My husband and I always prefer to go to individually owned places to eat. We want to support what this country was built upon. We found a DIAMOND in the rough tonight. We were hungry and not sure who would be open at 8 pm on Labor Day. We took a chance on this place, tho we did call first just to make sure they were open. Didn't want to drive from Buena Park to find out they were closed after our taste buds were eager to try the food after reading the reviews. Happily they were open till 9:30 pm. Walked in and we were greeted by Isaiah, a friendly guy with nice smile. You order at the counter, then they bring your meal to you at the booth you've selected. I got the fried fish plate dinner. They offer mashed potatoes & veggies OR fries AND onion rings. Also served with delicious homemade tartar sauce. Served with your choice of a generous big bowl of "homemade" soup or a bowl overflowing with a dinner salad. And cornbread or roll. My husband had half of a broiled chicken. Choice of mashed potatoes & vegetables or onion rings WITH fries. Soup or salad and cornbread or dinner roll. PLUS choice of flour or corn tortillas. He thought the meal was terrific! The STAR of the night though was the CHICKEN & RICE SOUP Homemade and SUPERB. Probably the best bowl of soup I've had in a restaurant in at least 15-20 years. You could tell it was homemade without even tasting it, by the giveaways - the presence of bay leaves and the fact that the cut up vegetables in the soup were not all uniform in sizes. Definitely the hallmark of a homemade soup. I was so taken by the extraordinary taste of the soup; I asked who made it and if he was there. Juan came by our table where I had an opportunity to tell him just how fabulous the soup was. He has to be a Master of soup making because he has the magical touch. Friends, you SIMPLY MUST go and try Juanito's soup. Isaiah told us they list the days of the week and which soup is offered, on their website which is different than the one linked on Yelp. I told him that I love soup and I would be driving there in the winter, just to get Juanito's soup. It's magical Yes, it IS that good. Fantastic Cafe is an excellent good old-fashioned diner. Just like those that were around in Lakewood & surrounding areas when I grew up here locally. Clean, welcoming atmosphere serving generous sizes reasonably priced. The fact that the staff appears happy to be there, and takes pride in what they offer is very apparent and something which is sadly missing from many places today. You are missing out on something special if you don't give them a try. We'll be back read more

Fantastic Café - Outside of Fantastic Cafe Labor Day, September 2026 9 pm - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

My parents used to love this place. They'd drag us down there every weekend for breakfast if they could. At Christmas my mom would bring boxes of Sees Candy for the employees that they got to know. My parents have since passed away. So randomly I stopped in today and was blown away with all the MAGA Christian Nationalism decor! Who wants to look at that while you're eating their (now expensive) mediocre food?? It appears that they are only interested in MAGA customers. Sorry Fantastics, your food isn't good enough for me to look beyond your political "advertising". I go to a restaurant to eat good food, not be preached to. read more

Fantastic Café - Christian Nationalism images - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

This is the epitome of a neighborhood spot. Most of the customers are older folks from around the area. I mostly pick up food on the way to work, so I've never been inside too long. The place is clean and inviting, though. Food is also pretty good. Love their breakfast burritos. read more

The atmosphere is very old school diner vibes. The service style is walk up and order get a number and choose your seat situation. This place was pretty busy when I arrived to meet a friend. We divided and conquered she ordered and I held our booth and we swapped... the food came out incredibly quick! The food was hot tasty and exactly as you'd expect from a French toast breakfast. They have fresh squeezed OJ as well and iced coffee... although I didn't try it today they have a fair amount of Mexican style breakfasts which is always a good choice (I'll be going back) overall this place doesn't have the glamorous bells and whistles but they have friendly staff and great food which in my opinion is the most important part. read more

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First time back in years and I was surprised to see how much of the interior/exterior has been refitted with a ton of hybrid patriotic and evangelical christian decor. Even the front entrance has a mural of Jesus next to an American flag. At first I thought we were hearing Christian Rock radio over the soundsystem, but upon listening closer we realized it was a radio station for supporting families impacted by cancer. Everything else inside looks old and lived-in, like the budget to buy restaurant amenities like pepper shakers and seating upholstery was spent on a prayer cross-stitch instead and some flag decals instead. The service was quick & friendly and the food is the kind you look for in American diners. Lots of variety. Greek pita wraps, Mexican omelettes, southern-fried chicken & waffles. I have fond memories of crowding into this place with LBSU students after exams. Now it feels like this cafe has another purpose. I left feeling like there's probably someone battling cancer and the cafe has become a tribute to them. I hope my dollars support them in some way. I think I'll take my order to go next time. read more

The coffee sucks. The breakfast burritos are now mid. The food quality has really gone down hill. Oh, did I mention the $0.39 surcharge for paying with a credit card? Yes, that too. I don't think there are any redeeming qualities of this place now. It must be under new ownership. read more

Fantastic Café - Burgers and Jesus - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

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When did this place get so expensive? And when did it become the East Long Beach MAGA Headquarters? I used to eat here occasionally, but I will DEFINITELY NOT BE BACK - this place is way overpriced for the MEDIOCRE food they serve. I had a pastrami sandwich here recently, and it was about half of what it used to be and it cost 17 bucks! Really? For just about the shittiest, most meagre pastrami sandwich in the Southland? I realize there is a serious dearth of restaurants over here, but it is definitely worth the drive over to John's Hamburgers on Spring just west of Palo Verde to get MUCH better food and a MUCH better price. read more

Always passed by the spot when I exit on Studebaker and wondered if it was worth visiting. I can tell you that it most definitely was! The menu here is very large and they serve breakfast at any time of the day. I got myself a porckchop with some eggs. The whole plate was delicious and I knew it immediately when I first started eating. The service was great and the food came out fast. I came in on a Tuesday night and there was no one else there except for one other person. I will be coming back and trying something else on their very large menu. I left happy and full! read more

Fantastic Café - Porkchop and eggs for dinner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

Found myself in the area with hungry kids and figured I would stop in for dinner, but boy have things changed since I was here last. First thing you may notice is that there's no prices on their menu anymore, and honestly that's for good reason; you would likely shorten your menu options if you knew. The Food: It's standard short order fare. Nothing out of the ordinary, save the price. When I got home I realized that the kids chicken strips were overcooked and essentially chicken jerky, that was a bummer. The Service: Honestly, the service was fine, they were moving quick and were friendly. It was a bummer when they mention that fountain drink refills were $0.59 e v en though the dispenser is customer facing. That's new, and quite unfortunate. Ambiance: The place is clean, it's well lit, and there's a lot of room and seating. My only real issue is that I paid over $30 more for the exact same meals that we get up the street from us, but the chicken isn't burnt, and they don't charge for refills. read more

Fantastic Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

I want to really like them, the onion rings batter was overcooked and seemed like they were old and overcooked. The fired mushrooms and zucchini were decent. The club sandwich was okay. Hamburger is what you would expect. If I want fried food, I may return but no onion rings for sure. Service was good, very nice people. read more

This place has been here for ages and it has stayed fairly consistent throughout the years, for the breakfast cravings throughout the day this is a good place to come. The staff for the most part is friendly and willing to help with a few exceptions that come off as borderline rude. The old school diner feel with the wood tables and vinyl booths it's a old classic vibe. read more

Fantastic Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

My favorite cheeseburger in Long Beach and it's not even close. The only thing keeping me giving it five stars is because I always order it medium rare and it always comes out well done. Regardless, it's still amazing. Great flavor. Back yard grill taste. The flavor and seasoning on the beef is off the chain. Only better burger is TK burger in Costa Mesa. Also the chili cheese fries are to die for. Cheesy, thick, hot and gooey. Oh yes read more

Showed up at 9:45pm and they were closed. The hours right on the building say they close at 10pm. The hours on the internet say they close at 10pm. The only place it says they close at 9:30pm is here on yelp. Bad business practice. read more

Stopped by for breakfast after getting off from a 10 hour flight. My crew and I were craving pancakes. I went with small stack of pancakes and they were huge. I had hoped my 2 pieces of bacon would be crispier as I prefer. The scrambled eggs were good once I added some salt and pepper. You order your food at the cash register then you find your own seating. Some of the tables were dirty. So I made sure to wipe our table with antibacterial wipes. Our food came out within 10 mins. Overall everyone was satisfied with their food selection. read more

Fantastic Café - Pancakes, scrambled eggs and bacon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

we been coming here often, food is good and such but I don't like how today we were still in our table, my brother still have onion rings on his plate and I was drinking my soda when a guy just came and cleaned our table, started throwing our food and wiped down the table and we were still sitting down. Some customers in this other table started clearly laughing at us. This has never happened before wtf was that? read more

I went in about an hour before closing to get food to go. I ordered a pastrami sandwich and a bean and cheese burrito. The staff were busy cleaning and preparing for closing. I ordered at the counter and my food was ready within five minutes. I ate the pastrami and it was delicious. Well constructed, good meat to bread ratio. There weren't big blobs of fat inside like a lot of other pastrami sandwiches I've had. It was lean and tasty. I saved the burrito for tomorrow. The staff were pleasant. The restaurant is in the same center as my church and can get quite busy after services. Luckily there's plenty of seating. read more

Fantastic Café - Almost gone pastrami sandwich. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

Every time I come here I know I will get a solid meal. The food is always cooked right. The fries are yummy when they're well done and they have delicious ranch. Torta is good, the burgers are great. The employees are nice and willing to wait. read more

Hey Fantastic! Why was I told a third salsa for my burrito was $1? Why stuff my takeout with ketchup I don't use? Do better, please. :). (Westminster store) read more

I placed an order for pick up and tried to cancel it but they told me they already made it then they hung up on me. We tried to pick up the food after and they said the order has been cancelled? Make up your mind read more

So I ordered a grilled chicken salad and found what it looks like tiny black rocks and it almost broke my molar , I never had issues with this place but it will be my last time getting food from here... read more

Fantastic Café - Mysterious debris black rock or something - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

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We come here often and enjoy the junior burger basket special. I especially like the fries with extra seasoned salt. What they put on their fries isn't enough for my taste. Just my preference. In the evenings, there is an employee who I have asked kindly to give me extra season salt and he sprinkles a meager amount into a little dish. On our last visit, he denied me the extra salt. He said he put a little extra on my fries already and that the salt is very expensive. Really now? I am not sure if it's HIS policy or the restaurant's but this is bad business. Do we have to bring our own now? I guess so. Will this employee get a tip? Nope. Will we be returning? Not so sure. DIsappointed. Fantastic isn't so fantastic. read more

On Mother's Day! What should have been a simple $2 kitchen error turned into one of the most hostile and unprofessional experiences my family has ever had at a local restaurant. My wife and I came in for breakfast with our daughter. After a mix-up with our order, I politely asked the order-taker for a $2.00 refund to my card for a breakfast burrito that was never served. Instead of just processing the simple refund, the employee decided to hurl personal insults at me in front of my daughter and mock me. Unbelievably, the situation peaked when this employee actually tried to provoke a physical altercation, stepping up and telling me, "Go ahead, let's go right now." Operating a local food and coffee business myself right here in Long Beach, I understand that ticket mistakes happen. What I cannot comprehend is employing volatile staff who actively try to fight customers over a two-dollar refund. I sent a formal email to management regarding this massive safety liability days ago and have received zero response, which shows a complete lack of accountability from the top down. Eat here at your own risk--if they mess up your order, the staff might just try to fight you over it. read more

I took my mother to this establishment recently for evening rations. I had a steak sandwich. I ordered the steak medium but it wasn't pink like I expected perhaps because the steak was thin. French Fries were good. I saw a sign that drink refills incurred a charge of something like 75 cents if my memory is correct. I have an expectation that drink refills should be free, especially when self serve is used. As a result I am dinging this establishment a point. Men's washroom was clean but no paper towels were available so I am dinging this establishment one point. All the guys I saw working for this establishment were properly dressed with their shirts tucked in... good. I am glad this establishment has signs up promoting the Christian Faith. I am going to add a point back for that. If I was to assign a letter grade as is done in school, this establishment would get a B. read more

This used to be one of my favorite places. This place has really gone down hill. Can't complete a simple request like they have always done in the past. You lost a customer of many years today! read more

If I could give it 0 stars I would. Today, ordered huevos rancheros and an egg sandwich. Both items were not worth eating. Wish we hadn't because the huevos rancheros made my husband violently ill ! Strongly recommend eating elsewhere. read more

Most underrated when it comes to their carne asada fries!!!!!! Being a native from the bigg SD, this place has the closest flavor when it comes to SD carne asada fries!!!!! read more

I tried this place today actually, and I like their other location in Cerritos, CA, but at this specific location in Long Beach the customer service is terrible, the cashier was rude and got my order wrong. I ordered chili cheese fries, and she just only put "chili fries". I wasn't bothered by the order being wrong, but I was bothered with the reaction I got when I told one of the servers the order was wrong. I told a server what I ordered and she just told me the other cashier said she did not charge me and just shrugged her shoulders, and she was seemed under the influence of a drug of some sort erratic behavior. After I told her about my order she brought me cheese in a little bowl, but she grabbed it with her bare hands, which was disgusiting, because she was cleaning tables and I watched her, she did not clean her hands, this was all in the span of 2 minutes. I didn't want to ask for a refund, I just felt like they would have given me a hard time, because of the way they treated me when I told them the order was incorrect, not only that the fries were old, and the meal was not enjoyable, and neither was the ambiance of the restaurant. Which was unfortunate because I had high hopes, and just wanted to enjoy a comfort meal. read more

Glad to have found this place. Plenty of tables and a large selection on the menu. Please note to bring cash for tips. We ordered scrambled eggs, eggs over hard and a poached egg and all were as requested. Bacon crispy, pancake and waffle were eaten up by my grandkids, ham steak a good portion and coffee was good. Hash browns were just ok but with all the sauces available it leaves room to make them flavored by other items. Staff was friendly and there was plenty of parking. Not an upscale Streep mall but feels like I may have found a hidden secret. read more

Solid food. Decent portions. Service non-existent. Pay at the counter then wait for them to bring it to you. The three times we've eaten there its been breakfast, and its always full of university students. What I personally don't care for is ... no salt and pepper shakers. Minor yes, but I personally hate those little packets of salt and pepper. Also, no coffee service, small cups and you have to get up and go get your refills. Again minor, but it interrupts the conversation at the table, there's 5 of us and everyone is constantly getting up to get more coffee. LOL! read more

I've been to four of these spots. This spot didn't disappoint as they made good burgers and crunchy fries. It's a very clean place. I'll order from here more often. read more

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First time visit to this location. Tbh I didn't know it was that close to me. The food was fresh, hot and delicious! The customer service definitely exceeded expectations. My ambiance was busy during lunch time. I recommend this place! I will be back! read more

Fantastic Café - Chili cheese fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

Your food is mediocre and not tasty the burger that I ordered was gamy and not what I wanted . read more

I called in to order my food today they seemed very confused abt when I asked for a chicken sandwich with fries and when I got there the same lady I was talking to didn't get a call and was accusing me of calling the wrong number. I double checked the number and place I called and I had it right. But I went a long with it cuz I didn't think it was worth it, but took an unreasonable time for her to charge my order, seemed like she was struggling but idk. Once I got back home, I took my food outta the bag and I got a cheese burger instead of the chicken sandwich and I ain't gonna to u that burger was ass on top of that. Wouldn't recommend read more

Food was ok. Not great compared to the other fantastics I have been to. Food was bland. Workers look like they hated their jobs, especially the one that took our order. Be courteous and professional is to be expected. This is not the case. Not everyone but most that works there. Also, never should you be vacuuming and dusting floors when someone is eating. That was unprofessional. read more

Fantastic Café - Egg sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

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This fantastic cafe is my favorite location, so I just had to come here for breakfast on the eve of my birthday! The Fantastic Cafe in Westminster is technically the closest Fantastic Cafe to me, but this location is worth the extra drive because their hash browns are perfectly seasoned! I used to like this place a lot more too because their portion sizes used to be larger than their competitors, especially when talking about their breakfast burritos, but the size of their breakfast burritos have shrunk, especially after they also raised their prices (not a good combination). Even with their recent food serving shrinkage, this place is still worth the extra drive because their food is perfectly seasoned so that it's a bit spicy. Because I usually drive out to this location, I usually call ahead of time and place my order over the phone. On this visit, I did that again and the lady over the phone who took my order, repeated my order back to me to verify that she got it correct (always appreciated when at least one of the orders is modified) and said it would be ready in ten minutes. When I got here, I paid for my order and my food was promptly ready after that- that's my kind of service, on time as estimated and tasty food! This place has a very large menu with lots of options and I can say that everything I've ordered (over the years, it's been about 15 different things), have all been perfectly seasoned and tasty. The inside of the restaurant is pretty large with multiple booths and tables so that large groups, family's and individuals can all be accommodated. There's also some cement picnic tables out in front of the restaurant where you could also enjoy your meal. If you're looking for delicious American food in the LBC by studebaker, look no further. This is your place! read more

Fantastic Café - Sausage and egg breakfast Burrito and Ham and egg breakfast Burrito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Christian business. Always playing Christian radio. Diner feel. Love their red and blue lights. Super close to CSULB and is walkable for students. They have a large menu so there's bound to be something you like. I really like their vegetable beef soup on Wednesdays. The food comes out very fast. I have had good experiences with the workers. They responded gracious when I needed to use their outlet for a bit to charge my phone. read more

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Great prices but you get what you pay for here. I ordered a waffle plate and was disappointed by how dark and overcooked the waffle came out. For breakfast I'd just prefer to spend a little bit more somewhere else. read more

Let me tell you about the service... Me and my friend ordered REGULAR fries and got them quick and warm with ranch dressing already prepared and napkins but thats not the best part... so were just chilling like a villain sitting down playing clash while eating and tell me why this very kind worker of thy establishment stops by our table and gives us a LARGE fry for free then another worker of the establishment gives us not one but TWO sides of ranch.. I just gotta say wow gives these employees a raise. Did i mention the bag if fries was filled to the top??? read more

Fantastic Café - Large fries with 2 sides of ranch - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Long Beach, California

Huge menu to choose from, fresh tortilla chips upon request, good salsa, good burgers, plenty of seating, family friendly atmosphere.

Walked in and tried to figure out something to eat in the convoluted and crowded menu. The affable clerk grunted something of a greeting at me, but I couldn't tell you what words he actually said. I approached and asked him how big the tacos were (because not all tacos are created equal). The clerk gave me this lost look as if he didn't know how to answer, shrugged his shoulders and said, "I dunno, hard shell taco size." The look on his face told me everything I needed to know, like I was insane for asking that question. I smirked, gave an unamused laugh and said, "never mind." I walked out and went to Pizzamania instead. read more