I ordered takeout from A & J Seafood Shack and got the Spicy Garlic Shrimp Plate. The shrimp was very flavorful, and I'd definitely recommend getting it spicy if you like a little extra kick. Everything was easy to eat, filling, and packed well for takeout. I could definitely see myself ordering from A & J Seafood Shack again. read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Garlic Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

We order from A&J's often--almost every week at this point--which is why this experience was so disappointing. Unfortunately, one employee, Marisol, consistently provides poor customer service. She comes across as combative, takes no accountability for mistakes, and makes resolving simple issues unnecessarily difficult. My daughter called in our usual order for pickup. When she arrived, she immediately noticed something was wrong because the total was much lower than expected. When she politely brought it to Marisol's attention, instead of acknowledging that there may have been a mistake, Marisol insisted the order had never been placed that way. She then asked my daughter if she wanted to order the missing item while she was already there to pick up her food, which would require waiting another 15 minutes. Since the delay was the result of an incorrect order, my daughter asked if she could at least receive fresh fries while waiting. Marisol told her she would have to pay extra for fresh fries. Marisol also claimed that she had repeated the order back over the phone when it was originally placed. That simply isn't true. She rushed my daughter off the phone, saying she'd see her in 15 minutes, without reviewing the order. We've continued to support A&J's because the food is consistently excellent, but experiences like this make it harder to keep coming back. Great food can only go so far when customers are made to feel dismissed instead of valued. I hope management takes this feedback seriously and provides additional customer service training so loyal customers receive the experience they deserve. read more

what a cute lil shack! they also have a couple of benches to eat at, but very limited parking. we got lucky someone left the small plaza as we got there. we ordered a bunch of goodies, we heard this place was poppin' and we're RARELY in Long Beach, so we wanted to make the best of the visit (and mind you, we weren't even super hungry) garlic shrimp: very very flavorful, I don't know the exact term but it had the same bite in the back of your mouth when you eat a little too much sweet chili sauce, in a good way. this was like #2 on their top dishes so we figured why not, they also give a LOT of rice. and this came with cute slices of pineapple and lemon. beef stick rice: we ordered everything else and asked for a recommendation of another dish and the lady said to get this. very tender, also flavorful. Since we had smaller appetites, this was basically finished before we left to get back home. seafood chowder: holy moly, I mean the cheese being shredded (chef's kiss emoji), imitation crab, green onions, shrimp, potato, this was so rich and creamy. we regretted only getting a cup but it was also just enough due to the richness (and our lactose intolerant tummies). vietnamese coffee: well I didn't know it was going to come in a cup as big as one's bladder, but this (as one knows about Vietnamese coffee) packed the punch in your throat by the first sip. I felt like I got flashbanged in the gulag. the flavor was also delicious, can't go wrong - but maybe let the ice melt before you try chugging it. read more

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This place is a tiny shack that can easily be overlooked by passerby but definitely worth a stop. The beef skewers were tender and had a nice balance of char and lemongrass flavors. The spring rolls were fresh and delicious. They have a couple of picnic tables but it's mainly intended as place for street food/takeout. read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

Great place for fresh seafood and Cambodian food. The beef stick rice, garlic shrimp and crispy salmon were freshly cooked, high quality and they all tasted so delicious. The staff were friendly and helpful with recommendations. The ambiance is consistent of a shack with only a few outdoor tables and seatings. Get here early for the few available parking spots. Otherwise, street parking are available too. read more

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The garlic shrimp is a stand out dish. Most of the garlic flavor comes from the rich sauce. There is not a lot of chopped garlic bits coating the shrimp if that is what you prefer. I found this fine. The sauce is generously poured on and soaked up by the rice, giving the rice much needed flavor and taste balance. A lemon wedge and several slices of pineapple are included to give the dish its tropical taste. There is some outdoor covered seating around the shack but you are generally facing the small parking lot. Good place to grab a quick bite but I saw most get their orders to go. read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Garlic Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

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The food was absolutely delicious and 100% worth the hype. Everything we tried was packed with flavor, but I'm still thinking about the garlic shrimp... seriously THAT good. Perfectly cooked, super flavorful, and just one of those dishes you keep craving after you leave. The whole experience lived up to what everyone says--great food, great vibes, and definitely a spot I'll be coming back to when I'm in Long Beach again. read more

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Last time I was here I had the fried rice which was phenomenal! I was tempted to get it again today but I wanted to try something different. I opted for stir fried noodles with no sausage and the salt and pepper wings. They were packaged nicely for transporting home but I had to take a quick bite before the ride home. The noodles were delicious and chicken was nice and tender. The wings were crispy and tasted great even without dipping it in the accompanying sauce on the side. The lady at the window was super friendly and answered my questions. Small outdoor patio is nice and casual on a beautiful day like today. Definitely a hidden gem of the city! Drive by too fast you'll miss it! read more

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A&J Seafood Shack is a very popular shack in LB featuring seafood. You could get cajun-style seafood boils and their pricing on snow crab is fair. They also do Hawaiian style shrimp plates, which has peeled shrimp with sweet and sour sauce over rice. Our favorite thing of the night were their lemongrass beef skewers over rice, which were deliciously addictive. Their fusion of Hawaiian, Cajun, and Cambodian flavors brings something unique to the table. I like that I can get it delivered via Doordash without a crazy markup, which saves me a lot of time. read more

This little gem in Long Beach is a great spot to grab some great food! It's a very small building and there are a few seats outside or you may need to eat in your car but it's worth it! Items to order - the giant fried squid , egg rolls , salt and pepper wings and the seafood chowder! read more

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Ah this garlic shrimp was sooo good! I loved the heafty amount of rice it comes with and the sweet slices of pineapple too. I've passed by this place so many times and honestly tried it when I saw this place listed by Infatuation. And I'm very happy I gave this place a try. The service was relatively fast and I think the price for this large plate is very reasonable. Truly a shack in the corner so very chill vibes. Everything looks good on the menu but I can for sure say the garlic shrimp is packed with flavor. I need to try other dishes from here frfr read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Garlic Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

One of the best seafood spots I've eaten at in Long Beach! My girlfriend and I ordered the crispy salmon, garlic shrimp and lobster, and all dishes were absolutely worth it. We placed a pickup order, and it was ready quickly, which was a nice bonus. The seafood tasted incredibly fresh and well-seasoned. The garlic shrimp, crispy salmon, in particular, stood out, it was easily one of the crispiest salmon and season shrimp I've ever had. I also loved that it came with a dip and a side salad, which complemented the dish perfectly. The prices are great for the quality you get, and the outdoor seating area has a nice, breezy vibe. I'd definitely recommend this spot to anyone looking for delicious seafood! read more

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My friends and I came here after a day at Anime Los Angeles. There's only outdoor seating so you're going to have to eat in your car or sneak into the nearby McDonald's if it's super windy and cold outside. The food came out decently quickly enough and we hauled ass to run away from the cold afterwards. Unfortunately, a lot of the more unique things that we wanted to order off of the menu was sold out, so that was a bit disappointing. We got the: 1) Fried Whole Squid: -Always see these offered at night markets and you don't usually see it offered at restaurants so we ordered this. Comes with lime and their house sauces. -Tentacles were hard and chewy. Overall this was a bit too dry and chewy even with the sauces. Not like the quality fried squid that I've had elsewhere with the moister meat on the inside. 2) Beef sticks on rice: -Comes with 2 large skewers with lemon grass marinated grilled beef served with steamed rice, pickled papaya, and garnished with cilantro and green onion. -Probably the best of what we ordered. Moist and deliciously sauced beef. Went great with the rice. Pickled papaya was a unique addition to it too. 3) Stir Fried noodles: -Flat rice noodles tossed with chicken, shrimp, Chinese sausage, eggs, onions, Chinese broccoli and carrots. -It was more veggies than anything. Not that many noodles and the meat was all dry outside of the Chinese sausage. I took some bites of this and was done. Took the rest back to feed my dad who had to cook extra protein to go with this. 4) Spring Rolls: -Made with mint, lettuce, shrimp, pork belly, cucumber and bean sprout with all of the sauces. -The most disappointing of everything that we ordered. -All the meat inside was super dry, making the entire spring roll even drier than it already was, even with dousing it with sauce. Literally you can get better spring rolls at BMC. That's bad. 5) Thai Tea: -Decent fast food level Thai tea. Sweet pick me up if you need it. All we wanted was to try the Khmer sausage but completely sold out for the night. Food was mid and a bit disappointing to all of us to the point where we ordered extra McD's where we were camping in. read more

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I ordered the Grilled Beef sticks, and honestly, it was very nostalgic for me as this is a Cambodian Cuisine Staple. The service was quick, we called to order about 15 mins before arriving and it was ready when we got there to order takeout. It is a tiny shack located in Long Beach with a small lot, very cute spot and not very big. I want to come and support their business more, they seem like a very sweet small business. read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

This place is a literal shack. No indoor seating but the food is cooked with so much flavor. You walk up to the window where you are greeted and they take your order. Menu is pretty straight forward. They have a decent sized patio you can eat at. I'll definitely be back read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

Whenever I'm in the mood for seriously good fast food one of my top go to restaurant spots always includes A & J Seafood Shack. Located on a busy street in downtown Long Beach with off street parking and very limited on site parking. A true mom and pop with owners who make consistently good food, food soo tasty and I come back again and again as a customer over 12 years. Today's order is very much the same as the last I want and have been craving garlic shrimp and salt and pepper fried chicken. It's a hot day in California I need this food and a visit to the beach after to walk off the calories. My order. Garlic Shrimp Seasoned to perfection sautéed with garlic herbs and spices with a nice spicy kick served with steamed rice pickled cabbage & papaya salad it's very good. 10/10 in my opinion. Salt & Pepper Wings Seasoned lightly and fried crispy with a crunch that makes me want more tossed with shallots and sliced jalapeños and sweet chili sauce. I order extra shallots and jalapeno peppers it's that good. 10/10 Be sure to ask them to fry your wings extra crispy golden brown. I highly recommend you visit they have much more seafood on the menu the stir fry crab and lobster is absolutely amazing. Just me Shawn C. See my previous reviews for more details and context about the food from A & J Seafood Shack. read more

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What We Ordered: -Grilled Beef Sticks $16.00 -Garlic Shrimp $16.00 We ordered two of their most popular dishes. I tried the garlic shrimp, and while I enjoy garlic, I found the sauce a bit too sweet and garlicky for my taste. My wife, who doesn't like shrimp, actually loved the sauce and finished it with the rice. I also tried the grilled beef sticks, which were excellent, and I would definitely order them again, perhaps as a sandwich next time. Overall, I would be open to trying other dishes if we return, but I wouldn't order the garlic shrimp again. read more

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I found this place on Yelp while I was in the area and based on the reviews I wanted to give it a try. I was the first person to order this day and the girl that helped me was super friendly and efficient. I ordered their garlic shrimp plate because others have mentioned it's like the ones in Hawaii. It is not. It's is 'ok' but the shrimp was rubbery and although it had a lot of garlic flavor it was missing something so it felt very flat, even the lemon couldn't help it. Glad I got to try it but not worth coming back for a second time. It's a cute shack with some tables outside. Very small and weird shaped shared parking lot. read more

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A&J Seafood Shack is such a charming little spot. It's tucked in a small plaza, so parking can be a bit tight, but once you're there, you'll see why it's worth the stop. It's mostly a grab and go type of place, though they do have a few seats outside if you want to stay and enjoy. I tried the garlic shrimp and beef skewer, both were delicious, flavorful, and filling. I even had leftovers to enjoy the next day. The staff was fast, friendly, and professional, which made the experience even better. Overall, a great visit. I'm already looking forward to coming back to try the crispy salmon! read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

Ordered the garlic shrimp plate and the beef stick sandwich. Garlic shrimp 3/5 I ate it as soon as it came out and I wish the shrimp was crispier. The sauce was decent and had lots of garlic which I liked. I wish there was more sauce on the meal and rice. Overall, decent dish but not as memorable compared to other places that serve garlic shrimp. Beef stick sandwich 4/5 Lovely sandwich, it is pretty much a banh mi sandwich but with beef stick as the meat. The beef stick had a lot of amazing flavor and was the star of the sandwich. Taste was unique and tasty sandwich overall. I would definitely get the beef stick sandwich again! read more

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The food was great and tasted delicious and loved that everything was made Fresh! We will definitely be coming back soon to try out all their dishes Service was also great! read more

First time trying A&J Seafood Shack after seeing rave reviews about the beef stick sandwich. I was impressed! The place truly is a little shack in Long Beach. I picked up lunch on a weekday. I will say that despite nobody in front of me, my food took quite a while. Got the sandwich, a shrimp plate, and a thai iced tea. Beef stick sandwich is definitely unique and worth trying. Great flavors, great crunch from the slaw. I think it honestly needed some spice/sriracha. The shrimp plate was probably my favorite. They do this garlic sauce on the rice and shrimp and you just can't stop eating it. Hoping the wait isn't always bad but will definitely try it again! read more

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It's a shack on a busy corner. Parking is tight, it's in a small strip mall with other businesses sharing parking spots, expect to park on the street during rush hour Got 4 items, Fried rice, Stir Fry Noodles, Garlic Shrimp, and Wings. Must get is the Garlic shrimp, It tastes good over white rice, not as good as Hawaii but best I've had stateside for the price. Wings were yummy, would get again Stir fry noodles had a lot of toppings and was very saucy. The ingredients taste yummy but the noodles itself could use more flavor or char Fried rice has a lot of toppings and was hearty but the fried rice itself was not as flavorful I've been here multiple times and will come back, I'll stick to garlic shrimp and wings, if I needed an additional carb, I would probably pick the rice over the noodles read more

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A&J's is lowkey a small institution in this part of Long Beach. I came a few months ago so I don't have any photos unfortunately, but it was a solid meal, honestly we thought it would be better because of the hype. My friend ordered the shrimp, and they were really solid, definitely not better than Hawaii, but still a great try! I ordered the rice noodles and they were a let down if I'm being honest, which made me sad because this place has great reviews. I think I need to go back and try them again. The salmon looks great. The parking can be interesting since it's a small lot, you order at the window and there is limited counter seating. But the people who run the Shack are very nice! Very easy to talk to. read more

Wow!! Food is fantastic! I ordered beef on stick, crispy salmon, beef sandwich and seafood clam chowder. Goodness reasonable price, service is fast. It's a small place but always busy. Must try!! Well recommended! read more

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This little take out spot has one of the best shrimp dishes in all of So Cal! I've heard that they had garlic shrimp just like from Hawaii. I've never been to Hawaii but we were going to Queen Mary Dark Harbor so we thought to try it. What a treat this was, one of the best meals we also had the beef stick sandwich and the salt and pepper wings. Everything was amazing with a generous portion of food! Definitely will come back for the shrimp and try their other great dishes! read more

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OK, Long Beach way to show out we the four of us were spending the day together on our ladies ditch day and opted to roll through here for lunch. The food was super fresh incredibly flavorful. Service was timely considering it is all cooked to order and the portions were huge. Got egg rolls and ended up having to share it with everyone. Nobody was disappointed everyone left for definitely definitely definitely recommend. read more

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Wow amazing food. The garlic shrimp, crispy salmon, fried rice, and wings were all flavorful! Everything was a flavor bomb. The garlic shrimp was in a savory sauce over rice. The rice soaked up the sauce and made it more delicious. The crispy salmon had very crispy skin served with white rice and some kind of mango side salad and a tangy dipping sauce. The salmon was cooked perfectly crispy outside and still tender and juicy inside. The wings had a light and airy crispy skin and came with two sauces and some pickled veggies. Everything was a 10/10 read more

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My colleague recommended this place while we were out training. Its a small spot and with difficult parking just as a warning. There is some seating and its out doors as the location is walk up only. The service was quick and friendly and easy to order of their menus. The hot food is prepared fresh and it was delicious. I ordered the lo mein and it was large enough for multiple servings. The spring rolls were as normal as they come but I still appreciated it as I don't want anything abnormal and funky when I order spring rolls. The rave is supposedly their lobster meals (not a fan) but apparently worth it and what they're known for as my colleague ordered 4 to go for her family. read more

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got to try this place after seeing it in a YouTube video. the place itself is in a small shopping plaza, with only outdoor seating (very limited). you order at the shack and they call you when it's ready. it took about 10 minutes to get our order. we got the garlic butter shrimp with the oysters (had like a nuoc mam on the side). the shrimp came with rice and a lemon wedge, and the flavor was very good! lots of garlic pieces too which I like. only issue is that it had too much oil. it made the rice soupy, like an oil soup. the oysters were great though. they were HUGE and the nuoc mam (with other stuff in it idk what) was a GREAT touch. all in all, I would go back, but maybe to try something else on the menu. read more

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We had Horrible experience...my friend was in town and wanted crab so I took him here. He paid $80 plus with tips for one crab and we sat down. All of sudden, they said they don't have crab but will we like lobster? We were like no we paid for crab....and the lady working was so rude...costumer service was horrible. The refund process was not great...they just said they void the payment but it's taking forever to get the refund back...sorry but we don't recommend this place. read more

Let me preface by saying it's probably some of the best seafood I've ever had!! I was recommended the garlic shrimp by the lovely lady at the window, and it did NOT disappoint! Shrimp cooked perfectly, garlic not too much in your face, delicious rice and a nice side of pineapple to top it all off. Cheers to the chef!! 10/10 would come here again! read more

The salmon nuggets are awful, what is everyone talking about??? The salmon was slimy and fishy it ruin my entire dinner. The salmon has no flavor other than fishy. This was a first time and never again. I have had their shrimp plate several times, it's amazing. I should have stuck with that. My mouth has such a seawater taste. The salmon was beyond disappointing and a waste of money. I do not recommend, if your a goody than you would know the salmon is . Stick with the garlic shrimp plate. read more

A&J Seafood Shack - The salmon was slimy and fishy. I do not recommend - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

Amazing food, poor choice in staff. I've been a loyal customer for quite some time because the food is genuinely excellent. I spend roughly $300 a month here, and the employee who is usually at the front window knows me, my family, and even our regular order. That's what made this experience so disappointing. I called in a phone order that included two orders of salt and pepper wings. When I arrived to pay and pick up my food, one order of wings was missing. Marisol told me she never heard me order the second one. Mistakes happen, and I understand that. Since I have a large family, I couldn't simply leave without the missing food, so I agreed to wait the additional 15 minutes for a fresh order of wings. Because of the extra wait, I politely asked if the fries that had already been prepared could be remade so they wouldn't be cold and stale by the time the wings were finished. Instead of acknowledging the inconvenience, Marisol insisted that I never ordered the second wings because she "knows" she repeated my order back to me. She also said I would have to pay an additional $4 if I wanted fresh fries. The issue wasn't the $4. It was the way I was treated. She repeatedly implied that I was being dishonest instead of considering that a simple mistake may have occurred. Ironically, during the conversation she also stated that she "could barely hear" me on the phone. If that was the case, it only reinforces the possibility that part of my order may not have been heard correctly. Rather than taking ownership or trying to find a reasonable solution, I was met with defensiveness and zero accountability. I paid for my food in full and left feeling completely disrespected. To make matters worse, I called afterward hoping to speak with a manager. I simply asked what days or hours management would be available. I was never asking for anyone's personal phone number. Instead, Marisol avoided answering the question, said she couldn't give out the manager's number, then told me someone named "Ban" would call me back in 15 minutes. That call never came. The food here is fantastic, which makes this even more unfortunate. I had actually brought someone with me who had never eaten here before because I had been talking so highly about the restaurant. Instead of leaving impressed, we both walked away talking about the customer service. One unpleasant interaction can happen anywhere, but how it's handled makes all the difference. I left feeling dismissed, unheard, undervalued, and like my loyalty as a longtime customer meant absolutely nothing. I truly hope management addresses this because the food deserves much better representation than the customer service I experienced. read more

It's definitely a shack!!!! Small place with outdoor seating we had to fight off a few flies but it definitely was worth it. If you go on a hot day you can potentially sit in direct sun. I ordered the garlic shrimp and my boyfriend ordered the crispy salmon. Both dishes were delicious. As we sat there eating we smiled with excitement on how good it was. We were already planning our next trip back as we were eating. The service was pretty straight forward. Ordered and paid and that's that. Nothing outstanding and also no complaints. read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Garlic Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

A Yelp find that I had to try today. Saw they offered a Stir Fried Noodle Plate that absolutely looked delectable on photo. On to Long Beach we go. Pulled up and the place LOOKED like there's some good renderings happening here. Hadn't eaten anything at all so I brought my appetite. No Stir Fried Noodle today so I opt for the Combination Fried Rice (with no Sausage) as a replacement. The Salmon Sandwich also looked delish so tossed that in the order as well. The service was pretty direct. The ambiance was one where you knew the food was good. Only outdoor seating and individuals and families all pulled up chairs to have their meals. I was next. Copped me a squat at a bench counter and went in. Wasn't particularly satisfied with the lack of protein in my Combination Fried Rice, but it was indeed tasty. Underwhelmed by the 2 Shrimp and Chicken Pieces but the dish did not lack flavor. Even enjoyed the Pickled Cabbage garnish. Added a nice twang to the meal. Next was the Salmon Sandwich. Nice tender succulently grilled Salmon with Tomato, Grilled Onion, Leafy Green Lettuce, and a House Sauce that set the Sandwich on a level worth repeating in the near future. Gratitude and give thanks A&J Seafood Shack for the meal experience. Will certainly be back to try more of your offerings soon as well as see if we can do a "do-over" on the Combo Fried Rice and Stir Fried Noodle. read more

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Was on the run for work so had to find a spot nearby and found this lowkey gem! This place is a small shack in the corner of Long Beach. I got an order of garlic shrimp for pickup so service was simple and fast. I got there and my food was ready to go. As shown, the food looked amazing and honestly tasted even better. The garlic sauces tasted soooo good , I can't even say it enough. I didn't get spicy so I enjoyed it even more. The plate made me want to try other things at this place from how amazing it was. I will definitely be back! read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Garlic Shrimp - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

I was craving chowder/bisque and my usual spot didn't open til 11:30am. in a time crunch, i stopped at AJ's on my way to my destination in the hill. I got a preferred parking spot and one customer had just left. I ordered the seafood chowder. Garnished with some crab, green onion, shredded cheese, and lemon, the chowder was hearty and not with potatoes. I poured in the oyster crackers and the soup hit the spot. The shrimp still had tails, not a complain, just a warning as I was kind of aggressively scarfing and bit one in my haste. It's a busy street but i still felt kind of tucked away behind the joint. You prolly wouldnt have this option if it were later or busier. I was there at just after opening on a Tuesday. For my $8, I was satisfied and full til dinner. I'd go back, no doubt. read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Seafood chowder - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

Mannnn I'm mad I'm barely trying this spot . This place is super fire I ordered the seafood low mein bruhhh. This legit one of the best noodle plates I ever had ! The flavor is insane sweet yet has a nice flavor the noodles are delicious the whole meal 10/10 definitely coming back . read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Stir Fried Noodles - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

I guess I should have ordered the highly recommended garlic shrimp. Sorry to report the fried rice and stir fried noodles we did order were incredibly boring. The noodles with Chinese broccoli was a few paper thin strips of stems , with a few carrot coins. Yes, the sausage, chicken and shrimp were plentiful, but this dish was lacking flavor. The sauce was very thin and soaked fully into the noodles by the next day making them bloated and soft. The fried rice was similarly bland, but had the dried beef sausage which was better flavored than the Chinese sausage slices in the noodles. Plentiful yet not flavorful, we took home leftovers but ended up barely touching them. I will try again with the garlic shrimp next time and see if this score improves. I did love seeing the owner painting his own sign on the side of the building, it is very neat and well kept. read more

A&J Seafood Shack - Fried rice - Seafood Near Me - Long Beach, California

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