Beach Cafes in Long Beach
Long Beach doesn’t just serve up great meals near the sand, it delivers them on it. We’re talking actual restaurants, serving sizzling Argentine steaks, smoky Cajun barbecue, heavy metal burgers and dog-friendly brunches at the beach. Check out these beachfront spots that offer full menus with unforgettable ocean views and beachy vibes.
GAUCHO BEACH
Located on Alamitos Beach on the edge of Downtown Long Beach–in the shadow of the iconic Villa Riviera building–Gaucho Beach (780 E Shoreline Dr) serves its Argentine and California cuisine in a two-story location bursting with energy and exceptional views. Enjoy dining in, with a full menu that includes all-day brunch and a full bar with terrific cocktails. You can also order coffee, smoothies, sandwiches, and kids meals from the walk-up window, then the kids can play in the small attached playground next to the restaurant.
SALTWATER DECK
Saltwater Deck (2630 E Ocean Blvd) offers the ability to eat and drink directly on Junipero Beach and a wide ranging menu: breakfast burritos with homemade salsa, grass-fed cheeseburgers, a popular tofu banh mi, chicken Caesar wrap and great pastrami sandwich. Located just steps away from the ocean, find this elevated snack shack next to the paved beach path and sports courts where you can roller skate and shoot a bit of hoop. Kids can play on the attached play structure.
LOUISIANA CHARLIE’S
Louisiana Charlie’s has been a destination dining spot in Shoreline Village for years, which is why people were thrilled when it took residence in a corner of Mother’s Beach (5839 Appian Way). Besides serving reliable beach food like burgers, tacos and breakfast items, Louisiana’s Charlie’s also serves the items that made their name: Cajun creations, barbecue, and fried fish. The spot is ideally located next to a large spread of grass, trees and picnic tables.
GRILL ‘EM ALL
Originally a food truck–it won Food Networks’ initial Great Food Truck Race–Grill ‘Em All (5411 E Ocean Blvd) is located on Bay Shore Beach (5415 E Ocean Blvd) and features an amazing collection of creative burgers, loaded fries, craft beers and heavy metal madness. How metal? One burger comes with peanut butter, strawberry jam, bacon and sriracha and is named for Dee Snider, while the Ozzy Osbourne (house made chimichurri, garlic aioli, blue cheese, onion frizzle, field greens) comes to you on a black bun. Rock on!
MONTY’S DOG BEACH & BAR
If you’re looking for a complete Dog’s Day Out experience, you’d do well to head over to Monty’s Dog Beach & Bar (5000 E Ocean Blvd). Bordering iconic Rosie’s Dog Beach (5000 E Ocean Blvd), there’s plenty for your pup to do–agility courses, jumps, tunnels, sand to dig into–and when they need refreshment, Monty’s has a hefty menu of items for them, like a Bougie Burger, eggs, specially made organic dog ice cream, and even drinks like their Pupuccino. There’s also plenty for you to eat–burgers, burritos, crepes–as well as coffee, beer and wine.
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