Long Beach · Los Angeles County, CA

Nightlife in Long Beach

Scout analyzed 96 Long Beach places and surfaced the ones that actually fit nightlife.

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Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.5 hr

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Queensway Bay

2 matching spots

4th Street Corridor

2 matching spots

Marina Pacifica

1 matching spots

California Heights

1 matching spots

Downtown Core

1 matching spots

Convention Center

1 matching spots

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Marina Pacifica

Tantalum Restaurant

Tantalum is a good choice for an evening meal with a view, ideal for a date or a celebratory dinner. Expect to spend 90 minutes and between $50-$100 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsViews

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

California Heights

The Exhibition Room

The Exhibition Room is an upscale speakeasy perfect for a special night out with craft cocktails and entertainment. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $35-75 per person.

CocktailsLive musicArts

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

The Bungalow Huntington Beach

The Bungalow is good for an evening out for drinks and light bites, possibly before or after dinner. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and around $30-75 per person, especially on weekends.

CocktailsFoodViews

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Queensway Bay

Fuego

Fuego is ideal for a waterfront dinner or lunch, offering Latin-style seafood and cocktails with panoramic views. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Downtown Core

Harvelle's

Harvelle's is a swanky jazz bar for an evening out, usually involving live music and cocktails. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person and stay for at least two hours.

CocktailsLive musicRomantic

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

SeaLegs at the Beach

This chill seaside bar with live music and ocean views is good for a relaxed outing, potentially paired with a beach walk or sunset. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-50 per person on drinks and snacks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

4th Street Corridor

Pike Restaurant & Bar

Pike Restaurant & Bar is good for a casual evening meal or drinks with live entertainment, potentially pairing well with other Long Beach nightlife. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-$40 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$40 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Convention Center

RISE Rooftop Lounge

This rooftop bar is good for evening drinks and light bites, potentially as a cap to a day at nearby attractions. Expect to spend $40-80 per person for a couple of drinks and an appetizer over a two-hour visit.

CocktailsViewsFood

$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

Offshore 9 Rooftop Lounge

Offshore 9 is suitable for an upscale evening out, often paired with dinner nearby or as a standalone destination for cocktails and views. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $35-75 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Waterfront

The Auld Dubliner

The Auld Dubliner is a good spot for a casual evening out, offering classic pub fare, drinks, and often live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $30-$70 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

East Village

Seabird Jazz Lounge

Seabird Jazz Lounge is suitable for an evening outing for drinks and live music, often pairing with dinner beforehand or as a standalone destination. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$75 per person.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

VUE Bar + Restaurant

VUE Bar + Restaurant is a good choice for a dinner outing, offering elevated Californian fare and city views from a penthouse. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $30-75 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Nightlife

The Wicked Wolf Cocktail Bar + Tea Lounge & Café

Visit The Wicked Wolf for cocktails or tea, potentially pairing with a casual meal. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $25-75 per person for drinks and light bites.

FoodCocktailsViews

$25–$75 typical45 min visitmoderate parking

Queensway Bay

Observation Bar

Visit the Observation Bar for a pre-dinner cocktail or a sophisticated evening drink, enjoying the historic ambiance and live music. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $35-$75 per person for drinks.

CocktailsLive musicHistory

$35–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Zaferia

Alex's Bar

Alex's Bar is a high-energy punk rock venue best for an evening of live music and drinks, often pairing well with pre-show dinner. Expect to spend $20-$50 per person over a couple of hours.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Alamitos Bay Landing

Ballast Point Brewing

This brewpub is suitable for a casual meal and drinks, especially with its marina location. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $30-60 per person for food and a few beers.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors

$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

4th Street Corridor

Vine

Vine is a convivial spot for drinks, small plates, and live music, suitable for a relaxed date night or solo outing. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $30-75 per person.

CocktailsLive musicFood

$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking