Quality food. Good spot. Atmosphere and staff are awesome!!!! Cocktail amazing. Old fashioned was…read moregood

Oh my god is all I have to say! Brought my mom for her birthday with my friend and it was…read moreabsolutely phenomenal! I believe her name was Ariel our server she was the sweetest! Gave us recommendations for so many entrees as we had no clue what to get! The bistro plate was to die for although I was not a fan of the soup spicy lentil our server said a double salad was an option and it sold me! My friend had the prime rib eye dip sandwich with this dip that was a hit! We also got a cute card for my mom's birthday and a chocolate cake that was the perfect surprise! And as I'm finishing it off if you are looking for dessert please get the butter cake. So beyond good and just the perfect dessert thank you nicks for the amazing hospitality and service

Situated at the top of Parker's Lighthouse, this restaurant has beautiful views of Long Beach…read moreHarbor. My wife and I came here for our 20th anniversary dinner, and it was an excellent choice. The setting felt upscale without being overly formal, and the service was impeccable from beginning to end. There was also a live guitarist playing during dinner, which added to the atmosphere. We started with the wedge salad, which was excellent, and the lobster bisque. We shared the tomahawk ribeye with corn and au gratin potatoes, and everything was outstanding. For dessert, we had the pluot bake, which was also incredible. Great food, excellent service, and a beautiful setting. It made for a memorable anniversary dinner. Definitely worthy of consideration on a short list for special occasions.

Came here for my Birthday and made a reservation for a big group. They accommodated us so well and…read moremade the seating arrangement open and accessible to both the views and comfort. This reservation was made unknowingly during a time a huge rave event was going on and despite the parking and timely challenges for all our guests (including me), staff were so impressively understanding, polite, kind, friendly, respectful and patient with us! Our waitress Laura was amazing and so attentive. This was the overall highlight of the dinner. Food was served quick and was delicious. Definitely as advertised and quality food as expected for a steakhouse. We had our own cake which they happily stored in the fridge for us, allowed it and even lit it at the end of dinner. Prices are on the high end with food and drinks, so be prepared to spend $$$$/$$$$$. My only suggestion would probably be to separate a bar/ drink tab if in a large group. It was hard to know who ordered what at the end of the night when receiving the check and it was huge section of the bill. Overall, ambiance was great with a live jazz band who was amazing, views were 360, and experience was well worth it. I definitely enjoyed my special day here and will be sure to come back for future life events.

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.

Thought this restaurant would be perfect for my wife's birthday…read more Ambiance upon entering was good. Hosting staff was very nice. We had a 7pm reservation on the rooftop. The upstairs host Kori was amazing. She was bubbly, kind and super helpful. Now to our waitress, there was a bit to be desired there. My wife felt like with each thing she asked for she was bothering her. ( I will omit her name out of kindness, she may have been dealing with something personal and having a bad day. ) Now to the food. The Drinks, my wife's Paloma was delicious. I had a Makers 46 neat. Very basic whiskey selections but it was good. Our appetizer, the Artichoke dip came out to us tepid after 20 minutes of waiting for it and the chips borderline stale. I had the Bo Burger, the pork belly and aioli carried it. Fries were ok. My wife had chicken milanese it was fantastic, she just had to request extra sauce. Coke Zeros were flat, we sent them back. So my wife had a Proseco and she enjoyed that. Upon putting in the reservation I stated it was my wife's birthday, Kori even asked we told her and I'm pretty sure it was relayed to the serve who said nothing and didn't inquire whether we wanted dessert or offer anything. My wife asked for a box, she put the box on the table and walked away. We had to ask a busser for a bag and a cup for her sauce. He was very sweet, he filled our waters and asked if we needed anything else. The restaurant charges a 5% fee for the team, you can decline it. We didn't. I even still gave the server a respectable tip. Sadly she could have received twice as much because I used to serve when I was much younger. My wife is a Dorector in the Hospitality industry and she loves giving extra. I understand the struggle but if she was as charismatic as Kori she could make more and really add to the restaurant. Needless to say we will not make the hour and 15 minute drive again.

A's Restaurant has truly become our favorite place in Long Beach! We first came here in March to…read morecelebrate my promotion, and the experience was so amazing that my daughter and I have continued coming back ever since. I especially want to shout out Melissa, Justin, and Alberto. Their service is beyond exceptional, but it's how genuinely warm, personable, and welcoming they are that makes every visit so special. They always make my daughter and I feel like family, and that kind of hospitality is rare. The food is absolutely delicious, and the quality is consistently amazing, but even great food and quality are nothing without great service. Melissa, Justin, and Alberto truly complete the entire experience. We always leave feeling cared for, appreciated, and excited to return. We absolutely love A's and the wonderful people who make it feel like home. If I could give more than five stars, I would!

We stopped by on Sunday afternoon. Perhaps due to the time, getting a table was easy, even as…read morewalk-ins. The available menu was the brunch menu. We started with appetizers: mussels ($23) and braised lamb belly ($25). For the main course, we ordered a ribeye steak ($69), Scottish salmon ($46), and "dirty pasta" ($36). Drinks included a glass of wine ($17) and a glass of Coke ($4.50). With tax ($23.15) and an "employee benefits" charge ($5.51), the total came to $249.16 before gratuity. The mussels are cooked in a broth of white wine, nduja sausage, tomatoes, onions, lemon juice, and parsley, with a toasted baguette served on the side. I liked the overall taste of the dish, but the mussels were small. The braised lamb belly was an interesting dish, as it was served with kimchi and thin sheets of daikon radish on the side. I assumed the idea was to make a "taco" by combining the three components. I liked it, though the lamb had bit of gaminess which might not appeal to everyone. The ribeye plate comes as steak only, with sides available à la carte. The steak was cooked nicely--juicy and flavorful, though I was a bit surprised by how rich it tasted. The "dirty pasta" features large rigatoni, ground duck, ricotta, and sauce. It was good, and the duck made for an interesting change from the usual beef. As a complete plated meal, I think the Scottish salmon was impressive--both for its visual presentation and the taste of the meal as a whole. The restaurant floor has a split-level design. Upon entering, you'll find a large oval bar surrounded by tables and booths. Step down a level, and there are seats offering views of the Long Beach marina. This area with a view is protected by windows--which is good, as the marine air is often cool and breezy. It seems that nearly all the establishments owned by this restaurant group have names starting with the letter or word "A." When searching online, use the words "a pch restaurant," as "a pch" alone is apparently too vague a search term. A final note to management: I was surprised to see a $5.51 charge for "employee benefit" on our bill. I playfully asked our server what benefits this covered, but they didn't know. They mentioned it could be removed if I objected, but I chose not to. My point is, if you're charging diners, shouldn't your staff be able to explain it? And if the line item can be so easily discharged, maybe you shouldn't be adding it in the first place.

Service was outstanding. Our server Isaac was exceptional as were the support staff. Even the…read moremanager stopped by to check up on us. This time we opted for the $60 3 course meal. It was too much food and excellent taste. I had French onion soup (9/10), Stuffed Chicken (10/10), mashed potatoes (7/10) and cheesecake (10/10). The warm bread and butter were very good. The wine selection was good. I am heading back there soon.

From the moment we arrived, Anthony, the manager, and his team made us feel welcomed. Anthony…read moregreeted us with a big smile and a handshake and immediately made us feel like family. Now, there was a funny moment... Anthony would occasionally speak directly to Justin and forget that Justin is deaf. And Justin, being Justin, would just laugh and nod his head like he heard every word. We all got a good laugh out of it. Then there was Isaac, our waiter, who took excellent care of us throughout the evening. His service was attentive, personable, and genuine. We even exchanged some travel stories and information, which made the experience feel even more personal. We truly enjoyed having Isaac take care of our table. And then came the FOOD! We took advantage of the $60 three-course menu and upgraded our steak cuts--and let me tell you... Those steaks arrived SIZZLING, buttery, tender, and cooked to perfection. That first cut went through the steak like slicing through butter. DELISH! For the drinks, I enjoyed a Smoky Brown Butter Old Fashioned , Wifey enjoyed her Pomegranate Martini , and our daughter went with a Lemon Drop/Strawberry Martini. Justin kept it classic with his Coke. Great food? Absolutely. Great drinks? Absolutely. But what made the evening memorable was the experience. You don't have to wait for a special occasion to create a special experience. Sometimes it's about the people you're with, the effort you put into the moment, the service you receive, and taking the time to simply enjoy the table you're sitting at. Anthony, Isaac, and the entire Ruth's Chris Long Beach team--thank you for helping us celebrate Justin's 29th birthday in style! To another successful dining experience!

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

I came here for an early lunch and was pleasantly surprised by how much parking was available. The…read morefood was 10/10, and the portions were excellent! The presentation was beautiful, and the taste was truly chef's kiss. The Thai tea was one of the best I've ever had. Not only was the presentation beautiful, but you could genuinely taste the delicious blend of tea. The service was excellent, and I never felt rushed. The restaurant was also very clean and welcoming. If you're in the area, please don't hesitate to stop by. You won't be disappointed! Alex our server was great.

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.

Finally made it out and they are about to close. :(…read more It was very busy when we arrived and we had to wait about 20 minutes, but after being seated, everything was smooth. Trying several items on the menu provided us a nice sampling of what they have to offer. We enjoyed everything we ordered. My favorite was probably the Brussel sprouts as they were cooked to perfection and not sweet like most restaurants serve them. A close 2nd was the chicken parmesan served over zucchini noodles. The final item ordered was a mushroom pasta with shrimp. The shrimp were fantastic with a light char and perfect flavoring. The pasta was good. It was a bit to spicy for me with the chili oil so I only had a small portion. The inside is simple yet inviting with an open layout. They seemed a bit short staffed, but every one was hustling and honestly we were well taken care of. Sad I won't have another opportunity to try more of the menu, but grateful to squeeze in this visit before they close in about a week.

It's been a while since the last time I've visited for dinner and drinks. This time, we stopped by…read moreSaturday evening with no reservations. It did look quite busy on the patio when we checked in with the hostess. We were informed that it would prob be about 20 minutes or so for a table and if we wanted to wait at the bar. Exactly what we did. Bar area had maybe 5/6 hi top chairs that look onto the bar. Gabriel and Francisco who were working was knocking the drinks out one by one. Sitting there and just watching them create magic for everyone, it was quite amusing. Seeing how it's made and presented with precise detail, it was an art. While waiting for the table we started off with the raspberry lychee martini and the spicy margaritas. Both were great. The right amount of kick with each sip. Gabriel was knocking them out one by one and man was he busy. Fransisco took are of us while we were eating which we ended up just having our dinner at the bar instead. The last time I remembered the chicken Parmesan which was excellent. So we started off with the grilled prawns as a starters. Five prawns in a skewers and grilled with a delicious sauce accompanied. It was tasty and quite delicious. Decent size and meaty for each bite. Entrees was a little mishap as our meal was mistakenly given to the party next to us which they enjoyed. Honesty mistake but we laughed it off. Kitchen was informed and a rushed was put on our order. We weren't in a rush so it was fine with us. They apologized and graciously offered us a dessert after dinner. Something simple but very graceful for the honest mistake. Entrees, the wild mushrooms pasta which was quite tasty and pretty decent in size. The cream sauce which wasn't too over powering the meal was great. Each bite was very tasty. Then there was the chicken Parmesan which why we were here and expecting. The last visit it was excellent with grilled broccolini, slices of tomatoes on top and mozzarella cheese and onto spaghetti pasta. It was great. Thinking it would be the same this time which it wasn't. This visit, it was just served with squash pasta and buffalo mozzarella on top. Honestly it wasn't what I expected, somewhat of a little disappointed. Chicken was good don't get me wrong. But the hot meat with sauce and then you have literally COLD squash pasta paired with it. It was a little underwhelming. Overall, we still had a nice experience. The place was pretty full and of course the lakers were on so it was fun seeing everyone cheering them on. Bar seating for a meal was great as we had fun conversations with both Gabriel and Francisco. Plus they were cranking them drinks out one by one. Excellent in what they do. The drinks were great, grilled prawns and wild mushrooms pastas were excellent. Chicken parm, this time was a miss. Overall, we enjoyed our meal and cocktails. Also the dessert, highly recommend the Cinnabon with vanilla ice cream. Wow, it went down very well. Hoping next time will outdo this.