lunch in Long Beach near Cal State?

[howard81]

I'm going to the theatre at Cal State Long Beach this Sunday afternoon. Any good lunch type spots around?

[gsw]

You might also like Khoury's down by the marina for a pretty view.

http://www.khourys.net/

Their website is a little annoying, but it's a nice place. And I think maybe the owner has some kind of deal with the Musical Theatre West people - are you going to see one of their productions?

[Joani Macaroni]

Have never been to Koury's (always wanted to try it) but had heard their food had really gone downhill. Have you eaten there recently?

[justagthing]

Khoury's is ok, I'd rather eat at Buster's.

[howard81]

Thanks for all your input, guys ... we went to Hof's, and enjoyed it!

[gsw]

The mall on Bellflower has a King's Fish House - I haven't eaten at that one, but I enjoy the one in Calabasas, so it's probably a good choice. There's also a Bristol Farms in that mall with a nice cafe area. Pick Up Stix is a good Asian food chain restaurant.

[mlgb]

Isn't that restaurant called something like Fish Tale?

Never been there.

[Oh Robin]

Yes, it is the Fish Tale (King's is downtown) and it's very good.

[bigdfromlb]

No, there IS a restaurant called Fish Tale in the Los Altos center, just between Bristol Farms and the pancake place. There is also a King's Fish House in downtown LB. The Fish Tale bills itself as the "oldest in Long Beach" -- I always hoped they weren't talking about the fish!

[Oh Robin]

That's what I said. ??? Read the posts above mine.

[CynD]

I've had dreadful experiences at Fish Tale, and can't recommend it. Hof's is just across the street if the OP is looking for good old fashioned American coffee shop stuff.

[mlgb]

The Los Altos Hof's Hut would probably work for you. It's on Bellflower betwen the 405 Freeway and the University.

They're a local chain that is okay. Be sure to save room for pie!

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Hof's Hut Restaurants
2147 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90815

[howard81]

I've got a car, so I'm free to leave the campus. I'm looking for good old fashioned American food ... not too far from the theatre. Thanks.

[mdlb]

There's a pretty good Philly cheesesteak place north on PCH. Near the traffic circle, can't be more than 3 miles. I forget the name, but it's very good.

Otherwise, Hof's Hut for standard diner food.

[Servorg]

Are you thinking of Philly's Best?

1998 Ximeno Ave, Unit B
Long Beach, CA 90815
562-986-7872

[mdlb]

Yes, that's it!!!

[thegotogirl]

the starling diner is unique, adorable and delicious. only open til 3:00 on sundays, can sometimes be sketchy service but breakfast bruschetta and bloody mary's are DELISH! really quaint spot on 3rd street in belmont heights

[JAB]

Enrique's for excellent Mexican.

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Enrique's
6210 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803

[gsw]

I concur. Enriques is great

[justagthing]

Do you have any preferences as to type of food and also, do you have transportation for a short drive off campus? This will help us to direct you. As for w/in walking distance, just south of campus in the Ralph's shopping area you have Cha for Tea, L&L Hawaiian, Z Pizza, Pete's on the Beach, Togo's and Niko Niko Sushi. Many more places to choose from that aren't too far away.