Itching to hit up the freshest new spots in Long Beach? From a dessert joint to a Mediterranean restaurant, read on to see the newest destinations to land recently.
Popbar LBX
Popbar LBX is a spot to score ice cream, frozen yogurt and more, that recently opened at 4150 McGowen, Unit 12 in Long Beach.
Get your sweet and cool treat fix with one of the all-natural handcrafted gelatos on stick and more. The menu features popbars, popwiches, minipops and gelato shakes.
This business has been hitting the right note with locals, with a perfect five-star rating out of four reviews.
Yelper Carlos M., who was the first to review the new spot on March 29, raved, "Wow! Awesome flavors available at this new refreshing popbar. I most definitely will come back to try other flavors, but so far the strawberry and vanilla are on point!"
Chill out with Popbar LBX from noon–9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, noon–10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and noon–8 p.m. on Sunday.
The Kroft
New to 4150 McGowen St. in Long Beach is The Kroft, a poutinerie, offering sandwiches and more.
Expect casual gastropub cuisine and local craft beer, as well as poutines, which is a highlight of the menu and are crispy fries topped with cheese curds and gravy. There are also sandwiches, such as porchetta and the short rib melt, sides and various dipping sauces available.
With 3.5-stars on Yelp out of 27 reviews, The Kroft is still finding its footing.
Yelper Mimi L. shared, "The Kroft is definitely a great comfort food choice. If you like meats and rich flavors, you will absolutely love this vendor!"
Hungry? Check it out from 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Temakira
Temakira is a Japanese spot and sushi bar, offering poke and more, that's made its debut at 3991 N. Lakewood Blvd. in Long Beach.
The restaurant fuses Japanese and Brazilian styles of sushi to offer temakeria sushi, which is hand rolled and can be enjoyed much like a wrap. The rolls come in flavors such as salmon poke (salmon, daikon sprouts, fish eggs, cucumber, green onion, sesame seeds nad poke sauce) and calientail (yellowtail, avocado, cucumber and with spicy sauce). There are also poke bowls, appetizers, soups and salads on the menu. Wash it all down with a beer, sake or glass of wine.
A 3.5-star rating out of 15 reviews indicates Temakira is still finding its way in its early days.
Yelper Noah F. wrote, " The salmon poke bowl was good. It does cost $2 more than what I get usually at other poke places, especially ones a mile or two away from this restaurant."
It's open from 11:30–8 p..m. Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m.–9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and noon–3 p.m. on Sunday.
Lou & Mike’s
Lou & Mike’s is a breakfast, brunch and lunch spot that recently opened its doors at 3500 Los Coyotes Diagonal in Long Beach.
On the menu, look for traditional breakfast options such as french toast, egg platters and omelets, pancakes and more. For lunch, try a burger, sandwich or salad.
Reviews are mixed for this new spot, with a 3.5-star rating out of 50 reviews from Yelpers so far.
Yelper Moose A. noted, "We have been here twice now, both times for breakfast. I have to say I was very pleased with the food and the service. Good size portions and very flavorful."
Grab a bite from 7 a.m.–3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m.–5 on Saturday and Sunday.
Taboon Mediterranean
Finally, Taboon Mediterranean is a Mediterranean spot and wine/beer bar that opened recently at 539 E. Bixby Road in Bixby Knolls.
When it comes to menu options, expect wraps, soup and salad, hot and cold appetizers and entrees, such as lamb, beef and shrimp kebabs, falafel, beef and chicken shawarma and shared mezza.
With a four-star Yelp rating out of 20 reviews, Taboon Mediterranean is off to a positive start with locals.
Yelper MaryJo M. left this enthusiastic review: "The food was delicious! Filet Mignon kabobs amazing, salmon was so good, cucumber yogurt... yummy...falafel perfection and on and on..even the tea was tasty."
Stop in for a bite from 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon–8 p.m. on Sunday.
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