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We love coming here for breakfast. The service has always been great, the food is good, and the view of the marina is a plus!
I have been here several times in the past and remember not really caring for this place. They have one item that is good on their breakfast menu, however it was my husband's first time and our anniversary. My husband order lox and bagel and a pancake. Unfortunately the lox and bagel upset his stomach and his pancake had a hair in it. The syrup was very stringy so he didn't enjoy his meal. I ordered a greek chicken salad and the chicken did not taste fresh at all and had a weird flavor that you know it is bought from somewhere. I was also disappointed as whi does greek salad with iceberg lettuce and very tiny amounts of tomato and cucumbers as well as the Feta cheese. We were both very disappointed! Service was not the most friendliest either. The outside ambiance is very nice as you are overlooking Long Beach Marina. Unfortunately we will never be back here.
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.
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!
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.
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
We had a nice breakfast here. The food was fresh and tasty, the atmosphere was pleasant, and the staff was friendly. Overall, a good experience and a nice spot for breakfast.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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. :)
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!
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
6 months ago
2 years ago
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
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
1 year ago
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
1 year ago
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
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
1 year ago
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
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11 months ago
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
10 months ago
Bomb food! Try the crab omelette and add spam! Service is good! Ambiance is perfect by the boats on a sunny day . read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
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
8 months ago
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
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
6 months ago
Located at the marina , parking near by . Nice location , restroom are located outside around the corner. Overall it was like any other diner , the food was just mid to me nothing out of the ordinary . I got hot chocolate as well that tasted exactly like the Swiss powder you get from the box mixed with water LOL . The waitress might have been new because she gave me sourdough instead of a biscuit for my order when in the menu it said biscuit overall not even sure if I had got double charged for the biscuit as she didn't even give us a receipt to look over just told us our total and that's it never saw an itemized receipt . Had a tummy ache later on so was fearful that she gave me the pork option of the dish . Overall good and experience was meh so do not care for coming back here :( read more
1 year ago
I decided to have some brunch here after a long morning of paddleboarding and all I can say is ... WOW. Unfortunately, it was very crowded by the time I arrived, but I did manage to snag a seat at the bar to avoid the long wait time. Once I saw chicken fried steak on their menu that was it for me; let me have that and everything it comes with! Complete with a tasty adult beverage, my meal was absolutely amazing; on top of the service being very efficient, even considering how busy it was! Will UNDOUBTEDLY be visiting again very soon! read more
Came on the last day of school for alot of folks. I always expect it to be busy because us locals love this place. I was supposed to meet up with an out of town friend. So I put my name on the list but asked if the could seat another party because my friend hadn't arrived. While waiting I got a mimosa drink from the outside bar and waited again for name to be recalled which didn't take long. My friend ended up canceling but I enjoyed my delicious breakfast that I ordered which was the veggie omelet with toast side of bacon and fruit. My server was very nice and kept checking in with me. The table was clean and the ambiance was busy but chill to be there. I ran into someone from high school which always makes my day and it was nice to see all the kids who had their promotions from 8th grade. read more
2 years ago
I forgot to take a picture of the food because my friend and I just finished a 10k & 15k run nearby. I got the Traditional eggs Benedict and my friend got the crab & avocado Benedict both with a side of hash browns. Mimosa were great too! We arrived on Sunday around 9:45am and didn't have to wait too long. The view was amazing! We were lucky enough to be seated by the water. As a first timer I was impressed with the staff, from being greeted, the seating, and the service. Thanks to the staff I had a great experience. Will be back again! read more
4 months ago
2 years ago
I was recommended by my bestfriend who was based in Long Beach as a flight attendant! She mentioned this place multiple times! We went for brunch! We pulled up and walked to the front, maybe it was just weird timing. But there wasn't anyone there. Eventually we found someone and got seated. The waitress was extremely polite and helpful! Once the sun came out they covered us all with the big umbrellas! It was very thoughtful. Over all the food was good, I wasn't crazy about the eggs Benedict, I felt the sauce was off. But my date loved the sauce & said it was definitely good. One thing I thought was super unique was that you could go up and order any drink and wait for your table it created a really laid-back chill ambience . I would like to come back and try some more food, especially lunch ! read more
4 months ago
1 year ago
I'm finishing my breakfast leftovers from this morning as I write this review! I have to start by saying this is some of the best French toast I've had in a long time. And location, location, location. Our 45 minute wait only ended up being about 15 minutes. Service was nice. Portions were satisfying. Will be back next time I'm in the area read more
We visited Schooner or Later this week for breakfast. Fortunately, it was a beautiful morning as they only have outdoor seating. I ordered an off the menu item, chili cheese omelet and home style potatoes. Both were DELICIOUS. I did ask for grilled onions on my potatoes, I could have counted on my hand how many pieces of onions I got. I decided to drink their lemonade. That was also a hit! My wife loved her meal as well. Loved the service. Always around for all our needs. Can't wait to return. read more
1 year ago
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10 months ago
Loved the view by the docks! It was a comfortable sunny day, but looks like they have heaters outside as well if it gets chilly. Food and service were okay. Pancakes had a bit of a spongey texture, but flavor was good otherwise. read more
Was in the LBC with family for a mini golf tournament with my brother and niece. Decided to let them go at "the greens" while I dipped through and had breakfast. They're not breakfast people, I am. So they knew in advance once I did my diligence and got them there and provided the transportation, I would be tending to my stomach and its need. Marissa S was my server and customer service all start here. (CSA). Considering I must have been one of at least 4-6 tables she was set to take on and this morning's rush, I was more than impressed. Never once did her level of service or attentiveness wayne, and my coffee was constantly topped off. read more
11 months ago
11 months ago
Ordered a margarita. I've never ever been disgusted by the salted rim on any drink. Whatever was on the the rim of that glass was either seasoning or something that does not belong near a margarita. The drink itself was okay, but some of that seasoning had fallen so it did have hints of a that weird flavor. The chilaquiles were underwhelming. The guacamole looked old and the sauce on the chilaquiles is the darkest green sauce I've seen on any chilaquiles. The service was mediocre at best. Our server just didn't seem to care. The ambiance was the only redeeming thing. read more
My coworkers and I came here for breakfast after night shift. I got the mess, which I think is a dish they're known for, it's essentially just a scramble. I got the half portion but it was still a decent size! It was good. We sat outside and the view of the marina was nice, especially because it was a sunny morning. It started getting busy at 9am (we came on a Sunday). read more
1 year ago
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241 N Marina Dr
Long Beach, CA 90803
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(562) 430-3495
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Do they have a full liquor license or just wine and beer?
They have a full liquor license.
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.
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!
Does this place have bottomless mimosas?
I'm not 100% sure but I'm going to say no they don't.
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 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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