Dre is the goat. He treated me and my friend with so much love and respect. And he also gave me so many good beers to try. Love this man

Update: I went up to the beautiful top deck today to celebrate a friend's bday...and the view is sooooo gorgeous and there was shade...and the food was yummy and it was so fun up there... The waitress moving around rapidly made an impression on me, that they have maybe figured out their ordering, preparing, delivering system. I've always liked many things about this place but often struggled with their tech instead of traditional waiter and waitress system. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - My buddies under the shade on the upper deck. July good vibes on a Friday afternoon. - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

Really disappointing experience at Ballast Point Long Beach. We moved our table about one foot to get out of the direct sun, and the staff made a big issue out of it. They said they would not move the umbrella, but still insisted that we move the table back into the sun. We were not blocking a walkway or causing a problem--we were simply customers trying to get some shade while waiting for another shaded table to open up. Instead of handling it with basic hospitality, the staff made us feel unwelcome over something extremely minor. This place used to have a great atmosphere, but the customer service and overall vibe have clearly changed. The staff seemed young, poorly trained, and more focused on enforcing unnecessary rules than taking care of paying customers. Management really needs to work on hospitality training. read more

The only downside I have with this place, is I hate their QR code that you have to scan to order your food and drinks (Some people love this, some hate it) unfortunately, I have terrible phone service out here. if you do not have good service or do not want to use the code, you can go up to the bar and place your order -Since it's not your typical order and wait service, they have waiters just making their rounds helping everyone. The person who helped us the most was, Soky. He was absolutely great They are on the water with a nice view of the marina and you can sit here and do some boat watching (it's gorgeous if you come here during sunset) the outdoor seating is very spacious. They even have a second level for a rooftop outdoor view. I'd say more people like to eat outside here vs inside. -this place is used for a lot of private events. parking can get extremely crowded Also, this place can be extremely loud It's open seating and we ended up ordering outside for their bbq special they were having (we had to order the BBQ outside) and then you go to their serve your own water stations if you are just drinking water, like we were We got -pastrami fries 5/5 -pepperoni pizza 3/5 -BBQ special 5/5 -brownie caramel sundae 5/5 I'm not a beer person, but their beer menu is impressive. They have limited options when it comes to other alcohol. When it comes to the food menu, they have a bit of everything. They have a big selection of - small bites / appetizers. Which makes it perfect to share with friends. They have pizzas Burgers Seafood options Pastrami burgers and pastrami fries (their pastrami is a favorite here) Vegetarian options And, weekday specials I like the atmosphere. Just be prepared, it does get pretty noisy in here during the weekend at peak hours. They have TVs and just from the amount of people packed in here. The atmosphere inside also has a view of the water. It's just one big glass window. So you can see the outside view from inside They offer a military discount And WiFi read more

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Shout out to our server who helped out our giant party for our friends bday. He was super quick helping our entire party and we had a great time love this place! All the employees here were super cool and made our experience even better! The views and the karaoke and the fun made it for an unforgettable night! Ate the birria tacos and I forgot to even take a picture cause it was so bomb. read more

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It takes nearly an hour to get your food on a Friday night, make sure you have dinner before arriving. The view is the best thing about this place but keep your eyes on the ocean views unless you like watching little critters walk by the glass walls every 5 minutes. Rats! read more

We visited on a Monday evening (6 pm). There was plenty of parking. You can just walk in and choose your own table upstairs or downstairs. Upstairs has 1 bar. Downstairs has 2 bars and various TV's. There are also 2 sets of restrooms downstairs. Both areas have very nice beach views. Service- You can order food & drinks at the bar or via a QR code. The service was great at the bar. I was able to sample my drink before ordering. They bring you the food and ask you if you want anything else. Food- we ordered the Peach Cider 5/5, well done hamburger & garlic parmesan fries 5/5, wings 4/5 and the Sculpin beer 4/5 (too hoppy). The wings left a slight ting in your mouth. They said it was because they used peppercorn. I would definitely return. read more

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This Ballast Point in Long Beach has a great view of the waters and great food. I came for a Saturday lunch and it was extremely packed. Although the parking lot is big, it was difficult finding a spot. Inside is huge. There's outdoor seating, upstairs, in doors in the first floor. However, because of how crowded it was, finding a good spot was also tricky. Patients is virtue! For food, I tried the pastrami fries, flatbread pizza, and Cobb salad. They did a great job on these items and the portions were notable. Overall, I enjoyed my dining experience at Ballast Point. I hope they accept reservations for smaller parties in the future. I'd come back. read more

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Good views Sh*tty IPA Personally I didn't like the bitterness from the Pineapple IPA I approve of the watermelon Dorado...but just a tad bit read more

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Was in town so decided to swing by this location since I've never been here before and wow such a gorgeous location!!..I got the sculpin IPA and it was super tasty..I didn't eat any food from the location..walked out with a 6pk of sculpin for about 13$..being next the marina was such a beautiful sight to see i can just image how gorgeous the view is at night time. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Sculpin IPA - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

Came here on a Saturday evening for a mini high school reunion with about 12 friends. Many of us hadn't seen each other in over 20 years, so it was a very special gathering. The place was packed, and parking was difficult to find, likely because there were basketball games on and lots of people were there to watch. They don't take reservations, so finding seating for our group was a challenge. We initially tried moving some chairs together, but the staff informed us that wasn't allowed. I was a bit frustrated and asked to speak with the manager. Thankfully, Will, the manager, was very understanding and worked with us, allowing us to keep at least one sofa chair so our group could be a little more comfortable. There were two separate seating areas available, but we really wanted to stay together. Once we got settled, we ordered fish and chips, chicken wings, pizza, and skirt steak. The fish and chips, wings, and pizza were good, but the skirt steak was quite tough and had to be sent back. We also enjoyed a few glasses of sangria. Our server was accommodating throughout the evening, and sitting outside gave us a beautiful view of the sunset. I drove over an hour to get here, and despite the seating challenges, I'm glad I made the trip for the reunion. The prices were reasonable, the atmosphere was lively, and overall we had a great time catching up and reminiscing after two decades apart. read more

It was my first time at Ballast and the beer was excellent but after a couple of beers, these fries and wings hit so different. They were crispy but not dry. Love this place! read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

This was my first time coming to Ballast Point, and I had a blast. I went with my wife to watch some of the World Cup games, and the vibe was amazing! TVs in every corner, great views, and tasty food. The ordering setup was very unique. The whole place is open seating, and once you find a table, you scan the QR code located on it to start ordering your food and drinks. Food and beverages arrived within minutes of ordering. Overall, we had an excellent time, and I will definitely be coming back soon. read more

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came here for a friend's birthday and they have plenty of seating indoor and outdoor, but parking can get scarce, especially in the evening! i have to say their patio is definitely a whole vibe though with the views of the water and fireplaces. they even had a dj playing on the top floor on saturday when we went. even with our large party, service was always nice and welcoming. drinks were good and they have a wide variety. the food we ordered were pretty good as well. everything came out fresh in about 15-20 minutes. it's a great, casual place to hang with friends. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - queso birria tacos and marg pizza - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

This review is specifically regarding the food. We visited the restaurant to celebrate a birthday, and my daughter ordered a burger cooked medium. We requested it this way because we wanted it to be more thoroughly cooked. When the burger arrived, the meat was noticeably pink in the center. However, because it had been prepared and served by the restaurant, we trusted that it was safe to eat and did not think it would be an issue. Unfortunately, the following morning, my daughter became very ill. She experienced repeated vomiting--approximately 20 times--and was unable to keep food or liquids down. The rest of our family ate other menu items and did not experience any symptoms. Since she was the only one who ate the burger, we are concerned that her illness may have been related to the undercooked meat. While we cannot say with certainty what caused her symptoms, we felt it was important to share our experience so the restaurant can review its food preparation practices and other customers can make informed decisions. read more

Vibes: Chill, classy, great views Crowd: Surprisingly reasonable on a Friday evening Menu: lots of brew/bar food options Value for price: 5/5, good food flavors and nice beer prices Service: 5/5, friendly and quick Parking: plenty, private lot My friend and I met up at Ballast Point on a Friday afternoon for drinks/food. For such a lovely day, there was a surprisingly small crowd, and we had open pick of indoor seating (which has a view of the lake/sunset) and two levels of outdoor seating. We sat up top at a 2-person tall table with a spectacular sunset view. Lots of people were here on dates- great casual place to chat for extended periods of time. I had an IPA (I'm sorry I forgot which brew, but it was delicious) and my friend had a wine. Although there were water drops in her glass for some odd reason, both of us enjoyed our drinks. We shared the loaded pastrami fries (DELICIOUS, decadent treat with cubed flavorful pastrami), and each had the ahi poke bowl (generously portioned, lots of fish, sriracha mayo drizzle). They brought out heaters when it got cold. Highly recommend! read more

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I JUST HAVE TO SAY! Went last night the music WAS ON POINT!! We stayed a lil longer just for that alone !. OMG! that crispy chicken sandwich AND the nachos were YUMMY!!! I highly recommend!! read more

Our food came out slowly and at separate times even though we ordered everything together through the QR code. The Hot Honey Brussel Sprouts were Burned to a crisp and were hardly edible. Our soft drink glasses were taken without being asked if we wanted a refill. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Burnt to a crisp (incinerated) Hot Honey Brussel Sprouts - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

Ballast point is one of my favorite places to hang with friends. Their QR menu is so easy to order from, and they deliver food/drinks quickly. They have plenty of seating inside and outside. Parking can be difficult to find on the weekends. A couple items I enjoy getting is the ceasar salad and their spritz, perfect for lunch. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

Came here for a few drinks. The pineapple marg was prob the best one for me. Ambiance is pretty nice as we sat outside. We brought a deck of cards to play so we had a good time hanging out there. Service is a bit strange since you order off your phone so you'll constantly be charging your card for each round of drinks, but I guess that's what they needed to implement to protect themselves. read more

Love the place and service! Nice view and vibe, very mellow and chill spot to drink and get some food . Definitely a great date spot

Great place to watch the sunset. Wall of glass is great. Views are so relaxing. Fantastic beer selections my go to is always a Hazy IPA also love a Black Marlin. Food is decent we live the Cauliflower tacos always on point. When ever the craving hits this is our go to place QR codes on the table make ordering fast and simple. Staff is friendly and the vibe is pretty cool. Music is current and a mix of styles. Young old all types of folks here. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Hazy and a Black Marlin - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Such a beautiful sight to see while drinking. They offer an outside patio, inside seating, and it's two stories. The food and drinks are all ordered from a QR code taking a little away from the service opportunity however our time there was beautiful. They had tvs to watch games and the location was clean. The only sad part was that 75% of the drinks were sold out come mid week. read more

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The waterfront view is spectacular and is honestly the main reason to come here. We took a short stroll on the dock after dining here to take it all in. You can seat yourself wherever. Of course, most people go to the outdoor area with the nice view of the marina, so it can fill up quickly. Ordering is done via QR code. They have a good variety of craft beer to try. I'm not a big beer drinker, but I thought they were all good for what it's worth. As for the food, don't expect too much other than munchies to compliment the drinks. We shared the Ballast Point Wings and I ordered the Ballast Point Burger. The wings weren't the best and it really needed the sauces for added flavor. The burger was decent, but nothing special to justify the price. Overall, it's a fun environment to hang out with friends and have some drinks. Come for the drinks and view, just don't expect much from the food. read more

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Stopped here on the way home from the tulip fields! I loved my lunch the soft bun (I don't usually eat) & my whole meal & cold beer was gobbled up by me, terrific! read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Steak Dinner Special on Weds don't miss out yummy - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

Bring your out of town ppl here! The views are spectacular! We visited on a Friday around 5pm and it wasn't super crowded. Walk in, find a spot, scan the code, and start your order online and they bring your food to you. Hubby had the pastrami burger and I had the poke bowl. He had their beer on tap and I had a Hawaiian Mai tai. We were celebrating an early Mother's Day. I had such a great time! The servers were friendly and quick. I highly recommend! read more

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Sometimes simple hits exactly right. This rectangular, Sicilian-style slice came out with a thick, airy crust that was crisp on the bottom and soft inside. The sauce leans bright and slightly sweet, balanced well by a generous layer of melted mozzarella. Pepperoni cups curled and charred nicely, while the sausage added savory heft without overpowering the bite. What stood out most was the texture contrast--crunchy edges, pillowy crumb, and pockets of rich, meaty flavor throughout. The ambience was relaxed and inviting, especially for a late-night stop, and the staff was genuinely accommodating without rushing us out. Paired with a cold beer, it's straightforward comfort food done correctly. I'd definitely come back when I'm in the area looking for something satisfying and no-frills. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Sicilian-style pepperoni and sausage slice with crisp edges, melty cheese, and a cold beer on the side. - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

Always good beer, I remember when they opened, it was very cool. The furniture is looking tired and worn, staff seems bored. I will go there for their beer read more

Visited Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach on a Saturday afternoon with a party of 10 and had a really good experience overall. The view is beautiful and even with a larger group, finding self-seating was surprisingly easy. I also liked how simple it was to pay individually through the QR code system, which made splitting the bill hassle-free for everyone. I spent around $80 for 3 drinks, an appetizer, and an entree, which felt pretty reasonable for the location and atmosphere. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because the food I ordered just wasn't really for my liking. I'd still come back though because the vibe, service setup, and scenery made it worth visiting, and I'd like to try different menu items next time. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Steak nachos, everything hard seltzer, buffalo chicken sandwich with garlic fries - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

I really like this brewery. It has an amazing view overlooking the marina, which makes the experience even better. It's a very casual, relaxed setting and a great place to bring friends or family to hang out and enjoy the scenery. The food was decent and hit the spot. We ordered the nachos to share along with the wings, and both were delicious and perfect for sharing. The service was good and attentive, making sure we were taken care of without feeling rushed. Overall, it's a solid spot with great views, good food, and friendly service. Definitely a nice place to unwind and enjoy the waterfront atmosphere. read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

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One of my favorite breweries because this one has food!!!! I will admit that the wait to get a table is LONG; you do want to come in expect to wait about 30 minutes or sit at the bar until a table opens. I always sit at the bar and then switch to a table by the windows. It's open seating so if you're waiting at the bar close out as you go so you can leave when you see an open table. They have a good selection of beers; sours, IPA, fruity beers, stouts, and light beers. You will find something and if you don't like beer, they have cocktails too! I believe they're rice wine but honestly they taste great (last visit I had the horchata cocktail and it was splendid and delicious). I absolutely love coming here because the windows show the shore and the boats are riding around; this time we got to see all the Christmas boats with their lights it was a beautiful little Christmas water parade! You have to order through a QR code so not the best for people who prefer menus but I'm a millennial so I'm on my phone regardless, so I don't mind. We got the nachos and wings which were both delicious; they come with a cheese sauce which is way better in my opinion than a little sprinkled cheese ontop, since you can scoop the sauce with your chip making it extra creamy and flavorful for every bite rather than dry cheese ontop. We also got the house IPA and one of the stouts from the beer menu. read more

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Amazing view. We get to find a table ourselves and we chose oceanview of course. Would have loved to sit either rooftop or outdoor, but forgot to bring a jacket. BUMMER... next time for sure since it is totally happening outside. The food was very tasty. I loved the steak nacho, it was fully loaded with everything. The fish n chips was not shabby at all. The fries were one of the better fries i have had. Service was great. Super attentive, super friendly. Highly recommend. read more

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The view and environment are casual and nice but unfortunately the food is sub par. Some breweries and sports pubs have decent food but this was greasy, fatty and not particularly tasty. I could see coming for the view and a drink but the food is disappointing. read more

TERRIBLE service. You will order one drink at a time and if you order more they will get rid of it and won't give you a refund! Terrible burger too waaay too much salt. Rude and weird guy working at the bar, one minded disrespectful. Not sure why he works there, definitely not coming back looks like it's his first job. read more

I had such a great time here on a rainy Saturday night. It wasn't too crowded which was a plus but it was still hustling. There was open seating, and we could order from the qr code at the table. Servers came over quickly and brought us waters before we ordered anything yet. For 5 people we got an assortment of things: pretzel, nachos, flatbread, and chicken wings. These nachos were definitely a favorite ! So much cheese and toppings it was perfect lol. I wished there were more chips. I also tried the pumpkin beer which was just a subtle taste of pumpkin. I'd recommend trying it if you like autumnal flavors as it's seasonal! read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Nachos - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

Ordered a couple of Michelada's They were great. Ordered the blackberry sour beer great as well. Ordered the Birria Questacos ,after 35 minutes of waiting we asked a different bartender to check on our food as we didn't see our original bartender:server anywhere. The gentleman kindly said he would check. He came back told us they would be out shortly. He brought them to us. They were barely lukewarm I sent them back . The surfer looking gentleman was nice enough to ask if he would like me to have them made again, but I didn't want to wait another 35 minutes so off we go to Yucatán . If you've read any of my reviews you know that I think there is nothing worse than going to a restaurant & not getting hot food that's supposed to be hot. End of story Ambience is loud . read more

Ballast Point Brewing Long Beach - Mom and I were looking forward to the tacos :( didn't happen as they were lukewarm warm . - Breweries Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Great place with plenty of seating. Crowded on a Sunday and you order on your phone from the table. We had their vegan burger which was a beyond patty and honestly the best thick vegan patty I have ever had. We will definitely come back and try more stuff. Very cool place with delicious food. read more

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Beers were solid and the normal stuff you'd expect from Ballast Point if you ever had their stuff from the stores. The food was pretty good for what I ate (loaded fries) Outside patio is nice. Can just sip beers watching the boats and paddlers pass by. There was a baseball team playing tennis baseball inside the patio though so that was pretty annoying and I had to move but not really the fault of the establishment more on the team. Inside has a bunch of TVs and clean. read more

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Great patio, unbeatable view of Alamitos Landing, and a bustling business at lunch on a Tuesday. We had just ridden the water taxi from Long Beach Harbor and were looking forward to a hearty meal. We were able to move out of the freezing wind tunnel in the shade near the building, to a partially shaded seating area with sofas. A kind server updated their food delivery chart because we had already ordered. The QR code ordering system is pretty clear, so husband ordered a water and a burger with fries. This time I tried a blackberry cider. I ordered a lettuce wrapped burger and a side salad. The cider was a strong one, so served in a goblet instead of a pint. Very refreshing, and I appreciate having a non-beer choice on draft. Burgers! Looking good! However, looks can be deceiving. This was the blandest most unseasoned and boring cheeseburger I have ever encountered. I appreciate they included the burger sauce on the side, which often isn't provided at all on a lettuce wrap. But frankly it didn't help, and I found the meat itself to be packed densely and pretty chewy. Left much of the meat behind. Husband didn't finish his either. At least the fries were good (battered and seasoned maybe?) and the side salad was fresh and large. And there was a really good pickle wedge. Perhaps there are good dishes on the menu, I just won't discover them because we won't be back, sorry! read more

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Horrible experience that ballast point tried to scrub this review. So Cliff notes: Went for a beautiful lunch along the water one day with a friend. Upon walking in the host said we could sit anywhere but on this day, half of the restaurant was closed off for a party which was fine. We sat on the beautiful deck. The tables have QR codes which is fine but it does tie you to that table making it hard to change tables mid order (will get to this point in a minute). 10 minutes into sitting down, a patron walks by us and as he is next to our table he buckles over and throws up. It's like 1pm on a Wednesday mind you...this bro was being a messy ass queen and getting that drunk at 1pm on a Wednesday? Bro get yourself a wife. Anyways. By this point we had already ordered and since the QR code is attached to the table and since that's how we ordered, we had to wait for our food before being able to move tables. 10 minutes then 20 minutes go by and not a single employee has come by to clean up the vomit and it's right next to our table and in main walk way... After we got our food, we moved tables and ate. The food was just okay at best. Way too expensive for that's ballast point for you. read more