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    Los Compadres

    4.1 (2.1k reviews)
    ModerateMexican, Bars
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Casual
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    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    About to nourish my soul.
    Monica C.

    It's been a while since our last visit, but my family decided to drop in for Sunday dinner. There was a 30-minute wait, which gave me time to admire the new front addition--it looks like they're building a patio to keep up with the high demand! Just to be clear: this isn't your standard "Gringo" Mexican food. It is 100% authentic and tastes just like a home-cooked meal. Everything from the handmade tortillas to the salsas is top-tier. Whether you get the mole, the molcajete, or the enchiladas, you really can't go wrong. My only disappointment was finding out they took the sopes off the menu; they used to be huge and "the bomb." We were a party of five adults and one toddler, and they applied an automatic 18% gratuity (which they do for parties of 6+). Our server, Claudia, was fantastic! My only real gripe is the price hike. Enchiladas used to be under $13, but now almost everything is $20+. It's getting into steakhouse price territory, but the food is still delicious and the staff works incredibly hard. I noticed the happy hour menu. Not what it use to be, $7.77 once upon a time. But still some relief for your wallet. I missed coming here, nice to be back.

    Caldo De Res
    Chris C.

    Still one of my favorites. Room myself out for a relaxing lunch. The soup was more than enough to take home for the next day after I ate all those chips and salsa. The service staff are always so pleasant. Still love this place.

    Michelada Chabela
    Cindy R.

    This is great Mexican food! No wonder it is always packed! We don't come very often because of that last statement, but it is certainly worth it for special occasions. We came for my mom's birthday a couple of years ago, and we were a group of 7-8 adults and 5 kids, and we were attended to nicely. The menu is also quite expansive and has almost any type of Mexican food one could crave from tacos and burritos to fish plates, from fajitas to cocteles, from chilaquiles and other breakfast options to caldos. More recently, we came for my brother's-in-law birthday. We were a group of 9 adults and 3 kids. They were very accommodating to the few of us that split plates or with minor substitutions with things on the menu. I almost always get the coctel de camaron because it is my favorite place to get them. The shrimp is always perfectly cooked and abundant, the broth nicely flavored and there is plenty of chopped veggies. The green habanero sauce on the table went very well in my coctel. It comes served with saltines by default, but we requested tostadas. To drink I ordered the Michelada Chabela with a Pacifico. It was a little too sweet and salty for me toward the end. I ordered it because of the addition of Worcestershire sauce, but did not really care for the tamarindo straw or that amount of chamoy and tajin inside the actual drink. In the future, I think I will stick with the regular michelada and request for a couple of dashes of W sauce to be added in. My parents and my sister each ordered the fajitas mixtas, and those looked delicious as well. I like that you can request frijoles de la olla (whole cooked beans) in place of the refried ones. I will have to make it a point to come more than once a year, especially after seeing their happy hour menu. Thank you, Compadres!

    Combination plate
    Karina A.

    The service was amazing - everyone was attentive and kind. I like that there's a lot by the restaurant so parking isn't an issue. The food is decently priced and you get a good amount of food. The food is delicious, highly recommend.

    Entrance
    Jeesoun S.

    They are still under construction to finish new patio area at the entrance. We had to park the car toward exit and found no more entrance from the Anaheim St. So slow during late lunch. The service was slower than usual. We ordered the same ones, 2 crispy taco combination and my 2 chimichanga combo. Same quality and same ambiance except new construction area. Little noisy.... Hopefully they finish the new patio area soon. I don't like too much noises when I eat. We loved the Spanish rice, beans, warm chips and salsa. Their house margarita was so good for $14. We miss happy hour from 4. Cheaper margarita, cocktails.... Great place if you like the real Mexican foods.

    Tostada
    Maria C.

    Benn here too many times, first time going to post ordered online for pick up. Tostada carne asada and combo crispy taco with chicken enchilada comes with rice but no beans.. very tasty,

    Cheese Emchiladas
    Roy O.

    My first time at Los Compadres. They were busy on a Thursday night. The wai was about 30 minutes. They use a web so you can track your wait status which helped fill the wait time. Things that stood out was it's a family run place. Big servings, friendly & attentive waiter. Food was OK meaning I will try another place before coming back. There were a number of celebrations and the staff all joined in chorus (multiple times), a fun/lively place.

    Evan W.

    Very large portions. Amazing attentive staff. Very cute, old and wooden interior. It just feels like a classic Mexican restaurant. The food was amazing and I was quite stuffed.

    Meat Molcajetes
    Zoe C.

    Came here for a nice dinner and drinks and were not disappointed. The outside of the restaurant is being remodeled to accommodate outdoor seating. We probably had the best waiter here, he was nice and attentive. We went straight for the meal as it was getting late. We ordered Bacon wrap Shrimp, Cheese Enchilada, Carne Asada plate, Shrimp soup, and Guacamole. We added a Blended Margarita, delicious. Well-blended tasty Margarita. Overall our food was good.

    Tacos
    Joseline M.

    We came on a Saturday for "early dinner" around 4pm so the restaurant was pretty empty. The vibe here was actually really nice, intimate, spacious, and with fun music that made it feel lively without being overwhelming. The service was fast and friendly, which I definitely appreciated. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the atmosphere. I ordered 3 tacos (pastor and carnitas) with rice and beans. The pastor was dry and really lacked flavor, and the carnitas were overly fatty and could've used more salt and seasoning overall. The beans were bland too, though the rice was the highlight of the plate; flavorful and well-cooked. I also ordered a margarita, which looked great and came in a generous size, but it was very weak and mostly tasted like juice. Overall, great vibe and good service, but the food itself just didn't deliver.

    Ezequiel V.

    I went back and omg food has change so much since the last time Everything was full of flavor, I went with out expectations and I got surprised My time and money was totally worth it, service was great and the ambiance remains the same, a place to go eat with family and friends

    3 Sopes
    rhonda s.

    A co-worker asked me to lunch and recommended Los Compadres. i have passed this restaurant countless times and never stopped. i will say before i get started that i have been missing out. We were seated immediately. The restaurant is a little dark. we both had to use our flashlights on our cells. Claudia was our waitress, we didn't have to wait long before our waters with lime and chips and salsa came. The chips and salsa was very good. the salsa was just right, not too mild and a little kick. i ordered the 1 Chicken Enchilada & Chicken Taco Dorado combo $20, she order 3 Chicken Sopes $16. our meals came reasonably quick considering it seemed like they were fairly busy. it was noon. The food was delicious. seasoned perfect! even the beans and rice were chef's kiss! the portions were big and embarrassingly, i ate all my food and it was not a lunch portion. My favorite go-to establishment had been a Mexican restaurant food chain in Long Beach, until now. i cannot wait to go back.

    Enchiladas suizas
    Marissa D.

    My boyfriend and I just tried this spot and we loved it!! Great service as well. Definitely coming back.

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    Very good food, great service. Reasonably priced for the quality of the food. Very nice seating area. I would recommend

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    Good food, friendly fast service. The bar area has great ambience with small booth! Will definitely return.

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    Food is consistently great. Service always wonderful too. We have come many times and always walk away satisfied! Authentic menu.

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    Ask the Community - Los Compadres

    Do they have live music? Like a mariachi?

    No they don't

    Do they require reservations for a large party?

    Probably because they have tables to arrange for the size of your party.

    Can reservations be made?

    Only for a party 8+

    Wish they had the business hours?

    their hours are 10am - 9pm mon - thur & 10 - 10 on weekends for all locations according to their Instagram

    Is this place still open? What are their hours?

    What's the best number to get in contact with this restaurant? Having a very hard time getting through to someone.

    Search on google, most of the restaurants phone numbers on Yelp is not working anymore. Go to their website or google.

    Is dining in an option now?

    Yes, they are open. Temperature checks at the door. Mask to get in then you can take them off once seated.

    What time is their happy hour and do they give happy hour deals on food or just drinks?

    I believe happy hour is 3 to 7:00 p.m. yes there are drink specials and appetizer specials in the bar only.

    Do they have a taco Tuesday special?

    No they do not.

    Do they have sat/sun morning brunch?

    They have great breakfast options but don't offer brunch. They serve breakfast all day.

    Will there be menudo tomorrow?

    Yes , they all kind of food every day

    Is there live music?

    No live music

    Do they make their own mole negro and is it good?

    Yes they do! It was delicious, so far the best mole I have had in US

    When is there mariachi band?

    They do not have live music.

    Do they have happy hour on Saturdays?

    No, happy hour is only Monday through Friday.

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    Halloween decor, dodger game, and a Modelo Negra

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    4.5(187 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    This has become my home bar. It's a great spot for locals to hang and make friends, but also I've…read moremet lots of people who drove from LA to have a Long Beach day, which is fun. Definitely worth it! The vibes are unmatched. It's a unique blend of "top notch cocktail crafting" and "beer and a hot pretzel after work." You can dress up, you can dress down, it's very 'just be yourself' which I love. I've literally had caviar AND hot dogs there in the same night at an event. They know how to blend high/low. Incredible knowledge and ingredients but not snooty patootie. Super inclusive and fun, with cool popups and events happening all the time. It's a full bar so you can get any cocktail you would normally order if you're keeping it simple, or beer, wine, boilermakers, etc. There's a span of offerings and price points, so something for everyone. (Also really good N/A cocktails!) The menu is super inventive and creative! And the cocktail menu changes out every so often so there are new things to try. This area is vintage vibes and Baby Gee speaks it fluently. Really cool decor, curated by the owners who design everything from the playlist to the cocktails to the invention of never-before-seen flavors and shapes of jello shots. Try the Baby Gee appletini while you're there. Mezcal, tequila, sake appletini you ask?? Yes. Trust. And get a hot dog. Do it.

    This is definitely a place with a very Long Beach vibe (so it really depends on what you think…read moreabout Long Beach in general). The seating is a little funky, but the drinks are solid. The food is definitely bar food that's ideal for late night eats while buzzed, and the service is fast! Food: 3.5/5 Drinks: 4.5/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Value: 3.5/5 Overall: 4/5

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    Pretzel with mustard and pickled veggies

    Baby Gee - Current cocktail menu (as of April 2026; it changes completely every few months)

    Current cocktail menu (as of April 2026; it changes completely every few months)

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    The Bamboo Club - Spam over my hammies and macaroni salad

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    4.1(819 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    The Bamboo Club is special. Hands down worth the trip if you are anywhere near OC or LA, this place…read moreis a must! Staff is super friendly and helpful, tiki vibes are on point and you really feel like you are on your own piece of island. We came by for the brunch on the weekend, and the food was fresh, made to order and super tasty. Obviously the tiki drinks are always on point, typically strong and made with aloha! This is by far our go-to tiki place in Long Beach, it's extremely clean and it always makes for a very special time. The Bamboo Club is an outstanding tiki bar, and I really wish they had their own tiki mug to sell because they have center piece waiting on our shelf! We did however buy an anniversary tall glass that will do for now, but we just love our tiki mugs and love the Bamboo Club so much. We can't wait to go back! Mahalo Bamboo Club for being the best!!

    this place definitely has a fun vibe, as they really nailed the tiki aesthetic. i stopped by for a…read morefriend's birthday and had a quick drink and some food. i can't say i'm at bars often, but for one of my limited experiences, it was a pretty fun time. we were seated outside, and it ended up being comfortable. they had heaters set up, which i appreciated since it can get chilly. i ordered a mocktail that was pretty good, like a virgin piña colada but with orange instead of coconut since i'm not the biggest coconut gal. service-wise, it felt a little mixed. the server gave me a bit of a look when i ordered the mocktail to sub coconut with orange, which made me feel a little embarrassed, and it also seemed like things got a bit overwhelmed because i was initially brought an alcoholic drink and had to remind them i'd ordered non-alcoholic. i also tried the ahi poke, which was mostly delicious, but i think there may have been cilantro in it even though it wasn't listed, so i ended up not finishing it. despite the small mishaps, overall, it seems to be a fun spot to hang out with friends, especially for the atmosphere. i'd probably come back to try a couple of other things if i'm in the mood for that kind of bar scene.

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    The Bar

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    Eggs Benedict with spam and macaroni salad

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    The Exhibition Room - Fried zucchini

    The Exhibition Room

    4.1(492 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$$

    False Advertising and Total Failure of a "Speakeasy"…read more This place should not call itself a speakeasy. According to their website, they are strict about dress code, reservations, and no large parties. None of that was enforced. People arrived wearing sports clothes, tennis shoes, and flip-flops, and a group of more than 10 people was allowed in. That group was loud, drunk, and screaming, completely destroying any speakeasy ambiance. We had a reservation booked one week in advance for 2 tables of six, yet by 8:30 pm, we were told no food was available, despite the bar being almost empty. The water was already on the table when we arrived and tasted strongly of chlorine, with no ice. The waitress was clearly new, untrained, and unprepared. She did not know the menu, didn't know how to take an order properly, and provided no guidance whatsoever. There was one bartender Ricardo, who took over an hour to prepare cocktails and showed no sense of urgency or care. The dramatic cocktail descriptions sounded impressive, but the drinks did not match the descriptions at all. Because of the delays, we were never even able to properly toast or celebrate our friend. The charcuterie board took forever and arrived with an absurd amount of cheese and only six pieces of bread. To make things worse, part of the food we ordered never arrived at all. The live jazz band advertised and promised never showed up. When asked, the staff responded with: "I don't know, they were supposed to be here. I don't have their phone number." That level of disorganization is unacceptable. At the end of the night, we were shocked to receive a check close to $600 for two tables, despite each person only having one cocktail and shared food. The bartender, Ricardo, approached us and said: "Well, sorry, we really tried tonight! It wasn't the best, but we tried." Honestly, that comment made the experience even more frustrating. I can't imagine how bad it would have been if they hadn't "tried."That statement perfectly summarizes the problem -- trying is not enough when everything fails. I would not recommend this place for a speakeasy experience. This is not a speakeasy. It's a poorly run bar hiding behind a concept it does not deliver. Do not recommend.

    I give it a 1 because 0 was not an option. Absolute disaster. Avoid this place at all costs. What…read morewas supposed to be a classy night celebrating a 50th birthday turned into a complete nightmare. This is not a speakeasy, it's a tiny, rundown bar pretending to be something it's not. The staff was inexperienced, dismissive, and unprofessional. Drinks were outrageously overpriced and took forever to arrive. The food was a joke, a $60 charcuterie board made up of cheap grocery store cheese, ham, and crackers that didn't come close to justifying the price. We were served warm water that tasted like chlorine, and the response from staff was literally "I don't know, I just work here." At one point both waitresses vanished, leaving the bartender overwhelmed and everything grinding to a halt. The live jazz band they advertise never showed up, and staff had no explanation or contact info. The so-called dress code was completely ignored, with groups in jeans and sneakers flooding in, turning the place loud, chaotic, and classless. This place delivers nothing it promises. It's not a speakeasy, it's a poorly run bar that shouldn't be in business. Strongly do not recommend, and honestly, I want my money back.

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    The Exhibition Room - Fried zucchini + yucca chicharones

    Fried zucchini + yucca chicharones

    The Exhibition Room - Smoke and fire!

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