Five Ocean - Long Beach

Right on the beach at the beginning of the 2.2 mile boardwalk this is a pleasant refreshment spot that has a full bar and five rotating taps. I would assign thr... read more Right on the beach at the beginning of the 2.2 mile boardwalk this is a pleasant refreshment spot that has a full bar and five rotating taps. I would assign three dollar signs based on the tacos and beer but we had. Staff was friendly and Location wasexcellent. Though my partner had some qualms with the cleanliness and locking mechanism in the bathroom it is still very much afour star experience

Searching for the best linguini clam sauce!! Finally found it. Perfection!!! Loaded with lots of fresh clams, nothing chopped, in an extraordinary sauce with ve... read more Searching for the best linguini clam sauce!! Finally found it. Perfection!!! Loaded with lots of fresh clams, nothing chopped, in an extraordinary sauce with very tasty bread crumbs topping the fresh clams. Linguini was al dente’!! Couldn’t ask foranything more. Looking forward to my next visit.

Beautiful location and a very friendly owner who took care of a few mishaps. Mushroom quesadillas were crispy and delicious. Our server seemed very new and inco... read more Beautiful location and a very friendly owner who took care of a few mishaps. Mushroom quesadillas were crispy and delicious. Our server seemed very new and incorrectly placed our orders and the owner gave us a round of drinks on him. Fish tacos wereoverloaded with slaw/beets and were dripping and the fish was average. Lobster tacos were fresh and well balanced. Overindulgence of sour cream in the tuna guacamole we didn't order and tuna was not my favorite. Great local beer on tap and nicejalapeños margaritas. A little extra server training will make a big difference but the ocean air was delightful.

The casual beachside vibe is deceiving because the food is anything but casual. Impeccably fresh seafood, sophisticated flavors, and exacting plating are what F... read more The casual beachside vibe is deceiving because the food is anything but casual. Impeccably fresh seafood, sophisticated flavors, and exacting plating are what Five Ocean delivers. Add a fully stocked bar and friendly and accommodating service and you havea beachside celebration. Our party of five had the heirloom beet salad, lentil squash soup, linguine with briny fresh clams,buttermilk fried chicken, and crispy chicken wings. While all of it was satisfying, the soup was a standout not run of themill chunky lentil but a creamy and flavorful reduction much as you’d get in a french bistro. Plus truffle fries, a necessaryindulgence. We returned on another evening and enjoyed the crispy shrimp appetizer, shrimp orriechiette, perfectly seared ahi,a thick angus burger, and doubled down on the fried chicken. Great wine pairings to boot. Unfortunately our photos are sadbecause we neglected to take them before we devoured our orders. We highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed.

Our group of five enjoyed the heirloom beet salad, lentil squash soup, linguine with briny fresh clams, buttermilk fried chicken, and crispy chicken wings. Ever... read more Our group of five enjoyed the heirloom beet salad, lentil squash soup, linguine with briny fresh clams, buttermilk fried chicken, and crispy chicken wings. Everything was delightful, but the soup truly stood out; it wasn't your typical chunky lentil variety but rather a creamy, flavorful reduction reminiscent of what you’d find in a French bistro. We also indulged in some truffle fries, which were a must-have. On a subsequent visit, we tried the crispy shrimp appetizer, shrimp orecchiette, perfectly seared ahi, a thick Angus burger, and once again ordered the fried chicken. The wine pairings were excellent as well. Unfortunately, our food photos turned out poor because we forgot to snap them before devouring our meals. We highly recommend this restaurant; you won’t be disappointed!