Jumpin’ Lobster

Rating: 2.5 stars

Where: 2120 S. Atlantic Blvd., Monterey Park; 118 W. Main St., Alhambra

Information: 626-991-5966 (Monterey Park); 626-670-2788 (Alhambra)

When: Lunch and dinner, every day

Details: Beer and soft drinks; reservations helpful

The food: Unique among Cajun seafood houses, this jumpin’ variation also offers sushi rolls, some with spice, but most with the usual assortment of fillings. It’s an appetizer to enjoy before diving into the messy process of Cajun lobster.

How much: About $45 per person

Suggested dishes: 6 sushi appetizers ($5.99-$20.99), 13 sushi rolls ($7.99-$20.99), 9 appetizers ($4.99-$21.99), 13 seafood boils ($14.99-$65.99), 3 lobster specialties ($22.99-$27.99), 13 chef’s recommendations ($6.99-$13.99), 9 add-ons ($1.50-$6.99)

Credit cards: MC, V

What the stars mean: 4 (World class! Worth a trip from anywhere!), 3 (Most excellent, even exceptional. Worth a trip from anywhere in Southern California.), 2 (A good place to go for a meal. Worth a trip from anywhere in the neighborhood.) 1 (If you’re hungry, and it’s nearby, but don’t get stuck in traffic going.) 0 (Honestly, not worth writing about.)