Best Seafood Restaurants in Palms Cheviot Hills (90034)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
n/naka
A Michelin-starred, contemporary kaiseki tasting led by Chef Niki Nakayama.
Essential Picks
#1
n/naka
9.3
Chef Niki Nakayama’s modern kaiseki is the defining special-occasion meal on the Westside, balancing deep Japanese technique with California seasonality. Courses move from feather-light dashi and pristine sashimi to warm, comforting clay-pot and grill moments, all paced with quiet precision. Reservations are tough, but the experience feels intimate and personal from first bite to final dessert.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal kaiseki tasting menu, Abalone spaghetti with mentaiko and black truffle, Miyazaki wagyu course when offered
What makes it special: A Michelin-starred, contemporary kaiseki tasting led by Chef Niki Nakayama.
9.1
A discreet, reservation-only Edo-style omakase counter where each piece is shaped and seasoned to be eaten immediately. The experience is quiet, ultra-focused, and built around top-tier fish flown in frequently, with pacing that rewards attention. Come here when you want chef-driven classic nigiri at a destination level in a strip-mall setting.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omakase nigiri progression, Zuke toro, Uni with warm rice
What makes it special: Pure omakase-only Edo nigiri with meticulous rice-and-fish balance.
Worthy Picks
7.7
A casual seafood spot with an American bar-food backbone, best known for indulgent lobster rolls and fried sides. It’s more counter-service hangout than formal dinner, making it a strong option for a quick, craveable meal in Palms. Reviews suggest flashes of excellence, especially when you stick to the shellfish hits.
Must-Try Dishes:
Warm lobster roll, Old Bay cheese fries, Coconut shrimp
What makes it special: Lobster-focused American comfort food in a casual Palms setting.