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555 East American Steakhouse - Steakhouse in Long Beach, California

555 East American Steakhouse

4.6 (1997 reviews)

555 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802

Steak house
Live music bar
Piano bar

About 555 East American Steakhouse - steak house in Long Beach, California

Destination steak specialist with traditional wood-&-leather decor, plus an extensive wine list.

Customer Review Summary

555 East American Steakhouse offers a remarkable dining experience, praised for its top-notch food and excellent service. Guests have celebrated special occasions, like anniversaries and birthdays, and reported exceptional attention from staff, including personalized service and thoughtful gestures. The steaks are consistently highlighted as some of the best in town, with numerous mentions of their perfect seasoning and cooking. Accompanying sides like mac and cheese, garlic potatoes, and sautéed spinach are noted for their robust flavors, while the octopus appetizer received specific acclaim for its preparation. While the atmosphere can be lively and loud, there's a classy vibe suitable for both romantic dinners and business meetings. Piano music adds to the ambiance, enhancing the overall dining experience. Some reviews noted minor inconsistencies, such as average steaks or bland sides, but these were overshadowed by the overwhelmingly positive feedback on food and service. The restaurant's close proximity to the Long Beach Pier is also a plus for visitors. Overall, it comes highly recommended for both newcomers and return guests alike.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Small plates
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Valet parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.6 out of 5
5
1564
4
264
3
89
2
42
1
38
Based on 1997 reviews

Lisa Watts

2 years ago

Had a wonderful dinner at this restaurant, while cpelebrating wedding anniversary with my husband. Michael our server was excellent & made it special. The food is top notch!!! Piano player was great & played "As time goes by", for us.

Brenda J. Breaux

2 months ago

I gave up beef for a year and decided to return to steak on my Jan. 2 birthday. So I asked around for recommendations and four people highly recommended 555. So I booked a table for 12 and they did not disappoint! The service was impeccable. The waitress was sweet, patient and intuitive to our questions and preferences. The steaks were incredible and cooked and seasoned perfectly. While we ate everyone commented on how tasty the beef was and how the sides of mac and cheese, garlic potatoes and sautéed spinach were steaming with flavor. But the feast of resistance was the octopus appetizer that was excellently prepared and convinced me octopus can be delicious when prepared right! I would 100 percent recommend this restaurant because the staff is dedicated to providing high quality food (especially the steaks) and service.

Travis Roper

3 weeks ago

I believe there was conference going on as the whole restaurant was booked at 11:30 am when they opened. We were able to sit outside. Our server seemed a little preoccupied maybe because it was so busy. They food was amazing as always. If you are looking for a great meal this is definitely a place to go.

Johnathan Nazarian

5 months ago

Amazing service. Calabash was the best I've had. The bread was great. Mashed potatoes were a little bland. The steak was surprisingly average. I've had better tasting steak at a longhorn. Apple crisp was extremely tart but overall good.

Minh Thai

4 months ago

Tonight is 555 Steakhouse's 40th anniversary! My friend is an invited guest, and since he gets to bring along a friend, he took me. We've been here many times. The steak here has to be one of the best in town if not the best. Tonight the restaurant is closed to the public with invited guests only. Food was buffet style but a high quality buffet! Oysters, steaks, scallops, shrimp, desserts and unlimited drinks! We had a great time with great food! The Long Beach Mayor made a speech before we toast at exactly 5:55 PM. This restaurant is very classy and has great food. It can be a romantic date or a business meeting. I highly recommend this place! And it's very close to the Long Beach Pier.

Tena Valenti

4 months ago

Took my sister here last night for her birthday and it did not disappoint! Probably the most delicious ribeye steak we had ever tasted! They gave her a free crème brûlée with a candle. Manhattans were delicious. Live pianist right in the middle of the restaurant. It was very crowded and very loud; hard to have much conversation, but we highly recommend for the delicious food. Our waitress was good and our waters were constantly filled.

BRENDA GODINEZ

2 months ago

The food here was delicious, and our server was great. The waiter made recommendations and explained menu options. I'm definitely returning.

Chris Edgar

1 month ago

The 12oz filet was amazing. Very flavorful and buttery. Garlic potatoes were good. Creme brulee was out of this world. The sugar crust on top was delicious. Bread is excellent as well.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11:30 AM–11 PM
Monday 11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday 4–11 PM
Sunday 5–10 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM–10 PM

Price Range

$50–100