I ordered the Party Sub Giulio UNBELIEVABLE! I have never had an authentic Italian sub and the…read morebread was nice and soft seemed fresh! The meat was more than enough I LOVED that. Only gripe I'd have is slightly more lettuce but overall GREAT sandwhich! 8.5/10

I grew up eating the original torpedo back in the 80's and use them as a benchmark for a great sub…read more To date, I haven't found one that stacks up to the torpedo. Drove 45 miles to pick up a torpedo and it was so good. Not many places can keep the quality and taste this consistent. Old school location with street parking and a free parking lot right across the street. Inside you will find dry goods from Italy and the counter towards the back. They have premade torpedoes ready for pickup so no need to wait. Two sizes - get the large one, you'll thank me later! These are premade without condiments but somehow the "dry" sandwiches are so satisfying. Another option to consider if you like hot sandwiches is the meatball sub. Yumm!

Having been a dedicated customer at the original Norwalk location, I was thrilled when I stumbled…read moreacross them in Long Beach, and I had to stop immediately. I can happily report that the move hasn't changed the incredible quality and charm of this Argentinian powerhouse. I placed an order of a dozen empanadas (Beef, spinach, and cheese), two packs of sandwiches de miga, and a choripán, and everything was fantastic. This place is the choripan king. Hands down, this is my go-to place for choripan. The balance of the sausage, bread, and condiments is perfect every single time. Their empanadas are also delicious, offering that perfectly flaky crust and flavorful filling that keeps me coming back. The new Long Beach interior is clean and very welcoming. More importantly, the owner is still the friendliest person you could meet, which truly makes the experience.

Got empanadas for a work potluck and they were a crowd pleaser. They had such good flavor and…read morereasonably priced for a dozen! The mini chimichurris were free but a larger size is available for purchase.

My New Go-To Coffee Spot -- You HAVE to Try This Place! I…read morewas just recently introduced to this little gem, and I am so glad I was! From the moment you walk in, the vibe is warm, cute, and incredibly welcoming -- the kind of spot that instantly feels like your place. The drinks are on point. I've tried the iced coffee and the matcha, and both were excellent -- not overly sweet, not watered down, just really well done. But what truly won me over? The breakfast sandwiches. I had a croissant sandwich with sausage, egg, and cheese, and it was chef's kiss -- fresh, high-quality ingredients, generous portions, and packed with flavor. Not a single corner cut. And the service? Amazing. The staff is attentive, friendly, and genuinely makes you feel taken care of. That kind of hospitality is rare and it absolutely elevates the whole experience. This is officially my new coffee spot, hands down. Whether you're stopping in for a quick coffee or sitting down for a full breakfast, do yourself a favor and check this place out. You won't regret it!

CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE LEAVING Was looking for a breakfast…read morespot and came across this place. It was about a 20 minute drive from home so I was hoping it was worth it. Walking in the ambiance was regular typical cafe. The customer service was traditionally basic. I ordered for 4ppl and when I arrived home I noticed my order was partially wrong. I ordered 2 bacon avocado toast, 1 avocado toast and a grilled cheese. They forgot the bacon on one of the avocado toast. And 2 of the 4 drinks weren't full. As I mentioned it was about a 20 minute drive so I just took the loss. The taste of the food was ok for 2 of the ppl other 2 ppl one being myself was kind turned off with the missing bacon and half full drinks so I basically trashed my meal. I'm aware humans make mistakes but that alone doesn't make me want to rush back to this location. I do want to mention something good about this place I did like how they dressed up the avocado toast with the egg on the side.

Where do I even start about this restaurant?…read more The atmosphere? Welcoming and friendly. The food? Let's just say I was contemplating what dish I wanted to try next WHILE eating my meal- incredible and fresh! I ordered the Butifarra Sandwich, Lomo Saltado, and a PB&J Latte. Butifarra Sandwich: flavorful and super satisfying. It was tender and the bread was soft AND crunchy? Amazing. The yucca fries were a perfect accompaniment. Lomo Saltado: it just hit the spot. This felt like eating a home cooked meal in the very best way. Wholesome and flavorful and fresh! PB&J Latte: this was a cheeky choice for a weekend treat and I was NOT disappointed. Smooth and sweet without being overly sweet thoroughly impressed me. It was pure comfort in a cup. I've been dreaming about this restaurant since trying it for the first time.

I normally come for the Indian food in the plaza, but this spot has been on my bookmarks for a…read morewhile. I'm really glad I finally tried it--and also a little annoyed I waited this long. It's truly a hidden gem. Once we sat down and placed our order, that's when the smell of the food started coming through, and it made the wait even more worth it. I ordered the pulled ham sandwich, and even though it sounds simple, the flavor and combination of everything, especially with the yuca fries, was really impressive. The spicy sauce they give on the side is also really good and ties everything together. My partner got the green chicken pasta (I can't remember the name), and that was just as delicious. Definitely something I'd order again. We also tried the arroz con leche coffee, which was amazing. I'll probably try it with caffeine next time since we came closer to closing for dinner. The space is ambient and spacious, and the staff were friendly and helpful when explaining the menu, which makes a big difference when you're not sure what to get. They also have free parking outside, it's handicap accessible, and there are restrooms available. One thing to note--it's a cashless place, so make sure to bring a card. I'm definitely coming back to try more of the menu.

We had some GREAT burgers here!! Their Chinese chicken salad is also very good…read more Fries were pretty darn good as well. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Staff is always pleasant and we will return.

Came for breakfast to try for first time, I had the bacon…read moreand egg breakfast, Scrambled eggs 5 stars, properly done right! Hash browns 3 stars, disappointing, basically it's a bigger version of a McDonald's hash brown, not what I was expecting. Bacon 5 stars, excellent! Gave me 5 pieces I couldn't even finish, no complaints. Sourdough toast 2 stars, didn't have a good toast on both sides, not good. Coffee 4 stars, good enough, They offer salsa with breakfast, salsa 4 stars, good enough. Service was good 4.5 stars Ambiance- good enough 4 stars Overall I give SS a 4 stars for breakfast, I will come back for sandwiches.

i was waiting for my windshield replacement across the street and i decided to try this place…read more omg. i loved it!! can't wait to try more things at this place. also a plus that i ran into my fav lb food influencer lol. i was so awkward and asked for a hug. she told me that she loves the crispy pork bahn mi from here so i'll be sure to try that i got the lemongrass beef (no. 2). the beef is in a little rectangular (?) patty form inside the sandwich. it's soft and tender and there were no grisly bits which is great. i don't like it when there is just straight meat chunks and grisly bits. the price is also very reasonable not a very cute place to dine in at and most people seem to do take out but it is delicious. the baguette also has a perfect cronch!! will be back soon. i recommended this place to my fam too and they loved it as well

Man, where do I get started? The food, the price and the quality…read more They have great plant-based options, and it is definitely made fresh. Such an underrared gem, and the customer service is great. They have regulars, and first time go-eeeers and they treat everyone with respect and dignity. My only complain is, I wish the regular coffee had more coffee.

lived in Long Beach all my life and finally got to try Nonna, it was great! expect to wait a bit…read morearound brunch because they do get busy, but staff was super respectful and informative especially since it was my first time seeing the menu. 10/10 def recommend the rigatoni! but will be back to try other dishes :) seating area and table set up was nice and neat as well ++++

This was me and my friends 2nd time to the Summer Nights and last year we really really enjoyed it…read more Everything was delicious and we couldn't wait to go back. This time (yesterday), however, was not nearly the same experience. First of all, I realized we couldn't book a table for 8 people, so me and my friends book 2 tables for 8.30PM. I called asking if it's possible to put our tables together close or side by side, they said they will try their best. We all showed up at 8.30 and waited until around 9-9.15 because they only had 1 table ready. Ok. Come the time the other table opened and it's not even that close to each other. But it's okay, I respect the limitations on this part. No one came to us to take our order or even give us water until way later, and we got our drinks at 9.45. Another critique is that my friend called and ask how much corkage fee and they said $25. It turned out to be $40. Another disappointment, but it's ok. Not much can be done bout that part. Next thing is the food. We enjoyed the fried green beans. Crudo was really really salty, and it's not only 1 person thought that. We wondered if the kitchen mistakenly salted the fish twice. We enjoyed the peach salad. We ordered a few different pasta and the tagliatelle in particular was disappointing. It really lacked flavor that we had to mix the other pasta dish sauce to it. The pork plate was good, a bit small but we enjoyed it. Now the mussles and frites were disappointing too. The sauce just didn't do it for me (other friends agreed). I always talked really highly about Nonna Mercato (I also enjoyed the brunch so much) and always told people that this is one of my most favorite restaurants in Long Beach, but this one really missed the mark for me and my friends. I don't know if this would make us want to go to Summer Nights again next time. For $130 per person (after tax, tip, and corkage fees), I definitely hoped for a much better experience.

One of the best strawberry croissant that I've ever had I…read morereally enjoyed every single bits Thanks Cream pan bakery

I was in Lomita and was looking for a place to grab coffee and pastries. While browsing Yelp, I was…read moresurprised to find out there was a Cream Pan nearby. I've always wanted to try their Orange County location but just never got around to it, so I was excited to finally give them a try. I walked in expecting it to be self-serve like 85 Degrees Bakery, but it's actually set up more like a donut shop or Porto's, where most of the pastries are displayed in a case and you tell the staff what you'd like. They do have a refrigerated self-serve section with sandwiches and onigiri, as well as a table with loaves of bread and buns. The ordering process caught me off guard because I usually like taking my time looking through all the pastries at bakeries. Since everything was behind the counter, I felt a little rushed with people waiting behind me. They have so many options that it can be a bit overwhelming. I also had to stop myself from ordering too much since I'm trying to cut back on carbs. Here's what I ordered: Hot Dog Bun - 4/5: Tasty with a soft, fluffy bun. I just wish it had a little more of that cheesy crust on top. Ham and Cheese Croissant - 3/5: My boyfriend ordered this and thought it was just okay. It was a little small for the price. Strawberry Cream Croissant - 5/5: They're known for this, and now I understand why. The pastry was light and flaky, the strawberries were sweet, and the custard was rich without being overly sweet. Spam Roll Onigiri - 4/5: I loved the egg, and it was really flavorful. It was served a bit cold, though. I think it would taste even better if it were kept under a heat lamp. Raisin Bun - 5/5: So soft and fluffy, with just the right amount of raisins. It was also a great value--six buns for only $4.20. Hot Vanilla Latte - 4/5: Strong with just a light sweetness. It was really good, but I think it could have been a little creamier. The prices were reasonable. I spent about $26 for everything, which I thought was a great deal. Customer service was excellent. Even though there was a line behind me, the staff never made me feel rushed while I decided what I wanted. The barista was especially friendly and even checked in afterward to ask if I liked my latte. If I'm ever back in the area, I would definitely come again.