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Outdoor Special Event space - The Reef, Long Beach, CA

The Reef

4.1 (1107)
$30 and under
Seafood
880 S. Harbor Scenic Dr, Long Beach, CA 90802

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
Host your next special event at The Reef, and create unforgettable memories with the beautiful Long Beach Harbor and city skyline as your backdrop.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (562) 435-8013
  • Website
    https://www.reefrestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    The Reef is proud to partner with SRC Event Group, one of southern California’s leading event production companies. SRC Event Group specializes in custom catering menus, detailed coordination and innovative design services for off-site corporate and social events. Please contact events@srcmail.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Offering unparalleled waterfront views of downtown Long Beach, The Reef is the ideal location for your next event. Our beautiful event rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic waterfront views. Whether you're hosting a large event or an intimate reception, we have the space for you.
  • Location
    880 S. Harbor Scenic Dr, Long Beach, CA 90802
  • Neighborhood
    Long Beach
  • Cross street
    Harbor Plaza
  • Parking details
    The Reef offers complimentary valet parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,107 people are saying

The Reef reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.0Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 2.8Value

Noise • Moderate

1,107 Reviews

  1. Kathy

    San Diego14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 28, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food variety was good however, not many Thanksgiving items. No green bean casserole and the stuffings lacked flavor. The fried chicken was all dark meat. The service was very slow getting our drinks and refills. No drawn butter for crab. It was upon request and took forever to come. My daughter was ID'd long after she already had ordered a bloody Mary at the bar and had champagne served to her. The server was very rude to ask her again for her ID.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 28, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I love the Reef but I didn’t like eating on a patio table indoors. It was very wobbly. Otherwise, my family and I enjoyed brunch. Our always, go to spot and we are never disappointed.

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  3. BrigetteP

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on November 28, 2019

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My family and I have been attending the Reef for Thanksgiving and Christmas for over 10 yrs now, I have to say I was very disappointed in the food, it was very cold, the selection was blah and the service was short. We had to wait for drinks, napkins, etc. The morning was raining and cold, we were all left out side until after 10am - You open at 10am there were elderly people waiting out side in the rain and cold... for me this was unacceptable. I wont be joining the Reef for Christmas this year, sadly due to the service provided. We paid over $387.00 for 5 adults and 1 child and the food was the same as every weekend. BIG disappointment.
    The ReefResponded on December 7, 2019
    Hi Brigette, We appreciate your review and we will be sharing with our team to better improve ourselves. We strive for perfection especially on our holidays and apologize that we fell short in making your holiday extra special. Thank you, - The Reef Management Team

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  4. JoannaL

    Los Angeles1 review

    3.0

    Dined on November 24, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Maybe to other people who like certain things that were served their but I didn’t eat really anything from there.

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  5. SplishSplash

    San Francisco Bay Area69 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 24, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Make sure you come here hungry for the brunch buffet. They have a lot of options to choose from

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  6. Tayeating2good

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 18, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Reef is a very expansive and beautiful. It's so much bigger than expected. Food is excellent. I only gave them a 4 in food because I ordered a hawaiian ribeye yet it didn't taste hawaiian like. It had a grilled pineapple and the steak itself was really good but the hawaiian taste was missing.

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  7. TheresaS

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on November 17, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed it our first time we usually go to Castaways thought we’d try this for our 35th wedding anniversary. I thought it was going to be special being they asked when I made reservations but it wasn’t.

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  8. Kathe

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on November 17, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we loved it at The Reef! The sunset view across the bay to Downtown LBC is spectacular! Our meals were delicious and presented so beautifully! I enjoyed Chilean Sea Bass, while my husband had shrimp and scallop pineapple fried rice (served in a halved pineapple). The staff was professional and attentive. We may have found our new "special date night" place!

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  9. JenniferB

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on November 12, 2019

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Social media for the Reef suggests that you can have drinks by the fire with a view of the water. But that's only true if banquet room is not booked. The other patio option does not have any heating. They want you to stay inside and have a "dinner". If that the case do not offer a table on the water for happy hour.

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  10. GwenC

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on November 10, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It was nice to celebrate my birthday brunch at The Reef..My family & friends at been there prior but it was my 1st time. Augie ( wait staff ) made my experience lively and fun..

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The Reef is rated 4.1 stars by 1107 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Google Map for The Reef

880 S. Harbor Scenic Dr, Long Beach, CA 90802

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harbor Plaza
  • Neighborhood
    Long Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The Reef offers complimentary valet parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.reefrestaurant.com/
  • Phone number
    (562) 435-8013
  • Catering
    The Reef is proud to partner with SRC Event Group, one of southern California’s leading event production companies. SRC Event Group specializes in custom catering menus, detailed coordination and innovative design services for off-site corporate and social events. Please contact events@srcmail.com for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    Offering unparalleled waterfront views of downtown Long Beach, The Reef is the ideal location for your next event. Our beautiful event rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and panoramic waterfront views. Whether you're hosting a large event or an intimate reception, we have the space for you.
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