I grew up in San Francisco and my family and I would go to Thanh Long when I was young. The roasted…read morecrab and garlic noodles were a staple of some memorable dinners in the foggy evenings of the Sunset District. So Crustacean coming from that city legend always stood out to me. Andrew at Crustacean Beverly Hills made our recent Sunday lunch a memorable one. He was helpful, informative and his customer service was great.. We appreciated him. He should be recognized for sure. From the Sunday brunch menu, we ordered the tuna cigars ($22) which are presented in cigar boxes that are opened to reveal smoke to mimic cigar smoke. The tuna is wrapped in crispy filo dough, like a thin and delicate egg roll wrapper. The top is covered in tobiko caviar. This was just ok. I wish it was more flavorful. The presentation is the draw for sure. We ordered crispy langoustine roll ($10) and this was essentially the size of a regular lumpia, if even that, cut in half and and presented in a citrus chili sauce. This was too small of an appetizer portion IMO. Tasty but such small portioning. We also ordered 2 of the Vietnamese satay ($10 ea): prime filet mignon and jidori chicken oyster. You get 2 satay sticks from each order. For our main, I had to get the An's famous garlic noodles and we got the colossal tiger prawns with it ($59) to share. The garlic noodles are as tasty as ever. You get 3 tiger prawns. That roasted garlic and secret sauce brings me back to elementary school eating at Thanh Long with my parents. For dessert we ordered warm beignets ($20) that come with a vietnamese coffee anglaise for dipping. We added Tahitian vanilla bean ice cream ($6) to accompany it per Andrew' suggestion. That indeed paired well. Andrew was also kind enough to send us an extra dessert of pineapple ice cream/sherbert to help us celebrate our occasion. We appreciated him for sure. For take out: I ordered An's famous garlic roasted dungeness crab ($125 mp) and an order of garlic noods ($22) for my parents. They loved that as their dinner and it for sure brought back memories of living in San Francisco and eating these memorable meals. We were shocked to find out after being seated that Crustacean BH was gonna have July 27th as their last day of service. A little over a week's time... Shocked because the week leading up to this brunch, we were in touch with Lynn the private dining liason for Crustacean to set up a private luncheon in one of their rooms for 20 people in late August. There were no indications from her re: any of these developments. It was disappointing and surprising to say the least. Andrew, our excellent server, filled us in and we have moved our focus on having the luncheon elsewhere.

I was excited to try Crustacean after seeing their happy hour menu and having a Resy credit to use…read more Unfortunately, the experience got off to a disappointing start. Upon arrival, the front-of-house staff member was cold and unwelcoming. I was told that happy hour seating was first come, first served, but received no guidance on where to wait or how the process worked, leaving me to figure it out on my own. The restaurant itself was beautiful. I loved the decor and the koi fish aquarium beneath your feet. After eventually finding a seat, another guest informed me that the restaurant would be closing after 30 years due to losing its lease. Shortly afterward, I learned that they no longer offer happy hour at all--a surprise considering I had waited nearly 30 minutes expecting it to begin. It would have been appreciated if this had been communicated upon arrival, especially since outdated happy hour information is still easy to find. Service throughout the meal was slow, though I will give credit where it's due: once our order was placed, the food arrived surprisingly quickly. We ordered the Vietnamese filet mignon satay, tuna cigars, banh hỏi, and the famous garlic noodles. The standout dish was easily the filet mignon satay--it was flavorful, tender, and the highlight of the meal. The remaining dishes were enjoyable but didn't leave a lasting impression. The shrimp also wasn't cleaned. For drinks, I ordered the Passionately in Love and the Saigon Silk. While both were decent, the Saigon Silk arrived only about one-third full, which was disappointing given the price. Overall, the food had its moments, particularly the filet mignon satay, but the lack of hospitality, poor communication, and underwhelming service overshadowed the experience. I can appreciate the restaurant's long history, but based on this visit, I wouldn't recommend going out of your way to dine here.

Exceeded our expectations from greetings from Kurt upon entering so gracious and informative.The…read morebartender Avery was prompt without being rushed-and was knowledgable about menu. Dennis the barback was very helpful also. . Every appetizer we had was wonderful. Thank you to all the staff for a job well done. Great location!

COVID-19: Social distancing is not enforced at this establishment. Some of the staff wears a mask…read more All customers are not expected to wear a mask. It's optional now. The staff also wears gloves when handling food. There are no hand sanitizers available for customers to use. This place is available for take outs and has some indoor & outdoor seating available with limited capacity. They are not sanitizing in between customers. I mention these things in my reviews for the sake of protecting immunocompromised people like the elderly and people sick with cancer and other illnesses. COVID-19 Vaccination Proof: This establishment currently does not require proof of vaccination. While I was eating my food in this establishment, I asked if they had any special offers and they weren't offering any at the moment. They currently do have happy hour. They also do not allow pets in their establishment UNLESS it's a service animal. Parking: They only have valet parking here. Valet parking is $15 not including tip. Apparently during peak business hours or during the holidays, they will jack up the prices for valet parking. You have been warned! The best part about solo dining is eating whatever the hell I want without any judgement or pushbacks from other people. And I could eat at my own pace and people watch. Food and Drinks: At the bar, I ordered their famous berries and bubbles cocktail. It is famously crafted with a mix of citrus-infused vodka, fresh lemon juice, marinated blackberries, and a splash of brut, topped with dry ice to create a billowing, theatrical smoke effect. This drink was incredibly fruity and refreshing. The perfect alcoholic beverage for the summer. When I finally got my own table, I ordered their famous jumbo lump crab cake, lobster bisque, and caviar as my three appetizers. The jumbo lump crab cake is a signature appetizer here at Ocean Prime. I like their generous portion of premium crab meat and its elegant presentation. It is served alongside a sweet and sour slaw and a zesty horseradish mustard aioli. The crab cake was very tender and sweet. It balances the richness of the crab with the bright, slightly spicy kick of the aioli. It was baked to perfection. The lobster bisque was so yummy and creamy. It is a rich, velvety soup made with tender lobster meat and a flavorful broth. I like that they have generous, tender pieces of butter-poached Maine lobster in the soup. Ah yes. The Sturgeon caviar. Yes, I am a fancy and extra woman, and I have extremely expensive taste in food. I love me some artisanal caviar. Yum! Anyways, this wasn't on their menu, and I had to special request this. Caviar served on mini pancakes?!?! Say less! I loved how fluffy and soft the mini pancakes were. The caviar had a luxurious, buttery texture. It also had a subtle briny flavor. I found that the caviar bursts on the palate rather than tasting overly fishy. Honestly, putting the caviar on top of the sweet mini pancakes was brilliant because the mini pancakes acted as a neutral canvas so the distinct briny taste of the caviar could shine through. Moreover, I ordered the lobster linguine and sea scallops. The lobster linguine is a popular seafood entrée featuring fresh al dente cooked linguine tossed with succulent lobster meat, roasted tomato butter, arugula, chili flakes, and freshly grated parmesan. Btw, I hate arugula, so I asked the staff to remove it from this dish. Flavor wise, this dish had a delicate balance of rich roasted tomato butter and a kick of spice from chili flakes. I'm a sucker for all things pasta, so this dish hit the spot and satisfied my pasta craving. The sea scallops were fire!!! The jumbo sea scallops were perfectly seared to a golden brown, moist, and tender. The sea scallops were severed on a bed of lobster risotto. The lobster risotto was very rich and creamy. They used a rich Arborio rice cooked with chunks of melt in your mouth lobster, roasted tomatoes, and a savory shellfish. This dish won my heart. And finally, for desserts, I ordered their famous 10 layer carrot cake and creme brûlée. Now, normally, I hate carrot cakes, but since this was highly recommended, I decided to give this a shot. Needless to say, I still hate carrot cake, but I could appreciate this restaurant's take on this dessert. The cake itself was very moist and tasted spicy due to the cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. This dessert is layered with lots of cheese icing and pineapple syrup. I found the cream cheese icing and whipped cream to be extremely delectable, but that's about it. The creme brûlée is a classic and indulgent dessert featuring a rich, velvety vanilla custard, a perfectly crisp caramelized sugar crust, and fresh seasonal berries. I loved the warm and crunchy top, and I truly enjoyed the rich, vanilla-scented custard. Staff: The staff here are very welcoming, attentive, and chill. They accept both cash and credit cards. There is no credit card minimum.

I had to drive up from San Diego for an appointment. A friend has been encouraging me to give Royal…read moreLobster a try. Weather, traffic and timing were all on my side and I had time to grab lunch. This place is amazing! Best Lobster Roll I have had since moving from Maine. I ordered the 7 oz. Roll and I couldn't finish it all. They are generous with their portions. The service was amazing and they treat their customers well. When they learned I would be traveling back to SD they wrapped my leftovers very carefully and gave me a plastic bag with some ice. I loved the look and feel to place. Looking forward to returning. Next time I want to try their Lobster Salad. It looked amazing!

Delicious fresh lobster rolls! Although slightly pricier than I would have liked, it definitely…read moredoes hit your lobster cravings. This 5 oz came out to $55 ordered online. Not sure if there is seating inside. But the service was quick and the packaging was all done nicely. For around $50 it came with a side of chips, paprika salt packet, a slice of lemon, butter, and garlic aioli. Everything was fresh and paired perfectly together. The warm butter brioche bread and the tender sweet lobster were great. I also ordered a side of brioche for sharing which added an extra $4. If you want a fresh lobster roll, def recommend stopping by if you don't mind the higher price!

Marea delivered an exceptional dining experience from start to finish. The food was delicious, the…read moreatmosphere felt elegant but not stuffy, and the service was top-notch. The entire waitstaff excelled at their craft, but our server, Robert, deserves special recognition. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and did an excellent job allowing us to feel cared for but never rushed. We requested that he course the meal out and he did a great job, never letting the table feel overcrowded. His passion for the food and heartfelt hospitality were major contributors to our outstanding evening. As for the food, we enjoyed every dish that came to the table. To start, we shared the Carciofi e Cuori di Palma, Branzino Tartare, Tonno Acqua Pazza Crudo, and Granchio e Caviale. Each dish was beautifully presented and packed with bold, balanced flavors. Even the bread service was remarkable, particularly the focaccia, which was the standout among the three varieties offered. For our entrées, we enjoyed the Marubini, Spaghetti, Mafaldine, and Casarecce, all of which were fantastic. The house-made pastas were each cooked to perfection and showcased the kitchen's exemplary technique and care. We also shared the Fagiolo, Peperone, and Patate as vegetable sides, and each one was excellent. We concluded our meal with a trio of house-made gelati for a sweet finish. The sweet cream and pistachio flavors were both especially memorable and well worth saving a little room for. To top it all off, the restaurant graciously provided some petit fours, compliments of the house. Marea delivered the sophistication you expect from a world-class restaurant by pairing remarkable food and impeccable service. This meal easily ranks among the best we have enjoyed in 2026 and will undoubtedly remain at the top of our list for some time. Thank you for an incredible evening. See you next time!

I wanted to absolutely love this place, but it wasn't as excellent as I had hoped for…read more Pasta - The house made pasta is delicious, but not as good as I have tasted in other places before. Everyone's favorite was Dungeness crab pappardelle and fusilli. Gnocchi was tasty, but not the best. Spaghetti with clams was very mediocre. Proteins - Their steak was vey tender, but the meat itself lacked flavor. Halibut was dry and didn't have any interesting flavor. So you can skip halibut for sure. Overall, I'd rate 3.5/5 for food. As for the service, it's 3/5 as they were decent enough, but not so attentive even though our drinks and water were empty. It's definitely good for date or business meal though as it has a nice ambiance. I'd give 4/5 for that. Would I come back? Sure, but I don't have to be a repeater of this restaurant to be honest as there are many other restaurants with similar quality (if not better) of food for more reasonable price.

My meal It arrived like a quiet promise: a butterflied whole fish laid flat on a white plate, skin…read morebronzed and whisper‑crisp from a hot grill while the flesh beneath gleamed, flaking in neat, almost translucent ribbons--an immediate lesson in restraint. The first bite gives you that textbook contrast chefs chase: a thin, savory Maillard snap, then cool, silky flesh that still tastes of the sea rather than smoke, which tells me it was hit hard over heat to render the skin and pulled off at the precise moment before the proteins tightened. Grilled lemon halves, their edges caramelized, are doing real work here--squeezes of that charred citrus cut through the fish's natural oiliness--while the thin ribbons of pickled red onion and peppery microgreens supply the bright, acidic punctuation that keeps the palate moving. Slices of avocado act as a soft, creamy foil, lengthening the finish without smothering the fish, and the halved cherry‑tomato salad looks lightly dressed so you get clean sweetness and a crisp counterpoint rather than a soggy, overdressed side. From a technical standpoint I appreciate the fundamentals: even scoring or oiling of the skin to prevent sticking, careful timing so the flakes separate cleanly, and a sparing hand with seasoning so the brine of the fish isn't lost under salt or heavy sauces. Many places feel compelled to gild seafood with every trendy condiment; here, the restraint is refreshing and, frankly, rarer than it should be. Service matched the cooking: friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to steer us through the menu with solid recommendations, which matters when a kitchen is doing delicious things well. The restaurant itself is calm and clean, a peaceful setting with a bar that lets the food speak, and last time I was there they were in the process of securing a beer and wine license--good news, because this kind of balanced, grill‑forward cooking benefits from a thoughtful pour. In short, this meal stands out because it trusts the ingredient: confident grilling, smart acid, and honest accompaniments that clarify rather than compete, leaving you satisfied and already thinking about the next visit. As for the house-made salsa: stainless ramekins on a white plate, each with its own tiny spoon - bright yellow emulsion, lacquered dark reduction, smoky-red chile purée, and a chunky herb relish. The emulsion is silky and tangy, perfect for cutting fat; the dark sauce is sticky, umami-forward and built to cling; the red one carries smoke on oil and is medium-hot; the relish snaps with fresh acid and crunch. Important heads-up: one of these is a ghost-pepper style salsa - extremely spicy, slow-building and long-lingering, so use it as a finish, not a dunk. Execution is tidy: no broken emulsion, measured viscosities, portioned so flavors don't bleed - practical, disciplined work. In an era of one-trick "house sauce" laziness, this quartet gives you tools, not excuses, and it elevates whatever's on the grill without stealing the show. I'll definitely be back here!

Decent spot for some Mexican seafood. Modern and slick interior with chill Latin pop makes me feel…read morelike I'm sitting in an all-inclusive resort. Loved the tuna ceviche. Good portion for $28. Mango habanero hot sauce takes the ceviche up a notch with its tropical flavor. Grilled Kanpachi taco is my favorite of all the tacos. Fish is grilled with care, well preserving the moisture and natural sweetness. Had to get a second grilled kanpachi taco after devouring 4 different tacos already. Rib eye taco is quite amazing too. Love the satisfaction from a well grilled fatty steak. The rib eye itself is sliced to thin pieces but I still get the sensation of biting into chunks of meat. Love the idea that the seasoning is competed with pickled onions and salsa as opposed to just seasoning the meat Baja fish and shrimp are more forgetful. Would come again for the tacos absolutely.

This place is amazing. We stopped by on a Wednesday for…read morehappy hour drinks which were fantastic ( Lychee martini only 10$) . Very lovely service and super fresh and delicious food. Thank you, Tess, for the good recommendations and superb service! Check out the Pistachio Tiramisu for dessert ...see picture. We will be back!

We ordered a hamburger (rating: 5/10), fish and chips (7/10). The Brussel sprouts and clam chowder…read morewas by far the best thing I had. Server was nice but when we were leaving we had like 5 different people pack our to go box and when we looked what they packed for us, it looks like they literally threw it in there. Like egg was cracked, fries were missing, the bun to the burger was missing. Super odd. Our bill was over $500 with gratuity included since we had a group of 6. For what we ate, no it's not worth $500 Food = no I won't be coming back Service = server was nice, how they packed the food, no

Beautiful restaurant, even better food…read more We had a bit of decision paralysis when seeing the menu, but the waitress talked us through a few menu items and gave some recommendations. They were all amazing! Will definitely recommend to others and go back ourselves.

OSTE has a good ambiance to it and vibes were great…read more Food was nothing special but I appreciated our server working with us to find something that we both like. Margherita was nothing special and the rigatoni was nothing to die for but the sauce was pretty good and I used the bread with olive oil to dip in. Overall I think it was a good vibe more than the food was special.

Excellent service and great food. David great manager here for the restaurant. I highly recommend…read moregoing here

We had a fantastic dinner at Grandville on Beverly, and the service made the night even better. Our…read morehostess, Cameron, made us feel welcome right away, and the manager, Jacklyn, came by and made sure we were doing great and added to the warm experience. Our waiter, Victor, was attentive and friendly throughout the meal. The food was excellent--our favorites were the skirt steak and the salmon. The mac and cheese was truly to die for. We also finished the meal with amazing desserts, including the lemon dessert and a caramel dessert, both of which were outstanding. To top it all off, the coffees were great at the end of dinner. We'll definitely be back!