Bixby Knolls

Bixby Knolls, named for one of Long Beach’s historic landowning families, is known for its tree-lined streets, family-friendly atmosphere and strong sense of community.

The walkable commercial corridor comes alive with year-round events, including monthly celebrations with late-night shopping, dining and street entertainment. There are many locally owned boutiques, specialty shops and independent retailers. Cafes and restaurants serving a diverse dining scene and craft breweries and neighborhood bars host live music and community events.Civic pride and creativity are reflected in cultural institutions, arts organizations, a Shakespeare company, historic sites and the nation’s purported “smallest national park.”

Dining

Bixby Knolls has evolved into one of Long Beach’s most diverse dining destinations, with Atlantic Avenue at its heart. From longtime neighborhood favorites and family-owned eateries to Michelin-noted restaurants, breweries, coffeehouses and food halls, the scene blends casual hangouts, destination worthy dining and lively gathering spots with a distinctly local feel.

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shopping

Bixby Knolls offers a distinctly local retail experience, with independent boutiques, specialty shops, art galleries and neighborhood staples lining Atlantic Avenue and surrounding streets. It’s the kind of place where people still window shop, with an eclectic mix of longtime favorites and newer businesses reflecting the neighborhood’s creative, community-minded spirit.

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entertainment

Bixby Knolls has a lively entertainment scene, with neighborhood bars, breweries, live music, performances and community events creating plenty of reasons to head over and stick around. Home to its own Shakespeare company, the neighborhood is home to First Fridays, one of Long Beach’s most popular community gatherings, bringing the streets alive with art and music.

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