We've lived in this area for over 4 years and never stopped by the Annex before! I'm so glad we were convinced to. Was always a little intimidated by the place for some reason because of the curtain kinda hiding what the inside looked like. It was my husband's birthday yesterday and we first went over to Blondies however he said he was calling it a night and went home. Myself and 7 other family members walked over to The Annex. The moment you walk in, you can tell everyone there is a regular. Bartender was so sweet and got our drink order. My SIL, cousin and I started to strike up a conversation with the regulars next to us. I think one briefly mentioned Blondies and we were like oh we just came from there! We talked about sports and then one had his cousin from Scotland there and the conversation just flowed. We truly felt so welcomed. I wish i remembered all their names but I am just terrible with those things! If you guys see this, I'm so sorry haha but thank you so much for your kindness and telling us your stories! As we left, we all hugged these awesome strangers. It was really really cool. Btw -- it's a beer bar, cash only. The place is dim and very long. The whole center is the bar/seating area which was kinda cool. The way it's set up it's as if it forces you to have conversations with others. There's also a shuffle board table. Bartender said they bring in food sometimes so we will definitely be back! read more

I've lived in Long Beach all my life and have never been here. We drive by it all the time and say we need to check it out. We finally stopped in for a beer... I can honestly say, we weren't missing out on anything. It was alright. Just normal dive bar, which we do enjoy, but this one didn't do much for us. Not sure if it was how the area/bar was set up but it was just eh/whatever. Now that we checked that off the list we don't, and probably won't, need to go back. Only if some friends wanted to meet up there for a quick beer, we wouldn't be opposed, but we may suggest somewhere else. read more

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Best Dive Beer Bar in Long Beach. For Food go to Joe Jost. To hang out with a big schooner this is the spot. read more

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I went here to find a new place to drink near my new place. It's still a drive from me but, I'm happy to always visit new bars. This one serves beers, wines and trulys. It's cash only but they have an ATM. I took my brother there for helping me move big stuff. We also had my nephew along with us and he was okay to be there. They have a nice shuffleboard and plenty beers on tap. Most stuff is in the fridge and the bar girl was nice. Met some of the regulars so it's a good vibe. read more

It's a neighborhood dive bar, It's small and grungy inside It's not a place to go for a destination it's a place to get a drink and disappear. read more

This place is the absolute best!! Willy welcomes you as soon as you walk in the door. Not fancy, more like a place you could go to each and every day! This was my Dad's favorite bar & I can see why! read more

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Love this place. Real people and cold beer. Don't let the exterior scare you, it's all American. read more

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Very cozy hole in the wall. I've came here three times now and it's an extremely cool place just to sit and have a beer and relax. The atmosphere is welcoming, bartender gives you space or talks to you if you want. There's a juke box and a table. And the COLDEST beer I've EVER had. And Lemme tell you, I've been to a lot of bars/brewery's. They do NOT sell liquor, and have very few beers on tap, but It's totally worth stopping by and relaxing with friends. read more

Good service & ambiance. Bring your own food from the outside. Shuffleboard games & stuff.

This has become one of my favorite bars. They have good selection of cold beers on tap. Great atmosphere, friendly people, attentive staff. What more could one ask for. Weekend bartender is amazing, she makes everyone feel welcomed and at home. read more

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Best. Dive. Bar. Ever. Courtney and Brian are the reason I keep coming back for some of the coldest beer in Long Beach. Well played!!! read more

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Love the Annex. Cold beer, big schooners, and the best shuffle board table. Great beer bar.

What a cozy, warm and friendly hole in the wall with super duper bartenders like Courtney who is just the friendliest person you will ever meet. The place has a great internet jukebox, huge shuffle board table. Plenty of intimate seating. Nice selection of taps. Plenty of parking across the street. Plenty of Outdoor seating. And free food for special events and football nights like Monday, Thursday and Sunday. What's not to like? Come join us and just relax and leave all your issues outside. read more

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Courtney is quite possibly thee bombest bartender out there. Not to say she's out there... but we were. Such a pleasant time at the Annex I can't really describe it other than unparalleled. If you ask her to play 311 she will. read more

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Great atmosphere, friendly folks and good brews on tap. Enjoy shuffle board and local news? CHECK. Like comfy seats and good conversation? CHECK. Courtney fucking rules, listen to 311 with her. Have a good time. read more

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Smelled like farts!!! Yuck!! Also they had on Fox news!! P-U!! A hang out for old farts-literally!! No women were there (except the barkeep) when I was there. No ambiance. No food. Service from a sweet, pretty, perky bar keep. Reasonably priced beer. read more

Old school Long Beach at its best. This place is awesome. Great shuffleboard table and Courtney the bartender is adorable. And it's the third oldest bar in Long Beach. How cool is that?? read more

Feels like home. Good beer, good music, and great service with Courtney, Brie, and Stephanie!

I have been coming to the Annex for many years. They have great bartenders, Courtney is my favorite. Coldest beer in town. Ice cold mugs make for a great beer. Best shuffleboard table in Southern California. If you ever find yourself in Long Beach stop by for a ice cold beer and a great experience!! read more

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Stopped in to the Annex this morning. Courtney bartender is awesome. Baby beers and pints all around!

I have been a local to this bar for 13 years and every time I come here I have a blast! Here is to another 13 years and many more P.S Courtney and Bri are absolutely adorable and worth coming to see ! read more

This place used to be alright I liked this one girl who was usually here friday nights she was really personable and easy to talk to. Idk who the chick was that was there last night (3/26/2021) but she was straight rude and unprofessional. My group just ended up leaving because this chick was too busy socializing with this one table and taking selfies with them. She was wearing these oversized hoops and I'm pretty sure her top was see through, a bit classless and in poor taste but sure. She would roll her eyes if you tried to call her over and if you werent some guy she definitely wasnt paying attention to you. Idk if the other girl was taking a day off or something but I wont be staying or returning if this is the chick we run into from now on, I'll just take my business elsewhere. read more

If you come here for one of two things, you won't be disappointed. One of two things. Anything else and you're gonna need to go elsewhere. Those two things are: 1. Shuffleboard 2. Beer The shuffleboard takes up 1/3 of the small windowless bar. It is the centerpiece of the room. It's full sized, free to use, and usually available to play on. In the evenings, I've run into the same older men time and again. It's a locals-only type of a vibe. The guys however are unusually friendly, and always up for making conversation or partnering up for a 2 on 2. I feel like this is actually a reason to add a #3. The patrons of the Annex are loyal, engaging and truly friendly. Beer: The beer is beer. It's cheaper in the largest glasses. That's the tip on the beer. Don't buy the pint. It's a couple more dollars for a double. I am grateful for the Guinness. 30 oz of Guinness draft for $10. Yes please. read more

The 311 was so loud and that was a good thing. Thanks to the Annex and Courtney for a fun night. See you soon. Cheers.

Friendliest service I've been to in Long Beach! Lots of regulars and an inviting atmosphere. They serve 36oz beers! Will definitely come back every time I come to SoCal. read more

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This place is a hidden gem. Feels like you're at a friend's garage that happens to have beer on draft, shuffleboard and other card table games! It's cash only so keep that in mind. Also bring a jacket as it can get cold. But after a beer and a game of shuffleboard you'll be all warmed up. The locals that frequent this place are also extremely warm, friendly and welcoming and GREAT at shuffleboard. Have had some fun times playing them! Overall, awesome beer bar. 5/5 read more

If you like a local beer bar with dim lighting and sports on every TV and friendly bartenders then this is the spot. Bartenders very attentive and will always be ready with a schooner when you are. Beers are very cold and a good selection of local and traditional IPAs/domestics. Music always playing and TVs everywhere with golf/baseball and any other trending event. read more

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A really well ran beer bar with the owner in there with food for happy hour on most night nfl games and great shuffle board competition.

Used to go when Kelley was bartending, but now there is zero reason to go anymore since she's bo longer there. They have a small amount of beer options, no liquor, no food, no games, except shuffle board which is RIGHT behind the bar itself. It's a very cramped and dirty looking place read more

I love this bar my parents came here on their first date in the early 60's. Courtney is AWESOME! Cold beer and chilled schooners always nice. read more

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Been my families bar for over 40 years. A place where everyone knows your name. Cash only with an atm inside. Bartenders are always friendly and helpful. read more

Great service and a nice establishment had quite a swell time with all the nice folk there. Will return! Courtney is the bees knees!

The best dive bar in town... Cutest servers you could ever have. Locals are nuts but so friendly... Shuffle board is always a rage here... It gets pretty intense Come by and have a great time..I highly recommend The Annex !!! read more

Literally all the dive vibes you could possibly dream of. Courtney is a princess and we immediately became sisters. Would 10/10 recommend day drinking, or drinking at any time at The Annex. Great company all day. read more

The annex is an awesome beer bar w the coolest regulars and a great staff. I was troubled by a review I just read about the lady being refused a beer and claiming no wrongdoing. Well, lady who did nothing, I was there in the night in question and I saw her runver the curb and almost clock the building. The server was completely justified in saying no, and she quite possibly saved some lives by not serving her. People think that because they are a regular, or a good customer, or know this person or that person , that the laws and common sense don't apply to her. This is a great place, read more

Annex is the type of dive bar you'd try and l9ove. Everyone is so friendly! Even if you're a first timer. It has such a warm feel. You can have a beer with anyone annoying you. Some place u can chug a beer w good conversation no strings attached! Drink a beer here read more

Stepped into the annex today for the first time instead of going to church. Kourtknee*** is an awesome bartender. Make sure you check out super hot Rob sitting by the tap. Cool music too. read more

Great spot and a warm welcoming from all the strangers in there everytime! You know many of these folks are regulars but they love to see new and familiar faces. Great prices on beer and they even have a great selection of crafty beers for those that like hoppy flavors. Mad props for carrying Amalgamator IPA from Beachwood! I came more often to get this local liquid gift from the gods. Wish it was still on tap but this won't stop us from making the Annex a stop on most of our night adventures. read more

Used to be the best beer bar and hangout. All the great memories going back 40yrs for me come Nov 26 2018. So many great friends to share life with. I miss it terribly. Just tried to call there. I guess it's closed down. Kenny? What happen? For the record it is I, yes, ME, who created the four pucks in one shot for eights. Over 35yrs ago. Robin Nelson, Dick Hale, Lucy, PeeWee (Steve) all witness. All gone. Memories live on and that's the Annex people should remember. It was the smoking law that killed The Annex. These youngins today really missed out. I am sick right now. Sad. read more

I came here with my significant other for the first time. Very few options for beers, and there is no liquor. A man on the other side of the bar who was clearly very intoxicated began to verbally harass us, and the bartender did not do a single thing to stop him or kick him out due to the simple fact that he was a "regular." Extremely hostile and awkward environment due to this man, and the complacent bartender who did nothing to bring order to the bar did not help. Definitely will not be visiting this bar again to get harassed. read more