The Fourth of July is only a couple of days away, which means it's time to think about how you're going to celebrate. Specifically, where to find those classic foods that scream read, white and blue.
In the spirit of freedom, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find Long Beach's top all-American dining destinations, using both Yelp data and our own methodology to produce a curated list of options.
Sure, they’re not native to either the United States or the old British colonies, but few things seem more American than that summer staple, the hot dog. Long Beach, we’ve got ideas on that.
1. The Dog House
Topping the list is The Dog House. Located at 4111 N. Viking Way in Long Beach, the sports bar and traditional American spot, which offers hot dogs and more, is the highest-rated hot dog spot in Long Beach, boasting four stars out of 60 reviews on Yelp.
2. Tugboat Pete's Hot Dog Stand
Next up is Long Beach's Tugboat Pete's Hot Dog Stand, situated at 421 Shoreline Village Drive. With four stars out of 24 reviews on Yelp, the street vendor, which offers hot dogs and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. Dog Haus Biergarten
Long Beach's Dog Haus Biergarten, located at 210 E. Third St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the beer garden, which offers hot dogs, burgers and more, four stars out of 757 reviews.
If you're craving classic American food like meatloaf, hamburgers or mac and cheese, consider a celebratory Fourth of July meal at one of Long Beach's top traditional American restaurants.
1. Mom's Beach House
Topping the list is Mom's Beach House. Located at 5839 E. Appian Way in Long Beach, the traditional American spot is the highest-rated traditional American restaurant in Long Beach, boasting 4.5 stars out of 11 reviews on Yelp.
2. The Firkin Pub & Grill
Long Beach's The Firkin Pub & Grill, located at 3411 E. Broadway Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the pub and traditional American spot 4.5 stars out of 98 reviews.
A solid option that conjures the feeling of the open road, one of these beloved Long Beach diners can serve up grub that'll have you singing "God Bless America" in no time.
1. The Local Spot
Topping the list is The Local Spot. Located at 6200 B E. Pacific Coast Highway, Suite B in Long Beach, the diner and traditional American spot is the highest-rated diner in Long Beach, boasting 4.5 stars out of 990 reviews on Yelp.
2. Babe's Kitchen
Next up is Long Beach's Babe's Kitchen, situated at 1106 E. Wardlow Road. With 4.5 stars out of 727 reviews on Yelp, the diner, serving coffee, tea and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
3. The Potholder Cafe
Long Beach's The Potholder Cafe, located at 3700 E. Broadway, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the diner, cafe and vegan spot four stars out of 980 reviews.
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