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.
The Lobster is proud to have won the
Santa Monica’s 2025 MOST LOVED
Wait Staff and Service Award
Amanda Smolcynski
Manager
Donaciano Perez
Sous Chef
Juan Herrera
Sous Chef