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    4.4 (117 reviews)
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    Walk up menu
    James A.

    Brought to you by the brother and sister (chef and owners) of the only Michelin star restaurant in Long Beach, Olive & Rose is a neo-bistro located in the remodeled City Center Motel on the eastern edge of DTLB. This meant that is within walking distance of our home, so my wife and I spent a leisurely walk to dine there for an early Friday dinner. It was a fine dining experience, with excellent service, and a focused menu that encourages a tasting menu experience. I noticed that Olive & Rose was a restaurant on the Citi card dining offer board, offering 5% back on purchases. It's uncommon to find a fine dining local restaurant that I've been wanting to go to with a 'coupon', so booked a reservation on OpenTable for a 5:15 pm seating. The restaurant is also part of the 'Rewards Network' of restaurants, getting rewards depending on which front end rewards program one uses (e.g. Bilt, Marriott, Delta Airlines). Arrived before opening time (5 pm), but were let into the indoor dining area and allowed to wait in the pool area. We were seated early as soon as the restaurant opened, with a tap water bottle with glasses brought. The outdoor seating is in the center pool area, with certain tables dedicated to the restaurant. Heating lamps and sun umbrellas were there in case of need. The area was being used by hotel guests, but unlike most 'hotel' restaurants, the dining patrons were not hotel guests. We were greeted by Lexi, our primary server, and she confirmed that it's a seasonal menu, with it recently being changed for the spring. There is also a "carry-out" menu available in a walk-up window: pretty much exactly the same as the dine-in menu except with the inclusion of a burger frites "off-menu' item for $25. There is a mixologist here, and the cocktail list definitely showed that. My wife chose 'Pretty in Pink' ($18): vodka, coffee, cacao, strawberry. I couldn't taste coffee after the first sip, but my wife encouraged me to take one more...it was after the second, that I tasted it...magical. All beers are bottles (no draft available), so skipped. Bread & Cultured Butter ($10) - 4 thickly sliced sour dough from Hey Brother Baker. really good. Braised Octopus ($29) - 3 tentacle pieces, beautifully presented curled and braised, with baby potatoes and white beans. Rib Eye ($55) - slow cooked ribeye served medium rare, served more like a filet. I love snap peas, and here it was served with lightly tossed greens and shelled garden peas. Service was superb throughout the whole dinner, with every person we interacted with, being welcoming and genuinely looking to answer questions and gather feedback. The outdoor space was large, with tables spaced far enough apart. The vibe was easy and relaxed, matching the pool setting and everyone dressing as they wished, and no-one looking harried...definitely Cali Casual. More easy-to-prepare food (bar or fast) would have been perfectly acceptable in this setting as well. So to confirm, the plating is the size of a typical entree as part of a tasting menu...so running small. Most likely one will leave a bit hungry if they came in famished. But I believe worth it if any of the dishes (or cocktails) appeal to you. So why not drop into the many nearby restaurants serving bigger portions but certainly more common dishes for a later meal?

    Crudité
    Rick M.

    The food was delicious, however, the portion sizes were laughably small for the price. We started with the Olives, which were served warm and tasted amazing. Next was the Crudité, which had a lovely presentation, however, at approximately $2 per vegetable type on the plate, the necessity of cutting one small radish in half for two people to share seemed ridiculous. Fortunately, there were two asparagus tips, so we both had our own. Amazing food, beautifully presented, however, if you arrive hungry, expect to drop some dough, or you might do as we did and find a different restaurant with more substantial offerings.

    Viviane P.

    Service really depends on the day and the server. Sometimes it's stellar, sometimes just average. That said, the cocktails are always super delicious. Same goes for the food, which is seasoned to perfection. The decor and vibes are so cute! Only real downside (aside from the inconsistency in service) is parking. It is DTLB, so we usually street park a block or two away and walk. Overall, still a solid spot and one I enjoy coming back to.

    Menu 2025
    Sara N.

    Right in the middle of downtown, this charming bites and cocktails spot offers a romantic restaurant setting ready for reservations, a counter space to watch the masters at work, or a outdoor pool area that offers a more casual vibe but still with upscale food and drinks. The outdoor area is definitely more inviting on summer evenings because it can get chilly but really makes you feel like your at a boutique hotel in the middle of Palm Springs. We ordered at the counter and they were super helpful with what dishes to order and what drinks might be more to my liking. Definitely excited to go back.

    Dining room
    Marc M.

    Olive & Rose - 9/10 Aesthetic & Ambiance: 8.5/10 - Chic 1950's style-hotel with an amazing restaurant built in. There is limited seating so make sure to make a ressy beforehand, and the Ambiance is more chill and quiet with date nights and older crowd. Service: 9/10 - Service was quick and the courses were spaced out perfectly. The server had a great sense of humor too lol. Been here a few times and it's always good. DRINKS Pretty & Basic: 8.5/10 - Delicious drink with a range of fruit flavors with the elderflower, watermelon and lychee it was delicious! Just a warning, the garnish is pickled! FOOD Three Cheeses: 8.5/10 - The cheeses were great, they change from time to time, but the most notable one was a soft bleu cheese, while being a pungent it wasn't overpowering. Bread & Butter: 9/10 - Thick cuts of home made bread and delicious salted butter, also recommended to pair with the Salt Spring Mussels to it in. Salt Spring Mussels: 9/10 - Cleaned, flavorful and delicious. The kombu buerre blanc sauce was the outstanding! Salt & Vinegar Potato Chips: 10/10 - Best in-house chip I've ever had. I'm not a fan of salt & vinegar chips and I couldn't stop myself from trying to get more. Stake Tartare "Katsu" Sando: 8.5/10 - The bread was perfectly crispy and the tartare was delicious with the hits of sun-dried tomato aioli. Korobuta Pork Chop: 8.5/10 - Very tender pork with a slight crips of skin. The apple & fennel topper gave it a nice earthy sweet cut to balance with the brussle sprout bottom. Diver Scallops: 9/10 - Just as you'd want, juicy tender and soft center with a perfect pan-sear top and bottom. The celery root was subtle, and the gooseberry was a different taste but added to the flavor deliciously. Aged Rib Chop: 9.5/10 - A must get here, it was cooked perfectly, seasoned lightly, and tender as can be. Each piece was decadent butter melting with each bite. The fries were okay DESSERT Toasted Marshmallow Ice Cream Sundae: 9/10: It literally tasted like they froze a toasted marshmallow and served it in a

    Cocktails
    Jen N.

    My review of this amazing spot is a bit overdue, so some of the items aren't available, as they change some things seasonally. That being said though, I had to make sure and still get my review on here. We were able to get a reservation on a weeknight a couple days in advance. I am glad we got one, as it did fill up and stay full. We were warmly welcomed and immediately transported to what felt like Palm Springs. We loved the ambiance. Our server was over to greet us quickly, and she was immediately helpful and patient. We never felt rushed through the whole meal, but always felt like we were checked on. We started with the bread, which I was hesitant about for the $9 price tag, but I will admit, it was delicious and would get it everytime. I can't even decide what my favorite of the other items were though. The steak tartare katsu sandwich was so unexpected, and I wish I could have had another order. The endive salad looks simple, but was so flavorful. The fish dish was cooked to perfection - moist and flaky. We each had a cocktail and a glass of wine. The wine selection is small, but thoughtful, and there are some unique options. The cocktail menu was creative and has a little something for everyone. I wish I could bring this spot to San Diego. We were just visiting Long Beach for a few days, and I was tempted to come back the next day because I wanted to try more menu items. It was that good! You can get top notch service and food at unpretentious prices. Don't hesitate to book your table!

    the best fries outside of Belgium
    Johnny T.

    I had the best comprehensive meal of my life at Olive & Rose. I've been to this place three times, but I feel like I've gotten acquainted enough with the menu to know exactly what to order. So, starting off with the cocktail program - it is EXCELLENT. If you're just looking to get drinks and some finger food, you can totally do that without a reservation, but you'll be sitting outside by the pool(which is a vibe in itself). We ordered the pear pressure and culture shock drink - which were extremely refreshing and so refined. The menu changes by season, but even within the season they make micro adjustments, so your experience may vary slightly from mine. We started off with heirloom roasted carrots over a yogurt spread, and it was a great starter. The amberjack crudo is something you cannot skip - I've had it in the past but this new version with the squash puree is divine. The beef tartare is a sleeper. It's so damn good, it doesn't even make sense. I prefer it to be served as a sando (as seen in my photo) but they have served it differently before where it's all on a plate and you scoop it up with chips. The sando just ensures the perfect bite. Next came the mushroom tortellini, and this surprised us a ton. The mushroom broth is some of the deepest and most flavorful vegetable broths we've ever had - and we couldn't stop drinking it. The tortellini itself was amazing, but the broth was such a surprise. Next came the kurobuta pork. It does NOT come with fries, that's only reserved for the aged rib cap with frites - but I asked for it on the side and they delivered. The steak frites is amazing (we've ordered it before) but the kurobuta pork did not disappoint, either. Both are hearty, tender, and so flavorful. I'm a huge fry lover and I gotta say, these are the best fries I've had outside of Belgium, the birthplace of the french fry. It has a refined crisp and an airy texture that most fries in America don't have. It's hard to explain, but this is how fries are supposed to be - alongside the aioli. To finish the meal, we had the fuyu persimmon tartine and it was a delight. It had a light crisp from the caramelization and it wasn't too sweet. Service was excellent, as usual - our server tended to every request or question we had. Our glasses were always full. On top of that, they actually remembered us from our last visit. There's validated parking, but we Ubered over so we can walk a few blocks down to Midnight Oil to end the night. Overall, I cannot recommend this place enough. It's such a cozy gem and each dish is on point. Bravo!

    Hope Ranch Mussels & Dashi Buerre Blanc - sooo good and only $13!
    Lynn O.

    This review is for the pool party they host during the summer. In collaboration with Footwork Records, they created a fun vibe with house music, sun and splashes. $25 entry is quite steep though considering they don't even supply towels and the pool isn't that big. Their cocktails are disappointingly pre-mixed, which is a bit of a shocking move for Chef Philip Pretty and Lauren Michaelis. I tried the Pretty & Basic ($17), which was supposed to have vodka, watermelon and lychee. No hint of vodka and there were no fresh juices. It was mixed in clarified coconut milk and was extremely sweet. I switched to sparkling wine ($22) and after tax and tip, I paid $27 for the small glass. At least I got a buzz from it, as opposed to the pre-mixed cocktail. Kanpachi Tostada ($22)- it was fresh and carefully crafted with smashed avocado, parsley, dill, chili and salt, but it was quite small for the price. The bartender moved slowly, but the servers tending to folks at the pool hustled. Wish the event went passed 4pm too.

    We brought our own wine which paired well with many of our dishes.  Fruits de Mer, Mirugai Clam Salad & Kanpachi, Preserved Kumquat
    Julie R.

    They have a lovely patio out by the pool. They have a chef counter that looks like an old diner bar counter, but nicer. It's just really cute with a retro Palm .Springs vibe. It's a small space but the food was fantastic. Thank you chef! Delicious. The photos are of the two person dinner for $200 for 8 - courses. We couldn't eat it all, so it was definitely enough for two. We were able to take some home with us. The service was fun and they were really great.

    olives, satsuma & fennel = $8
    Trung N.

    The dining room at Olive & Rose is giving Palm Springs and I'm absolutely here for it. I came for lunch on a Friday and the vibe was so chill. Honestly, it's the perfect place to ease into the weekend. We started with the olives, satsuma & fennel ($8). I'm not entirely sure what I was expecting, but the combination of the three ingredients came out in salad form. It was interesting both flavor and texture wise - bold, but subdued. Our big plates included the kanpachi tostada ($21) and the fried halibut sandwich ($20). While I do love kanpachi tostadas, I found the version here to have too much foliage. I just didn't think all that cilantro was necessary because there was a lot of it and it dominated each bite. That aside, the kanpachi was good! It had a little kick with the chili oil. My favorite thing I tried was the fried halibut sandwich. The halibut is flakey and is lightly battered. It has just the right amount of tartar sauce to get it going. This is a very good fish sandwich. Don't skip dessert. The toasted marshmallow ice cream was marshmallow-ing. Really fun stuff actually. I love seeing the evolution of the Long Beach food scene. Olive & Rose fits in nicely. I can't wait to return for dinner.

    Alexis F.

    What an experience this was! The food and service were top tier! They didn't bring every item at once. They brought items that we ordered that paired together, waited until we were finished and brought the next items. The beef tartar was perfect, paired well with their house made potato chips! Amberjack Crudo was flavorful and practically melted in my mouth! Bread and cultured butter was warm, soft on the inside and crunchy on the outside! The aged rib cap was the star of the night! Tender, perfectly seasoned, a must try!! The desserts were phenomenal! We went a little wild and tried all of them! My favorite was definitely the key lime pie, and apple tarte!

    Mussels w/ Dashi Beurre Blanc
    Nathan P.

    Finally booked a reservation for dinner at Olive and Rose after trying their bagels in the morning. With it being the creative mind behind Heritage, I was anticipating a great time and it didn't disappoint. The ambiance is stellar especially at night. The glow of the table lamps, interior design, and view of the City Center hotel courtyard as the backdrop, is stunning. The interior of the restaurant itself is small, but cozy. If you don't have a reservation, you can also enjoy drinks and small bites in the courtyard. Upon entering, I was offered the choice of sitting at the chefs counter or table. While the chefs counter offers an intimate experience, I opted for a table as the lighting and table space was important for this visit. Gianna was the server for the night and she did a great job and had an inviting approach to service. To drink I tried the Pretty and Basic, and a couple of glasses of wine. The cocktail was on the sweeter side and had a prominent coconut flavor. Not my favorite, but I'm not the biggest coconut fan. The wines I tried were great though! I got to try a ton of the menu, starting with the mussels in a dashi broth, beef tartare, and endive salad. Mussels were on point with a clean, light, umami rich flavor profile. A side of bread is a must to soak up the broth. The tartare is light and was perfectly seasoned. Lots of texture from the green beans, cornichon, and seeds mixed in. Lastly, the endive was a surprise for me. I admittedly rarely eat a salad, so the fact that I finished it means it was good. This endive salad has dates, humboldt fog cheese, and the sweet dressing made it delicious. I tried their lobster dish and steak frites. This is a unique way to serve lobster as you get a generous portion of lobster knuckle meat in a cold salad served on bib lettuce. The whole lobster tail is served with salt baked potato and lobster bisque. I was obsessed with the fries that came with the steak. I could just eat several portions of the fries. They are super crunchy while being light and airy. Paired with the tender steak and umami rich au poivre sauce, it made for a satisfying conclusion to the savory side. For dessert, I had the apple tart tatin and mint straciatella with magic shell. The chocolate pour on the ice cream was satisfying and the flavor of mint chocolate was nostalgic. Apple tart tatin was flaky and not too sweet and had a whipped crème fraiche on the side. Enjoyed my time at Olive and Rose for dinner and would do it again. I'd recommend to those that enjoy clean simple flavors that highlight seasonal produce and quality ingredients. It's also a good option if you're not willing to do a full tasting menu at Heritage.

    Apple tart
    Elena C.

    Olive & Rose has a beautiful vibey ambience with lots of windows and intimate seating. They also had great service and excellent recommendations for drinks and menu items. I went with my partner for our anniversary, and our server made our experience extra special! The type of food and flavor profile is very similar to Heritage, so if you're looking for the same type of meal, but without the big price tag of the prefix course menu, I would highly recommend checking out Olive and Rose. Food: The amberjack crudo was delicious, but I thought that a similar dish at heritage tasted better. The endive salad was very beautiful and had a lot of substance. I really enjoyed the fries in the steak frites, as they were perfectly crispy and went well with the jus from the steak! The chicken was also extremely juicy despite being chicken breast. Unfortunately, one of the dishes I was looking forward to the most, which was the apple pie, disappointed me. I've definitely had much better pastries, but I did enjoy that they had rosemary infused whipped cream, which was more special. I think this is a worthy spot to go to for special occasions as they have excellent service, vibes, and food.

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    Ask the Community - Olive & Rose

    Is dinner inside only?

    If you have a reservation you will be seated inside. Walk ups (assuming no space inside) can dine outside. The outside menu is a little more casual than the inside. Make a reservation if you want to eat inside

    Is the restaurant open at 12p on Wednesday like this page states? I have tried calling 5 times over 3 hours to amend a reservation and there has been no answer. The Civic Center does not offer a direct phone number either so what's the best contact?

    Are they serving alcohol yet?

    No unfortunately not, but they have amazing NA cocktails and should have their liquor license soon.

    How is parking?

    Expect to walk a few blocks. Street parking only in a predominately residential area. It took me 10 mins to find parking and walked three blocks.

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    (563 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Takes reservations

    My husband and I are regulars here. They have a comfortable patio and chill vibes at the bar and…read moremain dining. It can be a romantic date spot or casual drinks and snacks. I'm always surprised when they're empty; the food is so good! Fresh, high quality and delicious. And the cocktails are some of the best in Long Beach. On top of that, they have a unique selection of tequilas and mezcals. Super underrated spot. Service is always pretty good to great! We usually get some excellent servers. Friendly, knowledgeable about the menu and happy to make recommendations. Definitely must try the ribeye taco, sopes and octopus if you want something smaller. The ribeye steak, whole fish or leg of lamb are also outstanding. Some items come with their homemade, blue corn tortillas. So yummy. If you haven't tried it, I highly recommend! Parking can be a challenge, as is normal in the area. Don't let that discourage you!

    From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and reminiscent of Tulum. The…read morespace felt thoughtfully designed and created a great setting for the evening. The service was friendly and attentive, although it was a little slower than expected. We started with cocktails. I ordered the Pocho, made with Amaras Verde Mezcal, Bourbon, pina, guanábana, lime. The drink was enjoyable and unique, with tropical flavors that worked well together, although it was not quite as balanced as I expected. My fiancée ordered the Paloma Blanca, and it was excellent, awell-crafted cocktail. One of the highlights of the meal was the Tacos Dorados. With crema, and avocado emulsion was absolutely delicious. The flavors immediately reminded me of the potato tacos my mom used to make when I was growing up. The mushrooms added a rich depth of flavor. We also ordered the Arrachera, a 10-ounce Black Angus skirt steak served Anaheim pepper hand-pressed heirloom blue corn tortillas. The steak was flavorful and well seasoned, although it was slightly more underdone. Overall, the food was very good, and the atmosphere made the experience even more enjoyable. While the pricing felt a little high for some of the portions, the quality of the ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and memorable flavors made it a restaurant we would gladly return to. The Tacos Dorados alone are worth coming back for and also to try all other dishes like the pulpo.

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    The Exhibition Room

    The Exhibition Room

    4.1
    (493 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$$

    It's a IYKYK kind of place here. We didn't know about it as we were here meeting some friends for…read moredrinks. They made all the reservations. Honestly thought it was the bar that we came inside. First impression, why did we need reservations.... Since we didn't know the hidden entrance. Well, it's a cool concept once we entered. There's a dress code so be advised. What I found out was the entrance of the speakeasy was through a phone booth that next to the pool table of Roxanne's bar. Once reservations is made, you'll received an email with a password to enter. Enter phone booth and to connect to the inside and they'll open the door for you. We had the first reservations I believe they opened at 7pm. We were the first group to arrive. As it was my first time, we had ordered bar food and were waiting for it inside the main bar. So half an hour was used from our time limit. The speakeasy, dark and moody but perfect for the place. Special crafted cocktails by the bartenders which were great. They also have food as well, found out later. We did try the meat pie, which it was just ok. Basically an empanadas, the pickle veggies accompanied it was my favorite. It was good but nothing major to rave about. The drinks were quite nice and tasty. What they offered on the menu did have a load of good choices. Tables scattered throughout as well as bar seating. There's a piano which maybe used for live music. Overall, the moody speakeasy vibe was great. Friendly staff and bartender made some great drinks. What we had to snack on, the meat pie was just ok. They're very strict with the time limits. Once it's reached they'll let you know.

    The atmosphere is what you are here for and the service and atmosphere was great! We were able to…read moregrab a drink outside at the tiki pop up first and it was altogether just a fun night! Everyone was friendly and cocktails had booze More

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    Fried zucchini + yucca chicharones
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    Smoke and fire!
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    Olive & Rose - french - Updated July 2026

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