Santa Monica Seafood is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

1. Santa Monica Seafood

9.1
1000 Wilshire Blvd (at 10th St.), Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Santa Monica · 101 tips and reviews

Angie C.Angie C: N. E. Clam chowder is best I've had on west coast. Oysters are alwats great.

Juicy CoutureJuicy Couture: Super crowded for lunch so go early or late and try the spicy salmon burger! That and the clam chowder are delicious staples. I’ve heard the lobster is sick here..

Carie H.Carie Hsueh: Get the Kumamoto oysters. They are awesome! Also the mussels and clam chowder was fantastic!

The Albright is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

2. The Albright

7.4
258 Santa Monica Pier (Ocean Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 37 tips and reviews

Kenn K.Kenn Kim: Clam chowder was good going down but sat with me for a while. Chicken tacos lacked any significant flavor but was fresh. Water and unsweetened ice tea are on offer gratis.

Kim H.Kim Holst: Yum!! Lobster roll and ceviche are delicious! Clam chowder was very tasty with lots of big pieces of clam and not overloaded with potato.

OC Food D.OC Food Diva: Clam Chowder is awesome!

The Lobster is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

3. The Lobster

8.2
1602 Ocean Ave (at the Pier), Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 133 tips and reviews

Alison P.Alison Pu: Clam chowder has actual clams still in the shell!! Really good. I also got the seafood pasta. Yum

Danielle R.Danielle Raybuck: Great views of the pier. Make a Rez so you can sit by the windows!!! See pix of the clam chowder ... Delicious

Justine  E.Justine  Ezarik: The clam chowder is legit. There are actual clams. ACTUAL CLAMS IN THEIR LITTLE CLAM SHELL!!! FREAKED ME OUT BUT TASTED LIKE A FRESH OCEAN!

Water Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

4. Water Grill

8.4
1401 Ocean Ave (Santa Monica Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 103 tips and reviews

Mohammed A.Mohammed Alsanie: Best clam chowder you can ever have

Nacho R.Nacho Ravelo: The Clam Chowder is so delicious

Edward F.Edward Forte: Fabulous seafood (lobster roll and cheesecake), great ambiance, great cocktails

Sea Salt Fish Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

5. Sea Salt Fish Grill

8.0
508 Santa Monica Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Bryan S.Bryan Shelton: The Fisherman's Wharf Clam Chowder is quite stellar. I recommend!

Winnie K.Winnie Khoo: Fave: classic fish taco, free Yelp check-in churro waffle; Skip: clam chowder

Liliane S.Liliane Schnaidman: My favorite Place in Santa Monica! I love the California poke bowl.

Barney's Beanery is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

6. Barney's Beanery

7.5
1351 3rd Street Promenade (at Santa Monica Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
Pub · Downtown Santa Monica · 131 tips and reviews

Mireta K.Mireta Khalil: Great clam chowder and people-watching.

Maria O.Maria O'bry: Best Clam chowder ever and Karaoke Nights with Chris Creed as a K-man!!

MarvMarv: One unique item on the menu is the PB&J and marshmallow sandwich topped with Frosted Flakes. Super sweet and will give you a sugar high

Blue Plate Oysterette is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

7. Blue Plate Oysterette

8.9
1355 Ocean Ave (btwn Santa Monica Blvd & Arizona Ave), Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 149 tips and reviews

Liberty T.Liberty T: Lobster roll is amaze. Soft buttery roll with a light crisp. Compact and seasoned to perfection. Share this and a bowl of the chowder - they'll split it and make it for two.

Bridget K.Bridget Karp: Happy Hour rocks here! M-T 2-6. Try the oysters 🦪 calamari 🦑 artichoke and fries 🍟 great variety of cocktails! 🍹

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: The LA area has arguably the most diverse food scene in the country. Exemplary lobster roll - served on top a split brioche roll with a side of house-made sweet potato chips. Read more.

The Ivy at the Shore is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

8. The Ivy at the Shore

8.2
1535 Ocean Ave (Broadway), Santa Monica, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Santa Monica · 85 tips and reviews

Steve W.Steve Whelan: Corn chowder, crab cakes, lobster pasta, ivy gimlets, followed by the apple and blackberry crumble will do just fine.

Edmund R.Edmund R: Sea bass and grilled swordfish - very very delicious!

DaliaDalia: Really bad service comparing to the one in robertson.

Ye Olde King's Head is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

9. Ye Olde King's Head

7.9
116 Santa Monica Blvd (btwn Ocean Ave. & 2nd St.), Santa Monica, CA
Pub · Downtown Santa Monica · 137 tips and reviews

Andrew J.Andrew Jabanto: Shepherds pie! Fish and chips! Clam chowder!

Nadim B.Nadim B👀: Great place for a Brew & always fond memories to be had, enjoy!

Charles E.Charles Edge: Mmmm Guinness!

Sonny McLean's is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

10. Sonny McLean's

7.4
2615 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Irish Pub · 47 tips and reviews

Chris B.Chris Blakely: Great Ipswich clams, lobster rolls, chowder and a new menu by Chef Joe!

Johnny F.Johnny Fanelli: Happy hour drinks are a dollar off and all the apps are awesome. Mozz sticks and chicken bites are trill.

HeatherHeather: The live music on Friday nights is amazing. And don't forget to order one of Chef Joe's incredible selections off the menu. The Sonny's burger w/ a homemade veggie patty is one of my favs!

Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

11. Big Dean's Ocean Front Cafe

8.8
1615 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA
Beer Garden · Downtown Santa Monica · 58 tips and reviews

FrostyFrosty: Added in September of ‘17, the back patio has a fresh brewed strait from the brewery tap of Bud Light. It’s the best tasting tap beer I’ve had outside of the beer during a brewery tour.

MelMel: Hands down - the Best Burger on the Westside! :)

Heidi L.Heidi Lumina: The best chicken Nachos of LIFE!!!!

Thyme Cafe and Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

12. Thyme Cafe and Market

8.5
1630 Ocean Park Blvd, Santa Monica, CA
Breakfast Spot · Ocean Park · 52 tips and reviews

Alex P.Alex Pyatetsky: Awesome salad spot in neighborhood. Kale salad w steak, Italian chopped and Cobb all winners. No wifi.

BlackboardEatsBlackboardEats: menu musts: fried egg on pretzel croissant; challah french toast; grilled chicken and fig; spanakopita; beet and goat cheese salad. $$.

Alex G.Alex Grossman: great caps!

Back on the Beach Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

13. Back on the Beach Cafe

7.9
445 Palisades Beach Rd, Santa Monica, CA
Breakfast Spot · North of Montana · 42 tips and reviews

CyndiCyndi: the breakfast menu is delicious! Try the bananutella French toast. Get there early and there is plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

AD N.AD Nys: Coffee, good muffins + espresso to go

DoraDora: This is an official Nickelodeon Parents' Picks Award Nominee!Powered by ParentsConnect.com

The Galley Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

14. The Galley Restaurant

7.9
2442 Main St (btwn Mills & Hollister), Santa Monica, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Ocean Park · 60 tips and reviews

George R.George Rajna: Love the peppercorn sauce & the sides!

Dress for the DateDress for the Date: Check out the new bar menu. All looks fantastic, and well thought out. Loved the vegetarian tacos.

Captain R.Captain Ron: Planning A Party? THE GALLEY is the ideal choice parties big and small. We'll customize the menu and make sure the night is one you and your guests will remember! Read more.

The Penthouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Chowder in Santa Monica.

15. The Penthouse

8.3
1111 2nd St (at Wilshire Blvd), Santa Monica, CA
New American Restaurant · Wilshire-Montana · 101 tips and reviews

Raunak M.Raunak Munot: Highly recommend the Belgian Waffles breakfast. Classic Benedict is good too.

Dress for the DateDress for the Date: The Black Truffle Grilled Cheese with Crispy Onion Rings are a perfect comfort food. Pair it with a glass of wine or beer. The portion size is perfect, which makes it not over the top indulgent.

Max G.Max Gladwell: Best bathroom view ever