The 4th Horseman
Downtown Long Beach, Long Beach
Bar in Long Beach, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
The 4th Horseman works when the plan calls for an easy downtown Long Beach hang rather than a formal restaurant-bar reservation. Its long daily hours and casual positioning make it practical for flexible nights, but verify specifics like outdoor seating or wine-list depth before treating it as the main event.
About The 4th Horseman
For The 4th Horseman in Long Beach, the verified planning details are simple: it keeps daily hours from noon into late evening, with later closing on Friday and Saturday, the dress code is casual. That makes it a low-friction option when the priority is timing and an easy dress expectation rather than a highly specified dining format.
Choose it for flexible timing, not unverified specifics
The value case is practical: The 4th Horseman is open 12–11 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 12 PM–12 AM on Friday and Saturday. Use those hours as the reliable planning hook. Details such as cuisine, signature items, seating setup, beverage depth, pricing, service format are not confirmed here, so they should be checked directly before you build a night around them.
The best fit is a guest who wants a casual Long Beach stop with broad hours. If the goal is a different kind of evening, compare the plan against La Traviata Italian Restaurant, The Apothecary at Midnight Oil, Acqua Pool Deck, ALTER EGO, or The Breakfast Bar depending on the mood and timing you want.
Use it as the flexible stop in a Long Beach night
Practical reason to put it on the shortlist is timing. Long daily hours make it easier to use before or after another plan, especially on Friday and Saturday when closing is listed at 12 AM. That flexibility is more grounded than any unverified claim about a signature drink, food specialty, outdoor seating, or cellar strength. If a specific menu, seating style, or quieter setup is non-negotiable, verify those details before going.
For wider planning, compare it with other Long Beach dining options, including The Breakfast Bar. Broader city pages may also help if the night may shift categories: Our full Long Beach restaurants guide, Our full Long Beach bars guide, Our full Long Beach hotels guide, Our full Long Beach wineries guide, Our full Long Beach experiences guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 121 W 4th St, Long Beach, CA 90802
- Website
- the4thhorsemanlbc.com
- Phone
- +1 562 662 3754
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The 4th Horseman favors a low-key, drink-first sensibility in downtown Long Beach. The room is quieter and less theatrical than its Instagram-ready peers, and it privileges the mechanics of drinking over staging; conversations at the bar tend to be about what’s in the glass rather than who’s in the room. That restraint creates an intimate, sophisticated atmosphere: a considered craft-cocktail bar that doesn’t announce itself loudly but rewards attention. The result feels like a small, program-focused venue where the cocktail list and the craft behind it are the primary attractions, not lighting, props, or social spectacle.
Best For
The 4th Horseman suits visitors who come for the drinks first. It’s a neighborhood bar for people who prefer conversation and craft over spectacle, and it attracts guests who want to take time with a cocktail rather than chase nightlife energy. Travelers from nearby Los Angeles and locals interested in program-focused drinking find it appealing. It works well for quiet dates, solo bar sessions, or small groups who want to compare notes on cocktails; it is less about late-night dancing and more about savoring a well-made drink in a considered setting.
Ordering Tips
Treat the drink menu as the main event: the bar’s identity is built around a programmatic cocktail list, so start there and ask the bartender about current highlights. Expect thoughtful, well-crafted drinks rather than theatrical garnishes or Instagram moments. If you prefer quieter conversation, take a seat at the bar, where the room’s focus tends to be on what’s being poured. Avoid expecting loud, high-volume service; instead, slow down, ask questions about spirits and technique, and let the cocktails be the conversation starters.
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- La Traviata Italian Restaurant, Notable alternative
- The Apothecary at Midnight Oil, Notable alternative
- Acqua Pool Deck, Notable alternative
- ALTER EGO, Notable alternative
- The Breakfast Bar, Notable alternative
Bar context
How it compares in Long Beach
La Traviata Italian Restaurant is the better choice when dinner structure and wine-with-food matter more than casual flexibility. The 4th Horseman is easier to slot into a loose downtown plan, while La Traviata is the stronger fit for a seated restaurant night.
The Apothecary at Midnight Oil and ALTER EGO make more sense if the priority is a cocktail-led bar experience. Choose The 4th Horseman when booking ease and casual energy outweigh a more composed drinks-room atmosphere.
Acqua Pool Deck is the setting-driven alternative, especially when the group wants open-air hotel-bar energy. The Breakfast Bar is better suited to daytime or brunch-leaning plans, while The 4th Horseman works better as a flexible downtown evening stop.
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Compare The 4th Horseman
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The 4th Horseman | Long Beach | No published awards |
| La Traviata Italian Restaurant | Long Beach | No published awards |
| The Apothecary at Midnight Oil | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Acqua Pool Deck | Long Beach | No published awards |
| ALTER EGO | Long Beach | No published awards |
| The Breakfast Bar | Long Beach | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best time to go to The 4th Horseman?
Go when its hours fit your plan: The 4th Horseman runs from 12–11 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, 12 PM–12 AM on Friday and Saturday. For a Long Beach stop, that makes it useful before or after other plans. Compared with La Traviata Italian Restaurant, it is best evaluated as a flexible casual option unless you confirm more specific dining details directly.
Is The 4th Horseman open late?
Yes, especially on Friday and Saturday, when hours run until 12 AM. The rest of the week, it stays open until 11 PM. If you want a nighttime plan in Long Beach, its broad evening hours are the clearest verified advantage.
What is The 4th Horseman known for?
Based on the verified information here, The 4th Horseman is best planned around its Long Beach location, casual dress code, broad daily hours. Specific menu, drink, seating, service details should be confirmed directly.
