Tres chic store. Such attention to detail on decor and collection. Tons of stylish jeans and outer wear. Myriad of accessories. read more

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Great. I brought my denim in for hemming. It's a little bit of a hike. They were ready to go, and I was going to pick them up. But I thought maybe I should just give them a call and see if they can ship it out to me since it's 30 min each way at least for me. and they did with the flat rate shipping and they were very nice.. read more

It's been a while since I last reviewed ButterScotch LBC, I think my last review was in 2020. So I'm long over due for an update. I've still been coming in to the shop about 2 to 5 times a year on average since about 2018. In fact I own all but 1 of their motel anniversary key chains at this point. I still think it's a great store, and Tommy's aesthetic and eye for detail (on the decor and hand-picked items, and colabs) is far above any other men's moto-centric fashion retailers out there. That's what makes this update hard; the main issue I currently encounter with the shop is on the customer service side. I'm likely a bit bias here as I've worked on the service side with multi-billion dollar companies for a couple of decades now and have high expectations, which I even put on myself but I don't believe they're at all unreasonable, considering the cost of the items that are sold at the shop. I'll start with a few months ago; I reached out to the ButterScotch LBC instagram account via DM (which I've done in the past without issue) and ask if they'll be stocking a new item (gloves) from a retailer which I know they've sold in the past/currently, someone reads my message (confirmed via instagram 'read/seen' verifiction) but I get zero response back from them to confirm/deny if they'll be having said item in stock...Fine, no biggie maybe someone forgot to reply, I count it as a miss on there end. Fast forward to today, I stop by at the shop at 1:10PM after about a 40-mile group ride with friends, and I was excited to introduce my riding buddies to the shop. After circling for parking (which is pretty difficult btw) I see the lights all off in the shop and the bars on the front door. Odd because I checked the site and instagram profile, and it says they are open from 1p-5p on Sundays. I also checked the stories to make sure I didn't miss any news updates about closure today, and nada. My assumption is Tommy or one of his workers is running behind on opening the shop. Not a biggie we continue the ride with my friends to BA Moto to meet up for an event and I tell them not to worry I'll DM the shop and see if maybe they're just opening later today. I messaged the shop 20 minutes later and ask if they'd be open later instead or at all today so we could swing by on the way back from our ride, and once again the message is shown as 'read/seen' but no sign of life nor response. So I had to tell my friends that I'm assuming the stores closed for the day, and we can't stop by, total missed opportunity for some new customers. So here's my dilemma, in the past I've corresponded with Tommy directly via instagram DM with zero issues, now I'm not getting any response and I'm not sure if it's because they don't like to use instagram messaging as a means of communication now if they simply don't want my buisness any more (if that's the case it's totally fine) it's just a really odd customer service experience regardless. At this point, I'd give the unqiue clothing/items a 4 out of 5, the shop decor a 4 out of ,5 and then customer service a 2 out of 5 so they land currently at a 3 out of 5 overall for me at the moment. For what it's worth, I do hope to update this to a better review at some point if the situation can ever be clarified for me. read more

Very nice shop with high quality apparel. The store is very nicely laid out and the aesthetic is fantastic. They carry amazing Japanese denim jeans along with a lot of riding apparel. The owner and the other gentleman were fantastic. They answered all my questions and were very knowledgeable on the items they carried. Everything was priced great and I picked up a few items that I haven't seen other shops carry. Stop by and take a look! read more

I've had my jeans hemmed here twice now and quality of the work is as good as you'll find from the factory. After my last visit, my brother brought up repairs and was told that they were looking to offer it. Well I'm here to tell you that glorious day has arrived! Can't comment on speed/turnaround time as it's still new so not that many jeans were in the repair queue but either way, quality can't be rushed. I needed a crotch repair and a cuff repair, price is on par with other places I've been to without the longer drive or mailing it in so the convenience is where it's at. Even though I believe they'll be offering a mail in repair so fear not non socal residents. I don't really have a preferred method on denim repair, they sort of just do the job and it's what is necessary to keep the jeans going but I was pleasantly surprised with the method Butterscotch used. The reinforced backing is a soft felt like material so it won't create a pressure point. The pressure points just causes a tear as soon as the stitching stops so it creates a vicious cycle of repairing the repair -_- I'm super stoked with the work I got and have no doubt it will hold up for years! When I come back for my next repair job, it will be because of another tear that develops, it certainly won't be because of the quality of this job. Thanks again Butterscotch! read more

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If you are searching for a new pair of jeans this is the location, you need to go to. Owner is super knowledgeable, and really helpful. Talked to him about the style I was looking for and he picked out a pair that would work for me. I'm still breaking them in but have so far only gotten compliments on the jeans. The shop is crazy cool too, I want to come back and buy one of their sweaters and wool socks. read more

Cool spot. Got my first pair of quality jeans here. Good costumer service. The Owner is chill. Get you a pair of jeans that will last you a long ass time you won't regret it worth every penny! read more

I'm a simple man. But as a simple man, it isn't hard to see a great eye for fashion when it's accumulated and put into one place. Left butterscotch and the LBC looking and feeling cooler than I ever had in the 55 years of my life. No, I am not cool enough to wear all this stuff but at the next family function when the kids show up they're all gonna be asking me where I got my threads. And as a father of three grown ass kids, I'm looking forward to that day thank you to everyone down to Butterscotch for hooking it up and I look forward to coming back and adding to my ensemble. read more

If you need modern Americana wear or a great pair of boots, this place is a must to check out. Walked in looking for raw denim jeans and the guy working helped me out by answering all my questions. Th shop is clean and well organized. I'll be coming back for a good pair of boots next! read more

I've bought from Butterscotch before and already wanted to like the store. The store has a unique and varied selection of clothes, and their prices aren't any more expensive than other places in the US. So why is this a 1 star review? It's 100% because of Tommy, the business owner. tldr; I was polite when I walked in the store, felt unwelcome by his question--then when I tried giving him constructive feedback, he didn't listen. During my last visit, I wanted to try on Vanson leather jackets in-person to see how they actually fit vs. only comparing measurements online. I went in, and Tommy was talking to someone that seemed important, so I didn't want to bother him. He actually offered to help though, and to be polite, I asked him first if I could try on one of the jackets, and he said yes. I took a few minutes to look at the details, then tried some jackets on. I found my size, took a mirror selfie, then zipped it up and put it back nicer than I had found it on the wall. I also took a picture of the size tag, so I could look back at both pictures for later reference. Tommy then asked me, "Any reason why you took a picture of that jacket?" Felt weird, felt accusatory, but I said I was getting a picture to see how it fits. In my head, maybe he thought I was trying to steal this design, because it was one that he had worked on with Vanson to produce, so I said "I'm not trying to steal your stuff." I told him what my actual job was, he pointed finger guns at me, and we both laughed awkwardly--like a bad first date! Shortly after, I told him thanks, take care, and then left. When I got home, I decided to message him privately and give him honest feedback, because a good business owner would be receptive to constructive criticism, right? Surely, they would be mature and not try to publicly shame a customer because of 'improper etiquette', right? Well, I messaged him the following (screenshot below): "Hey Tommy, my name is Ben. I was in the shop earlier to check out the Vanson commando. I understand you're worried about people stealing designs, but the way you asked me why I took a picture of the jacket made me feel unwelcome and judged. Wanted to let you know, you can take it or leave it." Maybe it was a sign from God himself telling me to take up religion, because clearly I misplaced my faith in Tommy. He screenshotted my private message, put it on his public story for everyone to see, and wrote the caption: "Ask any shop owner or any higher end store, if you walk into a store and start taking photos of product they will ask you to either leave and/or delete it. It is not OK to take photos of products in shops without permission. I will stand behind that. Don't be like this guy, try to shame me after you got called out and questioned. F*ck no." He even went out of his way to tag my instagram handle on the actual story--what kind of petty man-child does that? Maybe he just get kicks from publicly shaming the town idiot for poor manners. But in all seriousness, this attitude loses a lot of dedicated customers (returning or prospective) from going out of their way to Long Beach to see the store. Anywhooser if you want to actually talk to me like a real adult, then you know where to message me Tommy. read more

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I walked into Butterscotch looking for a pair of N&F denim and the guys working were knowledgeable and helpful in finding me a pair. I appreciate having a physical storefront around since sizing raw denim can be a mess. Prices are more or less what you would find online, but having the in-person customer experience and ability to try them on is always a plus. Thanks guys! read more

Great store with knowledgeable and helpful staff Excellent selection of raw denim. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

We love shopping here and supporting this small business. The owner is pretty cool, the last time we stopped in it was to return a birthday gift, we somehow managed to get dog hair on the black sweatshirt (we still feel terrible) he was annoyed just like he should be but he got his sticky roller out, removed the hair and took it back. I can't imagine what he deals with on a daily basis coming in and out of that store but I really appreciate him working with us. Also they have a rad collection of clothes you can't find many places, and overall just like the vibe they have going on there. My cousin Charlie comes all the way from Atlanta to shop here, he's so particular about what he wears. read more

We had a great time here. Tommy went above and beyond to answer my questions about selvage denim - humoring my ignorance while pulling all sorts of sizes and fits for me to try on - while also going pretty deep into the current state of the MTO boot industry, which was honestly pretty fascinating (while I tramped around in his various runs of shop-exclusive boots). Basically, as deep as you wanna get, Tommy will oblige, and it's refreshing to actually get 1-on-1 time from the face behind the brand/shop. He also was kind enough to pull a shot of espresso for my wife while she chased our 2 year old around the shop to prevent him from grabbing every beanie and hat in sight - it's those little things that make a big difference. We'll be back! read more

Came here initially to buy a pair of stepney workers club. Didn't have our size which is totally understandable but the person that was working here was totally rude and gave attitude anytime we asked to try on a shoe. The biggest letdown was the use of curse words when my child asked him questions. He replied with "yeah we don't have sh*t in that size man. Come back in two weeks *dead cold stare*". read more

Impressive Jean selection! Love the fact that I can find top quality brands without having to drive all the way to LA and dealing with all the nonsense a trek to LA entails. The place also has a decent selection of leather jackets and boots. Style leaning more towards what a motorcycle enthusiast would enjoy. Highly recommend for those who are tired of buying jeans that don't last and really seeking to appreciate and purchase items of quality and craftsmanship. read more

Wow - I'm impressed by ButterScotch LBC. I ordered a Stetson Hat on Monday. It arrived on Wednesday of the same week. I. Live. In. Brooklyn. Off the customer service and care alone, I'm going to continue buying from you guys. The note, sticker and key chain was a nice touch. Couldn't be happier with the outcome. Ya'll got a customer for life. Chris read more

ButterScotch LBC - Men's Clothing Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Was it worth the drive from south OC? Yes! This is my kind of store. High quality goods and top notch denim. I have been looking for a store like this in SoCal and I'm glad I found it. I received great customer service and help in store and have since ordered online and received the same with fast shipping. I highly recommend to those who are looking for the best quality. This is my new favorite spot for clothes. read more

I absolutely love this store, I've come in on a number of occasions, bought boots, jackets and jeans. The owner Tommy is very knowledgeable on all the products he carries and how to care for them. Raw denim, leather boots and jackets you name it he can tell you about it. You get what you pay for at butterscotch, great high quality clothing that will last a lifetime. I became a nerd when it comes to denim and boots so it was amazing to find a local business with an owner who's as passionate about the same stuff as me. Not only Tommy but other staff have helped me in the past and have had great support with finding the right fit or cleaning and conditioning boots. If you like quality men's wear I couldn't recommend this store enough read more

Never been cursed out by a business, until now. I had ordered a pair of Oak Street Bootmakers collaboration boots online and when they arrived 3 days later, I was sent the oxford version. Basically, a shoe instead of a boot. As I own over 25 pairs of boots, I didn't realize the boot I ordered was very close in configuration to a boot I already have. At this point I figured I could just return the oxfords and cancel the order. Contacted to store by phone and was transferred to someone named Tommy who I assume was the manager. I attempted to explain the situation again as the person I spoke to prior to being transferred didn't seem to have relayed the information accurately. It was at this point that Tommy, already sounding very agitated, proceeded to tell me that I do not need to correct his understanding of the situation. I said yes, I do because you are explaining the difference between the boot I ordered and some other boot when I didn't receive a boot at all. That's when the profanity started. "How is it his fault that I ordered the wrong fucking boot". "I know you didn't revive the fucking boot, I said I would send you a fucking label". I asked him why he was getting so upset over a simple issue but had to get off the phone as he was totally unwilling to be respectful and calm about the issue. I never raised my voice, lost my temper, or spoke to them disrespectfully so I really don't know why this individual thought it was appropriate to speak to me in this fashion. I can't begin to explain how unexpected and unprofessional this interaction was. Never again. This operation deserves ZERO stars. read more

Came in today and picked up some boots and jeans. Awesome shop with a ton of really high quality items. The owner helped answer all of my questions and was extremely helpful. Love this place and I'll definitely be coming back when my wallet recovers. read more

I had a great experience ordering online. The owner held up turning in his pre-order list just for me for the Vanson-Butterscotch "Team Jacket". He gave good advice re: sizing and was patient with my questions. The jacket came in last week. WOW...blown away at the quality and kind of stunned by the great price. It fits like a glove and will just get better as it breaks in. Will have to visit the store in person sometime to check it out. A+ experience. read more

ButterScotch LBC - Men's Clothing Near Me - Long Beach, California

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I want to love this shop. I like their product, and want to support the business, but I can't anymore. Every time I walk in Tommy the owner is there, and I'm friendly and engaging toward him, unfortunately he is always the opposite. Doesn't even make eye contact, says whatup when you walk in, while looking at his computer or phone, like you walked into his living room and wonder why the f*** you're there. Passive aggressive attitude the whole time you're there. Very too cool for school, and the ego he portrays just makes it's uncomfortable to shop. I want to so bad try to enjoy their product and be a supporter of the shop, but I'm done with the uncomfortableness. He makes it feel like a private club that you're not in, opposed to welcoming and invite. Take your money elsewhere. read more

Excellent selection of raw denim, Tommy was super helpful in navigating all the choices. The atmosphere of the shop is very cool and the neighborhood is amazing. They even gave me a nitro cold brew to keep the energy flowing!! A+ experience - definitely recommend! read more

Butterscotch is stocked full of items with a purpose. Tommy doesn't bring anything into the shop that he can't guarantee. I've picked up shop shirts, a leather jacket, and a motorcycle helmet; and I'm blown away by the details on every piece I buy from here. Also, the coffee bar and cold brews are always a plus. read more

Went there to get my first pair of raw denim jeans and couldn't be happier. Tommy was very helpful and got me hooked up with a pair of naked and famous jeans. This is a great store with a fantastic owner and I'll be back for sure! read more

This place is great. They were able to accommodate me at closing hours and get me situated with everything I needed! Friendly and helpful staff, would definitely be coming back here and recommending it to others. read more

HANDS DOWN the BEST denim store in SoCal PERIOD!! I seriously challenge anyone to find a better store with more knowledgeable staff!! Tommy's knowledge is Fkn incredible. Dude can just look at you and instantly tell you what will work for you lol, it's a gift! I spent at least an hour in his shop and him and Jose helped me out with all of my questions...(I tried my best to not be annoying) I bought three pairs of jeans and a Naked and Famous shirt and Tommy assisted me and informed me what size in each brand would probably fit me best and he was 100% spot on. I will forever be a customer here and only buy my denim from Butterscotch....no bullshit the inventory to chose from is insane!! From Nudie Jeans to Momotaro to Naked and famous etc, Tommy stocks the latest and classic styles. His eye for fashion absolutely helps out his customers AND his inventory!!! Great job fellas, I HIGHLY recommend ANYONE that's looking to get into the denim game or even an old school denim head looking for a new shop to check out Butterscotch Long Beach!!! read more

Awesome little shop. The guy working was super friendly and helpful. We talked bikes and moto gear. Good selection of Atwyld clothing which is what I was specifically looking for. Higher end brands. Will definitely be back. read more

Great local spot for your denim needs. Support these folks. Thanks for the help today.

I'd been needing a new pair of sneakers for a while and a friend had mentioned how much she loves her PF Flyers. I wanted to support someone local right now during the pandemic and found I could get them here. I've known of the shop for a while now, great place in the neighborhood to pop in for an amazing coffee and he's got a stellar selection for both men AND women. Honestly its been out of my budget to shop here but these shoes were like a steal! I was going to get 2 pair but wasn't sure how they'd fit etc. I lucked out on being able to cruise by and pick up an online order. And maaaannn, these shoes!!!!!! Solid construction and sooo comfortable!! I def have to go back for a second pair. I picked up a few other things: a nice lapel pin, pack of lil graph paper books that are perfect for designing on the go, also a black on black trucker hat to match the shoes! As for my shopping experience? Seamless: ordered online, notified a few hours later for pickup. Easy peasy! Tommy is good people, courteous, honest and he knows his product because he lives it. He will outfit you like you're family. Def highly recommended!! read more

Went in to the shop yesterday! Super dope! The owner Tommy was helpful and has awesome gear that ranges from denim, tees, etc. Highly recommend shopping here and supporting your local businesses!!! read more

Good stuff! Stumbled upon this shop while exploring downtown Long Beach and all the artsy murals and fun shops. Love the unique smells of candles and good quality tees. Tommy the shop owner also gave good tips on what's around and where to eat. Good experience here read more

It's nice to support small businesses, especially if they're run by moto enthusiasts. Rode down to LB from Silver Lake to check out some asphalt resistant jeans...what I found was a thoughtfully curated shop with a friendly and helpful owner. Tommy stocks tons of unique and difficult to find denim, leather, tees, and accessories. Also, one of the few who caters to female riders, nice. I Left with a great fitting pair of raw Japanese selvedge jeans woven with 10% Kevlar and will definitely return. Highly recommended read more

This store is cool AF. The prices aren't cheap, but you can feel the quality in every item. This store is definitely going to be in my rotation! read more

Tommy is extremely knowledgeable about the stuff he sells. From our conversation it's clear that he personally selects all the products that are in stock and know them all inside out. Awesome customer service. The shop sells only made in USA and Japan goods and even carries some exclusive garments. Happy to support a great local business like this one. ButterScotch also carries Atwyld line for women which I believe they are the only dealer for the brand in California. read more

This place blew mind with its creativity and products. The owner has much knowledge and so involved with his customers having a great experience. Tell your friends about this place...I know I will. read more

Great selection of high end motorcycle brands, welcoming atmosphere, and knowledgeable staff.

Butterscotch is tits! Jeans, shirting, outerwear, footwear, and accessories all domestically made. Hard to find brands like Vanson, Thorogood, and Left Field NYC make this a fantastic addition to Long Beach. read more

Can't speak for the brick and mortar location but the online store and customer service from Tommy is TOP NOTCH! I ordered the wrong size for my first ever pair of Momotaro's and he took care of everything and spoke with me on the phone to resolve the issue and figure out my correct size. Highly recommend and can't wait to purchase more. read more