Brian Addison
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 since, joining fellow food writers from the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times, Eater, the Orange County Register, and more.
Food & Drink
FIRST LOOK: Inside the nostalgic world of Mooney’s Pizza Tavern in Long Beach
Mooney's Pizza Tavern—the incredible build-out of the old Huff's family restaurant on Wardlow Road—will officially open its doors on Friday, Feb. 27 at 4PM.
Culture & Commentary
Slow Matter wants to become Long Beach’s next clay studio—it just needs a community boost
Slow Matter Studio, the forthcoming clay and pottery studio from Eloise Wood, is preparing to open at 3934 E. 4th St.
Food & Drink
Broken Spirits wants to reintroduce itself to Long Beach (free booze included)
Refocusing on their BBQ roots, Broken Spirits will act as the kick-off space—free booze included!—for Long Beach Last Call, the 10-day celebration of our city's bar culture.
Food & Drink
Hinata Ramen marks itself as Long Beach’s most underrated ramen spot
With smoke and umami as its guiding lines, Hinata Ramen is unquestionably Long Beach's most underrated ramen shop.
Food & Drink
Smaller footprint, sharper focus: Noble Rotisserie takes on new space in Long Beach
After six years at 2nd & PCH, Noble Rotisserie has officially entered a new chapter in a new space.
Food & Drink
This Long Beach ‘unicorn whiskey’ tasting features everything from King of Kentucky to Old Forester Birthday Bourbon
Angel Share's "Unicorn of Whiskey Tasting" breaks open the most coveted parts of owner Jack Walls's expansive whiskey collection.
Food & Drink
Favorite things I’m eating right now in Long Beach: February 2026
Brian Addison's Favorite Things is a monthly list showcasing his five favorite things he has eaten in Long Beach.
Events & Festivals
Long Beach Last Call 2026: The full event lineup for 10-day celebration of bar culture
Long Beach Last Call, from March 1-10, is a series of events celebrating the city’s rich bar culture, community, and its workers.
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