read moreto go to the location in San Pedro before it closed for construction and then we ended up finding this location which is much closer! Parking can be a bit tough at times because it's always packed! The restaurant has a lot of seating as well as a patio outside! They have a pretty decent size menu and a lot to choose from! When you walk in you wait in line and if you're ordering fish, you can pick out which one you want. After they write up your order, you pay and then they will call your number when it's ready! We normally order the tilapia fish, Camarones enchipotlados, the shrimp tempura plate, garlic bread and steamed rice. There hasn't been one time where I left hungry! They give you good portions and everything is so tasty. The fish is cooked to perfection, the shrimp and the chipotle sauce is to die for and the tempura shrimp are so yummy! Overall, this is a place where you could come over and over again and never get tired of it! If you're looking for great seafood in the LA area, definitely checkout Alaska Seafood, they will not disappoint!

    I purchased a their, King salmon. Very disappointed with the quality and customer service…read more The fish was "vacuum packed" with leaky packages and bubbled packaging. Customer service was nonexistent and they wrote nasty things about my dispute. I'm sure that they have good fish, but they didn't send it to me. I spent my early life as a seafood harvester and have the best king salmon from the Alaskan Waters so I have a good idea of quality. Their product did not measure up.

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    Crab House

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    actually such a good raw marinated crab spot!! I saw they were having the borahae special which…read moreserves 2 and it such a good deal imo! I had to run over asap and luckily it was still going on! we arrived close to opening time ~11:50am and since theres a parking lot w valet only ($3), we didn't have to worry about parking. im sure you can find street parking around but there was nothing in the immediate area and we were too hungry to search the ladies working there are sooo cute and kind! they checked to make sure we were enjoying the food and let us know how to eat a certain dish when we said it was our first time. it wasn't too crowded when we got there, but more people started trickling in as we ate/ left. we chose combo A from the special which includes korean crab, spicy crab, sea urchin (m), and soft tofu stew. this was definitely enough for 2 of us but they even gave us another sea urchin bowl on the house (too sweet)! everything tasted sooo fresh and although we first were hesitant about eating raw crab, once we took our first bite, we knew we could trust this spot!! the marinades they used were so flavorful (the spicy is really spicy!!) and I lovedddd how buttery and rich the uni was! the soft tofu stew was so good and comforting - we had to take it to go though bc we were so full after eating everything else. and the sides!! omg super delicious and well prepared. idk what they put in the japchae but it was delicious and unlike any other I've had before! highly recommend this place and I cannot wait to go back!!

    I was teaching my niece on navigating public transportation so we took the Metro, made a transfer,…read moreand exited Wilshire/Vermont from the D-Line, and walked half a mile over. If you're driving, Crab House also has a public parking lot that is a gem in this Koreatown area where you don't have to pay or valet. Crab House specializes in Korean seafood, especially raw crab. We felt welcomed as we came in, even with the language barrier, you can tell the ladies were friendly. It was an intimate restaurant but it has dividers up so you feel a sense of privacy even when there are others nearby. The tables all had gloves, for handling the seafood. Even before reviewing the menu, I knew we had to get their raw marinated crab, since it's what they're known for. We decided to share their #9 Combo ($39.99) which comes with 2 USA Crabs and an extra small Sea Urchin rice and a Korean Potato Pancake ($8.99). Meal comes with complimentary side dishes and iced tea. Wow what a glorious spread. This was my niece's first time having raw marinated crab and she really enjoyed it. The fresh seaweed, imitation crab, and fish eggs it was served with was good too The sea urchin rice had uni, rice, quail egg, and fish eggs. Not that fresh or essential but interesting to try. The marinated raw crab was definitely the star. The Korean potato pancake was a decent addition. We both liked the crispy edge pieces but didn't like the soft soggy spots as much. Eat while fresh for maximum crispiness. We both enjoyed our meal and it was a very unique experience. We will definitely be back for more marinated raw crab and to try more of their menu.

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    I've been wanting to try this place for ages, so I finally stopped in for lunch this week. I had my…read moredog with me, so we sat outside. It was perfectly pleasant, though be warned: foot traffic passes just a few feet away. I kicked things off with a martini, which was excellent--surprisingly generous by today's standards and a real deal at $12. For starters, I had the Caesar salad. Think tuxedo at a pool party: definitely overdressed. But it was delicious, and I'd order it again--just with light dressing. The fish sandwich was fine, nothing more. I couldn't help thinking McDonald's might edge them out on the Filet-O-Fish (though it's been decades, so who knows). It wasn't bad; I'd just try something different next time.

    Came here for a group birthday dinner and it was pretty quiet on a weekday night (same night the…read moreDodgers won the series). Everything we tried I enjoyed for the most part. Parking is brutal in the area so expect to be circling around for a bit. They have a late happy hour which are half off oysters which is nice! We tried a set of raw oysters - rockefeller, small but might in flavor and meatiness. Shucking was done well too. Grilled octopus - pricey for the amount you get, but cooked well. Accompaniments like potatoes were OK, but could have more mushroom. Shell pasta - the pasta was homemade cause it tasted so light. I think the sauce was a little too light for me as well, but overall still a solid dish. Cioppino - Also a little lighter in flavor and I think just smaller in size in comparison to price. Seafood is fresh though, and that's clear in every dish here. Lonely Louie - the star of the night. I loved how fresh and bright this was. Everything mixed so well together and would definitely be getting this again. Atlantic Pie - their version of a key lime pie and was a tangy, nice finisher to the meal.

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    Found Oyster

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    Found Oyster is made for seafood lovers and is truly one of the best raw bars you'll find in Los…read moreAngeles. Definitely make a reservation on weekends because a line had already formed outside the door before the restaurant even opened. The interior space is compact but lively, warm, and charming, with bar seating, high-top tables, and plenty of plants that bring the space to life. From the raw bar, we ordered the Sicilian crudo, littleneck clams, peel & eat prawns, Jonah crab cocktail, and a couple of their oyster selections. Almost everything we ordered was a 10/10 because of how exceptionally fresh the seafood was. The Sicilian crudo is a must-order, with a combination of salmon, tuna, and scallop dressed with lemon, capers, and red onion. We also had the New England-style clam chowder with bacon. It was creamy and delicious, though a bit thinner than what I was used to. Service was attentive, prompt, and efficient despite how busy the restaurant was, as it was already bustling from the moment it opened. I'm looking forward to the next time I can come back!

    Came here for a light lunch, the food was pretty good but definitely pricey. Favorite bite was…read moredefinitely the dunguness crab tostada, it was a new item but AMAZING, definitely recommend trying it. The razor clam had a rly good sauce base but it was a lil bit sandy and not as tender as I hoped but still good. We also got the crudo, 2 oysters, 2 prawns, and 2 mussels. They were pretty good, but nothing crazy & lowk expensive. I was celebrating an anniversary with my boyfriend so we were fine w paying but just know that it's a bit pricy for the portions. For the both of us, it was almost $200

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