All Things Pink in Long Beach

There’s something special about the color pink–it’s a shade we associate with positivity, fun, and the feminine–but pink is for everyone! And this hue is having a major moment in interior design, particularly at restaurants, making dining out in Long Beach even more photographable. Check out these Long Beach spots drenched in pink that are perfect for date nights, brunches, bachelorettes, Mother’s Day, baby and bridal showers, and any other celebration that you’d like to be extra special.

NIGEL'S AT ANCHORS AWAY

This lively restaurant is likely the most exceptionally pink in Long Beach, with Barbie-approved pink walls, furniture, lighting, etc. Nigel’s (6276 E Pacific Coast Hwy) makes the most of its waterside location, offering rides in pink duffy boats and even bright pink floating booths. Perfect for chic brunches and bachelorette parties, the restaurant’s design-forward aesthetic is backed by a solid menu, with brunch items including a lobster benedict and indulgent bananas Foster French toast.

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HALO ROOFTOP BAR AT FAIRMONT BREAKERS

The pale pink wallpaper inside HALO Rooftop Bar at Fairmont Breakers (201 E Ocean Blvd) is set off by emerald green hues in the furnishings and corridor surrounding the bar, making it reminiscent of both a tropical paradise and Wicked. These romantic surroundings set a lovely backdrop for pre-dinner drinks or a late-night date with live DJs spinning. Enjoy views of the coast over craft cocktails and watch as the peachy-pink interior blends with the pink-and-orange hues of a perfect SoCal sunset.

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TELEFÈRIC BARCELONA

One of the most inventive pink drinks in Long Beach can be found at Spanish restaurant Teleferic Barcelona inside 2ND & PCH (6480 E Pacific Coast Hwy). La Flaca is made with Illegal Mezcal, Patrón Silver, spicy liqueur, prickly pear, agave, and lime. However, its spectacular presentation makes the cocktail a full-on experience. Served in an angled coupe glass, the drink is finished with chili salt on the rim and, as a final touch, the server forms a bubble over the glass and traps smoke inside, adding a layer of flavor as well as a dramatic touch.

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MADRES BRUNCH

Madres Brunch (442 E 1st St) in Downtown Long Beach is a cute little spot with pink murals and neon signs inside the restaurant and pink drinks and dishes on the menu. The pinkest has to be The Journey, a plate of pink strawberry pancakes served with a dramatic flourish. A bright pink strawberry condensed milk and strawberry crumble topping is added at the table, poured into a ring mold and released like a cake being glazed. Enjoy in the outdoor tent on a warm day with a pink pomegranate mimosa.

MOTHER'S KITCHEN

Mother’s Kitchen (3382 Orange Ave, Signal Hill) is a cozy breakfast and brunch restaurant that boasts an updated shabby chic decor, with bundles of roses nestled around the lighting fixtures, flower garlands draped elegantly along the walls, and bouquets spilling out of baskets and vases throughout the space. The chairs are pink, the straws are pink, even the tortillas on the tacos are pink. There are both traditional breakfast items and Mexican food on the menu, with dishes named after the owner’s family members.

GALATA TURKISH ICE CREAM & DESSERTS

Pink and pale mint green play together as the color palette at Galata (5201 2nd St), the first Turkish ice cream shop in the U.S. and a whimsical stop for a sweet treat in Belmont Shore. This flower-filled shop serves dondurma, Turkish ice cream made with a thickening ingredient giving it a uniquely stretchy quality and chewy texture. If you’re game, the servers will perform tricks with the cones. This is ice cream with a dreamy backdrop, perfect for fun and cute photos.

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Claire Atkinson

Claire Atkinson is a Southern California native who has lived in Long Beach for over 20 years. She spends her free time visiting local parks, farmers markets, and museums, and loves learning about Long Beach history and culture.