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DUNGENESS CRAB - The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse, Palo Alto, CA

The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse

4.7
4.7
2150 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Good for business meals
NEW POLICY
In order to enhance the overall guest experience, we will no longer be admitting children under the age of 7, with the exception of Mother's Day Brunch, when guests of all ages are welcome. (This policy does not apply to private events.)
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us, and our team will be delighted to assist you.

About The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse
The Sea is the Bay Area’s premier seafood destination, where exquisite flavors from the sea are elevated through modern techniques and artistry. Chef Pratik Mungre blends contemporary cuisine with Japanese sensibility to transform each dish into something truly extraordinary. Experience the finest seafood in a setting designed to deliver the ultimate dining experience.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–20:30 Fri 17:30–21:00 Sat 17:00–21:00 Sun 17:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (650) 213-1111
  • Website
    http://www.theseausa.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Pratik Mungre
  • Private party facilities
    Welcome to The Sea By Alexander's Steakhouse! We are pleased to provide multiple space and menu options to best suit the needs of your group. Be it an intimate tasting dinner, product launch or your dream wedding, The Sea will exceed even the most discerning expectations.
  • Private party contact
    Marilyn Skinner: (650) 213-1117
  • Location
    4269 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
  • Area
    Palo Alto
  • Cross Street
    Dinah's Court
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking Monday through Friday and Weekends during private events . Otherwise self parking in our private lot.
  • Public transit
    VTA Line 22 stops in front of restaurant. VTA Line 522 within walking distance.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,150 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Peninsula

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse offers a chic and elegant ambiance with "outstanding service" and "impeccable" staff. Diners rave about "delicious food" featuring standout dishes like hamachi shots and popcorn crab. It's ideal for special occasions and known for "exceptional" dining experiences, despite some mixed reviews on certain dishes and pricing.

2,150 Reviews

  1. Zaldy

    VIP

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great customer service . Great food quality . We will definitely be back

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  2. Ketty

    VIP

    New York City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    From the welcome bread, the appetizers, main course & desserts, everything was really good! Highly recommended! One of the best restaurant in Palo Alto for sure!

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  3. Brian

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Vey overpriced food. In addition the food was just OK.

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  4. Chad

    VIP

    San Francisco

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The outdoor patio is quite inviting, even on a cool night.

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  5. greg

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was outstanding not overbearing. Food was excellent with layers of flavor in every dish. The hamachi shots were the best and everything thing else from the bread to the dessert was better than anything else I’ve had in the last year.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Server tricked us into ordering more food by not letting us know that the protein was already coming with more. My fish was in two pieces and totally different tasting. One was like dry hard chicken and the other piece was like flaky soft fish.

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  7. Linda

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was outstanding, the cotton candy and amuse bouche was a delightful and delicious surprise. The dining experience was delightful and we hope to be back soon.

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  8. Pamela

    VIP

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, food and drinks. Consistent and excellent every time.

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  9. Yefan

    VIP

    Central Coast

    24 reviews

    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The ambiance at The Sea by Alexander’s is chic, elegant, and comfortable, setting the stage for what we hoped would be a great dining experience. The service was excellent, attentive without being intrusive. For appetizers, we tried the Popcorn Crab and Japanese Sword Squid Calamari. The Popcorn Crab was the highlight of the night—crispy on the outside, moist on the inside, and perfectly complemented by the sauce. In contrast, the calamari was a disappointment. It was dry and seemed overly deep-fried, though the green chili aioli paired better with it than the sweet chili sauce. For entrées, I had the John Dory, which was simply underwhelming. My wife ordered the CAB Filet Mignon (medium rare), but she found it dry and nothing special. We also shared the Lobster Fried Rice, which was another letdown—the only saving grace was the crispy Brussels sprouts garnish. For dessert, we tried the Burnt Almond Bomb, which was just okay. However, we did enjoy the Valentine’s cocktail special, which came with a nice touch—a Polaroid photo of us and a rose for my wife at the end of the dinner. Overall, while the ambiance and service were excellent, the food didn’t live up to our expectations. My wife and I had a great time together, but we likely wouldn’t return. ⭐ Rating: 3/5

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  10. Justin

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have the best meal when we come here. Which isn’t that often only because we live far away. But highly recommended to anyone looking for a great meal and an even better experience

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FAQs

The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 213-1111.

The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse is rated 4.7 stars by 2150 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today

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Google Map for The Sea by Alexander's Steakhouse

4269 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Dinah's Court
  • Area
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:30–20:30 Fri 17:30–21:00 Sat 17:00–21:00 Sun 17:00–20:30
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary Valet Parking Monday through Friday and Weekends during private events . Otherwise self parking in our private lot.
  • Public transit
    VTA Line 22 stops in front of restaurant. VTA Line 522 within walking distance.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Pratik Mungre
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.theseausa.com/
  • Phone number
    (650) 213-1111
  • Private party facilities
    Welcome to The Sea By Alexander's Steakhouse! We are pleased to provide multiple space and menu options to best suit the needs of your group. Be it an intimate tasting dinner, product launch or your dream wedding, The Sea will exceed even the most discerning expectations.
  • Private party contact
    Marilyn Skinner: (650) 213-1117
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