I'm very sad they're closing at the end of May. I've always had a fun time here. The portions are generous, prices fair and service always friendly! This truly was a Long Beach landmark since 1965!
Cary Krajeski
If you like old things, then this palace is the place. Nothing has been done to it since its was originally opened, I would bet. But I had a great steak for $18 during their happy hours 6 to 8 everyday.Star was our server and she lived up to her name.
R C
The restaurant will be closing as of May 20, 2023.It's not a fancy restaurant, it's approachable, non pretentious, with enough attitude to make it interesting. If you're looking for 5 star dining experience where wait staff caters to whatever you wishes, this is not your place. If you want an interesting place with decent food, come here, hopefully before they close. Come early, some of the more popular items like prime ribs and fried chickens may run out fast.
SANDRA EVANS
Will not go back. Worst service bad steaks. My steak was $24. And paper thin. We got there at 5 and didn't get our meal until after 7. The only good thing was the bus boy David.The worst $275. we ever spent.
Guillermo Hernandez
A real hidden gem. Food quality, prices, and taste are awesome. Service is top-notch, efficient, and friendly. I must have passed place dozens of times over the years, and never suspected it would be this phenomenal! Planning on visiting regularly.
Esme
Thank you for being such a nice establishment over the years. My family spent treasured family dinners at the Prospector in the last 40+ years. We always enjoyed our meals and the kind waiters and staff.
Summer Guilford
The food was pretty good but the French onion soup was super salty. The prices are so good you can't really complain!
tutiqueen tutiqueen
Food was ok, my family was not impressed and could not eat the side dishes, The service got my order wrong, by the time the main dish arrived I settled for it to avoid angering the server. The atmosphere is dated, but it was a an experience.
Genae Smith
The Prospector is a local stop for all. They have delicious food served in the restaurant and in the bar area. They have a full service bar. Scotty and James (bartenders) are worth visiting. David (busboy) is very helpful. Paula is an angel (waitress). Luis (owner) is a character. Overall, down home place.
Al Camino
There is so much I can say about this place, so many. I have visited twice for dinner with friends. Prices are excellent, the gal that is running around with a smile on her face and meeting the needs of every customer is superb. The boss boy asked us 6 times if we were doing ok. That is amazing customer service. I wish there were more places to eat like these on is Long Beach.What amazed me the most was their hospitality; you get lots of food for little money.There is also a ful bar inside.If you are visiting Long Beach this place is almost historical.
Dinner was delicious. It's been a long time since I've dined at the good old prospector. The food has definitely been upgraded since my last experience. James the bartender is a Long Beach standard and a welcomed face at the bar. Nice job folks!
Richard R.
Amazing service!!! We had a very sweet server and the food came out quick. The prime rib was our target of the night. We had the San Franciscan in Torrance and this place is up to par. Ignore the bad reviews and try it for yourself.
nick ventura
Wow this place a good find im definitely coming back like is was in lbc wanted a good dinner and. found this place and im happy i did! The customer service was really good everyone friendly and i loved the theme of it like an old western restaurant bar and the steak and lobster is a must! The prices here are awesome i was surprised for the price of the lobster and steak around $23 really good! The soups they gave us with steak and lobster was amazing sooooooo much flavors my mouth could not handle it was so gooood ?? I just loved this place all i can say i like little old places like this still open and running ? It was awesome they have the touch tone Jukebox here and the bar is really awesome for a good time i love the vibes here definitely coming back thank you everyone that helped us here
John Harvey
Great dive bar with food! Not Ruth Chris so remember this is the place for a great priced and delicious meal. Drinks are always on point. Bartenders are all awesome.
Gigi P.
Great food, reasonably priced. It's always a good time. I love karaoke nights. I highly recommend this place
I'm very sad they're closing at the end of May. I've always had a fun time here. The portions are generous, prices fair and service always friendly! This truly was a Long Beach landmark since 1965!
If you like old things, then this palace is the place. Nothing has been done to it since its was originally opened, I would bet. But I had a great steak for $18 during their happy hours 6 to 8 everyday.Star was our server and she lived up to her name.
The restaurant will be closing as of May 20, 2023.It's not a fancy restaurant, it's approachable, non pretentious, with enough attitude to make it interesting. If you're looking for 5 star dining experience where wait staff caters to whatever you wishes, this is not your place. If you want an interesting place with decent food, come here, hopefully before they close. Come early, some of the more popular items like prime ribs and fried chickens may run out fast.
Will not go back. Worst service bad steaks. My steak was $24. And paper thin. We got there at 5 and didn't get our meal until after 7. The only good thing was the bus boy David.The worst $275. we ever spent.
A real hidden gem. Food quality, prices, and taste are awesome. Service is top-notch, efficient, and friendly. I must have passed place dozens of times over the years, and never suspected it would be this phenomenal! Planning on visiting regularly.
Thank you for being such a nice establishment over the years. My family spent treasured family dinners at the Prospector in the last 40+ years. We always enjoyed our meals and the kind waiters and staff.
The food was pretty good but the French onion soup was super salty. The prices are so good you can't really complain!
Food was ok, my family was not impressed and could not eat the side dishes, The service got my order wrong, by the time the main dish arrived I settled for it to avoid angering the server. The atmosphere is dated, but it was a an experience.
The Prospector is a local stop for all. They have delicious food served in the restaurant and in the bar area. They have a full service bar. Scotty and James (bartenders) are worth visiting. David (busboy) is very helpful. Paula is an angel (waitress). Luis (owner) is a character. Overall, down home place.
There is so much I can say about this place, so many. I have visited twice for dinner with friends. Prices are excellent, the gal that is running around with a smile on her face and meeting the needs of every customer is superb. The boss boy asked us 6 times if we were doing ok. That is amazing customer service. I wish there were more places to eat like these on is Long Beach.What amazed me the most was their hospitality; you get lots of food for little money.There is also a ful bar inside.If you are visiting Long Beach this place is almost historical.
Restaurantji Recommends
Dinner was delicious. It's been a long time since I've dined at the good old prospector. The food has definitely been upgraded since my last experience. James the bartender is a Long Beach standard and a welcomed face at the bar. Nice job folks!
Amazing service!!! We had a very sweet server and the food came out quick. The prime rib was our target of the night. We had the San Franciscan in Torrance and this place is up to par. Ignore the bad reviews and try it for yourself.
Wow this place a good find im definitely coming back like is was in lbc wanted a good dinner and. found this place and im happy i did! The customer service was really good everyone friendly and i loved the theme of it like an old western restaurant bar and the steak and lobster is a must! The prices here are awesome i was surprised for the price of the lobster and steak around $23 really good! The soups they gave us with steak and lobster was amazing sooooooo much flavors my mouth could not handle it was so gooood ?? I just loved this place all i can say i like little old places like this still open and running ? It was awesome they have the touch tone Jukebox here and the bar is really awesome for a good time i love the vibes here definitely coming back thank you everyone that helped us here
Great dive bar with food! Not Ruth Chris so remember this is the place for a great priced and delicious meal. Drinks are always on point. Bartenders are all awesome.
Great food, reasonably priced. It's always a good time. I love karaoke nights. I highly recommend this place