Had to come in for the Ragin Cajun's last call! One last boudin, one last round of oysters, one…read morelast po'boy and one last time to savor the bayou bisque (oh deer God I'm going to miss the bisques!). Grabbed some beignets to go, but kicking myself for not getting the peach cobbler one last time. But will miss the southern hospitality, generosity the owners Lisa & Steve have given to the community. Not just in sponsorships but in their parking lot parties which always showcased great local bands and putting on one hell of a free show for the customers! Their food was always the best this side of the Mississippi and their hospitality the same! Can't wait to see their rebranding and have the same comfort flavors of home!

A Bittersweet Farewell to a South Bay Icon! I've been coming here (well first in Hermosa then…read moretheir food truck now here) for their entire 31+ years! I couldn't let Ragin' Cajun Cafe close its current chapter without one last visit for that authentic Louisiana soul food. This place has been such a staple in Redondo Beach and South Bay and while I'm sad to see the "Cafe" era end, I'm also excited for what's next - it's sure to be a hit! What I had to say goodbye one last time!? * Seafood Bisque: This was incredibly rich and velvety, as always. You can tell they don't ever skimp on the seafood--it was packed with flavor and the perfect way to start the meal. * Hush Puppies: Golden, crispy, and exactly what a hush puppy should be. They have that slightly sweet cornmeal interior that pairs so well with their savory dishes. Always worth adding! * Combo Jambalaya Plate: A massive portion and pure comfort. The spices were spot on--bold but not overwhelming--and every bite was loaded with meat and perfectly cooked rice. My goto comfort... The Next Chapter: For anyone worried about losing these flavors: don't panic! While Ragin' Cajun is closing, the owner and chef are reopening very soon in the same spot as Redondo Beach Grill. It's the same team and the same talent, so I'm looking forward to seeing how they evolve the menu while keeping that local heart alive. Their email to followers says they will keep a few menu items as well (doesn't say which ones!?) Thank you to the entire crew for years of amazing meals and hospitality. These flavors WILL be missed!! See you at the new, well, same spot (new name and decor!?)

It's been a minute since I've have had a seafood boil and man was this place was worth the wait!!…read more I came with a friend on a Wednesday night and thankfully it wasn't too busy. As for food we got the Combo 2 and our choices were shrimp, clams and snow crab. We went with the Torpedo sauce for our boil cause it was a mixture of all their other sauces (garlic butter, classic cajun and lemon pepper) and we got it at a medium spice level. And oh boy oh boy did it set our mouths on fire but in the best way possible!! The sauce was everything we wanted it to be, spicy, savory, garlicky, tangy and just pure indulgence. To calm the heat though we also got cajun fries, rice, Thai tea and Jasmine milk tea. Sharing a meal with a friend is always nice but sharing a meal with a friend here is great. I believe food is the ultimate uniter and I'm happy we chose to go here!! My one and only con is just the location because it was a bit sketchy especially at night but the food and service was so good I think it's still worth it to go.

This place is a decently sized restaurant in a small strip mall. There is a TV playing sports and a…read morefew advertisements of their food on the walls and windows. The menu lists market price for their seafood, but nowhere to physically see the prices so you must ask the waiter. I ordered a pound of head on shrimp in spicy torpedo sauce (their house combination sauce) and some mild cajun fries for sharing. The shrimp was well cooked and a nice aroma of garlic lingered from the chunks of garlic visible in the sauce. The sauce had decently chunky bits which adhered to the shrimp well enough and was delicious with a nice kick of heat. The shrimp were less than fresh but perfectly palatable. The Cajun fries were lightly seasoned, with a crisp (but not too crunchy) coating, similar to the exterior of an onion ring. They were great for snacking and whetted my appetite well. All in the food was good, but I just wish the shrimp was fresher to lend some subtle sweetness and fresh feeling to the dish.

Food: -1lb shrimp - whole shabang - mild (add sausage,…read morepotatoes and corn if you're into that) -Side white rice -Cajun Shrimp basket - mild (1 to share and 1 for my 10 year old son) -Kids = chicken tender basket - plain (for picky eaters like my 10 year step son) Service: great! Attentive. Multiple kind employees checking on you during your meal. Skip the soda here: it's flat and doesn't taste right. (Management: Fix your fountain drink machine. The flavors and carbonation are off on Coke and Coke Zero). Wait time: come at opening or expect to wait 1-2 hours. You can put your name on the list and receive a text when it's ready. Recommend killing time at Del Amo mall or Tokyo central down the street. (Just give yourself time to go back before they give your table away) I wanna say this is one of the larger establishments compared to the others in OC. Lots of tables and booths, doesn't feel cramped and also clean. I was weary about the taste comparison with OC locations but glad to report it tastes the same. Thanks for opening one in Torrance.

Came here about 3 days ago with my sister. I know this place gets busy, but the wait was honestly…read morelonger than expected. Not sure if it was just bad luck or what, but I noticed people who arrived after us were getting seated before us, which was frustrating. If it wasn't for that, I would've easily given this place 5 stars. Once we got inside, everything changed. The service was amazing -- servers and bussers were constantly checking in, refilling drinks, and making sure we had everything we needed. Easily 10/10 service once you're seated. The food? Delicious. Seriously, no complaints there. Just a heads up: if you don't like garlic, this might not be your spot because they don't hold back. But overall, the flavors were on point and definitely worth it. They really don't have much competition in what they do. Just wish the front-of-house experience matched how great everything else was.

This is a family friendly sports bar that serves up spectacular lobster rolls and other tasty…read morestuff. I feel like I can write a manuscript describing all the things I like about this place, but no one would bother reading that except maybe my wife so I'm going to try to keep this one relatively short. During my visit, I ordered the Connecticut Style Double Stuffed Roll with a mixture of fries and tater tots. The lobster meat was fresh and nicely flavored with Old Bay seasoning while the split roll was buttery and perfectly crunchy. I seriously can't imagine a lobster roll tasting any better. Not to be out done, the service here was outstanding. The two gentleman who were working at the counter were extremely friendly and helpful. This being the first time at this establishment, I had a bunch of annoying questions. These guys were unfazed and answered my questions very nicely. A few additional notes about this place: -You order and pay up front. It's a beautiful thing to be able to leave whenever you're done eating. -There is plenty of parking in the back of the establishment. -The fountain drink machine is self serve. It's well maintained and fine tuned. No joke, the Coke here is near McDonalds level. If you're in the Redondo Beach neighborhood, I strongly recommend giving this place a try. If you're into lobster rolls, you won't be disappointed.

Food: Pretty solid! Had Connecticut style with fries. Roll was tasty. Buuuuut…read more.... Value: VERY pricey for serving size. Roll was small, imo, for 23.50. Fries were another 6 for hardly any. Kind of prohibitive pricing for casual drop ins. Especially if you order a beer. I know it's South Bay, but bummer. Atmosphere: walls covered in punk records, music gear, and skate decks. Rad! Except.... the pumping music was straight out of "songs covered by Glee." WTF. Excruciating. Like being in a crappy clothing store in a mall. Booooo. Dining in can't both be expensive and a challenge of endurance. Awful. Incoherent. Service: bartender/manager (he said he was manager to a woman he was flirting with, so I'll assume he was) told me the decoration was just decoration. Ok. Weird. Verdict: pass. Not worth $$ or dealing with the vibe. Footnote: bartender guy wore an earbud -- owners should kaibosh that nonsense.

Fabulous crawfish boil, fresh, flavorful- with just the right amount of spices. Served with corn…read moreand potatoes. Have some extra peel & eat shrimp. Great service. Perfect outdoor setting on a sunny day. Must try.

Eat here all the time - best shrimp boil ever. Their add-ins (corn, red potatoes) and appetizers…read moreare great, too. The thing I've discovered more recently is that ordering take away is really good, too. The broth is so rich that I can eat some and save it in the broth overnight and it reheats REALLY well - just had yesterday's lunch leftovers for lunch today and it was a dream!

Order: Shrimp Burrito, carne asada burrito, fries, calamari, chips. Garlic bread, rice, bang bang…read moresauce Pros: Reasonable prices, pleasant customer service,cleanliness was on point. The music was good and sports were available if that's your thing Cons: It took 30 minutes to receive our appetizers and at that time I was told they could not fulfill a portion of my order, I withdrew my order of rice and bang bang sauce. After 30 more minutes most of our order came out with the exception of the garlic bread. I was told that it takes a significant amount of time to make and asked if i wanted something else instead. I felt an hour for two burritos was excessive so declined adding anything else. Moments later my bread appeared. It took a full hour and some change to receive our order which I thought was unreasonable, especially since at this point we were the only patrons. Overall: Food was alright, reasonably priced, and portions were aligned with the price. However, I would recommend ordering ahead or anticipate a long wait time. When we went we were one of two patrons but it seemed they had a fair stream of take out orders. I frequent the area but do not live nearby and nothing caught my attention enough to return.

On Sunday March 22, 2026 we had another fantastic meal with a. Beautiful view of king harbor!!…read more The food was amazing and delicious ! The seafood combo was amazing as was the pad Thai , drunken noodle and fish filet ! The sticky mango rice was "to die for" ! As always service was prompt , friendly and amazing! Highly recommended as SHIMP LOVERS always delivers a memorable evening TRY IT and see

We've been going to this Shrimp Lover location for years and have celebrated many birthdays and…read moreother special occasions here. This past weekend, we realized we haven't visited this place for several months so we decided to go for dinner. The parking here is usually packed but there's a lot of parking spaces, so it isn't too much of a bother. We were surprised to see a few changes in the store - good changes. Part of the store has been renovated to accommodate a cloud kitchen (Thai cuisine). They were closed when we came so we'll have to try next time. They've removed the signature Polaroid photos of customers who have dined with them (which I kinda missed seeing) as well as the fishing net that hung on the ceiling. These changes gave the place a cleaner look. What hasn't changed? The same friendly staff who have been there for years. Our server even recognized us and said it was nice to see us again. The menu had a little more added to it but the usual Cajun seafood boil remains the highlight. They now accept credit cards again but the option to pay cash is still available. Since there were only two of us, we only ordered the Cajun seafood boil, the Cajun fries, fresh coconut juice, and their new dessert - coconut pandan cake (this is a must try). At the end of the night, we came to an agreement that the flavor of their seafood boil is still our personal favorite. We've dined at other seafood boil places but The Shrimp Lover is one that we'll always come back to.

Been going to Blue Salt probably once a week for five years or so now…read more Pros- The best fish taco ive had yet in my life. Key to success here is add a side of one of their many salsas, and add extra chipotle crema. Salmon Taco Cajun on Corn is all you need to say when ordered. I have celiac disease and have never had a cross contamination issue with one of their tacos but I always make sure to check visually its the corn taco and not the flour before I eat it. Cons- They need a larger kitchen. You can tell they are stuffed to the brim in there and it translates over to the customer experience. You feel like they are rushed, cramped, and either need more help or more room but youre never quite sure which. -Thankfully none of this impacts the quality of the fish taco, just maybe the time it takes to order it

If you're looking for a seafood spot in Redondo Beach that truly makes you feel welcome--especially…read moreas a parent--this is the place. From the moment we walked in, the staff went above and beyond. What stood out immediately was how attentive they were to my children. Before anything else, they made sure my daughter had a cup so she could grab a drink, which may seem small, but meant a lot in that moment. It's rare to find places that genuinely prioritize kids like that. Then it got even better--when our food arrived, the staff surprised my children with a small Easter gift. Such a thoughtful and unexpected gesture! You can tell this isn't just about serving food; it's about creating a warm, family-friendly experience. The team was incredibly friendly the entire time, and their kindness didn't go unnoticed. As a parent, I truly appreciate restaurants that go out of their way to make kids feel comfortable and included--and this place absolutely delivered. Great service, thoughtful touches, and a welcoming environment. We'll definitely be back!

If you know, you know -- The Crab Shack is tucked away in that back parking structure where Marie…read moreCallender's used to be, surrounded by a few other restaurants. It's one of those "low-key hidden but worth finding" spots. Don't let the location fool you! I went on a Tuesday during the week when it wasn't busy at all -- nice and chill vibes. But babyyy once 6 PM hit? Dinner time activated. The crowd definitely started rolling in and you could feel the energy shift. So just know traffic picks up later in the evening if you're planning a visit. Now let's get into what matters: The staff? Super attentive and kind. I love when servers check on you just enough without hovering. And the food came out HOT. Not warm. Not "it's been sitting." I'm talking steaming, fresh, straight-to-the-table heat -- which is exactly how a crab boil should hit. Portions were generous because I was overly stuffed and still had plenty left over for the next day (which honestly might be the best part). Nothing like reheating a seafood boil and running it back. Thank you for hosting me and my guest -- we had such a good experience. I'll definitely be back for my next crab boil fix lol

I love me a good seafood boil and unfortunately this place was not that…read more The wait is long, prices are high, quality is below average, and flavor is lacking.... We waited for 30 minutes to be seated even though plenty of tables were open, waited another 30 minutes to place an order, waited another 40 minutes until the food came out. At least the decor was "cute" pretty standard for a seafood boil and had TVs. We got 3 pounds of shrimp with the flavor mix and the spiciest level of heat in addition to some Cajun fries. The seafood was so bland and the fries were so dry with little to no seasoning.

I came here with four people for lunch, and our server Serenity was super helpful in explaining…read moreeverything. We decided on Combo #2 with Rockin Sauce (Medium heat). The snow crab, crawfish, mussels, and shrimp were incredibly fresh. Compared to Boiling Crab, their sauce is thicker and richer in flavor. The Medium heat was just right for us, but it might be a bit too spicy for others. We also ordered the Lobster fries, which really balanced the heat from the sauce--a perfect match! For drinks, we got strawberry and mango lemonade, and while both were great, my daughter loved the mango. The place is clean and has a great atmosphere. I'm definitely planning to come back.

Y'all... Rockin Cajun in Carson just earned a customer for life…read more Salmon cooked to perfection. Rice + veggies on point. Service = ABOVE 5 stars. Real talk: I was about to leave because of my blood pressure/diabetes and didn't know what I could eat. This young man stepped up, talked me through the menu, and made sure I was good. That's amazing service. Greatest spot to eat. Highly recommend!