Cuisine: Cocktails
Palapa
This cocktail and tapas outpost sits adjacent to its sister restaurant, Ola, and features equally amazing views, shareable plates and handcrafted cocktails. With an intimate setting and doors that push open to adjoin the outdoors, Palapa is a great place for a quick bite, celebratory spirit and conversation.
Hacienda Tequila, peach puree and sweet n’ sour
Ola Mexican Kitchen
Ola, which means wave in Spanish and life Hawaiian, is the inspiration behind Ola Mexican Kitchen, an exciting and tasty first-to-market culinary concept featuring authentic Mexican food coupled with handcrafted cocktails and million-dollar views. Located on the 2nd level at 2nd + PCH.
Hacienda Tequila, peach puree, sweet n’ sour
K.C. Branaghan’s
This Irish-American pub offers great grub for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a robust selection of craft beer, including Stella Artois, and a menu of pub favorites to pair them with. Full bar, too.
The Breakfast Bar
Breakfasts appetizers? Why not! The Breakfast Bar thinks out of the pan with an array of creative family recipes (with names to match) for breakfast and lunch. It’s never too early to cocktail, and you’ll find an array of shaken and stirred favorites – and more than just Bloody Marys (although those are pretty tasty crowned with a selection of toppings and treats).
Tito's Vodka, fresh squeezed orange juice, pineapple, served in schooner with champagne split
Dulce Vida Grapefruit Tequila, lime, agave, served in schooner with a champagne split.
Tequila, triple sec, lime juice, agave, house made blood orange marmalade.
Vanilla Vodka, Kahlua, Espresso, simple syrup, fresh whipped cream
Flor de Cana Anejo Rum, Matusalem Silver Rum, Gosling Darm Rum, Marie Brizard Orange Curaco, oregeat syrup, fresh lime juice
Pike Restaurant & Bar
Pike Bar is one of Long Beach’s most popular dining and imbibing destinations. Chris Reece, former drummer for Social Distortion, owns the joint and is there most nights either greeting guests or taking to the stage. The menu features an array of delicious item, including locally-famous fish and chips, beefy burgers, salads, sandwiches and more. Most nights feature live music, and breakfast is served on weekends. Belly up to the bar and get an ice-cold beer or, better yet, a handcrafted cocktail. Come for dinner, stay for the live music.
Blackened Whiskey, Luxardo, bitters
Sweet Gwendoline French Gin, lavender, lemon, egg white
Saint & Second
As the name implies, this favorite dining destination and the rooftop bar is located in Belmont Shore at the corner of St. Joseph and Second Street. Part of the Hofman family of restaurants, Saint & Second features a chef-inspired menu with an inviting ambiance coupled with creative, locally-sourced seasonal fare, handcrafted organic cocktails, a curated list of whiskies and walls graced with works from California artists.
Redwood Empire "Emerald Giant" rye whiskey, Sales GEntia, vanilla chia syrup with black walnut bitters
Diplomatico Reserva Exclusive Rum, organic cane sugar, fresh lime juice, fresh mint and cocktail bitters
Empress Gin, fresh lemon juice, lavender honey and Prosecco
El Barrio Cantina
Located in what once was Ashley’s Bar & Grill along Retro Row, El Barrio Cantina raises the bar (literally) with its refreshing menu of cocktails and modern botanas (translation: appetizers). Open for brunch Friday-Sunday and dinner every day excluding Monday, El Barrio Cantina offers an array of delicious fare, from empanadas and grilled octopus to crispy pork belly and Mexican fried chicken. In addition to its libations (try the Smoky Paloma!), El Barrio Cantina also offers a nice selection of draft beer and wine.
Illegal Mezcal, Chinola, Lemon, Cucumber, Sugar
Condesa Gin, Lemon, Blood Orange, Sugar
Rose, Passion Fruit liquer, Orange, Pineapple, Red Wine Float
Remix Kitchen Bar
ReMix Kitchen Bar at LBX is a modern version of the acclaimed Mix Mix Kitchen Bar by esteemed Chef Ross Pangilinan. With a focus on market-driven small plates, the menu showcases Chef Pangilinan’s eclectic style, which is a nod to French, Italian and modern Filipino influences and is complemented by a curated and approachable wine list and a rotating selection of craft beer. Handcrafted cocktails, an exhibition kitchen and a relaxed ambiance adds to the overall vibe.
Long Beach Tap House
Long Beach Tap House offers an elevated menu of favorite pub foods and craft beer and plus a full bar with a selection of creative cocktails. Grab a table at the restaurant’s open-air, graffiti-art-covered parklet or take your food to-go. Long Beach Tap House is located near the intersection of 2nd Street and Granada Avenue. Bring your pup, too, and enjoy the dog-friendly patio. Doggie menu includes chicken and beef patties (we hear dogs give it two paws up!).
vodka / bailey’s / godiva chocolate sauce
908 RESTAURANT
The 908 is the place to go for contemporary American fare featuring an array of appetizers, salads, sandwiches and entrees coupled with craft beer on tap, a full bar of creative cocktails, wines by the glass and more. Enjoy outdoor dining year-round.