Dining Near the Long Beach Airport

Long Beach Airport is picture perfect–featured in so many movies and TV shows it has its own IMDB page–and often noted for its ease of use and historical significance having just celebrated its 100-year anniversary. It also sits at the heart of a vibrant area boasting an amazing range of delicious dining options. From elevated food courts to spectacular views, small plates to all-you-can-eat, there’s all manner of cuisines and scenes available for a great dining experience to take flight.

Coffee Parlor & Pizza Parlor

AIKAN SUSHI

A very popular spot, known for its fun atmosphere, artful presentation and an all-you-can-eat option that never sacrifices on quality. Aikan (4201 E Willow St) serves some of the best sushi in the city, expertly prepared and presented, as well as a vast variety of appetizers and traditional and specialty rolls. It has a great Happy Hour featuring great deals on sushi, salads, appetizers and udon, as well as beer and sake.

LONG BEACH EXCHANGE

THE HANGAR

Located within Long Beach Exchange, The Hangar (4150 McGowen St) is an elevated food court, home to a diverse offering of great eateries and drinkeries amid an energetic vibe. Among the more than a dozen spots are Marinate Korean BBQ and DonerG’s unique flavors of Turkey. Morning Nights has an extensive vegan dim sum menu that can be paired with craft cocktails, and The Kroft is a rustic gastropub offering homemade goods ranging from poutines to sandwiches and sides. For a full directory of restaurants, click here.

TERRACE GRILL & PATIO

VUE

With a panoramic view of the Long Beach city skyline, Vue–located on the top floor of the Holiday Inn Long Beach Airport (2640 N Lakewood Blvd) this bar and restaurant delivers California-inspired regional cuisine—and a unique place to enjoy it. Combining stunning views with delicious menu items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Vue is both spectacular and romantic, offering a unique atmosphere and ambiance. Besides an expansive menu, there are great Happy Hour specials at the bar. Watch the sunset over Long Beach while you savor drinks and dinner, and see the city from a new perspective.

1AIKAN SUSHI

2COFFEE PARLOR

3PIZZA PARLOR

4VUE RESTAURANT + BAR

5THE TERRACE GRILLE & PATIO at the Long Beach Marriott

6THE 908 RESTAURANT

7THE HANGAR

8BAR BECKY

9CHOCOLATE BASH

10GEORGIA’S

11PANINI KABOB GRILL

12SILVERLAKE RAMEN

13SUSIECAKES

14TASTEA

15WAHOO’S FISH TACO

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Steve Lowery
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