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Rainbow Harbor Esplanade
When you’re in Long Beach, don’t forget to visit Rainbow Harbor Esplanade, a park-like setting right on the iconic harbor waterfront.
Take a stroll on the Rainbow Harbor Esplanade. Connecting Rainbow Harbor to Shoreline Park, this area features native plants from ecosystems along the Pacific coast.
Overview
You will find a wide range of restaurants with both indoor and outdoor seating near the Rainbow Harbor Esplanade. It’s the perfect place to sit, relax, and enjoy a meal or a drink with great harbor views. Watch as crafts of all sizes from fishing boats to large yachts cruise the harbor. The colorful bridges throughout the Rainbow Harbor Esplanade offer amazing selfie opportunities, too!
3 Top Spots to Eat & Drink
Here are a few of our favorite spots near the Rainbow Harbor Esplanade.
- For seafood with a view of the waterfront, visit Gladstone's for traditional favorites, from surf and turf to crab cakes, plus a selection of island-inspired dishes for summer. Enjoy lunch or dinner with a cocktail, beers on tap, wine, or champagne.
- In the mood for a sushi bar and other Asian delectables? Head to Tokyo Wako on Pine St. near the Esplanade. The chefs will prepare your meal using the freshest ingredients right at your tableside!
- Parkers' Lighthouse in Shoreline Village is for those looking for something a little more romantic. It is known for mesquite-grilled fresh seafood, spectacular views, and an award-winning wine list.
Easy Access to Local Attractions
Rainbow Harbor Esplanade is convenient to many of Long Beach’s most famous attractions.
- Shoreline Village offers an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants on the waterfront. It’s a great place to buy a pirate-themed souvenir or gift, a new pair of sunglasses for your boat tour, or some Queen Mary-inspired vintage couture. If you’re hungry or thirsty, you’ll find a whole range of options here, from snacks and treats to casual and fine dining.
- The Aquarium of the Pacific will delight the whole family with exhibits featuring sea life from the Tropics, Northern and Southern California, and Baja including sharks, sea jellies, sea otters, and more.
