50 Best American Restaurants near Sunset Beach

“Rode our bikes down here to try a new to us spot . The beers hit the spot after a long bike ride and the pretzel was amazing .“

“Really good loco moco !!!“

“nice breakfast this morning, always enjoy HH Cafe when we visit.“

“Heritage Restaurant, Long Beach – A Well-Earned Michelin Star by Michael Broderick. In a city where “Californian” culinary ambition often plays second fiddle to casual dining, Heritage in Long Beach has carved out a place of quiet excellence, earning a well-deserved Michelin star. This intimate dining experience is a testament to ingredient-driven, technique-forward cooking, where flavors are both restrained, unpretentious, and deeply expressive. From the first bite, it was clear that Heritage excels at layering textures and flavors in unexpected ways. The meal began with an Amuse Bouche trio: a delicate prawn cracker topped with sweet Dungeness crab, a green leaf with another seafood salad that was to be eaten like a mini street taco, and balanced with the brightness and light crunch of pickled turnip. A seemingly simple couple of bites, but one that foreshadowed the precision and thoughtfulness of the courses to follow. To cleanse the palate, a mint tea infused with palo santo was served—a meditative interlude that was both refreshing and aromatic, setting the stage for the evening’s journey. The first official course, Crème Caviar, featured Russian Sturgeon Heritage Caviar and chive, a chilled preparation that was rich yet elegantly restrained. This was followed by Kanpachi Crudo, presented with carrot, ginger, and macédoine vegetables, offering a balance of clean ocean flavors against bright, vegetal undertones. Then came what I consider the star of the evening: a dish that fully captured the ethos of Heritage—Hen of the Woods Mushroom, topped in a “sunchoke stew” (crispy fried sunchoke) with fermented mushroom. For an additional $25, an indulgent shaving of black truffle took the dish to another level, transforming it into a sensory experience that evoked the deep, earthy satisfaction of foraging. The interplay of umami-rich elements made this course a masterpiece of textural and flavor contrast. The proteins that followed were executed with equal care. First, a perfectly prepared Rainbow Trout, sauted to perfection with a crispy layer of skin on one side, delicate pink flesh on the other, bathed in a delicate dashi and punctuated with bursts of smoked trout roe in a light creme sauce, which lent salinity and depth. Then, a 32-day dry-aged rib chop, a cut that can sometimes lean too “gamey” in the tradiinal steak house that cuts corners on a post aging trim, yet here was a revelation—tender, deeply beefy, but balanced. Accompanying the dish was sous vide endive, black garlic, and a shaving of Parmesan, which surprisingly lacked the usual sharpness, instead presenting a more rounded, delicate, nutty flavor. Desserts were a study in technique and balance. The first, a Grilled Strawberry with strawberry granita and Meyer lemon crème, was bright and refreshing, its layers revealing different expressions of cool and sweetness. Then came the Coco Craquelin, a delicate choux pastry filled with beurre noisette ganache and banana cremeux, meant to be eaten with the hands—a playful and interactive moment in the meal. Finally, a Sage Basque Cake, its subtle herbaceousness complemented by toasted hemp seeds and lemon curd, provided a grounding, crispy finish. Heritage is the kind of restaurant that doesn’t simply chase trends—it refines them into something personal, something intentional. The execution is confident but never showy, and the experience is paced with precision, allowing each dish to tell its own story. This is not just a meal—it’s a quiet, profound meditation on flavor, technique, and the land from which it all comes. Where other restaurant profess to be a true “Californian” style farm to table experience , Heritage is, without a doubt, a must-visit for anyone who seeks out truly exceptional dining in California.“

“To John Hansen, My wife and I would like to thank you for such a lovely evening. Chez Bacchus represents the “True Expression of a Dining Experience”. Starting with the welcoming staff at the entrance. John, your hospitality is the beginning of the joyful experience. The restaurant is so elegant. We enjoyed the vaulted ceilings with wood beams. We enjoyed the large window at the kitchen area so you can see the Chefs at work. We got to sit next to the impressive wine rack display. The restaurant’s ambiance wouldn’t be complete without the soft background music. Our waiter, Issac, was a delight. He provided us with his expertise in choosing our wines, appetizers, entrees, and desserts. It was a pleasure to meet to give special thanks to the Chef, Danny Le and Su Chef, Donald. Their expertise is why we had an amazing and delicious dinner.“

“The service was great, the ingredients were fresh, and we will be back next time.“

“Nick’s food and service doesn’t disappoint! Menu options are great, and they’ll take a classic comfort dish such as a meat loaf to a gourmet degree. Service is impecable too. Worth every dollar you spend here in every aspect! They have my respect and heart! ♥️“

“This place is always busy. We find seating there at the counter and we do not need to wait for 20 minutes. We love the bean soup? And the apple pie was great.“

“This year we chose Black Bear diner for the location of our annual Chrispen Team Pumpkin Pie giveaway, and we couldn't have been more impressed. The manager Isaid was amazing from the start helping me plan the event and order hundreds of pies. The large patio provided a private and cheerful atmosphere and was the perfect spot for the event. Carlos and the rest of the staff were amazingly attentive and handled everything we needed on the day of the event. All of our clients raved about how delicious the pies were and loved the convenient location. We can't wait to come back next year!“

“Good food and drinks! Reasonable prices. Great service!!“

“We are from Puerto Rico and visited your restaurant last week. We all loved, the atmosphere is cozy and the food is excellent. Your staff is absolutely great. A great choice and a wonderful experience. Definitely a great 💯. Will visit you again on my next trip to California.“

“I think this is where Bistro Huddy got its inspiration...but really, the food is great, especially the blueberry pancakes. WoW. I had the veggie omelet this time around. Word of warning, the coffee is terrible. Especially the cappuccino...tastes like a K-cup version. Not worth the $5.25 I paid, I couldn't finish it because of the weird aftertaste. As for service, everyone is very friendly. We got 'Nicole' for our waitress. Very FAST and efficient. (don't expect a warm and fuzzy conversation...) The food is gets onto the table so fast, you don't get a chance to ask questions before she's gone. Reminds me of YouTube KSenia..lolz. But for real...The Food is excellent. Nice quiet diner serving an older clientele, a nice outdoor patio just blocks from the beach. It can get chilly, so I recommend bringing a sweater. Enjoy!“

“Vibes are chill and the Holy Aioli burger was incredible! The onion rings were crispy, the sodas refillable (a rarity in these parts) and prices were reasonable. Glad we took a chance instead of trying the bougie restaurant across the street.“

“First class all the way. Great experience.“

“Great place to eat!!! We’ll be back!!!“

“Family-owned spot with really fair prices and a welcoming vibe. Service was quick, friendly, and made the whole experience easy. The menu has a solid selection of and is great for families. Overall, a nice local place to grab breakfast and support a hardworking family business.“

“I was here we come from Nederland 🇳🇱 and it was so nice good food and bartenders“

“Awesome place to visit for the entire family . Great service , food , and price . Also , super kid friendly and they accommodate dietary restrictions as well !“

“Delicious cuisine in a charming setting with exceptional hospitality on a lovely afternoon.“

“Great Burgers and Breakfasts“

“Good service, big servings at reasonable price 👍🏻“

“We dined at Amarith Table last night for the first time and can't wait to tell all of our friends about what a Great Restaurant it is. There is literally something on the menu for everyone. The food is delicious ontop of being all organic. The service was top-notch: friendly & efficient. Every staff member came to our table to introduce themselves and to see how things were. When we left we felt like we were part of The Amarith Family. We cant wait to Come Back...Woohoo!“

“While traveling from Idaho we were fortunate to have brunch with our dear friends in Long Beach before heading out on a cruise. They took us to this quaint, fun restaurant. Spectacular service, delicious food, Hazelnut coffee, yum! Thanks for the very cool stickers!“

“A very small breakfast place. Quaint and friendly staff. Breakfast was delicious. Portions were a little all over the place. I got the breakfast burrito with bacon. Great flavor! Just the way I like it. It's just breakfast...in a burrito. But it was on the small side, normal store tortilla size not those giant ones you get from other similar establishments. My daughter got a side of bacon and a side of hash browns. There's no way I could have eaten all they gave her. Overall delicious. Would definitely come again.“

“the food is great but I think the people make the place!!!!“

“I happened to be in Huntington Beach for my dog and wanted to join other veterans and the places that celebrated us. I stumbled on 25 degrees. What a pleasure. The bartender couldn't have been any more of a delight. She even had them make a patty for my service dog. I met an amazing vet Darren and his lady Becca. Hi Becca and Darren. I think we are going to be great boat friends. I have a 17 foot Boston whaler a Montauk fishing boat and and need other fishermen/women to take it out. Looking forward to many days on the water. I will wear their sweatshirt with the pride I have for other veterans. Stop in and say hi. I wish I got the bartenders name. I will tell many. Love you forever!!!! Patriots“

“First timer says really good need to go back and try something other than the lobster roll, just for a variety😋“

“Delicious food and smoothies! I had the chicken salad sandwich and it was the best I’ve found. The honey mustard salad dressing on my green salad was amazing. My husband was actually adding it to his chicken sandwich. We enjoyed the vegetable split pea soup down to the last drop. This lovely little restaurant has a very friendly vibe and we could hear repeat customers engaging the owner in conversation and laughter. We plan to become repeat customers too.“

“Thank you so much for my Grand slam on my 55th Birthday 🎂;)“

“As a student of csulb this is my go to spot for lunch, whether it be take out or dine in the food is always so consistent. I personally recommend the Thai chicken curry bowl with Brussels sprouts. Be on the look out for a handsome worker named Isaac he is always respectful and very friendly to all guests he makes this place worth it!“

“I love that this place is accessible via the Junipero beach parking lot or right off the beach trail.
Plus vegan options!!
And next to an outdoor roller rink.
And the food & drinks are bomb.

What more can you ask for?“

“What a nice breakfast to start my morning but should have more breakfast deals“

“Pretty good burger. Busiest breakfast place I’ve seen in Long Beach so far. Nice people too!

Update: Went back and ate outside. I like this place! Wasn’t so busy this time, still got top notch service. Get the strawberry lemonade!!“

“My 3rd time back and again an awesome breakfast. Delicious and will be back again soon!!!“

“While waiting for my vehicle to get finished servicing, decided to try this place out. I order French toast combo with scrambled eggs and bacon. Everything was pretty good, just need to add some seasoning to the eggs and maybe add strawberries and whipped cream as part of the French toast meal itself, besides that every thing was good, customer service was excellent. My whoot was no longer than 10 mins.“

“Had to stop and try this chicken. I'm not from the area so I didn't know it was here. Only getting 2 pc's was a big mistake! Wow that was good chicken! True broasted, so no need for batter. Skin was good and crispy. Cooked to order so it takes a little longer but well worth the wait. She was very helpful and even brought my order to my car. Thank you.“

“Great restaurant and food. Will be a great addition to the Valley!“

“Fantastic service and delicious wings and a salad.“

“Love coming here in the morning..also..the Lady in the morning, (the mother, wife, of the owners,) she has the best hospitality ever :)“

“it has been many years since I have been there but it was a great place with their three or four times when I was stationed on the USA USS New Jersey“

“Great Food/Shakes I’ll be Back“

“The cheeseburger was AMAZING!!!“

“This is a wonderful restaurant with a beautiful outdoor setting that makes breakfast or lunch extra special. You can enjoy the peaceful lake views, watch the birds, and even see the horses while enjoying a well-prepared meal. The location is relaxing and scenic, truly a hidden gem by the water. The food is delicious and nicely presented, and although service can be a bit slow, it gives our family time to unwind and enjoy being together. We love that it’s just a short walk to the library, which makes it a perfect family outing. With great service, plenty of parking, and a gorgeous setting, it’s an ideal spot for a laid-back meal.“

“Jennifer was a wonderful server, she's always checking up on us and never fails to make us laugh! She's great at attending us and makes sure we have what we need, perfect server!“

“Good food and amazing service!“

“Good food and service……..“

“so far everything I've had from here has been top notch. 👌🏻 Just tried the hangover burger for the first time today, I highly suggest you try it.👍🏻👍🏻“

“Good food good service decently priced!!“

“Great burgers. Haven't had a burger that interest my taste buds in a long time.“