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    Nick's On 2nd

    4.5 (3.6k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Prime rib french dip
    Jan D.

    Upscale restaurant in the heart of Belmont Shores. Extensive menu. Excellent food and the service is VERY TOP NOTCH! Nick's is our 'Go To' when we land in Long Beach. Tonight we had the french dip and buttermilk fried chicken. We'll be back soon to try the ribs and prime rib!

    Happy Birthday from the staff! First Class Restaurant and Staff!!
    Lori A.

    We went to Nick's On 2nd for the first time to celebrate my husband's birthday. We sat outside and Samatha was our server. She was impeccable! The service and food were phenomenal. We were impressed how amazing every thing was. I would recommend this restaurant and we will be back!

    Center cut, cooked to a perfect medium rare as requested.
    Brian M.

    With one night in Long Beach, so happy we choose Nick's for our get together. Shrimp Taquitos were delicious as was the Scottish Salmon and the center cut filet. Great Mixologist on staff, the martinis were consistent and "on point". Definitely recommend and encourage a reservation - place was at capacity. While it can obviously get a little loud, we opted for an outside table. In hindsight if conversation is center stage, perhaps inside despite the crowd may have been a better choice - as the roadside noise in Long Beach is not for the faint of heart. Ending with service. Having Jonathan take care of us was like winning the lottery, always present when you needed him - but never around when you didn't. 5-star service / 5-star food - will definitely be back and highly recommend.

    Cioppino!
    Dana A.

    Nicks is always a five star experience! We had the Chilean Seabass and the San Francisco style cioppino with the most awesome sourdough garlic bread yummy! We had to get another round of bread just to dip in the soup! We never leave enough room for butter cake. I guess I need to get that sometime maybe just as my entire dinner. lol! Our server, Steven was awesome. He was super attentive and very nice. Did a great job!

    Pan Seared Scottish Salmon Specialty
    Ashley R.

    Food is top tier, drinks are phenomenal! The atmosphere is great. I've been here a few times now, girls night and date night. Had an absolute blast each time. Wait times can be pretty long. Each time we waited an hour and walked second street happily while we waited. Desert is also soooo good!

    Buttermilk Fried Chicken
    Alicia G.

    OMG the Buttermilk Fried Chicken plate here is my absolute favorite! I keep coming back and ordering the same thing! The chicken, the mashed potatoes, the corn and the gravy are all equally as amazing and all the items compliment each other so well. I can't imagine ordering anything else when I come here.

    Carissa A.

    I love Nick's so when a friend invited me to go out to Long Beach, I recommended this location. This one is in the heart of Belmont Shores. The parking is like any other metro city...street or parking garage. It's got lots of different shops and restaurants nearby. We had a reservation so we were seated quickly. The server was very nice and friendly. She was helpful with selecting options from their menu. We landed on the fried chicken, prime rib dip and the shrimp taquitos. The chicken was crisp, juicy and flavorful. It came with mashed potatoes, biscuit and gravy. The prime rib dip was also good. The bread was notably fresh and soft. The shrimp taquitos were ok. This restaurant is pretty inside. They had a fireplace at the lobby and a pretty big bar at the front. Enjoyed our time here with friends!

    Veronica C.

    One of my all time favorite restaurants to go to's for a special occasion! The ambiance is filled with great energy, very welcoming atmosphere, and amazing service that we received by Devin! I had the Chilean Seabass which was prepared just right lil crispy on the outside and buttery inside on the side were delicious mashed potatoes, and spinach. I paired my dinner with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc! If you haven't been here, you won't be disappointed! I definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time. Cheers

    Yannel makes the best blueberry smash ™ among others
    Sherry K.

    Food, drinks and service are consistent. They are good at what they do. Ambience is causal but doesn't hurt to dress up.

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    Anders Christofer C.

    I have been here one time before. And they have great food. However this time it went wrong. I know they were busy but we were seated outside and the waiters took our unused chairs even though they had other tables to take them from. So we ended up with not being able to put our stuff on the chairs but on the table. And we intentionally ordered food with no garlic and there was still garlic on it. We explained to the hostess and she said that it is a special recipe and they don't list all the ingredients....however yes you list if there is garlic in the food and it was a lot. Overall they have a nice ambiance but ending up sitting outside feeling down prioritized with left over food on the floor wasn't pleasant. They did however not charge us for the food after we expressed our concerned. That was the only thing that is going to make me come back and give them another chance.

    Elizabeth G.

    My fav go to restaurant. Servers are always attentive and accommodating. I love to order the Scottish salmon. Bistro plate is perfect if you want something light with a bang. Really loving the artichoke hearts when they're in season here! We come here for the butter cake to fill our sweet tooth. Great ambiance indoor or outdoor seating.

    Chilean Seabass
    Sokha L.

    Hannah at the bar was great! I was third on the waitlist and when I checked in, it was still 1 1/2 wait, which is pretty insane. I was there for a business dinner, but we definitely weren't trying to wait over an hour. But with the Long Beach Grand Prix going on- we didn't want to head to downtown . We didn't feel like walking around and trying to find another place so we decided to go to the bar and have a drink. Hannah, who works at the bar was very attentive and she was on the lookout for a couple of seats for us to be able to have dinner and a business conversation. Everything we had was delicious ( Chilean Seabass and top sirloin as main dishes, asparagus fries, and shrimp taquitos as appetizers, a dirty martini, and a margarita ) All bartenders all checked in with us, which was great thank you.!

    The best
    Armando P.

    Back again for more , Nice warm lites and friendly atmosphere always great service. Food is amazing and staff is very accommodating. Always a great time meeting others and sitting at the bar top is a fun time . I'll be back again cheers!!!!

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    Nick's is a fabulous restaurant. Great food, fun atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. The prices a good, definitely worth a visit

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    Place is very fancy and food is really good. Love the options. Love the unique choices of the food. I'd return for sure!

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    Ask the Community - Nick's On 2nd

    Is there a Parking lot?

    No real dedicated lot for Nick's. In the back there is a couple spots for Nick's, but those are always taken. I always park on one of the side streets. Even on a busy Fri or… Read more

    Is the meatloaf available for fall/winter?

    Thank you so much for checking in with us. Yes — our signature Maple Chipotle Meatloaf is currently available, and we’d love to welcome you in soon to enjoy it!

    Brunch on Sunday?

    No more brunch unfortunately

    How long is the wait going to be on Friday night for dinner?

    The wait can range from moderate to lengthy. Make sure you have a reservation and if it is taking too long be prepared with a back-up reservation close by . . . always call restaurants as soon as you can when you are canceling or switching up your… Read more

    Is street and metered parking difficult to find during lunch hours?

    Sometimes it can be difficult during weekend lunch hours, but there are also several public parking lots around the area.

    Is there outside heaters to eat on the patio on cold nights?

    They have an enclosed patio so not completely open to the outdoors but lots of light and air. Also warm!

    What is the current corkage fee?

    3 bottle max @$15 ea. no size limit.

    Are dogs allowed?

    Yes. Outside. They have to be near the inside wall

    Are they still doing breakfast/brunch?

    I believe they don't open till 11:00 each day.

    Does the restaurant offer the butter cake throughout the day? Or is it just available during dinner? Thanks.

    Throughout the day! I had it during lunch

    Are we able to watch sunset from patio area?

    We sat outside along the street. The atmosphere from our seating area was a city scene. We were there at sunset and enjoyed the changing light, but could not actually see the sunset as you might be wanting.

    Will they be open for Christmas Day? Afternoon dinner?

    Do they still do breakfast on the weekends?

    As of right now no.

    Do you have pet friendly outdoor seating?

    No. Not anymore. They ask you to tie your dog to the fence if you bring your dog with you to dine on the patio

    Does Nicks still do complimentary corkage for the first wine bottle?

    No they don't offer anymore

    Does nicks on second offer vegan options or accommodations? I looked on your menu and couldn't find any fully vegan options available

    They don't offer vegan dishes they do have some vegetarian teams you can order but I suggest if your looking for a vegan meal try Seabirds I really like that place and it's a nice place to go for a date....

    Is Nick's on 2nd a good place for business dinners for large groups? Is it quiet or noisy?

    We sat outside with our party of 8 and it was quiet.

    Will you have a Thanksgiving brunch?

    Please know we are closed on the 4th of July, Thanksgiving and Christmas so our associates may enjoy these days with family and friends.… Read more

    Can I order sea bass during the lunch time?Or It only serves at dinner time?

    Yes available fir lunch

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    5 for the service alone. I hadn't been in a while and didn't realize the rooftop was no longer…read moreopen and communal seating and I had planned to have 8 people in my party AND it was the night of the Snoop concert so needless to say- almost everything was reserved. One of the women (I missed her name but I believe her birthday is today) working there helped me find seating for my party. She was gracious enough even with there being little to no wiggle room- so shout out to her. Our servers were great, appetizers came out hot and delicious. I think we ordered 4 rounds of Brussels sprouts Drinks were tasty- highly recommend the espresso martini with a side of vanilla ice cream. Overall had a great time and appreciate the customer service!

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