On the half shell

> A new oyster bar in Echo Park is serving seafood towers bedecked with Peruvian ceviche and uni-and-caviar wonton crackers, along with wines by the glass and bottle, plus dishes such as mussels or clams in coconut curry or white wine, lobster rolls, fish and chips, chowder and lobster mac and cheese; weekend-only brunch options include shrimp frittatas and salmon Benedicts. The Lonely Oyster, from Don Andes (Little Joy), features indoor and patio seating as well as a bar with sea- and tropical-inspired cocktails. It’s open 5 p.m. to midnight Monday through Friday and noon to midnight Saturday and Sunday; on Monday only the raw-bar menu is served. 1320 Echo Park Ave., (213) 221-7615, lonelyoyster.com