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Lobster Shop, Tacoma, WA
Lobster Shop, Tacoma, WA
Lobster Shop, Tacoma, WA
Lobster Shop, Tacoma, WA
Lobster Shop, Tacoma, WA

Lobster Shop

4.5
4.5
3547 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

Make a reservation

2 people
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
  • 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
  • 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

What 3,547 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

NoiseModerate

3,547 Reviews
  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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 3547 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Lobster Shop

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
  • 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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