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Lobster Shop, Tacoma, WA

Lobster Shop

4.5
4.5
3548 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2+ people
19:00
  • 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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American, Regional American (Northwest)
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 15:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
  • 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
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Appetizers

  • Beef Carpaccio*US$26.00

    Wagyu New York Striploin, herbed aïoli, marinated mushrooms, radish, fennel, green onion curls, crostini

    • Quinoa CakesUS$16.00

      Chickpea purée, olive and tomato tapenade, cucumber yogurt, parsley

      • Shrimp & Grits SkewersUS$18.00

        Cornmeal battered, Creole ketchup, remoulade mustard

        • Steamed ClamsUS$22.00

          Manila clams, white wine, garlic, sea beans, baby carrot, parsley

          • Crab CakesUS$24.00

            Lemon pepper aïoli, corn relish, chives

            Soups & Salads

            • French Onion SoupUS$14.00

              Veal broth, vermouth, Swiss Emmentaler cheese, crouton

              • Lobster BisqueUS$13.00

                Lobster stock, sweet vermouth, sherry cream

                • Caesar Salad*US$13.00

                  Romaine, herbed croutons, Parmesan crisp, Spanish anchovies, crispy capers, Caesar dressing

                  • Kale SaladUS$14.00

                    Lacinato kale, Serrano ham, Castelvetrano olives, crispy quinoa, lemon herb vinaigrette, shaved Parmesan

                    • Pork Belly WedgeUS$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 RavioliUS$36.00

                        Lobster claw meat, cream sauce, guanciale, egg yolk, Parmesan, black pepper

                        • King Salmon*US$49.00

                          Grilled, vegetable succotash, blistered tomatoes, smoked tomato butter

                          • Halibut*US$45.00

                            Pan seared, zucchini cake, lemon berry reduction

                            • Scallops*US$47.00

                              Seared, braised pork belly, spring pea risotto, sugar snap peas, pea shoots, garlic herb oil

                              • Prawn ScampiUS$41.00

                                Roasted prawns, garlic, white wine, butter, grilled zucchini, onion, tomato, potato

                                Specialties

                                • Chicken PanzanellaUS$34.00

                                  Pan seared, panzanella salad, lemon herb vinaigrette

                                  • Bone-In Veal Chop*US$57.00

                                    Grilled zucchini, onion, tomato, potato, roasted garlic onion chop sauce

                                    • Vegan ScallopsUS$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*US$48.00

                                        Southwest marinated, heirloom tomato relish, roasted poblano polenta

                                        • Tenderloin Medallions*US$43.00

                                          Bacon wrapped, blue cheese, shredded potato cake, asparagus, fig demi-glaze

                                          Prime Steaks

                                          • 8 oz. Filet Mignon*US$68.00

                                            Pave potato, rainbow baby carrots, pearl onions

                                            • 20 oz. Bone-In Ribeye*US$88.00

                                              Shredded potato cake, rainbow baby carrots, pearl onions

                                              • 12 oz. New York Striploin*US$70.00

                                                Pave potato, rainbow baby carrots, pearl onions

                                                • Steak Additions

                                                  • Oscar StyleUS$25.00
                                                  • Prawn Scampi (3)US$27.00
                                                  • 5 oz. Lobster TailUS$30.00

                                                Sides

                                                • Wild MushroomsUS$12.00

                                                  • Brussels SproutsUS$12.00

                                                    • Creamed SpinachUS$12.00

                                                      • Mac & CheeseUS$12.00

                                                        Last updated: 27 June 2023

                                                        What 3,548 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

                                                        3,548 Reviews

                                                        1. OpenTable Diner

                                                          Seattle

                                                          1 review

                                                          4.0

                                                          1 review

                                                          Dined on 1 January 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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                                                        2. TomD

                                                          Seattle

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          2.0

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          Dined on 1 January 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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                                                        3. Marg

                                                          Seattle

                                                          10 reviews

                                                          3.0

                                                          10 reviews

                                                          Dined on 1 January 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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                                                        4. PaulT

                                                          Seattle

                                                          7 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          7 reviews

                                                          Dined on 1 January 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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                                                        5. DaveTrochim37

                                                          Seattle

                                                          14 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          14 reviews

                                                          Dined on 31 December 2022

                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                          2. Food 5
                                                          3. Service 5
                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                          ALWAYS THE BEST!!

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                                                        6. TerryG

                                                          Seattle

                                                          1 review

                                                          5.0

                                                          1 review

                                                          Dined on 31 December 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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                                                        7. GeorgeF

                                                          Seattle

                                                          11 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          11 reviews

                                                          Dined on 31 December 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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                                                        8. CatherineW

                                                          Seattle

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          4.0

                                                          3 reviews

                                                          Dined on 30 December 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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                                                        9. PeteS

                                                          Seattle

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          Dined on 30 December 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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                                                        10. Ski2sky

                                                          Seattle

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          5.0

                                                          2 reviews

                                                          Dined on 29 December 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 3548 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                        Make a booking

                                                        2+ people
                                                        19:00

                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                        Google Map for Lobster Shop

                                                        4015 Ruston Way, Tacoma, WA 98402

                                                        Additional information

                                                        • Area
                                                          Tacoma
                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                          Lunch Daily 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat, Sun 15:00–22:00 Happy Hour Mon–Fri 15:00–18:00
                                                        • Price
                                                          $31 to $50
                                                        • Cuisines
                                                          Seafood, American, Regional 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, Takeaway, 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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