(562) 433-0357

5101 E Ocean Blvd
Long Beach, CA 90803 33.75636 -118.138669

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Neighborhood: Belmont Shore

CLUBRIPPLES.COM

Last updated 5.11.11

Category:

Nightclubs, Gay & Lesbian Bars, Bars & Pubs, Singles Bars

Payment Methods:

Visa, MasterCard

Bar & Pub Special Features:

Water View, Dance Floor

Bar & Club Special Features:

DJ, Smoking Permitted, Outdoor Seating, 21 & Over

Minimum Age:

21

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What People Are Saying About Ripples

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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 alcohol. On the upper level, the decor is equally spare, but panoramic beach views abound. Overall, the atmosphere is amiable, but feels like a throwback to the early '80s, courtesy the "Dynasty"-era glitz of the interior design. – – The Draw – Long Beach Sunday tradition dictates that mildly rowdy--and often good-looking--bar-hoppers start…

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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.
3 Star Rating: Average

01/21/12

ripples ,bring back the gaiety!

by Sinderrla

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 my liquid courage, he said something to the bartender about the size of the glass and like magic from the next week on only dinky plastic glasses were served. this was about six or seven years ago. I am ready to leave behind the common strippers and move forward with a classy establishment. Have the employees treat the guests with manners , eye contact and a smile. I would like a night that the music volume was gentle.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/01/11

Great place day and night

by Amanda AM

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 always friendly, not just my favorite gay bar but one of my very favorite bars in general. 2 floors of dancing at night with an ocean view.

1 Star Rating: Poor

03/03/06

Rude staff, pathetic interior

by usignola

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 attitude from the bartender we simply left. Much better bars can be found anywhere and everywhere else.

  • Pros: Absolutely, None
  • Cons: Extremely rude staff, Deserted, Sad, lame interior
1 Star Rating: Poor

03/24/04

Used to Be Nice

by lewgordon

Many years ago, and I do mean many, used to be nice. Now, dying plants, dying crowd and just a plain and tired bar.

  • Cons: , Way too expensive, Horrid food

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Place Categories:

  • awesome drag show