Ripples
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Ripples

5101 E Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA
(562) 433-0357 serving: Belmont Shore

Sidewalk Score: 7 out of 10
Location, Location, Location:

Categories:

Nightclubs, Outdoor Seating, DJ, Water View, Gay & Lesbian Bars, MasterCard, 21 & Over, Visa, Bars & Pubs, Smoking Permitted, Dance Floor, Singles Bars,

The Low Down

EDITORS TIPS

The Extras: While the sand itself is roped off at 10pm, the Ocean Boulevard sidewalk offers beautiful water views.

When to Go: Check out the drag show every Thursday at 9:30pm. Wednesday nights is Ripples Karaoke Night, while Sunday is Beer Bust, which features free food.

Where to Sit: If you want to smoke, you'll have to ask for a seat outside. But, the views are worth it.

Rants, Raves & Reviews

Legendary beachfront gay bar features an intimate weekday drinking atmosphere--and a Sunday institution.
by Contributor at Citysearch

The Scene
An elegant wall of glass blocks leads into a dimly lit room with a seaworthy lounge feel. The large square bar divides the first-level space, with its small dance floor and the only gay bar patio in Long Beach allowing…
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ripples ,bring back the gaiety!
By Sinderrla at Citysearch

I am very happy that the staff wants to recreate the good times from the past, I was there the night that the owner glared at my glass used to hold... Read More


Great place day and night
By Amanda AM at Citysearch

This place is nice and relaxing during the day with decent well drink prices, they have a patio you can sit in and enjoy the sun. The staff is alw... Read More


Good Times, All the Time
By P Q at Insider Pages

Come to Ripples on a Thursday and you'll pay $8 for an awesome drag show. I think you can even make reservations for better seating. If you come ... Read More


Fun Dance Bar for Gays & Lesbians
By L L at Insider Pages

Club Ripples is a fun place to gather with friends and family to dance all night long. They have two dance floors, one downstairs and one upstairs... Read More


Rude staff, pathetic interior
By usignola at Citysearch

The place was *deserted*, but we were at the beach across the street so decided to try to have a drink. However, after five minutes of non-stop at... Read More