FIVE STARS IS FOR THE OVERALL EXPERIENCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE NOT THE FOOD…read more My friend and I had a good time at the lre- opening night of The Bungalow Kitchen. My friend is a chef, so I really wanted her to experience the new menu with me. First, I have to give credit where credit is due. the customer service was top tier! We were greeted as soon as we walked up, and all of the ladies were so welcoming and nice. The bartenders were super nice as well, as was the GM. And of course, the aesthetic of The Bungalow never fails. The space is beautiful and definitely still has that Bungalow vibe. Our waiter, Devin, was great too! Now, on to the food... sadly, we were pretty underwhelmed. I hate that I have to agree with some of the Instagram comments I had seen about the kitchen because I really expected better, especially with all the hype surrounding Chef Eric and the new menu. One thing that really irked me was that our order of broccolini came out before everything else and sat there for about 20 minutes before our entrees arrived. Our waiter was kind enough to send out another order of broccolini once our entrees came, which I appreciated. They initially added it to the bill, but removed it once I mentioned it. The lasagna honestly tasted like something I could pick up already made from Whole Foods. The pork chop was cooked well, but it lacked flavor. The artichoke dish... I don't even really know what to say. The presentation wasn't great, and we kept pulling pieces of the shell out of our mouths, which was annoying. We had a couple of bites and just did away with it. The mussels were good, but there weren't very many. Mussels are pretty inexpensive, so it would have been nice to have a bit more, especially since they are small. The sauce had good flavor, and we ordered the baguette to dip into it, but it wasn't really a sauce in the traditional sense because it was pretty thin. I think it could have had more substance, especially considering they encourage you to spend $12 on a baguette to dip into it. One other thing I noticed was that Chef Eric was visiting some of the tables around us but never came over to ours. Maybe those were family and friends, so who knows, but considering there were barely any people in the restaurant, I do think it would have been nice for him to make his way around to all of the tables, especially on opening night. I will definitely be back to The Bungalow because I love the space, the people and the drinks. I'm just not sure if I'll be back for dinner. I'm willing to try some of the less expensive items and see how those are. Our dinner bill was around $250, in addition to the $40 we spent at the bar before sitting down. Unfortunately, for us, the food just wasn't worth the bill. Overall, we had a great experience with the staff and the atmosphere, but the food didn't live up to the expectations I had going in. Hopefully, some of these things improve because I really do want to see the kitchen succeed.

I really wanted to love The Bungalow's reopening and give it another chance. I had been there when…read moreit originally opened a few years ago, and although the beautiful setting and location were always a plus, the atmosphere eventually became more club-like with the DJ, which just wasn't my vibe. When I heard they were reopening with a new chef, I was genuinely excited to try it again. First, I want to emphasize that this review is strictly about the food. Everything else was great. The restaurant itself is beautiful, and the ambience, atmosphere, views, and location are all wonderful. There is plenty of nearby parking, shops, and other restaurants, making it a great location overall. The staff was also excellent. Our servers were attentive and friendly, and Donald, the manager, was very understanding. I have absolutely nothing negative to say about the service or the people working there. Unfortunately, the food was a completely different story. There were four of us dining together, and none of us enjoyed our entrées. I actually felt bad saying anything because we weren't trying to get a free meal or complain just to complain. We genuinely did not like the food. We each left roughly 90% of our entrées on the plates and didn't take them home. I'm not a particularly picky eater, which made this even more disappointing. To me, the food tasted like it had a very processed, canned or frozen quality rather than tasting fresh and freshly prepared. That is the one area that really needs improvement. We still tipped our server because the food was not her fault, and the service itself was good. I truly hope they take the food quality seriously because The Bungalow has so much going for it. The setting, ambience, views, location, parking, and staff are all there. If they can step up the food, I really think they could have a winning combination and a fantastic restaurant. I'm giving three stars strictly because of the food. Everything else deserves high marks. I sincerely hope they improve the menu and food preparation because I would genuinely like to come back and give them another try.

Alter Ego is such an inviting bar and lounge! They really nailed that divey vibe while still making…read moreit feel like a great place to sit down, eat, have a few drinks, and just enjoy yourself. The environment is super chill and welcoming. The service was great too. Everyone was attentive without being overbearing, which I really appreciated. I had the salmon and broccoli, along with the Caesar salad and tiramisu and honestly everything was delicious The tiramisu was a great way to finish everything off. Next time I'm staying at the Fairmont Breakers, I already know where I'll be coming back to eat!

Alter Ego at the Fairmont Breakers! Great place to grab a drink. We checked in early Sunday…read moreafternoon, August 9, 2026, and were counting down to the 5pm open -- $5 off signature cocktails is a nice little win. Went with the smoked Old Fashioned. Bartender's lighter would not cooperate, so no smoke show, but the drink itself was still excellent. Bonus entertainment: a speed dating group set up nearby. Did not expect that on a Sunday. Fascinating! One knock -- at 5pm those windows let in a lot of sunlight. Not the moody cocktail-bar vibe yet. That's on me for going at open. Means I have to come back at night for Thursday jazz, when the $5 off runs all night. Yeah, I'll be back!

This review is strictly for the private dining experience. I was invited to celebrate a 60th…read morebirthday and this place exceeded all expectations! The space is small; its max capacity for the space used was 40 persons. 4 tables, 10 persons per table and with the appetizer and cake set up, it felt a little cramped for 40 persons to mingle. In typical Italian restaurant setting, the ambience is low light and moody. Appetizer hour: 1. Coconut chicken 2. Calamari 3. Assortment of cheese, crackers and fruit 4. Artichoke spread with toasty bread (my fav of the night) The two servers that catered our party were fantastic; I wish I caught their names. Dinner: 1. Seafood pasta 2. Tucson chicken pasta 3. Chicken Marsala 4. Filet mignon 5. Chilean sea bass 6. Mashed potatoes 7. Sautéed squash 8. House salad The Chilean sea bass is to die for! So flaky, so light but flavorful. Overall, it was a great experience and I can't wait to take my husband for a date night. The live music is a plus! Please note: parking can be rough if you don't valet. Valet is $12. There's a shared lot with Kobe Steakhouse and there's a parking attendant there that will have your car towed if you're caught. But there's ample parking across the street in the commercial building lot. Just a little extra steps but totally worth it.

We visited Spaghettini for my husband's birthday after not having been back in many years, and…read morewe're so glad we chose to return. The food was fresh and absolutely delicious. We especially loved the spaghetti and the short ribs, both were fantastic and dishes we can't rave about enough. What made our evening even more memorable, though, was the exceptional service we received from Maggie. She was incredibly warm, friendly, and attentive throughout our meal, offering great suggestions and making us feel genuinely taken care of. At a time when it can sometimes be difficult to find both great food and truly great service, Maggie made our experience feel special and absolutely worth the trip.

This is really really cute date night if you're ever in the area. They have a DJ and two bar areas…read morethat serve drinks. It's inside the Breaker hotel. The bartenders are attentive and friendly and fast with their drinks.

The cocktails are on point here! I've been hearing this from friends, who really know their drinks…read more Since I live so close, I love being able to stop by and just have a drink and watch the sunset. It can get crowded on weekends and the worst part is having to wait in line for the elevator. The elevators are quite small and when everyone's trying to get to the rooftop bar, it can feel like you're waiting at a club just to get into the elevator. The bartenders are really cool and on weekends they have a DJ. No one really dances but it's nice to have the vibe. Definitely one of my favorite places in Long Beach right now.

Stopped by 320 Main in Seal Beach for breakfast and it did not disappoint. I ordered the American…read morebreakfast with two eggs, sausage, sourdough toast, and homemade fries, and everything was cooked just right. The eggs were fresh, the sausage was flavorful, and the homemade fries were crispy and delicious. I also added a side of their crispy bacon, which was definitely worth it -- perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The atmosphere was quiet and relaxing since I got there right when they opened, which made it even more enjoyable. It's a smaller spot, but cozy, with both indoor and outdoor dining options. Overall, it was a great breakfast experience and I would definitely come back again.

Bad shrimp in my cocktail! It had mold on it. SO gross. I ate five of the shrimp and (they were…read morefine and the cocktail sauce was very good) BUT the last one was positioned so the bad spot was hidden. These were big shrimp and the bad spot was big, so don't try to tell me they didn't see it.

Great place!! Love the view but there's no fans , no air circulation I the middle of summer Sophia…read moreis wonderful love that girl I'll be back when it's cooler !!

This past weekend my friends and I celebrated our 30 years high school reunion at ( omg it's a…read morebeautiful place inside and out) Tantalum thank you , for your hospitality!!! I called and made reservations spoke to Isabella and Mia , you both are so sweet and respectful!!! Tantalum should never let you go!!! Our server Jade another sweet / calm/ patient/ smiling all the time even if I annoyed her with my silly questions!!! Thank you for your excellent service!!! Food was so goooooood and very delicious thank you chefs !!! Also, to all the bussers you were all amazing!!! Thank you!!! We will be back :)

Love the vibe. Go there at least one a month. Drinks are cheap and good. Music is always on point…read more Service is great considering how busy they get. They have one pool table and 2 dart games, get your game pieces at the bar.

Finally! I got to finally visit this place. Did not expect to see a dark bar that was huge! This…read moreplace has been there for a decade but this spot has been around for a long time. They've got it all for a bar. Skeeball, four player pac-man, big game hunting, darts. Not bad for a decent sized place. When there is light, the skylights bring a lot of natural into the spots where they have leather seating for big groups. There's a lot of tables for smaller groups and a decent bar. We ordered drinks and my vodka soda was good. Their vodka cranberry was light on the color but with a little more, it was manageable. I love that they have darts, but their boards are used and abused. Gotta get some new ones. Otherwise, it's a great place and I love their case walk in whiskey room. Now I've seen it all. Very cool place. PLEASE WATCH YOUR STEP AND HOLD ON TO THE RAIL.

It's a IYKYK kind of place here. We didn't know about it as we were here meeting some friends for…read moredrinks. They made all the reservations. Honestly thought it was the bar that we came inside. First impression, why did we need reservations.... Since we didn't know the hidden entrance. Well, it's a cool concept once we entered. There's a dress code so be advised. What I found out was the entrance of the speakeasy was through a phone booth that next to the pool table of Roxanne's bar. Once reservations is made, you'll received an email with a password to enter. Enter phone booth and to connect to the inside and they'll open the door for you. We had the first reservations I believe they opened at 7pm. We were the first group to arrive. As it was my first time, we had ordered bar food and were waiting for it inside the main bar. So half an hour was used from our time limit. The speakeasy, dark and moody but perfect for the place. Special crafted cocktails by the bartenders which were great. They also have food as well, found out later. We did try the meat pie, which it was just ok. Basically an empanadas, the pickle veggies accompanied it was my favorite. It was good but nothing major to rave about. The drinks were quite nice and tasty. What they offered on the menu did have a load of good choices. Tables scattered throughout as well as bar seating. There's a piano which maybe used for live music. Overall, the moody speakeasy vibe was great. Friendly staff and bartender made some great drinks. What we had to snack on, the meat pie was just ok. They're very strict with the time limits. Once it's reached they'll let you know.

Honestly for a super cute speakeasy, the drinks were very lackluster and not really well thought…read moreout. I expected to pay so much for cocktails that don't really seem balanced or designed with intent. It also took a very long time to receive drinks, the bartender seemed more into doing his sub par flair than getting drinks out at a decent time. Definitely not coming back, such a waste of money and time.

Great vibe, seating, service, and drinks!…read more Sounds like they have fun themes other days of the week too

The owner is always so cool and makes you feel so welcome- like part of the family. The bartender…read moreis also amazing and very attentive- no matter the side of the crowd he makes sure patrons are taken care of. The vibe is welcoming and vibrant- when I go there the owner makes sure my friends and I have a great time. Great people, great music, great drinks and convo!!

First time trying Beachwood's Kiosk at 2nd&PCH. They have great beers that we have enjoyed over…read morethe years at their brick and mortar locations. This location is center court outside with lots of seating and shade. They don't serve food but right next door is an excellent sandwich place (Potato Chios Deli) and a few steps further and excellent rotisserie chicken spot (Nible Bird). You can grab food and bring inside. We ordered two sandwiches from the sandwich place to pair with our beers. I ordered the LBC IPA, great choice. My husband had the HEF. They have a nice selection on tap to meet most anyone's tastes including lager, pale ale and pilsner. Atmosphere wise, very relaxing for a busy Sunday afternoon! We could have hung out there for many hours! I heard some asking why they can't just walk around the shopping center with their beers. We aren't in LV and CA is very strict with alcoholic beverages. Great idea though! Our server was very friendly. Definitely we will be back and whybdid it take us so long to try out Beachwood's kiisk?

Delicious and beautiful beer alternatives. This was a hibiscus seltzer that now only was pretty but…read morewas a refreshing start to summer. The staff was helpful by providing suggestions and samples if you didn't know what to get. The area is an open shared seating space which is great for large groups and of all ages.