The guests still think of Executive Chef Collin Crannell of The Lobster in Santa Monica as the “new” chef even though he’s been there four years. He has serious fine dining background going back to Joachim Splichal’s Patina and luxury hotels.

Of course he’s a lobster specialist. There is even a lobster ravioli on the menu with Santa Monica farmer’s market vegetables. He’s a regular at the network of Santa Monica Farmers Markets. He also does some pretty wonderful thinks with steak.

Chef Crannell impresses with soup, too.

His favorite appetizer is Burrata cheese with local seasonal Heirloom Tomatoes and Basil Pesto.

The Lobster is located at the top of the entrance to the historic Santa Monica Pier. It’s an incredible ocean view. The restaurant proudly defies the notion that if you offer a great view you can probably get away with serving mediocre food.

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