Old school since 1960. We came here for New Year's Eve dinner and the place wasn't empty, and we were the last one's to leave that night. I ordered the Captain's Platter which is a great deal for the variety of food they serve you. The white clam chowder was good but the shrimp salad was bland even with the blue cheese dressing, needs a flavor upgrade of some kind. They also offer beer on tap which was a plus and at a bargain price. Overall my neighbors and I really enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. read more

Shrimp House - Happy New Years 2021 - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

On the occasion i am coming up from El Monte, I find myself hankering for seafood- I'll stop in at shrimp house. Extremely accommodating staff, many of them long timers, attend to me like family. Todays dinner was Manhattan style clam chowder and some popcorn shrimp appetizer. The chowder has the correct ratio of ingredients for the style. The distinctive flavor hits me good, and contrasts nicely to the taste Reginald style of clam chowder. Finished off the meal with the coconut fried banana and ice cream- as these dog days of summer are in full swing. If your in the area give them a try. Good home style , nothing fancy good food. read more

Haven't been to this place in a year. Not a great experience! The dude brought our food and once checked on us....had to ask another waitress for a to go box, and our bill. Used to love this place......NOT ANYMORE read more

I was in the mood for a good hot not fast food meal. SHRIMP HOUSE did not disappoint. I was greeted upon arrival by a waiter that was occupied at the moment yet still welcoming. I sat down at the counter and picked up a menu. I informed the server that immediately gave me attention that I was ordering to go yet still wanted a beer while I waited. O my goodness super cold beer and a chilled frosty glass was in front of me within a minute of ordering. My questions where all answered and my order was taken. Shortly after my bill was presented. WOWZERS. Great prices. By the time I was finishing my beer, my food was ready to go. I was happy to get home because the food smelled so delicious and I was very hungry. I chose the galley. It came with two sides. I chose rice and coleslaw and let me tell you the food was absolutely delicious. The fish was very mild and the pieces were a nice size as well as the shrimp. Not a super fishy smell like in some restaurants, and they did not even require any lemon I did sprinkle a little salt on my fish. What can I say I like salt and I feel like it ramped up the flavor. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. I haven't been here in years since they were shrimp ahoy but I'm really glad I went today. Thanks for a great dinner. read more

I have eaten at this business for 40 years. When they were in El Monte and then moved here, the place has changed very little, if at all. Still the same great fried shrimp, wonderful chowder and excellent service. The family has not changed the quality, even after Covid. Nick has done his best to keep prices reasonable even with cost increases and wage issues. I realize it can be a bit tiring after so many years but still one of my favorites to go to when I'm in the area. I have never been disappointed. Great service from all the staff. read more

First time guests and WE LOVED IT!!! Food was delicious. I got the large 4 shrimps, my daughter got the fish tacos and my husband got the sea food combo. Since we got there before 2:30pm we all got the lunch specials. Great price and excellent quality. Customer service was stellar. We will definitely be back and highly recommend. read more

I have been coming here with my dad since I was 12. I'm 32, now I bring my family. Can't find shrimp like this anywhere else in So Cal!! Always enjoyed their friendly service. They have other items of shrimp isn't your thing but your missing out if you haven't tried this place. read more

Our family had not been to the Original Shrimp House since before the COVID pandemic. It was wonderful going back and having an affordable seafood dinner. Our seven year old son opted for the kids cheese burger, which he devoured. I had the jumbo shrimp platter and with red beans and rice. The husband also had the jumbo shrimp platter but with french fries and coleslaw. Everything was freshly made, and the scion elected to taste a shrimp and declared: "It's delicious!" read more

Walking into this restaurant brings you back to the 1960's, where blue collar workers would come dine after a hard day of work and have a beer or two. Today, lunch is the order of business, and was done remarkably well, considering the atmosphere and clientele. The mixed shrimp and fish and chips was a nice batter fried lunch, and the fish sandwich delicious. My son had the steak sandwich, which was also done right. If the appearance of the restaurant is uplifted, it might bring a few more diners in, but the food is still delicious and something to look forward to after a long day's work... read more

Shrimp House - Bar area - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

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This was a regular spot when I worked in Pasadena, but don't get out here too much. My go orders were always the fried shrimp and clam chowder. I would buy a pint of clam chowder and stop for some bread and it was the most fantastic dinner. The staff were always so friendly, and whenever my daughter came with me, they went above and beyond to make her feel special. This is a very classic American style seafood restaurant. Food was always delicious and interior always clean. read more

This place sounds great, but it's not! Service was terrible!, i felt judged just walking through the door, they made us pay before they put our order in (they did not do this to anyone else) we got our table they ignored us, took 25 min just to get a water and beer, the food was just as bad, got the surf in turf, the shrimp had no flavor and the steak look like it came from Applebee's, a real tire of a steak they also messed up my pals dessert order. Great place to drink. If ur underage, they don't card read more

Shrimp House - Stay away from the honey mustard it's just yellow horseradish - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

Cheap restaurant that's pretty classic. The fried fish, taco and steaks are all mediocre.

This place is fraud no way the reviewers are true never will order again nor do I recommend even the fish was horrible fries cold and trash as well This part of the review is on December 21 after reading the so-called manager owner. I'm not sure what he is to make the assumptions being made in the long statement. Response was very irresponsible. I hold a culinary degree. Yes, I may literal chef and I have documentation I can forward you a picture of my transcripts where I graduated with 3.8 GPA top of my class on top of , Dean's list twice and honor roll. I also have a credited résumé where I have worked at Staples Center, Disney Universal Paramount oh and the Grammys alongside Wolfgang Park so to assume that a woman knows nothing about fraud overcharging poor food quality is ridiculous but hey, it just goes to show whoever is running this business/yelp review is very uneducated And is more focused on assumptions than fax. I was never given the assumption that I might know what I'm talking about and I did talk to the manager that was on shift. I called in after I even showed proof of my receipt, and nothing was done so I wrote a review. I made other attempts before I put it publicly what I went through and that's what yelp is for to literally let the public know my experience. I experienced what I listed above. It is not incorrect and it is coming from a Riffey well documented and well educated woman that holds a culinary degree thank you kindly for your ignorant response and lack of education but I will continue to not patronize that establishment nor will I remove my review. However, I do not wish ill on that little restaurant so with all that said, God bless, happy holidays read more

Shrimp House - large shrimp cocktail heck no this is trash - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

I remember as a kid growing up in El Monte and eating at the Shrimp House , with its red clam chowder, fried shrimp and fries . I remember it was off Valley Blvd around the area they use to call cinco puntos man brings back good memories. read more

Celebrating BDay with family and hubby. Clam chowder, shrimp salad, shrimp, scallops, fried fish. Sides red rice n beans, coleslaw and steamed veggies. Yummy, the best fried banana dessert with whipped and ice cream. Recommend YES read more

Shrimp House - Lunch with the gang - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

Been wanting to try this place for years and finally got the opportunity. We had a free entree for birthday redemption with a purchase of another entree which worked seamlessly. Got to try the top sirloin steak and shrimp scampi. For the price this was a pretty good deal for todays standards. In terms of the steak the quality was middle of the road but still pretty tasty. Shrimp was smothered with butter and my sides of fries and cole slaw were quite tasty as well. For the second entree we had the captains deluxe which came with an assortment of fried seafood, salad, clam chowder and one side which we got rice. The clam chowder and salad with shouldn't be missed because they both were delicious. Try out the red clam chowder it's amazing! The fried seafood itself felt like I've had fresher at other places but it overall still tasted good. I'd be back to try out more of the items. Decor is cool, the inside looks like a ship and the service is really comforting. Nice staff that helped us all the way including explaining how to redeem the birthday coupon! read more

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Excellent food and service. I don't why the reviews are mediocre. If I could I give them a 10 star.

The last location I went to was in Fontana. I haven't been to this location since 1990. It is great to see that it is still open despite the demographic changes! This place still employs a great, welcoming, happy staff! The food is exceptional! The service is exceptional! It is heart warming to know that old school mom and pop establishments are still around that love their customers! The scallops, fish, shrimp and steak are Great ! This place is an excellent choice for any type of hunger you will have! read more

I have been going to this place for decades and the food is great. You can't compare their shrimp to any other shrimp location because when you bite into them, it feels like you're biting into a lobster tail!!! Very thick and juicy. I cannot recommend any stronger than this. If you get the chance. GO! read more

We came here to celebrate Father's Day. Great food and great serving. I got shrimp scampi linguine and it was a bomb!!!!! The serving was really huge but it tasted so good that I finished the whole serving. Had clam chowder Boston style, this is the real clam chowder. Service was fast and quick to fix a wrong order from one of our party. read more

Shrimp House - Shrimp Scampi Linguine - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

I've been coming to this Shrimp House over 40 Years. New owners have changed the quality of food smaller portions not the same. The menu is the same plates are not what your used to having. Sad I did not mind driving the distance because when you know what to expect. I heard they changed ownership went twice after this change over time to find a new place. Just thought I put this out there to save you the long dive so you will not be disappointed as I was. read more

I was looking for something different to eat for lunch today besides the usual Jack in the crack or Micky D's that's right by my work. Im really glad I found this place on Yelp!! I saw pictures of the shrimp scampi linguini and my mouth watered. Then when I had it in front of me I drooled like a baby. It looks so beautiful! (Yes I called the food beautiful!) it's a pretty big portion size; I ate half for lunch and will be eating the other half for dinner. The sauce is really creamy and the shrimp are perfectly seasoned. My mouth is watering again just telling you about it. The service was great too. The lady that helped me was really friendly. I Will be coming back again soon!! read more

Shrimp House - Shrimp Scampi Linguine and Boston Clam Chowder (White) - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

The service is good, the ambience is OK, the food is adequate, but but not great. I wouldn't. say it's a high-end fish restaurant, but it does the job. read more

Having closed gracefully with a legacy of great food, but I understand the financial aspect of a sale if you did sell the business. My experience today, shrimp tasted fishy, the fish is not the flat fish and it tasted different. The servings are smaller seamed like processed fish sticks. The previous owners, if you did sell, should have included a clause to keep to the original menu. My last visit today after 45 years. Had we only known, we would have gone sooner. Wish everyone else luck but food definitely not the same except for the rice. Jumbo's are reg sized. read more

Shrimp House - Fish. - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

Friendly and fast service and Fish and Shrimp were delicious. Family friendly setting and relaxing. Highly recommend this restaurant !

It's not the most attractive place but once you go inside you get a warm feeling of being welcomed by the friendly staff the food is really good the prices are low surprisingly for good quality fish good for the family good for friends and a good time I highly recommend this place read more

The Shrimp is amazing and the fries too. I enjoy the fresh salad with Italian. The servers are friendly.

Ordered via Grubhub, simple pickup. Food well-packed to ensure no spillage and safety. Arrived at Shrimp House a couple minutes early and saw they had plenty of orders and customers leaving with bags of food. Mmm, good sign! Craved a burger and was pleasantly surprised by the delicious combo with French fries. Cooked medium rare as requested. The greens included was the spring mix kind, not the usual iceberg lettuce. Very nice touch! Also enjoyed the Steak and Shrimp Scampi. Steak also cooked medium rare. Scrumptious with the coleslaw, steamed veggies, and shrimp scampi. Brought me back to the casual, comfy dining experience in the comfort of my home! Hope we can safely dine in soon. The interior's nicely decorated as if onboard a ship, ahoy! read more

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Went here for an early bday celebration and loved it! I'm a huge seafood lover, so this was great. Loved all the shrimp and would definitely come back! read more

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Food is always good. Service very good. Waitress always polite. And prices reasonable. read more

Shrimp House - Fish tacos very good - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

Came back to the Shrimp House, asked for the Grilled seafood sampler, my sides were rice pilaf and a green salad with blue cheese dressing. My beverage was lemonade. First let me say, it was dinner time not to crowded for a early Friday dinner. Everything tasted very good, from the grilled shrimp to the grilled scallops to the grilled fish, glad it wasn't tilapia. Old school ambiance but that's genuine and food quality excellent. Definitely coming back for more! read more

Wonderful place to eat. Really good food Nice service A little expensive but worth it read more

Dinner salvaged! After a failed attempt to fulfill a steak craving in Temple City, we thought quickly and swung over to Shrimp House. I was actually not in the mood for seafood, so I ended up ordering a steak. It was fairly decent. It probably tasted much better considering the circumstances, as it's not hard to follow an act where the staff from the previous attempt at the other place failed to acknowledge us at all for a good half hour. As with many places, seating was outdoors, masks were required, and to-go orders and payment for them took place inside at the counter, surrounded by a transparent barricade. Parking: Not bad, even with some of the lot designated for outdoor seating. FYI: - Exiting may require you to make a U-turn if you are heading anywhere but south. - To-go orders will require you to enter from the north entrance of the building (past the seating on the west and take a right). Next time, I should make this a first option, actually try the seafood, and give more details about this place. read more

After living in El Monte for many years I finally decided to come in and try this place out. Alot of my friends talk about it. We came in on a Tuesday about noon. **Plenty of parking in the back** We ordered our drinks and were brought right away, however for there only being 5 tables with service it took them over 20minutes to come back. We finally ordered our meals and waited about another 20. I love coleslaw so I asked for that as one of my sides. It was ok. I had a breaded fish fillet and scallop plate. It was also ok, the cornmeal on the outside didn't have much flavor and for the price of the plate the scallops we're very small. Three pieces were on the plate. The clam chowder had flavor, but didn't have much of a clam juice flavor. Everyone says it's to die for, but I was kind of dissatisfied with it. Their shrimp was good. The flavor of the seafood was there. You can taste the freshness, however for the price and flavor I give them 3 stars. read more

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It is so good! We ordered the shrimp platter and the fried 2 fish, 2 shrimp. Both were enough for 2 ppl to share. My favorites are coconut shrimp and the shrimp skewers which have a lot of pepper, cayenne, maybe lemon pepper seasoning. The pieces of fish are big, fluffy and filling. Perfectly fried. Sides: rice pilaf (good), red beans & rice (ok, there were more beans, it tastes better as you eat it), coleslaw (good home style), grilled vegetables (cauliflower, carrot, yellow squash, broccoli) Great service but we came near closing. read more

Shrimp House - Seafood Near Me - Arcadia, California

Love this place. The waitress do a great job making you feel at home. I love their clam chowder (white) along with the Jumbo Shrimp . Overall great food great service. Highly recommended read more

Ordered thru yelp and experienced a very UNPROFESSIONAL front desk. Upon arrival i told the guy wearing a blue polo shirt about a pickup , he was doing something and told me he will check it out. BUT TELL ME WHY after he was done doing his thing HE WENT AHEAD AND IGNORED ME. If it wasnt for the other lady crew asking him if IVE BEEN HELP THIS GUY TOLD HER YEAH "I DONT KNOW" AS IF WE HADNT HAD A CONVERSATION ABOUT WHAT I NEED. Very unprofessional i dont usually do restaurants like this but this is outrageous. read more

Great service, food was delicious.. gets stuffy no ac but highly recommend. Shrimp plate smaller than before

Getting some grub for the family! Love this place!!! Food is always on point!!! Service is great!!!

It is so refreshing to come to a non-chain restaurant. Shrimp House has friendly service, generous portions, and delicious food. The fish and shrimp was fried and seasoned to perfection. We will be back for sure! Great hospitality. read more

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