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    Schooner or Later

    3.7 (2.3k reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    SCHOONER OR LATER ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Calamari was over cooked
    Carolyn G.

    Would of had a higher rating but why is everyone in a rush! It's a beautiful day! I even said I wanted to sit and enjoy! I get it if busy and want to flip a table. But we were enjoying and appetizer and food. We were on our second beer, not finished and the lady came over started to clear our table and asked if we wanted a box? She brought a box and closed our tab. I told my husband, sad, so we closed out and left went to a different place to enjoy! We're not in a rush at all! I wanted to order a different appetizer and more drinks. I told our waitress next time please don't close out a table unless you know they are done or ask for check. Yes, I'll try again, maybe a bad day.

    Biscuits and gravy
    Janine D.

    This is another fantastic SoCal location...right in the beautiful LB Marina. We brought an out-of-state visitor here for breakfast. It wasn't too busy today, so service was pretty good ( a few small issues) The food is consistently good here. Servings are generous. I must say, however, that the Eggs Benedict are somewhat uninspiring I probably won't order those again. Overall, it was a lovely morning dockside!

    Such a unique and delicious "biscuit" (flakey & light) that came with my CFS breakfast.  Lovely!
    Julie N.

    It's summer, so one of my favorite things to do is eat outside at a good restaurant with good food and a great view! All three pertain here. Sit on the patio. The view is amazing and it's very comfortable with the umbrellas to provide shade & sun. Since I love CFS for breakfast and only order it when I go out, it's a sure treat especially when it's cooked to perfection. My friend ordered the fish & chips which were plentiful!! They were a little too battered for my taste, but the fish was amazing. The most beautiful square "biscuit" came with my order which was also delicious and complimented the gravy and CFS well. We came here around noon and they kept the guests seated, well fed and our server was exceptionally pleasant. Didn't keep the receipt for her name, but we were here on Monday, 6-22-26 at noon and sat on the corner table by the serving station.

    Puneet G.

    The only thing knocking a star is the wait. Theres always a significant wait on the weekends (an hour) But the servers are great, the food is solid and the prices are great

    Patio view
    Brian B.

    July 4th breakfast on the patio. Had the eggs Benedict with berries on the side and a mimosa. Perfect weather , the eggs were cooked as I requested. Staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. A true kick back , breakfast spot that feeds your body, and alows the. Location to decompress your mind.

    Connie T.

    I was honestly curious -- if this place is so good, why is it sitting at 3.5 stars on Yelp? After experiencing it for ourselves and reading through the reviews, I completely understand. The common complaint? Service. And unfortunately, we agree. From the moment we sat down, it was a waiting game. We waited quite a while before anyone came over just to take our drink order. After that, it was another 30 minutes before our waitress returned to take our food order. What made it more frustrating was seeing multiple servers standing around or walking past us without acknowledging that we were still holding menus and hadn't ordered yet. A simple check-in would've gone a long way. It was a beautiful day, and we opted for patio seating, which had a great vibe -- but the sun was beating down on us and the long wait made it less enjoyable. As for the food, it was a mixed bag. I ordered The Mess with a side of avocado. I actually enjoyed it -- chopped ham, crispy bacon, hash browns, and onions all came together nicely. My husband ordered the country chicken fried steak with extra gravy. Unfortunately, the gravy was overly salty with a strong rosemary aftertaste that overpowered the dish. Drinks were solid. The schooner of beer hit the spot, and the Bloody Mary was actually pretty good. Overall, the service really set the tone for us. Sadly, this will be our first and last time here for brunch.

    Terry M.

    It's been a good while since I've dined @ Schooner or Later, but I was dropping one kid off at Sea Base and promised my other breakfast, and you can't beat the view here. :) Food: Americana favorites, breakfast and lunch - from burritos to beefeaters. Service: Quick and friendly, there's always a crowd so they're handling business. Ambiance: This is what you're here for, a sunny day on the docks cannot be beat! Pair it with a cold adult beverage and life is good. :)

    Crab & Avocado Benedict
    Natalie P.

    The crab Benedict at Schooner Later in Long Beach absolutely blew me away. For my first visit, I wasn't expecting such a mountain of crab -- but there was no shortage at all. Every bite was meaty, rich, and incredibly satisfying, and for $25, it felt like a total steal. The avocado was fresh, the flavors were balanced, and pairing it with fresh fruit made the whole plate feel even brighter. The staff was friendly and upbeat, and our waitress stayed attentive even though the place was super busy. We even got to meet the owner, who was just as warm and excited as we were to be there. For a first-time visit, it felt genuinely welcoming. I'll definitely be back.

    Sign in front
    Doug B.

    Schooner or Later is a waterfront breakfast and lunch joint in Long Beach. It was an overcast afternoon, but the sun kept popping through so we decided to sit out on the patio. The view and fresh air were great. The patio is a good size and there are probably a dozen or so tables. There are only a few tables that are permanently covered and in the shade. They do have umbrellas for the tables, but they were not out when we visited. They also have heat lamps for when it is cold outside. There is plenty of parking only a few steps away from front of the restaurant. I decided to go outside of the box and ordered "The Mess". This is a blend of chopped ham, bell peppers, onion, hash browns, eggs, and cheddar cheese. It is $18.95 for a half size portion, and only $21.70 for the full size portion, so it's silly to not pay a few extra dollars and take any leftovers home. I ate about half of it, and it was pretty good as-is, but it was missing a little something. I had the rest at home and added sour cream which made it way better. I would definitely recommend adding sour cream, avocado, or chili which are optional add-ons at the restaurant. It also comes with two slices of sourdough toast, and there are several flavors of packaged jelly on the table. She had the Cinnamon Roll French Toast ($16.75), and added a side of scrambled eggs and sausage ($8.95). She said it was good, and the portion size is pretty generous. Service was prompt and friendly.

    Sallie R.

    Such a wonderful restaurant to dine at for brunch. My friend and I visited on a Thursday morning with no long wait time. We waited about 15 minutes for a table facing the marina. Started off with some delicious Bloody Mary's. One of the best in town. I ordered their Classic Benedict with a side of cottage cheese and my friend had the crab Benedict with sweet potatoes fries. My friend mentioned the sweet potatoes fries were delicious. I had no complaints with my breakfast. Everything hit the spot! Server did mistake hash browns for cottage cheese, but she was nice enough to bring it on the side. Service was good and quick especially when it got super busy. Really enjoyed my time having breakfast outside by the water. Great start to begin my day!

    Loaded Schooner Breakfast Burrito
    Brittany S.

    First time here. Marissa took great care of us, on it with the refills, pre-bussing, and any other extra needs. Great view with a breeze. Definitely recommend outside. It's bright and sunny but the tables are all shaded. The eggs Benny with crab had lovely large real crab chunks and the breakfast burrito was huge!

    Breakfast menu 9/25
    Michael V.

    Had lunch with my buddy He suggested Schooner or later and I readily agreed. Lunch crowd was out, probably due to the gorgeous weather. So for the first time we sat inside. Still enjoying the views through the large windows. Nicely air conditioned so the temperature was comfortable. He ordered a beef eater and I had my standard crab and avocado melt. Both were tasty and we both cleaned our plates as usual. We always have a great time at Schooner or later.

    Bowl of chili
    Dari P.

    We came here for lunch and sat outside with a great view of the boats in the marina. Service was very nice. I had crunchy Asian chicken salad, with enough to take home for later. It was very very good. Waitress was very nice and kept our drinks refilled. Last time I came here it was raining, but today I got to enjoy the sunshine.

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    Thank you Alfredo, we really appreciate our customers!

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    They need to take reservations as the wait times are too long and the waiters are never around the service is bad

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    Ask the Community - Schooner or Later

    Do they have a full liquor license or just wine and beer?

    They have a full liquor license.

    Do they serve bottomless mimosas?

    Sorry, not sure

    Can we have reservation for tomorrow? My husband is a handicap wheelchair bound. There are 4 of us.

    I highly recommend you phone them. I'm sure they'll be able to accommodate you since they have a vast spacious outdoor dining area. Be sure to specify if you need a shaded area.

    When are the down times?

    This was my first visit so I can not tell you.

    Are children allowed to dine here? Do they have any kid friendly menu options

    Yes, kids are allowed. And yes, there is a kids menu with games on it.

    Will you be open for mother's Day this year and do you accept reservations?

    Hi Jorri Please contact the restaurant I don't have that answer. But you will have a really good time and the view is amazing.

    Is the outdoor seating dog friendly?

    Approved service dogs are always welcome. People who bring their pets usually sit at a table on the perimeter of the patio and their dog sits on the outside next to their table.

    How many people are allowed to sit at 1 table during COVID?

    I've seen tables of six or more.

    Will they be open for in house dining on Father's Day?

    Hi there yes we are open for dine in seven days a week including Father’s Day our hours are 7 to 3

    Bottomless mimosas for brunch?

    No , sorry Schooner does not serve bottomless Mimosas!

    Dogs allowed on the patio?

    Well behaved dogs

    Does this place have bottomless mimosas?

    I'm not 100% sure but I'm going to say no they don't.

    Can you make reservations?

    Sure. San Diego Parks website.

    For a table of about 13 people do we have to call ahead of time or is it just first come first serve?

    First come, first serve.

    Do they allow dogs in the patio area?

    Hi Susanna, As much as we love dogs, we like to respect all of our customers as far as safety, some people don't want to dine with dogs! We also worry about the behavior,… 

    Does Schooner or Later have TV's to watch NFL?

    Yes, we have 1 70in TV!

    Does this place have a long waiting list?

    If u come for breakfast it can be a long wait.

    Do you have a full liquor license or just beer & wine?

    Full liquor license. Drinks are great!

    Do you guys have a bottomless mimosa brunch?

    They don't. My friends and I went a couple months back and its like $15 for the bottle and orange juice. between the 4 of us we had maybe 2 bottles (I am not a heavy drinker but my friends kinda are). later found out the bottles are like $6 at… 

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