Crab Catcher

Fresh seafood, an extensive wine list and panoramic views draw patrons to this La Jolla waterfront favorite

In Short
Perched on a cliff alongside La Jolla Cove, the restaurant and its sidekick oyster bar achieve elegance with simple furnishings and a killer view. The breezy outdoor patio and...

Posted by by Maren Dougherty at Citysearch on June 12, 2006. Brought to you by Citysearch.

As you would expect excellent crab

Average Rating

80

We were given a great table overlooking the ocean, despite it being Father’s Day and having no reservations. Very good service and we both had salads which were very large and excellent. Would definitely go back.

Posted by HEATHER6 on June 19, 2018. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Location, location, location

Average Rating

80

Some say that location is everything, but when it comes to restaurants it’s not completely true. There is no doubt that the views here are stupendous (depending on your seat), but I would not use that adjective to describe the food. Don’t get me wrong,...

Posted by love2live4ever on June 18, 2018. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Nice Views, great Happy Hour food and Drinks

Average Rating

80

Stopped for their Happy Hour, but it does restrict you to the bar so make sure you get near a window. Charred Oysters, lobster bisque soup and a crab cake was plenty for a Meal. The White Lightning Martini (tequila based with white cranberry juice)...

Posted by Mikiehead on June 17, 2018. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Birthday place

Average Rating

100

This is my wife's favorite place for her birthday dinner. We also come her for mine and other special occasions such as................being hungry for great food and marvelous views. Can't miss.

Posted by Papafish92037 on May 27, 2018. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Only OK

Average Rating

60

The place is kinda old.. needs to be either cleaned up good or remodeled. The food was ok. We had both fried and grilled fish tacos. The fried was good. really needed a little more on it like avocado.. cilantro maybe. The grilled one was...

Posted by Tina B on May 21, 2018. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Crab Catcher Restaurant can be found at Prospect St 1298. The following is offered: Restaurants. The entry is present with us since Sep 9, 2010 and was last updated on Nov 14, 2013. In La Jolla there are 57 other Restaurants. An overview can be found here.

Posted on May 29, 2015. Brought to you by opendius.

The Crab Catcher is family run, ocean view, seafood restaurant that has been a staple in the village of La Jolla for over 30 years. Hope to see you soon!

Posted on February 24, 2015. Brought to you by facebook.

Set high on a cliff overlooking the spectacular ocean view in La Jolla, Crab Catcher offers an unforgettable dining experience. Fresh seafood is our speciality; the exciting flavors of California and the Pacific Rim our inspiration.

Posted on February 19, 2015. Brought to you by gogobot.

Open for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. Overlooking the ocean. Come and try the tempura shrimp, crab stuffed fish, and lobster. The menu also features steak and pasta. Childrens menu available.

Posted on June 13, 2014. Brought to you by worldweb.

Located in La Jolla, Crab Catcher offers an unforgettable dining experience. Fresh seafood is our speciality; the exciting flavors of California and the Pacific Rim our inspiration

Posted on March 12, 2014. Brought to you by hotfrog.