We're passing through town and found Amaro's Table on Yelp. The pictures looked amazing, and the…read moreexperience lived up to them. Every part of this visit was good. The restaurant is beautiful, clean, and clearly cared for. It feels like somewhere you could dress up for a nice evening, but we walked in wearing casual travel clothes and felt completely comfortable. Nice napkins, nice dishware, great atmosphere. Even the bathrooms were clean and smelled good. Somebody is paying attention here. Our waitress, Veronica, made the experience even better. She was always smiling, personable, and helpful. She asked about our trip, where we were headed, and how we'd found the restaurant. She walked us through the specials and what they're known for. I actually commented to my wife how nice it was to have service like that again. She made us feel welcome. I had the steak sandwich with fries and garlic aioli. The steak was tender enough to bite through without pulling the sandwich apart, which too many places get wrong. It had a bright, tangy flavor, and the peppers added just enough heat. Everything was seasoned well, with just the right amount of sauce. The fries and aioli were excellent too. My wife had the cilantro risotto special topped with grilled salmon. The salmon was cooked perfectly, with a little char, and she enjoyed every bite. Then Veronica surprised us with complimentary ricotta donuts. They make the ricotta and caramel dipping sauce fresh in-house every morning. Holy cow. What a finish to an already incredible meal. From the food to the service to the care put into the place, this was a thoroughly good experience. We wish we had a restaurant like this back home. The only disappointing part is that we're traveling through and can't come right back.

From the warm welcome to the complementary dessert because it was our first time, this was a…read moreterrific experience. It's always great to find a place to eat, but on a road trip, when restaurants can be hidden in this. We've been very fortunate along this stretch of I5 to find this place. Quiet and calming decor. Excellent menu, creatively prepared. Will come back anytime we can.

We had my daughter and new son-in-law's wedding dinner on 9/4 at Carruthers for 13 family members…read morefrom Maryland, and could not have been happier! Joseph made this night so special for us by adding in special touches, accommodating special requests, recommending menu and wine options and also recommending a florist to make a beautiful centerpiece. The food and service that Joseph provided that night was exceptional. Carruthers should be the ONLY place you visit in Astoria for a special occasion or night out. My husband and I went back 2 nights later for a date night. Thank you, Joseph, for making this evening so memorable. We hope we can get back there one day soon!

Another wonderful dining experience at the exceptional Carruthers!…read moreI'd like to give a special shout-out to our server, Lidia. She was warm, professional, and attentive throughout the evening. She checked on us regularly to ensure everything was perfect without ever being intrusive, making us feel genuinely well cared for. We started with the mussels and Brussels sprouts, and both appetizers were outstanding. Every entrée at our table was equally delicious, and everyone left thoroughly impressed with their meal. We've dined at Carruthers many times, and this level of outstanding food and service has been our experience on every visit. It's always a pleasure to return, and we look forward to many more memorable meals.

Excellent food, friendly attentive service, thanks to Katie L.. We met friends here for breakfast…read moreand we all enjoyed our meals! We will definitely return before leaving the area for another breakfast or two. PS I would go for the scramble over the omelette next time

Busy little spot with a farmhouse style decor. Staff was friendly for the most part and you could…read moretell they have their regulars. The food was decent. I am a fan of the thick cut bacon. I went with something simple. One egg, one bacon, and hash browns for $10. They have a coffee counter with pastries and also some counter seating in the back. Would return if I was in the area.

Classy and cozy spot at the beach!…read more They have a great selection of small plates, flatbreads, and a salad. Also have a nice selection of beer, wine, and cocktails. I had the arugula salad with duck carnitas. It was fantastic. Super tasty and high quality. Folks around me were all raving about how great their meals were. Space is cozy and rustic. They have a few tables inside as well as outside both in front and in back. Service was super friendly. Looking forward to coming back!

We had this place in mind. Because of all the great reviews. Then we saw some really bad ones…read more People don't just make stuff up do they? We were the first ones there so we chose an outside table. Nice space with the fire table. It's a little off the street so everyone isn't in your business The drinks from the bar were not very good. Also the server was not very knowledgeable of the food or the drinks. We got some duck tacos on special. They were amazing. Ok. Things are looking up. Then the showstopper was the meat and cheese board. So beautiful and well explained and lots of handmade wares on. One of the best, if not the best, board I've had. Top notch. So why the bad reviews. We got to chat with the proprietor and we definitely caught them at a bad time. They are having some transitions in staff so if you're willing to be patient, it's worth a shot

Excellent service, very friendly people. The food is good and there is a full service bar.read more

I have ordered several different dishes here. Each being excellent. I've added a photo of pollo la…read morecrema. This is my favorite, the chicken flautas are great also. The service is amazing always friendly and with a smile. The restaurant is inviting it's got a good ambiance.

The Depot has always been one of our favorite places for special occasions on the Long Beach…read morePeninsula. We own a house in Long Beach, and during the time we lived there full-time, this was our go-to spot for anniversaries and my husband's birthdays. It exudes that cozy, historic Seaview charm that invites you to relax and linger...warm, intimate, and full of character without being over the top. A true small-town and now not so hidden gem. My husband is a fan of their Old Fashioneds, particularly those with a smoked maple twist, and he often gravitates back to the slow-braised pork. Their current Southern Comfort Pork dish is just his style: slow-braised pork shoulder served over brown sugar yam mash with jalapeño creamed corn, green onion, and maple-bacon salsa. That's comfort food crafted with real culinary skill. As someone who follows a plant-based diet, I truly appreciate how The Depot makes an effort to accommodate vegetarian and vegan diners in a way that feels genuine rather than forced. Last winter, I was thrilled to discover the ginger-coconut soba noodles, they were flavorful, satisfying, and perfectly balanced. Their current mika soba noodles with garlic-ginger coconut cream, vegetables, toasted cashews, and cilantro are exactly the kind of dish I'm thankful to find on a Peninsula menu. I also have fond memories of Burger Wednesdays from our time on the Peninsula. It's incredible how satisfying a customized portobello burger can be when a kitchen understands texture and seasoning especially in a place where plant-based options can still be scarce. The food is fantastic, but the service deserves a special mention. While Peninsula restaurants are known for their good service, The Depot's service is exceptional: polished, friendly, warm, and just the right amount of attentive. Although we now reside in California, we plan to make another reservation when we return to the Long Beach Peninsula in July. I'm already looking forward to their summer menu. Note: I've forgotten to take photos so the ones on this review are from the restaurants social media - definitely a reflection of our last meal at The Depot without the drinks.

Last time, was three years ago and yes things do normally change, especially prices for quality…read moreingredients. So you try to be more efficient and reduce expenses But having less spirt choices at the bar maybe shouldn't be one, or not having any options to tweet a choice, or not fully cooking potatoes in the chowder, or... I don't have the challenge of running a restaurant these days, but I do have choices of where to dine. It's a good restaurant, it was just so much better.

Had a great lunch today! They had a nice salad with interesting dressing, balsamic and feta; had…read morea bacon cheeseburger in a lettuce wrap, with avocado - delicious. Had a blood orange San Pellegrino drink along with it all. Friendly service. Good atmosphere. Good food.

Delightful little place I had not heard of before, but I was looking for a place where my brother's…read moredog could join us and they have a lovely patio out front that was perfect for this. It is right on the main street so it's a little loud out front there, but it's very clean, organized, and the service is great. I was very surprised to find that I was charged $.75 for cream in my coffee, but also I noted that the coffee was just $3.25 so I don't mind paying four dollars, just surprised. We got there shortly after they opened and we were very delighted to learn we could order breakfast or lunch. I saw a Dutch baby on the menu and had to go with that. It was beautiful and well put together with butter, powdered sugar and fresh blueberries. The taste was quite eggy - I would probably not order it again My sister-in-law had a Cobb salad that looked pretty good. She seemed to think it was fine. My brother had a club sandwich on a bagel and broccoli/brisket soup. He said the soup was very good and the sandwich was all right. I did get a chance to go in inside and was very impressed with their restroom which included a mouthwash station, which is always helpful. Everything was very clean inside.

I ordered the steak dip. The au jus was very good which makes the steak with mushrooms and onions…read moreso very tasty. They make their own chips they are delicious. The server I had was absolutely fantastic. I was greeted with a welcome smile. She came back several times to make sure I was enjoying the food. I have several pictures I took of the food and how the restaurant looks. There's a good vibe and atmosphere.

Service was exceptional & food didn't suck either..!! I had the Foreman burger which was a generous…read moresize & right up your alley if you are looking for meat & cheese.. Sometimes I'm not into all the extras & just want a good helping of a burger's raw ingredients. Everyone at the table had something different & it all looked good. I will be back to try some other menu items for sure..!!

We stop here often for lunch because of their smoked Brisket sandwich. We have also had breakfast…read morehere and that is awesome as well. Service is great and the atmosphere is clean and inviting. They usually have the games on the large screen in the Bar.

Friendly staff, good wine pour, prompt service. I had the…read morehalibut and fries and hubby had the garlic burger and onion rings. He loved his burger and the onion rings weren't greasy so he saved half for lunch the next day. He had good portions for the buck. I liked the halibut but 1.5 pieces for $20 was pretty steep. It said 2 pieces but if there hadn't been a ton of fries I'd have left hungry. The fries are very tasty. I love seafood so I probably wouldn't eat here again but if you're into burgers it was worth it. Nice, homey pub food.

So...this was our regular Sunday morning breakfast place. Then the change of branding and perhaps…read moreownership, although it's my understanding the chef stayed and we notice most employees are still there. The menu and food quality changed. Most of the amazing breakfasts with sauces like the mustard leek are gone. Really only three different savory breakfast options and they were pretty boring. Danish pancakes came with mediocre strawberry jam and maple syrup. No lingonberry, which is what made them so good and unique. The changes may have been needed to reduce food costs. Sometimes business decisions have to be made. However, I think we need to scratch this off our list for now. Hopefully they revisit the changes.

Go to Pho Mekha Astoria for delicious food, service and roomy atmosphere if you are sick of waiting…read morein line...... Service at Stranded: waited 20 minutes on a long line without being able to order or sit. Food may be good but 2 staff won't even tell how long the wait... Finally left and found a gem of a place at 10am. Hearty soups and delicious rice bowls.