Bar Becky — Restaurant in Long Beach

Bar Becky (named after Chef Jonathan's mother, RIP) - has only been open a month and looks to be the new and promising new spot at LBX.

We stumbled upon this new establishment by accident walking by and thought we'd give it a try since it was something new. The Hell's Kitchen sign also caught my attention LOL.

To be frank, we were on our way to 908 but their menu hasn't changed in two years and I've already been there enough to be familiar with their menu. So either you're the type of person that likes to eat the same thing or you're like me, you like variety in life.

We sat at the bar because that's where you get to see all the action and get all the "tea" from the bartender (wink). We ordered two of their most popular drinks that did not disappoint.

Cocktails were strong - check Wine list was decent - check Octopus was delicious - check Branzino served filet style - check

Squid Ink Linguine was delicious but it was cold when the dish arrived and I honestly wished the portion was just a tad bigger since these dishes are meant to be shared.

They also gave us a desert on the house that was quite decadent. I'm not much of a sweets or dessert person but it wasn't too sweet.

Overall, solid 4 stars. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner and experience. Meeting and getting to know the staff, who are amazing: Kenny aka Bartender and Anthony aka Chef Jonathan's brother, Chef Jonathan as well as his sister who happened to sit next to us really made the experience feel like we were at a friend's house.

I'm so glad this isn't the type of place that has a TV hanging over the bar yet it also didn't feel stuffy. Given that they are only a month in, I think there's a strong potential for this to become a Long Beach favorite with some improvements.

My only feedback is that the service was a bit slower and the food was a bit on the colder side.

I definitely plan to return with all my friends. The Chef also mentioned that the menu would be changed from time to time, which is something I appreciate and look forward to.

NOTE - only open Wed to Sun for...

Fantastic ingredients, reasonable portions, and fresh preparations make for a range of delectable dishes.

The three course menu makes for an excellent sampling of appetizer, entre, and dessert for $40, though my one complaint is that all entres offered lacked any significant protein. It does appear the menu is updated semi regularly, so maybe this is isolated to the one I happened upon.

The crispy eggplant was by far the stand out dish - I each piece was cooked to perfection with a crispy exterior and a delicate interior, with no hint of mushiness that can plague overcooked eggplants. The sauce, pickled peppers, and pine nuts all worked together to add complementary flavors & textures. Absolutely 10/10.

The mushroom pasta (whose name I can't remember nor find online) was decent, but outside of a couple large chunks lacked a particularly strong mushroom presence. It may have also been my poor choice of pairing, but it did not work well with White wine, going particularly bland on the tongue after taking a sip of wine and only returning to it's normal, mild flavor after a few bites when the fats/oils in the sauce have a chance to recoat the tongue. That being said, I found myself feeling there was something lacking from the dish, though I'm not sure what. Perhaps a bit more salt or even some garlic? Despite this, it was still a solid dish overall: 7/10

Lastly, the bread pudding: a combination of the smoothest, creamiest peanut butter mousse sprinkled with frozen raspberries and a syrupy raspberry sauce produced an accompanying flavor profile that worked delightfully with the fresh, warm bread pudding slice. My only nitpick is that, while presented beautifully, the deconstructed setup made it challenging to get a bit of each flavor on every bite. Still,...

We dined here last night for Dine LA and had a fantastic experience. It was our first time visiting this restaurant, and it did not disappoint. My boyfriend and I both ordered from the Dine LA Three-Course Prix-Fixe Menu, while our friends ordered from the regular menu. Here’s what we tried: • Crispy Eggplant – Lightly fried yet packed with flavor. The raisin-caper butter, pine nuts, and pickled peppers added a great balance. I really enjoyed this appetizer. • Mediterranean Octopus – One of the best octopus dishes I’ve ever had! Perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. • Endive & Chicory Salad – The light dressing complemented the greens beautifully. • Beets & Goat Cheese – A perfect balance of flavors—light, refreshing, and delicious. • Wagyu Short Rib – Rich, tender, and full of flavor. An excellent choice. • Aleppo Pepper Cavatelli – Slightly spicy, though mild for those accustomed to heat. As a spice lover, I didn’t find it remotely spicy, but it was still delicious. • Alfredo Shrimp w/ Garlic Breadcrumbs – Light and satisfying. All their pasta dishes are served in a tapas-style portion, so you won’t leave feeling overly full. • Vodka Pasta – A simple yet flavorful dish that really delivers. • Olive Oil Cake – Unfortunately, this was dry and not to my taste. I prefer a more moist cake. • Chocolate Budino – Absolutely delicious! This was a favorite.

A note on portions: This is not your typical Italian restaurant with large servings. I personally love this approach since I don’t eat pasta often and prefer not to feel overwhelmed by heavy portions.

We’ll definitely be back to try more dishes. Overall, a satisfying experience, and I highly recommend visiting if you’re...