Location: Long Beach
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Discover Restaurants offering the best Diner food in Long Beach, California, United States. For some, a tour of the Queen Mary, docked here since its retirement in 1967, evokes waves of nostalgia for the days of the huge ocean liner with its opulent rooms, 1930s deco décor and teakwood decks. Others, particularly the younger set, are entranced by the spine-tingling haunted ship stories on the nighttime ghost tour. But for everyone, a visit to this floating hotel and museum is a must on any trip to Long Beach. At one time a less-than-appealing place to visit, Long Beach has transformed itself into an upscale tourist resort, with many waterfront attractions, including a new, state-of-the-art aquarium with a fabulous shark exhibit, two excellent art museums, charming shops, public golf courses, the annual April Grand Prix international auto race and lots of recreational activities along its eight-mile stretch of beach. Take the kids to the waterfront entertainment complex with rides and live performances or to the farming demonstrations at Rancho Los Alamitos. Feeling romantic? Cruise the canals of Naples (that's right, Naples Island in Long Beach) in a genuine Venetian gondola. One thing is for sure: tensions and stresses dissolve in this laid-back, friendly city.
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1. Long Beach Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 336 reviews
Reviewed By beachfam_rp
This was the first breakfast place we tried on our vacation and it was my favorite. It had an old-fashioned diner feel to it. The staff was super friendly and attentive. The food was excellent. Our 5YO granddaughter loved the Mickey Mouse pancake. My hash browns were crisp and tender and the bacon was crisp. The poached eggs were cooked perfectly. One thing I definitely appreciated was the fact that it was neither crowded nor noisy. That was the icing on the cake for me.Thank you for your business and your great review.Nick
2. Starling Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By Russ_W_and_Kevin_E
I used to live in Belmont Heights, so I've always wanted to try the Starling Diner. Its appearance on "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" has enhanced its visibility, although it doesn't exploit that limelight obnoxiously (but do look for the caricature and signature of Guy Fieri painted on an interior wall). The décor is cheerful and antique-market chic, the room is light and airy and the clientèle are mostly neighborhood locals, so it's lived-in and comfortable-feeling. We Long Beach citizens love our "down-the-street" breakfast joints, and the Starling Diner elevates the experience with really well-executed breakfast and lunch fare, based on high-quality ingredients (no good California restaurant would serve sub-par produce, you know!). Nothing is dumbed-down here. It's not cheap, but with food this good, it's worth a bit of a splurge. NOTE: Beer and wine, and mixed drinks with wine vodka for the Brunch libation crowd. Bon appétit!!!
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3. Dale's Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By louisj92
We visited Dale's Diner on one morning and whilst it was enjoyable, it just didn't hit the mark for us.Across the group we didn't think the pancakes were anything special and the apple pancakes were very dry. I had French toast, which was enjoyable.The shakes here were very impressive though, ultra thick and flavoursome, with my cherry one having pieces of fruit in it. They also gave you what was left, so it was like drinking two and a meal in itself.Whilst we wouldn't make the effort to go back, it is good if you are in the area.
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