
Domenico’s is Long Beach’s oldest continuously operated restaurant, and one of the first restaurants to serve pizza in California. In 1954, Domenico and Beverly Spano opened Domenico’s in the Belmont Shore area of Long Beach. With a simple menu consisting primarily of made-from-scratch pizzas and the now famous house “Special Salad,” Domenico and Beverly introduced their Italian faire to the Long Beach locals.
Family-friendly Italian restaurant with a wall mural serving pizza, pasta & red-sauce entrees.
Hours
| Friday | 4–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Monday | 4–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–9 PM |
| Thursday | 4–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 5339 2nd St, Long Beach, CA 90803
Phone: (562) 439-0261
Website: http://www.domenicosrestaurant.com/
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Reviews
If you haven’t been to Domenico’s, are you even living? We had an absolutely stellar experience from start to finish.
First off, let’s talk about the Garlic Bread and Sauce. It is quite literally out of this world—I’d probably drink that sauce if it were socially acceptable. We paired it with their famous salad and that creamy garlic dressing that lives in my dreams.
For the main event, the Pizza was perfect with that iconic ground pepperoni, and the Lasagna was a total showstopper—thick, rich, and exactly what comfort food should be.
The service really put it over the top. Our server, Leo, was amazing—attentive, fast, and made sure we had everything we needed. We also met Kyle, the manager, who clearly runs a tight (and very friendly) ship.
Between the twinkly lights, the cozy red booths, and the incredible food, this is easily my favorite spot in Belmont Shore. 10/10, no notes!
We had the chicken piccata and the chicken marsala. They could not have been better!
I’ve had a lot of tiramisu in my life, and this is probably the most creamy flavorful one I’ve ever had!
I am not exaggerating just because the perfectly pared wine is now hitting.
Our server was so helpful with the menu. Then Kyle (the owner) came to our table and made us feel even more special.
I will definitely be back. This will be my go to place in Long Beach. Love.
The moment I walked in, I sensed this place would become one of my favorite spots — a way to keep Italy close to my heart (and stomach).
The focaccia was a wonderful surprise. The first few times I had it were in Italy, so biting into that spongy, savory bread again felt like a warm “welcome back.” And that was just the start. The appetizers were divine — in taste, portion, and price. Once, when my favorite wine wasn’t in stock, the staff turned it into a mini wine tasting adventure until it was. As for the tiramisu… I wouldn’t die for it, but I’d absolutely k- for it.
Oh, and the waiters? Amazing. Friendly, fast, and genuinely cool. The place probably remembers me as the solo diner with the cool hair, always smiling — and the only one who paid with Apple Pay instead of a card.
I haven’t been back since I moved away, but the next time I’m in town, I will be stopping by. And maybe this time, I won’t keep this hidden gem to myself.
The atmosphere is classic and welcoming. I appreciate establishments that take pride in their craft, and Domenico’s does exactly that.
Highly recommend if you’re in Long Beach and craving a comforting, elevated Italian meal. I’ll definitely be back. ✨