Category Archives: Food & Drink

The culinary scene in Long Beach is certainly not what it was ten years ago—and that’s a great thing. Quality and creativity have forced gastronomy-centric businesses to up their game in a way that has entirely altered the way our city looks at food and drinks.

Ice Cream

Long Beach Creamery 4141 Long Beach Blvd. 562-513-3493 longbeachcreamery.com Reigning ice cream queen Dina Amadril keeps her crown another year—no surprise. Long Beach Creamery, Amadril’s local frozen empire scoops out delightfuly unique flavors such as Cashew Fennel Chip, Midnight Oolong and Saltine Dream. Check out the lastest flavors of the season on social media. Top […]

Happy Hour

Lola’s Mexican Cuisine 4140 Atlantic Ave. & 2030 E. 4th St. 562-349-0100 lolasmexicancuisine.com Offering the happiest of happy hours, plus an even better deal on Taco Tuesdays, our readers rely on Lola’s Mexican Cuisine for special offers on high-quality cuisine and cocktails. Established in 2007, the family-owned business offers the perfect blend of traditional and […]

Food Truck

Kogi Korean BBQ 323-315-0253 kogibbq.com Can we taco ‘bout how this Korean-taco-hybrid food truck is revolutionizing the scene?! With humble beginnings, Kogi has been shaking up foodie expectations in Long Beach since 2008. The company is committed to its community and customers, pushing the boundaries of flavor while staying true to its roots. Top 5 […]

Falafel

George’s Greek Cafe 135 Pine Ave. & 5316 E. 2nd St. 562-437-1184 georgesgreekcafe.com Opa! George’s is a little piece of Greece in Southern California with our readers favoring its falafel above all the rest. George’s follows family recipes passed down for generations, plus fine imported ingredients such as cold pressed extra virgin olive oil from […]

Donut Shop

Simone’s Donuts 6400 E. Stearns St., Long Beach, CA 90815 562-493-4104 This 24-hour carb-n-sugar staple of Long Beach is located in a piece of East Long Beach mall strip heaven. Neighbors have been frequenting the donuttery for well over a decade, and they know to put at least a few blueberry cake donuts into every […]

Bar

The Silver Fox 411 Redondo Ave. 562-439-6334 silverfoxlongbeach.com Founded in 1981 and only getting better with age, The Silver Fox is one of the most popular nightclubs in Long Beach. Housed within a timeless Art Deco facade, the modern venue is home to a large selection of spirited cocktails and regular live entertainment in an […]

Dessert

Long Beach Creamery 4141 Long Beach Blvd. & 222 E. Broadway 562-513-3493 longbeachcreamery.com Not only does it rank as the Best Ice Cream in town, but Long Beach Creamery’s owner Dina Amadril also now wears the Best Dessert Spot crown. The local business has the scoop on frozen treats, with delightfuly unique flavors such as […]

Deli

Santa Fe Importers 1401 Santa Fe Ave. 562-437-7775 santafeimporters.com Santa Fe Importers has done it again! This local business for more than 75 years serves up a taste of Italy with mouthwatering rigatoni and meatballs and delectable Italian-style specials. They hit the mark every time, bringing amore in every bite—it’s no wonder why customers keep […]

Comfort Food

Jongewaard’s Bake n Broil 3697 Atlantic Ave. 562-595-0396 thebakenbroil.com Since 1965, this family-owned American classic in Bixby Knolls has been a local favorite worth the wait in line during peak hours. For comfort food, we recommend the pot roast sandwich, or, if you’re lucky, the chicken pot pie “while they last,” warns the menu. Be […]

Coffee / Tea Shop

Aroma Di Roma 4708 E. 2nd St. & 444 W. Ocean Blvd. Suite 110 562-439-7662 aromadiroma.com Long Beach native Tim Terrell opened Aroma Di Roma—which means the flavor or taste of Rome—in 2003, specializing in Italian food, coffee and gelato. Served in a hip, modern atmosphere, the food and drinks are delicious and made with […]