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    Bacari

    4.5 (219 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Salmon, Macaroni and cheese & a little bit of everything
    Lorelay R.

    Bacari was such an amazing experience! The menu is a little different because it's tapas-style, with smaller plates made for sharing, but that honestly made the meal even more enjoyable. We were able to order and try several different dishes, and we genuinely loved every single thing that came to the table! Everything was flavorful, beautifully presented, and clearly made with quality ingredients. It was so much fun getting to taste a little bit of everything, and there wasn't one dish that disappointed us. The atmosphere was beautiful, the entire experience felt special, the the service was AMAZING ( literally everyone is beyond nice) and I'm already looking forward to going back and trying even more of the menu. Definitely a Long Beach favorite!

    This is the 2nd story open air (not really rooftop). Super cute. They cut our cake no charge!
    Shelly S.

    We've been going to Bacari locations all over the city for years and we were happy to hear they opened in Long Beach. We went for a birthday and wanted rooftop seating. Reservations: 10/10. Easy and they send you a text to confirm. They even responded to my text when I asked about cake cutting - they don't charge!! Parking: 9/10. Parking can be a bit of a challenge if you don't want to pay for valet. Facility: 10/10: although the top floor is not really a rooftop, it's more open air, the top floor was cute and had an upstairs bar as well as a downstairs bar. Some of the tables were very close together. Overall it was super cute and what you'd expect from Bacari. Bathrooms: 5/10: Sadly, the bathrooms weren't very clean when we were there at 8pm. Food: 7/10. Bacari is a place where you can experiment because their food items are meant to be shared. They are smaller plates in nature, but you can get lots of items and try them out. Food: Overall, their food tends to be over saturated with certain ingredients in one way or another and this goes for all Bacari locations. Either everything comes with "lemon" or everything has some sort of "nut" and it's too much. Not everyone wants nuts on their food, and in some cases it's just not even necessary and seems to be a "filler". Besides that, my daughter is severely nut allergic and had to get a special menu which lowered the outcome of our experience. I'm not even allergic to nuts - I just don't like them on my food! Charred broccoli: 10/10. Very good! House baguette with oil: 9/10. Sliced thin, warm and tasty - we ordered two! Sea Bass: 9/10. These sea bass itself was a bit bland but when you top it with the corn it was another level. Shawarma tacos: 6/10. These were flavorful but just not our vibe. Bacari fries (no egg): 6/10. The sauce was ok, none of us were really impressed with this dish and would skip next time. Prices: 10/10: Since their menu is mainly small plates it's pretty reasonable. Service: 10/10. No issues! Overall we like Bacari and will be back.

    Beef bureka
    Mike B.

    First time at BACARI ! Really enjoyed our brunch. The space looks noticeably better than before -- the updated décor feels warmer, more polished, and gives the restaurant a much more inviting atmosphere. The music was also great and set the perfect upbeat-but-relaxed tone for a Sunday brunch. We shared several dishes, including the beef and veggie burekas, chilaquiles, avocado toast, shawarma tacos, and watermelon. Everything worked well for sharing, which is one of the things I like most about Bacari. We also enjoyed a couple bottles of Sauvignon Blanc, so it turned into a very leisurely brunch. There were big groups which is to be expected at brunch but one table brought a newborn, who they passed around the table like an appetizer. Not sure why people think brunch is appropriate for newborns, or even children, but luckily we were almost done when they sat. Overall, the combination of good, shareable food, improved atmosphere, great music, and a fun setting made for a really enjoyable afternoon. Will be back for happy hour soon!

    Tracy W.

    Such a great new spot in Long Beach! Located in the former Michael's/Bacari space, this place already has a lively energy and was definitely busy when I visited. It's a great place to meet up with friends, but I also really liked the atmosphere for going by yourself, sitting at the bar, or having a date night. Abe was my bartender and he was fantastic! He made me an amazing Eastside/Eastern Standard cocktail -- depending on what you call it -- and it was perfectly made and so refreshing. I also tried the stuffed mushrooms, and they were delicious and full of flavor. Between the drinks, food, atmosphere, and service, I really enjoyed my experience. It's nice to see something new and vibrant in this Long Beach location. I'll definitely be back!

    Street corn and bacari fries
    Nicole E.

    This Bacari location is located on 2nd street in Long Beach and is fairly new. Hype is still real so make reservations! We went on a Friday night and a few days prior we checked for reservations and they were BOOKED! We took our chances as walk ins around 6:15pm and were quoted almost two hour wait-- luckily ended up only being 45 minutes! We were seated on the rooftop by luck which had all the summer vibes. Perfect for a girls night! We did opt in to the 90 minute open bar which is $30 per person for sangria and beer. Cocktails are $40 per person. Our server kept the drinks going and I was there for it! The food is tapas style so we ordered quite a few dishes. All the dishes were chef kiss. Highly recommend the chicken schnitzel, bacari fries, street corn and the schwarma tacos. We also ordered dessert which was so good. The chocolate cake and bread pudding were top tier. Although the kitchen was a bit behind the food quality was fantastic and absolutely delicious! Overall, a great spot in Long Beach. Will definitely be back with reservations!

    fried chicken sliders
    Tay K.

    i absolutely love bacari and have been to every location in LA so i was so hyped to know that a bacari opened up in long beach! made a reservation over the phone on the day of and drove over valeted my car ofc & walked into the restaurant and the vibes were great! i like that this location doesn't have too many trees and foliage around like the LA locations because although it's super aesthetic and beautiful, a lot of the leaves would fall into my food and drinks so the LB location is great if you want a cute rooftop with no foliage xD we ordered all of our favorites and tried some other things shrimp ceviche, bacari burger, fried chicken sliders. our absolute favorite dishes are the jidori chicken wings (get the sauce on the side, tastes better; we forgot to ask for it on the side this time), ricotta & beet gnocchi, chicken schnitzel, & tripoline pasta. everything was really yummy except the tripoline pasta was a bit too hard, other than that everything was exceptional! ofc for dessert we had to order our absolute favorite Best Cake Ever with no bacon bits & OMG it was sooo heavenly. i told my bf that next time i wanna order my own bc it's so good i hate sharing it xD service was great, even though it was a busy ass night they were very attentive and personable. absolutely stoked that a Bacari opened up closer to me, i'll be coming all the time now & bringing all my friends and family too HIGHLY RECOMMEND !

    Tripoline pasta - great
    Sophie D.

    Great food, excellent service... patio can warm in afternoons but that's just summer in the LBC. Great for groups either dinner or light apps/drinks. Drinks are fantastic!!! I've gone here twice: first time, sat inside in the evening and the other, outside on the patio 5-6 pm. Inside was cooler on a hot summer day. Food: favs are the sea bass (crispy outer with flaky center and crema/corn tomato side), Mediterranean street corn, and Tripoli's pasta. Ceviche is citrusy and fresh. Moroccan cigars were good, though on our next visit we'd probably branch out since there are so many other dishes that look worth trying. Chicken schnitzel is amazing. Falafel is great too! Ambiance: the patio is decorated beautifully and the place is buzzing with excited guests, so it could be loud for some. I'd say eat outside with big groups. The sun hits the patio thru the gap under the canopy, there's a roller shade one side to block it. Inside is good for more intimate dining, it's a moody vibe with sexy lighting. Loved it. Drinks: amazing. Want to come back for the 90 minute open bar ($35-45!) Overall a great place, will be back next month, but won't be sitting on the patio when the sun is setting like that.

    Brie pizza, ceviche, mushrooms, brussel sprouts
    Rose H.

    Of all the 4 locations I've been to- this one is unbeatable. The service and hospitality is unmatched. We were a group of 7 celebrating finally hanging out outside of work and when the team found out we were nurses, they comped all of our dessert orders. Phenomenal staff. Thank you G! The food itself was also delicious. We ordered almost everything- mushrooms, Brie pizza, fries, pork belly, brussel sprouts, salmon, steak- everything was mouth watering and also came out so FAST. Fastest service I've experienced among all the locations. Plenty of parking in the neighborhood behind the restaurant but they also offer valet.

    Malabi
    Regi M.

    The food was tasty but very expensive for small portions. Keeping that in mind, it is a good restaurant for the aesthetics and yummy bites. It's also the type of place where it's hard to hear the person you're talking to. It was also quite hot even in the dining room as I noticed seeing all the waiters struggling to keep cool. I booked a reservation 2 days in advance and there was plenty of availability, and it was during dineLA too. When we were there we noticed a lot of people waiting outside so definitely book ahead if possible. We each got the dineLA meals and then added extra plates since it was pretty small. We also got drinks for happy hour: the sangria and the Socal Staple. Both were okay, I was originally requesting the Blushing Botanica but it was out of stock. For food we had the following for dineLA: 1. App- romaine heart salad, Main: Brussel sprouts & grilled chicken breast, Dessert: vegan double chocolate cake 2. App- tuscan kale salad, Main: tripoline pasta & sea bass, Dessert: malabi Extras: scallop medallions, chicken schnitzel Everything was $190 for two people and didn't quite fill us up. The tuscan kale salad, tripoline pasta, sea bass, and chicken schnitzel were tasty and I could recommend. The romaine heart, brussel sprouts, and grilled chicken breast were okay and I probably wouldn't get them again. The scallops were actually not full scallops but almost like blended or ground up scallops, as explained by our waiter, which made the texture and density quite different from a normal scallop, which definitely made them more dense and chewy. The grilled chicken breast tasted very tangy and almost like mustard, with strong flavors from the jalapeno. The vegan double chocolate cake was served with ice cream as recommended by our waiter but it wasn't very sweet and you could definitely tell it was vegan. The malabi was even less sweet/tasty and the taste from the hibiscus was the main flavor as the custard itself was very plain. The seating was pretty tightly packed, the table we were sat at for two was wedged between two larger tables by the front window and felt uncomfortable as there was little room to get up or even have anything protrude from our table. It could have definitely been placed somewhere else or been removed altogether. We checked out the upstairs outdoor area which had a nice ambiance and great view of the sunset but the bar was full so unfortunately we could not take a seat there. Parking is the usual situation for 2nd st, but we got there early evening on a Friday and luckily found a close spot on the street so we didn't have to pay for valet. Overall, if you're looking to eat lightly and splurge on unique flavors this would be a good spot. But just keep in mind the small aspects of both the food and the space.

    Noa's cauliflower
    Ernesto M.

    We chose Bacari for date night/my wife's birthday as someplace new to try out. The restaurant was cozy, moody and unique in the best ways. I loved the decor and interior of the dining room. Food: the chef recommends 2-3 plates per guest with the intent that guests share family-style. They have a great menu with some really great options. We chose 4 dishes for dinner: Roasted cauliflower- This was one of our favorites, very savory, perfectly cooked and surprisingly delicious for cauliflower. Bacari Burger- an open faced burger with an egg on top, very good, although I could have used a little more 'bite' or 'zing'. I did enjoy it, but might opt for something else at our next visit. Moroccan Cigars- think egg-roll and taquito fusion, these were absolutely delicious, savory, a bit spicy and so fresh. Asian Pear & Brie pizza- a fantastic and unique pizza, mixing savory and sweet, with a light crunch from the roasted greens. Drinks: My wife got a cocktail, I don't remember the name but she loved it, we may make a few trips back just for that drink. I got the Bacari Beer, which paired well with all our food, crisp and refreshing with a moderate body. Service: When we arrived at 5:30 the restaurant was mostly empty, our server explained that all the staff attend to guests as a family- I enjoyed the idea and found the service very friendly. Around 6:45/7 the dinner rush hit and I think the shared responsibility of all the tables between the staff left us a bit "forgotten". Not a big deal, but we sat for 15-20 minutes after our table was cleared and leftovers packed up waiting for the check. After I flagged someone down we promptly got the check. All in all a good experience and great food. We will be returning for more date nights. I definitely recommend Bacari for small parties, date nights and special occasions.

    Fried Chicken Sliders - great cornbread crust and tender chicken
    Lynn O.

    I came for dinner a couple of times now and had a positive experience the first time, but had a pretty serious alarm the second visit. For anyone with shellfish allergies, they fry crab cakes in the fryer, so beware of anything fried! It's not written on the menu, and one of my friends just happened to mention it as we were ordering. Then, our server, Ava, informed us about the oil in the fryer and advised us to avoid anything fried. Yikes! Can't imagine how awful it would've been had my friend not mentioned her allergy! The first time was with a party of 8 for a friend's birthday. Leah greeted us at the table and got us started with drinks. We love the open bar options they have for 90 minutes! $35 for beer and wine, $40 for beer, wine and well drinks. $5 extra for each specialty drink. A few people took Leah up on the offer and she was great about coming back for rounds of drinks so everyone got their money's worth. I just had 2 cocktails. The first being the Bacarita, which is their twist on margarita with basil infused tequila, watermelon, lime and jalapeño. Refreshing and not too spicy. Second was the Tokyo Sunset, containing mars iwai 45 whisky, shiso leaf, yuzu, lime, grapefruit zest. The citrus balanced the whisky and the fresh shiso leaf was fragrant. Glad I got to try a lot of dishes with a large party. Not one item was terrible, although a few stood out over others. My favorites: Watermelon salad - hibiscus-infused, whipped feta, arugula, crushed pistachio, urfa chili, pickled rind. Light, refreshing, and unique! Moroccan Cigars - stuffed with lamb & chicken, roasted nut & garlic honey glaze, pickled onion, tour crema. They're like egg rolls, but they were incredibly flavorful with herbs and spices. Party in my mouth! Sea bass - pan seared, charred shishito, corn, shallot, tomato, tarragon aioli, pomegranate molasses, grilled lemon. The bass was cooked perfectly and the charred lemon and vegetables complemented it well. Good for sharing: Bacari fries with "bcn" sauce and fried egg Brussels sprouts Crudo Fried chicken sliders Mac & cheese Margarita pizza Stuffed mushrooms The Best cake! Bread pudding a la mode! The menu is pretty overwhelming to look at. The list of hot items is long and in no particular order. The indoor dining area downstairs is romantic with ornate columns, candle lighting and chandeliers, while the rooftop is airy, but pretty tightly packed. Being a hot and new spot, reservations are strongly recommended. Wait times are long on weekends. Valet and street parking are available.

    Lamb hummus
    Peyton L.

    The dishes were very very enjoyable but the service was slightly lacking as it's a new restaraunt and many waiting staff are still in training. Will be returning for sure regardless. What a fun experience to order so many small dishes and get a taste of many different items on the menu. I wasn't disappointed with anything. Everything was the perfect size for 2 people to share, but 3 would work too. I think if there were 4 in your party, you may start feeling like you didn't get to try enough of each dish. The lamb hummus is delicious and the corn was extremely flavorful with a squirt of lemon over it. Flat iron steak was cooked perfectly. So tender and juicy. The burrata was great but what was even better was the fresh pesto hiding under the baguette!!! Amazing pesto. Must try this. Overall I enjoyed the style of this restaraunt. Food items generally didn't take too long to come out and it's a fun experience. I believe as the restaraunt in this location becomes more established, it will begin functioning a bit more smoothly. The manager was present and attentive.

    Debbie F.

    Fantastic from reservation to post visit!!! I am familiar with their other locations and was excited to finally have one nearby. Our party of 6 dined in to celebrate a friend's birthday during the 1st month of opening. I made the reservation! There was a text message shortly after to confirm, including a link if changes needed to be made. There were reminder texts/confirmation day of. (Not annoying, just 2-3 total) Arriving at the restaurant, we easily found street parking. They do have valet. Choosing to dine on the patio, we were led upstairs within minutes. The patio is super cute and weather was perfect. Only downside is tables are tight and we felt squished together. Luckily, we had an early reservation so getting an extra table to give us more space was super helpful. The dishes are small tapas style so sharing is ideal. That is exactly what we did. This allowed us to try so much. We pretty much loved everything. The variety was fantastic! Although we were super full, we decided dessert was a must. 6 desserts, 6 friends, 1 bite each....yes please! Truly the best way to go. This location was just as amazing as all my visits to others. Food, drinks, service, ambiance were all on point. I can't wait to return!

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    4.3(872 reviews)
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    First time here, came because of the reviews. The food…read moreis just ok. The coffee was very watery, was actually yucky. Bacon tased old, like it was made at 6am and had just been sitting under a heat lamp, it was like beef jerky and stale. My pancakes were dry and the fruit on top was soggy, it was supposed to have a brown butter syrup? Where is it??? My eggs were the best part, a nice soft scramble, the gravy was good along side a potato "pancake" everything else was just blah. Very disappointing actually. Our waiter Jose wasn't attentive, and seemed upset with us for no reason. Filled up our waters but spilled it all over and didn't bother to clean up his mess, just left it on our table. (I wiped it up) He didn't ask if we would like more coffee. (Which was nasty anyway) When he came to give us the check he just tossed the bill at us and didn't say anything. He didn't ask how everything was he didn't ask if we needed anything else. He made the experience unwelcoming and we won't be back.

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    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    Late Saturday morning, my beautiful wife surprised me with brunch at our new favorite breakfast…read morespot. The line was long, but it moved efficiently to the cashier, and like always, the food was great. The only issue I had was the group of ladies arguing with the supervisor about their seating arrangement. From what I witnessed, the manager remained calm, respectful, and professional toward the group. So I'm not sure why they decided to grace the outdoor seating area with an encore performance of "What I would have done if I were the manager" for the next 20 minutes. I understand that the table felt wronged, and everyone has the right to voice their concerns. But at some point, the nonstop complaining only disrupted the experience of the other customers trying to enjoy their Saturday brunch. As for us, we had another great experience. Great food, great atmosphere, and a professional staff. We'll definitely be back.

    It was my first time coming to Zuzu's Petals and I definitely have a lot of thoughts!…read more First, the ambiance and aesthetics are very cute. Everything feels clean, classy and thoughtfully put together. When you first arrive, seeing the line out the door can be a little intimidating. Usually at places like this, I feel like I have to fight for my life to find a table, but thankfully that wasn't the case here. The staff was very kind and asks how many are in your party and helps you get a table, which made everything much less stressful. They also give you menus while you wait so you can decide what you want ahead of time. We arrived at 10:30am and our wait was about 30 minutes so by the time we were able to order at 11am, the lunch menu was also available. I ordered the tater tots, Cinnagave Shaken Espresso, Dutch Baby Pancake and country sourdough toast with jam. With tax and tip, my total came out to around $40. It's definitely pricier than what I normally pay for breakfast. Most entrées range from $17-$34 and coffees are around $5-$10, so you can easily spend $30+ for one person. In these hard times, that's not exactly ideal for me. I also wanted to try a pastry to get the full experience, but when I found out the small blackberry danish was $7, I decided to pass. I just couldn't justify getting that close to $50 for breakfast for one person. Now for the food! The country sourdough toast with jam was actually my favorite item. The homemade sourdough was incredible and honestly deserves its roses. It sounds like such a simple thing, but it was so well done and easily the standout for me. Visually, the Dutch Baby Pancake was beautiful and definitely impressive when it came out. I've always wanted to try one, so I was excited! I will say, I've read everywhere that Dutch babies are supposed to have more of a custardy center and even the photos I've seen look that way. Mine didn't really have that texture at all and tasted more like a crepe. Maybe it was a little overcooked? It wasn't bad, just not quite what I expected. Still delicious! Unfortunately, the tater tots were the biggest disappointment. They weren't crispy, didn't taste seasoned and sort of fell apart until they became one big potato mess. My cousins and I ended up not finishing them. One of my cousins ordered the summer peach and corn salad, which she liked! Just a heads-up that it's only available after 11 a.m. My other cousin got the skillet, she mentioned feeling a little disappointed since it tasted a little dry and didn't finish her plate. However they both ordered the Curious George drink and LOVED it! The Cinnagave Shaken Espresso was also fantastic. Coffee is definitely something they do very well here and I can see myself getting again. Overall, the aesthetics are adorable and I could see this being a great date spot. The coffee was fantastic, the sourdough was amazing, but the rest of the food was just okay for us. That was a little disappointing because everything sounds SO good on paper. Maybe we just caught them on an off day. The prices are probably the biggest thing holding me back from coming back regularly. Spending $30-$40+ per person for breakfast isn't really in my budget right now, but if this is within your price range, you may have a completely different experience. When I review a place, I try to take the overall experience, personal taste and effort into account. For now, I'm leaving Zuzu's Petals at 4 stars because the effort is definitely there, and what isn't my cup of tea may be someone else's liquid gold. I'd still give them another chance in the future... after I get paid!

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    Zuzu’s Petals
    Zuzu’s Petals
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    Navy Proof Food & Spirits

    Navy Proof Food & Spirits

    4.2(95 reviews)
    3.7 mi
    $$

    I never expected to find stellar cocktails and wings inside of a hotel, but you truly never know…read more Let's start with the cocktails; they are KILLING it. The menu has a ton of really detailed options, each drink with its own depth. The menu changes seasonally but what doesn't change is the smoked old fashioned - a must-order. They smoke your drink in a glass container using applewood chips; it's quite a show and it also does make the drink much more enjoyable. Ask the bartender and they can also help guide you to a drink - I've done it a couple of times and always pleasantly surprised. Next up, the food! The hummus was very flavorful and paired with an amazing fluffy pita bread. The truffle fries were solid but the plate was HUGE, definitely needs a friend to share. The Nashville wings are the star of the show. I cannot stress this enough, this is worth a DRIVE for. The seasoning really does remind you of Howlin' Rays (the highest compliment) and the chicken is extremely crispy yet insanely juicy. The pickles and ranch that it comes with pairs so well. Do note that they are tossing it in pork fat, which enhances the depth but also makes it a little greasy at the end. I also wished they'd warn you this and offer to order it without it; especially for those who don't eat pork or for those trying to cut some calories. There's a happy hour menu too!!! So you can get drinks and food even cheaper. I cannot stop thinking about this place. It's such a sleeper. Head to Midnight Oil after a visit to continue your night.

    Navy Proof is the restaurant and bar inside the Westin Long Beach lobby. The open atrium with high…read moreceilings and large windows looks impressive, but in the early afternoon the sun made the space feel warm and greenhouse-like. The bartender was excellent. He went into the kitchen for fresh berries, muddled them with Tito's and soda, and made a genuinely refreshing summertime drink that helped with the heat...! I eventually ordered the Crispy Shrimp & Calamari to eat as my main (I was dining alone). I had recently had a very notable version of the same dish at a Canopy by Hilton in Washington DC, and unfortunately, this one did not measure up. The breading was average and the sweet chili aioli was poor. I asked for ranch instead, which was an improvement but still not great. The portion itself was fine. Service was solid and friendly! I'd rate the staff around a 4. Based on the food I had, the kitchen lands closer to a 2.5 to 3. Fine if you're already in the hotel and want something casual, but not an amazing choice for the fried seafood.

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    Navy Proof Food & Spirits - Bar area, love the chandelier!

    Bar area, love the chandelier!

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    Pineapple Martini

    Bacari - mediterranean - Updated August 2026

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