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Long Beach restaurants open on Thanksgiving for those who work, can’t make it happen in the kitchen, or just need a break

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“Long Beach restaurants open on Thanksgiving?” is probably the most common question asked in my food group among its 73,000 members when the holidays begin to come around—and to be honest, it is hard to find out which places are actually open and which ones are not because restaurants often don’t update their hours online, forcing you to read the very frustrating Google message, “Today is a holiday. Call establishment to assure hours are correct.”

And surely, while we would love to exemplify a society where “everyone has the day off”—and therefore not a single place would be open—the reality is very different. There are many folks who do work (and need an easy dinner) like nurses, emergency workers, city workers, people who work remotely for places outside the States… There are people who don’t have the luxury to be with family, be it because they live in another place or they no longer have a connection. Plus, restaurants are severely struggling—so patronizing them gives them a leg up.

In no particular order: Long Beach restaurants open on Thanksgiving.

And this is important: Assure to call in case reservations are needed. This article is with information for Thanksgiving 2024, taking place on Thursday, Nov. 28.

Own a restaurant that’s open on Thanksgiving day and don’t see it here? Reach out to Brian Addison and he’ll happily add you to the list: brian@longbeachize.com


Panxa Cocina

3937 E. Broadway; (562) 433-7999

For more information, click here.

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The interior of Panxa in Long Beach. Photos by Brian Addison.

We already know Panxa is home to the city’s largest collection of agave spirits. But the New Mexico-inspired concept—birthed by Chef Arthur Gonzalez and now headed by his wife, Vanessa Auclair, following his tragic death—is also home to some of the city’s best events. Their annual hatch chile roasting celebration has become a Long Beach tradition. Their upcoming “Taste of Mexico” event with yours truly. Private events for parties. Watching parties for worldly happenings like elections or awards.

And now, they’re dipping into the world of Thanksgiving for the first time

What time? 3PM to 9PM. What to expect? They’ll be offering a $38 Cornish game hen dinner with sides and a few other dishes from their regular menu. And even better? They’ll be open for brunch at 10AM on Black Friday.


Chez Bacchus

743 E. 4th St.; (562) 336-1440

For more information, click here.

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Chez Bacchus in Downtown Long Beach. Photo by Brian Addison.

Chez Bacchus is an underrated little gem in Downtown Long Beach, where owner and wine director John Hansen has contributed to the vino renaissance happening throughout the city—joining spaces like Michael’s on Naples and The Attic as being particularly stellar with their lists—and Chef Danny Kay brings both a sense of elevation and humbleness.

The time? 3PM to 8PM. What to expect? A four-course dinner where your choice of turkey, King salmon, or wagyu beef cheek act as your starring dishes.


La Traviata

301 N. Cedar Ave.; (562) 432-8022

For more information, click here.

La Traviata in Downtown Long Beach. Photo by Brian Addison/CVB.
La Traviata in Downtown Long Beach. Photo by Brian Addison/Visit Long Beach.

This classic Italian staple in Downtown has been serving the community for nearly 30 years—and its annual tradition of hosting Thanksgiving continues.

When? 2PM to 8PM. What to expect? A wide selection of proteins—including turkey multiple ways—a full array of pasta dishes, and plenty of sides, wines, and cocktails.

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Pickle Banh Mi (9AM to 3PM)

1171 E. Anaheim St.

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Bánh mì bò nướng xã from Pickle Banh Mi. Photo by Brian Addison.

I absolutely love our city’s growth in traditional Vietnamese cuisine—and Pickle Banh Mi Co.’s first location beyond the Orange Curtain is a prime example of that, giving us the city’s undisputed best bánh mì (and some of the best baguettes, made in house for a buck a piece if you just want some good bread). Even more, the story behind the small operation is one that is about the empowerment and resilience of Vietnamese women and their families—and it is directly reflected through their food, including their offering of the city’s best bánh mì.

What time? 9AM to 3PM, while they close on Black Friday. What to expect? The city’s best bánh mì, of course.


Boathouse on the Bay

190 North Marina Dr.; (562) 493-1100

For more information, click here.

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The patio on Boathouse on the Bay is par none. Photo by Brian Addison/CVB.

With one of the city’s best patios and the ability to make reservations from 2 to 11 people, the Boathouse’s annual Thanksgiving buffet is $70 per adult and $25 per child under 10 years old. To secure your spot at the table, a $25 deposit per guest is required, which will be credited toward the final bill.

The time? 12PM to 6PM. What will be on hand? Indulge in a variety of dishes ranging from traditional Thanksgiving favorites to a selection of seafood and carved meats.


Shlap Muan

2150 E. South St.

Shlap Muan owner Hawk Tea preparing the space's Dirty Elvis wings. Photo by Brian Addison.
Shlap Muan owner Hawk Tea preparing the space’s Dirty Elvis wings. Photo by Brian Addison.

When I first wrote about this tiny-but-mighty wing shop in North Long Beach for Eater LA, the story was an ode to the symbiotic relationship between the Cambodian community and Long Beach: Owner Hawk Tea had to balance many things while being raised in his parents’ North Long Beach Chinese-American restaurant—his Chinese ethnicity, Cambodian culture, American citizenship, search for self…—but ultimately, it was his eventual take over that very restaurant that has proven to be his most fulfilling endeavor to date: Eschewing the majority of the space’s old-school menu and rebranding as Shlap Muan (“chicken wing” in Khmer), Tea has created a mini-wing empire that honors everything about his multi-cultural life—especially the Cambodian side.

What time? 11:30AM to 4:30PM. What to expect? The best wings in the city, of course.


OBRA Handbakery

6240 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.; (562) 494-1000

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An array of empanadas from OBRA Handbakery in Long Beach. Photo by Brian Addison.

OBRA HandBakery is the undisputed king of empanadas in Long Beach. They’ve done so by building up a decade-long patronage and online following, generating genuinely viral moments for the space. 

When? 8AM to 3PM. What to expect? Their full menu.


Saint & Second

4828 E. 2nd St.; (562) 433-4828

For more information, click here.

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Courtesy of business.

The Shore staple—part of the Hof’s Hut family of restaurants that also includes Lucille’s BBQ—is open on Thanksgiving for dine-in or take-out. For those dining in, dinners will be $49 and $20 for those under 12 years of age.

The time? 10AM to 9PM. What to expect on the menu? Oven roasted turkey and Duroc ham. Andouille and brioche stuffing, crème fraîche mashed potatoes, green beans, maple sweet potatoes, cranberry and tangerine sauce, pumpkin pie…


Natraj Indian Cuisine

5262 E. 2nd St.; (562) 248-2225

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Natraj Cuisine of India in Belmont Shore. Photo by Brian Addison.

What time? 10AM to 11PM. What to expect? The Indian buffet that has always been a staple of the restaurant.


Ruth’s Chris

180 E. Ocean Blvd., #160; (562) 966-6777

For more information, click here.

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Ruth’s Chris has long had the tradition of being open on Thanksgiving. Photo by Brian Addison.

The high-end steakhouse chain has historically been open for the holiday for years—and the dine-in dinner cost $44 for adults and $17 for children.

The time? 11AM to 8PM. What to expect? Oven roasted turkey stuffed with herbs along with choices of various beginners—like a lobster bisque or Cesar salad—and sides—like sweet potato casserole, mashed potatoes, green beans, and creamed spinach. All finished off with pumpkin cheesecake.


Cafe Sevilla

140 Pine Ave.; (562) 495-1111

For more information, click here.

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Make your Thanksgiving a little Spanish at Cafe Sevilla. Photo by Brian Addison/Visit Long Beach.

The massive club-meets-restaurant has three locations—and its Long Beach location has been a staple on Pine for well over a decade. The dinner will be $50 per person or folks can purchase the specials à la carte.

What time? 5PM until at least 10PM. What to expect? Three-course Spanish-meets-Thanksgiving dinner with mushroom cream soup, beer-glazed duck, and a pumpkin empanada.


Fuego at Hotel Maya

700 Queensway Dr.; (562) 481-3910

For more information, click here.

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Who wouldn’t want a seaside margarita on Thanksgiving?

Fuego is likely to be the best hotel restaurant—especially after the said vacating of James Republic at the Marriott. It not only offers stunning views of the southern shore but is a great place to hang out.

What time? 11AM to 9PM. What to expect? An à la carte menu that includes everything from lamb, turkey, sea bass, short ribs, and filet mignon to pumpkin mousse cheesecake and cocktails.


Parker’s Lighthouse

435 Shoreline Village Dr.; (562) 432-6500

For more information, click here.

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Parker’s Lighthouse’s promotional image for their Thanksgiving spread.

This Shoreline Village staple has been around for 40 years and is a popular choice by tourists and locals alike.

What time? 11:30AM to 9PM. What to expect? A special 3-course prix fixe menu that includes a traditional turkey dinner complete with all the trimmings. Other entrée options include steaks and seafood dishes.


The 555

555 E. Ocean Blvd.; (562) 437-0626

For more information, click here.

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Courtesy of The 555.

A steakhouse in DTLB that never fails—and remains a Long Beach restaurant open on Thanksgiving throughout the years. Their traditional Thanksgiving dinner is $68 per adult and $24 for children under the age of 12.

What time? 11:30AM to 10PM. What to expect? Choices of turkey or ham along with starters like clam chowder and desserts like pumpkin cheesecake.


City Cruises (brunch and dinner)

310 S. Pine Ave., Rainbow Harbor, Dock 6A

For more information on dinner, click here.

For more information on brunch, click here.

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Courtesy of Visit Long Beach.

Yes, Thanksgiving brunch or dinner on a boat across a 2-hour (brunch) or 2.5 hour (dinner) cruise throughout the waters nearby.

What time for brunch? Board the ship at 10:30AM, then set sail from 11AM to 1PM. What to expect? Smoked salmon, French toast, pasta salads, birria-style chicken and more.

What time for dinner? Board the ship at 3:30PM and set sail from 4PM to 6:30PM. What to expect? A live DJ, dancing, along with a dinner that includes turkey, salmon, tri-tip, mac’n’cheese and more.


Shannon’s Bayshore

5335 E. 2nd St.; (562) 433-5901

What time? 12PM (on Nov. 28) to 2AM (on Nov. 29). What to expect? A complimentary meal from The Carvery with a two-drink purchase.


Northern Cafe

4911 E. 2nd St.; (562) 343-2373

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An array of dim sum offerings from Nothern Cafe. Photo by Heather Kern/Long Beach Food Scene.

After just introducing dim sum, Northern Cafe in Belmont Shore is prepped to be open with their regular menu on Thanksgiving.

What time? 11:30AM to 9PM. What to expect? All the Chinese deliciousness you want if feeling the need to escape the American traditional Thanksgiving grub.


Hof’s Hut

Multiple locations

For more information, click here.

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The much-missed Hof’s Hut at 2nd and PCH—but there are others that are open.

I will always lament the loss of the Hof’s Hut at 2nd and PCH (and Rep. Robert Garcia agrees with me)—but they have other locations and remain a Long Beach restaurant open on Thanksgiving. Adults cost $30 and kids cost $15.

What time? 10AM to 8PM. What to expect? Turkey breast with apple almond stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, cranberry sauce, cinnamon creamed corn and apples, candied yams, toasted marshmallow pumpkin bread, and pumpkin pie.


Angel’s Share

5110 E. 2nd St.; (562) 588-9092

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Angel’s Share in Belmont Shore. Courtesy of business.

What time? 3PM to midnight. What to expect? Full regular menu along with a 48 oz. Tomahawk special for $99; a Prime Rib special for $39; and Turkey Special for $29 that includes cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and a salad. They will also have an all-day special for drinks that include but-one-get-one-half-off cocktails and old fashioneds, all draft beer $5 each, and well drinks at $6. 


Gladstone’s

330 S. Pine Ave.; (562) 432-8588

For more information, click here.

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Courtesy of business.

The Pine Pier staple has been serving tourists and locals alike for decades—and they have long held a tradition of being a Long Beach restaurant open on Thanksgiving. Even better? Reservations are recommended but ultimately not requires.

What time? 11AM to 7:30PM. What to expect? A roast turkey dinner with all the fixings and a pumpkin pie dessert for dine-in or take-out. Kid’s menu and limited regular menu will also be available.


Panama Joe’s

5100 E. 2nd St.; (562) 434-7417

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Courtesy of business.

What time? 11AM (on Nov. 28) to 2AM (on Nov. 29). What to expect? Regular menu at the rowdy space—and come post-dinners-at-home, definitively crowded.


Galata Turkish Grill & Ice Cream

5205 E. 2nd St.; (562) 572-3777

The interior of Galata is beyond charming. Courtesy of business.
The interior of Galata is beyond charming. Courtesy of business.

What time? 11AM to 11PM. What to expect? Both their restaurant and ice cream shop to be open with their full, regular menus.


Lucille’s

Multiple locations

For more information, click here.

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Lucille’s Smokehouse & Bar-B-Que is part of the Hof’s Hut group of restaurants. Courtesy of business.

Despite the outright cringey origins of Lucille’s, it has long been a Long Beach restaurant open on Thanksgiving. Diners for adults will cost $35 and kids will cost $19.

What time? 10AM to 8PM. What to expect? Slow-smoked Turkey, ham—or both—with a ton of sides: garlic mashed potatoes, mac’n’cheese, stuffing, corn pudding, gravy, cranberry sauce, biscuits and apple butter, and pumpkin pie.


Dogz Bar and Grill

5300 E. 2nd St.; (562) 433-3907

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Courtesy of business.

What time? 11AM (on Nov. 28) to 2AM (on Nov. 29). What to expect? A complimentary meal with a two-drink purchase until sell-out (which is usually after the first 150 people).


Breakfast Republic

5313 E. 2nd St.; (562) 512-7764

A French toast flight from Breakfast Republic. Courtesy of business.
A French toast flight from Breakfast Republic. Courtesy of business.

What time? 7AM to 3PM. What to expect? Their full breakfast/brunch offerings—if you’re willing to eat that much before the main event.


Black Bear Diner

1898 E. Willow St. in Signal Hill; (562) 513-7001

For more information, click here.

The Signal Hill diner is known for its massive plates and absurdly big menu—and Thanksgiving is no exception, with full-on turkey, ham, and prime rib dinners that run from $26 to $29.

What time? 11AM to 10PM. What to expect? The traditional: your protein choice from the list above with mashed potatoes, muffins, pie, salad, and more.


Acapulco

6270 E. Pacific Coast Hwy.; (562) 596-3371

For more information on Acapulco, click here.

Courtesy of business.

Acapulco will have a Thanksgiving with a buffet that is $39.50 for adults and $13.50 for kids.

What time? 11AM to 10PM. What to expect at both locations? The same all-you-can-eat Thanksgiving buffet with a turkey and ham carving station, apple-jalapeno stuffing, chipotle-honey sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, taco station, soups, salads, dessert bar, and unlimited champagne.


Osaka Story

4905 E. 2nd St.; (562) 434-5757

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The octopus carpaccio from Osaka Story. Courtesy of business.

What time? Noon to 9PM. What to expect? Sushi, of course.


The Wine Country

2301 Redondo Ave. (in Signal Hill); (562) 597-8303

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The Wine Country in Signal Hill. Photo by Brian Addison.

Randy Kemner and the entire team at The Wine Country have largely been involved in upping (if not outright dictating) Long Beach’s taste in wines, beers, and spirits for decades. With the expansion of their market during the pandemic, the Signal Hill outfit also consistently reminds people of the importance of pairing wine with food. And given your local grocer is going to be nuttier than a peanut butter on Thanksgiving Day, let Wine country swoop in as the place to grab that last minute bottle of champagne and array of cheeses and cold cuts.

When? 10AM to 2PM. What to expect? Plenty of wine, booze, snacks, and happiness.


Shenanigan’s

423 Shoreline Village Dr. Suite A; (562) 437-3734

For more information, click here.

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Shenanigans in Shoreline Village. Photo by Brian Addison/Visit Long Beach.

When? 11AM to 2AM. What to expect? All-day happy hour, cornbread stuffing, sweet potato hash, mashed potatoes & gravy, green beans, a cranberry roll


Solita

1 Pine Ave.; (562) 357-6033

For more information, click here.

A spread from Solita in Downtown Long Beach. Photo by Brian Addison.
A spread from Solita in Downtown Long Beach. Photo by Brian Addison.

Despite their upcoming closure, yes, Solita will be open on Thanksgiving.

When? 11AM to 10PM. What to expect? A lotta margaritas.

Brian Addison
Brian Addisonhttp://www.longbeachize.com
Brian Addison has been a writer, editor, and photographer for more than 15 years, covering everything from food and culture to transportation and housing. In 2015, he was named Journalist of the Year by the Los Angeles Press Club and has since garnered 30 nominations and three additional wins. In 2019, he was awarded the Food/Culture Critic of the Year across any platform at the National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. He has since been nominated in that category every year, joining fellow food writers from the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, Eater, the Orange County Register, and more.

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