Tantalum
Marina Pacifica, Long Beach
Restaurant in Long Beach, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Tantalum is a practical Long Beach pick when the night calls for an easy, atmospheric meal near the Pacific Coast Highway corridor. Choose it for group energy and booking flexibility; cross-shop Enrique's Mexican Restaurant for a clearer Mexican lane, Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach for Spanish-style group dining, or Marlena for a more polished restaurant feel.
About Tantalum
Tantalum is a Long Beach venue with daily hours and a smart-casual dress code. For the smoothest visit, confirm current dining details directly with the venue before you go.
A neighborhood anchor for an easy Long Beach night
For planning purposes, note the schedule and dress guidance. Tantalum is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 AM to 9 PM, Friday from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 10 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 9 PM. The dress code is smart casual.
Who should pick it, and who should cross-shop
Pick Tantalum when the hours and smart-casual dress code fit your Long Beach plan. If you are comparing options, Enrique's Mexican Restaurant, Gaslamp, Marlena, Noble Rotisserie, and Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach are other named venues to consider, depending on what you are trying to book and what current information each venue provides.
For a wider Long Beach plan, use Our full Long Beach restaurants guide and Our full Long Beach bars guide. For any specific menu, reservation, accessibility, dietary, or service details, check directly with the venue.
Planning details
- Location
- 6272 Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- tantalumrestaurant.com
- Phone
- +15624311414
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Tantalum presents a measured, coastal sophistication that leans into its Pacific Coast Highway setting. The copy treats the salt air, coastal light and proximity to the ocean as active design elements, so the room feels thoughtful rather than flashy — a place where provenance and environmental impact shape the menu and mood. Service reads as polished and approachable; the overall temperament is calm and refined, suited to diners who want a quietly impressive waterside meal rooted in regional ingredients and an awareness of coastal stewardship.
Best For
This is a waterside spot for occasions that benefit from both a view and considered cooking. It works well for date nights and special occasions when the setting and ingredient-driven menu matter, and it also leans into daytime service for a coastal brunch. The restaurant sits on Pacific Coast Highway in a stretch of Long Beach that now supports elevated dining, so it appeals to locals and destination visitors seeking a polished, scenic meal without the downtown bustle.
Ordering Tips
Menus at Tantalum are framed by coastal sourcing and sustainability, so ask servers about what’s locally caught and which dishes reflect responsible sourcing. The kitchen highlights sharable, approachable items; start with signature small plates such as the Chicken Lettuce Wraps and the Kobe Slider to get a sense of the restaurant’s flavor profile. For larger parties, pick a selection of seafood-forward plates guided by the server’s notes on origin and seasonality to experience the venue’s emphasis on where ingredients come from.
Venue details
Ambiance
Chic interior evocative of Indonesian islands with dark woods, lush foliage, tropical décor, and breathtaking panoramic bay views.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Chicken Lettuce Wraps
- Kobe Slider
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 6272 Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803
Planning details
Location
6272 Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803 · Directions
Also consider
Where to look if this is not the fit
If the group wants a clearer cuisine brief, choose Enrique's Mexican Restaurant or Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach. If the occasion needs a more refined restaurant tone, check Marlena first.
Restaurant context
How Tantalum compares in Long Beach
Tantalum is the easy social pick in this Long Beach set: stronger for atmosphere and mixed-group flexibility than for a tightly defined cuisine or chef-led format. Enrique's Mexican Restaurant is the better choice when the group specifically wants Mexican food, while Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach is a stronger fit for Spanish-leaning sharing and a more explicit group-dining brief.
For a more polished night, compare against Marlena. For a louder, nightlife-adjacent plan, Gaslamp may make more sense. Noble Rotisserie is the value-minded alternative when the meal matters more than the room. Tantalum lands between those options: useful when ambiance and ease matter more than a narrow food mission.
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Compare Tantalum
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Tantalum | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Enrique's Mexican Restaurant | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Gaslamp | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Marlena | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Telefèric Barcelona Long Beach | Long Beach | No published awards |
| Noble Rotisserie | Long Beach | No published awards |
How Tantalum Long Beach compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Tantalum?
Tantalum lists a smart-casual dress code. Neat casual clothing should fit the stated guidance for a Long Beach visit.
What should I order at Tantalum?
How far ahead should I book Tantalum?
Use the hours as a planning starting point: Monday through Thursday 11:30 AM–9 PM, Friday 11:30 AM–10 PM, Saturday 10 AM–10 PM, and Sunday 10 AM–9 PM. Confirm availability directly with the venue.
What is Tantalum known for?
Tantalum is in Long Beach, keeps daily hours, and has a smart-casual dress code.
