This is easily the best restaurant in Long Beach. The food is all fresh, flavorful and ample in portion size. There is a diverse selection and you cannot go wrong. The dishes are radically inventive and make a diner feel like they are transported to a high-end New Mexico ranch with their thorough authenticity. The service was great, our waitress walked us through the menu and was fast to refill water. The spot gets a little loud but you shouldn't talk with food in your mouth anyway and the food here you will be stuffing your face with start to finish. read more

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Tried Panxa in Long Beach for Mother's Day and had a decent brunch. Luckily we made a reservation since it was pretty busy. Service was a miss -- we never had a dedicated server so they didn't check in as often. For the food, we tried the stacked enchiladas and posole. I ordered my enchiladas with both roja and verde sauces, or Christmas style. Flavors were good but not memorable. The dish itself was on the smaller side for the price. The posole was pretty tasty and had a huge portion! Came with lots of vegetables and bread on the side. Overall, we were satisfied with our meal but don't need to come back. read more

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Decided to do a little getaway to Long Beach for my birthday and ended up trying this new Mexican fusion brunch spot near the beach; and honestly, it was such a vibe. I love the whole concept and atmosphere; it just felt like the perfect birthday brunch setting. I was especially pressed (in the best way) that they had a dog menu, so of course we had to bring our dog, Shadow, to enjoy it with us; which made the experience even more fun and unique. The food was okay, nothing mind-blowing but still enjoyable for a casual brunch. The drinks, though? Strong! just how I like them, especially for a birthday celebration. But the real highlight was the service. Our server, Emma, was amazing; super attentive, friendly, and really made the whole experience stand out. Overall, it's a cute spot with great energy, perfect for a chill brunch by the beach. VERDICT: I WILL COMEBACK, if I go back to Long Beach! read more

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Ok....First time here, I suggested meeting a friend for dinner on a Thursday evening around 5:30. It wasn't too crowded, and we chose to sit in the bar area at a table rather than the main family dining section. Cute place with great ambiance. Throughout the evening, we had two different servers--probably because the dining room wasn't as busy, while the bar area picked up as the night went on. We ordered from both the happy hour menu and the regular menu: stacked enchiladas stuffed with shredded short rib, served Christmas style with both red and green sauce; jalapeño cornbread with a pool of melted butter on top; and the "Asada Fries" from the happy hour menu, which are really more like nachos. Funny enough, they don't actually come with asada--that's extra--so don't assume "asada" fries means meat! My favorite of the three was definitely the jalapeño cornbread--so flavorful and delicious. The stacked enchiladas were my second favorite: rich because of the short rib, but very tasty. The nachos were good as well. Service was a bit slow, likely because they only had two servers and the place got busier as the evening went on. It took a while to place orders and get a server's attention. After waiting about 30 minutes after our entrees, we were finally able to order dessert. We chose the sopapillas, which I've had many times before since I grew up in Arizona where they're a staple. These were prepared more like beignets--dusted with powdered sugar. Four came with the order. Two were amazing: light, fluffy, and not greasy at all. My friend had never had one before and really enjoyed them. Unfortunately, the other two were hard and had grease trapped inside, so when you bit into them, grease poured out. Definitely a turnoff, and we left half the dessert untouched. To be fair, our server removed the dessert from our bill, which we appreciated. Overall, I'd recommend this place for its unique flavors. Portions are just right--not oversized. Pricing is moderate, and I'd probably come back again. read more

I can't lie. This place is a block from my house. And it is so convenient. I go here all the time. But even if it was not so convenient, I'd still make the trip. They have things on the menu I love. And I like that they try to add new ones, but I'm being honest, I love the things I have had for years, and are very sad when they are gone. But you will have to believe me about this. They have the best chips in town. No comparison. And the three dips that come with an order are the best!!! Eat in the bar for happy hour and enjoy the specials. read more

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I love this place! They have a fantastic happy hour and I got the shredded beef taco. Wow it was so good! I can't stop thinking about it. Our waitress was also our bartender and she made the best drinks I've ever had! The place is super cute. Has a couple of different areas to sit in, well lit and super clean. Plenty of street parking. read more

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Who doesn't love a HH on the weekend?!?! Parking is a wee bit of a challenge, which is what Broadway is known for. We bellied up to the bar, got a pitcher of margaritas and shared a couple of HH munchies. The bartenders are super nice too. AND they allow dogs. Bonus!! read more

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I've been here many times over the years and have not been disappointed. Even when busy, the staff is always attentive, which I appreciate. I actually came here with my brother on Thanksgiving as well after travel plans were cancelled. We actually came here because they didn't have a prefix holiday menu only and we were able to order from the regular menu as well. We both tried dishes we had not previously, and thoroughly enjoyed everything, including our cocktails. With so many restaurants closing in Long Beach, I'm glad Panxa is still here. read more

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This is my go to for brunch. I love blue corn pancakes and prickly pear mimosas. The service is great and there is always seating in the bar. read more

I've heard so many good things about this place & I had to find out for myself ... unfortunately my experience wasn't as spectacular as everyone made it seem it would be ... the food was okay, and the service was okay.. 1 brunch dish Sopes Benedicto and 1 appetizer Street Corn were actually yummy! I will definitely try this place again and pick some other items to see if they change my mind .. but sadly ..I was not impressed. read more

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I had the best fry bread taco here! We had their queso, so good. My husband had the enchilada with red and green sauce. We had their margarita and they were fantastic. We ended with some delicious blonde dessert. Our server was friendly and kind. Love the ambiance of the place. read more

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Went out with some friends and this was my first time at Panxa Cocina. Let me start with parking. Street parking only. There is a parking lot attached to restaurant and that is permit parking only, subject to tow. Inside is nicely decorated. There is a separate seating area by the bar that has TVs to watch sporting events. The drinks were really good. Had Here we go aGin and an old fashioned. Preferred the Gin. I had the Three Prawns that come with a house made pasta and it was really good. Had a nice spice kick to it. Service was great and the decor was inviting. read more

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Happy Hour is always the BEST at Panxa Cocina! Today I had the Chicken Chimichanga and the Short Rib Taquitos...of course, with their fabulous Margaritas. Great service. Great atmosphere. Great food. Just all around Great Place!! read more

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Okay, real talk: I showed up at Panxa Cocina in Long Beach expecting a romantic meet-a-cute via Hinge. Instead, I got a plot twist that would make a B-movie jealous. BUT -- thank heavens -- Panxa saved the night. The date? Actual chaos (let's just say "quasi mental patient" in the nicest possible way). The food and atmosphere at Panxa? Absolute miracle workers. The tacos I ordered were stellar. The modern New Mexican / Southwestern vibe they rock here is bold, creative, and just fun. Bonus for the gluten‐free folks: They've got you. There are plenty of gluten‐free and vegan options mentioned by reviewers, so you won't feel like you're sacrificing flavor or fun. The service? Kind, sharp, and unbothered by the drama happening at my table (no judgement, just deliciousness). The atmosphere? Cool, casual, neighborhood‐chic, the kind of place you could totally bring friends or family and have a great time. Here's the kicker: I will be going back -- and next time I'm bringing people who deserve to experience this hidden gem. Because if a dinner that started out super awkward ended up being this good, imagine how awesome it'll be when I'm in full "friendly crew" mode. If you're looking for food that speaks louder than weird date stories, Panxa Cocina is your spot. read more

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Came here for a late night dinner with a big group, they were surprisingly accommodating even though it was close to closing time and even split the check multiple ways. Kudos to Panxa for excellent service in that regard, and our waitress was also very attentive and friendly. Street parking only. Once you step in, the restaurant is fairly large and beautifully decorated. The menu is diverse and prices on the slightly higher end, though portions are generous and the presentation of dishes are top notch. I ordered the octopus ceviche and posole, which were both phenomenal. The posole was a bit spicy and smokey in flavor, different than the Mexican pozoles I am more accustomed to, and was served with scrumptious fry bread. They even serve the good kind of totopos (tortilla chips)! I also got to taste some of the mole enchiladas, which while a tad sweet for me was also tasty. Overall, a hidden gem and glad that someone decided to come for his birthday or else I may have never stumbled upon Panxa! read more

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Hmm I got here for Happy Hour, and I still don't think it was entirely worth it.  I got the margapeno, watermelon basil margarita, ceviche, chicken tacos, and duck chilaquiles. Drinks were pretty good, and $2 off for Happy Hour. They weren't too sweet, and had good, fun flavors.  The ceviche was pretty mediocre with no strong flavors in acid or spice. The best part was definitely the tortilla chips. This also meant that the duck chilaquiles were my favorite. They were very flavorful, and the chips maintained a bit of their crunch, even doused in sauce. The duck was also nicely cooked and tender. The tacos were lackluster and overpriced. I think there are plenty of good Mexican restaurants in Long Beach, and even better "upscale" Mexican restaurants. I don't think Panxa is a must visit, unfortunately. read more

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The environment was pretty nice I loved the aesthetic and the service was pretty good. Although it took a second for them to notice we were ready for the check but it was nice having the time to talk while we waited. The food was not the best but it was good. My bf had the pozole and it was good but missing a bit a salt. And the peta bread was super yummy. I had the enchilada which was also good but I couldn't get past the filling that it was missing something. read more

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Absolutely love the ambience here. Good music and good food at a reasonable price. Bartenders Shelby and Bryce were Amazing. Amanda and Shelby were also so sweet. read more

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Revisits to a once respected place have revealed some missteps and slight disappointments. Possibly, with all the 5 Star reviews, there are hits and misses. Unfortunately, a most recent revisit proved to be just misses. Strictly speaking, the experience here is from their dinner menu. Overall, the feeling of underwhelming comes to mind. Enchiladas should be quite a star of the show for a Latino-inspired restaurant. The chicken was overcooked, dry, and a bit underseasoned, while the mole sauce was overly sweet and lackluster. An order of sea bass was also overcooked, and the combination of couscous and squash on top of a yogurt sauce tasted more Mediterranean than anything else. The hatch chilli described on the menu that was incorporated into the yogurt sauce was so light, it was non-existent. Mexican/Latin cooking is about bold flavors, and the fusion aspect seems not to even give a hint. Other New Mexico favorites on the menu continued the trend of too subtle flavors and textures. Visits from years past certainly showed that there has been a change. Pricing updates are also a dampener on dinner. Some other items on their menu continue to be good, but it was difficult to feel that some things were missing compared to past visits. The consistency is lacking here. Drinks are creative, but on one evening, the margaritas were a bit light on their feet and especially at Happy Hour. The staff continue to be friendly and attentive. read more

if the manager or owner reads this, please know that you should never ever change your music selection on a Sunday afternoon. The house/edm music set the perfect vibe. Perfect! The food speaks for itself. Every single dish we tried was superb. Chicken posole was my fav. What an awesome experience for my mom's 65th!!! Shoutout to the hostess who was hyping up my dancing toddler , she saved us tantrums. read more

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Very tasty, friendly servers, kind of like that they waited for the whole party to be there to bring out the food at the same time. Very delicious on separate plates. We definitely tried a lil bit of everything those potatoes though were something else very delicious read more

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Anything you order at this New Mexican/California Fusion gem will he great! The food, drinks, and service were phenomenal. I have recommended this place to coworkers who live in Long Beach. I cant wait to come back. It is in a great neighborhood, too, so you can walk around the area before your reservation. What a great place! read more

Panxa Cocina serves New Mexico inspired food. This is not "Modern Mexican" or "New" Mexican style. These are dishes (Navajo Taco, Frito Pie, Posole) and ingredients (Hatch, Chimayó, Blue Corn) unique to the state itself. This is one of a handful of New Mexico restaurants in Southern California. We were seated on the patio immediately and Destiny was very attentive during the meal. We had the Stacked Enchiladas with Egg and Short Rib and The Green Chile Panxa Burger. It was all delicious, mildly spicy, and very satisfying. read more

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Very quaint, nice and relaxing ambiance nestled in a neighborhood near me! Friendly service and very attentive ! I had the pozole absolutely flavorful, authentic, delicious and lil spicy but I calmed it down with fresh lime juice... I'm a lil wimpy what can I say my friend had a Mexican pizza and she was very happy with her entree as well very filling of yumminous! Definitely worth checking out! read more

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Panxa Cocina is one of Belmont Heights best kept secrets! I went here for date night and was pleasantly surprised. The ambiance was very nice it has a nicely lit small dining room with Mexican murals and art which allows for a beautifully decorated dining experience but we opted for the bar area which had mood lighting, high top tables and plenty of seats at the bar, TVs, and great music. The food was EXCELLENT we had the Stacked Short Rib Christmas Enchiladas, the Flaquita margarita pitcher and the "New Mexican" Pizza. An amazing rendition of the classic Mexican dish and the Taco Bell fan favorite. The meat was perfectly cooked and melted in your mouth. The Chimayo red chili and hatch green chili complemented the dishes perfectly. The "New Mexican" pizza was packed with flavor and all the ingredients combined to make a truly excellent dish. The margarita was sweet but not overpowering and you can taste the spirit, they don't use triple sec, syrups, or liqueurs here which really makes all the flavors shine and not get drowned out by sugar. Overall a great classic margarita. The service was quick and fast. We went at about 8pm near closing time and we were sat instantly and ordered shortly thereafter. Our server constantly refreshed drinks and checked in. She personalized my visit after I told her it was my first time and explained the menu in detail telling us the history behind the restaurant and also checked back after we preferred to see how we were liking it . I highly recommend Panxa Cocina for a night filled with great food and great drinks! read more

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It's a clean restaurant with acceptable service. The food, however, was extremely dry and tasted old. I came here specifically for the chicken and waffles, based on a recommendation. The chicken tasted like the Albertsons fried chicken, where it's really chewy and rubbery but dry at the same time. I used to work at a chicken and waffles restaurant, that chicken was not fresh. The crust was chewy and hard to eat, the meat was extremely dry. The waffle tasted like canned corn and was too crumbly to put on my fork. It's a shame, I was hoping to have found a new chicken and waffles place. I feel bad because the manager gave me a discount, and I literally ate all the chicken because I was absolutely starving, but I just pray I don't get a stomachache. That was one of the worst meals I'd had in a long time, I'm giving it 3 stars because she had given me a discount and looked pretty apologetic, but I had originally only given 2 stars. Update: yes, I got food poisoning. Review back to 2 stars as a warning to others. Not worth the discount. read more

The crew hosted a wonderful tequila and mezcal tasting last week. Walk around appetizers were terrific, and so was the vibe. Third time to this event. I will return soon for some full service food, and the best aquave beverages in Long Beach. read more

A low-key restaurant in the Belmont Heights neighborhood serves AMAZING happy hour dishes and drinks. I was shocked to find a standalone restaurant in this residential neighborhood. Parking was tough to find, as the restaurant does not have an assigned parking space for its guests, so the only option was street parking. What we ordered from the HAPPY HOUR menu: ELOTE TEMPURA BALLS (Sweet corn, cotija, Morita, lime, aioli, paprika) - My favorite item on the happy hour menu. If you are looking for something sweet, these fried balls will DELIGHTFULLY melt in your mouth. CHICKEN CHIMICHANGA (Shredded chicken, cheese, pico hatch chili, Chimayo, chili, crema) - SUPERB mini fried burrito with fantastic hatch chili sauce smothered all over the plate that makes your mouth dance with each bite. SHORT RIB TAQUITOS (3) (short rib, shredded lettuce, pico, crema, hatch, and Chimayo chile)--This item is not about the meat but all about the sauce. Those dual hatch and Chimayo chile sauces were out-of-this-world delicious. The dual sauce taste countered and balanced really well. Also, the taquitos were fried incredibly well. CEVICHE TOSTADA (white fish, Morita, cilantro, cabbage, pico) - Interesting ceviche uses cooked white (fish) meat instead of raw seafood. Overall, I enjoyed this item but lacked the definition of a traditional ceviche. PIZZA PORT Beer (Ale) - $2 discount during Happy Hour. Cheers to that! read more

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Great food, friendly servers. A local favorite when I'm in town. I love the posole though have enjoyed everything on the menu that I have tried, including the stacked enchiladas! The bar has a nice ambiance, too, though we usually eat in the dining room. read more

Food and ambience is cool but pricing is a little high. I've been here for an event and lunch before. Panxa Cocina specailizes in new Mexican cuisine which includes chilaquiles, quiches, eggs benedicts, and even burgers. Their foods are pretty and and always beautifully presented. They also have an awesome drink menu with margaritas and cocktails. The last time I came here I got their chilaquiles which came with eggs cooked any way you like. I thought it was pretty good. I also had a smokey mango margarita which was enjoyable. The inside of this place is cute and casual. It's a great spot to meet up with friends or family and hang out. It has a great vibe and they have a cool bar area. The staff is always really nice and helpful. Overall its a cool spot to grab brunch or lunch. read more

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Food was great & the portion sizes were just right. The service was awesome, waitress was super attentive. The setting is nice and well put together, good place to grab a bite / drink. read more

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Came for a birthday brunch and it was amazing! The food was delicious and the customer service was great. The location is super convenient and there's plenty of street parking nearby. read more

OMGOSH! One of the MOST WONDERFUL DINING EXPERIENCE'S EVER! Stacked enchiladas with red Christmas sauce( Red and Green) , stuffed zucchini blossom flowers with feta ... this menu is one of the most inventive I have ever seen. I could hardly decide what to order! Ambience, professional chef and wait servers.... PLEASE YOU HAVE TO GO! Beautiful mural on back wall... I could go on and on.... JUST GO! read more

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ambient lighting, high top tables, tasteful drinks! shout out to Nikki our waitress, she was so kind & explained the New Mexico cuisine. although we only got chips & dips, it still hitttt! super fresh guac & hot from the stove chips! okay. THE SMOKEY MANGO MARG!!! true to flavor, and they def didn't skimp out on the tequila! so delicious & refreshing & you truly get the Smokey flavor! the o keef marg was a cute pink color & was yummy as well! food wise hmmm we didn't get to try any :D ...I honestly would come here for the drinks!! read more

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Came here for brunch. There were a few tables that were occupied so we were able to choose where we wanted to sit. They had a variety of mimosas which was good, we got a bottle and mixed and matched. They have a full bar which was empty cause again we were there during the week for brunch.... Food was ok. Parking is kinda hard to find. They have outdoor seating so it's doggo friendly. read more

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Great service & great food! Loved that they had a puppy menu for my dog and tons of outdoor seating for pups read more

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Cute interior ! Fun location. Polite service. But the food was a miss. The only thing we enjoyed was the jalapeño corn bread as an appetizer. Honestly this was soooo very good. Would recommend this to anyone. The ceviche fish meat was dry and tough. Lacked flavor as well. The steak skillet dish and chilaquiles were Underwhelming. just average. read more

Came to celebrate our friends birthday and it was such a great experience! The food is incredible - I had the stacked enchiladas and ordered the side rice, beans and corn! All I can say is WOW! Must try, you will not be disappointed!!! read more

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I brunched here this past weekend and the brunch at Panxa Cocina wasn't it. Our table started with the chips and dips ($13). The app comes with a trio of hatch green chile salsa, guacamole, and black bean puree. I especially liked that it came as like a sampler. For my entree, I ordered the smothered breakfast burrito ($21). It comes with scrambled eggs, potatoes, queso Oaxaca with your choice of protein (pork sausage for me). You also get to choose how your burrito is smothered: hatch green, chimayo red or Christmas. I did ask for it to be half + half, however it came completely smothered in chimayo red. It wasn't bad, but it was a whole lot of chimayo red. My burrito's insides were no bueno. The potatoes were undercooked and there was a whole lot of nothing going on in the burrito. More cheese might have saved it, but overall it lacked a great deal of flavor. There was no star ingredient to save the day. The general consensus of our party was that everything ordered tasted very bland. While it's more common for one dish to be mid, we all found our entrees to be lacking flavor. And there were five us dining together. Service was very spotty, which I don't typically mind especially during brunch, here, it was noticeably slow. Slow is okay, but lack of attentiveness was also noted. Food aside, the space is so, so cute. And they take resys. read more

Panxa Cocina - smothered breakfast burrito: scramble eggs, potatoes, queso oaxaca, pork sausage smothered in chimayo red = $21 - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Long Beach, California

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My wife's family on her mother's side originally came from Spain and migrated to the United States and settled in Hurley New Mexico. So, when I started dating my wife, she introduced me to her mom's side of the family who was raised reading New Mexican Cuisine like, NM Enchiladas which are stacked then topped between each layer were Pan seared corn tortillas, onion, cheddar cheese and a heaping scoop of NM Red Chile. Then, it was cooked in the microwave (modern version) to melt everything together, then a fried egg or two was placed on top. You gotta crack the yolk all over the stacked enchilada. Upon, arriving I snapped a photo of the exterior, which had an old vibe to it but the interior was very modern. We were greeted with a smile by the hostess and we got to pick our seating. Our server didn't come right away but a hung lady who was helping the server came and took our order. I had my mind set already on the Stacked Enchilada (always have to compare to my wife's family) and my wife ordered the Fry Bread Taco (very reminiscent of being on the reservation in NM). While our orders were sent off, we opted in getting two appetizers: the Goat Cheese Stuffed Squash Blossoms and the Green Chile Cornbread. Luckily for us, the two appetizers came out first and we got to digging in and they were absolutely delicious! Packed with flavor and a good portion for two people. We were getting excited for our Entrees...as they came, not only did they look appetizing, they were absolutely scrumpdilliumous! We were very happy with everything we ordered! We will definitely be coming back here again to try more dishes. 4.5 out of 5 stars...minus, 0.5 for lackluster service from our main server. But the female who originally took our order was a saving grace. Give them a try! read more

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