Loaded Cafe - Long Beach

Locally sourced ingredients

Women-owned & operated

Excellent food with variety and many vegetarian options. Great service and ambiance. Would…read moredefinitely come back to try more items on the menu!

Faryn was an absolute rock star of a server. She had great recommendations, was wonderfully…read morecommunicative and went above and beyond to help me when I split my bill incorrectly. I would absolutely come back and ask to be in her section again.

Freshly baked pita

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BO-beau kitchen + roof tap

4.3(3.5k reviews)

1.7 mi

•$$$

A New Job, A New Milestone & A Chance to Rewrite the Narrative…read more My best friend and I have a tradition of celebrating new jobs with a nice dinner. Since this was her new job and a major milestone, I let her choose the restaurant. She had visited Bo-Beau last year but didn't get the full experience, so this was her chance to rewrite the narrative. And it was truly night and day. I researched the restaurant beforehand and was excited to see that Bo-Beau is part of the Cohn Restaurant Group, which I mostly associate with San Diego and South Orange County. After this experience, I really hope they're here to stay. I noted on our reservation that we were celebrating her new job, and for once, the restaurant actually read the note and acknowledged it. From the moment we walked in, the hospitality was excellent. The hostess welcomed us downstairs, another staff member greeted us when we reached the rooftop, and our server quickly followed up. Then came the surprise: complimentary champagne for both of us. It was such a thoughtful gesture, especially because those little celebratory touches seem to be increasingly rare. Our server was also patient with our questions and attentive throughout the evening without being intrusive. We spent about 2.5 hours enjoying dinner and catching up over: Baked Brie Brussels Sprouts Steak Frites Everything was flavorful, and the entire experience felt relaxed, peaceful, and worth the price point. The food was great, but the hospitality is what earned the 5 stars for me. Real hospitality is paying attention to the guest, recognizing the occasion, and making people feel genuinely welcomed. My best friend got the celebration she wanted -- and a much better Bo-Beau experience this time around. Will definitely be returning!

I really like this place, although I will provide some constructive criticism because I really want…read morethis place to continue to succeed. The arugula prosciutto flatbread needs to be reworked, way too much arugula, not enough prosciutto, and it's bland. Also it would be better with chicken, but why do you have to buy the whole chicken to put on it? The Duck Bolognese was great, but again the meat was hard to find, and the mushrooms were too numerous. The lack of meat in the dishes, coupled with the extra service charge (which you can have removed), doesn't exactly provide an aura of success. All that aside, this place is amazing. The rest of the food was great, excellent service, the best old-fashioned in SoCal, and the place is beautifully designed, giving it an incredible ambience.

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Crispy calamari

Saint & Second

4.3(3.6k reviews)

3.1 mi

It's been a while since I found a New American restaurant that I thoroughly enjoyed everything I…read moreordered. Saint & Second just hits the spot for me! For starters, we got the Parker House Rolls, which comes with truffle butter, local citrus honey, and grana padano cheese. These rolls were so fluffy and flavorful. We also ordered the hummus, which was so rich and creamy, and the oysters from the raw bar. For the main, we ordered the Smoked & Glazed Pork Chop, Fish & Chips, and the Wedge salad to share. And let me tell you, that everything was so good. The Smoked & Glazed Pork Chop came with a whole show, where staff would bring out the dish in a smoke-infused glass dome and open the dome when presented on the table so we can smell and see all the smoke. Not only was it beautiful to look at, but it tasted just as beautifully. The meat was melt-in-your-mouth tender, and the rainbow swiss chard, cheddar grits, candied pecans, and avocado honey helped balance out all the juiciness from the meat. They use haddock fillet for the Fish & Chips, which was fried to perfection. The Wedge Salad is what actually knocked my socks off! This was one of the best wedge salads that I've ever had. It had your key ingredients: iceberg, buttermilk dressing, red onion, crumbled egg, tomato, bacon gastrique, blue cheese, dill, chives - but something about this salad was different! It was so refreshing, flavorful--just everything you want in a dish. We ended the dining experience with their Peach Cobbler Hand Pie, which came with streusel, pistachio crumble, salted caramel, and vanilla ice cream. Can't wait to go back when I'm in the area!

Food was good, the calamari with the Aioli was the best thing I had. The fried chicken was alright…read morealongside the cob salad, but nonetheless it was a good time. Service was phenomenal, our waiter kept on checking in and was extremely polite and charismatic. Ambiance of this restaurant is always cool and collective, along with a slight luxury feel. Great atmosphere, service workers seem to be content as well, love that.

Private Dining Room

Pistachio

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Shirley Temple and fruity non alcoholic drink

Ellie's

4.3(1.4k reviews)

Amazing bday dinner Just not good parking so take an uber…read moreSo many different things than regular restaurants Love the pasta and appetizers and even dessert Service was amazing Great spot for a bday dinner Ambience was quiet inside during the summer as everyone else was dining outdoors

food was pretty good for the price, as far as experience goes i wish it was a bit better. The…read morelighting after the sun went down was not flattering, some hanging lights would be a great contribution to the environment! Staff was nice but our waiter was not super attentive, didn't ask if I wanted anything to drink aside from water, didn't ask for my main course so I will be surprised to see his choice i guess? update: he gave me the chicken, wasn't a huge fan of this, the sauce tasted similar to ketchup so it was basically just ketchup covered chicken :/ vegetarian section: my partner is vegetarian and emailed a week prior to our meal, she asked them about the vegetarian options for the prix-fix monday supper and we never heard back. Upon arrival we found that all the main courses are just substituted with cali flour. This wasn't a great option, but the cali flour itself was fine, just kinda sad that they didn't have a better option for vegetarians. after some thought, moved this down to a 2 star experience.

Interior

Hangar Steak Hash

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Mafaldine with spicy sausage

Sideburns

4.3(392 reviews)

1.3 mi

Random little neighborhood joint with a funky flair. Menu is extensive and the food matches the…read moremood! All of our food was amazing. We came all the way from Santa Clarita and we're not disappointed. Past all the namebrand places by the aquarium and came here and we're not disappointed. I had the work burger, which has fried portobello mushrooms. Others in our group had grilled cheese and poutine burger, and Italian burger and the hotdog and the breakfast burritos. No one was disappointed actually, we were surprisingly pleased with our selections. Sleeper items are the fried cheese curds by themselves. Make sure you get these. Also the onion rings are batter dipped. And beyond delicious! Only bummer is the drinks are cans, so if you need more than one drink, be prepared to pay for each can. The food was super delicious!!

We stopped by here because it was late and they were still open. Another reason I wanted to try it…read morewas because they served poutine, and I'm always on the lookout for places that offer it. It was really loud during our visit. I'm not sure if it's always that lively on Friday nights, but it was the weekend of Warped Tour, so there was a lot of music and energy. If you're looking for a quieter meal, this may not be the best night to visit. The food itself was good, but the wait was much longer than expected. We waited almost 40 minutes for our order. Unfortunately, my burger was also made incorrectly. I ordered the Bacon Bleu Burger but was served a different burger instead. Not quite sure what it was, but it had mushrooms and American cheese. Since we had already waited so long, I decided to just eat it rather than send it back. The burgers were flavorful, but they were smaller than I expected for the price, and they don't come with fries. To round out my meal, I ordered the poutine fries. They were decent. The fries were nice and crispy, which I appreciated. My husband ordered the Burger Don Chendo, and that ended up being the standout of the night. I usually don't like spicy food, but this burger had just the right amount of heat without being overwhelming. Overall, the food was enjoyable, but between the long wait, the incorrect order, and the portion size for the price, the experience was a bit hit-or-miss. I'd be willing to give them another try, especially for the Don Chendo burger, but I'm hoping for a smoother experience next time.

Inside dining art

Smash Burger with tots - @rayz

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Inside Decor

The Attic

4.2(8k reviews)

2.3 mi

Had such a great experience at The Attic in Long Beach! Erik D. took care of us and was incredibly…read morekind and attentive from start to finish -- the kind of service that makes a meal even better. He made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling rushed. Will absolutely be back, and hoping to get Erik again next time. Highly recommend!

Erik was great! He was so friendly and the service was great. can't wait to come back.read more

Covered bar area.

Chocolate croissant

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Mac & Cheetos

Broken Spirits Distillery

4.6(1.1k reviews)

I had an incredible experience with some of the best service I've ever had! Throughout the evening,…read moreJoey, the bartender, made sure everyone felt welcome and was kind and attentive. He was excellent at what he did and infused the environment with such tremendous energy. If you want delicious cocktails and top-notch service, you should definitely stop by and ask for him!

Joey was a fantastic bartender and gave me some of the best service I've ever received! He ensured…read morethat everyone had a wonderful time and was amiable and attentive. His unique beverage was undoubtedly one of the highlights, and it must be reintroduced! You already know you're in capable hands if Joey is working.

Indoor seating

Baked Brie

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Outdoor seating area

Kin Long Beach

4.6(2.3k reviews)

garlic noodle shrimp and thai tea was bomb shi. Food so…read moredelish the crab rangoon and sticky rice were very delightful and tasteful. Tasted every atom of food on my tongue. 100% recommend

We came here around 5:30 on a Friday and were seated immediately. They don't take reservations…read moreunless you're a big group but we had no trouble getting a table for 2. The colossal crab fried rice is our favorite and it's soo good and filling. The pad see ewe with beef is also a solid pick as well as the yellow curry with chicken, comes with a white rice on the side. The thai tea was good and a big portion of, however the strawberry lemonade was very odd and did not taste like a strawberry lemonade at all. It was very sour and tart and was almost like a lemon soda with strawberry syrup? Very carbonated and not what we expected.

Dining Area

Crisp veggies flavorful beef

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Mango beef curry

The Ordinarie

4.2(966 reviews)

Dear Team at The Ordinarie Tavern,…read more The Ordinarie has officially become one of our favorite places! We love it so much that we cannot wait to bring more of our friends and family. During our visit, we wanted to try everything on the menu. The presentation was very nice, the food and the cocktails was delicious, the portions were just right and the prices were reasonable. Booking a reservation was super easy. I reserved a patio table for 6 guests at 6:30pm on a Friday night in the middle of summer! I was easily able to modify it and received text verification of my reservation. I didn't pay a dime to use the online booking system. The ambiance was very nice, semi private and the weather was perfect However, the best part of our evening was our server, Isabella. She was incredibly welcoming, attentive, animated, and knowledgeable. She truly made our night! With much gratitude, Brenda

Had a delicious meal here! I had a side salad with a citrusy vinaigrette and the chicken with…read moremushrooms and rice. I loved the flavors and heartiness of the meal. Oh also the espresso martini was a classic style one and I loved it too

Drink specific cocktail glass

Grilled Chicken Sandwich|ISM Beer

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Navy Grog

Dolores

4.1(1.5k reviews)

1.4 mi

Dolores, what can I say...exceptional! I've been coming here since when it was previously The…read moreSocial List. The food, service, just the overall hospitality never disappoints! The restaurant is family owned, and they not only treat their patrons like family, but they treat their staff with the utmost support and love. The food! Every single item I have eaten thus far has been so delicious! Today I had the pot roast....so damn good! My husband had his favorite: the western bacon vegan cheeseburger. He says it tastes better than Carls Jr! We also had the Kung Pao Cauliflower...it has just enough of a spicy kick that doesn't overwhelm the rest of the taste. They also do a once a month event called on a Tuesday called the Good Luck Vinyl Club. It's a listening session focused on one particular album. Speciality cocktails are made the for the event along with a limited menu selection since it's get really packed and sells out! I would highly recommend going to this event if you can! The ambiance, its open air space and very welcoming. It's a wonderful spot to gather with your friends, family, or even if you go solo! It's a must go to spot and has deep roots in the Long Beach community! Thank you Navarro family! What a great place to call my favorite restaurant (along with your Lola's, of course!)

Went to check out Delores. Greeted by a young gal who gave…read moreus menus to peruse as we stood outside. We decided to go check out a different place. We left the menus and were standing outside the restaurant looking at our phones. A server (Tall stocky dude with dark hair and scraggly beard) decided he didn't like us standing there and asked if we needed any help not once not twice but three times, each time escalating to a shout. we ignored him and I think that might have triggered him? It was a very odd exchange and we won't ever be back. He was rude and made us feel very uncomfortable as we chose to ignore him. Totally unprofessional. Do better!!!

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Pulled Pork and Artichoke Flatbread and Peanut Butter French Toast Waffle. Both so good!!

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Chilaquiles

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Maggy Z.

1 year ago

After hearing great things about Loaded Cafe's food and drinks, I decided to finally give it a try. We were seated right away, which was a good start. I ordered the iced coffee flight (which I was really looking forward to) and my mom got a regular hot coffee. It took a while for our server to come back and take our food order, which wasn't ideal. We ordered the chilaquiles verdes, chorizo and eggs, and a French toast to share. Unfortunately, the food was a bit underwhelming. The chilaquiles were disappointing--no cheese, no sour cream, just chips, salsa, and eggs, with a side of cold beans. The chorizo and eggs were the highlight of the meal--hard to mess that up. The French toast lacked flavor and was slightly undercooked. The biggest letdown was the service. Our server never checked on us after taking our order, and we had to flag down another server (who seemed annoyed) just to get assistance. No refills, no follow-up. Overall, I wanted to love this place, but between the mediocre food and poor service, I left disappointed. Not sure I'd rush back anytime soon. read more

Moni L.

8 years ago

I was a bit skeptical about this place taking some reviews here on yelp, I have paid two visits this passed week and removed my original one to better my whole thought on this place. Originally, my waitress was named Veronica. As for my first visit she made it fantastic and fulfilled all my needs. She's pretty generous and hilarious if you ask me. As for my second visit, I decided to switch up my order and try their waffles. I might be a little strange for being that type of person to visit multiple times but this location brings a homelike feeling. Today I was sat and served by Stephanie. I was interested in getting the supreme combo and I wasn't so sure if I wanted plain pancakes (taking I had waffles in mind). Soon enough ANOTHER great waitress available to make modifications to my order. She suggested to get my desired waffle for a bit extra. As said in my original review, this place is all and all amazing. Service is greatly displayed through all the staff. This is my official Yelp review and I'm officially going to become a regular! Let's go loaded cafe! read more

adam f.

14 years ago

I am truck driver and frequently eat at different restaurants almost every day in last 5 days i have been in 10 restaurant in 5 different state i measure food with quality value, portion they serve the coffee was good the 4.99 breakfast was great 2 bacon, pancakes, hash brown, 2 eggs i had break fast the day before in Dennys restaurant and I-Hop the day before these two restaurants the bacon was so thin i could see through the bacon not this place the bacon was so thick i actually could chew on it hash brown was cooked very good brown and crunchy on both side fully cooked on inside without burning the hash brown. the pancake as fully cooked and egg was very good. The server she was quick with coffee and taking care of us, I wished they were in Houston would gone there frequently will visit if we come back to long beach CA. Price, portions,taste, quality all excellent very clean also.will recommend read more

Chesney T.

8 years ago

While traveling from Michigan we stayed the night at the motel 6 . My wife and I had several options for dinner and we decided to try loaded cafe next door to our hotel. WOW!!! As soon as we walk in we was greeted by Leslie and Stephanie. They both we very cheerful and Stephanie seated us right away. The attention to the details of our order was unbelievable. Stephanie is a natural. FYI special notice pay attention to these two workers. They both made us feel from the moment we walked into the door that we had made the right choice. Management look for a manager position for these two employees. We have never ate here before but I recommend anyone in the area call first see if Stephanie is working. I'm sure you will feel the same read more

Chhiya C.

7 years ago

So we came before it was decent but today was so disappointing the restaurant was not that busy but for some reason they sat us in the back were no one can see and there was booth open. I was pissed but I dont like saying anything cause I don't want spit in my food not saying they will but if they sit you in the back were no one can see you yeah like I trust this place. Feel like they put us in the back so no one could see us so I will never come again service was ok after you say something that when they wanna sit you somewhere els but dont be nice after you did what you did maybe I'm over exaggerating cause I dont like to be hidden in the back like I dont matter bit never again will I step in here again. read more

Wen D.

2 years ago

I recently visited this location and had a fantastic experience. the food was exceptional and the service was top-notch! The flavors were rich, and the portions were generous. Our server was attentive and friendly, making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. However, the one drawback was the surprising $4 credit card transaction fee added onto our bill. While I understand that businesses have expenses, it seems excessive considering banks charge much lower fees per transaction. I find this action very unreasonable. Overall, I would recommend Loaded Cafe for the quality of food and service, but be aware of the additional fee if you plan to pay by card. read more

Danny Ernesto N.

1 year ago

Just visited Loaded Cafe in Long Beach and had such a great experience! The food was delicious -- I ordered the Machuca torta and chilaquiles, and both were packed with flavor and cooked perfectly. The torta was loaded (pun intended) and super satisfying, and the chilaquiles had the perfect amount of crunch and sauce. Service was on point too -- the staff was friendly and made sure everything was taken care of without being overbearing. Definitely one of those spots where you leave full and happy. Highly recommend if you're looking for a solid, tasty brunch or breakfast spot in the area. I'll be back for sure! read more

Abraham S.

14 years ago

It is a great place, very nice customer service and delicious food, you might get the feeling that you are in the wrong place or neighborhood specially if you are visiting L.A "Long Beach" , but once we got seated every thing got changed, all of us me, my wife,my 5 years old boy and 2 years old daughter had a real great time and food. if you really want to compare it to ihop , I will give ihop 2 stars and 5 stars to loaded kitchen. I will definitely go there again whenever im in the area. Please keep up the great food and customer service. read more

Sylvia L.

8 years ago

The food here is delicious! If you have a sweet tooth you will love this place. They are very generous with their servings. The service was good as well. My family and I were greeted immediately upon entering and were seated. The server, Stephanie was so sweet and kind. She made us feel welcomed which is very important to me. I'm not one to leave reviews but I was very impressed with this place. Everyone in my family got something different and we were all amazed by the quality of the food. I'm happy I discovered this place! read more

Erick H.

11 years ago

This is the best place ever.The manager welcomed me and lead me to my table.My server was awesome.I ordered coffee and she made sure that my coffee didn't get empty.I ordered the wing basket.The buffalo wings was the was part.The habanero ketchup was the best ketchup I ever tried and it was kinda spicy.The place was clean and it was quiet.All I want to say is manager keep doing the best you can.I hope you guys stop by and eat here you won't regret it.I love Loaded Kitchen Cafe. read more

Jackie C.

109

7 years ago

I really really really wanted to like this place. It's a cute cafe but.. after waiting an hour we were so disappointed. The food did not justify the high prices. The service was neglectful and never checked in on us. Come on.. breakfast is really hard to screw up on but they managed. Over hard eggs were just short of over easy.. the toast came out after 10 more minutes of waiting. We won't be giving lunch or dinner a try sorry. read more

Jeni H.

3 years ago

So, stumbled upon this place and it was a total surprise package! The place had a relaxed diner vibe, and the staff and servers were very friendly. The food option was great- traditional Mexican and American. The whole experience was like hanging out with friends and family while munching on some seriously tasty grub. We also took home some delicious cakes. This spot's now on my brunch radar for sure. Can't wait to go back! read more

Kassandra D.

8 years ago

Today my husband took me here for breakfast and it was absolutely amazing. Since it was mothers day, it was really busy but we got seated really fast. Our waitress, Edith, was the best. She always kept checked up on us to make sure we had everything we needed. My husband and I both ordered french toast and it was delicious. I would definitely recommend this place. So far, it's the breakfast I've had. read more

Carlos S.

8 years ago

Decided to try Loaded Cafe today to avoid the typical busy restaurants on Mother's Day and was happy I did. Great service, short wait, and delicious food. Definitely try the crepes if you come here. Family ordered the chilaquiles and chorizo and eggs and they were very happy with their selections as well. Our waitress, Edith, was friendly and attentive which made the experience that much better. read more

Contemporary D.

1 year ago

I got an order of crunchy enchiladas and a Jamaica drink. The crunchy enchilada is not you traditional enchilada but most likely Chilaquiles. The Jamaica drink is a little bit too sweet for my taste. Beside those two observations the Conchitas calientes with coffee taste great. I'm giving it 5 starts because the food is more like home made and taste great. read more

Anthony G.

275

1 year ago

I've been to Loaded Cafe a few times now, and it never disappoints. The food is delicious and the portion sizes are huge -- definitely worth the price. I ordered the steak and eggs and it's full of flavor. The staff was friendly and the service was fast even though the place was packed. This is definitely one of my go-to breakfast spots. Highly recommend! read more

Michele C.

10 years ago

This cafe hands down is the best place to eat while your stay in long beach! As soon as you walk in the door you get greeted not only by one staff member but all the staff. They are sooo welcoming. Plus the food is great!!! Our hotel is right next restaurant and we ate breakfast here during all whole stay! I highly recommend the load cafe to everyone!!! read more

Brian A.

11 years ago

This is the best place I ever been.This is also the best place in Long Beach. The service was outstanding and the place was super clean. The little piggy combo was bomb and also the caramel blintz I tried. The manager and my server kept on checking on us. If you ever want to go to a good place I highly recommend you guys to come and try this place. read more

Freddy L.

11 years ago

Loaded Kitchen is the best place in Long Beach.I like how they keep the place clean and the service is freaking amazing.My favorite omelette is the Sirloin Omelette.The meat is so soft and very juicy.I tried the new york cheese pancakes and they were so good.I recommend this place people.Thank you Loaded Kitchen you guys are the best. read more

Adam R.

11 years ago

This is the best place I ever ate.The best part was the food.The sirlion omelette was tasty and juicy.The fresh strawberry lemonade was so good even though i wanted a refill but there is no free refills for it.The service was off the hook.I give thanks to all the servers and cooks.Loaded kitchen is the best i recommend this place. read more

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It's our second time to Black Pork, but this time we went to try their LB food scene week specials…read more I remember my first time trying out this place was really good too, although maybe at that time I ordered too much of fried and fatty stuff haha so it felt heavy. This time we ordered the specials which come with empanada (potatoes and chorizo), mussels in some sort of "curry" like sauce, and and braised short rib with rice (you can also choose mashed potatoes instead of rice). You order at the counter, so we pay ahead. The verdict: wow. Everything was just wow. Such a great combination of food, I shared it with my bf and the whole thing was $31 before tax and tip. It was so good. The empanada was probably one of the best one in the city (the only contender is selva's empanada), the mussels were so good and the sauce too. Short rib with rice was amazing. It has more fat than meat lol but still really delicious. We brought our dog and they have a front patio with high chairs. It was a nice day so it worked out perfectly. The neighborhood is a little "sketchy" to me, this restaurant is literally surrounded by dive bars. I would imagine if they were located in downtown or 4th st, or Belmont then it would be so packed. But then maybe it would be even way more expensive. The price right now is great for what you get. Go try this place if you appreciate tasty food!

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After having my eye on this place and driving by countless times, I finally got to try it…read more Greeted by possibly the owner at the register, gave us details on flavor and ingredients that was insightful. I loved that they not only make their tortillas but they also make vegan ones! And they taste just as good as the real ones lol. I got the breakfast bowl w nopales since I'm vegetarian, and a side of salsa verde. Soooo good. Flavorful, beautiful, delicious and quite hearty. My friend got the spicy habanero and creamy green salsa one I forgot the name but the creamy green was my fav. For my drink I went w the Jamaica milk tea- so good and unique I loved it. Looking around plenty of people were grubbing the breakfast burritos. They looked EXQUISITE. Plenty of seating indoor, playing good music as well. Big beautiful windows facing 4th street. The energy was nice in here. I'll definitely be back to try the chilaquiles and matcha...and everything else on the menu. Thank you for a lovely experience.

I ran out of matcha powder and was craving a matcha latte so I decided to treat myself. This was…read morenot the kind of matcha I was expecting for a cafe to make. I think if you want to serve a popular drink like matcha then you should learn how to prepare it properly and use quality ingredients. I called and asked what ingredients they use and they said it was some cultivator or something idk but it seems like they use some cheap matcha powder bc the taste is not there. I ordered on DoorDash and was not able to get a refund so beware if you buy a matcha from them. When I called to let them know about the experience they just said "we're sorry about that" like not even trying to make it better lol they really dgaf. You can see in the pic that the color is a dark shade of green, if you like that kind of matcha then I guess try it for yourself to determine if you like that. On a positive note, I also ordered a quesadilla with chorizo and pickled onions and that is very good.

Ham 'n Scram

4.6

(198 reviews)

Our family's go-to spot for the best breakfast burritos around! Family-owned, friendly service.read more

The staff here was really friendly and offered stickers to my kids…read more We got an OG Breakfast Burrito, another with double meat, and an egg and ham sandwich. All was really good, but it was a little spendy. We'd probably go there again, but we're not often in this area and we wouldn't drive over for it. The ham and cheese croissant was posted on the door and I'd like to try that next time I'm back. PS Apologies for the photo, but I didn't remember to take a better one

Paninis

4.2

(413 reviews)

Small bistro deli like shop, thank goodness it wasn't busy, assuming bcs it was late afternoon and…read morefound parking right away. Been wanting to stop by this place for years and due to it closing at 5 during the week, can never make it. Since it's Summer, got to it on my way home from beach day, sooo glad I took that path home. I be was with 2 friends. I had the 1/2 chicken pesto panini with creamy tomato basil soup, deeeeliiiicious! I need to find out how often they make that soup. Friend 1 got the turkey avocado and all I kept hearing was wow, wow and wow! Lol and friend 2 had the black forest ham and Swiss panini, she also said it was very good!! Definitely will be back to try something else :)

I drove by this place a few times since it's right on a busy main street with a lot of traffic. I…read morewas actually surprised to find parking right in front, which was nice and convenient. When I walked in it was pretty quiet, but it was also right before dinner time. The place feels more like a casual deli spot -- you order at the counter and there are a few tables if you want to sit and eat. The space looked clean and simple, nothing fancy but comfortable enough. The employee working there was very friendly. He came out from the back, answered my questions, and recommended the chicken pesto panini, saying it's their most popular item. I also added a Caesar salad for $2.99, which I thought was a fair price, and decided to try the bread pudding as well. The panini itself was pretty good. The bread was nicely toasted, the cheese was melted well, and the pesto had good flavor. The only downside for me was the chicken -- it seemed like it might have been boiled and then mixed with pesto. It was a bit tougher than I would have liked. The Caesar salad was decent for the price. Unfortunately, the bread pudding didn't work for me. It was very dense and almost brick-like. Overall, the value is there and the staff was very nice. For me personally, the food felt a bit average. I tend to prefer paying a little more for higher quality rather than saving a few dollars on something that doesn't quite hit the mark. Because of that, I probably wouldn't go back, but others might appreciate the price point and friendly service. Food 3 stars. Staff 5 average 4

The Small Café

3.9

(359 reviews)

First time coming since the new owner took over. Definitely noticed a huge improvement in the…read morequality of the food! In addition, prices are very good! Most breakfasts are under $20 and portions are plenty to fill you up! We came on a very busy Sunday morning, just at the tail end of the breakfast rush. We had to.wait to be seated but it was a short wait and the manager did a great job keeping us updated. Once we were seated, our server was right there taking our beverage order! As busy as it was, the servers did an excellent job getting food out, turning tables, and working as a team! The two servers working were bith very friendly and I bet they were tired! The manager was also helping to bus and turn tables as well as check on customers. Our server was Giovanny and he was great! After we ordered our food; it came out very quickly!I ordered the Breakfast Special, eggs over easy, hash browns, sausage, and a pancake. Eggs was perfectly cooked, nice and runny! I loved the sausage! And the pancake was a nice sweet treat! My husband ordered the ABC Omelet with hash browns and toast! He loved the omelet! He even really liked the coffee! We are both pleased Small Cafe is back serving great food. We live close by and plan to frequent as we did years ago! There's a lot of options on the menu so a great reason to.come back soon! Thank you Small Cafe!

Food's good, place is clean, there's just this one guy working there who sucks. Really is a bummer…read morebecause otherwise it's a solid spot. White guy with backwards had and facial hair seems to hate his job and all customers. Figured he might just be shy when I said thank you and he didn't respond, but he threw the silverware down on the table as to make a point. Related to the owners? Otherwise why keep such a douche on staff?

Omelette Inn

3.7

(782 reviews)

Service is great. We always order take out and food is correct as ordered. We had…read more1. Egg sandwich with bacon. Cooked perfectly and even comes with a side of potatoes. 2. Special breakfast burrito (allergy to eggs) - hash browns, bacon, cheese and guacamole. Perfect every time. 3. Oatmeal and side of turkey sausage. Love this local place and very timely on orders.

2026 Review. April 17th Friday…read more It's been years since I have been back. Went to eat breakfast here prior to attending the Long Beach Grand Prix Race day event. Definitely my go to spot for breakfast on Pine Street. The ambiance is still old school. The food on the other hand is still delicious. Fresh and tasty. Big Kudos to this place for not being greedy on their salsa. You can have unlimited salsa if you choose too. Alot of breakfast choices to choose from. Ordered a Mimosa bottle, it did not dissapoint! Our waiter was friendly and professional. His service made our experience worth while. Plenty of seating. Doesn't get crowded for breakfast. A hidden Gem on pine street, downtown Long Beach. I recommend this place for locals and visitors. Prices are descent.

Marilus Bakery

4.8

(141 reviews)