The 908
East Long Beach, Long Beach
Restaurant in Long Beach, United States
Book with PearlThe Read
Price
$30–50per person
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
The 908 is a practical Long Beach choice for a polished sit-down meal, especially when ease matters more than chasing a chef-led destination. Use it for dates, business meals, and low-stress celebrations; cross-shop pizza or pub-style peers if takeout value or a more casual format is the priority.
About The 908
The 908 in Long Beach is open daily, with business casual dress.
Better for schedule-based planning
The 908 offers a broad weekly schedule. Hours are Monday and Tuesday from 11 AM to 9 PM; Wednesday through Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM; Saturday from 10 AM to 10 PM; and Sunday from 10 AM to 9 PM. That gives visitors several daytime and evening windows across the week.
If you are comparing simple nearby options, Blackbird Pizza Shop is another Long Beach venue to consider, but confirm each venue's current offerings directly.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose The 908 if you want a Long Beach venue with daily hours and a business casual dress code. Cross-shop Georgia's Restaurant, EJ Malloy's, Knolls Restaurant, or LBCC Bistro if you are still deciding among other Long Beach options, but do not assume a specific cuisine, price, seating style, or group setup without checking current details.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11 AM–9 PM · Tuesday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Location
- 3850 Worsham Ave Suite 410, Long Beach, CA 90808
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- the908restaurant.com
- Phone
- +15624205331
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The 908 is a dining project tucked into a suite in a mixed-use building, a format that signals intention. Independent chefs choose Long Beach deliberately, with ambitious culinary projects and meals paced with care. That combination reads as sophisticated and intimate rather than flashy: an elegant alternative to the city's casual beachfront offerings. The non-traditional address and emphasis on considered service make the room feel like a quietly confident, design-forward destination for diners seeking something thoughtful and distinct in East Long Beach.
Best For
The 908 suits diners who want to linger: brunch crowds will find it a refined option, while evenings skew toward date-night and small-group occasions where pacing matters. The restaurant’s focus on measured service rhythms and a considered experience makes it less appropriate for rushed meals and more fitting for conversations that unfold over multiple courses. It occupies a middle ground between neighborhood comfort and elevated dining, so it works well for casual hangouts that still want an elevated tone, as well as for anyone seeking a more intentional Long Beach outing.
Ordering Tips
Expect a deliberately paced meal that rewards time and attention rather than quick turns. The 908 has longer service rhythms and a higher level of intention, so plan to sit and savor. If you value structure and a thoughtful culinary arc, come prepared to move through courses at an unhurried cadence; this venue is built around the ritual of a meal at scale. Keep scheduling flexible so you can experience the fuller service approach the kitchen and staff intend to deliver.
Venue details
Ambiance
Upbeat yet elevated atmosphere with warm service and chill people-watching.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
Signature Dishes
- Goat Cheese Stuffed Artichoke Flowers
- Prime Rib
- Lobster Roll
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 3850 Worsham Ave Suite 410, Long Beach, CA 90808
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–10 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–10 PM
- Sunday
- 10 AM–9 PM
Location
3850 Worsham Ave Suite 410, Long Beach, CA 90808 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
Choose Blackbird Pizza Shop when takeout is the point; pizza is the safer travel format. Choose EJ Malloy's when the group wants a more casual Long Beach night with less special-occasion pressure.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Long Beach
The 908 is the pick for a more composed sit-down meal when booking ease and ambiance matter. Georgia's Restaurant is the better cross-shop when the decision is more cuisine-led, while LBCC Bistro makes more sense for a lower-key value play.
For casual plans, EJ Malloy's and Knolls Restaurant are easier fits for a relaxed group meal. The 908 should win when the occasion needs a tidier room and a little more polish, not when the group wants a pubby, no-fuss night.
If off-premise is the main decision, Blackbird Pizza Shop has the clearer takeout logic because New York pizza travels more predictably. For dine-in celebrations in Long Beach, The 908 is the more occasion-ready choice.
Explore Long Beach
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full The 908 guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
Compare The 908
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 908 | Long Beach | No published awards | |
| Georgia's Restaurant | Long Beach | No published awards | |
| LBCC Bistro | Long Beach | No published awards | |
| Blackbird Pizza Shop | Los Angeles | New York Pizza | No published awards |
| EJ Malloy's | Long Beach | No published awards | |
| Knolls Restaurant | Long Beach | No published awards |
How The 908 Long Beach: Hours & Dress Code compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to The 908 in Long Beach?
Other Long Beach options to compare include Georgia's Restaurant, Blackbird Pizza Shop, EJ Malloy's, Knolls Restaurant, and LBCC Bistro.
What should I wear to The 908?
The dress code for The 908 in Long Beach is business casual.
Is lunch or dinner better at The 908?
The hours offer both daytime and evening windows: Monday and Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM; Wednesday through Friday 11 AM–10 PM; Saturday 10 AM–10 PM; and Sunday 10 AM–9 PM.
