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Supervisor Film Crew *
Wharfinger Division - Filming & Photography Permits, Port of Los Angeles
425 S. Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90731
310.732.3810 - Main phone 1
310.732.0430 - Media phone 2
[email protected]
https://permits.portoflosangeles.org/application-type


Nyla Olsen *
Owner, Chowder Barge - Floating Cafe
310.528.9299 phone 1
[email protected]


* key contact

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Permit Information
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Keywords: Beachfront; Boat Docks / Ramps; Coastal; Fireplaces; Patios / Alfresco / Sidewalk

Site Condition: Built in 1934 as a support vessel for "Mutiny On The Bounty", the Chowder Barge had been in the Panter family for the last 40 years. To keep it A'float, it was hauled out in 1974 and ferro cemented. Then in late 1988 it was outsted from West 7th Street Landing & Marina for the Port Of Long Beach expansion. Come read the articles and see old photos of this unique historical floating restaurant.

General Notes: submitted by: Nyla Olsen / Updated 6/12/24 J.Jackson

Usage Restriction: Must also get permission and work with marina owner and Port of LA if location is chosen. The Chowder Barge is located on water.

Jurisdictions: FILMLA / LOS ANGELES FILM OFFICE - FLICS, Los Angeles City

Within 30-Mile Studio Zone: Y

State Property: N

Closed/Vacant: N

Location Details

Chowder Barge - Floating Cafe

United States / Wilmington, California
Location ID: #10148627

LA's only floating restaurant located in the Port of Los Angeles. The barge is a fully functioning sit-down diner with a quirky/funky vibe. Lots of nautical decor, old, wide-beam hardwood floors, rust colored mid-century booths and windows all around showcase the marina setting. A vintage hanging fireplace adds an amber glow to the already cozy atmosphere.

Location Category:

  • BARS / NIGHT CLUBS - *;
  • BARS / NIGHT CLUBS - Waterfront;
  • RESTAURANTS - *;
  • RESTAURANTS - 50s Diners;
  • RESTAURANTS - CafĂ©;
  • RESTAURANTS - Waterfront;
  • WATER & COASTAL AREAS - *;
  • WATER & COASTAL AREAS - Commercial Ports / Harbors / Piers
 
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