My girlfriend and I were looking for a caffeine boost to get us through Sunday when we stumbled…read moreupon Recreational Coffee in Downtown Long Beach. A very welcoming vibe upon entry, we were greeted by a friendly couple who answered our questions about popular drink flavors. We decided to go with a Hot Cinnamon Dulce Latte and an Iced Blueberry Lavender Latte. While waiting, there were plenty of chairs, tables, a comfy couch and even a bar area to sit and relax. Tons of board games, books and wonderfully mellow music helps make the experience feel comforting and inviting. Our drinks were prepared quickly and shouted at the coffee bar for pickup. The presentation was great, but the flavors, out of this world! The Cinnamon Dulce Latte was OUTSTANDING. So good, in fact, that my girlfriend stole it from me! Not to worry, her Blueberry Lavender Latte was also top-notch, with a smooth, not-to-sweet flavor combination. Friendly staff (which comes with occasional karaoke renditions from the Bluetooth speakers), a chill vibe and outstanding drinks make this a top spot in the area for hardcore coffee lovers. Check them out!

Visited this place on a Saturday morning. I popped in and popped out with an okay drink. I…read morepreviewed the menu and the Sonora town Horchata latte called my name. Ordered and it didn't take long at all to get it. Did they even add espresso? Who knows because the latte was weak. It barely had any hint of coffee. I asked if the latte was sweet and they said it wasn't. After the first sip I could just taste all sweetness no espresso. Recreational coffee do you guys add espresso to the lattes? Maybe I should have ordered something else not sure.

Best place to play basketball. Courts regularly maintained…read more 3 full courts. Clean, free ball check out, bench seating. Calling all basket ball playing alumni's, join up!

I really wish this gym was closer to my home. Being an alumni, I had gone back but the driving…read moredistance and lack of parking to enter the facility makes it really tough. Anyways, from my undergrad experience, the rock climbing wall was one of the best to get people into rock climbing. Secondly, the indoor running track provides space to the overall gym giving it a less crowded environment, and the equipment provided was well utilized. You often had people hogging the weight section so there was never really a good time to use that. The yoga and pilates classes or individual courses were offered but it never seemed to be around when a majority of students were available to use it. I really liked the Robeks that was on the first floor. I'm not sure if it's there anymore, but it's nice to had a large indoor seating area to eat before you actually went into the gym to study.

Your staff were courteous and professional. The Swan boats, however, are ill-maintained. The…read morerudders were ineffective and steering the boat was hard.

Spontaneously decided to go with my 3 other friends while just walking around Long Beach after an…read moreevent nearby. You had to book it on the website but it was so easy and fast that I was able to book it while in line. They need an ID before you can start so don't forget that! My one thing I would be whiny about is that the life vest pile had some dirty stained ones but we managed to pick out some clean looking ones from the piles. They have a separate bin for when you leave and there is a guy that apparently cleans them after. Overall we had a very chill and relaxing swan ride. Remember you don't need to be paddling the whole hour unless you want your legs to feel like jelly after. Staff was very friendly and even helped us take a group photo in the end.Would not mind going here again, definitely worth it for the good memories.

My husband booked this for us for a valentine ghost themed movie moment and I love it! Our teacher…read morewas so patient and helped us when we screwed up on building the clay up haha We did three different bowls/cups with different styles and it cost $8-$10/ea to take our bowls home with us. It wasn't too bad. This was the first time we've done pottery, and honestly I would try it again! A great experience and super fun!

Went for a private event for my bestie's birthday back in January - the class was great and our…read moreinstructor deserves 5 stars for being super enthusiastic yet patient with our group of 9 people (especially since we were all beginners). He seemed extremely passionate in what he does! Giving a low rating just because of our experience with front desk staff. We come in super cordial just to be met with stank attitudes. A few weeks after our session, we called the place to follow up on our pieces and the woman on the phone sounded rude about us asking about it. We went to pick up our pieces recently and the woman at the front desk definitely sounded like the one we talked to on the phone, same voice and same unwelcoming attitude. As if our presence ruined her day or us picking up our pieces was such a drastic request for her to do.

Just beautiful indeed. Signal Hill is a park in LB where the city is kissed by the Pacific Ocean…read morewind, wrapped in sunset gold and then fades into lavender by the setting sun. During the day, you can oversee the vibrant city and palm trees doing its thing. By night, it becomes a place I like to call a small piece of heaven. Silence and the skyline are met. The people around just watch and stare in awe. You just get lost in the moment and for once feel great about living.

Come on down and enjoy the lights!! Across the fire station…read moreand near the city hall. Enjoying the 100th year, free light shows and pictures.

Beautiful sunset, calm tide, peaceful, relaxing, perfect spot to spend a day at the beach is pretty…read moreclean not clear, but has its great benifits

Bluff Park in Long Beach is one of those spots that just feels easy to love. It sits right on a…read morebluff above the sand, with wide open, unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and steady, gentle sea breezes that make it perfect for a relaxed walk any time of day. And it's completely free. At the top, there's a flat, grassy path that runs along Ocean Boulevard, and it's great for walking, jogging, or pushing strollers. You'll see a steady mix of locals and visitors out here, from joggers getting in miles, families strolling, and plenty of dog walkers taking advantage of how dog-friendly the whole area is. Getting down to the beach is simple too, thanks to multiple staircases that drop from the bluff to the sand below. From there, you can connect to the roughly three mile paved pedestrian and bike path that runs along the shoreline. Parking along Ocean Boulevard is generally pretty easy to find and often free, which makes it even more convenient than most coastal spots. And if you want to make a day of it, you're within walking distance of a lot of local favorites like the Bixby Park farmers market, neighborhood juice bars, and a bunch of casual, dog-friendly restaurants. Seriously, Long Beach is a city that LOVES their pups! The park itself is also home to some nice touches of history and scenery, including historic architecture nearby and the Lone Sailor Memorial, a bronze statue overlooking the ocean that honors the U.S. Navy and Long Beach's naval roots. All in all, Bluff Park feels like one of the most beautiful parks in Long Beach. It's simple, scenic, and right on the water, with unbeatable ocean views and an atmosphere that works just as well for locals as it does for visitors.

The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden is a beautiful spot if you are looking for a peaceful walk…read moresurrounded by Japanese foliage and well-maintained landscaping. The garden features a large pond filled with koi, including around 30 big koi and what looks like hundreds of smaller ones they are raising. It is a relaxing place to watch the fish swim by and enjoy the scenery. One of the best parts is that visiting is free, but you do need to make a reservation ahead of time. They allow up to six people per reservation, and they typically do not take walk-ins, so plan ahead before coming. The garden itself is on the smaller side, and the walking path takes about 15 minutes at a casual pace. Still, there are plenty of places to sit and enjoy the surroundings. You will find charming bridges, small waterfalls, lily pads throughout the pond, and even a little Zen garden area. Even though it is compact, the peaceful atmosphere and the well-kept grounds make it a great visit. I highly recommend stopping by if you are in the area and want a quiet, refreshing escape.

Beautiful, yes. Quiet, yes. But the staffs really do make people uncomfortable. As if they're the…read morestrict parents or mall cops, telling you to move, to not stand there too long, no picture setup, don't stop for more than 30s, don't talk too loud The garden is the size of a small practice soccer field and there are at least 10 staffs

Beautiful place to enjoy nature. There are a lot of squirrels that are not afraid of humans. The…read moreduck pound has tons of activities going on depending what time of day you visit. Ducks, turtles, and sometimes fishing. Tons of walking, biking, pet strolls, picnics, workouts, baseball and soccer sport.. Great place to relax.

Heartwell Park is one of our favorite parks to visit to go on walks the park itself has lots of…read moretrees and shade. The park has a lake in the middle with a lot ducks and birds. This lake is super long and goes for about three blocks long, some portions of the park has baseball and soccer fields.

El Dorado Regional Park West is part of the larger 640 acre park. Although the East park charges…read morefor parking, there is plenty of free street parking on Studebaker here. This is a great place to picnic, do outdoor activities and walk your dog. On this side of the park, you'll find 6 baseball diamonds, a 15-court tennis center, 2 basketball courts, a skateboard park, a disc golf course, soccer fields, a golf course, a community center and a newly renovated duck pond. I've been waiting years for the duck pond to be complete and I like what they've done. You can finally walk all around it and it is so peaceful. The area is teeming with ducks, geese, seagulls, coots, and other birds. There are even turtles in the pond.

Huge park! Very friendly, dog & kid friendly as it was definitely crowded a bit with kids, and dogs…read morewere for the most part on a leash. A spacial and chill environment, nothing unusual. Everyone minds their business and/or sometimes greet. Parking was available. Away games happens at this park. Overall, this park was amazing for my first time being there.

A great spot when the weather is nice. Love everything…read moreabout it, except for one woman who seems to have a strange fascination with a family member. Constantly making strange remarks, making you feel uncomfortable. Hopefully this isnt a job that she intends to stay at. Time to move on when you play gate keeper with people. Passive aggressive behavior. Anticipating a change for any future visits.

So many rules don't make sense no fun at all if u thought it was bad before now they are enforcing…read moreall the rules