When you're out of town and you're surrounded by good restaurants, who really wants to eat at their…read morehotel? Well... sometimes it's unavoidable and I can happily say that the Enclave at the Long Beach Hilton is a solid and consistent pick. I ordered the enclave burger which was listed as being a 50/50 mix of beef short rib and brisket - which sounded amazing. Overall, a solid (and very filling) burger that was also impressive to look at. IMHO, this would have been better if the meat had been seasoned and the "Killer Sauce" had been more killer. Overall, these issues made the burger somewhat bland and in need of a little ketchup to make the flavors pop. It was good, though - just not realizing its full burger potential. The fries were great. Crispy on the outside and nice and soft on the inside with a perfect amount of sea salt. No ketchup required for those. We ate at the lobby bar and service was initially fast and responsive but shortly after we arrived, the only server working became very overwhelmed by a flood of hungry people. Definitely not her fault. If I have to eat at my hotel, the Enclave is at least a solid pick that I know I will not regret.

Took a small table to watch the Dodgers on their 4 screens. Not too crowded and only a handful of…read morepeople eating. Most were having drinks and watching the baseball game. I didn't eat or drink anything but the staff is attentive and nice. This is a nice little eatery/bar inside the LB Hilton.

If you're in Long Beach and want great drinks at a spot you wouldn't normally expect, don't miss…read moreDane and Rob at the bar inside the Marriott Downtown Long Beach. I was there with clients and they absolutely delivered. The gin and tequila drinks were perfectly balanced, smooth, and made with real attention to detail. More importantly, the service was top tier. Professional, welcoming, and just great energy all around. When you're hosting clients, service matters, and these two made the experience seamless. Definitely a hidden gem in Long Beach.

Local Current is a solid choice if you're staying at the Marriott in downtown Long Beach or just in…read morethe area. The space is comfortable with a relaxed, modern feel -- easy to settle into whether you're grabbing a quick bite or having a sit-down meal. Service was good too; friendly, attentive, and everything came out at a nice pace. The food was flavorful with great texture across the board. I especially liked the Wagyu burger -- juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked just the way it should be. The fries were crispy and well-seasoned, the kind you can't stop picking at. Their other dishes also had a nice balance of flavor without feeling too heavy, which I appreciated. Drinks were solid as well, refreshing and well-made. Overall, a good spot with tasty food, comfortable vibes, and the bonus of being conveniently located right inside the hotel.

Tried this place for the first time last night prior to going to Long Beach theater. They were very…read morebusy but Fabio managed to squeeze us in. Everyone is very friendly and the food was really good. Please come and try it out It is located on the bridge connecting the convention center to Long beach theater.

I love Risu! I stopped by on Sunday while I was on my evening walk and it had the best energy! The…read moretwo servers Aliya and Camden were so sweet and helpful when trying to decide what drink was best for me! They were so sweet with other customers too! Great place. Highly recommend.

Impressed by this Long Beach sports pub…read more I visited recently with a group of friends to grab some lunch and watch a hockey game. Firkin Pub has the perfect set up for this combo. This spot is great for small groups, and has visibility to several TVs scattered across the bar. We ordered a variety of apps, including the spinach and artichoke dip and the fried pickles. Both are musts. I also grabbed the Fungi burger with a turkey patty. This burger was layered with mushrooms, blue cheese, and a thick thick patty. Absolutely delicious and easily enough food for two people. This entree also comes paired with shoe string fries, which should not be overlooked.

I visited The Firkin a while ago and had an overall great experience! I was able to bring along my…read morefur baby on their outdoor patio, which was a huge plus. The British-themed decor is cozy and charming, giving the place a unique pub feel. My boyfriend and I opted for some brews alongside our meals. He ordered the BBQ burger, and I had the fried cod and chips. The fish had a nice panko-crusted breading, and the steak fries were a great touch. I also really enjoyed their tartar sauce! As for the service, I have no complaints. The gentleman who took care of us that evening was hospitable, attentive, and pleasant throughout our visit. The speed of service was also right on par with what you'd expect. All in all, The Firkin is definitely a unique spot that I'd recommend checking out in Long Beach, at least for a one time experience. Support your local businesses!

We found an amazing spot from a man name Doug a local in the Shoreline village just by asking him,…read moreis the food good ? Curtis was awesome we were going to Louisiana Charles, but they just could not get their customer service together! It was a terrible set up!!! I walked in found Curtis and he said "sit anywhere I'll come out and take your order"! Perfect! I'm so happy with the set up already! I got a spot looking at the marina which is my favorite along with people watching on the boardwalk!! The fish tacos are so good and my husband's bangers and mash out of 10 he gave it a 7, so that's really good for a man from New Zealand! Make sure and drop by and say hi to Curtis and Marc - you won't be disappointed!!

Located in Shoreline Village and very convenient walk on the overpass if you are staying at the…read moreHyatt. Fun atmosphere, with live music on the night we were there. The staff is friendly if a little slow on the service side. Our server was doing multiple jobs on a busy evening , serving and bar tending so each suffered a bit. There were 4 of us. We shared the guac and chips (the chips were the colors of the Irish flag), really good and recommend. I had the corned beef sliders, and one family member had the full corned beef and cabbage plate. We both agree the corned beef was exceptional, but the horseradish sauce was so mild you couldn't taste the horseradish at all (and with the slow service we had no opportunity to ask for straight horseradish to enhance it) Two went with fish, one the fish and chips, one the grilled Mahi with mango salsa. Both throughly enjoyed their meals. The biggest disappointment of the evening was the bread pudding. My brother LOVES bread pudding, if it's on the menu, he is ordering it. This one was terrible. Very dry, and if there was the whiskey glaze on it, he couldn't find it. It was so bad he didn't eat it, and the server didn't offer to take it off the bill either. If you are driving, the parking is paid, but most restaurants will validate so your fee is lowered.

Solidly okay mexican food, I've had better, and I've had worse. The steak in the fajitas was really…read moresoft, but I don't remember anything else being remarkable. The building didn't say "Next Door" anywhere on it, so I was unsure if we were at the right place.

Friday evening review:…read more Sat outside since we had my puppy with me, the waiter was kind immediately and even told us which table was a little rocky. Service overall was good-not spectacular but good. Things seemed to take a while to come out and it took a while to get the bill but really no big deal. Food was spectacular though. Super high quality. I loved my seafood chile rellano, they did not go cheap whatsoever on the filling and it was enough to eat the next day as well. My husband got the birria tacos (not pictured) and they were also really good but a little steep for not coming with rice and beans. Ceviche was fresh as well as guac but guac did not come with the chicharron like mentioned in the description. Enchiladas were good too, loved the heat of the sauce. We will be returning if back in the area soon!

This is a review for the Chelsea Chowder House ONLY and not for the Queen Mary staff…read more I had a wonderful birthday meal and celebration with my family. It was an elegant dining experience. The views were spectacular. The decor of the room and the attentiveness of the wait staff was fantastic. The food itself was a little hit or miss. Some of what we ordered was absolutely exceptional and then the very next person got something that was mediocre or oddly flavored. Stick to the steak and meat items. That seemed like a better chef or different side of the kitchen. The seafood and the pasta dishes were not at the same level. My pasta primavera was strange and not enjoyable. The flavor combinations were strange, it was absent of any protein (for over $35) and the vegetable textures were off. My wife also commented how the shrimp cocktails were not the freshest and the cocktail sauce was overly spiced. I also ordered a half dozen oysters, which were good. Nothing to write home about, but got the job done. The bread service was actually very good. We ordered a second one for the table. Prices are not low. This is fine dining. The steak and the lamb chops dishes justify the price. The pasta primavera did not. The desserts was great. The mud pie was a mix of ice cream, Oreo cookie crust, and chocolate cake. It could easily feed four people. I was also given a special slice of chocolate ganache cake and a boysenberry free of charge for my birthday, which was nice. Prices are high enough without all the extra barriers in your way to get to the restaurant like the elusive tickets that you pay for up front, the parking, and the new amphitheatre in your way. QUEEN MARY STAFF NOTE: The entire staff at the QM needs customer service training. There are no instructions on The Chelsea website, on the OpenTable confirmation note, nothing that you need to go to the ticket bungalow about 50 yards from the entrance to buy tickets to get onboard, to spend your $300 on dinner. All the high level service at The Chelsea stops at the door. The security staff of the QM at the front entrance is cold and rude for no apparent reason. They treated us like we were trying to sneak onboard and rob the place, in our fancy dinner attire no less, showing them the reservation on my phone. F those people. If you are wondering why sales are low at your restaurant, that is a great place to start.

Server was pleasant. Ordered appetizer spinach dip. It came out super hot, but not very fresh. It…read morewas sticky and stale. The bread basket was soft, buttery and very tasty. Ordered the halibut. Had an olive tapenade. It was bland, not worth the price. My husband's filet was undercooked twice. I finished my cold meal before they brought out a second one for him, still rare. Manager Ed was nice and got us ice cream. View was great with window seat. Here's the biggest issue we had to reserve on Open Table and pay $50 It wasn't credited??? It wasn't taken off bill??? Please help advise.

I just want to say that the service here was AMAZING. Shoutout to Tia, she really took care of the…read moreentire floor. My partner and I were just there for drinks and catching a glimpse of the (soccer) game and she was so accommodating. We were there when an event was happening just a block down and a few event workers came in and asked if they could rest for a bit and Tia did not hesitate, she was like "absolutely" and got them all iced water (that is infused with cucumber, mint, & lemon) and offered them a seat. We will definitely be back for the Pizza!

Rayven running the show, lovely and talented and working her ass off for the people! The Sky…read moreKraakens are cold, frosty and tasty. The Chick Parm came with a robust Caesar's Salad, both tasted great! The place is central DTLB and excellent...check it out!