This place rocked in so many ways! The weather was perfect to sit outside and we got there just when it opened and people were already waiting. There was a very nice waiter handling the busy morning, it would have probably been best to have 2 on a Sunday brunch morning. We ordered several dishes and had it family style. Here is how they ranked Beet salad 5+ perfection Breakfast pasta 5 creamy goodness Hanger hash 5 steak & eggs cooked to perfection Side of bacon 3 fatty and a bit too salty Omelette -1 dry as a bone and not as luxurious as one would think with caviar and bousin cheese accompanying it. Great place but definitely avoid the omelette! Bummer read more

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The food here 10/10 amazing flavors and nice service. The ambiance is cool, small spot so the outside seating is where it's at. a fun dinner if with a group of friends. Order a bunch of plates and pass them around. If the staff wants to seat people on the 2nd street side they should dress that area up a bit. It was dark and covered with leaves. They were trying to accommodate people by sitting them there after a quick set up with chairs however, no one was feeling it and opted to wait. Refusing to sit in that unprepared section. But, I'll give the staff an "A" for effort on that part. Oh, parking is horrible too. Not their fault just the area. I suggest uber to the spot or wear comfortable shoes for a walk. Definitely worth it. I'll go back for sure. Cheers! read more

I took my mom here for lunch Friday afternoon. The service was nice and the ambiance was very quiet. The pastas were delicious and very flavorful. I will definitely be back for dinner because I saw other pastas I really want to try. read more

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First time visit and we enjoyed the share plates we ordered The shrimp and melon was very unique different take on ceviche but great refreshing starter The lump crab with milk bread was my fave, Very very good. Wish it was a little larger portion lol but it's actually perfect to start The chittara pasta definitely tasty buttery The down side it has very minimal crab in it but even without it delicious and the right portion to share Beware the parking is very difficult so try to go during non peak times read more

Ellie's - Rose and Stella - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Wow! Finally got a chance to try this place. Last couple times we could NOT find parking, so their warning about walking or ridesharing here is very real. However, it's not too difficult to uber over from the rest of downtown for a few bucks. Safe to say I think it was definitely worth the price to rideshare over here. It's certainly a lowkey spot--on a weekday night it seemed not busy at all, but you'll see it get packed during the weekends. The ambience inside is super cute and great for a date night. Menu is pretty simple, but everything sounds good! The food all tasted super fresh and ingredients were high quality. I really liked the Winter Squash and the Malfadine--the pasta was cooked perfectly al dente and portion size was pretty decent for a restaurant of this type. The caesar was quite interesting, but don't expect your typical caesar salad dressing--it was on the more acidic side but almost refreshing in a way. Overall I thought prices were pretty reasonable for the quality of food and the great service. Their menu changes quite often so keep in mind the dishes in these reviews are often subject to change, but it does look like many things are menu staples. Getting here can be a little more effort, but definitely give it a try at least once to see if you'll be back! read more

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We were in town one night prior to leaving on a cruise. My wife picked out Ellie's based on reviews and we were really looking forward to a fine Italian dining experience. We had reservations, but still had to wait 30 minutes, which was a little surprising. But to their credit, it's a small restaurant and they can't help if people sit for a long time after their meal. We started with a Caesar salad salad and a baby beet salad. The baby beet salad was our favorite dish of the entire night. Great flavor and textures. I'm a big fan of Caesar salad salads and this was not one of the best. They put some type of spice on it that really detracted from it. It made it entirely too spicy to eat. I chose the Angel hair pasta, and my wife had the tagliatelle. The Angel hair was supposed to come with muscles clams and lobster. There was a total of five pieces of seafood in the entire pasta and they were all very small. Quite disappointing for a fine dining experience. The angel hair was also lacking enough seasoning. My wife liked her tagliatelle but also said she's had a lot better. We ended with the tiramisu which was good. Overall we were disappointed in what is touted as fine dining and comes with a higher end cost, but delivered a lot less. read more

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We went here to see if the service has improved. Unfortunately it's still the same. Food service took a long time! Food was okay, we felt that the food was too expensive for what you get. We got Tagliatelle $27 it came with a few pieces of cut shrimp and with some sort of sausage. Hard to tell cause it was just slivers of it. The Chicken Picatta $34 was a decent serving, but taste wise again just okay. The dessert was very disappointing! Wayyyyy too expensive, $14 for a small portion (as big as those package ones you get from 7/11) with whipped cream on top. When we went here a year ago it was the same issues. It took about 20 mins for each order to come out. Sad that no improvements have been made. read more

Amazing restaurant. Had the bread. FIRE. Cauliflower. FIRE. Shrimp and melon salad. Epic. Pasta... Like Italy Dessert was my favorite. Lite flavorful and like grandmas hugs. Highly recommend read more

Would not recommend, portion sizes are ridiculously small and ordered for pick up and when I got there they didn't have my order ready and gave me someone's else's order so I had to wait Even longer to get my order. Will not be back . I recommend Due fiori. That place has never disappointed. Worth the money. read more

food was pretty good for the price, as far as experience goes i wish it was a bit better. The lighting after the sun went down was not flattering, some hanging lights would be a great contribution to the environment! Staff was nice but our waiter was not super attentive, didn't ask if I wanted anything to drink aside from water, didn't ask for my main course so I will be surprised to see his choice i guess? update: he gave me the chicken, wasn't a huge fan of this, the sauce tasted similar to ketchup so it was basically just ketchup covered chicken :/ vegetarian section: my partner is vegetarian and emailed a week prior to our meal, she asked them about the vegetarian options for the prix-fix monday supper and we never heard back. Upon arrival we found that all the main courses are just substituted with cali flour. This wasn't a great option, but the cali flour itself was fine, just kinda sad that they didn't have a better option for vegetarians. after some thought, moved this down to a 2 star experience. read more

Possibly the best italian food I've had in a very long time. Every. Single. Dish. Was. Delicious. We ordered 2 tagliatelle dish to share between 3 people- but I practically had one whole dish to myself the brussel sprouts was perfectly crispy and cooked in bacon oil - NOT salty at all and the shrimp & melon salad. My goodness- SUCH A GREAT STARTER. It doesn't sound so great but when you take a bite, it's like eating a refreshing Mediterranean salad with an Italian twist to it. This restaurant will definitely be on my rotation from now on. They have really kind employees and the service is quite fast for a small restaurant. It gives that feeling of a "friendly neighborhood restaurant" with amazing food. You won't regret trying this spot. read more

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I met my friends at Ellie's for lunch on a Sunday . We were seated upon arrival. Our server was great and very funny. We ordered 4 dishes to share. They brought the chilaquiles first which were very tasty, then we had the shrimp and melon salad which was refreshing. Then we continue with the Ellie's omelette which was so far my favorite. It was so creamy and soft. My friends liked the fries. I normally don't eat fries therefore I have not much to say. We came here during The marathon weekend, however it was easy to find parking. read more

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I've been to Ellie's several times before, mostly for brunch, but our experience Friday evening was bad enough that I don't plan on returning. We arrived around 5ish p.m. for a table for two, and the inside dining room was unbearably hot. Customers were fanning themselves, staff were visibly sweating, and it was honestly miserable to sit there. I immediately asked if we could move outside or even wait for an outdoor table, but that wasn't really given to us as an option. Our server said there were two parties on the way and that maybe we could sit outside if we could eat and leave within about 45 minutes. I would have been happy to do that, but with how busy they were, I had no idea if that was realistic. Then my partner ordered a glass of wine that arrived genuinely hot. I could see the open wine bottles being stored inside the already scorching dining room without any cooling, so it made sense why. Our server was kind about replacing it with a newly opened bottle, although even that glass was only a little bit better. The worst part was the flies. I was literally using the menu to aggressively fan myself while also trying to keep flies away from our food, and they were still circling around, landing on our glasses and on our plates. We could see other tables dealing with the same thing. It was incredibly unpleasant and, for me, completely unacceptable. My bigger frustration is with management. On such a hot day, with staff and customers visibly uncomfortable and flies throughout the dining area, I don't understand why more wasn't done to make the space tolerable. Then there were all the smaller things on top of that. I finished my water and it was never refilled despite the heat, our table was very wobbly, and we were missing utensils. None of those things alone would have ruined a meal, but combined with the heat, hot wine and flies, it just added up to a really bad experience. Leaving a negative review is not something I wanted to do, especially to a local business, but I felt this experience needed to be flagged in the hope that these issues are addressed and future customers have a better experience. The food itself was okay, but for a meal that came close to $100 for two pasta dishes and one glass of wine, the overall experience was unacceptable. I've enjoyed Ellie's in the past, but this visit really changed how I feel about the restaurant and its management. read more

So my cuz is leaving g town and so we wanted to celebrate. They take reservations; have a great little patio and it's a quaint family owned place. We loved it! Definitely would return. read more

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We had an amazing dinner at Ellie's. Everything we ordered was fantastic. We had the oysters, scallops, bone marrow, and a beautiful pasta dish, and there really wasn't a miss. The food paired perfectly with the wine. We ordered a sparkling rosé from the restaurant and also brought our own bottle of red, which made for a great evening. The service was excellent as well, friendly, attentive, and added to the overall experience. We also really appreciated being able to bring our dog and enjoy dinner together out on the patio. Great food, great wine, great service, and a wonderful atmosphere. We'll definitely be back! read more

Ellie's - Oysters and scallops with a glass of sparkling rose. - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

Came before 4 when just the oyster menu was available...so glad it was because this food was amazing! The Ellie Burger was delicious with everything on it, even as a plain eater I loved the sauce. Fish and chips were light, crunchy, not too heavy - would come back again for just this. Excellent service, shout out to our server Giovanni, so nice! Great music outdoor seating with plenty of shade in this breeze...we could stay here all day! read more

Ellie's - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

My friend and I decided to check out Ellie's for their LBFS Week menu and were very disappointed. First of all, the online menu is pretty deceiving because it doesn't say that you can only choose 1 pasta per table, and it also doesn't state that if you choose the steak option, 2 people have to choose it together and get charged an extra $56 total. Anyways, we paid an extra $12 to be able to get both pasta options, in addition to an a la carte order of half a dozen oysters as well. The dinner started great. It took about 30 minutes for the bread and sweet potato to come out, but we enjoyed both dishes and were excited for what was to come. This was when everything went downhill. We ordered at around 7:30pm, and the pasta didn't come out until 8:40pm... and we had to check with our server for them to bring the pastas out. Despite all the raving reviews, the pastas were underwhelming. The sweet corn risotto did not have a hint of corn flavor, even though it was good. The mafaldine was... okay, tasted like any other average Italian place that I can find anywhere.... We patiently waited another 15 minutes, and our entrees finally came out at 8:57pm, which was a generous 3 minutes before their closing time, also 1.5 hours after the time we ordered..... The busser literally dropped off the check before the entrees even came out, and I had to tell her that our entrees hadn't come out yet The entree portions were insanely small, but it made sense for a $38 menu, so not a big deal. For a 1.5 hour wait, the entrees were also underwhelming and def not worth the wait. The best thing of the $200 meal was actually their free dessert, very yummy lol To me, the most baffling thing was that the whole night, no one from Ellie's ever acknowledged the insane wait. They all acted very normal, like it's just a normal process for them. If only they had said something along the lines of, "I'm so sorry for the long wait, the kitchen is so busy today", we wouldve felt a lot better about the experience. Both of us work in hospitality, so we understand that sometimes things don't go as planned, but their nonchalance left us with a sour note.... I was very excited to try Ellie's as I have seen them popping up on my Instagram for a while now, but after last night, I don't think I would ever be back. Not sure if this is the normal experience there read more

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So had this place saved for a while now. Then I played Golf with couple fellas I just met that day and they recommended it. I believe it was Jake or Jacob who told me and my friend about this place. So today was the day I had a day off and came down and had one of the best eats I had in a while. Service was very pleasant and efficient and we sat in the patio with shaded area and it happen to be a very nice day like it always or most days are in LBC . I will be back to try other items on the menu but what we had were 10/10 I will be back read more

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First time at Ellie's for brunch with my partner and we were immediately seated as it wasn't busy on a early Saturday afternoon. We chose indoor seating as it was a bit hot outdoors. However, outdoor seating is pretty ideal as well due to good amount of shade with umbrellas & heating lanterns on colder days. Parking is all around Ellie's but didn't see a dedicated lot for the restaurant. We parked in a nearby residential street and walked over. Most parking around is free with some parking that has parking meters. Service here is decent but not overly the best. Our server took our order pretty quickly but food took a bit to come out despite the restaurant not being busy. Staff didn't check in on our table throughout the entire brunch which was displeasing. 1. Breakfast Pasta - First dish that came out presentation is decent for this dish. However, it didn't seem any special from any other pastas around. While the truffle & breadcrumbs was a nice extra touch to the pasta to provide more crunch to the bite, the pasta felt a bit bland compared to other pastas I've had. Not the best, but not the worse either. 6/10 2. Shrimp & Melon Salad - This dish took me by surprise, super refreshing, a mouthful of flavors, and big portions. The shrimp mixed with the various melons is surprisingly a perfect match for a palate cleanser. Highly recommend as this is perfect for a hot day. 10/10 3. Bruschetta Benedict - The standout dish of the meal. The poached egg on top of the bruschetta is perfect. Melts super easily, and mixes really well with the hollandaise & burrata sauce. Bite size and very much a shareable dish. 10/10 I'd have to say that having multiple bugs flying around the restaurant wasn't the best part of the meal as it kept flying over the food. Other than that & the average service, food is decent & would come back to try the other menu another time. read more

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Ellie's has yet to disappoint! We came for brunch this time around and the food was just as memorable as the dinner service. Everything was delicious as per usual...the staff is friendly and helpful, the location is small and intimate but clean and airy. I'd happily come back any chance I get whether it's for brunch or dinner! read more

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I honestly can't believe I haven't left a review for Ellie's yet as I've been a few times and have always had an excellent experience. For brunch: The shrimp and melon is sooo refreshing and delicious. It's giving "fresh with a little kick." Their crispy potatoes are also so good and a fairly big portion so it's definitely shareable. Their crab toast was so appetizing and fresh -- you can tell the quality is high all around. For my main dish I ordered the chilaquiles and was happy to see chicken already came included as I feel a lot of places often charge extra to add protein to chilaquiles. For lunch/dinner stand outs include: bone marrow board, bread and butter and mafaldine pasta. I'm not sure if it's limited time or not but I recently went to their oyster hour with a friend (Tues-Fri 4:00-6:00pm, Sat & Sun 3:00-5:00pm) and was so glad I did. Their oysters are $1.50 during this time which is an absolute steal! A dozen oysters for ~$18? YES PLS. We also got the parker house rolls which were so flipping good and had the texture of Raising Cane's toast but like 100x better. Lastly, we got their fish and chips which came out piping hot and were the perfect comfort food vibe. They also have $8 glasses of red, white, rosé or sparkling during this time frame too. Follow their Instagram for menu updates and new offerings. They have a Monday supper club about 2x/month that includes a pre-fixe menu for a set price and it's always great. read more

Our group had a great dinner at Ellie's in Long Beach during a special menu night. We tried two different pasta dishes, a fish entrée, oysters, and the bone marrow board. Everything was delicious. The bone marrow was definitely a standout. It was rich, flavorful, and beautifully presented. We also finished with a small dessert that was simple but tasty. Service was great throughout the evening. Multiple staff members checked in on our table, and everything came out quickly and smoothly. The only downside (and the reason for the 4 stars instead of 5) is the parking situation. There's no dedicated lot, and since the restaurant is tucked into a residential area with lots of apartments, finding a spot can be a real challenge. Definitely plan ahead or consider a rideshare if you're dining here. That said, the food and service more than make up for it. read more

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I came here for the first time a few weeks ago to catch up with a friend over brunch, and we had a great experience! The Food: Since my friend and I couldn't decide between quite a few dishes, we ended up ordering family style and sharing everything. - Melon and Shrimp Salad: YUM. Bursting with flavor, refreshing,, and perfect for summer. - Crab Toast: please see attached pic - just look at that generous serving of jumbo lump crab! I am quite the crab enthusiast, and this dish fit the bill. The meat was so succulent and fresh, and I really enjoyed the bread they used. - Bolognese Benedict: this dish caught my eye on the menu, as I've never had this flavor combination together. My friend was a bit indifferent about this one, but I really enjoyed the contrast between the savory sauce and slightly sweet rolls. Ambiance: We opted to sit outside since the weather was so lovely. While I enjoyed the sunshine and breeze, I wish they had more shade umbrellas to fully cover the entire patio. We were also constantly swatting at flies that were trying to land on our food, which ended up being quite distracting. I'd noticed that some other tables had fans to keep flies away, so we ended up asking for 2, which did help resolve the issue. Kind of odd that it wasn't automatically offered to us, though. Parking: I'd read other reviews beforehand and was a bit apprehensive about the parking situation, but the parking gods were in my favor that day, and I found free street parking about a block and a half away on a weekend afternoon. Thank goodness! Overall, I had a wonderful experience and devoured all of the scrumptious food. I'll definitely be back, though I think I'll opt for an inside table next time! read more

Ellie's - Crab Toast - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Came here on a friday at 6:30 no wait to be seated since i did a reservation. Reservation fee was 25$ if no show. Inside small tables very close to one another. Doors opened so some flies kept being in the space. Service fine not organized and one of the employees was wearing a very revealing shirt. Not sure what was the dress code. Plates were shareable enough for two people. Ordered the Lasagna pasta with spicy sausage. It was good the sausage wasn't spicy. Ordered the Brussels sprouts it was sooo good! Paired with the pasta really good. Only water and some alcohol drinks available. All in all, food was good but many improvements for service and space. For food that's pricy expect service and ambiance to match. read more

Ellie's - Lasagna pasta with spicy sausage - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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I came here with old coworkers to catch up and celebrate a birthday. For starters, parking sucks as there's only street parking. Each of us had to park far enough for a 15 min walk to the restaurant. Ambiance was ok. We were seated inside... kind of cramped by the door... it was a little warm in the restaurant too. The food was decent. The overall dining experience wasn't bad but I don't think I would frequent this establishment again unless I lived in the area or don't mind getting an uber/lyft. read more

Ellie's - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

This place is always amazing! We came with a group of 12 on May 17th for our annual Pride brunch, and everything was fantastic. The food was exceptional, with every dish coming out fresh and delicious. The atmosphere was lively and perfect for celebrating with friends. And of course, the bottomless rosé didn't hurt either! Great food, great drinks, and great service every time. We always have a wonderful experience here and can't wait to keep coming back! read more

Booked Ellie's for a cute Valentine's date, well the day after. A yummy quality casual neighborhood gem. They're known for their fresh pasta, but I think their star is the Gnocchi. 11 out of 10. Super fluffy, melt in your mouth. The Brussel sprouts are also a standout for us, crispy with andouille sausage, balsamic glaze and a crumbly cheese; delicious. The arancini were a little cold on the inside, but overall a delicious meal. Our server Tuesday and the rest of the staff were lovely. read more

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Ellie's has suffered a serious decline. My wife and I first dined there back in 2018 and could not have been more impressed, but we just ate there this weekend and will never be back. The first indication that something was off was a minor one- I had called in for a reservation and the reservation had been made for the following week. It seemed like a simple mistake and they were going to be able to seat us anyways, so it seemed like a "no harm, no foul" situation. In retrospect, it was a sign of disorganization and ultimately, poor management. We got seated and immediately noticed two things: 1) there was no A/C and it was sweltering inside and 2) there were tons of flies. To make matters worse, no one is doing anything to address those problems. There was one measly little fan in the whole restaurant and no countermeasures for flies, i.e., electric fly traps, bag traps outside, or sticky traps. We were offered water, but it was room temp, which in that room meant that it was warm. Service was lackadaisical, and when I ordered a bottle of cold sparkling water, we waited about 30 minutes and then pointed out that it had never come. We ordered, but before the food came out, I took my son to the restroom. That was a mistake. The restroom was dimly lit, the waste bin was overflowing, and there was feces smeared on the toilet tank. Obviously, restaurant staff can't control what patrons do in the restroom, but I would expect that a restaurant would routinely check its facilities throughout the night and clean them when necessary. And if this is what the public-facing side of the restaurant looks like, what does the kitchen look like? I got back to the table where my wife and sister were waving menus to keep flies from landing on the food. I shared my concerns about the cleanliness of the restaurant and we considered abandoning dinner, but since we had invited guests and weren't sure if we could get a table anywhere else at the last minute, we decided to power through. An unfortunate aspect of this dinner was that the food was as good as my wife and I remember it. I say unfortunate because the food was almost completely overshadowed by the terrible conditions in the restaurant, lackluster service, and my continuing concern that we were going to end up with food poisoning. The roasted cauliflower with pepperoncinis was as good as every other time we've gotten it (and since recreated at home). The pasta dishes we got were rich and flavorful. The pork chop was so tender that you could cut it without a knife. But trying to get a bite in while sweating, swatting away flies, and inspecting every dish for some indication that's unsafe is far from an enjoyable experience. I didn't want to stick around and order dessert, but one of our guests optimistically believed it might change our minds about the experience. Instead, it only amplified my concerns that there was poor food handling going on. The single chocolate budino we ordered was more like chocolate soup, meaning it either wasn't cooked enough to set up, or was melting because it wasn't being refrigerated adequately. I don't blame the staff for the poor conditions in the restaurant. They looked like a bunch of kids (relatively) who didn't know any better or weren't empowered to make improvements. I do, however, blame management. Ellie's used to be a great little restaurant. My wife and I had been there a handful of times and recommended it frequently. The food shows that the restaurant still has potential to be good, but the conditions in that restaurant were gross and it's very obvious that management isn't interested in making them better. It's a real shame. read more

Although I don't live far, this was my first time to check out Ellie's and did so during restaurant week as their special was enticing and I knew I should get over there at some point. For the LB Food week special the appetizers were two seafood items- an oyster and a scallop served separately and beautiful. Both delicious but the oyster's drizzle of lime, cucumber, jalapeno and dotted with ikura (roe) was particularly enchanting. Great for me that my dining companion doesn't like oysters. Bring them on! Chilled, small, and tangy. My experience says leave the big oysters for frying! The scallop sauce was tangy and delish as well with a splash of chili oil. The last appetizer was a parker house roll, which was good but I prefer regular bread. But it was nicely grilled and had a nice whipped butter calabrian chili spread on the side. It was petite so no worries about it killing your appetite. You choose one of the two pasta dishes for sharing (you can order both for extra $$) but we opted for just the pappardelle. The pasta itself was fresh but I found the simple sundried tomatoes and garlic confit sauce a tad on the plain side. But a nice portion to share. The tri-tip apparently was the popular selection for this menu over the swordfish which is always on the menu. Lamb was also an option for extra but we both went for the tri-tip and kudos to the chef that it was prepared perfectly. The heirloom tomatoes with tiny slices of pepper were a nice contrast. The dessert not listed on the menu handout was a refreshing strawberry compote (perhaps not the correct food term) but it was a nice light dairy dessert with fresh strawberries albeit it would be great with little used rhubarb. Service was good. The little electronic fly swatters on most tables is irritating but understandable albeit not too many flies bothered us. Maybe that was the point! Super cute place with ample patio seating. Yes, you can bring your (little) dog but be mindful that it's first come/first serve so you and your pet may have to be seated elsewhere if the dog vibes get out of hand, which is what happened last night. Luckily, Ellie's has two patio sections and everyone was happy. Also, note, that Ellie's suggest that if you need transportation to get here, consider an Uber/Lyft. Residential parking takes up most of the immediate area. Long Beach bus #121 drops off on Ocean Blvd, which is 4 or so blocks away. read more

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This was my second visit to Ellie's, and it was even better than I remembered. It was a perfect evening to sit out on the patio and enjoy the atmosphere. We started with the fresh burrata and Parker House rolls--both were absolutely delicious! I mean, who doesn't love warm, freshly baked bread? The mafaldine pasta was just okay. While the texture of the fresh pasta was great, the flavors were a bit too simple and could've used a little more depth. The New York steak, however, was excellent--perfectly seasoned, and the garnishes really brought out the richness of the meat. We ordered the bread pudding for dessert, you probably can skip that. I didn't enjoy the texture but it had good flavor. Overall, a great night. I'll definitely be back! read more

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The food was good, had the angel hair pasta and the Caesar salad, both were really appetizing. Ambience could be better we had indoor seating and it was hot, no fans or anything to help cool down. Service was very minimal, the lady that brought our food was the most service we received. Staff didn't check in at all, we had to wave them down to ask for cokes--also drink menu is just wine and if you ask for anything else they bring waters. But then we saw someone order a Diet Coke so we followed them. As far as desserts no dessert menus were offered it was like oh you're done eating? Let me bring you the check. My friends and I were like okay they want us out so let's go. The food is good, maybe it was an off Saturday for them, overall it was an alright experience read more

Third time coming and the food is really good. I have not had something that I did not like yet. Only complaint is being sat inside. I was using my fork to eat on one hand and the other hand was swiping for flies to get away from my food. Not sure if they can do something about that and set a zapper up or something because it was unpleasant to say the least. The service is good. There is plenty of helpers I guess that around so you can ask them for something you need because the waiter doesn't come around often. Just to take your order and see how your food is when you're almost done pretty much. read more

I've always found this spot to be very cute but incredibly hit or miss - sometimes the food is divine, other times it's bland. I went in yesterday and found it to be bland - there were no seasonings in the lasagna and it was served at room temperature which caused the meat to be a congealed patty consistency. I saved half the lasagna to rework at home and even after adding some salt, pepper, chili flakes, Italian seasoning, garlic, and fresh basil, the clumps of meat and overall dish was again uninspiring and had no desire to eat it. It absolutely did not look like the photos online which was another big disappointment. They were also out of oysters, two types of bottles of red, and I had to flag down the server to request chili flakes or powder as he didn't come by after dropping off the food. I also got the butterscotch dessert (butterscotch, whipped cream, and blood orange), took one bite and thought 'oh, I might as well have had a werthers'. When spending $150 by myself for a nice dinner out, I expect to be full and happy not disappointed and ready for the experience to be over. read more

Ellie's - Leftover lasagna. Sparse amount of meat, bland as could possibly be - as you can see there's no seasonings. Totally uninspiring. - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

We were seated really quickly on a Saturday morning, the staff were really friendly and gave good recommendations. It was nice to be seated outside, but I think our table could've used an umbrella because of how sunny and hot it got. Got the chilaquiles, hangar steak hash, and the French toast. I think the waiter said Ellie's has the best chilaquiles in Long Beach and I think he's right! The salsa was really good. I felt like it was seasoned perfectly and the chips were still really crispy. I think the hanger steak was good, I like the salsa the most, really smoky flavor, but the steak was a bit chewy. French toast was okay, nothing special, the pork butter was good but the French toast itself felt a bit dry. Overall, I would come back here for brunch and would totally be willing to try the lunch and dinner menus. read more

Ellie's - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

Fourth or fifth visit for me. Friendly attentive service. I had the pappardelle this time and I was a little disappiinted by the portion size, especially since the sauce was outstanding! I ordered 5 dollar garlic bread to sop it all up. read more

PLEASE GET THE BRUSSEL SPROUTS. This is all you need to know Pasta wise, the malfadine was by far also my favorite! Just the enjoyable amount of spicy and the noodle tasted like it was handmade in the best way The service and interior felt very homey! Definitely a great spot for a cozy night out or just to enjoy some of the best Brussels sprouts read more

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I've been wanting to try this place for so long because it has my name obviously but also heard good things. The roasted carrot app was amazing. I ordered the mafaldine pasta with spicy vodka/truffle and it was ok! The main reason I am giving 3 stars was ambiance. With no AC, no fans inside, and tons of flies, it really made for an unpleasant ambiance/dining experience especially in this summer heat. I think this would be a 4-5 star spot if this issue is addressed! read more

The cutest neighborhood spot! I wasn't expecting to like it as much as I did. The pastas were delicious and full of flavor. The noodles were handmade so every bite felt high quality. We also tried the meatballs and shrimp & melon salad, which were tasty starters. The place is quite small, I would definitely recommend getting a reservation for the patio. It's in a neighborhood so there's a lot of parking, but it gets full fast after 5pm. read more

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Didn't know whether to go either 2 or 3 starts but decided to err on the side of generosity. Its more like a 2.5/5 to be honest. Wife and I went here hoping to have a full dinner but ended bailing after the appetizers to cut our losses. We ordered two items: Wagyu Tartare: I order tartare any time its offered, maybe hundreds by now. This one tasted good enough, a little too tangy perhaps, but the presentation was absurd. It was a thin layer of tartare on grilled sourdough. I'm talking like a quarter inch of tartare, not a mound or a pile. The description included the bread, but I thought it would just be on the side. This is also pretty dumb because if you let it sit for even 5 minutes, it just makes the bread soggy. Do I really need to explain how tartare is typically presented? Bone Marrow Board: This was a strange one to say the least. The board had one tiny marrow bone roasted with herbs which maybe had like 1 or 2 bites in it (the star of the show!), a huge pile of more grilled sourdough, two small smears of butter, and random stuff from the pantry like mustard, cranberry relish, pickled onions and almonds. Look, I get it, I eat random ingredients too when I'm hungry but too tired to come up with something coherent. The two tiny bites of bone marrow tasted really good, I promise! Anyway, the whole experience felt really deceptive, like the restaurant was trying to maximize their profit margins by loading up dishes with cheap stuff like bread and sauces, instead of what anyone is actually paying money for. This was pretty transparent to us, so we stopped ordering after the appetizers and just left to spare us more disappointment. Everything at least tasted pretty decent, though I felt the kitchen was relying on strong tangy and garlicky flavors to avoid nuance, but that's a minor criticism. I dont expect Michelin starred food here. Please also fix the spelling errors on your menu, its unprofessional. The prices weren't low, but I'd rather pay $5 more and actually get that I ordered, instead of a dish that just seems like a bad faith trick on the customer. I've been to Ellie's once before with a different menu and it was considerably better. Everything else was decent - service, ambiance, wait times for food, etc. Anyway, we dont get out much anymore with the baby, so we went to Ramen Hub to salvage our date night and actually had fun. read more

Ellie's - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Went on a Friday around 1 and it wasn't busy at all, we were able to be seated right away. Our server was helpful and cool! I got the Mafaldine which came in a spicy vodka sauce with burrata and chives on top. The pasta was fresh, the sauce was tasty and actually had a kick and the added burrata was good for a light, creamy balance. I would say the dish could be split among 2 portions if you wanted to! It was $27 which is a little pricey but it was worth trying once! It's worth noting that their pasta menu changes regularly. They also have a great lunch deal for $35 which comes with a veggie/salad + entree + dessert! read more

Ellie's - Mafaldine - Italian Near Me - Long Beach, California