Jennifer's Guide to Long Beach
City/town information
A relaxed beach town with spectacular sand, surf and a boardwalk stretching 2.1 miles. Long Beach has restaurants catering to varied tastes. The Long Island railroad station is in the middle of town-- the dividing line between East and West Long Beach. The east is mostly residential, and the west has business/ store fronts along Park avenue (the main street) surrounded by single family homes and apartment buildings. The homes are as eclectic as the population with mini mansions over 100 years old, raised homes reaching vertically, and bungalows-- the original tiny home.
If you travel into town from the east, you will start to notice increasing opportunities for shopping and dining-- that means you are getting closer to the west. Although it is technically on East Park Avenue, the Movie theater marks the beginning of exploring life in LB. It is right in the east meets west part of town that food , fun and shopping await. Keep heading west and find a lively bar scene and California vibe in the "West End". Locally owned shops dot the business areas, so there is something for everyone.
The main draw of course is the pristine beach which from spring to mid fall offers opportunity for recreating and fishing.
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Long Beach
A relaxed beach town with spectacular sand, surf and a boardwalk stretching 2.1 miles. Long Beach has restaurants catering to varied tastes. The Long Island railroad station is in the middle of town-- the dividing line between East and West Long Beach. The east is mostly residential, and the west has business/ store fronts along Park avenue (the main street) surrounded by single family homes and apartment buildings. The homes are as eclectic as the population with mini mansions over 100 years old, raised homes reaching vertically, and bungalows-- the original tiny home.
If you travel into town from the east, you will start to notice increasing opportunities for shopping and dining-- that means you are getting closer to the west. Although it is technically on East Park Avenue, the Movie theater marks the beginning of exploring life in LB. It is right in the east meets west part of town that food , fun and shopping await. Keep heading west and find a lively bar scene and California vibe in the "West End". Locally owned shops dot the business areas, so there is something for everyone.
The main draw of course is the pristine beach which from spring to mid fall offers opportunity for recreating and fishing.
Food scene
In the mood for Mexican? This restaurant is tasty and reliable. Try the Pollo Jalisco or Pechuga Adobada.
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Margarita's Cafe
1868 Front StIn the mood for Mexican? This restaurant is tasty and reliable. Try the Pollo Jalisco or Pechuga Adobada.
A long time Long Beach restaurant and favorite of many locals, Steven's Pasta serves Italian favorites. If you visit the veal meatballs are an excellent choice.
Steven’s Pasta
150 E Park AveA long time Long Beach restaurant and favorite of many locals, Steven's Pasta serves Italian favorites. If you visit the veal meatballs are an excellent choice.
Long Beach's best pizza is Gino's. If you eat in there is a modest dining room and fresh hot pizza. If some want food other than pizza they make excellent soup and pasta dishes. You can order delivery online.
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Gino's Long Beach
16 W Park AveLong Beach's best pizza is Gino's. If you eat in there is a modest dining room and fresh hot pizza. If some want food other than pizza they make excellent soup and pasta dishes. You can order delivery online.
Now called J. J. Coopers this venue serves upscale American Cuisine and has a lively nightlife.
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Sutton Place
124 W Park AveNow called J. J. Coopers this venue serves upscale American Cuisine and has a lively nightlife.
A great spot for food and drinks this is an elevated, upscale pizzeria if you choose to dine in. There is a to- go and delivery arm, but then I'd choose Gino's.
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Brixx & Barley
152 W Park AveA great spot for food and drinks this is an elevated, upscale pizzeria if you choose to dine in. There is a to- go and delivery arm, but then I'd choose Gino's.
Want wings? This is the keystone Long Beach joint. It is a relaxed local favorite offering lunch and dinner. The wings are a favorite as is the straw burger and tidbits. Home from the beach and hungry but don't feel like dressing for a night out-- Billy's is the place. You might even meet Billy himself.
Billy's Beach Cafe
222 W Park AveWant wings? This is the keystone Long Beach joint. It is a relaxed local favorite offering lunch and dinner. The wings are a favorite as is the straw burger and tidbits. Home from the beach and hungry but don't feel like dressing for a night out-- Billy's is the place. You might even meet Billy himself.
ALLEGRIA HOTEL
80 W BroadwayBeach front luxury dining.
Extra hot? Cool off with some ice cream from one of the most iconic names on Long Island's south shore-- Marvel.
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Marvel Frozen Dairy
258 Lido BlvdExtra hot? Cool off with some ice cream from one of the most iconic names on Long Island's south shore-- Marvel.
Casual food-- great chicken fingers-- right on the boardwalk. Also a great breakfast spot. Seasonal.
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RIPTIDES 11561
1 Edwards BlvdCasual food-- great chicken fingers-- right on the boardwalk. Also a great breakfast spot. Seasonal.
Long Beach has it's own Brewery-- another favorite.
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Bright Eye Beer Co.
50 West Park AvenueLong Beach has it's own Brewery-- another favorite.
Shopping
Want to document your visit here is a place where you can support local business and find a one of a kind souvenir or keepsake from your trip.
the codfish cowboy
162 East Park AvenueWant to document your visit here is a place where you can support local business and find a one of a kind souvenir or keepsake from your trip.
Want to remember your visit? Have a particular surfing accessory you need? Have a blow out in your flip flop? This is the locally owned store for you!
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Long Beach Surf Shop
70 W Park AveWant to remember your visit? Have a particular surfing accessory you need? Have a blow out in your flip flop? This is the locally owned store for you!
FRIPPERY
140 E Park Aveclothes and gifts
Reign Boutique
872 W Beech StLocal Shopping
Beauty and Wellness
Need some help relaxing? Would a massage do the trick? Perhaps a facial? Make a reservation and enjoy.
Joseph Christopher For Beauty and Wellness
254 W Park AveNeed some help relaxing? Would a massage do the trick? Perhaps a facial? Make a reservation and enjoy.
Home Cooking
Want to cook for yourself-- Right over the bridge in Island Park is King Kullen -- it is fresh and clean and has whatever you need.
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King Kullen
231 W Merrick RdWant to cook for yourself-- Right over the bridge in Island Park is King Kullen -- it is fresh and clean and has whatever you need.
If you want to have fresh fish this is the spot to get it. The restaurant is pretty good too. The lobster bisque and New England chowder are excellent additions to any meal you plan.
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Jordan Lobster Farms
1 Pettit PlIf you want to have fresh fish this is the spot to get it. The restaurant is pretty good too. The lobster bisque and New England chowder are excellent additions to any meal you plan.
Things to do
If you like to fish-- The Fishing Pier is open 365 days a year. Parking is free. Restrooms are available during Recreation Department hours, Monday through Friday 6am to 10pm. A small bait shop is often open.
Long Beach Municipal Fishing Pier
198 W Bay DrIf you like to fish-- The Fishing Pier is open 365 days a year. Parking is free. Restrooms are available during Recreation Department hours, Monday through Friday 6am to 10pm. A small bait shop is often open.
Offering small group instruction, swimming lessons and camp, Skudin surf is a great choice for summer guests.
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Skudin Surf
2 Riverside BlvdOffering small group instruction, swimming lessons and camp, Skudin surf is a great choice for summer guests.
If it is adventure you seek, check out wild play at neighboring Jones Beach.
WildPlay Element Parks Jones Beach
If it is adventure you seek, check out wild play at neighboring Jones Beach.
An easy walk to the train station and catch a train to the city that never sleeps. Explore and enjoy the day. Check the Long Island Railroad's page for schedules and fares.
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Manhattan
An easy walk to the train station and catch a train to the city that never sleeps. Explore and enjoy the day. Check the Long Island Railroad's page for schedules and fares.
If you are visiting for the holidays, this light display and holiday village is worth a visit.
Magic Of Lights
If you are visiting for the holidays, this light display and holiday village is worth a visit.
On Saturdays visit vendors and peruse homemade and hand made crafts and art.
The farmer's market is also around most of the year on Saturday morning.
On October 9th, the fall festival welcomes attractions for kids and music.
Arts In The Plaza
1 W Chester StOn Saturdays visit vendors and peruse homemade and hand made crafts and art.
The farmer's market is also around most of the year on Saturday morning.
On October 9th, the fall festival welcomes attractions for kids and music.
Want to see a movie? This small but comfortable theater is back after Super storm Sandy then COVID. You can reserve seating online.
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Long Beach Cinemas
179 E Park AveWant to see a movie? This small but comfortable theater is back after Super storm Sandy then COVID. You can reserve seating online.
Local Cycles
307 W Park AveBike Rentals
West End Food
Jetty Bar & Grill
832 W Beech StAhh the breeze.
The Bungalow West
945 W Beech StAnother good option.
Minnesota's
959 W Beech StNice large outside area.
Inside and garden seating outside makes this a nice stop for dinner.
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The Saloon
1016 W Beech StInside and garden seating outside makes this a nice stop for dinner.
Grotta di Fuoco
960 W Beech StThe West End's higher end Italian.
Lost And Found
951 W Beech StA secret five star restaurant.
The Beach House
912 W Beech StLet me know how it is-- I haven't tried it.
Ra-Kang
895 W Beech StA local Thai favorite.
If you have a craving, Swingbellys will satisfy it.
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Swingbellys Beachside BBQ
909 W Beech StIf you have a craving, Swingbellys will satisfy it.
The Cabana
1034 W Beech StExcellent Meximerican, a Long Beach tradition.
The Inn
943 W Beech StTwo stories of food, live music and fun.