From Providence’s restaurateur Michael Cimarusti comes sustainable seafood and the freshest shellfish at this welcoming West Hollywood eatery.

Oysters and shellfish bars are having a shining moment in L.A. Connie and Ted’s has one of the city’s largest daily selections at its generous-sized raw bar from Santa Barbara sea urchin to more than 12 kinds of oysters. The restaurant itself (once a coffee shop) is open and airy: the kitchen is on view and there are elevated booths, a glass-walled private dining room and large outdoor patio.

The craft beer selections pair well with the mostly seafood menu. Executive chef and owner Michael Cimarusti grew up on the U.S. East Coast and many items salute that heritage from the hot or cold lobster roll to several kinds of clam chowder. There’s an oyster happy hour at the bar (Monday-Friday), reason alone to check out this corner of fresh, sustainable seafood heaven.

Ideal For

Lunch, late afternoon snack, happy hour, bar bites, dinner, client meetings

Favourite Table

Elevated table across from the kitchen

Favorite Room

Main dining room at night; outdoor patio for lunch.

Signature Dishes

Oysters on the half-shell, New England clam chowder, lobster rolls, grilled catch-of-the-day

Signature Drinks

Japanese sake, Craftsmen draft beer, Down East Punch, Ted’s Cup