Had my 22nd Birthday here last month! The owner was incredibly kind, responsive, and supportive…read morethroughout the entire process, which made planning and execution so much less stressful. I truly felt taken care of from start to finish. The venue itself is spacious, and well-maintained-- I was able to host around 45 guests, with space for a line dancing session, and a mechanical bull. If you're looking for a place to host a special event, I highly recommend this venue!

I couldn't have chosen a better venue for my daughter's first birthday! I live out of town but they…read moremade the party planning so easy as they answered all my texts quick. Nicely kept venue and well organized. I will definitely be booking future events here! 100% recommend!

A great experience great space great security for any small event and not really small pretty big…read moreyou can make it big but if you're looking for something private not at home do you want to get it at the home? This is a perfect space it looks luxurious is spaceship is fresh.

Best places are always slept on....!!! Absolutely gorgeous venue with great service!!! Bre was our…read moreamazing rep! She was very helpful and friendly thru the entire process. Always answered all my questions, and helped meet all my vendors while I was running late. Great prices great locations! Beautiful beautiful beautiful!

I recently visited Los Cerritos Rancho and had such a meaningful experience. From the moment I…read morearrived, I was warmly welcomed by the staff, who took the time to share the rich history of the landmark, including stories about the Bixby family. Walking through the home and gardens truly felt like stepping back in time. There's something incredibly special about being able to see and feel how people lived in the past--it creates a deep sense of connection and nostalgia that's hard to put into words. For me, the visit was also a moment of reflection--appreciating the lives and efforts of those who came before us, and how their contributions shaped the world we live in today. In such a fast-paced, modern era, it felt especially powerful to immerse myself in a place that preserves history so beautifully. I even remembered visiting here as a child, and coming back as an adult gave me a whole new appreciation for it. It's more than just a historical site--it's an experience that invites you to reflect, learn, and reconnect. I highly recommend visiting. It's a beautiful reminder that Long Beach is full of incredible history and hidden gems worth exploring.

Rancho Los Cerritos is a slightly hidden national historic landmark within Long Beach with…read moreGabrielino-Tongva roots. It was once a sheep ranch, cattle ranch, and even serves as an extension of our public library archives for local history. Entrance is free. Parking is free (and close to the entrance). There are volunteer-lead tours as well as printed maps to help you navigate the property. If you're planning to visit I'd set aside a half hour for everything. Bonus tip: they host events.

Kubo continues to be a Filipino-owned community venue that houses a retail space,…read moredisplaying/selling a variety of Pinoy-inspired merch. My wife and I stopped in during a visit to the Bixby Knolls neighborhood of Long Beach, and was impressed by the collection of curated products, neatly displayed across the space. Folks were setting up tables for one of their many cultural events/gatherings, but their space is big enough to handle it while shoppers browse. Their retail space includes a collection of 'Filipino Komiks & Kids Lit' and prints from local/Filipino artists (two of which we've already displayed at our home). This time, ended up bringing home a 'Bangus Pro Shop' ballcap ($24.95) and Filipino Birthday Greeting Card ($5.50). The payment processing is modern, using Shopify, their website platform provider. And their associates continue to be so friendly and helpful. Kubo is just a great place to visit.

A very adorable, empowering space for Filipino Americans (or any Asian Americans) overall! This was…read moresuch a rare find and treat. We parked on the street in front of the store with ease. When we came in, they were setting up for an event later in the day. With that being said, I can tell there is a lot of engagement and activities for the community! My fiancé and I came to stop by, to purchase gifts for a friend. He felt very seen and felt with every little book, trinket, and toy. I also felt delight seeing myself, being represented. I loved seeing the handmade items, small business items being sold, and books. The most impressive part was the books and toys for infants/toddlers. We purchased some "first words in Tagalog" books and a toy. This place is definitely worth visiting! The girls here were very inviting and nice. It was a pleasure stopping by and we hope to come back again!

I highly recommend renting this space for your next event! This place was perfect for what I…read moreenvisioned for my 50th 1960 mod themed birthday party. Tracy was very responsive and accommodating, not to mention so sweet! It is spacious, has 3 bathrooms, photo booth, bar, and commercial refrigerator. This space gives the opportunity to create any theme party and have it come to life. Thank you Tracy!

Absolutely loved this venue! The space is clean, open, and beautifully designed with modern touches…read moreand lots of natural light. The lemon-themed bathroom adds a fun, vibrant touch. Perfect for events, shoots, or gatherings. Highly recommend!

Just called and they actually do not currently have the correct permits to host an event (called…read morespecifically about a wedding), was told that it could be up to five months before they do.

This venue was absolutely wonderful. From the time we met with the wedding coordinator she walked…read moreus thru every detail if we had any questions she responded immediately. The home is beautiful and our reception turned out exceptiona,l they even helped with the set up, ordering linens and furniture they are more then accommodating. Our daughter's wedding was a success and we have the Ahlswede House and staff to thank for it. Many of our guests were in awe of the venue. Thank you all so much! The Coughrans

Went for my sister's birthday, she wanted to share some tea time with my daughter and we loved it!…read more It's so cute, the service was amazing and the tea was delicious. We were never rushed, and even completed the cute list of things to find around the room. It is not cheap, but all the high teas I looked at were about the same price or more. The sandwiches were good and we had all the pastries listed and plenty of fruit. We enjoyed it so much we decided to book it for my daughter's birthday! I got a call from Elena and she was so awesome and excited to have us for the birthday. We are looking forward to the wonderful celebration!

We had a wonderful time celebrating my daughter's 3rd Birthday last weekend and would recommend…read moreDream Come True to any of our friends. The staff was attentive, helpful and kind. They were wonderful with the kids and had lots of costumes to pick from. The kids LOVED the face/arm/hand painting that was done. We brought in our own food for the adults but had the mini pancake brunch with yogurt parfait for the kids. They made it easy to set up the things we brought in and were accommodating for when it came time to leave. Just a note (wish I had thought about asking prior) - they use real nail polish for the kids which isnt a huge issue but I know some parents prefer Piggy Paint or similar! Overall a great time had by both the kids and parents!

Dainty Disco is such a cute and unique craft studio in Long Beach, especially for decoden glue…read morecrafts! There aren't many places like this in the area, so it's a fun and creative spot to check out. I found them on Instagram and decided to go with some friends. I've been to two craft studios that are similar, so my review is based on experiences from other places. The booking process was super easy--you reserve online with a $10 nonrefundable deposit, which goes toward the final cost of your craft. When we went at 3 PM on a Friday, we were the only group there, so we had the whole space to ourselves. Free street parking was available right in front of the store, which was a plus! Just a heads-up, it's located in an older part of Long Beach, so keep that in mind. The studio itself is absolutely adorable - very girly and charming. It's a smaller space but seems like it could accommodate a few larger groups at a time, so if you're planning to go with a big party, I'd recommend inquiring ahead of time. One thing I really appreciated is that there's no per-person studio fee. The craft prices ranged from around $15-$45, which is similar to other craft studios I've been to. You can decorate a variety of items like jewelry boxes, mirrors, photo frames, claw clips, phone cases, and glass cups. There was a nice selection of beads, charms, glitter, and other craft supplies. Their website and Instagram list monthly specials, and this month's Hello Kitty and Sonny Angel-inspired phone buddies were adorable. The owner was incredibly sweet, and you can tell she puts a lot of love into her business. She originally started Dainty Disco as a gift shop, so there's still a small retail section with cute merchandise available for purchase. A couple of minor things could be improved. The lighting inside the studio wasn't the best--it was a cloudy day, which didn't help, but some additional overhead lighting would have been useful for crafting. Also, a few craft options were sold out; for example, they were out of the larger heart jewelry boxes and only had one smaller one left. I think a section on the website that lists the options for crafts with pictures would have been helpful in guiding customers ahead of time for their choices. Overall, we had a great time, and it was nice to support a small business! They also host monthly craft meet-ups, which I'd love to check out in the future. If you're looking for a fun and creative activity in Long Beach, I definitely recommend giving Dainty Disco a visit and I'm down to come back!

Absolutely wonderful experience making my custom trinket for a game I play! There's so many options…read moreto choose from and I was offered alternates for things I wanted but they didn't have at hand. I was accommodated so well, the owner was very nice and cheerful! Will be coming again! Amazing value as well!

False Advertising and Total Failure of a "Speakeasy"…read more This place should not call itself a speakeasy. According to their website, they are strict about dress code, reservations, and no large parties. None of that was enforced. People arrived wearing sports clothes, tennis shoes, and flip-flops, and a group of more than 10 people was allowed in. That group was loud, drunk, and screaming, completely destroying any speakeasy ambiance. We had a reservation booked one week in advance for 2 tables of six, yet by 8:30 pm, we were told no food was available, despite the bar being almost empty. The water was already on the table when we arrived and tasted strongly of chlorine, with no ice. The waitress was clearly new, untrained, and unprepared. She did not know the menu, didn't know how to take an order properly, and provided no guidance whatsoever. There was one bartender Ricardo, who took over an hour to prepare cocktails and showed no sense of urgency or care. The dramatic cocktail descriptions sounded impressive, but the drinks did not match the descriptions at all. Because of the delays, we were never even able to properly toast or celebrate our friend. The charcuterie board took forever and arrived with an absurd amount of cheese and only six pieces of bread. To make things worse, part of the food we ordered never arrived at all. The live jazz band advertised and promised never showed up. When asked, the staff responded with: "I don't know, they were supposed to be here. I don't have their phone number." That level of disorganization is unacceptable. At the end of the night, we were shocked to receive a check close to $600 for two tables, despite each person only having one cocktail and shared food. The bartender, Ricardo, approached us and said: "Well, sorry, we really tried tonight! It wasn't the best, but we tried." Honestly, that comment made the experience even more frustrating. I can't imagine how bad it would have been if they hadn't "tried."That statement perfectly summarizes the problem -- trying is not enough when everything fails. I would not recommend this place for a speakeasy experience. This is not a speakeasy. It's a poorly run bar hiding behind a concept it does not deliver. Do not recommend.

I give it a 1 because 0 was not an option. Absolute disaster. Avoid this place at all costs. What…read morewas supposed to be a classy night celebrating a 50th birthday turned into a complete nightmare. This is not a speakeasy, it's a tiny, rundown bar pretending to be something it's not. The staff was inexperienced, dismissive, and unprofessional. Drinks were outrageously overpriced and took forever to arrive. The food was a joke, a $60 charcuterie board made up of cheap grocery store cheese, ham, and crackers that didn't come close to justifying the price. We were served warm water that tasted like chlorine, and the response from staff was literally "I don't know, I just work here." At one point both waitresses vanished, leaving the bartender overwhelmed and everything grinding to a halt. The live jazz band they advertise never showed up, and staff had no explanation or contact info. The so-called dress code was completely ignored, with groups in jeans and sneakers flooding in, turning the place loud, chaotic, and classless. This place delivers nothing it promises. It's not a speakeasy, it's a poorly run bar that shouldn't be in business. Strongly do not recommend, and honestly, I want my money back.

It's been a while but I know it's been recently renovated. What I love is that it's local.read more

Attended a Long Beach State Women's Athletics Scholarship event not too long ago. The venue itself…read moreis big and we were upstairs in the hall with super high ceilings. There were about 100-150 people in attendance and the layout worked well. The staff itself were very helpful, cordial and Hors De'oeuvres were tasty. The acoustics were so-so, because my table was about 40 ft away and could hardly make out what the speakers were saying. I guess that would also depend on how many speakers are out and depending on the package that was paid for. Overall, this place is not bad. It was a good venue that was clean, organized and it got the job done.