Welcome to Pirates Kitchen
At Pirates Kitchen, we celebrate the rich flavors of Cajun and Creole seafood in a lively, pirate-themed setting. Nestled in Artesia, California, our eatery is committed to delivering an unforgettable dining experience with its famous seafood boils, particularly our special $20 deal for two pounds of shrimp. Diners rave about our flavorful sauces and fresh ingredients, complemented by attentive service. We welcome all with a casual vibe, outdoor seating, and numerous options for dietary preferences. Join us for brunch, dinner, or late-night bites, where every meal is an adventure worthy of the high seas!
- 11688 S St Ste 107 Artesia, CA 90701 United States Hotline: (562) 202-9471
Welcome to Pirates Kitchen, the premier destination for all seafood enthusiasts craving the bold flavors of Cajun and Creole cuisine. Nestled in the bustling heart of Artesia, California, this trendy yet casual eatery offers a unique experience that promises to tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your seafood cravings.
At Pirates Kitchen, the atmosphere is both lively and welcoming, making it an ideal spot for groups, families, and late-night gatherings. With a menu rich in seafood boils, featuring everything from shrimp to crab legs, it’s no wonder why customers rave about their culinary concoctions. Signature specials like the $20 for 2 pounds of shrimp lure in seafood lovers daily, making it a must-try for anyone in the area.
- Highlights:
- Flavorful Offerings: The intricate sauces blend garlic, Cajun spices, and citrus notes, creating a burst of flavor that elevates each dish. Many guests recommend trying the Full House sauce for a symphony of taste.
- Exceptional Service: Customer satisfaction shines through with attentive and friendly staff, ensuring your dining experience remains enjoyable from start to finish. Compliments to servers like Bennett are common, highlighting the restaurant's commitment to hospitality.
- Flexible Dining Options: With outdoor seating, delivery, takeout, and even catering services, Pirates Kitchen accommodates a variety of dining preferences. Families will appreciate the kid-friendly environment and vegetarian options, ensuring that everyone can find something to enjoy.
- Convenient Features: The restaurant boasts accessibility for all, offering wheelchair access and ample parking, while also ensuring a modern experience with QR code menus and available cryptocurrency payments.
From the moment you step in, the aroma of fresh seafood fills the air, inviting you to delve into a memorable feast. Despite some mixed reviews about flavor intensity, many patrons have left delighted by the freshness and quality of the dishes served. Pirates Kitchen doesn't just serve food; it creates an adventure—a chance to bond with friends, indulge in delectable flavors, and immerse oneself in the lively ambiance.
Whether you’re in for a casual brunch or a jubilant late-night dinner, Pirates Kitchen is truly a treasure waiting to be discovered. Plan your visit today and sail into a delightful culinary journey that proves seafood doesn't have to be boring—it's meant to be an exciting feast!
For reservations or inquiries, please contact them at (562) 202-9471 and set sail for an unforgettable dining experience!

This is my favorite spot for seafood boil. It just never misses. The servers are always welcoming when we come in and patient when we are ordering. Although this type of meal can leave the tables in a messy state, the servers still treat their customers so nicely and check up on us every now and then to make sure we are enjoying our food. This is a great place to enjoy some seafood and catch up with friends. They also provide gloves & bibs!

Food was great and servers were very attentive and constantly checked up on us throughout the meal to make sure everything was great, we come here often for their 2 pounds shrimp with head special and get the special sauce! It packs a punch so be ready to have your tastebuds be amazed, looking forward to trying other things on the menu.

First time coming here and really enjoyed it. They have 2lbs of shrimp for $20 which is a great special. My friend and I ate a pound each and shared some garlic fries. The service was great and fast. We really enjoyed this place and are looking forward to coming back. The vibes are great.

Just wanted to give bennett a huge shoutout! We came in Sunday night and he was such an amazing server. Like give this a man raise! lol very tentative and well mannered. The food was also very delicious! It is definitely my new favorite seafood boil to go to Will be coming back !

I wasn't sure what to expect considering all the other reviews about the food lacking flavor, but I'm glad I decided to check it out for myself. I got the $20 for 2 pounds shrimp special from 12-3pm, I got all in sauce with mild spice with potatoes and sausage. 10/10. Flavor is so good, they gave so much sauce to dip the shrimp in and it was so flavorful. The waitress was very kind from beginning to end and made sure we were taken care of. Don't trust the bad reviews and try this place out for yourself! (They are probably spoiled cry babies expecting a full on show and feast for 20 be real!!) Def worth the price, will be back.

Great service, quickly seated, not too busy for a Friday night! I was influenced and saw some reels and was excited to try. When you walk in, it smells amazing. But the flavor was very underwhelming. We were a party of 3 & we ordered the Pirates mix of flavor of 3 lbs shrimp, clams & king crab. The shrimps were a good size! Clams were small & you should only expect 3 legs for 1 King crab ($69) not worth the price imo. The flavor was very underwhelming if you like a more pastey, sweet flavor with your seafood I would suggest their house mix. But if you are more into buttery & garlic, just order butter garlic or else you'll be a bit disappointed. Maybe we should have asked to sample the flavor first before going all in but I think we would have been much more satisfied with butter garlic.

Calling all Shrimp Lovers! Please check out Pirate's Kitchen for their special deal. Opted for the 2lbs of shrimp(head-on) for $20 is the special they have going on right now. It lasts from 11:30am to 3:00pm. Very affordable! I chose the Full House sauce, which is a mix of garlic butter, Cajun, & lemon pepper at a Level 2 Medium & added half a pound of sausage. The shrimps were fresh & cooked to perfection. Their thick sauce was impressive. It was so delicious eating the shrimp with a bowl of rice. Service was great. Seemed a little short staffed when I had walked in. The theme of his restaurant is a pirate theme. This place is located in a busy plaza. Parking can be a little hard during the weekdays & weekends. Definitely returning for their 2 lbs shrimp deal! I wish they could make the deal ALL DAY!

I was very impressed with this place. My girlfriends decided to meet here for a late lunch. There were three of us and they told us we can sit anywhere. We came in on a weekday and there wasn't a wait but it was pretty busy. Before 2pm they had a special for 2 pounds of shrimp (head-on) for only $20. I got that with their sauce that included everything. I also added in corn and a half pound of sausage. Their sauce was really really good. I like that it was super flavorful and wasn't as oily as other seafood boil places that are similar. And the food came out piping hot which I appreciated. The shrimps tasted fresh and were pretty large. Even the corn and sausage they had was tasty. My girlfriend ordered us some calamari fried hard that were also good. My other friend ordered some wings which she enjoyed. Pirates Kitchen is currently my favorite seafood boil at the moment. Just too bad its a little far from me. The service was also excellent. The girl working was really nice and everything came out quick. I asked for extra gloves and she was more than happy to bring me some. Overall, it was a great experience and I would come back.