Cool little place to hang out. And patio area awesome. People that work there are cool too

Dive bar chic. The Crest has all the fun local charm. Hidden gem with a small oasis on the patio. Those colorful lights and awesome waterfall and space is very inviting. Plenty of tunes, pool/billiards and great drinks inside. The service is spot on. Easy local street parking and local to other North Long Beach gay bars like Falcon North and Flux. We had a round of drinks with cigars on the patio and met up with some local friends. It was a pretty mellow night. Everyone was friendly. Definitely more of a locals spot, but all are welcome. Easy Juke Box. Free Wi-Fi. Cash bar. ATM available. Gender neutral restrooms as well as ADA compliant. Rustic around the edges, but more modern in select places both inside and out. The Crest does have some themed nights and drag shows on occasion. I hadn't been inside in a good eight years or so, definitely hope to stop in again and support them. read more

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If you want a chill night away from the craziness in downtown, this is the place. They have pool tables and good drinks. Service was great. Definitely a good spot for any gays who live around this area read more

It is a very chill, fun spot with friendly bartenders. Drinks never disappoint, and the music is usually great as well. Two separate restrooms, with one being a single for more privacy. A nice back patio with a fountain and some plants for a relaxed vibe. Cash only, but they can serve as an ATM if you don't have any. Just ask the bartender how. read more

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I like this place but the parking is terrible because there's always these pink vans parked out front. Have you guys thought about reporting to the LB parking enforcement??? It's very unfortunate to see this dude park his stupid 4 vans on the whole block. It's not good look. If you see a pink van that says "pink girls.com" please report it to the LB parking enforcement. It's very sketchy looking !!This is not okay! This dude takes advantage of the parking spots, he is parked here day and night! It's very unfortunate especially when you want your costumer's to park at your Bar. Please do something about this issue! read more

I had a great time here celebrating cinco de mayo! Food & drinks were good & the bartender was nice. If you come here it's best to bring cash. read more

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Always a great time! Great atmosphere, delicious drinks, friendly people. The music is always on point.

Came here for the first time from out of town. Everyone is so friendly and the drinks are delicious. So much love for the poeple here this is my new spot for sure. George the bartender is such a sweetheart i love him !! He def help make the experience. Cant wait to come back read more

Best dive bar in Long Beach, great bartenders and awesome drink specials. Free pool during the week from 2-7.

I came here on a Sunday night and it was very laid back. The bartender working that night, Billy was very welcoming and greeted us as soon as we entered. He was very sweet and charming. The cocktails were very good and reasonably priced. I would def come again. read more

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They sell drinks to minors knowingly and don't care. And the owner is really rude and doesn't know how to treat customers

I've lived in Long Beach for years and always frequent the Broadway Bars and the Silver Fox and on occasion make it out Hamburger Mary's. Yet somehow only visited the Crest for the first time last week. I'm glad I finally made it. This is the epitome of your neighborhood bar. Feels super local, with a good number of regular patrons, yet still inviting to first timers like myself. Bartenders are great, it's decorated super well, and has a patio for when you need some air and if you're a smoker. Can't wait to add this spot to my Long Beach bar rotation and support them more. read more

The Crest - Entrance - Gay Bars Near Me - Long Beach, California

It's great to have some gay bars in or near north long beach area. The Crest is unassuming and they do pour some stiff drinks. They also have an outside patio area. Parking is mostly on the street. It can get pretty crowded. They also serve food here as well. Definitely worth checking out. read more

Long time ago in the 1990s was the very first time i came to the crest i was a Gay scared kid mike and his staff made me feel safe and welcome i even met the love of my life here today we are Married he played in the saturday night pool and would win there sometime years later now when i come down it looks even better today with the out back foutain all the good food read more

I stopped in The Crest mid afternoon on a weekday. It was slow so I can't give much comment. They did have a small late lunch crowd though I did not eat. The food looked good and the place had a local hangout vibe, which I like. I hope to hit at a more happening time on my next trip. read more

Came into this joint because it's down the street from my house. Had no idea it was a gay (or all-inclusive) bar, but that's beside the point. Happy hour kills with a huge pitcher of anything on tap for $15, the service is great, you got pool tables & a modern jukebox to play whatever you want. Cheap drinks, great service, clean joint. read more

I have been coming to this amazing locals bar for far longer than my parents would like me to admit. Michael, the owner himself, is the sweetest; a supper advocate/supporter of local charities and LGBTQ+ endeavors! (Personal) - Thank you Michael! - Apologies about that time with Islander security detal, but def got home safe. It was all my fault and you know you're awesome!!! Jose is always bringing that vibrant welcoming vibe for all pronouns, celebrations, and libations cuz there's no one better than the professor of the pour. Chet rocks the smallest pick~me~up shorts even when short shorts won't get anyone down midweek or midday with a smile and tank/kicks combo I can't dare afford because of my BMI. (He's hot and I think single?) I can't fathom above mid-thigh/thought while he's rocking and pouring at rates that defy gravity. Austin mixes in an irreverent smile and fun joviality into every evening he's your mix master with a smile belying ALL the lime sharp, lemon tart, Cheshire grin you need regardless. (Shirtless or not!) Tommy's navigated that potentially insurmountable chill required by; barstool posts of old timers, obnoxious trail-blazing youth, and even just the "I'll wait." crew. Dealing with all that later evening meeting headaches and traffic nightmares... with flair, smize, and a wonderful wit (but he mostly drives a "Vespa" ). I might be biased but this place is awesome, inviting, ALL ACCEPTING, and supports OUR commuy and local charities! If you get the chance, find the regs. They're playing pool, or being judgmentalthe opposite side of the bar with me likely smackdab in the middle. These guys have awesome stories that need some oral history. read more

This gay club is probably a really fun place for the locals which I am not basing my review on because I visited on a Sunday night and we all know nobody goes to a club the day before a work week. So the bar is quite spacious with two pool tables and a bar off to the left side with stools all around. There was also a patio in the back but it was poorly lite with an uneven walk way so tread carefully. Besides this the ambience was unattractive and lacking character. read more

The Crest - Gay Bars Near Me - Long Beach, California

Great hometown bar. Bartenders are super friendly and make fantastic drinks. Very casual. Have outside patio. Pool tables. Juke box. Sunday fundays is free bbq 4-9 pm. They cooked to order for me today. Awesome burger and steak fries! Thank you so much for the warm welcome! Will definitely be back. read more

Where do I start, I absolutely love this dive bar they have cheap drinks, great music and the most amazing bartenders Tommy and Jose. If you come you must try the Wap shots soooo good. read more

The drinks are cheap, and this is the only gay bar I know in North LB now that Pistons is closed. That's about where the positives end. There's nothing nearby, and the average age of patrons tends to be older than 50. The bathroom has a distinct odor at all times, as does much of the left side of the bar. I have had several interactions with the owner, and all of them left me wondering why anybody would want to support such an unfriendly man who so obviously only cares about our money. Obviously, none of the above matters if you live nearby and wanna get drunk for cheap at a dive with other guys your age. If you're over 35, a gay male, and live on Cherry north of the 405, this is the place for you! For them, this bar deserves a 5-star rating. It doesn't get any better than the Crest for local dirtbag debauchery! That said, people who know the Crest typically don't need to look it up on Yelp. For probably 99% of people reading this, I highly recommend visiting the Mine Shaft, The Brit, or similar on Broadway instead if you want a gay dive bar experience. If you're from out of town and want a destination bar for partying, I recommend visiting Ripples, which is the OG Gay club of Long Beach. Crest is GREAT for its intended audience, but I cannot in good conscience recommend it to anybody else. read more

Let me say something nice and positive about "The Crest" first.. 1. I like the Crest 2. Prices are great 3. Complementary BBQ 4. Jose the bartender is awesome 5. Nice patio Now the not so nice and negative. 1. Owner disrespectful except to his favorite " queens" 2. Other bartenders are rude and not personable.. 3. The Charge of $2.00 to use Debit/Visa card 4. Owner Michael Romero uses his patrons/queens to throw/86 people out including myself. 5. Owners favorites/ regulars think they run the bar.. so beware. ( They usually sit at first table to the left) They are loud, gossip, talk behind your back however they will say hello to your face and much attitude. (Not all of them but a few) 6. Will get thrown out for defending yourself ( like I did) 7. Can not smoke pot on patio however if you want a hand/blow job, please feel free to do so.. ( I've witness all three) So there it is in a nut shell... The crest can be fun however it can be not so fun. There are other bars in area that are greater... Cheers! read more

This is a dive bar but it's a great place to meet up with friends and have some beer and play darts and play some pool. For some reason the Hot dog on a stick is good here and I order Hot dogs here too when I come hang out. The drinks are pretty cheap. read more

Visited for the first time this past Sunday. My friend and I had a nice afternoon there enjoying good food, friendly customer service and a nice outdoor seating area. Would have enjoyed music outside, too. Will definitely return when back in the Long Beach area. read more

Visited for the first time in several years. Friendly staff. Good vibe. Nice outdoor sitting area with garden and waterfall. Free burgers for happy hour. Will definitely return. read more

I don't have issues with these bar, but these bartender Brad he always make a day miserable when I'm there. We always have something to make mad. Love the rest of the bartenders but this guy it's rude. read more

Was on my home home and spontaneously dropped in not knowing what to expect. Wow, the bartender Matthew was awesome made me feel totally comfortable so I stuck around to enjoy the crowd read more

I was visiting from phx and wanted somewhere to go. I found the crest on yelp. It was a hole in the wall type joint, with a handful of patrons. From the little I observed(from my seat), it's definitely a male establishment. I bought two drinks and gave my debit card. The bartender notified me that there would be an additional $2 charge for my purchase because they make a withdrawal from their drawer. It's 2017, get a debit terminal or a square! read more

I've been coming to the crest for quite some time now and I know what to expect. it's a dive, they cater to a certain age group, and it's better to bring cash than deal with their convoluted card handling system. but it's not a bad place to come for a casual beer and a chat with a friend and not feel like you have to fight for a table because there are usually plenty free. last night I came in with a friend to watch drag race. they had plenty of drink specials and we found a good table. I was chatting with the bartender about how the show brings people in on an extra night of the week which is usually dead for the bar, but most patrons dip out as soon as the show ends. imagine my surprise when the owner, who appears to have come in specifically to manage the sound system, cut off the audio from the show as soon as the main show ended and the after-show commentary began, leaving all of us sitting in front of the TV a bit shocked and disappointed. he then came over, not bothering to notice or perhaps ignoring our collective air of disappointment, and changed the tv to some ancient music videos. if the show is the only thing bringing people in to spend money on a night that is usually dead for you, don't you wanna squeeze every second and every penny out of it that you possibly can? maybe he didn't know about the after-show. sure enough, as I was walking back to my car, there was a caravan of cars kicking up a huge cloud of dust on their way out. I guess I really just feel bad for the bartender. read more

Great prices! Nice hang out with a couple of pool tables, and a great patio. Another improvement was they added parking, it was a pain in the butt before. Not a bad place to frequent... lots of potential read more

Super chill on off nights with a sexy little back patio where nobody cares or stares.. free pool one night a week, $2 And $3 special all the time. Michael is the owner and is in quite often and always has a smile and small convo for you. The bar boys are excellent, not dicky at all and lend to the relaxed atmosphere. I love the patio with its mini garden and pond to enjoy and Brad is defiinitely my favorite bartender. Went here with my fave and have to say this place made the night that much more interesting!:) read more

The Crest - Back patio view - Gay Bars Near Me - Long Beach, California

Here's my first review! Before I moved to Silver Lake this was MY bar. The staff and owner are awesome! He retrieved a prize that I won and someone walk off with a coup[le of New Years Eves ago. Price wise, you get a lot of bang for your buck. Sometimes you can even get banged by a buck as well. My favorite nights are Wednesday (free pool all night), Friday (Leather Night) and Undie Sunday afternoons (discount drinks if you strip down to your underwear). If you wear leather on Friday, you get discount drinks. Sunday afternoons are really fun in the warmer weather. You just can't beat a free BBQ and various guys in various stages of hot running around drinking in their underwear. The crowd ranges in all shapes, sizes and ages and are usually super friendly. Even if you're the shy type, you will get talked to and cruised. In this place it is really obvious when someone is interested in you. If you're not shy, even better. Find a conversation that sounds interesting and jump in. I still try to stop by at least one or twice a month just to say hello. read more

Ok The CREST is my favorite bar in Long Beach . Friendly staff and the BEST DRINK PRICES in town. 6.- pitchers on sunday with free burgers on the patio. The waterfall outside and two pool tables inside add to the fun. I had a 50th birthday party here and the owner supplied decorations it was spectacular. Parking is ample and FREE . Ive been to every bar in town and this place is my go to bar for a great time. read more

First time coming in was a blast! Came in Wednesday night, for 2 dollar beers with my friends. Matthew was such a delight, he made sure we were taken care of all night. Drinks were never empty. We will be back on his shift! read more

This place is so much fun! Cool dive bar with a great staff & cheap strong drinks! LOVE LOVE LOVE this place, especially Sunday Beer Bust & Friday Happy Hour! Also....Thank you Crest & Panda Productions for making my 41st Birthday AMAZING! read more

CREST is a good bar been there for 20+ years same owner, always good service and good bartenders. Sunday beer bust always fun, and have great hamburgers and hotdogs made to order. Good place to come sunday afternoon or anytime. read more

I looooooove this place always so chill and Jose the bar tender is the fucking best always so humble and sweet and so honest I love him he makes the whole experience worth it. Drinks are good vibe is right best place to go on a Friday read more

I've been to The Crest twice and had tons of fun! The owner is awesome! We reserved tables on the patio and had yummy food for a large party. The drinks are strong and the bartenders are friendly. They have a large selection of beer and liquor, something for everyone. read more

Love this spot! Very low-key but crowd & bartenders are the best. Everyone is very friendly. Good music & cheap drinks! The patio is super cute with a small waterfall! read more

really disappointed that i won't be coming to this bar anymore. i came for the friendly service and devoted bartenders but i refuse to give the owner any more of my money. he talks down to his employees in front of customers, prioritizes his circle of queens and prides himself on an accepting environment when thats not the reality. almost every conversation i had initiated by a regular usually led to me having to explain my gender, reinstate my pronouns and/or listen on to how good of an ally they are bc they "had a trans friend".. and this is after finding out there was talk amongst themselves over people like me invading "their" space. there's no use calling him out either without him accusing, deflecting or denying. i feel for the bartenders who could make this establishment expand as a fun, lively and inclusive safe space for the lgbtq+ community. there's a lot of great qualities about this bar and it shows so much potential but it seems like a missed opportunity.. read more