Boathouse on the Bay
Alamitos Bay, Long Beach
Restaurant in Long Beach, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Boathouse on the Bay is worth choosing for an easy waterfront meal in Long Beach, not as a takeout-first pick. The marina setting is the main value driver, so dine in when ambiance, group flexibility, and low booking friction matter more than a tightly defined cuisine brief.
About Boathouse on the Bay
Boathouse on the Bay is a Long Beach venue that is closed Monday, opens in the late afternoon Tuesday through Thursday, and has earlier start times Friday through Sunday. The dress code is smart casual, so plan for polished but not overly formal attire.
The strongest way to evaluate it is by schedule and occasion rather than by menu, price, service format, or amenities. Choose it when the listed hours and smart-casual dress code match the kind of Long Beach meal you are planning. If you need a specific cuisine, dish, dietary accommodation, takeout option, or delivery plan, confirm directly with the venue before building the outing around it.
Use the hours to decide when it fits
Boathouse on the Bay is closed on Monday. Its hours are Tuesday 4–8:30 PM, Wednesday and Thursday 4–9 PM, Friday 11:30 AM–9:30 PM, Saturday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM, and Sunday 10:30 AM–8 PM. Those hours make it more flexible at the end of the week and on weekends than earlier in the week.
The menu format, price range, reservation difficulty, and service style are not set out here, so avoid treating those as settled facts. For a broader scan of the city, use our full Long Beach restaurants guide; for non-restaurant planning around the same area, see our full Long Beach hotels guide and our full Long Beach bars guide.
Who should choose it, and who should redirect
Choose Boathouse on the Bay when you want a Long Beach venue whose hours work for your plan and where smart casual dress is appropriate. It is a practical option for guests who want to confirm any menu-specific needs directly with the venue.
If the night is more about comparison shopping, keep the decision simple and compare it with other options such as Schooner Or Later, San Pedro Fish Market, Koi Japanese Cuisine, Noble Rotisserie, and Marlena. Since specific cuisine, pricing, and service details may vary, use each venue's current official information before deciding which one best fits your group.
Planning details
- Location
- 190 N Marina Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803
- Reservations
- Book on Tock
- Website
- boathouseonthebay.com
- Phone
- +15624931100
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Boathouse on the Bay leans into its setting: polished, marina-adjacent rooms frame the water so the harbour becomes the ambient backdrop rather than a distant view. The dining room reads as composed and quietly confident, attracting local, return-minded diners who prize consistency over spectacle. Weekends introduce a low-key bustle — sailors, families and boardwalk visitors — but the overall register stays measured and relaxed. The restaurant’s placement on the water’s edge means maritime activity is part of the design, giving the room a scenic quality that feels lived-in rather than performative.
Best For
This is a spot that excels for evening meals where the view and the atmosphere matter as much as the plate. The menu’s heartland — substantial seafood and steak offerings — suits dinner service especially well, and the calm, polished setting makes it appropriate for low-key special occasions or weekend outings with family. Because the marina draws a steady local crowd, reservations are wise for peak times, and the room’s steady temperament rewards lingering meals and conversation without the high-decibel energy of trend-driven destinations.
Ordering Tips
Stick with the signature mains highlighted by the kitchen: the Shrimp Scampi showcases the seafood focus, while the Braised Beef Short Rib and Tomahawk Steak represent the heftier end of the menu. If the water view matters to you, request a table that faces the channel to make the most of the setting described in the room’s design. Given the venue’s emphasis on consistent hospitality and a return-visit clientele, expect well-executed classics rather than experimental flights — order what sounds appealing and plan to enjoy a relaxed, scenic meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed waterfront atmosphere with scenic bay views, suitable for romantic dinners and special occasions.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Braised Beef Short Rib
- Shrimp Scampi
- Tomahawk Steak
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 190 N Marina Dr, Long Beach, CA 90803
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Schooner Or Later, Notable alternative
- San Pedro Fish Market, Notable alternative
- Koi Japanese Cuisine, Japanese, $$$
- Noble Rotisserie, Notable alternative
- Marlena, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Long Beach
Boathouse on the Bay is the pick when the waterfront setting is part of the decision. Compared with Schooner Or Later, it reads more like a marina dinner choice than a daytime casual stop. Schooner Or Later is the better fit for a lower-pressure breakfast or lunch plan; Boathouse on the Bay makes more sense when the table view is doing real work for the occasion.
Against San Pedro Fish Market, choose Boathouse on the Bay for a calmer seated experience and easier group conversation. San Pedro Fish Market is the better redirect for a louder seafood-focused outing where scale and energy matter more than polish. For Japanese specifically, Koi Japanese Cuisine is the cleaner match, especially since its Japanese, $$$ positioning gives the meal a more defined brief.
Noble Rotisserie and Marlena are the smarter cross-shops when the group cares less about the bay setting and more about a focused meal. Boathouse on the Bay wins on ambiance and easy booking; the others are better when the food category itself is the reason for going.
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Compare Boathouse on the Bay
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boathouse on the Bay | Long Beach | , | , | No published awards |
| Schooner Or Later | Long Beach | , | , | No published awards |
| San Pedro Fish Market | Long Beach | , | , | No published awards |
| Koi Japanese Cuisine | Los Angeles | Japanese | $$$ | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Noble Rotisserie | Long Beach | , | , | No published awards |
| Marlena | Long Beach | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Boathouse on the Bay?
The dress code is smart casual. Aim for polished, comfortable clothing that fits a Long Beach venue without assuming a formal dress requirement.
What are alternatives to Boathouse on the Bay?
Other options to compare include Schooner Or Later, San Pedro Fish Market, Koi Japanese Cuisine, Noble Rotisserie, and Marlena. Check each venue's current details directly, especially if your decision depends on cuisine, price, hours, or a particular service style.
What should I order at Boathouse on the Bay?
Review the venue's current menu through its official channels before you go, especially if you are looking for a particular cuisine or dish.
Is lunch or dinner better at Boathouse on the Bay?
Use the hours to plan. Boathouse on the Bay is closed Monday; open Tuesday 4–8:30 PM; Wednesday and Thursday 4–9 PM; Friday 11:30 AM–9:30 PM; Saturday 10:30 AM–9:30 PM; and Sunday 10:30 AM–8 PM.
