California

Opened in 1967, this popular institution deals every day with a long line of customers, attracted by its fresh produce. The concept of the place is summed up by this phrase: "The reason we don't serve breakfast is that we're out to catch lunch". Clam chowder, grilled seafood, crab salad... The menu offers a fine selection of fish and shellfish served as sandwiches or by the plate. Order inside and sit out on one of the terraces overlooking the ocean.

A little off the bustling State Street, this gastro-pub offers every evening a beautiful menu of seasonal and organic dishes, blends of European and Asian inspiration. A tasty and original result in a contemporary and friendly setting. The Black Sheep is a perfect place to enjoy a refined dinner without déplumer.

Although Café Gratitude is the second to open its doors in Los Angeles - in 2012 - its values come to us from the San Francisco Bay Area. The company's promise: vegan, environmentally-friendly and tasty dishes. And they've kept their promise, with a menu as healthy as it is delicious, featuring bowls, salads, sandwiches, smoothies and juices. We like this address for its pretty patio and its location, a 10-minute walk from Venice Beach, but the chain is also established in the small Larchmont district.

This new California-style seafood restaurant is located in Pacific Heights. Specialties include oysters, crabs and mussels to take away or eat in, crispy sandwiches (bay shrimp and avocado, crabmeat rolls). The fish tacos with choice of black beans and pico de gallo are delicious, as is the San Franciscan Cioppino with mussels, clams, crab, cod, shrimp and scallops.) Everything is very hearty, so don't bite off more than you can chew. The dining room is pleasant and bright, and prices are reasonable.

We don't come here for the quality of the service - Seasurf Fish Co operates like a fast-food restaurant - but for the quality of the seafood and fish. Our favorite is the warm lobster roll served with melted butter: generous, tasty... Everything we love! You'll also find poke bowls, tacos and burritos, as well as grilled fish, pasta and salads. The catch: these fresh products are served in disposable trays and plates, with disposable cutlery. A good choice for a quick lunch between two visits.

A large modern wooden counter, red brick walls and a very friendly atmosphere, like a vacation: welcome to Humboldt Bay Provisions. Oysters from the bay of the same name are delivered daily to the establishment, before being served raw or cooked, as desired, with their mignonette sauce. The restaurant also offers some cheeses and spreads and, above all, an impressive wine list. An excellent address, where you will certainly have a good time.

This minimalist restaurant with its attractive metal counter is all about raw seafood. Delicious plates of scallops, tuna, butterflyfish, etc., all raw, but also oysters to delight your palate. Fish arrivals are local and sustainable. These feasts are accompanied by a (very good) glass of white wine. You can also enjoy the superbly stocked seafood platters, or a few hot dishes like the classic San Francisco chowder soup.

Providence is renowned for being the best seafood restaurant in the United States. Without exaggeration, the plates here resemble masterpieces. The food is as beautiful to contemplate as it is delicious to savor: each dish is of rare finesse, executed with unparalleled skill. As the tasting menu changes frequently, it's difficult to recommend a particular dish; what's certain is that you'll come away from your evening amazed, with your taste buds full of fish. A great address.

Looking for a good breakfast or an American-style brunch? Look no further: Millie's Cafe is a reference in the field. If you want to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the place, ask to sit at the counter, opposite the kitchen, where the chefs are busy. Otherwise, the small adjacent dining room and the sidewalk terrace could not be nicer. However, you will have to wait in line, especially on weekends, starting at 10 am. A little tip: if you come alone, you'll have to go in front of everyone else.

Right at the beginning of the Santa Monica Pier, where the crowds thicken, stands this family-run address, which has been in business for 40 years. As with many Californian establishments, The Albright is a fast-casual affair, with fast-food-style ordering and payment at the counter, and plates similar to those of a traditional restaurant. Here, the food is tasty, the oysters fresh. On the menu: a wide variety of seafood and raw, fried or grilled fish, as well as burgers, rolls, pokés and ceviches - to name but a few.

Healthy, gourmet dishes: that's the challenge taken up by this excellent address, located in the heart of Laguna Beach. Take a seat at one of the tables on the small, flower-filled terrace for a tasty spinach, feta and roasted tomato omelette, avocado toast, a poached egg, fromage frais and avocado bowl, or delicious muffins, scones and cookies in a variety of flavors. Excellent value for money. The only drawback is the lack of an ocean view, generally sought after by daytime visitors.

At Fisherman's Outlet, the food is served on paper plates and concrete picnic tables... But don't let that put you off: this market and its seafood café serve better food than the chic restaurants. We recommend the delicious charcoal-cooked fish, or the lobster, one of the best dishes on the menu. Made up of workers and families who've been coming here for three generations, the clientele contrasts with the new "bobo" Downtown, giving rise to an atmosphere that's well worth discovering.

Serving delicious bagels since 1984. There are several options: choose from the à la carte menu or make your own sandwich. Butter, jam, cream cheese, guacamole, salmon, goat's cheese, hummus, tofu, pesto, jalapeño, smoked turkey, bacon, carrots, tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, capers... The list of ingredients is long. If you're really hungry, we recommend one of the scrambagels, a bagel prepared with scrambled eggs. All to be enjoyed in a pretty red-brick setting with a relaxed atmosphere.

Riva Fish House takes its name from a small Italian village on the Ligurian coast, Riva Trigoso. The menu therefore makes a few nods to the country from which it takes its inspiration, with a nice selection of various pastas. You can also eat the local American-Italian specialty, cioppino, a delicious fish stew prepared according to the catch of the day. In addition to all these tempting proposals, Riva is worth a visit for its perfect location on the Santa Cruz pier, with a breathtaking view.

In the heart of the Arts District, Manuela offers inventive, refined and authentic cuisine. The emphasis is on seasonal produce: the chef only buys from producers and farmers in Southern California. On the menu: fine cuts of meat, fish and seafood, as well as a vast selection of vegetables and seeds. And every weekend, locals flock to the restaurant for its elegant brunch, where shrimp with bacon and fresh mushrooms sit alongside classics such as eggs Benedict.

This successful local restaurant has seven locations in California. It serves ocean-fresh fish and seafood. On the menu: fish'n'chips, sandwiches of all kinds, sushi, grilled squid, ceviche (beware, sometimes very spicy!) and other dishes to be enjoyed in a Japanese atmosphere. The establishment in front of the Botanical Gardens boasts a large wooden terrace, not particularly well decorated but pleasant enough to enjoy the sunshine. Perfect for a quick break before continuing your tour.

Shane, a fishing enthusiast for more than 40 years, and his wife Dana (former vegetarian converted into «pescétarienne») created in 2012, this small restaurant that won't always! The recipe for success? Local fishing, lasting and fresh every morning. Taste the chowder, best elected clam in the region!

Overlooking the waterfront, Duke's is an ideal stopover after a stroll along Malibu's beaches or uptown. Enjoy crispy coconut shrimp, roasted lobster, filet mignon or vegan mushroom and spinach ravioli.The fish is freshly caught according to traditional Hawaiian practices.It's particularly pleasant to sit at the end of the restaurant, on the terrace, to watch the waves break on the rocks; an even more magical experience when the sun goes down.

Built in 1949, this Burbank institution is the oldest Bob's Big Boy still in operation. Designated a "Point of Historic Interest" by the State of California, this address has appeared in several films, including Heat (1995) and Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery (1997). In the latter, the site's characteristic statue is even transformed into a rocket. The interior is reminiscent of a traditional diner: you sit on leather benches and eat hamburgers, each more hearty and tasty than the last.

Founded in 2006 in Irvine, Orange County, Veggie Grill is a true vegetarian institution in the United States. With nearly 33 locations across the country, it is the largest 100% plant-based restaurant in the country. Particularly in Los Angeles, this healthy way of eating is a big hit. And with good reason: the dishes are well executed, from Asian-style salads to hearty sandwiches, burgers and bowls. The choice is as vast as it is inspiring, and all at affordable prices.