Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Long Beach / Catalina

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Nick's on 2nd

4.9

4.9 (2601)

$30 and under

American

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Classic American comfort food, crave-able bar snacks, plus unique cocktails & an extensive wine list in an upscale yet casual environment. Our intimate restaurant features a chic island bar, walls of glass and a spacious covered patio, perfect for people watching. Our exhibition kitchen highlights the talents of our passionate culinary team.

Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.

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Janelle

Dined 3 days ago

Nick’s on 2nd has always been good to us. We always get what we expect in terms of quality service and food. The dining area and restrooms are always clean and well-stocked. The management is present and assists their team on the floor. I appreciate the menu specials for a bit of a change because I like variety but I do respect that if its not broken don't fix it.

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Popular dish

The Prime Rib Dip

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Cake

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Warm Butter Cake

Thai District

4.9

4.9 (688)

$30 and under

Thai

Long Beach

About the restaurant

First and only in Downtown Long Beach Modern Thai, very authentic in taste and ingredients. Features northern style, street food in a hip and modern decor.

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Ericvip

Dined 2 days ago

The food is always as expected, outstanding! The service is always consistent and the prices fair.

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Green Curry

Broken Spirits Distillery

4.8

4.8 (35)

$30 and under

Barbecue

Long Beach

About the restaurant

We are Broken Spirits, a distillery born from a love of forgotten recipes and the desire to create something new from the echoes of the past. Step through our unassuming door and be transported to a bygone era. Our speakeasy-inspired interior is a warm embrace of exposed brick, plush seating, and the gentle hum of conversation. Worn leather-bound recipe books line our shelves, whispering secrets of forgotten cocktails, while vintage lamps cast a romantic glow. Our culinary creations are chef driven and locally sourced. Join us for a meal and stay for a memory.

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Desiree

Dined 6 days ago

Great food, great cocktails, and great service! The food and cocktails are priced really well but that doesn’t mean it is lacking in quality and flavor. Parking was super easy as the restaurant is right next to a parking garage. Celeste did an amazing job and was great! She even threw in 2 lemon drops which is my favorite! We will definitely be back!!

Queensview Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (1662)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Queensview Steakhouse, located on the third floor of Parkers' Lighthouse, is open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings from 5-9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday evenings from 5-10 p.m.

The Queensview Steakhouse serves upscale Southern California cuisine and features Prime steaks, chops, lobster, and fresh grilled seafood.

Listen to the sounds of local jazz artists --nightly-- This venue offers a 360 degree view and is arguably one of the most romantic rooms in Southern California.

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Cathy

Dined 3 days ago

Everything was excellent! All the staff were wonderful. Our view was so pretty. Only thing is the table of men next to us were really loud and some of their conversation was in appropriate for such a nice restaurant but that is no reflection on the restaurant. We had an amazing time. Thankyou Cathy Pierno Redd and Mark Redd

Heritage

4.8

4.8 (685)

$50 and over

Californian

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Heritage is family owned and operated by Chef Philip Pretty and sister Lauren Pretty. Our lively indoor dining room was built in 1922 as a craftsman house. Walk inside to an open kitchen, request bar seating to watch us cook over a live fire Santa Maria grill. Located in the Rose Park neighborhood of Long Beach on the corner of 7th & Saint Louis Ave. Heritage Restaurant uses sustainable meat & seafood, and Farmers Market produce. Growing our own produce at Heritage Farm right up the street. Certified blue, green, and maintain a zero-waste kitchen. One red and green star Michelin awarded. We serve a tasting menu only. We politely decline modifications. Please specify all dietary restrictions/allergies when booking your reservation. Our menu is seasonal, and subject to daily changes.

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Trevor

Dined 1 day ago

Great dining experience. Very intimate setting and a great vibe, and the food was incredible. The service was great as well.

J. Trani's Ristorante

4.8

4.8 (781)

$31 to $50

Italian

San Pedro

About the restaurant

On a typical Friday night at J. Trani's Ristorante, a visit to the dining room reveals a host of family and friends and the bar is bustling with a crowd that can only be described as enthusiastic.

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Alexvip

Dined 4 days ago

Exceptional experience and service / we enjoyed our time at the restaurant.

Sushi Nikkei - Bixby Knolls

4.8

4.8 (153)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Chef Eduardo Chang Ogata brings Peruvian flavors and elements to traditional Japanese Sushi. Sushi Nikkei on Bixby Knolls received Michelin plate on 2022 and 2023.

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Roberta

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious food....we'll definitely be going again.

CaliChilli

4.8

4.8 (373)

$31 to $50

Indian

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Chef Mural Manjunath has received four consecutive Michelin stars for his modern take on Indian cuisine. He took an innovative approach by blending traditional Indian flavors with Southeast Asian cuisine to deliver a truly unique experience. At Cali Chilli, we hope to bring you a similar experience through an Indian twist on traditional American dishes.
Located across Heartwell Park in Viking Way, a few blocks from Carson & Bellflower Blvd Cali Chilli boasts intimate and cozy seating, and some outdoor seating to enjoy the weather, perfect for any occasion.
Butter Chicken Pot Pie, Chef Mural's take on traditional Butter Chicken, Vindaloo, Chef's Signature cut filet mignon are among the favorites.

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Jacquie

Dined 3 days ago

If you're in the mood for unique and delightful Indian cuisine this is your place! The ambience, service, food and drink are one of a kind. Enjoy this experience!

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Butter Chicken Pot Pie

Gaslamp - Music + Bar + Kitchen

4.8

4.8 (566)

$30 and under

American

Long Beach

About the restaurant

IF YOU CAN'T FIND A TABLE HERE...PLEASE CALL THE VENUE DIRECTLY! (562)596-4718...

LONG BEACH'S PREMIER LIVE MUSIC VENUE and RESTAURANT
THURSDAY - COUNTRY NIGHT with LINE DANCING
FRIDAY - 80's with KNYGHT RYDER
SATURDAY - CONCERTS featuring the TOP TRIBUTE BANDS and TOURING NATIONAL ACTS
SUNDAY - BRUNCH with LIVE MUSIC

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Rodney

Dined 4 days ago

Staff was amazing. Service and food was incredible.

555 East

4.8

4.8 (6412)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Long Beach

About the restaurant

With an ambiance from yesteryear, an award-winning wine list and a menu built around hand-cut and dry-aged steak, 555 East has been one of Southern California’s most talked about steakhouses since 1984. Discover the flagship American steakhouse in Long Beach that makes any occasion special. Private dining capabilities also available.

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Dave

Dined 2 days ago

The food and service was amazing!! Robert, our server exceptional. Well worth the drive from Orange County.

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