Crustacean Will Close Beverly Hills Restaurant in October
The family-owned eatery will shutter its doors in late October 2026 after nearly three decades in Beverly Hills.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Dining Out
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Crustacean, a staple of the Beverly Hills dining scene since 1997, will permanently close its doors on October 31, 2026. The restaurant is closing due to rising costs and a change in property ownership.
Why it matters
The closure highlights the ongoing challenges of rising rents and the high cost of doing business in Los Angeles County, which has seen at least five other restaurants shut down over the past 18 months. The brand will transition its focus toward new markets, including expansions in Atlanta, Sun Valley, and Honolulu.
Crustacean first opened in 1997 and operated in Beverly Hills for 29 years. The business is closing as part of a wider trend that has seen at least five other local eateries shut down within the last 18 months.
The players
Holly Robinson Peete
She is an American actress and singer who became a notable part of the restaurant's history after she went into labor while dining at the location in 2005.
AnQi Bistro
This establishment is a sister property located in South Coast Plaza that will host a pop-up for the brand in November 2026.
The details
Management finalized the closure following a farewell weekend that featured a series of high-profile dinners. While the Beverly Hills location is ceasing operations, the brand will host a pop-up event at AnQi Bistro in South Coast Plaza in late November 2026.
Timeline
Crustacean opened in Beverly Hills in 1997.
Holly Robinson Peete went into labor at the restaurant in 2005.
The restaurant closure was first reported in July 2026.
The restaurant will close for good on October 31, 2026.
A pop-up event is scheduled at AnQi Bistro in November 2026.
Culture Shift
The departure of Crustacean marks a significant change in the Beverly Hills culinary landscape, echoing a broader trend of independent restaurants struggling to maintain operations amidst shifting real estate costs. This move reflects a wider industry migration as established brands pivot toward new geographic markets in favor of traditional, high-rent urban cores.
Local patrons looking to visit the restaurant one final time should note the October 31 closure date to avoid disappointment. Those interested in the brand's signature offerings can plan for the upcoming pop-up appearance in South Coast Plaza later in November.
The takeaway
The closure serves as a reminder of how property ownership changes can impact even the most iconic local businesses. Residents and regular diners may want to monitor social media channels of similar long-standing establishments for news on potential relocation or future pop-up events.
What happens next
A pop-up event for the brand is scheduled to occur at AnQi Bistro in South Coast Plaza in late November 2026.
Further reading
For more on the local food scene, see the latest updates in Dining Out.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Page Six.
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