Discover Marlena Long Beach, your local Mediterranean Restaurant in Long Beach, CA, serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a welcoming setting. Rated 4.40 out of 5 by 166 guests, we’re known for great service and quality and convenient accessible facilities.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Food & Drinks
Delicata squash, turnips, kale, garlic
little gem lettuces, boquerones, lemon, grana
blanco tomato, sicilian oregano, garlic, olive oil
wild mushrooms, parmigiano crema, fontina, chantrelles, sal secco olives, marjoram
Delicata squash, turnips, kale, garlic
little gem lettuces, boquerones, lemon, grana
blanco tomato, sicilian oregano, garlic, olive oil
wild mushrooms, parmigiano crema, fontina, chantrelles, sal secco olives, marjoram
Hear from our valued guests
The food and atmosphere were great. I had the breakfast sandwich, and it was delicious. Our server, Francisco was very helpful and kept us updated on when our food and drinks would be served. We loved this place and definitely be back.
My first time at Marlena, and let me tell you, this place truly delivered! Our server, Alec, had the most amazing personality and did a fantastic job recommending and describing everything on the menu. The cocktails were phenomenal, and the food was equally impressive. Here’s what we ordered: • Grilled Spanish Octopus: Tender to perfection, with flavors that were absolutely on point. • Crispy Fried Cauliflower: This was absolutely delicious and, in my opinion, a must-order! • Little Gem Salad: Their unique take on a Caesar salad—simple yet satisfying. • Pappardelle Oxtail Ragu: I couldn’t try this due to dietary restrictions, but it was rated a solid 7/10 by my dining companion. • Blue Oyster Mushroom Pizza (GF): OMG, I’m in love with this! It was absolutely perfect. • Prosciutto Pizza: My boyfriend thought it was good but felt it would’ve been better with more prosciutto. For dessert, we ordered: • Orange Fennel Olive Cake: Such a unique combination of flavors that worked beautifully together—phenomenal! • Burnt Basque Cheesecake: Creamy, rich, and simply divine. Overall, the ambiance, service, cocktails, food, and desserts were fantastic. The portions were just right—not too little, not too much. We will definitely be back, and next time, we’re excited to try brunch for a different vibe!
An overall remarkable dining experience and culinary delight. First impression is visually pleasing with a beautiful aesthetic overall. Very welcoming and open vibes. The menu is concise with all of your favorites like duck, octopus, pork chop, halibut and some tasty veggie options including a tasty cauliflower dish. We had a party of 12 and shared some fabulous homemade pizzas, but also ordered several entrees and the tutti-frutti peas and pastas. Besides the approachable wine list, they also made a marvelous espresso and had some non alcoholic drinks too. The desserts were equally superb to the first part of the meal, and we all really enjoyed ourselves. Beyond the top notch food n drink, and the gorgeous atmosphere …the people made the place tops. Their attention to detail and high level of hospitality was also very enjoyable. Looking forward to visiting again. Things indeed a dining destination. Bravo Marlena LB!
I really enjoyed this meal! Charming atmosphere and delicious fresh pasta and pizza! If I lived in Long Beach this would be a go-to for me.
Great place to go on a date night dinner. Amazing food, friendly vibes and attentive staff who took their time to make sure we had a good experience. My favorites were their Crispy Fried Cauliflower and Spicy Salami Pizza. It's the best cauliflower dish I have ever eaten. The Basque Cheesecake we shared at the end of our meal was delicious so was their Espresso Martini. Will be returning to this spot again. Highly recommend making a reservation as this place can get super busy.
Fabulous Experience with Alec as our attentive, adorable waiter. I believe that every restaurant has its best dishes. You have to find them. I was recommended to try Sunday Brunch by a Foodie friend. Wow ...We all had the BEST Irish Coffee I have had since the Buena Vista in San Francisco. It baffles me why they don't advertise it!!! Then we shared the Lemon Blueberry Pancakes....One again a huge winner! Finally we tried the Spicy Pizza...thin crust made n a great Pizza oven. If you haven't tried these foods there...you haven't had the Marlena experience... Thanks to Alec for a great fun time! Going back with more people soon! See you there...
Marlene Long Beach restaurant and bistro was a very nice experience. A mixture of modern authentic and real taste came on the table with a very nice collection of drinks.
I’ve been coming here for special occasions and date nights for a few years and it’s an amazing place! I usually make a reservation but when I haven’t the wait wasn’t too long. I always get the Spanish Octopus, the agnolotti (which changes with the season, the sweet corn is my favorite), the halibut, and the pork chop (which is also changes throughout the year). I had the duck here which was also amazing. I also highly recommend the burnt basque cheese cake for dessert. I really like how their menu will change throughout the year too so there’s always something new to try each time I come here.
We loved our experience at Marlena's. The staff was outstanding. Friendly, helpful, down to earth. The food was excellent. We had the baby sweet potato starter that melts in your mouth. The Tagliatelle Ragu was rich with a hint of spice & perfectly cooked pasta, and the Sea Bass that was flakey buttery goodness. They do not have an extensive wine list, but the wines they carry are thoughtfully chosen and pair beautifully with their dining options. Overall we were very happy with our evening and will definitely be back
Wow wow wow. THIS place deserves all the attention & praise! I would dare to say it’s in the top 10 restaurants I’ve been to. From the moment we walked in, we loved the vibe, so cozy, warm, and family style. They have a wood fired oven where you can watch them make the pizzas. Service was outstanding, we were always attended to. I LOVE that they locally source all of their foods, everything was so delicious and fresh and someone even noted how happy he was that he ate so much food but didn’t feel bloated or gross. They also have a seasonal menu which is so fun! Our favorite dish was the yams with pistachios and favorite pizza was the spicy salami. The fig salad was amazing as well. We also got the cauliflower, prosciutto pizza, mushroom pizza, sage pasta, and radicchio salad. Dessert was the apple cake with caramel ice cream. Highly recommend and counting down the days until I can go back here!
Common questions about Marlena Long Beach
Marlena Long Beach is located at 5854 E Naples Plaza, Long Beach, CA 90803, United States, Long Beach, CA, United States.
You can reach Marlena Long Beach by calling +1 562-203-1500.
Marlena Long Beach has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on 166 customer reviews.
Marlena Long Beach features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Marlena Long Beach features the following service options: Outdoor seating, On-site services, Dine-in, Delivery.
Marlena Long Beach features the following highlights: Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list.
Marlena Long Beach features the following popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Marlena Long Beach features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Healthy options, Late-night food, Small plates, Spirits, Wine.
Marlena Long Beach features the following dining options: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Marlena Long Beach features the following amenities: Bar on site, Restroom.
Marlena Long Beach features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Marlena Long Beach features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists.
Marlena Long Beach features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Marlena Long Beach features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Marlena Long Beach features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking.
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