Best Restaurants for Lunch in Downtown Long Beach
For conference & convention attendees, it's important to be able to find something to eat close to the Convention Center. Luckily, we have plenty of options! Here are a few of our favorites.
Beachwood BBQ & Brewing
210 E. 3RD STREET
Beachwood BBQ and Brewing teeters somewhere between tradition and innovation, offering tasty 'que and fantastic brews.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.
87 AQUARIUM WAY
At the core, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is a small chain of seafood restaurants committed to providing a casual environment where everyone can enjoy a great meal and have some fun too. The menu features shrimp, of course.
California Pizza Kitchen
61 SOUTH PINE AVENUE
California Pizza Kitchen is a casual-dining restaurant serving up California creativity through its innovative menu items. CPK provides a range of California-inspired dishes, from signature hand-tossed and hearth-baked pizzas, to imaginative salads, pastas, entrees, soups, sandwiches and cocktails.
Dog Haus Biergarten
210 E. 3RD ST., ON THE PROMENADE
Dog Haus is a craft casual hot dog concept founded by partners Hagop Giragossian, Quasim Riaz and André Vener with a passion for creativity, quality and commitment to community.
Famous Dave’s BBQ
300 S. PINE AVENUE
Famous Dave’s offers great barbecue and fun. Dave has garnered over three hundred awards for best ribs, best new restaurant, best music, best take-out and best barbecue joint.
Foundation Sandwich Shop
160 THE PROMENADE
Foundation Sandwich Shop is our neighborhood sandwich shop serving up freshly made Artisan sandwiches and salads for lunch and dinner daily. Don't miss out on the tasty sides either; we recommend the potato salad!
George’s Greek Café
135 PINE AVENUE
Authentic home made Greek food made daily on premises from Mama’s recipes. Beloved by locals and visitor's alike, you won't find anything on George's Greek Cafe's menu that you don't like! Family owned and operated.
Island’s Fine Burgers & Drinks
55 SOUTH PINE AVENUE
Island’s adheres to the basic philosophy that fresh food, friendly service & a laid back atmosphere is the perfect end to a hard day of work or play. Menu features burgers, soups, salads, soft tacos, & more!
King's Fish House
100 WEST BROADWAY
A unique Southern California find and the quintessential American fish house, King's serves up fresh seafood entrees, sushi, and more!
Mangosteen
510 E. BROADWAY
Fresh Vietnamese food served with excellent service and attention to detail. Mangosteen’s menu ranges from sandwiches to pho to rice and noodles dishes. Enjoy a walk through the East Village Arts District to this quiet lunch spot.
Michael’s Pizzeria
210 E 3RD STREET
Napoli-style pizza, made with locally grown, organic vegetables & scratch made sausage. Michael's is doing things the traditional way with homegrown herbs and tomatoes, with sauces, dough, and cheeses made from scratch daily.
Modica’s
455 E. OCEAN BLVD.
Famous for fabulous Italian food! At Modica's, every dish is created using only the finest and freshest ingredients. They have created a marinara sauce to die for!
Parkers' Lighthouse
435 SHORELINE VILLAGE DRIVE
Parkers’ Lighthouse serves up inspired seafood, steak, chicken and pasta dishes along with spectacular views of Long Beach Harbor.
Pier 76 Fish Grill
95 PINE AVENUE
Pier 76 Fish Grill is an American Seafood Eatery that captures the spirit and adventure of food, especially pertaining to seafood and an endless appreciation for the freshest seasonal ingredients.
Poké Bar
525 EAST 1ST STREET
Providing fresh, fast Pokē without sacrificing taste, health, and quality. Easy enough to grab when you're on the go between sessions!
Poki Cat
707 E. OCEAN BLVD
Poki Cat creates fresh poki bowls and sushi burritos, served in a beautifully modern space in downtown Long Beach. Each bowl is made to your taste and dietary needs from our selection of freshly prepared ingredients.
Utopia Restaurant
445 EAST FIRST STREET
Fine dining and a casual atmosphere make our restaurant a favorite choice among locals and visitors alike. Utopia's eclectic menu features the ultimate in California Cuisine with around the world cooking influences.
