Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

"🍤 Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Santa Monica Pier – Crispy Fish & Chips, Forrest Gump Vibes & Route 66 End of the Trail 🎬🇺🇸 While walking along the Santa Monica Pier, we suddenly found ourselves craving classic fish & chips, and stepping into Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. felt like the perfect choice for the moment. The first thing that stands out is the design and atmosphere. The entire restaurant is fully themed around the legendary movie Forrest Gump, and it’s done in a fun, immersive way. Movie quotes, military references, framed scenes, props, and signs are everywhere. The famous Forrest Gump bench is a major attraction, and you’ll see guests lining up to take photos, adding to the lively, tourist-driven energy that fits the pier perfectly. A useful pro tip: instead of waiting for a table, we chose to sit at the bar, which turned out to be a smart move. It saved us about 30 minutes of waiting time, especially during a busy period. The bar seating was comfortable, service was quick, and it’s a great option if you’re hungry and don’t feel like standing in line while the pier is packed. Food-wise, the fish & chips were solid and enjoyable. The fish was crispy, fresh, and served hot, paired with fries, a tasty tartar sauce on the side, and a small portion of coleslaw. Simple, comforting, and well executed — exactly what you want in this setting. For drinks, the Skinny Margarita was light and pleasant, not overly sweet, while the club soda with lime was refreshing and clean, especially after walking by the ocean. The place was busy but well managed, the restrooms were clean, and there’s also a large souvenir shop packed with Forrest Gump and Bubba Gump merchandise if you’re into memorabilia. Before leaving, don’t forget to walk a few steps and visit the iconic Route 66 – End of the Trail sign right near the pier — a must for road trip lovers and photographers. Overall, this is not fine dining, but it’s a fun, iconic Santa Monica experience with decent food, strong movie nostalgia, smart seating options, and an unbeatable location. Definitely worth a stop if you’re already on the pier."

"We have wonderful time there. I don't know his name, but the server is really kind and nice. As we were pondering the menu, he appeared and provided a detailed explanation of the menu. It was very helpful, and we had a pleasant meal. After finishing the meal, he didn't forget to give us two cups. It seems like they give it to us when we order a specific cocktail and we were happy to receive a surprise gift. The store also offers quizzes about the Forrest Gump movie, you can participate that! Wish you have great time in there."

"Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. – a great restaurant on the Santa Monica Pier. Atmospheric and nicely decorated. Very good, attentive service. Excellent shrimp served in many different ways. Prices are appropriate for the quality. A nice SMS notification system that lets you know when your table is ready. I've had a great time there! Highly recommended!"

"The food was amazing with excellent service, spectacular view and awesome ambience. Probably people who doesn’t like the flavor of the sea food might not have much of options but sea food lovers would love this incredible place. The lobster sub is the must have thing very yummy and made very well!"