If you love dive bars and have no preference on the type of spirit you're being served this is your place. Again, don't go if you're picky. They don't have top shelf stuff so be prepared to drink your basic Well brands. But before I even jump into this review let me let you know that it's CASH ONLY. I put that in caps so if this review pops up first you'll know what you're getting into before you walk in and order a drink. The bartender was hilarious and the crowd seemed scary at first, but then I realized they were just slightly crotchety regulars mixed in with some less scary regulars. I'm not a huge dive bar fan, but if I were I'd go to this place. read more

I moved to long beach a few months back and went on a pub crawl to a few bars near my house. I found broadway cocktail and instantly fell in love with this dive bar. This isn't the most hip bar, but the people who work there and who drink there are fun and cool to talk to. Carl is one of my favorite bartenders in long beach. Strong drinks for a decent price and the mood there is mellow and friendly. You can definitely catch me here a few times a week. If you're looking for anything other than a dive bar then this is not a place where you would want to check out. read more

I like my dive barz like I likes my men, dark, a little sleazy and I get a stiff one when I needs one! I have been a Long Beach local for about 13 years now and I have seen this place transform a few times. Where it was once a place where trolls went to die, it has actually become kinda fun, and it doesn't hurt when there is delicious eye candy behing the bar. My current fave is Graham, and he can serve up a drink that'll grow hair on your chest along with a delightfully dirty witty remark. There are two pool tables if that is your thing, an internet jukebox and a pretty long bar with lots of seats. Thursdays are $2.00 well and beer night to get you through to Friday and the weekend read more

All you need is good company to turn any place into a memorable night. The strong (cash only) drinks, super friendly staff, and night of karaoke also helps of course. So many of the singers were extra impressive! And of course we were in a dancing mood so any upbeat 80s song got a crowd of backup dancers to set the mood right haha! The issue though was the area (apparently not the nicest part of town) and almost impossible chances of finding a parking spot. I got lucky with the spot in their back lot, but my other friends had to give up and park a couple miles away and uber over! It's not an easy place to meet up if you're not from around the area. read more

Loved this place !! Looking for a karaoke bar tonight while in town. This place didn't disappoint !!! Great bartenders. Amazing singers ! Had such a good time. They make you feel like a regular! Thank you Andy for keeping me company! read more

Broadway Cocktail Lounge - Karaoke Near Me - Long Beach, California

Our favorite bar in LB particularly on Friday and Saturday nights when they have karaoke. Cheap drinks and friendly bartenders but cash only like most the bars on Broadway so come prepared (or use the atm). read more

"must go.. i feel so good inside. like a virgin!" (I accidentally checked into the broadway bar in LA & wrote that as a quick tip while someone was singing Madonna. I Must have been on a good one lol) Yep. It was my first time here. The people here are super friendly, especially the bartenders! It's a pretty small bar with a karaoke stage and a few pool tables. The drinks are cheap and yummy- try valerie's specialty drink (upside down pineapple cake shot). People are just here to have a good time and dance to your song selections. I'm coming back next month because I promised the bartender I would! See you there?! And I don't know about what people are talking about with the broken bathroom lock? It works fine. You might find a closet full of secrets in that bathroom though. (; read more

I never been a customer of this bar and let me tell you this is a way overdue review! Many moons ago I pulled over next to this bar to get something out of my trunk ,not only did I leave the car ON ,I accidently locked the doors with my purse and cell phone inside !!! I was completely hopeless and decided to go to the liquor store next door for help ,the old grouchy man said he did not have a telephone nor did he offer any aid to me! He basically told me to leave and closed the store right after I left.It's scary being a lonely female out on the dark street with nobody to call or have any funds ,with a running car.So I go well let me ask for help inside the bar next door,since no buisnesses were open nearby at the time ! I explained my ordeal to the older male bartender and one of the barflies said he would call his Triple A for me. Everyone was so nice I'd really appreciated it. I regretted not going back in to buy em a round of drinks or tipping the bartender. I hope he's still around whoever you are and guy who called THANK YOU. I always think about this occasionally, that people out there still care! read more

Love this Dive Bar Miguel he is the man !! He rocks it all the time ... the vibe of all people it's just the place to go to before or after or all night :) read more

Expectedly dark bar with a friendly server who made super strong drinks! Well drinks and beer $2.50 on Thursday nights! Typical kind of seediness, but actually some good people inside! read more

I will start by saying that this is my very first one star review. I choose to use Yelp to lift up the businesses that leave an impression on me. Unfortunately, Broadway bar has left a lasting, negative impression. My friends and I have been coming to this dive for years. Never mind the dank, stinky air. The dirty bathrooms. The THICK layers of dust, and the disgusting sticky floors. When the crowd is good, so is the vibe. Karaoke can be entertaining, and there is a pretty cool bartender that has served us on occasion. This past Pride, my girlfriends and I decided to head over to Broadway bar for some drinks, before walking down the line of bars on Broadway. As we walked up to the back door, a very drunk door man took our IDs and let us in. I can't say I was entirely comfortable with the fact that he was wasted, but it was Pride...everybody is drunk, right? As we're all walking in, my friend who had just showed her ID to the drunk guy, was being badgered by some random Chriss Angel wanna be with a black shaggy bowl cut. He was yelling at my friend to show him her ID. She politely said, "I just showed this man my ID. I don't know who you are." He started yelling at her as she walked in, then looked right at me and said, "If she's going to be like that, she won't be allowed to drink in this bar!" So we walked in, and he came in right behind us, and went straight to "Dane", the bartender that night. So my friend tried to explain the situation to the bartender, and showed him her ID. He then yells at her to "GET THE FUCK OUT!". Well, alright then...so we walk out the front door, and the jackass that checked out IDs in the first place, comes from around the corner to talk to us. He proceeds to tell us he doesn't work there, he was just watching the door for his friend who DOES work there....the guy who yelled at my friend. So, we all handed our IDs over to a drunk guy who actually wasn't an employee of the bar, and WE got punished for it. We had some words with the guys outside, and then left. We stopped at the 7-11 on the corner, and as I begin to walk out the door, I see the drunk jackass TAKING PICTURES of us through the window. When he saw that I caught him, he took off running back down the street toward the bar. What in the actual f@$k that was all about, is beyond me...but he certainly didn't have our permission to be photographing us! I know that in the end, the people who own and operate this bar couldn't care less if we ever come back to spend our money there. The fact is, there are plenty of other establishments right on Broadway, that are exponentially better than this place. Check out The Sweetwater, or The Mine Shaft! Great bars, great bartenders!!! read more

Miguel is a b*tch, and I like it. Also has parking lot and gloryhole on the large green dumpster out back.

Always an interesting mix of people, from all walks of life. Karaoke can be a bit trying if you get too many Americas Got Talent rejects in there. Bartender Patrick knows how to pour a drink and look super hot while doing it. read more

Was lookin' for some good ol' karaoke the other night at Alex's bar, but they had a live bluegrass show going on for a $12 cover - Whaaa? I hear this is only monthly, so I'll probably try again later. Foursquared karaoke in the area, found Broadway Cocktail Lounge was the closest. Reading other reviews, looks like everyone covered what I thought: if you like dives, then it's a good dive to hit. Pool table and some video games, too. Crowd is very friendly. Downside: cash only but there is an ATM. I would definitely go here again. Gave it 3 stars cuz well, it's a dive. read more

First time here and showed up with a VERY regular patron.. she knew everyone and introduced me to everyone. What can I say, all the people were VERY friendly. VERY friendly. It was karaoke night which is fun to watch. The drinks were strong, again everyone was very friendly. I saw a few groups of straight girls doing the Broadway rounds and singing a few songs so that says something about the place I suppose. My only comment was how BRIGHT it was in there... I'm sure there may be reasons for it... but wow! Good morning! haha. read more

Patrick is the shit! Great people and service and all are welcomed. Thursday's the best night to enjoy specials. read more

Broadway Cocktail Lounge - Karaoke Near Me - Long Beach, California

Cash only?! when a business runs all their sales on cash only, it simply shows that they've given up on the customer altogether. I bought my first new castle from the bald guy in the skirt for an overly price of 5$, tipped the the guy... thirty minutes after my second new castle was 5.50$! ...I knew it was time to leave after that and of course, who tips a bt who disrespects you like that? Been here a few times and never a pleasant experience. I noticed that the staff favors their regulars and if you're a random paying customer, you get second class service. The vibe is alright overall, mainly locals and regulars there for karaoke. The low ceiling above the bar makes the place feel smaller than It really is. From the few times I've been here, nothing changes, all still looks and smells the same. It all gets old after a while; burgers every day, same outfit, same partner, helll nooo! Change is a must. The Broadway lounge; it could close its doors and not too many would make fuss about it. read more

Been here about 4 times now but no longer...About two weeks I came in waiting for a date (first time meeting) and since I've had a positive experience here in the past i figure i would meet my first time date in a public setting to be safe. So I came in sat down by the TV. It was dead about 5 people there at the bar... No more than 2 minutes from sitting down the bartender (young guy I've haven't seen before) came up to me and said to me "excuse me but there's no loitering" I told him I was waiting for a date and as soon as he comes in we will buy some drinks. He said "that's fine but you need to buy a drink"...thought that was odd that he repeated himself that's when I realize that he probably thought I was a hooker or something... I am a TS and thought maybe I overdid it with my wear... I wore a pencil skirt with a long sleeve top...hmmm... As soon as I said that the bartender kinda backtracked and just said "oh I didn't say that, there's just no loitering" then he walked back behind the bar and kept an eye in me ... Everyone at the bar must have heard our conversation because all eyes were on us. I was so embarrassed I just went out the back door to the parking lot to wait there for my date who showed up 2 mins later... The funny thing about all this- there was lady there who appeared to be homeless just pacing back and forth didn't by any drinks and the bartender never said anything to her. Well all wasn't lost my date and I just went to Paradise to have a drink...people who know me in the trans community know I am kind sweet but stay away from places who jump to conclusions... Even though that's not what he actually accused me of, it's all about perception. Have a nice day O.o read more

Definitely recommend this place for Friday nights for Karaoke. Drinks are decently priced. Not sure if or what their happy hour is. Friendly Staff and bartenders. Parking in the rear but scarce, so I recommend an Uber or Lyft. Karaoke is the best part about this bar! read more

Called into this place and the bar tender/manager who answered handed the phone off to one of the customers. The customer didn't know how to hang up the phone so I continued to listen in to them making fun of me for inquiring about their location. Great job! read more

Great spot for Karaoke,.....most extensive book locally. Strong drinks, fun crowd. Mostly gay.

The Neil is a new daytime bartender, at The Broadway! He's fabulous! He's funny, and I had great time with him, and the other patrons. The Broadway misses Carl deeply, but Neil is a fantastic find! read more

I have had many druken shenanigans at the Broadway bar. The kareoke on Fri and Sat night is always a good time and Ernesto the bartender is amazing. The crowd has definitely changed over the years and become a little less than savory, but this bar will always hold a place in my liver. read more

Always a great ambience and wonderful people. Karaoke nights are second to none, Miguel, Sharice and Dane are the best!

I have been here a few times and the service is always excellent. This past Thursday Miguel was my bartender and he is easily the best bartender I've had. He made sure my friend and I were taken care of at all times. He even let me borrow a charger while my phone was dying...Simply the best bartender I've ever had. I followed him to Sweetwater Saturday afternoon and received the same exceptional service. He'll make it a good time every time. read more

I live right up the street so this place is really convenient because me and my friends can stumble back to my place once we've had enough. The drinks are pretty cheap and fairly strong, and Ernesto the bartender (and the girl.. I forgot her name though!!) are really nice. Only thing is, the clientele sort of leaves something to be desired. It used to be fun to go to karaoke once in a while but when non english speaking hustlers attempted to corner me near the only female (LOCKED) restroom.. yeah.. it was time to go. read more

A cool bar to go too to end your night with some Karaoke and cheap drinks. Just be careful some people can be a little territorial with the songs they sing or if you accidently take their seat. Yea that happened. but overall it was fun. read more

Would give a zero stars if possible but could not was refused entry with my valid id and was given stupid ass reasons who they didn't wanna let me in or my I'd made him feel funny but I know I'm only 23 years old but I look like I'm 30 when asked for names was told to grow up there's other bars we don't want you here so I had to walk up the road to another bar after a bad day glad someone wants my money like will be talking to owner personally in the morning read more

There is no one better than my favorite broadway cocktail lounge tender than Miggs aka Miguel he's funny and fast and puts out.

My girlfriend and I have been there a few times and the vibe is always great because the bartenders are so nice and even the locals. Just before we leave it never fails that we end up making new friends too. There are two pool tables and darts. The drinks are inexpensive and strong just how how I like it. We will be going back over the weekend. I love me some Patrick!! read more

Stumbled upon this place a few months ago and been a regular ever since. The vibes are great and everyone is friendly. It is totally divey, two pool tables and a dart board that you can usually find my friends and I at. The staff is great to. LOVE MIGUEL & Dain! They are the best. :) read more

Place was awesome for this out of town we lots of locals who are kind and friendly. Randy helped me out with a phone charger as I didn't charge up. read more

Local spot!!! Like that its walking distance from me. Good drinks for the price. Love that Miguel moved from sweet water. I have met some wonderful people here. Oh and karaoke at its funniest!!! read more

I went here for the first time on Pride. The service was great. It is a total dive, but if you are not picky, it will suit your needs. Brace yourself for popcorn ceilings!! I can't speak to the food because I didn't have any, but I figure this place is a good, local hangout. read more

Ive not only hung out at Broadway but Ive ran Karaoke with my cousin. Yes its a gay bar but the crowd overall is mixed and very respectfull as well as entertaining. We have great bartenders Val and Miguel and theres of course our regulars (me) that participate faithfully in the fun and celebration of life. Ive never been to a more friendly welcoming and comforting bar atmosphere., Music variety is as you request. I give you guys 10 thumbs up!!! Love you! read more

Let me start with one simple word...FABULOUS! Dive bar level aside and having to need a key for the ladies restroom, this place has always been an instant go to when I think "Bar Crawl". I've never had an issue getting a drink in a timely manner and after just a few visit the bar people knew my go to beer. There are two pool tables and a seated area around the back of the bar. With Karaoke every Friday and Saturday night the fun is never not happening. I've gone during the random slow Sunday mornings and have still found a local there who quickly becomes your beer friend. The same people go because those people know what a great place this is. Whether you're straight, gay or otherwise, I would highly recommend this place...it's the happiest gay version of Cheers...where everyone knows your Drink, your choice of song and, with enough drinks in your system....go to dance move. Plus, they have discounted mixed drink nights on Thursday...so you can start your weekends early. What's not to love. They even have parking! read more

Broadway Cocktail Lounge - Corona and singing....ok - Karaoke Near Me - Long Beach, California

LOVE the ambiance. Carl who works the Wed thru Sat morning shift is superb and actually funny with jokes and jesting. Mostly a very fun filled bar with good people who are mainly regulars. Their Sat drink special prices will keep me going there for a long time ! Love their pool tables too ! read more

This bar seems to amaze me every time I visit Long Beach! I love the homeless freaks and jail birds you run into during the night! Thank goodness they don't have those cheap shots served by that old bag lady! That was just... GROSS!!! There is a bartender that has the cutest ass! The cocktails are yummy and prices are super duper cheap! A fun place to get your drink on!!!! read more

I've been here twice for karaoke and have had a BLAST both times. The last time I was here was this past weekend and Miguel was tending the bar. What a riot he is! And adorable, too. I absolutely loved the flair he added to the service he provides. He totally helped make my evening. Karaoke is always fun to watch (I haven't had the nerve to partake just yet). This place is always good for a fun time. Everyone is really friendly. And the drinks are CHEAP and INCREDIBLY stiff. I had a few Jameson and sprites and watched as Miguel filled the glass to about a centimeter from the top with Jameson and then added a minute splash of sprite. Just love it here! read more

This can be a fun hangout with multiple pool tables and friendly people, but they're on the pricy side, especially since they're so close to the "much cheaper for the same thing" Sweetwater. read more