Guidebook for Long Beach
Food Scene
Starbucks
3390 E 7th StAmazing Breakfast. Cash Only. Get there early or prepare to wait... But, well worth it! Try the omelettes! (About 10 minute walk)
58 locals recommend
Coffee Cup Cafe
3734 E 4th StAmazing Breakfast. Cash Only. Get there early or prepare to wait... But, well worth it! Try the omelettes! (About 10 minute walk)
Typical American fare with hearty portions and SUPER close to the apartment (2 minute walk).
24 locals recommend
Eggs Etc
550 Redondo AveTypical American fare with hearty portions and SUPER close to the apartment (2 minute walk).
Artsy coffee shop next to Retro Row (antique and eclectic shopping).
67 locals recommend
Portfolio Coffeehouse LLC
2300 E 4th StArtsy coffee shop next to Retro Row (antique and eclectic shopping).
The Library A Coffee House
3418 E BroadwayVery hip coffee shop which is great place to hang out.
One of our absolute favorite restaurants.... a wonderful place for delicious Lebanese food. There's often a wait, but they provide beepers which allow you to browse nearby shops, or even get a drink from a neighboring bar.
In the heart of 2nd street with tons of other options and great people watching.
147 locals recommend
Open Sesame
5215 2nd StOne of our absolute favorite restaurants.... a wonderful place for delicious Lebanese food. There's often a wait, but they provide beepers which allow you to browse nearby shops, or even get a drink from a neighboring bar.
In the heart of 2nd street with tons of other options and great people watching.
If you are craving authentic Mexican, this is the place. The traditional Ensenada Style Fish Tacos are amazing!
Super close 3 to 4 Minute walk from the apartment...
27 locals recommend
Holé Molé
421 Obispo AveIf you are craving authentic Mexican, this is the place. The traditional Ensenada Style Fish Tacos are amazing!
Super close 3 to 4 Minute walk from the apartment...
Tasty, affordable, take-out Chinese with generous portions! One combo plate is usually enough for 2 people. I suggest coming at beginning of lunch or dinner hours for freshest selection. They will also cook to order with a 10-15 minute wait if you order a large enough quantity.
China Wok Express
4008 E 7th StTasty, affordable, take-out Chinese with generous portions! One combo plate is usually enough for 2 people. I suggest coming at beginning of lunch or dinner hours for freshest selection. They will also cook to order with a 10-15 minute wait if you order a large enough quantity.
Authentic, Outstanding Thai Food... and equally good Sushi! Delivery available from this location. They have a second location on Bellflower Blvd. which we prefer for eat-in since it has better parking and ambience
14 locals recommend
Aki Sushi Bar & Bai Plu Thai Restaurant
1626 E 7th StAuthentic, Outstanding Thai Food... and equally good Sushi! Delivery available from this location. They have a second location on Bellflower Blvd. which we prefer for eat-in since it has better parking and ambience
Bai Plu Thai & Sushi Bar
2119 N Bellflower BlvdSee sister restaurant review below
Open for breakfast and lunch against a backdrop of the marina. The bad news- Another local favorite that will likely require a decent wait... The good news- they serve amazing Bloody Marys while you are waiting. Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives
36 locals recommend
Schooner Or Later
241 N Marina DrOpen for breakfast and lunch against a backdrop of the marina. The bad news- Another local favorite that will likely require a decent wait... The good news- they serve amazing Bloody Marys while you are waiting. Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins, & Dives
Drinks & Nightlife
The Good Bar
3316 E 7th StLocal Dive Bar with Local Flare and Character
There are several upscale restaurants and nightclubs to enjoy on Pine Avenue and Broadway.
43 locals recommend
Downtown Core
There are several upscale restaurants and nightclubs to enjoy on Pine Avenue and Broadway.
Amazing views and ambiance. Be warned, service is disorganized and there are often long lines to order at the bars. Still worth enjoying the view of the marina.
116 locals recommend
Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach
110 N Marina DrAmazing views and ambiance. Be warned, service is disorganized and there are often long lines to order at the bars. Still worth enjoying the view of the marina.
Gorgeous historic bank that was converted to an upscale restaurant and bar.
81 locals recommend
The Federal Long Beach
Gorgeous historic bank that was converted to an upscale restaurant and bar.
East 2nd Street
2nd StreetTons of restaurants, shopping, bars, and restaurants
The go to spot for nightlife in a pinch... However, crowd tends to be young university age (early 20's) and can get rowdy after a few of the generously poured cocktails are consumed.
53 locals recommend
Panama Joe's
5100 2nd StThe go to spot for nightlife in a pinch... However, crowd tends to be young university age (early 20's) and can get rowdy after a few of the generously poured cocktails are consumed.
Asian Fusion with flare, ambiance, and excellent view from lounge during sunset. Dinner can be a bit pricey.
For best deals, come on Monday which has all night happy hour prices. Wednesdays are usually martini night!
45 locals recommend
Tantalum Restaurant
6272 Pacific Coast HwyAsian Fusion with flare, ambiance, and excellent view from lounge during sunset. Dinner can be a bit pricey.
For best deals, come on Monday which has all night happy hour prices. Wednesdays are usually martini night!
Located only a mile away from the apartment and at the foot of the Belmont Pier. Outdoor seating is great for sunset views.
102 locals recommend
Belmont Brewing
25 39th PlLocated only a mile away from the apartment and at the foot of the Belmont Pier. Outdoor seating is great for sunset views.
Sightseeing
The Queen Mary
1126 Queens HwyPanaromic Views of Long Beach, Huntington Beach, Palos Verdes Penninsula, and Catalina Island
73 locals recommend
Bluff Park
Panaromic Views of Long Beach, Huntington Beach, Palos Verdes Penninsula, and Catalina Island
One of the best places in Long Beach for dozens of restaurants, bars, and shopping. Great people watching! Short 5-minute drive or Uber ride.
236 locals recommend
Belmont Shore
One of the best places in Long Beach for dozens of restaurants, bars, and shopping. Great people watching! Short 5-minute drive or Uber ride.
Arts & Culture
Long Beach Museum of Art
2300 E Ocean BlvdMuseum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)
The largest university and host of may educational and cultural events! Located only about 2 miles from the apartment.
48 locals recommend
California State University Long Beach
The largest university and host of may educational and cultural events! Located only about 2 miles from the apartment.
Entertainment & Activities
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium WayWorld Class Aquarium
Movie Theater, Bookstore, Starbucks, Restaurants including Kamal Palace (Indian), and Tantalum (Asian Fusion with stunning views at sunset)...
6 locals recommend
Marina Pacifica
Movie Theater, Bookstore, Starbucks, Restaurants including Kamal Palace (Indian), and Tantalum (Asian Fusion with stunning views at sunset)...
Essentials
Smart & Final Extra!
644 Redondo Ave
Ralphs
2930 E 4th StOrange Coin Laundry Laundromat
646 Redondo AveLaundry mat convenient to apartment and next to grocery store.
Shopping
Located on the old site Historic Pike Amusement Park, this shopping area has movie theaters, restaurants, and shopping incorporates architecture that celebrates the amusement park heritage. There's also a Ferris Wheel and Comedy Club. Also a short walk from Shoreline Village & The Aquarium of the Pacific.
246 locals recommend
The Pike Outlets
95 S Pine AveLocated on the old site Historic Pike Amusement Park, this shopping area has movie theaters, restaurants, and shopping incorporates architecture that celebrates the amusement park heritage. There's also a Ferris Wheel and Comedy Club. Also a short walk from Shoreline Village & The Aquarium of the Pacific.
Local farmers market held on Wednesday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. This is about a 15-20 minute walk from the apartment.
Local Harvest Farmers Market
Appian WayLocal farmers market held on Wednesday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. This is about a 15-20 minute walk from the apartment.