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LUCKY YU at Blue Plate Oysterette

4.6
4.6
1345 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
This is Lucky Yu @ Blue Plate Oysterette.
Lucky Yu is the brainchild of Jenny rush and Alex Maranslicht. Born from their shared love of the beaches and incredible fish from Baja California, and the craftsmanship and flavors of Japanese cuisine. Taking over 13 year old Blue Plate Oysterette, they've developed a concept that incorporates Alex's training with David Bouley, Nobu and Jenny's Santa Monica laidback cool. Cocktails come from Breck Lawrence, local chef-turned-bar manager with lots of homages to Japanese Nightlife. Favorites include the Gin Shiso Gimlet and a Matcha Mint Julep. The star of the menu is an array of incredible temaki - open faced handrolls reminiscent of seaside tacos from Baja but beautifully Japanese in flavor and execution.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 33 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, American, Oyster Bar

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (310) 576-3474

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ+, Middle Eastern, Women

  • Executive chef

    Candido Hernandez

  • Private party facilities

    We love events! Take advantage of the incredible views and beautiful weather for you and friends, family or coworkers in our great outdoor space.

  • Neighborhood

    Santa Monica

  • Cross street

    Santa Monica Blvd

  • Parking details

    We have metered street parking, lots on 2nd street and valet after 5pm

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Oyster Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us for special pricing on oysters and beverages.

Popular dishes

What 1,345 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Los Angeles

    Seafood

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a good time, with great service…the Oysters are a great choice, can’t go wrong having a meal at this restaurant

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  2. none

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Food was great. Interesting and delicious. But the noise level was awful

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  3. MichelleP

    New England

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience3
    LUCKY YU is a sort of “pop-up” within Blue Plate Oysterette. It was so confusing to me, a regular customer, that my hubby and I almost left thinking our favorite dishes were no longer being served. They really need to explain that clearly upon seating. Not to mention we weee asked if we prefer “tap water “ 😩. We tried 2 items from the LUCKY YU menu…. the shrimp and the clam chowder. Both were good. I have family that work in culinary and I can only imagine what sort of financial disruption this business idea may be causing them. Unless the owners are paying staff a standard wage to cover dips in “ideas” that turn out unsustainable or unprofitable, I’m not a fan.

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  4. Jackie

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The temaike’s are delicious and a must try! My favorite temaike (open faced sushi, looks like a sushi taco) is the yellowtail and spicy salmon

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  5. Bashayer

    Hawaii

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best seafood in Santa Monica , delicious oysters and scallops. Amazing dips on the happy hour menu. Drinks were slightly better than average. They were extremely nice to our dog and accommodating on their patio. Service was excellent the wait staff are knowledgeable of the menu and very attentive.

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  6. GregS

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    At a loss for words. The waiter we had was horrible. He will needs anger management therapy. So that was very unpleasant. The music was extremely un relaxing and obnoxious. The manager was nice enough to change it per my request but that only lasted for about 10 min.s or so. The food was okay but much prefer the original BPO food. I am definitely not going back anytime soon. Please fire that waiter, he was is a terrible representation for that restaurant and or any restaurant. Thank you for a terrible experience.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    The food and serviced were good. However, what I didn’t like is when paying the bill on their electronic device, the tip starts at 20% and actually when they hand you the device it’s set on 22-23% or something which is high. There was no 18%, nor was I able to see if I could type in a tip. Are they not paying their servers enough? I was really taken aback by this as was my dining partner.

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  8. Renee

    Los Angeles

    92 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    92 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant week menu was really good. It was easy to order each item and share. The soup was exceptional. The dessert cookie was a bit small.

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  9. Caroline

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved the Jimmy Yu Pop Up, and the regular old Blue Plate Oysterette too!

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  10. StaceyN

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    We had eaten here many times Not sure the new pop over is up to the same standard

    1 person found this helpful

  11. Ilovepizza

    Jacksonville

    11 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    It’s now an Asian pop up restaurant, but open table doesn’t update that info. Really disappointing as we were expecting Blue Plate seafood, but only a few of their items on the menu. This used to be one of my favorite restaurants, but I will not return until they return.

    1 person found this helpful

  12. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the DineLA menu with the Lobster Roll. It was delicious.

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    I wanted to like this place.. What upset me the most was the service. Disappointing.

    1 person found this helpful

  14. Tmrttt

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience3
    It’s in transition and not transitioning well. Claims to be pop up but it’s not

    1 person found this helpful

  15. BeachBetty

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yes, yet another perfect afternoon at BPO, but this time with the unexpected addition of Lucky Yu! What a fun and wonderfully curated pop up. Enjoyed every classic BPO bite, the Lucky Yu prix fix options and specialty cocktails, and, extra credit, meeting Chef Alex. Wasn’t sure what to expect with this pop up, but Lucky Yu did not disappoint—the delicious food, the awesome service, the always welcoming ambience-/thanks LY and BPO…we’ll be back!

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  16. Mbca

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall2food3service5ambience1
    As a patron of 10 years to Bp Oysterette, I am so disappointed in the pop up. It was sadly tacky decor and cheap looking inside. Most of my favorite meals were not available. No key lime pie?? The yuzu was not good and sesame seeds stuck in our teeth. The menu was as confused as the decor. Please just work on events, and hire a marketing team to build the clientele, the pop up is not it. So sad. Won’t be back if this pop up continues unfortunately.

    1 person found this helpful

  17. SMFoodieGirl

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The service was fantastic! Seated outside overlooking the beach. The lobster roll and french fries were perfect!

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  18. GraceL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    We had a great experience with Dine LA ! great value and the food was awesome

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  19. Lshelby

    Salt Lake City

    9 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience4
    We are long time fans of Blue Plate Oysterette - there is nothing like it in LA. So many fresh fish and oyster options, and excellent fish tacos and macaroni and cheese (with lobster if you want) to boot. The Branzino is one of the best in LA and they have an excellent wine by the glass menu. Unfortunately, they are currently ditching all of these wonderful things and have replaced it primarily with tasteless hand rolls. There are already dozens of top notch Japanese restaurants in LA that serve far better sushi rolls. Why change what made this restaurant a 10 and serve mediocre food instead? I'm worried they are just trying to attract tourists and not people who care about good food. I LOVE this restaurant with its beach location and vibe - we have been weekly customers for over a decade. I'm writing this review in the hope that the owners will reconsider. We would miss with restaurant so much. PLEASE go back to your winning concept.

    1 person found this helpful

  20. WendyK

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Brand new menus and system that the staff is getting used to. I was afraid I’d miss the “old” menu but wanted to give this a try. The food was absolutely outstanding! Truly unique tastes! Every dish we tried was superb. I look forward to frequenting Blue Plate more often to check out new dishes.

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  21. roofy

    Charleston

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely spot for lunch while in Santa Monica area. High quality food with an energetic vibe.

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  22. syminthe

    Los Angeles

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Amazing open hand rolls, great oysters and delicious veggie appetizers. Must try!

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  23. bdubs

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is amazing. First of all the quality of all the fish can not be topped. Every piece of fish melts in your mouth. The oysters, the hamachi, the blue fin etc. Secondly the dishes are so well constructed with lovely flavors that compliment but never overpower the fish. And last the service is casual feeling yet professional, knowledgable and fast.

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  24. jbvenice

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall2food3service4ambience2
    I haven't been here for long time and it has changed and not for the better. Food is decent but no more than that. The outside area is pretty bad for more upscale restaurant. The music is horrible and loud. The service is nice though. But not going back.

    1 person found this helpful

  25. RonnyP

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding as always. Great tasting, quality food, though, it has gotten a bit pricey....

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  26. alwayseatout1

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3
    Way way overpriced. Oysters were not top notch and they were out of some varieties. Overcharged for corkage. Overcharged for top shelf liquor. Overall never going back.

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  27. KerryJ

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food, great server and the best 80’s playlist i’ve ever heard! Very very loud but worth putting up with!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall1food5service3ambience1
    Go here a lot. But was sat inside near the door in a very uncomfortable wind tunnel.

    1 person found this helpful

  29. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The crab dip appetizer was amazing! Loaded with crab! Service was attentive and friendly- rushed our order to take advantage of happy hour! Our teenagers and all enjoyed the food!

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  30. pault

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    All good as usual, excellent "chef choice oysters."

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  31. MariS

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy the Oyster Happy Hour! The Branzino never dissapoints!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Greensboro

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    The oysters and lobster were a 10/10. The Brussel sprouts however weren’t crispy at all and the old bay fries had very little seasoning. The outdoor patio was amazing with the heaters out there. It was unexpectedly a tad bit chilly. Customer service was great and fast!

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    If the word more than amazing existed, I would say it about the food, atmosphere and staff! Highly recommending!

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  34. Paulette

    Los Angeles

    27 reviews

    4.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We have had food there before! But it has changed in the last six months. I always order mussels! The amount has gone down.The prices have increased. I will think twice about going back!!

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  35. bruced

    Los Angeles

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Food great and tasty, service attentive, view of the Ocean, all back to the way it was years ago.

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  36. DeannaM

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food & service! Nice surprises for a birthday in our group.

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  37. JenniferM

    London

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Always enjoy this spot. So yummy and friendly. Can't wait for my next trip.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience3
    We usually love this place, the food is great, the ambiance is meh. Lately it feels like the prices are going on high for the atmosphere and experience. Food is still good but really pricey for what you get.

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  39. John

    Salt Lake City

    7 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience3

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  40. LisaD

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    I don’t see what the big deal is about this place. The food was not that great and way overpriced.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from LUCKY YU at Blue Plate Oysterette using the Order Online button. LUCKY YU at Blue Plate Oysterette also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (310) 576-3474.

LUCKY YU at Blue Plate Oysterette is rated 4.6 stars by 1345 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

7:00 PM


Booked 33 times today
Google Map for LUCKY YU at Blue Plate Oysterette

1355 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Santa Monica Blvd

  • Neighborhood

    Santa Monica

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sat, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, American, Oyster Bar

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    We have metered street parking, lots on 2nd street and valet after 5pm

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Owned/operated by

    LGBTQ+, Middle Eastern, Women

  • Executive chef

    Candido Hernandez

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (310) 576-3474

  • Private party facilities

    We love events! Take advantage of the incredible views and beautiful weather for you and friends, family or coworkers in our great outdoor space.

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