The Lobster Team

Govind Armstrong

Executive Chef &
Director of Operations
In 2017, The Lobster restaurant brought in the talented, celebrity chef, Govind Armstrong. Govind is a longtime advocate of food sustainability, responsibly sourced seafood, and using locally farmed ingredients. Born in Inglewood and raised in Costa Rica, Govind was mentored by Wolfgang Puck and featured on Top Chef. He loves to create award-winning, seasonally inspired seafood dishes, as well as a broad selection of tantalizing gourmet fares.

Donaciano Perez
Sous Chef

The Lobster is proud to have won

Santa Monica’s 2025 MOST LOVED
Winner of the Wait Staff & Service Award

Second Place as the
Most Loved Bar/Restaurant with a View!

Jo Cruz
Sous Chef

Amanda Smolcynski
Manager

Calin Senciac
General Manager