Sophy’s

Tasty Food To Go is a tiny Thai/Laotian restaurant in a bungalow house in Long Beach with food worth driving across town for.

Playa Amor is a corporate-looking Mexican restaurant in a Long Beach shopping center that has actually great food.

Phnom Penh Noodle Shack is a Cambodian breakfast spot in Long Beach with incredible noodle dishes and a rice porridge that will cure all ailments.

There’s a lot to like about 4th & Olive in Long Beach - from the Alsatian food to the all-veteran staff.

George’s Greek Cafe in Long Beach has all the kitschy trappings - faux columns, flaming saganaki - with food that’s actually good.

For great coffee and excellent daytime food in Long Beach, head to Wide Eyes Open Palms.