Parking: it's in the Belmont shore part of Long Beach, so it's mainly metered street parking. There is a tiny lot with 2/3 spaces reserved for Nick's directly behind Nick's. Service: you check in with the hostess and they'll get you seated right away. The waiters and waitresses were very kind. Food came out fresh and hot. Ambiance: the ambiance of the restaurant was very nice. Loved the aesthetic. Great for all types of guests, solo diners like myself, date night for you and SO, or group dinners after work! Food: Spinach & artichoke dip with salsa (10/10)- the spinach artichoke dip was soo good, perfect ratio of spinach to cheese. The dip was rich but not overwhelming. It was baked to perfection. I could not stop eating it. Prime rib melt (1000/10)- it's nice and light, everything just melts in your mouth. The brioche was so light, so soft and buttery. The prime rib was so tender and flavorful. It was delicious dipped with the Au Jus. read more

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Last year we wanted to try Nick's the waitlist was too long and was told to sit at the bar but after 15 mins of being ignored we left... last week we came back for a simple weekday bday dinner, the waitlist was long again so we sat at the bar, service was good and fast but the food was delicious and phenomenal, ordered deviled eggs, shrimp taquito and a burger and the rigatoni, and the butter cake, everything was sooooo good we will definitely be back to try more stuff on the menu! read more

Nick's On 2nd - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Wow! We took our daughter here for birthday and it was amazing! The service and food were spectacular! They made my daughter feel so special on her birthday. We could not have been more pleased! read more

Nick's On 2nd - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

Nicks is one of the best places in Long Beach to come to the service here is great and the drinks and food is amazing.. read more

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There's no reason to not absolutely love this place! Every time I come here, it exceeds my expectations. Nick's on 2nd only hires the best servers and bartenders. The food is delicious, fantastic cocktails, and the BEST and I mean the best service. The bar is a great place to enjoy and sit for drinks, and the outdoor seating is still nice although I prefer to be seated inside. The ambience is suited for a date night or girls night. They have a menu with plenty of variety. read more

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Always love going to Nick's, my bestie and I decided to come here today for an early dinner. We sat outside since it was a nice day. Lots of patio seating area which is nice to people watch. Location was clean and nicely decorated. I ordered the special today which was a blackened Alaskan Halibut fish sandwich. It comes with a side so I ordered the Nick's house special salad. The seasoning on the fish was delicious and it was cooked to perfection. I loved the salad and the dressing was delicious! My bestie and I split a fried devil's egg, it was really tasty. Service was awesome! Our waiter was super nice, friendly, professional, and tentative. You can never go wrong coming to Nick's. This is one of our favorite restaurants to go to in Belmont Shores. read more

Nick's On 2nd - Fried Bacon Deviled Eggs - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Visited Nicks on 2nd for Easter dinner with my Sisters. The food was fabulous, everything we ordered tasted great and came out pretty quick. Food 10/10 The service from our specific server is the reason we will not return. When we first arrived we ordered drinks right away. Both my sisters ordered the Oaxacan old fashioned and I ordered a glass of wine. When the drinks came out, they were all great. I decided to hold my wine until my steak came out. (We hadn't ordered any food yet.) I decided to also enjoy a Oaxacan old fashioned before my meal. It was delicious. I asked Ben our server & he said No. We all thought he was joking tbh. He said, he couldn't serve me two drinks. I had to finish my wine. I let him know I was going to hold it and have it with my steak dinner. He still said no, & didn't offer any other options or suggestions. I felt very uncomfortable & didn't understand why? I just accepted that he denied me from getting the cocktail. Then later when we ordered our entree's I requested for a substitution & I was also told no. Even though I didn't mind the price change. Nor was I given that option. I ended up going with double salad which worked out. I was really surprised & disappointed that I was not able to order more drinks & make substitutions. I'd understand if I was intoxicated but that wasn't the case. This experience left me & my family with a bad taste of disappointment & will not be returning to Nicks on 2nd unfortunately. It's the little things that go a long way. I really do regret not asking to speak to a manager that night. read more

Nick's On 2nd - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

I don't know if I will be in the area again so I must give credit where credit is due! If you have been heee before you know I normally don't give 5 stars on the first visit but they deserve it! We sat at the bar and had dinner. Definitely suggest making a reservation. We started with the zucchini fries and the deviled eggs. First time having fried deviled eggs and they were delicious! The zucchini fries were hot and crispy and the ranch was also very good. Now the main attraction-what I came here for-the sea bass! It was delicious! Nice crispy edges but soft and buttery flakes of fish! Highly recommend! The restaurant is cute and has some outdoor seating. Nice playlist if you're ever in the area-check them out! And save room for dessert bc the butter cake is amazing! For more pics and recommendations check out @sherritripsandtips on IG. read more

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Everything was really good and the pricing is fair. Big difference in the ambiance from inside seating vs outside seating. If possible, try sitting inside for a more high energy experience. Highly recommended the Chilean sea bass and the mashed potatoes read more

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Very good service and excellent food. I had the beef ribeye on the bistro salad and was excellently husband had the ribs and highly recommend those as well. read more

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I had the chicken piccata .It was very dry and tough! A friend suggested that the food was excellent. So I gave it a try. Was not impressed.

I was craving a good cioppino and stumbled upon this place during my search. I got a spot right at the bar and was greeted right away. All of the bartenders/servers were attentive and kind. Cioppino was good...the bread was fresh and great! Parking: I was able to find a spot in the nearby residential area with no issues. There's paid parking along the street but why pay when there's a ton of free parking in the area with just a little bit of a walk. I want to come back and try more things on the menu. They were definitely busy for lunch during the weekday. read more

Nick's On 2nd - Sourdough loaf - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Food is fantastic! However, I am appalled by the complete lack of mustaches that servers don't have. I believe that it would help the Nick experience! The neighboring area is amazing, you can spend the whole day here based on your preferences. read more

Nick's On 2nd - Mustache - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

A trendy upscale eatery on the Belmont shore district in Long Beach. We visited there on a Friday a bit after noon time. Parking was a bit of a problem as the area was really busy at that time of the day. The place was almost full by the time we walked in the door. Luckily we got seated almost immediately albeit it was outside seating. It was a bit noisy as it's right next to a thorough fare. Order was taken soon after we were served hot water with honey and lemon. We tried 3 varieties of their sandwiches, a crispy chicken, a filet magnon and a grilled fish. The filet magnon was served with a cup of soup and a salad. The meat was done properly albeit a bit small in size. The crispy chicken had piles of greens, cheese and sauce on a sesame bun. The chicken was crispy but a little blend. The accompany French fries were very good. The grilled fish sandwich was probably the best with lots of fresh green, sauce on a large round slight toasted bun. It came with a baked bacon Brussels sprout as a side dish which was excellent. Overall service was very good. Servings were generous but just a bit pricy. Might visit again when in the neighborhood. read more

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Came on a weekend to have a little brunch snack with some drinks. I got an apple spritz and my friend got an espresso martini. We also got the asparagus fries and everything was amazing! Chrissy and Jenelle gave us the best service. Parking is super easy right out on the street metered parking. The bathrooms are super clean and the ambience is very classy and relaxing. They also have an outside patio that I'd like to try out next time I come. We'll definitely be back. read more

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This is my fave restaurant in Long Beach! The food is always solid and the Cioppino is straight out of San Fran! I also love the prime rib dip! Drinks are amazing and the service is ALWAYS five stars! Chrissy and Yannel are some of my favorite bartenders but you can't go wrong with all of the staff here. Ambience is upscale but also Long Beach relaxed. Street parking is always accessible and it's located in the heart of beautiful Belmont Shore. The patio area is spacious and wraps around the entire restaurant with great people and even better dog watching! The bathrooms are a spa-like experience with the best selling soap and lotion in the LBC! Don't sleep on the butter cake and if you're too stuffed-take it to go! read more

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Our 1st Nick's experience happened to be in Long Beach as we flew in for Man of La Mancha at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center. Our dinner was fabulous. Exceptional service. A lovely booth with a view of the busy kitchen which was fun to watch. Everything was perfectly cooked and plated beautifully. The Cioppino was excellent! read more

Had a delightful dinner at Nicks last night. The food was yummy and the service was spot on. From the moment I walked in, everyone was polite, helpful and friendly. The hostesses were very kind and got me seated immediately. Evan was our server and he did a fantastic job. He was attentive, professional and knowledgeable. He helped just the right amount. I was impressed that he gave spot on tasting notes for the wine, recited ingredients in dishes and provided soft handed direction for desserts. The whole team delivered a great meal and great experience. Thank you all! read more

Went for cocktails & appetizers for our anniversary. Nicks on 2nd never disappoints. The staff is always top notch with their service & the vibe is great! The drinks are great. We had the tuna tartar & spinch dip. read more

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One word: WOW. I went Nick's for the first time in March 2026 and had a fantastic experience. The service, including our awesome server Garrett who was super friendly and had great recommendations, was impeccable. From appetizers to dessert, the food was sensational- we had the deviled eggs, meatloaf, sirloin, and the bistro plate. I would recommend all of it and can't wait to go back- the food was impressive! The inside of the restaurant was beautiful too- quite a find for 2nd street. Highly recommend!! read more

Had a wonderful meal at Nick's. The spinach dip may have been the best I've ever had. I want more! We tried the rib melt and the spicy rigatoni, both were delicious. We also had the butter cake. It was good, but not necessarily any better than some others I've had. The only downfalls of the restaurant were it was super loud inside, so we'd only ever go if we could get a table outside (which we luckily did), and the kids menu is only told verbally and they don't tell you the price up front, so we were shocked when my kid's dinner was $19. At that price I might as well had ordered her an adult portion. Will definitely go back if I'm ever in the area. read more

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Amazing!! The food was sooo delicious. Ben our Waiter was very attentive. Wish he would had said hi to my Labubu lol. He did once I told him. Everything was super delicious. The drinks, devil eggs and the Shrimp tacos are to die for. Very tasty delicious food. 5 stars. read more

Came here for dinner with a friend. They have good service and a lot of food options. We had the spinach dip to start which was creamy and good. I enjoyed the salmon for my entree. Would recommend. read more

Nick's On 2nd - Pan seared Scottish Salmon 10/10 - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

Service was great, drinks were delicious, food was solid. The Shrimp Taquitos were a highlight. The steak was done well and seasoned perfectly. The vibe is relaxed, hip & brunch friendly. I've usually come here for dinner in the past but happy to add this to my list of brunch places as well. Will definitely be back! read more

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Understand how busy it is...but had to try and catch waiter just to refill our water. Very slow service but salads were fresh. Ate there the night before and had Laura and way better service! read more

The food tasted amazing, with great portions. The presentation of the food was beautiful and felt above the reasonable price point. My salmon specifically was cooked to perfection and seasoned beautifully. Our server Sebastian was amazingly attentive and so kind. He made absolutely sure we enjoyed our meals and had everything we needed at any time. My friends and I were in bright colored wigs as part of a bachelorette trip activity, so admittedly looked a bit silly. Instead of getting side eyes and being made to feel uncomfortable, we were welcomed and every staff member we interacted with was so kind and fun. My friends and I all agreed: if we lived closer, we'd be coming back very often. Even not living locally, I will try to come back whenever I'm in the area again. Thank you Nick's on Second for an unforgettable night! read more

review from october 2023: the perfect celebration spot! i'm not very familiar with the belmont shore area, so i hadn't heard of nick's previously. my husband (fiancé at the time) received a generous gift card to nick's from a client and we were super excited to try something new. we decided to use the card to splurge on an anniversary dinner (11 years dating, 1 year engaged) so i made a reservation through opentable. we parked a short walk down st joseph ave and were seated within moments. it was a warm october night so we didn't mind sitting outside. 2nd street is a bustling and busy place, so keep that in mind if you don't like that type of atmosphere. the waitstaff was incredibly helpful in offering drinks and appetizers based on our initial picks. my husband chose a pint of the draft honey blonde and i enjoyed the tequini (tequila blanco, passionfruit, lemon, agave) the drink was exactly as excellent as imagined - wonderfully tart passionfruit and lemon with a subtly sweetness. appetizer: our appetizer of choice was a plate of the lightly fried devil eggs. this plate will rate as one of the best things we've ever eaten. the combination of textures, flavors, and temperatures made this dish uniquely interesting and delicious. the egg whites are lightly fried and well seasoned with a hefty pile of cool, creamy yolk on top. each egg half sits perched on a structural piping of the egg yolk mixture so that each piece sits upright. each piece is then finished with a pile of crispy, crumbly bacon and chopped chives - simply divine! we seriously contemplated ordering a second plate. entree: i appreciate that the dinner menu is brief; i believe that this speaks to the confidence of the offerings and the talent of the chef. after mulling over the options, my husband chose the bistro plate consisting of a petite filet mignon and an all-dressed baked potato. i ordered the baby back ribs accompanied by a bistro salad and french fries. these meal choices gave us the best of everything! we shared some of my delectable pork ribs: the meat was fall-off-the-bone tender and basted in a sweet, smoky, sticky barbecue sauce. i sampled some of his filet mignon: perfectly medium and perfectly seasoned. it was tender, juicy, and everything you want in a high-quality filet. he ate my french fries and i ate his baked potato: we were both happy with swapping starches. the baked potato was fluffy inside loaded with butter, cheese, sour cream, and chives tucked into a crispy skin - it reminded me of a jacket potato. the accompanying bistro salad was such a fresh time-out from the rich meats and sides. the ingredients were well chopped and dressed. dessert: to make sure we used every cent of our gift card, we finished our meal with two desserts that each met our personal pleasures: my husband ordered the warm butter cake and i chose a slice of lemon cake. my husband loves warm desserts, especially served à la mode. the warm, sugary cake is dense, indulgent, and so buttery. served with vanilla ice cream and a warm berry compote, you do not want to miss this excellence. the lemon cake is an eight-layered behemoth of tart beauty. each cake layer is nestled between tangy lemon curd with an outer smear of vanilla buttercream. this was the most incredible lemon dessert i've ever had. we might have to come back soon, possibly for our upcoming 1-year wedding anniversary. since eating at nick's in october 2023, we've reminisced about this meal so many times! the staff were so kind the entire night, checking on us and making sure everything was satisfactory. they even gave us a sweet congratulatory card with our dessert. we highly recommend indulging in a delicious and exciting date night at nick's on second! read more

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I walked by this place last time I was in town. It seemed to be extremely popular, so I made a reservation the next time I was in town. When I arrived I was quickly seated on the patio. It was a bit bright and warm. Once the sun sat it was much more comfortable. Several things on the menu looked good but I ended up going with the fried chicken. It was enough for two people to share. In fact, most of the plates I saw come out had big portions. My entree was very good, and the chicken and biscuit leftover made a great breakfast sandwich. I had the butter cake for dessert. It was good as well. Definitely enough for two people to share. Overall, I was pleased with my experience. read more

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The food was amazing as always, service was a little slow but to be expected on a busy night. What I love about Nicks is that it is a reliable restaurant to go to, they never disappoint. The ambiance is perfect, I love the lighting. read more

This place is awesome! Great food and atmosphere. Must stop in Long Beach. Great vibe

I've been to Nick's in Pasadena before and had a great experience. However, Nick's on 2nd was something else. I came here for a work related lunch with one of my favorite clients and had the best experience with our server, Jonathan. I ordered the Center Cut Filet with mashed potatoes and it was so tasty! It was done right. I also ordered an espresso martini which was great along with some spicy margs. We ended the lunch with dessert which was also good! I would come back here in a heartbeat because of the service we received with Jonathan. He was attentive, knowledgeable of all the entrees and drinks (my client and I were so indecisive on what to get and Jonathan broke it down and gave us recommendations) and was super patient about it! Anytime you come here to celebrate something, they gift you a congratulatory card signed by the staff. It's a simple gesture yet so thoughtful and makes the entire experience even better. My client told Jonathan I just moved into a new place and the card was to wish me a happy housewarming. How cute is that? Lol. I parked in a public parking spot about a block away. You can also park on the street if you find a space. read more

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I've always wanted to try Nicks on 2nd. It was perfect timing that my friend who lives in the marina area invited me out to celebrate my ongoing birthday. I'm so glad I'm here and it's such a pretty day! Hosts and staff right off the bat so friendly and courteous. I'm a fan of the old fashioned if you didn't already know so enjoyed their fig old fashioned. Yes! Perfect. We started off with another favorite of mine, spinach dip. It's a large serving and comes with salsa and sour cream. A bowl of chips were brought out before we hit the bottom of the first serving. Chilean sea bass was on my radar. Cooked perfectly and was flaky and buttery. Garlic sautéed spinach and mashed potatoes were good. My friend had the friend chicken and raved about it. I'll have to come back for that since I was getting full. Birthday treat came out a beat after we were done with our meal. The timing of the food coming out was perfect. The restaurant seems a bit dim but I think because it's so bright outside - windows all the way around since there is patio seating. I would love to come back in the evening for the experience of its night service. Parking can be tricky. I found parking in the neighborhood which was free but there's also street metered parking too. Will definitely be back here soon! read more

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Came in to have brunch with my daughter and sister to celebrate all three of our birthdays. Everyone was so welcoming and greeted us upon walking in. Our server Farahe was so sweet and helpful made our day with our birthday treats we would have been okay with one to share but she was so sweet we each had our own candle and dessert! Thank You for excellent service :) We started with the asparagus fries which were so yummy and crispy. I had the katsu chix salad the flavor was so delicious and fresh it was the perfect meal for a hot summer day will definitely be back to have that again read more

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Never disappoints! Food is always consistently amazing. Service is outstanding! My favorite go to is a blue cheese dirty martini and the bistro plate. read more

Our server was great - super friendly and helpful. The service is top notch. The establishment was quite busy for a Tuesday afternoon but the dim candlelit room had a very cozy ambiance and wasn't too loud considering the crowds. There were some big winners on the food side. The butter cake was just as delicious as I had been told before visiting. The berries and ice cream and crunchy bits of sugar really made this dessert a winner. On the appetizer side, the fried asparagus was also delicious. The deviled eggs were not great. They had a heavy breading on the egg whites that was not very pleasant. The filling had lots of chunks which was super weird and unexpected. The bistro plate and cioppino were winners on the entree side. The chicken picatta lacked any seasoning and was just a super greasy slab of fryer oil. The sauce on top was equally flavorless which was super disappointing. All in all, some good dishes and some greasy, bland dishes. We'd return again and make a few different selections. read more

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Just had dinner at Nicks! Always amazing from beginning to end. Starting with the hostess Kaylee she is the best and we had the pleasure of sitting in Steven's section and of course our filet and the halibut was delicious. read more

Nick's On 2nd - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

Came here with my girls to celebrate my birthday. We shared a bunch of appetizers and their drinks were so delicious. The service was great. They were quick and friendly. For dinner I got the filet mignon and the meat was so tender and delicious and cooked to my Wish. My friend got the chicken piccata and that serving was huge. She couldn't finish all her food. The food was delicious and the presentation was immaculate as well. Would definitely recommend for a good date option. Get the homemade sourdough bread and butter too!! Mmmm so bomb read more

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We're fans of Nick's and this busy-corner location is our absolute favorite -- a must whenever we're in the area... especially sitting at the bar top! We've been fortunate to have Chrissy behind the bar; however, all of the bartenders are great -- everyone offering welcoming, personable, attentive, and efficient service! Love the lively, locals atmosphere; the food (consistent in presentation and taste. We always start with their Asparagus Fries; my husband only orders The Prime Rib Dip); the cocktails (martinis beautifully shaken, with delicate shards of ice, and appreciatively served in chilled glasses); and the consistently excellent and professional service. read more

Nick's On 2nd - Spicy Thai salad, $21 - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Overall, good service at Nick's. Our meals came.out pretty quickly despite it being so busy. The hot fudge sundae was ice cream and hot fudge--no cake or brownie. The asparagus fries were good but not great. Reservations are recommended. read more

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Nick's is a true staple in Long Beach one of those places you can always count on for consistent quality, great service, and a lively yet comfortable atmosphere. We kicked things off with their bacon deviled eggs, which are always a must when you come here. Creamy, smoky, and perfectly seasoned they never disappoint. For mains, my girlfriend went with her ride or die order the baby back ribs. Fall off the bone tender with a tangy glaze she swears by every time. I decided to venture out and try the prime rib dip with the warm potato salad. The potato salad was a fun twist warm, slightly tangy, and something you don't see every day. The rib dip itself was solid, juicy, and flavorful, but not necessarily a mind blower. Drinks were on point as usual and we ended on an absolute high note with their famous butter cake. If you've been here before, you know this dessert isn't optional it's a must. Warm, rich, and decadent with just the right amount of sweetness the perfect send off. Overall, Nick's remains a go to in Long Beach for a reason. Solid food, consistent execution, and a vibe that always feels like a treat. read more

Nick's On 2nd - New American Near Me - Long Beach, California