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    The Boiling Crab

    3.5 (1.2k reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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    Molded shrimp, all of them
    Tina P.

    Stay far away from this business. The 2 lbs of shrimp I ordered arrived covered in mold. Serving spoiled seafood is disgusting and a serious health hazard. If your food has gone bad, throw it away--not into a customer's order. Completely unacceptable.

    Cajun wings
    Eric W.

    We ordered 3 pounds of shrimp and 1 pound of crawfish with Sha-Bang sauce. The sauce was still as delicious as always, flavorful, buttery, and spicy. Chicken wings were decent. Unfortunately, the seafood quality was disappointing this time. The shrimp did not taste fresh and some were mushy. We never had this issue before, but lately the quality seems to be going downhill. Many of the shrimp were also full of poop veins. I noticed the The Boiling Crab location on Main Street slices the top of the shrimp to clean them better, and the quality there has been much better. Another frustrating thing is their live crab and live crawfish are always sold out. It feels like they only stock very limited quantities. The wait time was also extremely long. Service was not very attentive either. We had to wave our hands multiple times just to get attention, and even then the server kept forgetting our requests. The Sha-Bang sauce is still the main reason we come back, but the seafood quality and service definitely need improvement.

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    Stevo O.

    It's Memorial Day and the place is packed at 3:00 PM. The food is especially good at all the Boiling Crab locations, but this location feels right, and there is so much parking, compared to the other locations. In this particular case, I was taking out, as I bought some shrimp myself, and wanted to use the sauce to try out on some extra jumbo shrimp. The spicy nature of their sauce can be had as none to extreme, so tried the mild on this first go around.

    Molded Shrimp - disgusting
    Benny W.

    Run from this business! Disgusting- ordered 2lb of shrimp and it's all molded, this is not how you should run a business, if food were spoiled you should've throw them away rather than serving to anyone.

    Maureen J.

    Long wait... just go to one of the surrounding stores and come back when the wait is done. I didn't see any additional sinks other than the ones in the bathroom. The food was good! Service was good. We got the house seasoning. They were out of blue crab and live crawfish. We ordered 3lbs of shrimp and crab legs. Cajun and sweet potato fries along with steam rice and margaritas. This was split among 5 women.

    Whole Shabang shrimp and sausage. 5/5
    Maryjane L.

    Listen when it comes to Boiling Crab, I am loyal to only two locations: Rosemead and Alhambra. Tonight I brought my brother here for his very first seafood boil ever while he's visiting LA, and of course I had to introduce him to one of my ultimate favorites! And WOW -- tonight's food was extra better than usual. The flavors were so on point. My shrimp were all big and plump, perfectly cooked, and the corn (which has been hit-or-miss for me) was perfectly sweet and juicy. I put my brother onto my usual order: * Half lb shrimp + sausage, Whole Shabang mild. * Separate bag with corn & potatoes, Whole Shabang no spice. * And of course, some lemon pepper fries as an appetizer! My only complaint? The fries took 5ever and didn't arrive until after our bags hit the table -- not ideal when your hands are already covered in sauce. But honestly, our server's personality totally made up for it. She was super sweet, attentive, and had such a great attitude. Love when the service matches the vibes. Just a reminder for the uninitiated: this location gets PACKED. Like, "2+ hour waits while you question your life choices" packed. Make. A. Reservation. Your future self will thank you. Another fantastic experience and a perfect intro for my brother's first seafood boil. This will always be one of my go-to TBC spots!

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    Travis P.

    I hadn't been to this location in over 10 years, so it was cool to see what's changed. First off, they no longer hand out bibs or gloves automatically, but they do have them--you just have to ask. Other than that, the place looks about the same as it did years ago. We joined the Yelp waitlist and walked around the plaza, ending up with about a 20-minute wait at 6:30 on a Wednesday. As for the food, I still see Boiling Crab as the standard for Cajun seafood. It's never the absolute best I've had, but it's consistently good. We each ordered a pound of shrimp with corn, potatoes, and a rice to share. I got mine with the Whole Shebang sauce at XXX spice (which, in my opinion, isn't all that spicy). The food was tasty overall, though a few shrimp were overcooked and turned a bit mushy. Still, I left satisfied. Service was fast and overall solid for Cajun food.

    Rachel L.

    Stopped by on a Saturday evening and joined the Yelp waitlist at 6 PM and got seated around 8 PM. If you're coming during peak hours with a party of fewer than six, definitely join the waitlist 1-2 hours in advance. Parking was easy with their private lot. Service was attentive, and the overall vibe was super casual. This is your classic seafood boil spot. They provide bibs and disposable gloves at the start. They're known for their Cajun sauce, and I would say it lived up to the hype- probably my favorite of the sauces. I also appreciated being able to customize the spice level according to your taste. My favorite menu items from the meal were the raw oysters, shrimp, clams, and sausages. The oysters were very fresh, and the seafood was well-seasoned and flavorful. The Cajun sauce was bold, rich, and savory. Garlic butter was a bit heavy but worked well with the potatoes. The lemon pepper was a lighter, zesty contrast- perfect for switching things up. The snow crab legs and Dungeness crab were on the pricier end and not particularly standout, so I would probably pass on these the next time I go, but if you're feeling a splurge, I'd recommend going for the fresh Dungeness over the frozen option if it's available (it's commonly sold out). I would probably pass on the lobster roll as well (one of their newer menu items), as the portion was kind of small and lobster flavor was subtle.

    Wen D.

    Boiling Crab already has a great reputation in SoCal, and this location definitely lives up to it. The food is super consistent every time : flavorful, messy in the best way, and always satisfying. Service is quick and attentive, with staff always checking in even when it's busy. The place is also clean and well-kept, with none of that strong fishy smell you sometimes get at seafood spots.

    Shrimp in rice cup with lemon iconic seasoning and wholeshabang mild sauce
    William B.

    Amazing! The service was great and the food was amazing! I git the Shrimp wholeshabang mild (1.5 pound) and i could not be happier. I also got coke since they ran out of dr pepper. But fast service! (weird) i recommend this place if you love seafood. Also the restaurant itsself is very themed! Lots of cool decorations and fun looks!!

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    David M.

    These guys do great business and I remember when it was only the one location near Valley and Garfield... Good flavors, long wait (possibly) so be patient and use Yelp online wailist to help.

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    GREAT SERVICE! Very fast! Tasty food as always ! No complaints ! It was crowded so it was kind of loud but great music was playing!

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    Thank you very much, Karla! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    2 months ago

    We've been going to boiling crab for a long time now and every time we go, the food is always so delicious

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    Thank you very much, Juan! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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    2 months ago

    The waiting time is awful. Need a better serving system instead of having people wait 3 hours

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    2 months ago

    Bad service. It's hard to get anybody's attention here. The food is good at other locations but this location is not it.

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    Only see shell not clams meat sauce too much salt. Tasted different from the passed.

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    Went to have dinner with my friends.we experienced Friendly and great service . Will definitely come back .

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    1 year ago

    Yummy just waits are always long but I love getting my individual bag food is always steaming hot love it

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    Thank you for the positive rating, Freddy! Hope to see you again soon!

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    3 months ago

    They changed the way their Xxx Sha bang tastes so I had to come on here and express my disappointment :(

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    3 months ago

    2 hour wait. No thank u . Seem like the line never moved. I was number 89 on the list. How is that even possible

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    8 months ago

    Food was amazing and customer service 10 at 10 waiting for like 10 to 15 minutes looking forward to go back again soon

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    3 months ago

    This place is really good thank you boiling crab I like their shaban seasoning it's so good there very friendly thank you the boiling crab

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    The food is delicious and the environment very nice to spend time with family. The service is good.

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    Can you fix your phone please I keep on calling and no response?

    Hi Stanley, we apologize for the issues you had getting through on the phones. During peak hours (evenings/weekends), the phone lines can sometimes get overwhelmed and we're sorry for the inconvenience. Guests are also welcome to place takeout… Read more

    Party of 10 do we make reservations?

    We do not take reservations, seating is first available. Please note the entire party must be present to be seated.

    Do you have anything that's gluten-free?

    Yes! All of our seafood boils with any choice of sauce are gluten-free.

    Are you taking reservations?

    No reservations, seating is first come.

    So you only take in person order now?

    Hello, this location takes to-go orders via phone or in person. Should the phone lines be busy, walk-ins may place an order directly at the restaurant.

    What is the wait time for monday-thursday?

    Wait times can vary. You can always call the restaurant directly to ask about current wait times.

    How is this business handling the re-opening? What safety measures are they taking? Are they offering indoor or outdoor dining or both? Any heaters for outdoor dining?

    This location does not offer outside dining. Inside, tables are spaced the required footage apart for social distancing, party maximums are limited, and total occupancy is limited in accordance with county guidelines. There is routine and regular… Read more

    Do you take phone order anymore? Never been able to reach anyone for 3 times on different days.

    We’re so sorry you had trouble getting through. The phone lines have been extra busy since the switch to limited occupancy and increased takeout orders, and we greatly appreciate your patience and understanding during these times. Walk-ins may also… Read more

    Is there a check in for a waitlist online?

    Sorry, not online. Our waitlist is in-person at the restaurant.

    Is there dine in or out during covid19?

    pretty sure its Dine in now

    What is the best order to go?

    For me, it's definitely their shrimps with the Whole Sha-Bang sauce + cajun chicken wings.

    How much is it per lb for shrimp as of now?

    I'm pretty sure its still at $14/lb

    Which one sauce best?

    The whole shabang

    What do they do for birthdays?

    serve you food that you ordered.

    Do this restaurant take American Express?

    Yes they do. I have paid with Amex every time I have dined here.

    Does the restaurant take reservations for large parties (I.e 20+ ppl)?

    No, all party has to be there to be seated.

    Is this particular Boiling Crab open this Sunday? On Easter Sunday? 04/01/2018?

    Yes it is!

    Can you do to go orders?

    Yes

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    Boston Lobster

    Boston Lobster

    4.3
    (1.9k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    Came with family for father's day meal after I tried it with coworkers and enjoyed it. We came…read morearound 6:30pm on a weekday for dinner and they were pretty busy and parking lot was quite full, but luckily we didn't have to wait for a table and still found parking. They have a lot of tables inside so it is great for small and large groups. The waiters were also fast even though they were busy. We ordered their Kung Pao Chicken, Fried Tofu, Beef Noodle, Shrimp w Walnut, and Vegetable w Garlic. We decided not to get lobster since it was pricey. They took our order pretty fast and gave tea to drink. The pot of white rice is extra $1 if you order though. And their menu book doesn't have prices for some reason. Only the to-go menu has prices. Food was served in a decent amount of time, around 15 minutes. And all dishes arrived close together so we didn't have to wait long. The kung pao chicken is so good! Not spicy at all and very nice and crispy with good seasoning. It tasted delicious with some rice. The beef noodles were also delicious! It had good wok taste and was very flavorful. The tofu and shrimp were also good. None of the dishes were too salty and all were seasoned well and in pretty big portions, though I don't remember the exact price since they took the receipt away when we paid. But the meal was very worth and we had leftovers for lunch the next day. Such a yummy meal! I really enjoyed it! I am definitely coming back again!

    Boston Lobster is officially my go-to location for any|all Asian lobster cravings!! Newport…read morewho?????!!! My family and I used to religiously eat lobster noodles whenever we made a trip down to SoCal. The pick of the bunch was 100% Newport Seafood- no negotiations, no contemplations. Unfortunately, the last handful of times have left me extremely disappointed and heavily annoyed. The cost and wait times do not reflect what is actually being provided and most of our food ends up being left behind because it simply isn't worth the calories. In all honestly, I've grown a phobia w/ that specific restaurant at this point because of the countless letdowns. My initial taste of Boston Lobster was about 3 years ago and I had the most enjoyable meal. Due to our LA trip coming to an end, my BD thought we should do it big with some lobster noodles- for good old time's sake. I absolutely refused to go anywhere unless we would be giving Boston Lobster a visit! Sure enough, they did not disappoint! Dinner for 3 adults and 1 toddler consisted of: *Boston House Special Lobster [no spice] + Garlic Noodles for an additional fee. Medium Size 5-6lbs minimally. *French Style Beef Cube *Sauteed Snow Pea Leaves We ate like mf'n KINGS!! Each and every dish was spectacular- even the greens! While we should have gone with the small sized lobster, I'm proud to say we went down with an honorable fight. Lmao!! The lobster was cooked to perfection- meat was sweet, succulent, and so darn tender. The garlic noodles soaked up all of the delicious lobster flavors and were not overcooked and mush. The bo luc lac was flavorful, juicy, and complimented the bed of lettuce, onions, & tomatoes so well. The snow pea leaves weren't tough and old- this truly was a simply yet magical dish. Service was on point and the staff continually came by to swap out our plates full of lobster shells. Above all, there was no wait with our initial arrival. Parking is easy given the fact that BL has a pretty big parking lot specifically for them. 5/5 stars!! We dropped over 3 bills here and it didn't even hurt. Lmao- this place is that damn good! Don't sleep on this joint, y'all. Boston Lobster is the real deal when it comes to authentic Chinese/Vietnamese cuisine. This spot should be so much more hyped than it actually is!

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    Seafood Paradise Fish Market

    Seafood Paradise Fish Market

    3.9
    (112 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    If you're into cooking fresh seafood at home, this is the place. I went for my favorite sashimi,…read morewhich is abalone and geoduck but they have a lot of other live options like fish, crab and lobster to prepare at home. Even frogs! Didn't realize this, but they will prepare the items for you like take the abalone out of the shell and clean the geoduck for you so all I had to do was slice and eat. Saw them doing the same for some fish, which was cool. Be sure to tip them if they do prep for you. Prices seemed reasonable to high, but considering my favorites are difficult to find, price was really no object. I wish I didn't have such expensive taste or I'd be back weekly :). Language is a bit of a barrier but can get by with pointing and basic English. Pro tip: ample parking in back or street parking right up front.

    If you're not near the water then this is one of the better seafood markets in the SGV. They have…read more a large assortment of fresh live seafood from large king crabs and Maine lobsters to live fish like sheepheads and rockfish. They also have shellfish and other live specialities like frogs. As far as service goes you pick the one you want and they get it from the tank for you. The place is very clean and the tanks and floors are also very clean for a live seafood market

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    Parking in back with an entrance. Parking on street in front too. But parking in back, easier access.
    Meaty and I was told this one is male crab but yet there is a little of roe in it too!
    Meaty and I was told this one is male crab but yet there is a little of roe in it too!
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    The Dive Oyster Bar

    The Dive Oyster Bar

    4.3
    (1.6k reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    Haven't been to the Dive in a while and I decided to drop by for a business dinner. We got plenty…read moreof appetizers and two entrees share. Out of the appetizers, the sprouts was the one that surprised me the most. The bacon and seasoning complement the baked Brussels sprouts perfectly. The calamari was whatever, I felt it was too battery for my personal liking but my friend loved it. The oysters were smaller than what I usually get from other restaurant but it still hit the spot. The entree was amazing and the jambalaya has quite a kick to it even when I ordered it at medium heat. There was plenty of shrimp, mussels, sausages, and protein in the pasta and rice dish. Parking in the plaza was atrocious because it is a busy plaza with a gym and other amazing restaurants and quick bites. Can't wait to stop by again.

    The two of us stopped by on a Monday afternoon for happy hour. There were plenty of empty tables,…read moreand we were seated quickly. The environment is family-friendly, with several tables occupied by kids and families. Just be aware that the music and overall noise level are fairly loud. Service was attentive and they checked up on us regularly. We ordered 2 dozen oysters ($1.50 each), the fish and chips ($11.50), mussels and clams ($10.50), and a beer. The oysters were fresh, mostly clean, and came with the usual accompaniments. My only minor complaint is that small seafood forks would have been nice to have available. The mussels and clams were the disappointment of the meal. While the broth itself was flavorful, the portion was downright sad. We received only 4 mussels and 4 clams total, and the bowl felt almost empty. The standout was definitely the fish and chips. Dare I say the best fish and chips I've ever had? The batter was well-seasoned without being overly salty. The fish was crispy, hot, flaky, and surprisingly not too greasy. The fries were also excellent, with a crunchy exterior and fluffy, mashed potato-like interior. I would absolutely order this again. Overall, for happy hour, come for the fresh oysters and fish and chips. Skip the embarrassingly skimpy bowl of mussels and clams.

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    Freshly Shucked Oysters.
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    Oc A Chay

    Oc A Chay

    4.4
    (239 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    We had a great experience at this Oc A Chay. We usually go to the one in Santa Ana but dropped by…read morethis location because we were in the area. There is more variety at this location. We had the Goi seafood and squid dish. The shrimp dishes were all amazing. The staff was helpful. Phuong gave us good recommendations, and he knows a lot about the dishes. The restaurant is clean and was quiet with modern decor.

    The high ratings are what brought me here in the first place. My eyes always light up anytime I see…read morerazor clams on a menu, so I was excited to give this place a try. We were seated right away when we arrived, although it took a while before anyone came to take our order. We started with the sizzling razor clams, and honestly, they were the highlight of the meal, perfectly cooked, well seasoned, and a great start. Unfortunately, things went downhill from there. I ordered the Bun Bo Hue, and it really missed the mark. Several ingredients felt poorly prepared. The tendon was so tough it was basically inedible and had to be pushed aside. The pork blood tasted like it had been cooked separately since it had none of the broth flavor soaked into it. Even the beef slices felt out of place, almost like they had been pulled from a pho bowl and dropped into the BBH at the last minute. The broth itself lacked the richness, spice, and strong lemongrass flavor that normally makes Bun Bo Hue stand out. It just tasted flat. There was also a mix-up with our order when the wrong dish came out instead of the lobster. When the lobster finally arrived, it was badly overcooked and much smaller than what was shown on the menu. On top of that, the music was blasting the entire time, no one really checked in to see how things were going, and it took multiple attempts just to get our check. When we mentioned the food issues, the response was basically, "We'll let the chef know." Not exactly the kind of service you hope for after a disappointing meal. Really wanted to like this place, especially after such a strong start with the razor clams, but overall it ended up being a letdown.

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    Bun Bo tho Da ingredients
    Razor clams -fresh but very bland (without any seasoning)

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    Razor clams -fresh but very bland (without any seasoning)
    Newport Seafood Restaurant

    Newport Seafood Restaurant

    4.1
    (3.7k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    Definitely a spot you come to on special occasions as it is pricey. We came with a reservation for…read more9 people, and they had everything ready for us when we arrived. We ended up getting a set for $168 this time, which came with 6 dishes. It's also $35 per lb for lobster, and I asked for the smallest one. Apparently, the smallest one was 4.8 lbs, which was another $168, so I'm not sure if they upsold me. Anyways, the food was fantastic and everyone enjoyed it. This is what I thought about the food we got. House Seafood Soup - Simple and clean soup. Good portion, and it was soothing to eat. Lots of squid. (4/5) Clams with Spicy Sauce - Large clams with tons of meat, and the sauce was fire. Always a good choice. (5/5) Crab with Salt & Pepper - Loved the seasoning, and the flavors were solid. (4.5/5) Thai Style Beef Stew - First time trying this, and it was good. A bit different, but the meat chunks were tasty and the overall flavors were good. (4/5) Sautéed Pea Sprouts - Nicely done vegetable dish. It's simple but refreshing with good flavors. (4/5) Fried Whole Fish - This dish was gone so fast because it was delicious. Nicely fried and not overly seasoned. (5/5) Signature Lobster - I feel like you have to get this here since it's their specialty. It's pricey, but in my opinion, it's the best and freshest lobster in town. Tons of green onions, seasoned well, fresh meat, and lots of lobster roe. (5/5) Service was good, and they didn't automatically add a mandatory tip for a large party. The total came out to around $364, which is pricey, but the food was phenomenal. Parking - Valet only, but they have street parking in front. I parked on the street since there were plenty of spots on a Wednesday, but I assume it gets busy on weekends.

    This is a good place if you want lobster plate! Their lobster plate comes with garlic noodles which…read moreis so tasty! I was actually not expecting it to be good but hey I was wrong! Other than lobster plate we ordered their walnut shrimp and salt and pepper pork. Everything is delicious. Service is fast too which makes dining easier.

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    Newport Seafood Restaurant
    Newport special crab on egg noodles
    Newport special crab on egg noodles
    House Newport Special Lobster

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    House Newport Special Lobster
    Ocean Plus Fish Market

    Ocean Plus Fish Market

    4.1
    (410 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Just picked this up from our favorite local dealer. 1# salmon 1/2# yellowtail 1/2# tuna 6 scallops…read more(each one is large enough to be sliced in half). Approx $65 Dan slices and preps the platter, no additional cost. Order by texting him 6267825784. Ask him what's good and he'll give you a rundown of what's available and prices. Place the order and pickup at the set time. Best combination of price, quality, and convenience. Ocean Plus Fish Market

    My go-to place for sashimi platters and fresh seafood pick up for family parties like Thanksgiving…read moreand Christmas! I usually place an order through their Instagram DMs a few weeks in advance for holidays. You can ask for their excel spreadsheet and they'll send it to you with prices and this same spreadsheet updates every year! There is also a little deposit for holiday pick up depending on the size of your order. Their sashimi platter is beautiful, fresh, delicious, and always a party favorite. I usually get: Salmon, Toro, Yellowtail, Scallops, and Oysters. If available, uni trays and fresh wasabi (which can also be picked up at HMart). Scallops are my favorite but every piece of fish is so good and cut perfectly. Parking and pick up is easy. It is a very small store front with one party inside at a time and pay at the counter. Highly recommend for party platters for fresh sashimi.

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    Store front @christine.is.hungry on IG
    2 lbs Salmon & 4 scallops $53.81
    2 lbs Salmon & 4 scallops $53.81
    Salmon + yellowtail (California rolls is NOT from this shop)

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    Salmon + yellowtail (California rolls is NOT from this shop)

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