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    Domenico's Belmont Shore

    4.2 (1.4k reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian, Bars
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Ray H.

    Pizza is ok! I got the 3 toppings with pepperoni, sausage and onions. Overall the toppings were good but the crust sucks. I would probably not come back for the pizza but for other items! The place is nice and cozy. They open late at 4pm. Parking can be a pain just like anywhere else on 2nd street. Pizza Rating: 7.0\10

    Eggplant Parmigiana- my favorite
    Laura N.

    Okay, I'm probably the only person in the county who hasn't tried Domenico's. Tonight that has been rectified! What a great staff! Shoutout to Alex and the two Kyles. You laughed at my jokes and provided terrific, over-the-top service. Now the breakdown: Tasty bread basket with a delicious dipping sauce. I ate two. Hubbie was amazed. Eggplant Parm- one of my favorites when I go out for Italian food. Lovely, thin slices of tender eggplant over a generous bed of spaghetti. Enough to enjoy and enough for lunch tomorrow. Very good! Hubbie ordered the portobello stuffed ravioli in a creamy marinara sauce. I stabbed one quickly before he could jump in. He loves mushrooms. He loved it as did I. And he's not a pasta guy (or rice for that matter). I was surprised he put such a dent in the dish. Terramasu (sorry for the spelling) for dessert! So smooth! I took most of it home I was so full after such a great dinner. It's after 11pm now and I couldn't sleep without finishing it off. Domenico's has been in Belmont Shores for decades and the atmosphere is quaint, traditional decor with private booths. Now that I've FINALLY tried this Long Beach staple, I'm planning on going back with family and friends. Great job!

    Street entrance to restaurant
    Robert P. F.

    Domenico's restaurant located at 5339 E. 2nd St. in Belmont Shores in Long Beach is a romantic 60s nostalgic restaurant that holds a lot of charm. When you walk in your greeted by friendly and genuinely happy employees that escort you to your table and it feels like you're swept away in a Hollywood movie set. The restaurant is absolutely beautiful, this is the type of place you want to take family close friends or that special someone you want to impress. The service was impeccable the general manager, our server in the hostess, were just the cherry on top. The food is delicious especially the table bread. We couldn't get enough of it. We ordered the margarita pizza and we kept talking about how amazing it taste. We also ordered the antipasto salad, and I have to say it's probably the best I've ever had. The restaurant is filled with Italian Fragrance of fresh herbs. Restaurant is filled with laughter and kind people and a great vibe. We are definitely gonna make this part of our regular rotation. For an amazing memorable time with absolutely delicious food with amazing atmosphere and a great vibe, give Domenico's restaurant in Belmont Shores a try. Domenico's restaurant gets my 5 star yelp review end my personal recommendation! Bon appétit and enjoy!

    creamy garlic salad
    Cole N.

    We went to Domenico's for a late lunch and the visit started a little rough. There was a busy pickup line, no hostess at the front, and it seemed like they were short staffed. Max, the manager, ended up stepping in and completely turned the experience around. He seated us, took our order, served the food, checked on us, and explained what they were known for. The ground pepperoni pizza was easily the highlight. We did half ground pepperoni and half chicken Alfredo, and the ground pepperoni was a 10/10. Max told us they're the only place in California that has the ground pepperoni pizza, which makes sense because it was definitely the standout. The calamari was also excellent. Big pieces, soft inside, crispy batter, and plenty of marinara. We also tried the creamy garlic salad and chicken marsala, which were both good. The tiramisu was also spectacular, and even though I normally don't like tiramisu, this one was so good. Overall, the food was great, but Max is the reason I wanted to leave a review. He took what could have been a bad first impression and turned it into such a good meal and an excellent experience.

    Enjoying a drink at the bar!
    Amanda P.

    Domenico's is a family favorite of ours! My grandma has been coming here since high school and so has my dad! Very nostalgic for my family. The service is always amazing! Love the busy atmosphere! & the food is always perfection. Must get the ground pepperoni! + if you get there and have to wait, you can grab a drink at the bar!

    Baby J.

    I came home and got ready to go with my parents to eat at Dominico's because I've been wanting to try it after people always say how good it is. I can confirm the service and food was delightful. We got their ground pizza and margarita pizza. My favorite was the ground because it was a bunch of meats and Mariana sauce. And they served us a surprise tiramisu for it being our first time there! Great hospitality!

    Margherita pizza
    S N.

    Let me just tell you about this place, first time here, didn't know what to expect since a lot of Italian places praise themselves into making their own pasta or recipes and at the end of the day they are ok.... Now this restaurant ...truly knows what they are doing!!! We ordered the chicken basil cream pasta and OMG I have never tried something that delicious! I like basil but not so much, my husband wanted to try it and our server also told us it is delicious, so we went for it and thank goodness we did!!! YUMMY TO MY TUMMY!!! Not heavy, perfect blend, tasty beyond words, perfect size too for 1 person and we shared it since we also were ordering another dish and it was great. Second, we ordered a margarita pizza so we can try the dough and ingredients..we added black olives and another successful dish!!! Yummy again!!! Fresh ingredients! Perfect dough! Not overly done with tomato sauce and it was so delicious! Then the manager came to our table to check on us and to see if everything was good, what a nice gentleman! We told him everything was delicious and perfect. We thank him for checking on us and he was very pleasant to talk to. This is the kind of restaurant we will support over and over again. To make our evening more perfect we ordered the tiramisu, just because we wanted to try something they made and they recommended that dessert ....another OMG! ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS and the manager told us it was his own dad recipe ...I was like what??!!! Wow!!! Even better!!! You should have seen my face when I tried the first bite!! WOW!!! To me, Coming from the owner of the restaurant which I'm guessing is about 80 years old or maybe more made it even more special because they've been there since forever, like over 70 years! From 1954!!! the manager was so kind to us. That tiramisu is the best one I have tried in many years! The ambience was great too, almost like a little villa inside of a restaurant. Many tables but comfortable and cozy. We will be back for sure with friends and family, congratulations to the owner and entire staff for being so kind from the host that took us to our table, to the server to the manager and the chef! Whoever is making those dishes in the back THANK YOU! you have a really good hand! Thank you for the wonderful evening! We left super happy and full! Until next time

    Bread of what's left of it!!
    Ly'Derian G.

    Domenico's absolutely delivered! I ordered the lasagna, and every bite was bursting with flavor. The sausage and ground beef were perfectly seasoned, and the lasagna was loaded with rich, gooey cheese. What impressed me most was that I could actually taste the herbs through the cheese, which made every bite even better. And the bread? Let's just say it was so good it might make you want to run around the block and come back for more. Warm, buttery, and packed with herbs, it was impossible to stop eating. The manager/owner has such a delightful and comforting attitude that makes you feel welcomed the moment you walk in. There is a level of elegance and hospitality here that is hard to find. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the entire experience enjoyable. Domenico's has earned a customer for life. I honestly don't plan on stopping until I've tried everything on the menu!

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    Jennifer R.

    Domenico's was a splendid experience. I came here with my brothers to try out the pasta and it was great! First off, the service is amazing! They are very attentive and friendly. Inside, the place is cute and the vibes are fitting. The food options are also plentiful and delicious. Truly such a gem, definitely would come back.

    Brenda R.

    From the moment you walk in the service is top notch! Fast, friendly and so on point! Our waitress offered some suggestions The decor transports you to Italy, it's romantic, a bit nostalgic. It's the oldest restaurant in Long Beach! They make their own pepperoni and gring it by hand for their pizza. It's divine! Their meatballs are giant! And the spumoni ice cream cake...I died and went to heaven! It's street parking but it was a beautiful night! Bathrooms are tidy!

    We have been coming to 2nd street for years. Today was our first time trying the pizza and it did not disappoint. Lucas our server was on point too, he did great.

    Lasagna
    Conrad G.

    Wife & I finally dined here for dinner last Friday (02.06.26). Everything from the time we walked in & up to when we left was absolutely amazing. Enjoyed everything about our visit. Shout out to Kyle & our server Samantha. She was very helpful, attentive & just such a delight! This place offers great classic Italian dishes, great wine & amazing service. Definitely one for the books & definitely worth referring to others to check out.

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    I have, lately been craving spaghetti with marinara and sausage. The places I tried served pasta that is either overcooked or cooked ahead and reheated.…

    Hi - We do cook our pasta to order. Additionally, you can request your pasta to be cooked al dente, which is cooked less creating a firmer texture. We look forward to serving you,… 

    How long have you owned the restaurant?

    While the restaurant is 71 years old (the oldest restaurant in Long Beach), I have been the proprietor for 21 years.… 

    Is there a banquet room for up to 20 people?

    Hi Lynda. Depending on the day, during slower times we have one side of the restaurant which seats about 40 people that we can use for banquets. Our Mission Viejo restaurant does have a private dining room that is more available and seats up to… 

    Can you seat 10 guests indoors with reservation?

    Yes - please call us st (562) 439-0261 to book. Thanks!

    Do you have vegan chesse?

    The

    Is this wood fire or oven?

    We use an old school deck oven with stones. It is not wood fired.

    What time is your lunch special until?

    Can you seat a party of 10 guests indoors

    Do you accept reservations?

    According to their website, for the Belmont Shore location you need to call the restaurant. They do have an option for the Mission Viejo location on the website itself.

    Guten free pizza or other entrees?

    They do offer gluten free pizza and are accommodating of gluten allergies but they are not celiac friendly. Some of their salad dressings are also gluten free.

    Can you make un-cooked pizza so I can freeze and ship? Also, same with the dressing.

    DH, We can make a half baked pizza for you to freeze, but an uncooked pizza will not work. It needs… 

    Are they open for outdoor dining?

    Yes, we have outdoor dining and heaters. We do not accept reservations and tables are limited to a maximum of six people. We have our full menu available.

    What are your lunch hours during the week? Do you still have your lunch special for pizza?

    We are open at 11:30 daily. The pizza and salad lunch special is available Monday-Friday until 3pm.

    What are the vegan options?

    There is a veggie lasagna along with other options.

    Is Domenico's open on Christmas?

    We are open Christmas Eve until 10PM, but we are closed on Christmas Day,

    What kind of desserts do they have?

    Great tiramisu, chocolate cake, cheesecake, Spumoni ice cream, and cannoli

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