The Lobster Trap Menu

Welcome to The Lobster Trap, a delightful culinary gem located in Avalon, CA. This cozy establishment specializes in mouthwatering seafood and sandwiches, offering a casual dining experience for all ages. With options for vegans and vegetarians, it caters to diverse palates while maintaining delicious flavors.

The menu features standout items, from fresh lobster dishes to perfectly crafted sandwiches, reflecting a commitment to quality ingredients and bold flavors. Enjoy a laid-back atmosphere, complete with outdoor seating and a full bar that serves unique cocktails and Happy Hour specials.

Accessibility is a priority here, with ADA-compliant facilities and various payment options including cash and digital wallets. Whether you’re dining in, taking out, or hosting a special event, The Lobster Trap is an excellent choice for lunch, dinner, or casual gatherings with friends and family.

Stop by, relax, and indulge in a seafood experience that will leave you craving more!

Appetizers Soups Salads

Steamed Artichoke

an island favorite, with mayonnaise butter

$$16.00

Buffalo Wings

spicy chicken served with ranch dressing

$$16.00

Ceviche

a variety of fresh fish marinated in spicy lime juice

$$18.00

Shrimp Ceviche

delicious shrimp marinated in spicy lime juice

$$22.00

Chicken Tenders

lightly breaded white chicken breast strips

$$12.00

Coconut Shrimp

crispy delicious served with sweet Thai chili sauce

$$15.00

Crab Cakes

two grilled homemade crab cakes

$$18.00

Fried Calamari

steak strips hand breaded in cracker meal

$$17.00

Garlic Cheese Curds Curds

garlic battered white cheddar cheese curds

$$13.00

Jalapeno Poppers

breaded jalapeno stuffed with cheese

$$13.00

Littleneck Clams

served in a shell with lemon and butter

$$21.00

Mexican Shrimp Cocktail

in a flavorful shrimp stock with salsa avocado

$$20.00

Monkey Balls

ahi stuffed mushroom tempura

$$19.00

Oysters On A Half Shell

raw oysters with lemon wedges cocktail sauce

$$21.00

Oysters Rockefeller

broiled oysters on a half shell with cream spinach

$$26.00

Poke

a Hawaiian treat, delicious tuna sashimi salad

$$20.00

Sahimi

raw yellowfin tuna served with wasabi soy sauce

$$18.00

Seared Ahi

blackened yellowfin tuna served rare with wasabi soy sauce

$$20.00

Shrimp Cocktail

chilled shrimp served with homemade cocktail sauce

$$17.00

Smoked Salmon

moist, light flaky served chilled

$$18.00

Bacon Wrapped Scallop

4scallop wrapped in bacon

$$22.00

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

6 shrimp wrapped in bacon

$$22.00

New England Clam Chowder Is Served Daily

ask your server about the specialty soup selections

$$8.00

Small Caesar Salad

dressing choices

Small House Salad

dressing choices

Salmon Salad

salmon on a bed of romaine, tomatoes, carrots cucumbers

$$28.00

Grilled Bbq Chicken Salad

romaine, bacon, tomatoes, bleu cheese croutons

$$20.00

Caesar Salad

traditional recipe with croutons parmesan cheese

$$13.00

Seared Ahi Salad

ahi tuna, romaine, tomatoes, carrots cucumbers

$$28.00

Spinach Salad

spinach, bleu cheese crumbles, red onion, hard boiled egg, candied walnuts a side of warm bacon dressing

$$18.00

Crab Salad

crab romaine, tomatoes, bleu cheese crumbles hard boiled egg, black olives avacado

Lobster Salad

lobster romaine, tomatoes, bleu cheese crumbles hard boiled egg, black olives avacado

From The Sea

all entrees are served with mixed vegetables and rice pilaf or baked potato.it is caught locally when available

Cioppino

clams, shrimp, scallops, a variety of fresh fish in a savory broth

$$30.00

Crab Legs

1lb clams, shrimp, scallops, a variety of fresh fish in a savory broth

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

shrimp wrapped in bacon

$$26.00

Bacon Wrapped Scallops

scallops wrapped in bacon

$$26.00

Sauteed Calamari

a thick steak sauteed in lemon caper

$$26.00

Shrimp Scampi

with mushrooms, tomatoes basil in a garlic butter sauce

$$28.00

Seafood Kabob

swordfish, shrimp, scallops, fresh vegetables

$$28.00

Catalina Local Lobster

with creamy bay shrimp stuffing palate

Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast

your choice of preparation as with the fish

$$24.00

Chicken Cordon Bleu

fried chicken stuffed with ham Swiss cheese topped with garlic mushroom sauce

$$29.00

Lemon Chicken

sauteed chicken in a lemon wine sauce

$$27.00

Chicken Parmesan

topped with marinara sauce mozzarella cheese

$$29.00

Chicken Marsala

wine sauce sauteed with mushrooms black pepper

$$28.00

Teriyaki Chicken

sauteed in teriyaki ginger sauce

$$26.00

Pork Chop

10 oz bone in, moist sweet in garlic mushroom sauce

$$29.00

Grilled Flat Iron Steak

8 oz flavorful filet

$$30.00

Rib Eyesteak

1 lb thick juicy steak with tasty marbling

$$38.00

Filet Mignon

a truly decadent 8 oz cut wrapped in bacon

$$40.00

Teriyaki Beef

sauteed in teriyaki ginger sauce

$$30.00

BuildYourOwn Surf Turf

ultimate surf turf ask your server about the options

Entrees from the Sea Land

Sandwiches Pastas Tacos

Lobster Roll

chopped chilled claw meat served with creamy tarragon sauce

Grilled Chicken Breast

$$18.00

Fried Chicken Breast

$$16.00

Grilled 13 Lb Hamburger

$$17.00

Grilled Buffalo Burger

$$20.00

Bbq Pork

$$17.00

French Dip

$$18.00

Black Bean Veggie Burger

$$18.00

Flat Iron Steak

$$24.00

Breaded Cod

$$15.00

Grilled Swordfish

$$20.00

Grilled Yellowtail

$$19.00

Grilled Salmon

$$19.00

Smoked Salmon

$$19.00

Grilled Halibut

$$20.00

Grilled Mahi Mahi

$$20.00

Seared Ahi Tuna

$$20.00

Grilled White Seabass

$$20.00

Breaded Calamari

$$17.00

Fish Chips

$$20.00

Shrimp

$$20.00

Clams

$$14.00

Calamari Steak Strips

$$19.00

Sea Scallops

4

$$22.00

Seafood Combo

$$26.00

Fried Fish

$$6.00

Coconut Shrimp

$$6.00

Fried Chicken

$$6.00

Grilled Steak

$$6.00

Sea Bass

$$7.00

MahiYellowtail

$$7.00

Swordfish

$$7.00

Grilled Chicken

$$7.00

Lobster Taco

chilled claw meat

$$12.00

Chili Verde Burrito

pork, steak or chicken served with rice or mixed vegetables

$$22.00

Fried Shrimp

$$6.00

Rice

$$4.00

Sauteed Carrots

$$6.00

Baked Potato

$$5.00

Coleslaw

$$4.00

French Fries

$$5.00

Onion Rings

$$8.00

Grilled Asapargus Zucchini

$$8.00

Garlic Toast

$$6.00

Sweet Potato Fries

$$8.00

Steamed Veggies

$$7.00