Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Long Beach / Catalina

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining in Long Beach / Catalina? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Tarantella on 4th

4.9

4.9 (44)

$30 and under

Italian

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Experience the taste of Italy at Tarantella on 4th, your go-to spot for authentic Italian cuisine.

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Michael

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

A Hidden Gem on Retro Row Tucked away in Long Beach’s Retro Row, this unassuming restaurant surprises from the moment you step inside. A walk through a twinkle-lit hallway alongside a windowed kitchen creates the feeling of being transported onto a movie set—magical, intimate, and completely unexpected. Out back: a cozy patio where a live saxophonist sets the mood with smooth melodies under the sky. The service is quick, personal, and incredibly warm—making you feel like a welcome guest. The food is outstanding—full of flavor, and beautifully presented. The wine list is well-curated, and dessert is delicious. From start to finish, this place offers a truly memorable dining experience. A must-visit in Long Beach.

The Eldo

4.8

4.8 (1095)

$30 and under

American

Long Beach

About the restaurant

welcome to the Eldo
Located proudly in the heart of Long Beach City, the Eldo - formerly known as the Eldorado - has been a staple in the LBC restaurant community since 1957.
Owned by South African native Trevor Nettmann since 2012 - the Eldo has been restored to its fullest potential & now boasts an eclectic menu of both American // South African fare.
With a sole focus on serving the highest quality food + craft cocktails & locally brewed craft beer - is passionate about cultivating both a local // international menu with an equally captivating atmosphere for each guest.
We would love for you to join us.
Cheers - the Eldo

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thavy

Dined 2 days ago

Food and staff was amazing. First time dining there to get some birthday dinner for my son’s birthday. Will definitely be coming back with my wife to enjoy the food and bar.

Marlena

4.8

4.8 (193)

$31 to $50

Italian

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Driven by Seasonality + Local Ingredients – Our kitchen artfully balances Italian + Mediterranean culinary traditions with unexpected wood-fired flavors meant to transport your senses.

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ReneeVIP

Dined 7 days ago

Our family went for Father’s Day, the food was delicious from the burger to the lemon ricotta pancakes.

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Experience

Dinner :9+ Guests Prix Fixe Menu $95 per person

Experience

Weekend Brunch 9+ Guests $45 per person

The Crab Pot Restaurant & Bar-Long Beach

4.7

4.7 (256)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Long Beach

About the restaurant

The Crab Pot Restaurant & Bar is a fun and casual restaurant specializing in delicious seafood. What makes this particular restaurant famous is its incredible Seafeast. There are five different varieties of Seafeasts but they all have one thing in common: giant steamed buckets of seafood that are dumped directly onto the table. The most popular is The Alaskan which comes with King crab, Snow crab, Dungeness crab, steamed clams, shrimp, Pacific mussels, andouille sausage, red potatoes and corn on the cob. For those looking for a more traditional entrée, the Crab Pot has a wide variety of options. The rest of the menu is made up of fried seafood, grilled seafood, chicken, burgers and sandwiches. While the seafood options are delicious, there are plenty of beef and chicken dishes as well like the colossal bacon cheeseburger and grilled chicken with seasonal vegetables.

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Rebecca

Dined 3 days ago

Alexa our server provided outstanding customer service.

San Pedro Fish Market Long Beach

4.6

4.6 (1518)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Long Beach

About the restaurant

This new location is over 10,000 sq feet with seating for over 400, located right on the Alamitos Bay marina with stunning sunset views! Enjoy fresh seafood to take home or have it prepared on site as one the Fish Market’s World Famous Seafood Trays! Located right off of PCH and 2nd Street near Naples and Belmont Shores, we are centrally located and freeway friendly making your visit an easy find!

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Michael

Dined 7 days ago

Always great food and amazing service ! love coming here

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Liv's - Seafood & Oyster bar

4.4

4.4 (95)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Liv’s concept was created with the intention of bringing Long Beach the freshest ingredients using locally sourced seafood whenever possible. Our goal is to work together with local winemakers, fishermen, and farmers to create a community of transparency and creativity here at Liv’s for everyone to enjoy!

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Angelica

Dined on May 19, 2025

Such great quality seafood and the BEST Caesar salad! Highly recommend this cute nice-casual hip spot! Also, the chef was so nice and welcoming!

Broken Spirits Distillery

4.3

4.3 (61)

$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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Jessica

Dined on May 3, 2025

I love this place! They have great happy hour and their food is delicious!

Acapulco - Marina Pacific

4.2

4.2 (470)

$30 and under

Mexican

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Serving up an "Everyday Escape" for our guests since 1960!

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angie

Dined on May 25, 2025

It was a very nice brunch, we got there when they taking the food away.. we still managed to get some .. it was my daughter birthday. She enjoyed her brunch.. Next time we come Earlier to enjoy the food..

Fuego - Maya Hotel

4.1

4.1 (2143)

$31 to $50

Mexican

Long Beach

About the restaurant

At the heart of our culinary philosophy is an unwavering commitment to make every meal an extraordinary experience. Fuego-which is Spanish for fire-is a spirited celebration of the coastal cuisines of Mexico, Latin America and South America.

With a vibrantly colored indoor-outdoor dining room overlooking panoramic views of downtown Long Beach and the historic Queen Mary, Fuego is an amazing restaurant in Long Beach CA that specializes in mariscos (fresh seafood). Also featured is a generous array of antojitos (appetizers), as well as tacos, tortas and entrées.

The bar serves premium tequilas-the largest selection in the region-that may be sampled at the bar along with handcrafted margaritas and other signature cocktails.

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HeatherVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Loved all of it including the food, ambiance and service!

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Gladstone's Long Beach

3.7

3.7 (2277)

$30 and under

Seafood

Long Beach

About the restaurant

Enjoy spectacular food and beautiful views from our Outdoor Patio overlooking the Long Beach Harbor, Indoor Bar and Lounge, Large Dining Area & Private Catalina Room.

Our diverse menu includes large portions of Fresh Seafood, Grilled Steaks, Healthy Salads, Fresh Sushi, Decadent Desserts and much more.

We are the perfect walking distance from the Long Beach Convention Center and Downtown Hotels, making us a destination spot for tourist to enjoy views of the Lighthouse and Queen Mary. We also cater to locals with a fabulous Happy Hour and Daily Specials...
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Muqtadir

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

This was the first time at Gladstone’s here in Long Beach, I had great and wonderful time

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