Long Beach Cinema Update

What is going on with the movie theater? About two weeks ago I emailed the property owners Philips International and asked that very question. I never heard back. Today, after hearing an untrue rumor about Hooters (FYI: I am not the Anthony posting in that article) taking the spot, I decided to give Philips a call. I got to speak with one of the secretaries, who told me “it will open eventually,” but then quickly backtracked and…… read more >>

Panera Bread is coming to Island Park

UPDATE: Confirmed.  
That’s what I’m hearing. Panera Bread will be King Kullen’s co-tenant over at the Barnum Landing Shopping Center. A few quick google searches brought me to this Ripco advertisement, which calls the deal ‘proposed,’ but I’m hearing that the deal is done.
While commercial strip stores are completely over-saturated (and vacant) in Island Park, a Panera-style café is much needed in the area (aka they don’t sell burgers or pizza.) I always felt this type of…… read more >>

Restaurant / Store Updates: Episode 3

It’s been a while since I did a Long Beach store/restaurant update. Like I said before, I’m sure I am missing a lot; I’m basically just posting what I see, hear and read (what you people write). If something is missing, let us know in the comments.

Everybody’s favorite place Swingbellys BBQ (909 w. Beech) has been open for a couple of weeks now. I am sure you all know this already, as you should. 
Paninis and Bikinis (896…… read more >>

Now Hiring – Paninis and Bikinis Opening Back Up!

We are still looking for a few great people to work at Paninis and Bikinis. Please stop by for an application. We’re super excited to be opening again for the summer season!
Any resumes, questions, or concerns can be emailed to andreachristina5@gmail.com. You can stop by between the hours of 9 and 5 any day of the week to pick up or drop off an application.
Opening announcement coming soon!!
Paninis and Bikinis
896 W Beech…… read more >>

City Posting Photos of Boardwalk Decks Being Installed

The City of Long Beach is posting photos on the official Facebook group of deck boards going up on the boardwalk. I do not know who the photographer is, but thank you (in advance) for (hopefully) allowing me to post your photo on this (non-profit/free/hobby/friendly) blog.
Along with these photos, the City posted the following:
On Monday, June 10, deck construction of the boardwalk will begin. Grace Industries is estimated to build out across 10…… read more >>

City of Long Beach Free Summer Concert Series Returns

City of Long Beach Free Summer Concert Series Returns
Featuring Ric Mango’s Magic Moments on Monday, July 1
Long Beach, NY – The City of Long Beach is pleased to announce that its free summer concert series is returning to the beach, beginning July 1, with concerts from previous years and more. “Our summer concert series is an incredibly popular tradition in the City,” stated City Council President Scott J. Mandel. “We are looking forward to many spectacular nights on the beach this…… read more >>

Rumor: Former-Avenue Café/Monterey/Corbin & Reynolds has been rented

Sources are telling me that the former-Avenue Café space (20 West Park Avenue) has been rented to a Sports Bar and Grill. “It will feature lots of TV screens and could be open by this August.” About a week ago I saw workers power washing the facade and I had a feeling something was up.
20 West Park Avenue is definitely one of the larger spaces in town and it’s right across from the LIRR. Given…… read more >>

The Currywurst Menu [SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!]

The Currywurst Menu [SHUT UP AND TAKE MY MONEY!]

I cannot wait to try the Tommyknocker bratwurst because it’s made with Tommyknocker Brewery’s Butthead Bock Beer. Yes, that’s right, I am talking about Currywurst, the new place that’s about to open in the old Pita Grill location @ 10 w. park avenue. For those who are out of the sausage loop, this place is all about sausage, but not just any sausage:
The Currywurst Company is commited to bringing you only the finest meats from local farms……. read more >>

Photo of 271 Shore Rd Balcony weeks before it Collapsed (Maybe it’s useful for something?)

Regarding that balcony that callapsed the other night on 271 Shore Rd (LB Herald - Five injured in Long Beach balcony collapse), local photographer Christina Tisi-Kramer captured, what she calls “a vision of something very odd”  as she writes on her facebook page:
“I noticed the painted bricks on this deck about 2 weeks ago on my way home from shooting one of the Park Prep days and turned my camera up at it and took a shot. Very…… read more >>