We celebrated my girlfriend's birthday at Viaje, and I couldn't have been happier with how the evening turned out. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed and seated in a comfortable booth with a great vibe. Our server, Veronica, provided exceptional service and made sure everything felt effortless and special. The food was outstanding we had the Pollito con Mole Oaxaqueño and Salmon al Pastor, and both were beautifully presented and full of flavor. To top off a great meal, the team surprised us with a thoughtful birthday dessert. The cake was absolutely delicious and the perfect ending to her night. It's those extra touches and genuine hospitality that really make a place stand out. Thank you to Veronica and the entire Viaje team for making our evening so memorable. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Viaje with probably the best customer service before and after my dinner here. Called in on a last minute reservation for our 3 year anniversary and we have been eyeing Viaje for the longest time. Their interior is absolutely stunning when walking on 2nd Street but you know the price tag was making me procrastinate that reservation. When I called they asked for our names and PUT OUR NAMES ON THE MENU saying Happy Anniversary. You gotta be kidding me! Talk about extra brownie points for myself right there, I lied to my girlfriend saying I told them to but I didn't lol. Then I'm driving the next day get a random call and THEY ASK ME HOW THE DINNER WAS! Your kidding again, it was a bit awkward and the shortest call of all time but it a nice gesture. We sat at a booth and I ordered their 10 oz Arrachera steak which comes with a huge anaheim pepper and tortillas. It was pretty good and left the restaurant full with their chips too. I wish the sides on this plate was a bit better. Their avocado crema was really good but wish there was a better carb on this place like rice. Girlfriend got the Pulpo which was octopus and loved it. Service for dining in was a bit lackluster, kept on having to call over the waiter and felt like I was losing him in the restaurant. Other than that, it was a good anniversary, thanks Viaje! read more

Viaje - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Excellent service. I kept bothering the manager as he was manning the front desk near my table whenever I needed something and couldn't find my Waiter. My Waiter was knowledgeable of the menu. I'm impressed. Pacing is slower here like any other fine restaurants. We sat straddling the patio and indoor dining area and lighting was dim inside. It's very romantic and chic if you want to impress your date. Our red snapper ceviche was fresh! You're supposed to stir everything before digging in. I was not aware of this until our Waiter instructed us to do so so, thank you for letting us know! I was not a fan of the Camarones appetizer. I don't know if maybe I don't have an acquired taste for the adobo seasoning... It stunk of fish sauce as soon as our Waiter set it down and tasted mediocre to me... My fish was AMAZING! My leftovers tasted even better the next day when I wasn't so full off the appetizer! Victoria beer came out delicious until I squeezed a lime wedge (for whatever reason it turned the beer bitter instead of crisp ‍). I was not a fan of the Horchata either. They used artificial cinnamon syrup instead of real cinnamon and I hate the flavor of artificial cinnamon! Thank you for the complimentary tres leches cake even though it was not my birthday. I had informed our Waiter that it was my birthday month and if that counted when he had asked if we were celebrating any occasion. I appreciate your team going above! Thank you all for a nice evening. I definitely will return to try other items. read more

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Great place to celebrate a special occasion! I went for a birthday dinner and they took great care of me. They got in touch before the dinner to ask the name of the person celebrating and then printed a personalized menu with a happy birthday message on it. Such a small but meaningful touch. I was dining during LB Food Scene Week and had the three course prix fixe menu. Everything was outstanding. The appetizer was a little hard to cut into bite sized pieces but was the perfect blend of fresh flavors to start off the meal. The chicken mole was richly flavorful and the meat was juicy and perfectly cooked. For dessert, they not only brought it the included dessert of churro bites, but also a special slice of tres leches cake for my birthday. That cake was delightful. Staff were incredibly nice and made the whole experience even better. It was pretty busy when I arrived, but had quieted down by around 8 pm. Between the food and the service I will definitely be back! read more

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I still love this place. Even though I no longer live in the area, I still make it a habit to come here at least once a month. I usually order the flautas as an appetizer (when you finish: keep the sauce, trust me) and I get the arrachera as my main entree. Grab yourself a tortilla and make a taco with the arrachera and pour some of the flautas' sauce... trust me 100/10!! read more

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The bartenders are so good at what they do they made the food taste better with their recommendation. Great service, Shout out to Randy and Bear read more

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What an amazing place to enjoy a beautifully prepared meal. From arrival to departure, it was such an enjoyable experience. The staff works together to make sure you are enjoying your visit. Out server was hands down the best. She helped us pair our drink with our order, made excellent recommendation and was genuinely pleasant. The guacamole was soooo good no extra seasoning was needed. The steak dish came with homemade blue tortillas, the chicken mole was also phenomenal and the rice! Perfect. The is elegance done right. Well worth the price. The quality and service unmatched. read more

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From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and reminiscent of Tulum. The space felt thoughtfully designed and created a great setting for the evening. The service was friendly and attentive, although it was a little slower than expected. We started with cocktails. I ordered the Pocho, made with Amaras Verde Mezcal, Bourbon, pina, guanábana, lime. The drink was enjoyable and unique, with tropical flavors that worked well together, although it was not quite as balanced as I expected. My fiancée ordered the Paloma Blanca, and it was excellent, awell-crafted cocktail. One of the highlights of the meal was the Tacos Dorados. With crema, and avocado emulsion was absolutely delicious. The flavors immediately reminded me of the potato tacos my mom used to make when I was growing up. The mushrooms added a rich depth of flavor. We also ordered the Arrachera, a 10-ounce Black Angus skirt steak served Anaheim pepper hand-pressed heirloom blue corn tortillas. The steak was flavorful and well seasoned, although it was slightly more underdone. Overall, the food was very good, and the atmosphere made the experience even more enjoyable. While the pricing felt a little high for some of the portions, the quality of the ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and memorable flavors made it a restaurant we would gladly return to. The Tacos Dorados alone are worth coming back for and also to try all other dishes like the pulpo. read more

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My husband and I are regulars here. They have a comfortable patio and chill vibes at the bar and main dining. It can be a romantic date spot or casual drinks and snacks. I'm always surprised when they're empty; the food is so good! Fresh, high quality and delicious. And the cocktails are some of the best in Long Beach. On top of that, they have a unique selection of tequilas and mezcals. Super underrated spot. Service is always pretty good to great! We usually get some excellent servers. Friendly, knowledgeable about the menu and happy to make recommendations. Definitely must try the ribeye taco, sopes and octopus if you want something smaller. The ribeye steak, whole fish or leg of lamb are also outstanding. Some items come with their homemade, blue corn tortillas. So yummy. If you haven't tried it, I highly recommend! Parking can be a challenge, as is normal in the area. Don't let that discourage you! read more

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This place was amazing! I'm glad my friends and I decided to try it. The place had a really nice vibe. The service was great! We were seated right away. Our waiter immediately helped us with recommendations and I trusted him with those recommendation's. He was not wrong because the drinks and the food were soooo good! Definitely would come back! read more

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We tried out this place for the first time. Found a parking pretty easy after 6pm it's free . We were a walk in no reservations needed on Thursday bar top was open and it's my favorite place to be. It's where all the action of the restaurant is in my opinion. Very well decorated nice and warm atmosphere cool ambiance and great and friendly staff. The chips and salsa is where it started and is very good chips taste homemade and salsa is very tasty. We tried the different tacos they have, they were all good but I think the Ribeye taco is hands down my favorite. With the rice n Beans, black beans like no other very flavorful and the rice is not your Mexican rice your used to. It's white rice with butter and it hits the spot right on. Drinks are great as well . I will be back Cheers read more

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Not much to say other than what's already been said. EVERYTHING is a GRAND SLAM HOMERUN! The ambiance, decor, service, cocktails, appetizers, and entrees were fabulous. It's high end Hispanic food and it's worth every penny and more. This spot is a MUST go to dining experience if you're in the LONG BEACH CA area! read more

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This is your sign to book that date night or celebration! From the second we walked in, the staff nailed that perfect balance of warm and attentive without hovering. Lucky bonus: both indoor and patio seating. We snagged a table right in the middle and got the best of both worlds - moody, cozy vibes with a touch of fresh air and natural light. The whole place felt polished, including the food: Flautas de Barbacoa: Crispy, golden, and packed with tender short rib. Drizzled with crema, queso cotija and an avocado emulsion. Paired with a rich, unapologetically beefy consomé for dipping. Every bite is layered, tasty, and fun to eat. Pulpo: Shockingly tender octopus, with smoky chile, creamy potato purée, bits of chorizo, and that same silky avocado emulsion tying it all together. Great balance of flavors and textures. Happy hour is a must. The Arrachera and Camarón Tacos were solid, but the Pork Belly Taco was my favorite. Refined, flavorful, and a good time. Would absolutely come back! read more

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I live locally and finally was able to try Viaje. We had a party of six, made reservations and was seated promptly at the appointed time Everything was great. We started with some guacamole and ceviche, along with a mezcal margarita. For the main it was the Pulpo, which is an octopus chorizo blend. Someone in our party ordered a dessert was was equally fantastic. Looking forward to returning and trying other offerings. read more

Easy to make reservations online, street parking only i believe so beware. Felt very intimate and stylish. They have modern mexican menu and at a decent price. Staff was very welcoming and helpful, they recommended some good stuff. We had the ceviche, quesadilla de hongos and the arrachera. Everything was delicious, but the ceviche stood out to me, my husband loved the arrachera. Would recommend to try them out, we did notice a lot of groups in the restaurant so they are accomodating to larger groups. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place out for a while now and so glad I did last night. My bestie and I went here for dinner last night and we couldn't have made a better choice! The food was delicious, they give you complimentary freshly made chips and salsa. The salsa had a fiery kick to it! I loved it! We started off with an order of guacamole to share and the octopus tentacles. The octopus tentacles come with a potato puree garnished with some chorizo. It was amazing! The tentacles were cooked to perfection, tender, and delicious! Highly recommend this one! For my entree I ordered the chicken but decided to request no mole for my chicken dish. I'm not a fan of mole just not my thing. So they accommodated the request and gave me a side of poblano creama. The chicken was perfectly seasoned, tender, and juicy! It was served on a bed of rice and came with some sweet plantains! It was amazing! Location was pretty. I like the decor, the vibe, the architecture very aesthetically pleasing. I definitely like the ambiance read more

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FOOD (4/5): Wow! 1st time here and it was AMAZING! Loved (almost) everything. Only one item we didn't love - the ribeye. $24 CEVICHE: fresh, perfectly flavored, eat with chips and it's the perfect texture combination. $30 PULPO: loved the presentation, octopus with a potato puree (mashed potato). Loving all the sauces served with each dish!! $28 CHICHARRON DE RIBEYE: wow! How unique. Crispy ribeye on top of guacamole with fresh tortillas. Those chilies have cheese inside. YUM! $14 VEGETALES: vegetables seen very simple, but these added so much depth and flavor to the entire meal. They were perfectly roasted, had a great variety, perfectly plated on top a delicious poblano cream sauce! $66 BONE-IN RIBEYE: only item we didn't love. We didn't even eat it, and had every intention to pay for it and just take the hit, but the manager was so nice and took it off our bill. This was no small ticket item, so it adds so much value to the service they provide. We would've paid for it either way, but just shows you what kind of restaurant this is. Thank you. $5 SIDE CHILES: too hot for me! But if you want to add some spice to your meal, order these! $15 DULCE DE LECHE: LOVED THIS! Warm, soft, gooey on the inside, combined with a simple vanilla ice cream. Perfect ending to the meal. We shared between 2 people. Pair it with a TAWNY PORT for the PERFECT pairing! DRINKS (5/5): $16 LEMON DROP MARTINI: can't go wrong with this fan favorite drink! $14 TAWNY PORT (10 YR): I love sweet wines and dessert wines. Ports are one of my favorite ways to end a meal. SERVICE (5/5): Best service ever. Nothing more need be said! OVERALL: Loved this restaurant! Will definitely be recommending this to everyone and will be back to try all the rest of the items on the menu. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. read more

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Randomly searched Yelp, found Viaje in Long Beach, and decided to give it a try. Honestly such a good call. The ambiance was great -- we chose to sit outside and it just felt easy and relaxed. Our server was super helpful and made some really solid recommendations. We started with the tacos dorados de papa and asked for a vegetarian version of the short rib aopes with mushrooms instead -- and they were delicious. So much flavor. For our main, we had the chile relleno. It was an interesting take on the classic, not traditional but really well done. Dessert was churros and tres leches. Both beautifully presented and definitely worth it. I wish I would've taken photos of all the food but only photographed the dessert and it was definitely as good as it looks. Would absolutely go back. read more

Viaje - Tres leches and Churros - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

We went to Viaje for my birthday dinner. The food was excellent and the restaurant is beautiful. Our server was very helpful in recommending dishes and offering solutions. The Sopas came with 3 and there were 4 in our party, so he added one more. I'm glad we did because they were very good. The whole meal was excellent, the lamb and beef dishes were delicious. Our server was excellent. There were a couple of missteps from kitchen, but everything was taken care of quickly. I loved the Pan de Elote dessert. The cocktails were delicious. I'm not a fan of Mezcal, so I had to hunt around for a tequila based drink that worked for me - but it was worth it. read more

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First time at Viaje and it was for my bf birthday. Reservations were super easy to make and they were able to accomodate our party of 9. When we arrived it was smooth check-in and our table and server were ready to go and get our drinks in. Food was delicious. We all ordered something different and tried a bite of each lol sooo good. Service was great even though we had a small tiny hiccup. The manager was able to resolve and the night ended on a great note. read more

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Lovely little Restaurant. Excellent service. Delicious food. Pricey. A bit of a splurge for me, but I will be back.

Delicious food and drinks! Great service and wonderful atmosphere. We will definitely be back!

I stopped into Viaje in Long Beach on a business trip and had a fantastic visit. I sat at the spacious bar and ordered a margarita made with the bartender's recommended Añejo tequila. It was smooth, bold, and well balanced. For dinner I had the Chile Relleno (shrimp, octopus & portobello with white wine and clam-juice sauce). It was different, and outstanding. Generous seafood, a smart twist on the classic Chile Relleno, and rich in flavors. The ambiance is upscale Mexican -- stylish but comfortable, lively but approachable. Service was excellent. I liked it so much I returned later in the week with colleagues (on my recommendation) and the experience was just as strong. If you're looking for inspired Mexican dishes and exceptional cocktails, Viaje is a top-tier choice in my opinion. 5 stars! read more

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This place really fooled us. The food was a 2-star experience, but the service was absolutely 5-star. The staff was attentive, friendly, and on top of everything, and the restaurant itself is beautiful. We knew it wasn't a traditional Mexican restaurant, which was perfectly fine, but unfortunately the food just didn't deliver. The ceviche was served in what tasted like a cold tomato soup, garnished with microgreens, cilantro, and other greens. Great presentations but the flavors just didn't work for us. The carnitas were the biggest disappointment. They were served more like barbecue ribs and were very tough. They definitely weren't the tender, flavorful carnitas we were expecting to enjoy with tortillas. The chips were good, and management stopped by to check on us, which was appreciated. I really wish the food had matched the level of service and atmosphere. We didn't want to chance it with dessert so we skipped dessert and after dinner drinks. read more

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A Mexican restaurant where luxury flirts shamelessly with quality. 5 out of 5 stars for the Happy Hour menu alone--honestly, it feels like the main character here. For cocktails, we went with the MARGARITA DE LA CASA and PALOMA BLANCA, and they were absolutely FANTASTIC. Balanced, refreshing, and dangerously easy to sip. For small bites, we ordered four tacos (Ribeye, Shrimp, Pork Belly, and Fish) and every single one completed the assignment. Clean, bold flavors wrapped in hand-pressed corn tortillas that were nothing short of phenomenal. All in, it came out to around $60-ish. Pricey? Sure. But when you see the presentation on this dish, it's what it is. We also ordered from the dinner menu with Guacamole, Arrachera (Skirt Steak), and Pescado Zarandeado (Branzino). Solid across the board, though at these prices, I think most people come just as much for the vibe and the company as they do for the food. Every dish was beautifully presented and IG worthy shots but the true sleeper hit? The CHIPS AND SALSA. Hands down some of the TASTIEST SALSA I've had, quietly stealing the show from the more expensive plates. Between the standout Happy Hour bites and those unforgettable salsas, this place left a meaningful taste and a very good reason for me to come back again. read more

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Delicious food and drinks... can't forget the great service! The Sopes are one of my favorite dishes here! Also the house made chips are delicious read more

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Went back and once again everything from service to the food was just great. We appreciate it all. read more

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Excellent service by Eric! He was very accommodating and attentive throughout our meal. We ordered the salad, lamb, and chicken mole. All of it was made well. The meat was tender and the sauces were deep. We also got the tres leches cake at the end which is probably my highlight for the night! read more

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We'ce been meaning to try out the this place since it opened and what better excuse than an expiring resy credit from Amex Platinum. Good attentive service in a modern and dark space. Food was delicious and on point. The ceviche was flavorful and so was the black ink aguachile. The lamb portion was massive! We will definitely be coming back to try more dishes. read more

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Visited Viaje on a Sunday afternoon for "social hour" (happy hour) and stayed for FIVE HOURS! It's difficult to find a restaurant with amazing ambiance, service, food AND cocktails, but Viaje cracked the code. My boyfriend and I sat at the bar and received AMAZING service from the bartenders Bailey and Randy. Both gentlemen were extremely knowledgeable about tequila and took the time to understand our preferences, pick a cocktail off the menu for us and then explain each cocktail in great detail. Give these guys a visit and I promise you'll be in a good hands! Cocktails/food we tried and I highly recommend: "Hasta el cielo" - The cantalope in this drink is so insanely refreshing, especially right now in this summer heat! "Paloma Blanca" - You'll be disappointed with every single Paloma after experiencing the Paloma Blanca. They mastered their in house clarified grapefruit soda. "Moda Chicali" - My spirit of choice is gin and it's hard to find a cocktail that isn't cucumber and mint. Viaje nailed it with this one!! It's a perfect balance of light and sweet. It almost has a lychee taste to it, even though that's not an ingredient! "Pelon Divino" - If you enjoyed eating pulparindo as a kid, then you'll love this cocktail. I'm not usually a fan of mezcal, but the smokiness is so smooth and almost needed to balance out the tamarindo. Probably the first time I've truly enjoyed a mezcal in my cocktail! "Taco de Pork Belly" - INSANELY GOOD. Pork belly was so crispy and juicy. The pico de gallo was perfect. And the handmade in house blue corn tortillas were DELICIOUS. "Taco de Camaron" - Also delicious. Shrimp was juicy and seasoned well. "Carnitas" - This was recommended to us by the staff and it did not disappoint. The meat fell off the bone and was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The black beans were also soooo flavorful and the perfect texture. This dish was enough food for two people to share if you started your evening with appetizers. Viaje is the perfect place for a solo meal, date night or meeting up with some friends for dinner. I will 100% be back and will be telling everyone I know about this restaurant. Keep it up Viaje! read more

Came in for my fiancé's birthday dinner on a Monday night. The service was great, our server was really friendly and attentive. The ambience, for a Monday, was good. Nice music and a pretty indoor space. Now the food. The food actually blew us away. A lot of restaurants want to do upscale Mexican food and a lot of times the authenticity is lost, as well as some of the flavor that makes Mexican food special. Not here. Everything we tried was on point and super flavorful. It really was the some of the best food we've had in a while (not just Mexican). We can't wait to come back and try more of the menu. The cocktails by the way, were also very good. read more

Viaje - Pollito en mole and Salmon al Pastor - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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We made a dinner reservation for this restaurant because we wanted to try something new. We really appreciated the detail provided and the attentiveness of staff. It was my partners birthday so they had a custom printed menu set up for him. We ordered the sopes and shrimp Diablo for appetizers and they were amazing. Lots of flavor and a splash of spice, perfect appetizer. The sopes were soft, flavorful and taste authentic. It's something I'll definitely reorder. I ordered the steak and shrimp and my partner ordered the chicken mole. The presentation was beautiful. I really enjoyed how flavorful was, only downside was there was not too many a la carte sides to order, the sides were tortillas only. It would have been nice to order other options so it left it really hard to choose entrees based on what it came with, especially if you're really hungry. All in all, I loved the staff, the ambiance and the food, I'll definitely return. read more

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Came here for Nye dinner with the hubby and we absolutely loved it. Lamb shank is awesome. Our drinks were amazing. I ordered the mezcal drink that's a bit spicy and it was delish!! Can't wait to come back again!! This place is much better than the Mexican restaurants in Newport Beach. Trust!!! read more

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Viaje is a gorgeous space run by professionals. I dropped in for drinks and they were underwhelming. I asked for Mezcal in the Margarita de la Casa and it was made with Tequila and no rim, which wasn't a big deal. The Lemon Drop Martini didn't come with lemon or a sugared rim until it was requested from a different bartender. I think the experience was more of an opportunity for better employee training. I doubt I'd return for food. read more

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Great food! Service was excellent and the ambiance was warm. The food was great! We came for our anniversary and they went out of their way to get us a cake to celebrate. We will be coming back to enjoy the great authentic Mexican food. The staff were very warm and welcoming. Very attentive. read more

Viaje - Tres leches cake - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

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We've been meaning to eat here for the longest time and it absolutely didn't disappoint. The food was amazing and the drinks were so unique. The Paloma Blanca and Breve Echizo were especially good. Bailey, Garrett, and Melena are fantastic bartenders. The decor and vibes are also great, this is a new favorite date spot for sure. read more

Viaje - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

Verónica is a an A1 server with a great attitude willing to work and serve us with going the extra mile!! Next time you visit, Make sure you ask for her n she will gladly serve you read more

Viaje - Mexican Near Me - Long Beach, California

I had my 3rd visit to Viaje recently for a late birthday celebration my girl treated me to. My first time there was for my birthday as well when they first opened a few years ago, went back for drinks once, and then this last time. Each time was super enjoyable. This was my first time sitting inside so I got to enjoy the ambiance. Previously, I sat on the patio which was nice also. What I appreciated most about this place each visit, is the consistency... in thoughtfulness of the staff, amazing cocktails and the food was even better this time. The custom birthday menu is such a nice touch. Simple, but thoughtful. Our lovely waiter, Marlena, was such a treat. She was super kind, knowledgeable of menu items and gave great recommendations, and was just a great server with a pleasant and warm attitude. Serving is not easy, and she navigated our questions and was super attentive with ease - thank you Marlena!! All other staff that supported throughout the evening were also attentive and kind. As for food, I tried the Pescado Zarandeando this time and it was seasoned so well. Sooo bomb. My friend got a steak dish and was equally delighted. We also got the red snapper Ceviche, Pulpo, and Flautas de Barbacoa as starters. All bomb! The sauce with the flautas? ::chef's kiss:: We took most of our entrees home lol. Drinks were refreshing and on point as expected. As satisfied as we were with everything (and full lol) we could not decline the complementary thres leches Lol. We came on a weeknight and there were several folks dining, large and small parties. It wasn't jam packed like my weekend visits, but there were plenty of folks there. It's a nice dinner spot, great for a celebration or date night, or just a solid meal. 10/10, highly recommended. I will definitely be back. read more

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Had a great time here with a few friends. We were all driving so unfortunately we didn't try the cocktails. We were concerned that the plates were going to be very small, but that was not the case so we didn't have room for the dessert. The highlights were the ceviche and the chicken mole. I think the chicken mole would have been too big to eat alone; the plantains on the side were delicious. The quesadilla appetizer was amazing but i'm glad we shared it among 4 people-- too rich otherwise. We got 2 orders of the taco appetizers because each plate had 2-- but that was too much as well-- they are sealed and deep fried so would have been easy to slit them. read more

Viaje is a great place to visit for elevated Mexican and Latin inspired food. I really like the way the food was presented - everything came out with vibrant colors and the plating was immaculate. My photos came out looking like something from a magazine. All the food tasted great as well. Stand out items for me were the octopus dish and the whole fish. Long Beach has no shortage of Mexican food restaurants but after eating here, this one definitely made its way to the top of the list. read more

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