Rollerskating Waitresses and other Long Beach, CA Restaurant Reviews

Restaurant Name: Frisco's Carhop

I would consider Friscoe's a family place. It is a 50's style diner where the waitresses are always friendly and also perform songs and dances every so often during your meal. This is my son's favorite place to go for dinner. It is also airport close. The owners are Greek which is why there are a few surprises on the menu, like tasty souvlaki and a pizza made on thick pita bread. The sandwiches and burgers are HUGE!


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Theme: Diner
Comparison: about average
Prices: less than US$10  » Currency Converter
Directions: 4750 Los Coyotes Diagnol
Website: http://www.friscos.com/

Restaurant Name: Schooner or Later

Schooners is set up alongside the marina. This is a place where people actually go because they enjoy the hour long wait to be seated. Locals will order a cheap bottle of champagne and a large glass of oj to drink while they sit in the sun socializing. THe only people who complain about the wait are either tourists or just plain sober.

Favorite Dish: The speciality here is big American breakfasts! Try Schultzes Mess,eggs, hash browns, mushrooms, peppers, onions and sausage all cooked together in one pan and topped with cheese and sour cream! Yikes. I've never eaten it myself but it looks damn good!

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Theme: Other

Directions: 241 Marina Dr.

Located off of Pacific Coast Hwy and Second St.
Other Contact: (562)430-3495

Restaurant Name: Khoury's Restaurant

Khoury's is best known for its fabulous Sunday brunch, marina views and warm hospitality. Khoury's is owned and operated by a family of immigrants who have captured their American dream. Reservations are recommended for brunch but not necessary.

Favorite Dish: Bottomless champagne!! Khoury's serves over 100 items for brunch. A few ofy personal favorites are the Lobster Bisque, Salmon Ecrout, Bananas Foster, Curried Chicken Salad, Crab Cakes, Beef & Chicken Kebabs, Seafood Crepes and the omlette station. Save room for the handmade desserts.

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Theme: Buffet
Comparison: more expensive than average
Prices: US$21-30  » Currency Converter
Phone: 562-598-6800
Address: 110 Marina Drive.
Directions: Just off of Pacific Coast Highway. Also accessible by taking the Aqualink from Shoreline Village.

Restaurant Name: CRAB POT

The Crab Pot offers a full contact dining experience. Order a FEST and watch as the waiter dumps a bowl full of fresh crab legs, oysters, clams, shrimp, potatoes, sausage and fish skewers in the center of the table. You are given a mallot and a bowl to discard the shells in. Primal Fun!!

Favorite Dish: Be sure to order a Blue Sapphire Martini

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Theme: Seafood

Directions: The Crab Pot is located on the waterfront int the Los Alamitos Marina.
Other Contact: 215 Marina Drive(562)430-0272

Restaurant Name: Belmont Brewing Company

The BBC as locals call it sits at the beginning of the Belmont Pier. Patio dining is available and the restaurant provides outdoor heaters and fleece blankets during the chillier nights.
$1.50 beers , $1.00 fish tacos, and simple California Rolls are available at Happy Hour from 3-6. The brewery also has a terrific wine list, but serves no hard alcohol.

Favorite Dish: My favorite of the 6 handcrafted beers is the Long Beach Blonde. It is similar in taste to the popular hefewizen beers. The blackened salmon is a favorite of mine and is served atop a generous mound of garlic mashed potatoes and fresh corn salsa($13.95).

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Theme: Pub/Brewery
Comparison: about average
Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
Phone: 562-433-3891
Address: 25 39th Place
Directions: Use the pier parking lot adjacent to the Belmont Olympic Pool on the corner of
Termino and Ocean. Parking costs 25 cents per 1/2 hour.

Restaurant Name: Alegria Cocina

This place is packed with a festive crowd on the weekends. If you are celebrating a special occasion- as was my friend David, you may even be brought up on stage to for a special dance. This dancers usual partner looked like Antonio Banderas. Rrrrr!

Favorite Dish: Does Sangria count as a food?

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Theme: Other
Comparison: more expensive than average
Prices: US$21-30  » Currency Converter
Address: Pine Ave
Directions: Dowtown Long Beach

Restaurant Name: Yard House

THE spot during the Long Beach Grand Prix.
Dock your boat here or cross your fingers and hope tomeet a kindly skipper.

I visit the YH most often in the summer.

Favorite Dish: Thai Lobster Pasta...

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Theme: Eclectic/International
Comparison: about average
Prices: US$11-20  » Currency Converter
Phone: (562) 628-0455
Address: 401 Shoreline Village Dr., Long Beach, CA 90802
Directions: Located within Shoreline Village, across from the long Beach Convention Center.
Website: http://yardhouse.com/