With an ambiance from yesteryear, an award-winning wine list and a menu built around hand-cut and dry-aged steak, 555 East has been one of Southern California’s most talked about steakhouses since 1984. Discover the flagship American steakhouse in Long Beach that makes any occasion special. Private dining capabilities also available.
Destination steak specialist with traditional wood-&-leather decor, plus an extensive wine list.
Andrew Smith
Full honesty? We did NOT spend as much as I feared we would!
Beyond that, everything was amazing. Calamari, beet and goat cheese salad, seared ahi and baked potato, and a whole lot of complimentary celebratory things for my partner and I for our anniversary! Tony and Jiw (names on our receipt) made our night so very special. Cannot recommend it enough.
… moreDiva Ramirez
I’m a little partial to this place cause I’ve been coming here for over 20 years ever since my son’s dad and I were dating in the early 2k. It’s the first place I recommend if someone is looking to make it a stress-free special night with someone.
Servers are attentive and read the room. The staff works well together and you can tell they like each other. This speaks volumes when you’re at a nice restaurant wanting to eat peacefully.
The rooms can get a little loud, especially if you have a group that thinks they’re at Applebee’s instead of a fine-dine establishment. Some ppl are unaware of themselves. I did notice that staff was eager to get them service much quicker than other groups. I think it was their nice way of getting them out.
I’ve tried over the years the artichokes, meatballs, bass, steak, and pasta. They’re all solid as heck. I’ve never heard a gripe. Even the chicken is beyond juicy though it’s grilled.
I’ve also sat at the bar solo while I waited to get picked up and I gotta say I didn’t feel uncomfortable at all. Bartenders were attentive and conversational. I actually had the best dirty martini here. (Beefeater) For wines, I always recommend the bottle list instead of glass. The options are better… although since they don’t charge corkage fee, just bring your own. They also have fun cocktails to choose from too.
I really hope this place stays open for a long time!
Perfection! Chef’s kiss!
… moredakotah slotman
Visited 3 weeks ago but just getting to it now Great experience Jorge I believe was his name was excellent and very knowledgeable server. He Was professional and made our anniversary memorable . Great food and wine would recommend this place! Best steak I’ve ever had. Try the Japanese a5 wagyu!
… moreJohn T
Phenomenal service and great food! We came to Long Beach for our anniversary. Our flight was delayed, so we missed our original reservation at a different place. We found 555 East was open later than other places, so we went for a light dinner – and that experience set the tone for our visit to Long Beach, California: AMAZING!! Paul was our server – he was friendly, personable, attentive, fun, caring, and happy to offer recommendations. When he found out it was our anniversary, he shared kind words and brought us a card signed by the staff – we were blown away, and we felt welcomed and cared for. Thank you, Paul!! The food was delicious! We got the Baked Goat Cheese, the Crab Bisque, the Roasted Beets Salad, and the Mixed Organic Field Greens Salad. I also got the cocktail, One if by Land, which was really good! The ambiance is nice, and the patio was great! I highly recommend – it was a great experience and great way to start our trip, thanks to Paul! We’ll definitely go back next time we visit Long Beach!!
… moreR G
First time here and we really enjoyed it. Our server Robert was great and helped guide us to the steaks we got. The wagu was fantastic and I also enjoyed the dry aged ribeye. We will definitely be back to try the other meats and dishes and hope we get robert as our server again.
… moreOmar Ramos
Great food, great ambience, not for the faint of heart if you are on a tight budget. I ordered a 30 day aged steak… mouth watering and tender. Served with garlic mash potatoes. One of the best meals I had in years.
The customer service was excellent! Friendly, fun, and our server made amazing food recommendations. Definitely the place to be at during special events.
… moreR Jackson
For the price, I’d give it a 4 1/2 star just because somehow folks wouldn’t try this place if I gave it a 4. Food was tasty, service was almost perfect, and overall my experience was good. Knock off half a star for minor mistakes, but happened 3x, not a big deal but yeah, details matter for promising upscale dining. My cocktail was awesome, who knew dill and gin works (Essex Street). Valet parking was $10, attentive and friendly. The host hiding inside, was kinda weird but great traditional red chairs to lounge in while waiting to be seated. The table was tiny for two but worked. By around 6pm, I could hear a live piano playing. Wine by the glass options are a bit disappointing but by the bottle selections were much better.. Overall, worth trying at least once, maybe returning, if in the area, but I wouldn’t go outta my way.. If dining alone, the bar looked great, friendly, and looked like a safe place for business travelers to mingle.
… moreJ Glover
Always a great time. We celebrated a birthday. I lost my wallet ….they saved for me for the next day. All my things were there and they wouldn’t accept a tip. I love the service and staff.
… moreRyan Giffen
The service levels and food quality are always consistent. Servers are extremely friendly, professional, and help create memorable experiences. For Long Beach, this is a hidden gem. Reservations recommended because you never know when there is a convention in town and thus can have high wait times. One of the best steaks in town…even more so than their competitor across the street (a Chain Steakhouse)
… moreSiwar el benna
We recently celebrated our anniversary here and it was such a lovely experience! When we arrived, our table was beautifully decorated with flower petals and a card that said Happy Anniversary a small detail that made us feel so special right from the start.
The food was delicious we tried the linguine with clams, a trio of steaks with different sauces, and everything was cooked perfectly.
What really made the evening memorable was the sweet surprise at the end: they brought us a complimentary crème brûlée with candles to celebrate our anniversary. It was such a thoughtful gesture and made us feel truly appreciated.
The staff were all friendly and welcoming, always smiling and checking in to make sure we were enjoying our evening.
Overall, we had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this place if you’re looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion. Great food, warm atmosphere, and truly memorable service!
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