Searching for Restaurants near me in Long Beach? For restaurants near me in Long Beach, match the menu and setting to your plans: Open Sesame and AMMATOLI focus on Mediterranean specialties, Nick’s and Saint & Second offer polished casual dining, and Shoreline Village provides several waterfront options. Parkers’ Lighthouse and L’Opera suit more formal meals, while The Breakfast Bar and Yard House offer flexible choices.
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| # | Place | Best for | Food | Value | Atmosphere | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Open Sesame Grill – Long Beach | Lebanese specialties | Lebanese specialties and grilled kebabs | $20–30 listing | Funky setting | 4.7 (2,717) |
| 2 | Boathouse on the Bay | Waterfront steak and seafood | Premium steak and seafood classics | Price not supplied | Water views and open-view kitchen | 4.4 (2,969) |
| 3 | AMMATOLI | Mediterranean dining | Mediterranean cuisine, seafood, and baklava | Price not supplied | Polished restaurant | 4.5 (2,036) |
| 4 | The Breakfast Bar | Breakfast and lunch | Creative breakfast and lunch dishes | $20–30 listing | Outdoor patio seating | 4.4 (2,968) |
| 5 | Nick’s on 2nd Long Beach | Polished casual dining | Classic American comfort food | $20–70 listing | Intimate space with glass walls | 4.7 (2,333) |
| 6 | Parkers’ Lighthouse | Seafood and steak dinners | Mesquite seafood, sushi, and steaks | Price not supplied | — | 4.5 (4,280) |
| 7 | Shoreline Village | Waterfront dining variety | Seafood, burgers, Mexican, and pizza options | Price varies by restaurant | Colorful boardwalk and harbor views | 4.6 (12,725) |
| 8 | Saint & Second | Seasonal American fare | Seasonal cuisine, burgers, and flatbreads | $20–70 listing | Hip, casual setting | 4.6 (2,809) |
| 9 | Yard House | Large-menu dining | Large New American menu | $20–30 listing | Sports-bar setting | 4.4 (6,723) |
| 10 | L’Opera Italian Restaurant | Sophisticated Italian dinners | Handmade pastas and grilled meats | $50–100 listing | Sophisticated Northern Italian atmosphere | 4.6 (1,262) |
Top 10 explained
1Open Sesame Grill – Long Beach
Lebanese specialtiesOpen Sesame Grill serves grilled kebabs and other Lebanese specialties in a funky setting. The listing shows a $20–30 range.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- Open Sesame Grill – 5215 2nd St, Long Beach – Corner — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-23
- Open Sesame Restaurant Long Beach — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
- Top 50 Gluten-Free Breakfast Spots to Delight in Long Beach — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-23
2Boathouse on the Bay
Waterfront steak and seafoodBoathouse on the Bay serves premium steak and seafood classics with water views and an open-view kitchen. Evening service is listed most days, while pricing is not supplied.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- BOATHOUSE ON THE BAY – Updated September 2026 — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-23
- BOATHOUSE ON THE BAY, Long Beach – 190 N Marina Dr — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-23
- Boathouse on the Bay – Long Beach — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
3AMMATOLI
Mediterranean diningAMMATOLI is a polished downtown restaurant serving Mediterranean cuisine, including seafood dishes and baklava.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- Ammatoli — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-23
- AMMATOLI | Downtown Long Beach — search snippet; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- AMMATOLI, Long Beach – Menu, Prices & Restaurant … — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
4The Breakfast Bar
Breakfast and lunchThe Breakfast Bar offers creative breakfast and lunch dishes with outdoor patio seating and early daily opening. Its listed price range is $20–30, and dinner service is not listed.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- THE BREAKFAST BAR – Updated September 2026 — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
- The Breakfast Bar | Discover and Dine Today — search snippet; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- THE BREAKFAST BAR, Long Beach – 70 Atlantic Ave — search snippet; branch; checked 2026-09-23
5Nick’s on 2nd Long Beach
Polished casual diningNick’s on 2nd serves classic American comfort food in an intimate space with walls of glass. The listing shows a $20–70 range and daily opening at 11 AM.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- Nick’s on 2nd – Belmont Shore – Nicks Restaurants — official page; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- Nick’s On 2nd – Long Beach, CA — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
- Nick’s on 2nd – Long Beach, CA on OpenTable — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
6Parkers’ Lighthouse
Seafood and steak dinnersParkers’ Lighthouse serves mesquite-grilled seafood, sushi, and steaks. Its official page provides reservation information, and the listing shows lunch and dinner hours. Pricing is not supplied.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- Parkers’ Lighthouse — official page; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- Menu — search snippet; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- Parkers’ Lighthouse – Seafood — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
7Shoreline Village
Waterfront dining varietyShoreline Village is a shopping and dining destination rather than one standalone restaurant. Its official information lists seafood, burgers, Mexican food, pizza, casual spots, and fine dining. Prices and availability vary by venue.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- Best Shoreline Village Activities – Fine Dining & Cruise … — official page; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- Louisiana Charlie’s Long Beach Shoreline Village — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
- Shoreline Village — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
8Saint & Second
Seasonal American fareSaint & Second offers seasonal cuisine, burgers, flatbreads, craft cocktails, and curated whiskey in a hip, casual setting. The listing shows a $20–70 range.
Sources and verification
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- Saint & Second Photos — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
- Saint & Second — search snippet; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- SAINT & SECOND, Long Beach – 4828 E 2nd St — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
9Yard House
Large-menu diningYard House is a sports-bar chain with a large New American menu and an extensive draft-beer selection. Its Shoreline Village location has listed hours extending late most days, and the price range is $20–30.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- Long Beach – Shoreline Village | Locations – Yard House — search snippet; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- Yard House – Long Beach, CA – Yelp — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
- Yard House 401 Shoreline Village Dr, Long Beach, CA 90802 … — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
10L’Opera Italian Restaurant
Sophisticated Italian dinnersL’Opera Italian Restaurant serves handmade pastas, grilled meats, and Northern Italian fare in a sophisticated atmosphere. The listed $50–100 range places it among the higher-spend choices, with dinner service listed daily from 4–10 PM.
Sources and verification
Public-source research, not an on-site visit. Branch-specific policies should be confirmed with the venue.
- L’Opera | Fine Italian Dining in Long Beach, CA — search snippet; business general; checked 2026-09-23
- L’OPERA ITALIAN RESTAURANT – Reviews, Photos & Phone … — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
- Italian Executive Chef Giuseppe Muso at Michael’s Downtown … — search snippet; unverified branch; checked 2026-09-23
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Frequently asked questions
Which Long Beach restaurants suit a special occasion?
L’Opera offers handmade pastas and a sophisticated atmosphere. Parkers’ Lighthouse provides seafood, sushi, steaks, and reservation information. Confirm availability, party-size policies, and pricing directly before visiting.
Where can groups find varied food choices?
Yard House has a large New American menu, while Shoreline Village includes separate venues offering seafood, burgers, Mexican food, pizza, and fine dining. Confirm seating, waits, and group policies with the selected restaurant.
How should visitors handle dietary requirements?
AMMATOLI’s menu includes Mediterranean dishes and seafood, while Open Sesame specializes in Lebanese food and grilled kebabs. These descriptions do not establish allergen safety or specific accommodations. Contact the restaurant directly about ingredients, cross-contact, and substitutions.