Consistently 5 stars! Celebrated hubby's Birthday and all he wanted this morning was a solid eggs Benedict - I instantly thought Schooner or Later. It was raining so we sat inside and the interior dining space took me back 50 years ago to sitting in a booth with my family when it was called "Little Ship's Galley". Obviously the new owners have redone and expanded the outdoor and indoor dining areas but the vibe to me is just as personable and inviting as I remember it. Alexandria, one of our servers, was so friendly and we also had another server taking care of our table who was just as attentive so our coffee cups were full and kept warm. Food: consistently great and generously portioned. You could easily share one meal but the birthday boy wanted the Country fried steak with biscuits and gravy and I narrowed my order down to a Mexican Omelette, subbing carne asada out for Ortega chili with hash browns and blueberry muffin as my sides. Since it was a birthday celebration, Mimosas and a cinnamon roll were obligatory and delicious!! Food reviews and suggestions: the Country Breakfast is huge and my hubby, former Texan, claimed that the chicken fried steak was as good as it gets along with the biscuits and gravy. My omelette was also huge and stuffed so much so that I could only eat about half, boxing the remaining omelette, muffin and hash browns to go. The cinnamon roll was so soft, cinnamony and delicious. I'd also recommend from past visits, the pancakes, waffles and eggs Benedict. To sweeten our breakfast experience, Alexandria brought my husband a Birthday Sundae with 2 spoons. Somehow we made room and finished the bowl. Schooner or Later is a great place to relish old memories and make new memories with family and friends. On a warm day, be prepared to wait because their outdoor waterfront patio fills up quickly. It was more crowded than we thought on a rainy day because the food is so good!! read more

If there was 0 stars 0 stars would be given! I drove about an hour and a half to try this restaurant in Long Beach because I had heard good things. I sat at the bar where the cooks prepare the food right in front of you, and unfortunately what I saw was really concerning. None of the cooks were wearing gloves, and they were handling multiple ingredients with their bare hands--cheese, lettuce, and avocados--without washing their hands between items. I have an avocado allergy, so watching that level of cross-contamination made me very uncomfortable. Food allergies are serious, and restaurants should take better precautions. The food itself was mediocre, and after seeing the food handling practices I couldn't enjoy the meal. After driving such a long distance to try this place, it was a big disappointment. I personally won't be returning. read more

Good stuff first: Service was great! Food was good! OK, now the bad stuff: A place with Schooner in their name should at least have cold beer! This was my first time here and I was terribly disappointed. The beer couldn't have been colder than 40°. The mugs were not frozen like the pictures show. We got there pretty early so there's no excuse for the mugs not to be frozen or at least cold. Unfortunately, the only reason for trying this place out was to have a cold beer. I'm not sure the reason, but we should've at least got warned so we could order bottled beer or something. Bad first impression for me! read more

Horrible service Stephanie is very rude Music was wack Food was alright Unseasoned workers forsure go to breakfast bar ! read more

Waterfront dining at its best....it doesn't get much better than this in Southern California (or anywhere, for that matter). I enjoyed a delicious breakfast here. The service is excellent and friendly. The food is prepared quickly. The coffee is great. All around great choice on a beautiful day read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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Love this charming place on the water. We sat on the patio overlooking the boats. We started our vacation with 16 oz mimosas! Delish! Everyone enjoyed their meals. Service was excellent. Would definitely return and recommend. read more

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We went there after a nice day at the hair salon. Day was lovely and perfect for outdoor dining. I ordered a tuna sandwich and my husband had the Reuben sandwich with fries. Tuna was good but don't care for the sweetness of the relish. The sandwich my husband got was pretty good. Overall I'd come here again. Service was great, seating was outdoors and food was good. Nice trio! read more

I wish I can put 0!!!! Unseasoned workers Music was horrible Food was dry Wish they were happy to work here read more

Schooner or Later - Sandwiches Near Me - Long Beach, California

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. read more

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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. read more

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Went here on a Friday for brunch. Greeted and seated outside in the patio section. Ordered its specialty schooner signature of bloody mary. One for me and one for my wife. Was served in minutes! The taste of bloody mary sings the birds of the sky of delightment! Ordered our breakfast entrees of eggs and potatoes. Received and was delivered in a timely manner. Food was great! No complaints. The ambiance was great. Was feeling the 75 degree weather over viewing the bay. I can smell the ocean water which was all part of the experience. Good food and Service! Plenty of free parking. Restrooms are outside of the establishment. I would definitely come back! read more

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5 star Bloody Mary. 4 star food. 4.5 star service. Came with family for brunch. Waited about 1.25 hours for a table. (Expected). Extensive menu with lots of options. read more

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Came here for brunch and had a bit of a mixed experience. The biggest downside was the wait time, we were quoted a much longer wait than what it actually ended up being, and bar seating wasn't offered to us until we noticed other guests being seated there. That part was a little frustrating and could definitely be handled better. That said, once we were seated, everything turned around. The food was fantastic, flavorful, well prepared, and absolutely worth it. Our server was also amazing, attentive, friendly, and made sure we were well taken care of. Overall, this place has great food and service, but the host stand could use more training. Being more welcoming and giving more accurate wait times would make the experience much smoother. With that improvement, this would easily be a top-notch brunch spot. read more

Sat down on patio here and there is a nice view of the Long Beach Marina. I use to come to this place over a decade ago and the food and service were good- good was abundant and prices were great. I brought my granddaughter and she ordered silver dollar pancakes off the children's menu. I ordered steel cut oats. It is $10.95 for an approx. 1 cup portion. Everything- berries nuts, are extra $2 to $3.95 . I ordered a side of turkey sausage. $8.95 . It was literally 3 super thin & tiny slices of what tasted like Jimmy Dean sausage. The kids breakfast meal was 9.99 and just enough for a small child. The service was just ok- not everyone was super friendly. I did not want to write a bad review but I was really disappointed in this place and won't return when I am in town. Bill was $35 and it was so not worth it but for a view. read more

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Been here a few times, love it, parking is always easy, but the spaces are small. Never waited too long. Great atmosphere, good food, great service. Large portions, and great flavor for a fair price. Indoor and outdoor seating. Very clean. Good views. Great drinks, and highly recommend and will return. read more

Schooner or Later - Sandwiches Near Me - Long Beach, California

I discovered this restaurant from watching an episode of "Dexter" the food has been great everytime and this time was no different. Great service. Our server was going on break she let us know that and the sever who covered for her came right over and helped us. I devoured everything on my plate.i hate the pancakes before I could take a picture but they were good. I had outside seating. It was sunny out, nice breeze and plenty of shade. In the city but away from the city. If you are in the area you have to come here. read more

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I visited here with a colleague on a Wednesday morning. Despite the weekday morning they were quite busy. The view overlooking the marina was nice. I had the "Mexican omlette" filled with carne asada, salsa, cilantro and cheese. It was served with hashbrowns and sourdough toast. My colleague had the chilaquiles which looked equally delicious. If youd like a fun, fresh spot to grab brunch overlooking the marina, definitely check this out! read more

Schooner or Later - View of the marina from the patio. - Sandwiches Near Me - Long Beach, California

Took some out of town family here for brunch and had a really nice meal and good time. I had the tuna melt that was very good. Everyone said they enjoyed what they ordered including the Bloody Mary's. The weather was perfect for sitting outside and the staff were all friendly and helpful. Lots of parking just make sure its not reserved for the people with boats here at the marina. read more

Schooner or Later - Tuna Melt 10/5/25 - Sandwiches Near Me - Long Beach, California

It has been a long time since I've been here and finally my daughter and I got here on Mother's Day 2025 at 7:15 am and the place already had several tables filled and folks waiting. Staff was just finishing setup! I did the lox and bagel plate. Awesome. My Everything bagel was surprisingly light, the lox super fresh and with the perfect amount complimented with capers and cream cheese. My daughter got an omelet (forget which one) but had some avocado slices on top and she loved it. She was also duly impressed by the side of fresh fruit - stawberries! She detests the sides of grapes and watermelon! The huge biscuit was wonderful. She took most of that home, munching it throughout the day. The breakfast menu on one side; lunch on the other. This place is located on the marina between Seal Beach and Long Beach. Ample free parking (at least in the am) and the Seal Beach Yacht club is next door. Bathrooms are aplenty and clean. Service was good with the manager, possibly owner coming by to check a few times if all was well. They also have liquor! Enjoy. There's a reason the place has been here since 1985! The original owner passed away recently as locals know, but his sister/family still manage the restaurant, I believe. read more

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Came for sunday brunch after our friends shared their wonderful experience. We tried the country fried steak and it was crispy and tasty. I don't think the serving is quite big enough to share between 2 people and be full, but I'd recommend doing what we did and ordering that dish as well as the cinnamon roll french toast to share. The cinnamon roll french toast was SO good! Service was very friendly and attentive even though we sat on the far end of the outdoor deck. The place was super busy and lively, as expected for Sunday brunch. We were quoted about a 1 hour wait but only ended up waiting about 40 minutes. read more

If you're not brunching at Schooner or Later, wyd? This waterfront gem is everything you want in a weekend vibe: boats bobbing in the harbor, a casual crowd, and giant, glorious plates of food that'll have you clutching your to-go box like a prize. Yes, there's usually a wait--but don't panic! Grab a mimosa or coffee from the cute little drink stand while you soak up that marina breeze. Let's talk food: The Mess (or its modest cousin, Half a Mess) is the breakfast scramble of champions--literally the kitchen sink tossed on a plate and it WORKS. If you lean sweet, their pancakes and French toast are chef's kiss--fluffy, golden, and begging for syrup. Also, major bonus points for being dog-friendly! They'll bring out water bowls for your pup like it's part of the VIP experience. Who knew brunch could be a treat for you and your furry friend? Prices are totally fair for the massive portions, and while service and parking are both "pretty decent," the real MVPs here are the vibes and the food coma you're guaranteed to walk away with. Come hungry. Leave happy. Possibly in a food daze. read more

Schooner or Later - Sandwiches Near Me - Long Beach, California

My friend brought me here just to hang out and have a couple of cocktails and appetizer, the food, service in the whole aviance about this place that's very nice. I will return again. read more

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My friends and I came here for brunch, and it was such a beautiful spot, right on the marina, with super sweet waiters, and really delicious food. We were there around noon on a Saturday so for a group of 6, we had to wait about 20 minutes to be seated. They had a very nice area of benches to sit while we waited, and it didn't feel long at all. We loved that both breakfast and lunch are served all day - our group was able to mix and match with what we were all feeling like, and everyone loved their food! In general the portion sizes were really big (unless you are activtely ordereing a small meal, which is to be expected), so it is quite decently priced considering how much food they give you. When multiple of us ordered mimosas, our waitress let us know we could get them cheaper by ordering a whole bottle of champaign and a cup of orange juice - which worked out great! Overall we were super impressed by Schooner or Later, and I cannot wait for the next time I am in Long Beach to try more of their huge menu offering! read more

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If it's not for the big sign along Marina Drive, you would not know this place is even there. It looks like the original dining area inside is quite small, but with there outdoor it dog friendly adds quite a bit more of seating to accommodate the large crowds. Even with a large capacity, we still had a twenty minute wait which actually was not that bad because they take your phone number to text you when your table is ready, so while you're waiting, you can admire the beautiful yacht's asking the docks of the marina. As we got seated outside our table had no umbrella so it was actually hot under the sun, but when we notified then, they accommodated us with an umbrella in a speedy manner and made our breakfast very comfortable dining in the marina. For some reason, it made me think of Gilligan's Island. IYKYK. As for our food I went with the chicken fried steak breakfast and my wife went with the Pork chop country breakfast. The CFS was ok to me. They used a different style of batter which made it crispy but it was like eating a beer batteries Steak. It was just different. The sausage gravy was nice and thick but something in my meal was over salted, but I still finished it any way. My wife said the Pork chop was a bit tough and dry, but still had good flavor. I would probably come back because the service was good, the food decent, but their prices were on the high end. Average entree started at about eighteen dollars and up. The place is definitely the spot on a nice cool spring morning. read more

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The food was super good and it was very nice outside! The servers were kind and the clam chowder was super good! I really liked the 1/2 sandwich and soup meal since it's a great deal and good lunch size! read more

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If you like a casual place with an amazing view highly recommended. The best thing about this restaurant is it open early morning. read more

The price for the food is a little high but maybe because you are paying for a pretty view and location. The people who work here are very nice and very kind! Their bloody Mary is so delicious! That is what will bring me back. Maybe I will have to try something else on the food menu but the nachos was probably not the best thing to get read more

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Hadn't been here in years but great to see the Service has not dropped off. A lot busier than I remember but we'll worth the wait. My Crab Omelet had a good amount of Cran in every bite and very well flavored. The Avocado and Hollandaise Sauce made for a great bite. The Biscuit was good on its own and really didn't need butter but I did. Various Coffees, Beer and Cocktails can be purchased in the waiting area which was not available before. Great day near the water so for some people regardless of the outside temperature, if you are not used to Beach weather bring a swester or a Hoodie. Yallhollaatchaboy! read more

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My mom and I decided to get the Schooner Sampler, a Blue Moon schooner for me, and a margarita for her. We sat on the patio, just near the railing. Beautiful view of the marina. The food server was quick and very attentive. At least every 5 minutes, if not less. Impressed with the service and with the view. The sampler was great, too. Those Jalapeño cheese curds were my favorite; a cheesy, spicy bit of heaven. read more

Bomb food! Try the crab omelette and add spam! Service is good! Ambiance is perfect by the boats on a sunny day . read more

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Came here with some coworkers after a Friday morning run on the beach. Really busy, but looks like we just beat the breakfast and brunch crowd and got seated right away. Really cool view of the marina when sitting outside and the huge umbrellas provide nice shade. You're pretty close to the other tables, but it was still a cool atmosphere to eat and talk with friends. Really big menu for breakfast and lunch. I think I made a mistake when I ordered the chilaquiles with red sauce. It was decent, but a little too spicy for me. I wish I got something else. The breakfast plates and sandwiches my coworkers got looked a lot more tastier than mine. Besides that, the food came out pretty quickly and the servers were all friendly. If you're in the Long Beach area, this seems like one of the spots you should try at least once. read more

Do you like the great outdoors? A view of water and boat docks? It's pretty to look at. But, I'm not the target audience. I'm an indoor AC person. I've been here a few times. Each time it started out bearable sun wise. But, I'm completely melting after the sun moves. But, the food is good. I had the 2 egg breakfast with a biscuit. It was homemade and so tender it completely fell apart. The home potatoes with bell peppers and onion were very yummy. They give you a slice of ham big enough to share with a few people. read more

First found this place out of the blue after my 5K run event and became one of my family's new favorite breakfast spot. Their biscuits are a must!!! Literally so fluffy and moist like I'm eating a cake. Always feels like I'm at a diner on a family trip when we are seated inside. read more

Schooner or Later - 2 Eggs Any Style (over-medium eggs, turkey sausage, berries, and biscuit) - Sandwiches Near Me - Long Beach, California

Schooner or later is consistently a phenomenal breakfast joint. The food is outstanding, the service is prompt and friendly, and the ambience is outstanding having a gorgeous view of the marina. If you visit here, may I strongly suggest "the mess", topped with chili and a side of biscuits and gravy. read more

Schooner or Later - The mess topped with chili and a side of biscuits and gravy. - Sandwiches Near Me - Long Beach, California

Today we had the pleasure of trying Schooner or Later. This was my first time and let me tell you the service was amazing as we had a pretty large group for brunch. The mimosas were strong! The coffee was delicious and all the staff that we came in contact with were very nice. The food was good and came out pretty fast for our large group. We will be back as the location is beautiful by the water. read more

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Here is another amazing place for breakfast or brunch. Breakfast is amazing and you get a waterfront view. You can get started with some mimosas or your coffee if preferable. So many options to choose from I give this place a 10/10 being one of my favorite places to come with friends or on a date. I had the huevos rancheros with house potatoes, delicious. If you are around the area you should definitely consider stopping by. read more

Schooner or Later - Huevos Rancheros with House Potatoes - Sandwiches Near Me - Long Beach, California

It was a beautiful day in Long Beach California to enjoy brunch sitting in the Marina. I haven't been here since before 2020 and I am pleasantly surprised that the food is still delicious. The drinks have the right kick, and the servers are amazing, Bailey is a sweetheart, her attentiveness was refreshing. If you haven't been but want to, please go. You may have to wait to be seated but it is well worth it. We chatted with awesome people while sipping on our cocktails. Loved it!! Sorry no pics, I was too busy clinking glasses and socializing. Haha read more