The Seal Beach Guest House Guidebook

Kelly Gene
The Seal Beach Guest House Guidebook

Restaurants, Pubs & Nightlife

Our little town is quite diverse with many excellent choices to satisfy even the most picky palette! All of these restaurants are within walking distance to YOUR Seal Beach Guest House except for the last four which are worth the drive!
great selection of specialty beers & view of beach & pier!
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The Hangout Restaurant & Beach Bar
901 Ocean Ave
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great selection of specialty beers & view of beach & pier!
The VERY Best Irish Pub & Food & a Great Patio with Fireplace in the Back! There are 5 Irish Pubs on the 3 blocks of Main Street ... this one is definitely the BEST! Their Sausage Rolls & Shepherd's Pie are to die for!!!!
O'Malley's On Main
140 Main St
The VERY Best Irish Pub & Food & a Great Patio with Fireplace in the Back! There are 5 Irish Pubs on the 3 blocks of Main Street ... this one is definitely the BEST! Their Sausage Rolls & Shepherd's Pie are to die for!!!!
Tuesday's 2 for 1 Burgers!
Hennessey's Grill
143 Main St
Tuesday's 2 for 1 Burgers!
Unique Happy Hour Specials & Lovely Patio Out Front!
320 Main
320 Main St
Unique Happy Hour Specials & Lovely Patio Out Front!
The very BEST Pastor Burritos you'll ever taste!
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El Burrito Jr
919 S Pacific Coast Hwy
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The very BEST Pastor Burritos you'll ever taste!
the best authentic Mexican food you will find anywhere!
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Avila's El Ranchito
318 Main St
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the best authentic Mexican food you will find anywhere!
Walt's Wharf also owns the Babcock Vineyards & Winery! They use the fallen oak trees for their Oak Grill!ed Seafood & famous Artichokes with their fabulous Lea & Perrins Aioli . We've got the Secret Recipe ... just ask us for it!
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Walt's Wharf
201 Main St
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Walt's Wharf also owns the Babcock Vineyards & Winery! They use the fallen oak trees for their Oak Grill!ed Seafood & famous Artichokes with their fabulous Lea & Perrins Aioli . We've got the Secret Recipe ... just ask us for it!
Try one of their delicious curries, soups & unique salads to accompany flavorful entrees of beef, chicken, pork, tofu, fish & seafood!
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Thai on Main
117 Main Street
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Try one of their delicious curries, soups & unique salads to accompany flavorful entrees of beef, chicken, pork, tofu, fish & seafood!
Feel transported to Italy & step into an authentic Italian Deli! You'll think you've stepped back in time!! Come taste true Italian flavors with Mama's family recipes that she makes from scratch! You can also buy imported products straight from Italy in their incredible market!
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Angelo’s Italian Deli
190 La Verne Ave
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Feel transported to Italy & step into an authentic Italian Deli! You'll think you've stepped back in time!! Come taste true Italian flavors with Mama's family recipes that she makes from scratch! You can also buy imported products straight from Italy in their incredible market!
The best breakfast place in town! The only problem will be deciding what to have from their HUGE menu. They not only have 20 different omelets to choose from but also offer great snadwiches & salads. On the weekends, they offer FREE fresh brewed coffee with banana muffins to enjoy while you wait for a table! They get quite busy because their food is that good with prices ranging from $4-$7 !!!!
Old Town Cafe
137 Main St
The best breakfast place in town! The only problem will be deciding what to have from their HUGE menu. They not only have 20 different omelets to choose from but also offer great snadwiches & salads. On the weekends, they offer FREE fresh brewed coffee with banana muffins to enjoy while you wait for a table! They get quite busy because their food is that good with prices ranging from $4-$7 !!!!
Order like a local & just say "I'll take a Bad-Boy!" That is their famous breakfast burrito!!!! Other favorites include delicious piled high sandwiches!
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Nick's Deli
223 Main St
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Order like a local & just say "I'll take a Bad-Boy!" That is their famous breakfast burrito!!!! Other favorites include delicious piled high sandwiches!
3 brothers have brought the recipe's of Grandma's comfort food that they enjoyed growing up in France! They now share these culinary delights for all of us to enjoy! Great selection of wines & tapas!
Bistro St Germain
302 Main St
3 brothers have brought the recipe's of Grandma's comfort food that they enjoyed growing up in France! They now share these culinary delights for all of us to enjoy! Great selection of wines & tapas!
Tasty Mexican creations of chicken & steak! If you order for delivery, get ready to eat!!! they are the fastest delivery in town! They hold a record with us for delivery just 8 minutes after we phoned in our order!
Charo Chicken
4752 Pacific Coast Hwy
Tasty Mexican creations of chicken & steak! If you order for delivery, get ready to eat!!! they are the fastest delivery in town! They hold a record with us for delivery just 8 minutes after we phoned in our order!
Fabulous Caribbean flavors from Calypso Chicken, Jerk Chicken, Yucatan Shrimp Scampi & Fried Plantains! They also have authentic dishes of Mexico with Carne Asada, Carnitas, Fajitas & Enchiladas even a succulent one filled with Lobster!
Yucatan Grill
550 Pacific Coast Highway
Fabulous Caribbean flavors from Calypso Chicken, Jerk Chicken, Yucatan Shrimp Scampi & Fried Plantains! They also have authentic dishes of Mexico with Carne Asada, Carnitas, Fajitas & Enchiladas even a succulent one filled with Lobster!
Authentic Philadelphia Cheesesteaks & Hoagies! Try the Godfather or the Works! They also have Italian Ice & Gelato!
John's Philly Grille (We close early if we run out of fresh baked rolls)
550 Pacific Coast Highway
Authentic Philadelphia Cheesesteaks & Hoagies! Try the Godfather or the Works! They also have Italian Ice & Gelato!
Dine on the Bayfront & enjoy live music & dancing. Famous for its prime steaks, seafood & sushi & has one of the best happy hours from 2-6pm Monday to Friday with fabulous specials.
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Boathouse on the Bay
190 N Marina Dr
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Dine on the Bayfront & enjoy live music & dancing. Famous for its prime steaks, seafood & sushi & has one of the best happy hours from 2-6pm Monday to Friday with fabulous specials.
Enjoy cuisine from India, Nepal & Tibet with wonderful Tandoori dishes & Naan breads that will wake up your taste buds!
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Himalayan Grill
16400 CA-1
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Enjoy cuisine from India, Nepal & Tibet with wonderful Tandoori dishes & Naan breads that will wake up your taste buds!
For a romantic steak & seafood dinner, you must try this Sunset Beach staple! Their HUGE King Crabs, Prime Rib & Escargot are amazing!
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Captain Jack's
16812 CA-1
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For a romantic steak & seafood dinner, you must try this Sunset Beach staple! Their HUGE King Crabs, Prime Rib & Escargot are amazing!
This Grill & Jazz Lounge offer live music performances from Wednesday through Sunday. They also serve a fabulous Sunday Brunch which is worth the drive!
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Spaghettini
3005 Old Ranch Pkwy
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This Grill & Jazz Lounge offer live music performances from Wednesday through Sunday. They also serve a fabulous Sunday Brunch which is worth the drive!
You'll find Japanese Teppan & Kobe Beef along with an extensive sushi & sashima list. Master Chefs perform a great show as they cook your meal to order right in front of you at their famous Teppan grills.
Kobe Steakhouse & Lounge
3001 Old Ranch Pkwy
You'll find Japanese Teppan & Kobe Beef along with an extensive sushi & sashima list. Master Chefs perform a great show as they cook your meal to order right in front of you at their famous Teppan grills.
Order anything on the menu, you won't be disappointed but previous guests especially love their Super Nachos & the BIG Wet Alamo Burrito which is built for a huge appetite filled with the Works & 2 choices of meat. You'll probably need a doggie bag to go!
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Taco Surf
6061 Westminster Blvd.
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Order anything on the menu, you won't be disappointed but previous guests especially love their Super Nachos & the BIG Wet Alamo Burrito which is built for a huge appetite filled with the Works & 2 choices of meat. You'll probably need a doggie bag to go!
Take a romantic ride in an authentic gondola & be serenaded by your gondolier under one of the bridges on the Canals of Naples. Bring a bottle of wine or champagne & any food that you desire to enjoy on the water. If you call 24 hours in advance, you can order their Primo Antipasta of fresh fruit, cheese, fresh vegies served with crackers & italian style hummus or their Secondi Antipasta of italian meats & cheeses with assorted gourmet olives, fresh basil & sesame seed crackers. The platters serve 2 for only $8. For larger groups of 7 or more, they serve larger platters for just $3 per person. But wait! Not even in Venezia, Italy can you board your own private gondola with a table set for up to 12 with plateware, glassware & table cloth. Your gondolier will row you for one hour on the "Best Floating Pizzeria in Long Beach" which includes your choice of pizza freshly delivered from the award winning Dominicos Ristorante along with their locally world famous salad & garlic bread!
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Gondola Getaway
5437 E Ocean Blvd
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Take a romantic ride in an authentic gondola & be serenaded by your gondolier under one of the bridges on the Canals of Naples. Bring a bottle of wine or champagne & any food that you desire to enjoy on the water. If you call 24 hours in advance, you can order their Primo Antipasta of fresh fruit, cheese, fresh vegies served with crackers & italian style hummus or their Secondi Antipasta of italian meats & cheeses with assorted gourmet olives, fresh basil & sesame seed crackers. The platters serve 2 for only $8. For larger groups of 7 or more, they serve larger platters for just $3 per person. But wait! Not even in Venezia, Italy can you board your own private gondola with a table set for up to 12 with plateware, glassware & table cloth. Your gondolier will row you for one hour on the "Best Floating Pizzeria in Long Beach" which includes your choice of pizza freshly delivered from the award winning Dominicos Ristorante along with their locally world famous salad & garlic bread!
There are TONS of eateries in Belmont Shore & 2nd Street has much more to offer! Don't forget to look down to see their very creative shadow art as well as unique bike racks as you stroll 2nd Street. Look up to find second floor outdoor dining spots for great people watching! At street level you'll visit boutiques, galleries, salons & spas, book stores, restaurants, sports bars, pubs, coffee house & even a shop where you can color & glaze earthenware! What a great gift to bring back home to remind you of all your great adventures in So Cal!
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Живописная зона Belmont Shore
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There are TONS of eateries in Belmont Shore & 2nd Street has much more to offer! Don't forget to look down to see their very creative shadow art as well as unique bike racks as you stroll 2nd Street. Look up to find second floor outdoor dining spots for great people watching! At street level you'll visit boutiques, galleries, salons & spas, book stores, restaurants, sports bars, pubs, coffee house & even a shop where you can color & glaze earthenware! What a great gift to bring back home to remind you of all your great adventures in So Cal!
Great little spot! So much fun & let them surprise you with something special! Just tell them what you like & they will tickle your palette with a delectable creation! Also, great service!
Kaito Sushi Seal Beach
210 Main Street
Great little spot! So much fun & let them surprise you with something special! Just tell them what you like & they will tickle your palette with a delectable creation! Also, great service!

Casual Eateries

Pastor Burritos are amazing!
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El Burrito Jr
919 S Pacific Coast Hwy
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Pastor Burritos are amazing!
Always good!
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Taco Surf
6061 Westminster Blvd.
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Always good!
Fabulous Carrot Cake!
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Sweet Jill's Bakery
5001 2nd St
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Fabulous Carrot Cake!
The Best Breakfast in Town!
Old Town Cafe
137 Main St
The Best Breakfast in Town!
The Best Oak-Grilled Seafood & Famous Grilled Artichokes !
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Walt's Wharf
201 Main St
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The Best Oak-Grilled Seafood & Famous Grilled Artichokes !
Exceptional Authentic Mexican!
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Avila's El Ranchito
318 Main St
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Exceptional Authentic Mexican!
Authentic New York Pizza Pie!
Slice of New York Pizza
142 Main St
Authentic New York Pizza Pie!
Free Live Music Almost Every Night!
Bogart's Coffee House
905 Ocean Ave
Free Live Music Almost Every Night!
Where you will find all the retired locals in the morning!
Javatinis Espresso & Gelato
148 Main St
Where you will find all the retired locals in the morning!
Outdoor patio!
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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
8735 Santa Monica Blvd
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Outdoor patio!
Nice Large Outdoor Patio & Fabulous Omelettes!
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The Crema Cafe
322 Main St
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Nice Large Outdoor Patio & Fabulous Omelettes!
Pizza from their Stone Pizza Oven makes Each One Delish!
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The Abbey
692 N Robertson Blvd
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Pizza from their Stone Pizza Oven makes Each One Delish!
The Best Sushi in Orange County!
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Koi Japanese Cuisine
600 CA-1
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The Best Sushi in Orange County!
Thursday's $3 Burgers!
Glory Days Beachside Grill
620 Pacific Coast Hwy
Thursday's $3 Burgers!
Wonderful Curries & Exquisite Soups!
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Thai on Main
117 Main Street
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Wonderful Curries & Exquisite Soups!
Fabulous French Cuisine! Try the Oysters Rockefeller!
Bistro St Germain
302 Main St
Fabulous French Cuisine! Try the Oysters Rockefeller!
Wonderful Mussels & Clams! Also their Osso Bucco is SOOO Tender!
136 Main St
136 Main Street
Wonderful Mussels & Clams! Also their Osso Bucco is SOOO Tender!
SB Chicken Co
136 Main Street

Shopping

Come Smell the Roses!
Brita's Old Town Gardens
225 Main St
Come Smell the Roses!

Everything Else

Look for our Handpainted Tile in the back 2nd row, 3rd from the center to the left! Large Golden Fish Blue Background
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Seal Beach Pier Playground
900 Ocean Ave
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Look for our Handpainted Tile in the back 2nd row, 3rd from the center to the left! Large Golden Fish Blue Background
So Good that the Line is Usually Out the Door!
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Cold Stone Creamery
25 Aquarium Way
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So Good that the Line is Usually Out the Door!

Adventures

These pedal powered water cycles have virtually no risk of capsizing so riders can wear anything from a bathing suit to a prom dress or even a tuxedo! These floating bikes cart cyclist past scenic Alamitos Bay sites, such as the bird sanctuary & seasonal jellyfish cove. All hydrobikes come equipped with storage compartment, drink holders & a wealth of extra space to invite pets along for the ride! Pets ride for FREE!
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Long Beach Waterbikes
164 N Marina Dr
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These pedal powered water cycles have virtually no risk of capsizing so riders can wear anything from a bathing suit to a prom dress or even a tuxedo! These floating bikes cart cyclist past scenic Alamitos Bay sites, such as the bird sanctuary & seasonal jellyfish cove. All hydrobikes come equipped with storage compartment, drink holders & a wealth of extra space to invite pets along for the ride! Pets ride for FREE!
Cruise the charming Canals of Naples & visit the bird sanctuary & the seasonal jellyfish cove! Check out Groupon.com for up to 59% off a 2-hour rental!
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London Boat Rentals
186 N Marina Dr
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Cruise the charming Canals of Naples & visit the bird sanctuary & the seasonal jellyfish cove! Check out Groupon.com for up to 59% off a 2-hour rental!
Catch the Aqualink, a 68-foot catamaran water taxi (only $5 to board .... such a DEAL!!!) but WAIT ... get your camera ready for some fabulous shots you'll want to share with everybody!!! You'll see seals basting in the sun on large buoys as you pass the back side of the Long Beach "Islands" on your way to the base of the bough of the Queen Mary then off to the Aquarium of the Pacific at Dock 4 for popular restaurants & shops. . You can hop off & take the AquaBus, a 44-foot water taxi that will take you to 5 "ports of call" (only $1 to board!). The trendy downtown of Pine Avenue via the Pine Avenue Circle at Dock 7 (loads of shops & restaurants), Shoreline Village at Parker's Lighthouse Dock where you'll find a beautifully restored carousel, an arcade, many restaurants & unique shops overlooking the water. Hop back on the AquaLink to see Belmont Shore Pier & then back to Alamitos Bay to disembark where your adventure began!
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Aqualink - Alamitos Bay Landing
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Catch the Aqualink, a 68-foot catamaran water taxi (only $5 to board .... such a DEAL!!!) but WAIT ... get your camera ready for some fabulous shots you'll want to share with everybody!!! You'll see seals basting in the sun on large buoys as you pass the back side of the Long Beach "Islands" on your way to the base of the bough of the Queen Mary then off to the Aquarium of the Pacific at Dock 4 for popular restaurants & shops. . You can hop off & take the AquaBus, a 44-foot water taxi that will take you to 5 "ports of call" (only $1 to board!). The trendy downtown of Pine Avenue via the Pine Avenue Circle at Dock 7 (loads of shops & restaurants), Shoreline Village at Parker's Lighthouse Dock where you'll find a beautifully restored carousel, an arcade, many restaurants & unique shops overlooking the water. Hop back on the AquaLink to see Belmont Shore Pier & then back to Alamitos Bay to disembark where your adventure began!
Take a romantic ride in an authentic gondola & be serenaded by your gondolier under one of the bridges on the Canals of Naples. Bring a bottle of wine or champagne & any food that you desire to enjoy on the water. If you call 24 hours in advance, you can order their Primo Antipasta of fresh fruit, cheese, fresh vegies served with crackers & italian style hummus or their Secondi Antipasta of italian meats & cheeses with assorted gourmet olives, fresh basil & sesame seed crackers. The platters serve 2 for only $8. For larger groups of 7 or more, they serve larger platters for just $3 per person. But wait! Not even in Venezia, Italy can you board your own private gondola with a table set for up to 12 with plateware, glassware & table cloth. Your gondolier will row you for one hour on the "Best Floating Pizzeria in Long Beach" which includes your choice of pizza freshly delivered from the award winning Dominicos Ristorante along with their locally world famous salad & garlic bread!
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Gondola Getaway
5437 E Ocean Blvd
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Take a romantic ride in an authentic gondola & be serenaded by your gondolier under one of the bridges on the Canals of Naples. Bring a bottle of wine or champagne & any food that you desire to enjoy on the water. If you call 24 hours in advance, you can order their Primo Antipasta of fresh fruit, cheese, fresh vegies served with crackers & italian style hummus or their Secondi Antipasta of italian meats & cheeses with assorted gourmet olives, fresh basil & sesame seed crackers. The platters serve 2 for only $8. For larger groups of 7 or more, they serve larger platters for just $3 per person. But wait! Not even in Venezia, Italy can you board your own private gondola with a table set for up to 12 with plateware, glassware & table cloth. Your gondolier will row you for one hour on the "Best Floating Pizzeria in Long Beach" which includes your choice of pizza freshly delivered from the award winning Dominicos Ristorante along with their locally world famous salad & garlic bread!

Neighborhoods

Belmont Shore has a lot to offer including Rosie's Dog Beach where your furry friend can run off leashes & play with other friends right on the sand & in the water. Enjoy a lovely stroll down 2nd Street & see their very creative shadow art as well as their unique bike racks. Look up to find second floor outdoor dining spots for great people watching! At street level you'll visit boutiques, galleries, salons & spas, book stores, restaurants, sports bars, pubs, coffee house & even a shop where you can color & glaze earthenware! What a great gift to bring back home to remind you of all your great adventures in Sunny Southern California!
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Живописная зона Belmont Shore
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Belmont Shore has a lot to offer including Rosie's Dog Beach where your furry friend can run off leashes & play with other friends right on the sand & in the water. Enjoy a lovely stroll down 2nd Street & see their very creative shadow art as well as their unique bike racks. Look up to find second floor outdoor dining spots for great people watching! At street level you'll visit boutiques, galleries, salons & spas, book stores, restaurants, sports bars, pubs, coffee house & even a shop where you can color & glaze earthenware! What a great gift to bring back home to remind you of all your great adventures in Sunny Southern California!