WOW!!! What an amazing little gem. This little tiny hole in the wall, literally makes some of the best freaking clam chowder I have ever had. It has a smokiness and umami to it that I have never experienced in a clam chowder, and it is FANTASTIC!!! Then I had one mushroom taco, one pork belly taco, and an empanada (I couldn't eat the empanada come out because I was too full from everything else). The pork belly was cooked perfect. Fell apart in my mouth with just a fantastic flavor and texture, and the mushroom tacos were so on point. Not to mention the service here. Veronica was absolutely delightful. She took a lot of pride in their food, and let her talented husband has produced. You absolutely must give Black Pork a try. There are tiny little gem, that's absolutely priceless. read more

Black Pork - Mushroom Taco. Pork Belly Taco Soooo stinkin' GOOD!!! - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

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So much flavor! I had two pork belly tacos, one mushroom taco, and one shrimp taco. If you're hungry then four was the perfect amount since they're small. My favorite was the shrimp followed by the pork. The shrimp were cooked to perfection and sitting on a bed of cheese which I didn't expect. The spicy mango salsa complimented it perfectly. They also provided an amazing green salsa too but I used it sparingly not wanting to cover up the flavors. If you're a shrimp fan these tacos are a must. Since pork is in their name I had to get the pork belly. The meat was melt in your mouth tender and delicious but the skin was really hard to bite through. I used a knife to cut it up which helped. I wish it had more of a chicharron texture but I still loved them. The mushroom one was my least favorite. It was good but not much flavor. The green salsa came in handy for that taco. To drink I tried the "guava and spices" iced tea. She made this to order and I was blown away by the flavors. Service was friendly and the restaurant had counter, tables, and patio seating. Parking is nonexistent. Zero parking at 10:45am. Had to park in a residential area around the corner. I truly loved the food and will definitely be back. They had an interesting variety of choices on the menu from chillaquillas to porchetta with mashed potatoes. read more

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Went here for the first time! And the food was solid! My husband and his dad have been here and I've been wanting to try it, don't let the area fool you! It's definitely a good spot to eat! Definitely recommend the braised short rib and the Mac and cheese bomb! read more

Fantastic food and excellent service. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The portions were generous, and everything tasted fresh. We'll definitely be back! read more

Black Pork - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

I finally tried Black Pork yesterday for lunch with my friend. The whole experience was wonderful. We had the guacamole with puerco, an Asada taco, a chicken empanada, a black salad and a beet salad. That would've been enough by itself, but I also got a cheeseburger with mashed potatoes. All of the food was fantastic. I also had a latte which was very good as well. The owners, Veronica and Luis, could not have been nicer. I originally wanted to try the spinach salad, but they were short on ingredients. Luis made a tiny spinach salad for me so I could taste it. It had caramelized pears and cranberries, and a delicious dressing. I will let the photos of the food speak for themselves. At the end of the meal, Veronica brought us each empanada. They were banana and dulce de Leche. They were heavenly and a great end to a wonderful meal. read more

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Not what you would expect for the location. I was looking up burgers in Long Beach when I came upon Black Pork. I actually didn't even look at where it was located, and I assumed it was closer to the dtlb area. I wanted to try the burger with the black bun, but there were out of the bread and were currently making some more. Instead, I tried the chicken sandwich, and it was so good. First of all, it's HUGE. And gorgeous. It's truly Instagram worthy. That and the fries in the gold bowl. They really have their presentation down. I wasn't even that hungry, but I ended up eating every last bit of it. Now I want to go back and try something else. read more

Black Pork - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

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A small neighborhood restaurant with limited space but food packed with flavor! Love their cute restaurant front and decor inside. Ordering is simple and service feels like you're getting a home cooked meal. The wait for food wasn't long but you know that your food is being cooked fresh since you kinda have an open view of the kitchen. I always gravitate towards chilaquiles when available on the menu, especially empanadas and tacos. Everything we ordered had good flavor and by the end of our meal, we were pretty stuffed. Give this spot a try! read more

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This was my first time at Black Pork (I've been wanting to go for a while) and finally got to try them out during Long Beach Food Scene Week. They had an affordable three course meal that really gives you the chance to experience their food & service. If you've never been (like me), you order at the counter and they bring your food to your table. I arrived around 5:30 for a later lunch/early dinner and by about 10-15 minutes later all the indoor tables were full. I tried the mango & spice iced tea and fell in love. That's saying something because I usually don't like flavored iced tea but this one doesn't fall into the pitfalls so many do. It wasn't overly sweet and didn't have that fake fruit flavor to it. Whatever the "spice" was also added a nice depth to the flavor. I honestly started googling mango spiced ice tea at my table to see if I could find a recipe to recreate this at home. The mussel starter was quite good. I found them a little overly salted but not to the point where it impinged upon my enjoyment of them. Empanada: The outside was perfectly crisp and bubbly without tasting/feeling oily. I had the chicken and liked both of the sauces with it. Korean BBQ & Mashed Potatoes: So good. The person at the table next to me was complaining to his dining companion that the mashed potatoes weren't smooth but I enjoy a good chunky mashed potato and these were so flavorful. Scoop up a bit with each bite of meat and you have a winning combination. Service was very friendly and quick. Super happy to have finally experienced Black Pork. read more

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The burger was amazing. Huge portion. Cooked nice and slow. Prime meat. Amazing customer service. Nice indoor and outdoor dining. Defiantly going back and recommending. Hidden gem in LBC read more

Black Pork - Burger - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

The food here was incredible. Great flavor, quality, and presentation while being affordable. We had the beet salad, mussels, pork belly skewers with mashed potatoes, and criollo shrimp. My favorite was the criollo shrimp and beet salad but they were all hits. The establishment is small and casual which is in itself an appeal since you can enjoy a high class meal in flip flops. It's an order at the counter set up but they bring out the food to you. The woman (I believe she is the owner) who took our order was SO patient, helpful, and attentive. She mentioned they make all of their teas and syrups in house so will definitely need to try it out next time I go. read more

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This place is amazing! The food quality is for fining dining, but it's affordable and you don't have to dress up for it since the place is simple and chill. The owner gave us a free dessert, too. Make sure to chat with them! Sometimes they're just hesitant to approach you :) The garlicky mashed potatoes -- chef's kiss read more

Black Pork - Porchetta & Pork Belly - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

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All the food was incredible. Will come back for more. Celebrated my father-in-laws birthday with six of us. We ordered the Guacamole con Puerco (will get every time), I normally don't like, and almost never order, Empanadas because they are dry. These ones were great with lots of meat inside. Pork Belly Skewers was my wife's favorite, I got the Korean Short Ribs, and my girls got the burgers. Service was great too. Looking forward to eating here again. read more

Similar to another review .. I don't get the hype??? Doesn't the cook at least do a taste test before the food is served to customers ????.. or they just don't care just to save money?? I just ate a pound of salt...and I like salt but this was out of control. What a waste of $5O+. This pork thing was sooooo salty and the skin was so chewy loaded with fat instead of meat....and the mash... it was just a pound of salt as well with a hint of potatoes. My husband warned me and threw his entire meal away and I didn't believe him so I served myself and a little portion and it was enough to make me sick ... Why?!?!?!?! read more

Black Pork - A SALT MINE - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

The food is a definite 10/10. This is definitely a hidden gem. The service is very friendly and the husband wife due is amazing. They are very welcoming warm people. The place is a little small but it's definitely an advantage, it will never be too loud or unbearable because people (my self included) can be very loud. All the empanadas are amazing and their green salsa and chimichurri are to die for. The cubano sandwich a reimagined version but it hit the nail on the head. There's nothing on the menu that is not either a 10 or a 9. Can't wait to go back. Been there 3 times already. The clam chowder definitely the best in Cali. read more

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Delicious and savory food! I went in last week for take out and phone ordered 3 empanadas.. to my surprise they gave me 3 extra as Veronica said they had a BOGO deal on empanadas that day. They were all flavorful but my favorite were the pork and papas con chorizo. Then the sauces they give you to go along are just chefs kiss! I previously dined in with my husband during LBFS week and I still haven't gotten over the curry mussels, so tasty and full of flavor! In addition to the BOGO deal on the empanadas Veronica and I had a heartwarming conversation. It felt as I was talking to a comadre I had known for years! Good vibes and delicious food.. what more can you ask for? Can't wait to return. Thank you for your hospitality Vero! read more

Black Pork - Mussels - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

Excellent food, large portions- bring your appetite. We brought a lot home .The sides- fries and rice were really good. The meat was well cooked. We got mussels as an appetizer- great presentation. I got a huge Cuban sandwich piled high with pork and ham as it should be. I highly recommend this place. read more

My best friend and weekly lunch buddy was very excited to bring me here for lunch on Wednesday. He raved about the food, particularly the chowder, and the Cuban sandwich. This is not in the best neighborhood in Long Beach. It is not a fancy-pants kind of place. The bar next door was being pressure washed inside and out when we slid by to the front door of Black Pork! The menu was intriguing, the beef sandwich grabbed my attention at once. The gal behind the counter was very nice about explaining the options. The steak sandwich which I had ordered, turned out to be fantastic. The steak was perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned perfectly presented and I ate every single bite. The French fries were exceptional! Very crispy, hot fresh seasoned, even crave-able. I am still remembering them 5 days later, they were that good! My friend got the chowder, he let me try it and it was 10 out of 10! So creamy, filled with yummy clams, potatoes, and dreams! You Must get the chowder! He also had the Cuban Sandwich and it was also THE BEST! I could go on but this is our kind of place. Humble, mom and pop turning out awesome delicious food in a clean cozy unassuming venue! read more

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DON'T BLINK OR YOU'LL Pass it! (And you definitely don't want to do that.) Soooo much talent in a mom-n-pop shop. Please don't judge a book by its cover...this place is in a place just shy of ghetto LB. Eat in! or on thier little outdoor patio. Red!...yes RED Chilaquiles - Get the Chicken added...black beans AMAZING with a fried egg on top! WOW! So beautiful too! Had the Cuaban Pork Sandwich too....OH MY GOSH! Marinated pull apart pork...with little crispy ends, Melted cheese all over...tangy pickle/mustard combo on a ciabatta bun..cut into TWO *enough to share!!! OH, OH, OH, I want to try somthing more! I'll be back for the mussels an the short-ribs very soon! read more

Black Pork is a small restaurant that is located on the side of a busy street in West Long Beach. Yelpers brought me here with their photos and reviews flaunting the stellar portions of meat. The value for the meat is pretty fair. For today's visit I had the Guacamole con Puerco ($12.50). The guacamole is nicely balanced with citrus, onions, and serranos. I like that it's topped with pork rinds and thin pork belly. I did have more guac than I could eat with the toppings - I ate my leftovers with my entree. I should have bought some extra tortilla chips for $2.50, but it was not recommended to me as an option. For the main course, I went with their pork belly skewers ($17.50). You can't tell in the pictures, but the pork belly servings are MASSIVE. I chose it with mashed potatoes on the side. The pork is cooked nicely; however, I should have ordered it with rice to balance out the fattiness of the pork. I purchased a side of rice and brought my leftovers home to eat it this way for lunch. I didn't see their specials listed inside the restaurant, but I saw another patron eating a huge steak. When I looked at their website, I saw it listed online as a special. Their steaks look impressively huge, and I would have considered it if I knew that they were serving it. I really like the meats that are offered here. I think sandwiches and apps sound tasty/balanced here and it's probably the best way to eat their delicious meats. I think their entree-sized meats are generous, but I think that they could be better balanced with acid/spice/carbs/herbs to elevate it to a five-star level. I also wish I could have had a beer, but my mexican coke was fine! Other yelpers are correct: it's not the best neighborhood and you'll have to find street parking. It's counter service. You order as you enter, and they deliver your plates to your table. You could also order online for pickup orders. The restaurant is small and there are about 5-6 tables and bar seating. Overall, I think that is a small business that's worth supporting! Next time I come by here, I'll probably get some of their sandwiches to go! Their black cheese fried burger certainly looks epic. read more

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Black Pork is a hidden gem that is helmed by Luis and Vero, two of the kindest, most welcoming, most generous and most talented people I have ever met. I still remember the very first time we went there. We heard about this new, tiny place with really great food. So one Friday, we went in and ordered food to go. We started chatting with them, and were made to feel so comfortable and welcome that we decided to order appetizers while waiting for our Korean BBQ and pork belly. We had their mussels, crispy seafood and empanadas. All were stellar, and served in such great portions that we left full and happy knowing we had Saturday brunch in the (literal) bag. Fast forward through months of us going back with friends and family in tow, many, many times. Every single time, anyone and everyone we brought there were wowed. From their beautifully crafted (and massive) burgers and exceptional fries to the best Cubano sandwich (per Brentwood food snob relative), to the impressive salads, to the chowder, to their famous puerco con guacamole, to the most magnificently decadent yet balanced French toast and smoothies (the healthy green ones assuage my pork overload guilt often) ... everything is chef's kiss worthy. All from just two people ... they are the front and back of house, the cook, the dishwasher, the barista, the cashier and the cleanup crew. As owners of a small business who sometimes feel overworked despite having nine employees, we are always in awe of Luis and Vero: To be able to prep, cook, serve so much deliciousness with so much love ... these two are magicians, saints and superheroes. And also exceptional human beings. They outshine some of the Michelin-starred restaurants we have been to, so it may just be a matter of time before they earn their own! read more

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Stopped by when I saw parking after a soccer game. We had heard the raves on the Long Beach Food Scene and wanted to check it out for ourselves. We had the pork empanadas! Yum! They were crispy and jam packed with meat and sabor! We also had their bbq ribs and pork belly skewers with mashed potatoes. The mashers were beautiful! I am not sure what is in them, but we fought on who was getting the last scoop. The pork belly skewers were generous in size and flavor. A bit too spicy for my kids, but the mashers helped but out some of the heat. The bbq ribs were great! The sauce was thick and complemented the tenderness of the ribs. They were out of Mac and cheese balls, I would love to come back to try them, and perhaps get some more of those empana read more

Black Pork - BBQ ribs in the center and the mashed potatoes we fought over front right. - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

Food After the absolutely stellar word of mouth from this place, including an Eater article in the works, I had high expectations and wanted to try a handful of options. Everything started off strong but had diminishing returns. Mango Passionfruit Tea - A bit pricey, but I was incredibly impressed with this balanced, tropical tea that had flavor linger gently in my mouth for minutes before the first food arrived. 4.8/5 Pork Belly Taco - Perhaps they got my order wrong but was this a carnitas taco? Pulled pork with an excellent smokey flavor, but clearly dry, lean meat that seemed like it was sitting in a steam tray all day that eventually ran out of water. The toppings and sauce it came with were excellent. Overall, I will give the meat a pass because I did show up an hour before closing. But is this really pork belly? 4.4/5 Chorizo Empanada - Very flavorful and balanced filling, could use a touch more and depth of flavor. Pretty heavy. Chimi was solid. 4.5/5 Burger - I have pretty high standards for burgers, and this one was more visually stunning than flavorful. It just tasted a bit one note despite having an array of toppings. No sauce on the bottom bun helped the structure and freshness but hindered the flavor. Not a fan of the pickles jumbled up on the top either. 3.5/5 Fries - Very flavorful seasoned fries that were crispy and hot. They seemed like they were from a frozen bag as opposed to fresh cut. 4.4/5 Porchetta - A heavy, over-seasoned dish with overrated, clumpy, and salty mashed potatoes. The meat was fatty and had a nice fresh undertone via the fruit garnish, but it was not enough to cut through the fat. 3/5 Flourless chocolate cake - A dense cake that had a strong first bite, but it was a symbol of the meal - visually sharp presentation and strong first impression but wavering appeal. The dipping sauces were mostly just alright and a tad sweet. 3/5 Service I did point out I arrived about an hour before closing and ended up being one of the last customers. As someone who has years of experience in the front and back of the house, I completely understand the frustration at the end of a day where you just want to go home, and I felt that from the service. I think I was polite myself, but was taken aback from the light frustrated tone in the owner's voice when I had to ask many times in different ways what she recommended. She did finally arrive at a few, but it felt like pulling teeth. I do understand, it does depend on what I like - however, I am asking you for your expertise. When I was asked for recommendations as a Server, I had them ready to go immediately. It's essentially what your go-to foods are. I am open for flavor of all kinds. The service improved after that, but after having stellar service at other mom and pop restaurants lately, this was more like I was dining at Popeyes, not a highly-rated, potentially viral restaurant. 2.8/5 Atmosphere This place confused me. It had a very clean, airy and green modern vibe mixed with an old country minimalist servicescape... combined with a blaring window ac unit and bluetooth speaker playing music too loud, along with the classic occasional commercial that sucks you out of a dining experience. 2.5/5 Overall I was not expecting my meal here to peak after my first sip of that delicious Mango Passionfruit tea but here we are. 3/5 read more

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Parking : it's a busy street on Willow street so definitely score street parking that's about 4 minute walking distance. Amenities: super clean and dark theme hence the name Black Pork! Host was out and about making sure the fly doesn't get into the restaurant and shooing it away from the black net entrance. Food: we ordered the pork belly and baby back ribs with mash potatoes. Pork belly is on the saltier side but it goes well with potatoes. The beet salad was refreshing !! The ribs. To DIE for. Would be back for takeout. Love that the place use the latest accounting checkout device read more

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This is a must try place. It doesn't look much in the outside. But in the inside it's really cute. The food and service was very good as well. read more

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When I say amazing... I mean AMAZING!!! The food, the customer service the ambiance... amazing! The attention to detail and to the customer experience is exceptional. The food is a 5 star experience. Blown away by this couple and this hidden gem. Cannot wait to go back! Not pictured* Empanadas which was divine and the clam chowder that blows anyone out of the water. read more

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This place is good, unfortunately not great. Ordered the Korean bbq ribs and maybe just our plate but we felt it had too much fatty skin on it. Taste was good, I enjoyed the empanadas and guacamole with bacon a lot more. The place is super small with little seating so if in a large group, it may not be suitable for that. Staff was really nice though and good came out fairly quick. read more

Black Pork - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

Oh wow, Black Pork was very very good. I've been seeing photos on social media and have wanted to try this for a while now. My mollejas taco was so tasty, and the chicken on the chicken nachos was also so tender and juicy. My wife said the same about her chicken sandwich. The owner is very nice too. She came by to check on us and chat for a short bit. We said we would come again and she told us that they constantly have specials depending on what fresh fish or meats they get. I definitely want to come back for dinner and try their short ribs or asada. read more

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Luis Mendiola is my new favorite chef! We heard about Black Pork through Long Beach Food Scene and came for dinner a few times. The Korean barbeque and braised short ribs are outstanding, but my very favorites are the porchetta and empanadas. There is such attention to detail; even the french fries are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. We had a holiday gathering last week and we decided to cater from Black Pork. The food elevated the party! Veronica was so easy to work with and guided me through the process of what I should order and how to reheat to basically present to food at its best. I was going to post a photo, but the food went too quickly! read more

This section of downtown Long Beach is not exactly the place I would be looking for the #1 best burger in the nation. This sad neighborhood is, at best, post-WWII scruffy and run-down. Parking is sparse, you will likely need to find parking on side streets. There is nothing else here to attract the masses. But by golly, I think I have found the ultimate burger right here. And the rest of their short menu is just as appealing. My advice? I would NEVER allow outside appearances to keep you from venturing here. This is a little jewel. Every inch is adorable, fresh, clean, witty, and welcoming. The interior is tiny, able to squeeze in 22 guests. Starting with being greeted by a 4' pig statue at the front door, the theme throughout is piggies and industrial modern decor. The kitchen is glassed in so you can watch the delightful, diligent husband and wife team, Luis and Veronica, at work. He cooks, she serves, cleans, and manages the cash register where you must order and pay. She also did the wonderful decor. The final touch is the relaxing, classy, soft jazz in the background. First came the Guacamole con Puerco- slices of pork belly and crisp, light chicharrones topping a bowl of fresh, lightly spicy guacamole. Wonderful in every way. So outstanding were the pork belly slices, their pork belly skewer needs to be on our next meal list. But today, after seeing the photos of the Black Fried Cheese Burger, I had eyes for nothing else. It started with a House-made black brioche bun. It's distinctive color is from black squid ink. The bread was so soft and moist, and topped with toasted sesame seeds. Delicious all on its own. Then came the inner layers - mayo, lettuce, tomato, red onion, a thick patty made of well aged beef (1/2 lb ?), melty sharp Cheddar chunks, a couple slices of thick bacon, fresh chimichurri sauce, a slab of breaded, fried yellow cheese, and dill pickle slices, all skewered together, looking like a leaning tower of Pisa. It arrived quickly. I was startled into the reality that there was no way I was going to get my mouth around this showcase burger, so my fork rescued me from humiliation and I dived in. I only made it about 1/3 of the way in and had to cry "Uncle!". Basically, that means 2 more heavenly meals on the horizon for me. Oh lordy! Mr. B has never met a braised Short Rib meal he could pass by. This and a pile of mashed potatoes, surrounded by a mellow, well seasoned, brown gravy, were his reward. Very tender and moist, this was a huge serving that was also destined for glory as leftovers. (But frankly my dear, my burger was better!) His final indulgence was a Coconut Mango smoothie, big and luscious, and not overly sweet. They have multiple flavors to choose from. At this point, I knew I needed to make up excuses to return to this area. This is a 45 mile drive on nasty freeways for us, but who cares. So much to try, and that includes one of the most amazing looking Cuban sandwiches I have ever seen that went to a smiling face at another table. Really! They have been open just 6 months. Prices are very reasonable. Let's give them a great big Yelp welcome! read more

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Came to lunch here with my friends for the beef sandwhich so good and portion was generous ! The prices were great and the food was delicious. Need to come back and do dinner here service was great and the lady was so sweet! read more

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Good clam chowder. Husband ordered bbq ribs. HUGE. Friendly owners and big portions. Not big on ambiance, but clean and pleasant.

The food here is Amazing!!!. Anytime you are visiting Long Beach, I recommend you stop here and try the food. read more

Black Pork - The Cuban looks delicious. Portos has nothing on this. - American Near Me - Long Beach , California

I love this place! I love these people! I love this food! There is not one thing on the menu or of the incredible specials that I do not absolutely love. Do you see the theme with this review yet? The secret is love. Also, knowing how to turn every dish into magic with sheer culinary expertise and badassery. If I could give more stars, I would! read more

I always passed by and today was to the day try it! I'm not really a big pork fan but saw they have other items on the menu. So i opt for the korean BBQ with mash potatos and rice. They give you nice pieces of short ribs. The mash was very good and the rice was also solid! Customer service was good and the inside seating area are nice and cosy They have everything from tacos, fish, shrimp, burgers and other sandwiches. I would definitely come back again and try other items on the menu as it is pretty big.. Come by and try this place! Lots of good options and desserts! Food Rating Korean BBQ Meal with mash and rice 9.0/10 read more

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Once again BLACK PORK didn't disappoint!!! We ordered the Korean bbq and BBQ Pork! Omg my pork was amazing and when I tell you FALL OFF THE BONE!! Wow.. I want it again and again... on the side we had the amazing mashed potatoes.. a must try. The service is amazing as always The ambiance is immaculate Love this place!! read more

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Is this the Chez Paul? No. But, for a small family owned restaurant this place might as well be. It's small, with a lot of heart. It's got elegant music in the front with the sounds of the football game on the TV in the back. It's the real Chinaware and real silverware that make the difference. I've said it a thousand times in this business, pay attention to the small things and the big things won't happen. This couple gets it. It small things. But yet add up. And that's what it's all about here. They serve a fabulous product with confidence and enthusiasm. This is the very essence of gourmet cooking. It's alive and well in this gem. My hats are off to you. What a remarkable experience. From start to finish. Speaking of which. They have this amazing blend of casual and proper. Their menu is presented in a leather bound album. Each page typed by hand. A very nice touch. The prices in pencil. Also, someone paying attention to the market prices. A very good sign. Behind the plexiglass booth the woman takes my order. I pay and we sit. The seats are different. But in a good way. They have a very nice water dispenser with filtered water that was frozen and melted. You can taste the electrolytes in the water. It's very refreshing though. We are started with a bowl of New England Clam Chowder. This is clearly hand made soup. From the single clam shell and the rough cut potatoes this is a rugged, hearty soup. It has the perfect balance of cream, thyme and salt. It's not overly thickened and not broken at all. It has a generous amount of chopped baby clams which are tender and sweet. This soup is a statement. A damn strong one at that! And don't think I didn't notice your use of the white pepper. Very slightly overused, but, the aggressive use gave it a unique burn at the end which was also refreshing. It's a surprising start to a meal filled with amazing dishes! And a very nice touch to a meal that was unexpected but very much appreciated. From there we moved into the appetizers. I ordered the Guacamole with Puerco. Michelle ordered the tostada. Both of these dishes were esquisite. The guacamole was made fresh with nice chunks of avocado and fresh cilantro. It has a little bit of a kick (for a very white guy) but it is so very nice. It comes with four pieces of slow roasted thick cut pork belly. And some home made chicharrones. Which were melt in your mouth perfection. Not at all greasy. I'd almost think they were air fried they were so light and wispful. The tostada was delicious! On to the main dish. Michelle ordered the Beet Salad. I ordered the BBQ ribs. The beet salad was incredible with heirloom tomatoes, goat cheese and an arugula salad tossed on top. A masterpiece! This is a dish I used to serve in my restaurants and I couldn't do it any better myself. Honestly, very well done. The ribs were very good, but, were a bit dry. The BBQ sauce definitely added the missing moisture from the meat itself. And please understand I am being extremely tough on you right now. Most places would kill to have ribs as good as yours. But, I know it can be better. I've done it myself. But... so close and for none of the work on my end, this is such a big win! It came with a bacon mashed potatoes with just the right amount of cheese and sour cream. It paired with the ribs perfectly. Being a retired award winning chef myself, it's places just like this that give me such hope for the culinary future. It's original. It's professionally and competently made and presented and the taste... it's all about the taste, the texture, the feel... and here. It's all in the black! It's so damn good! Seriously. You guys are my new favorite spot. Wherever you are. The drive is worth it. The sketchy neighborhood is worth it. The shit parking is worth it. It's located between two dive bars... worth it! If you pray at the church of flavor. You have a new Cathedral to celebrate! This place absolutely DELIVERS! read more

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I kept reading about this place, and when I was on in the west side of Long Beach, decided to give it a try, and I gotta say it was excellent. It had the wow factor I don't think they're tacos have any competition because they're very unique. I finished off the fish taco before I could take pictures of it. Excellent, in all categories, I will be back read more

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First time here, had their amazing pork belly and smashed potatoes, really different flavor profiles but some of the best pork belly I've had. Will be back to try other menu items, great staff. read more

Great spot!! We loved everything we ordered. The ribs were really meaty and the bbq sauce was homemade and delicious. The smoked chicken salad was tasty with chicken from their smoker, although I was finding some skin which I would recommend they remove. The pork taco was very meaty with nice crisp on the edges. Looking forward to returning to try other things. read more

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Female owner is rude af...I called place an order she didn't pick-up called from a different phone she picked up...her excuse she was busy with customer/mind you my company and I give them alot of business ...another time I wanted to dine inside ,she asked me to move three tables down because she had a party of 4! Chef is friendly but she is horrible! read more