Lobster Shop

4.5

3546 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Romantic
Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions

Tacoma’s premier waterfront restaurant, the Lobster Shop, located on Commencement Bay, is a decades-long mainstay of the local dining scene. Since opening in 1981, loyal guests return year after year for the friendly, knowledgeable service and the unbeatable views of Mount Rainier and the Olympics from every table. The seaside restaurant serves patrons fresh Pacific Northwest seafood, Prime Dry-Aged Steaks, and iconic lobster dishes alongside incredible wines and cocktails.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Northwest
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(253) 759-2165
Website
http://www.lobstershop.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Rena Bailey
Private party facilities
Whether you’re planning a festive party, wedding, rehearsal dinner, reunion, birthday, anniversary, graduation, retirement, company party or meeting — the time is now to plan your celebration. Our dedicated events team will go above and beyond to execute your special day!Learn more at LobsterShop.com/Private-Dining

Location
4015 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402
Neighborhood
Tacoma
Parking details
The Lobster Shop has ample parking available in its own lot with no charge to our guests.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Beef Carpaccio*$26.00
Wagyu New York Striploin, herbed aïoli, marinated mushrooms, radish, fennel, green onion curls, crostini
Quinoa Cakes$16.00
Chickpea purée, olive and tomato tapenade, cucumber yogurt, parsley
Shrimp & Grits Skewers$18.00
Cornmeal battered, Creole ketchup, remoulade mustard
Steamed Clams$22.00
Manila clams, white wine, garlic, sea beans, baby carrot, parsley
Crab Cakes$24.00
Lemon pepper aïoli, corn relish, chives

Soups & Salads

French Onion Soup$14.00
Veal broth, vermouth, Swiss Emmentaler cheese, crouton
Lobster Bisque$13.00
Lobster stock, sweet vermouth, sherry cream
Caesar Salad*$13.00
Romaine, herbed croutons, Parmesan crisp, Spanish anchovies, crispy capers, Caesar dressing
Kale Salad$14.00
Lacinato kale, Serrano ham, Castelvetrano olives, crispy quinoa, lemon herb vinaigrette, shaved Parmesan
Pork Belly Wedge$15.00
Baby iceberg, heirloom tomato, blue cheese crumbles, candied pecans, maple balsamic vinaigrette

Seafood

Grilled Lobster
Zucchini, onion, tomato, pave potato, lemon tarragon garlic butter
- Market Price
Lobster Ravioli$36.00
Lobster claw meat, cream sauce, guanciale, egg yolk, Parmesan, black pepper
King Salmon*$49.00
Grilled, vegetable succotash, blistered tomatoes, smoked tomato butter
Halibut*$45.00
Pan seared, zucchini cake, lemon berry reduction
Scallops*$47.00
Seared, braised pork belly, spring pea risotto, sugar snap peas, pea shoots, garlic herb oil
Prawn Scampi$41.00
Roasted prawns, garlic, white wine, butter, grilled zucchini, onion, tomato, potato

Specialties

Chicken Panzanella$34.00
Pan seared, panzanella salad, lemon herb vinaigrette
Bone-In Veal Chop*$57.00
Grilled zucchini, onion, tomato, potato, roasted garlic onion chop sauce
Vegan Scallops$33.00
Pan seared King Oyster mushroom "scallops", maple glazed mushroom tops, spring pea risotto, sugar snap peas, garlic herb oil
American Wagyu Skirt Steak*$48.00
Southwest marinated, heirloom tomato relish, roasted poblano polenta
Tenderloin Medallions*$43.00
Bacon wrapped, blue cheese, shredded potato cake, asparagus, fig demi-glaze

Prime Steaks

8 oz. Filet Mignon*$68.00
Pave potato, rainbow baby carrots, pearl onions
20 oz. Bone-In Ribeye*$88.00
Shredded potato cake, rainbow baby carrots, pearl onions
12 oz. New York Striploin*$70.00
Pave potato, rainbow baby carrots, pearl onions
Steak Additions
- Oscar Style$25.00
- Prawn Scampi (3)$27.00
- 5 oz. Lobster Tail$30.00

Sides

Wild Mushrooms$12.00
Brussels Sprouts$12.00
Creamed Spinach$12.00
Mac & Cheese$12.00

What 3,546 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.6Ambience
3.1Value

Noise • Moderate

3,546 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Seattle
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was good but portions are small for the price. Ex. I got the king crab legs for $75. Instead of getting 2 legs like the menu says, I got one leg cut in 2 pieces.
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TomD
Seattle
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Although we've dined & enjoyed The Lobster Shop South for many years, the kitchen staff let us down on 2023 New Year's eve. Overall the food was underwhelming. I had the King Salmon but the butternut squash was served cold. I asked the waitress if it was supposed to be cold, she said no & took the plate to the kitchen, then returned saying the chef yelled at her and replied the squash was supposed to be cold & returned the plate to me as it was. My wife had the oven roasted sturgeon. We both tasted it & neither of us liked it. She didn't take another bite. The wait staff recommended the sturgeon to us but it wasn't very good. After approx. 10 min. the waitress returned with a scoop of warm butternut squash on a small bread plate for me. By that time my salmon was also cold. Our bill was $317 including tip. For the price, we expected delicious seafood and side dishes that complimented the meal. Unfortunately, our expectations weren't met & ruined our New Year's dining experience.
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Marg
Seattle
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Would wait for remodel to be completed before visiting this restaurant. Felt as if they were using up odds and end but we are still playing premium prices. I sent back my Crimini Mushroom Chicken. It has always been one of my favorite entrees. Not this time.
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PaulT
Seattle
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been to the Lobster Shop several times and it has been outstanding every time. We are looking forward to our next visit.
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DaveTrochim37
Seattle
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
ALWAYS THE BEST!!
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TerryG
Seattle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was great! Service was the best I've ever had. The food was the best I've ever had. We tried somethings new to us and it was not a disappointment. They did not rush us which was a nice service.
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GeorgeF
Seattle
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service; a perfect New Year's Eve lunch!
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CatherineW
Seattle
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and excellent service. Honor, our server, was fabulous. Too noisy with big parties on either side of us.
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PeteS
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 30, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Reliable as always. Amazing wait staff, food was great even though the kitchen was impacted by the King tide. We'll be anxious to visit once the remodel is completed.
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Ski2sky
Seattle
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 29, 2022
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lobster Shop is always great! If you need lobster this is the place to go.
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FAQs

Lobster Shop offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (253) 759-2165.

Lobster Shop is rated 4.5 stars by 3546 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

4015 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402

Additional information

Neighborhood
Tacoma
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, American, Northwest
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
The Lobster Shop has ample parking available in its own lot with no charge to our guests.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Rena Bailey
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lobstershop.com/
Phone number
(253) 759-2165
Private party facilities
Whether you’re planning a festive party, wedding, rehearsal dinner, reunion, birthday, anniversary, graduation, retirement, company party or meeting — the time is now to plan your celebration. Our dedicated events team will go above and beyond to execute your special day!Learn more at LobsterShop.com/Private-Dining

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100 Seattle / Eastern Washington Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Lobster Shop

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

100 Seattle / Eastern Washington Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

King Salmon

Crab Cakes

Vegan Scallops

Appetizers

Beef Carpaccio*$26.00

Quinoa Cakes$16.00

Shrimp & Grits Skewers$18.00

Steamed Clams$22.00

Crab Cakes$24.00

Soups & Salads

French Onion Soup$14.00

Lobster Bisque$13.00

Caesar Salad*$13.00

Kale Salad$14.00

Pork Belly Wedge$15.00

Seafood

Grilled Lobster

Lobster Ravioli$36.00

King Salmon*$49.00

Halibut*$45.00

Scallops*$47.00

Prawn Scampi$41.00

Specialties

Chicken Panzanella$34.00

Bone-In Veal Chop*$57.00

Vegan Scallops$33.00

American Wagyu Skirt Steak*$48.00

Tenderloin Medallions*$43.00

Prime Steaks

8 oz. Filet Mignon*$68.00

20 oz. Bone-In Ribeye*$88.00

12 oz. New York Striploin*$70.00

Steak Additions

Sides

Wild Mushrooms$12.00

Brussels Sprouts$12.00

Creamed Spinach$12.00

Mac & Cheese$12.00

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Lobster Shop offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Lobster Shop restaurant rated?

Is Lobster Shop currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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100 Seattle / Eastern Washington Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day