Tantalum

4.1 (932)

$30 and under

Californian

6272 E Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90803

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About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Long described as a hidden treasure, Tantalum in Long Beach, CA offers up a fusion of New Californian cuisine along with Asian influences. The menu is eclectic and complex, and the setting is remarkably chic and inspired by the islands of Indonesia. There is a large and welcoming bar area with great views as well. Guests at Tantalum can enjoy brunch options as well as lunch, dinner and happy hour. If you crave a sweet treat, there is an extensive dessert and cocktail menu. There is also a scotch whiskey menu to enjoy as well. Dining at Tantalum means savoring appetizers like truffle mac and cheese or yakiniku calamari. There are hearty soups and salads, wok prepared dishes, sliders and many fish and meat dishes too.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 2:30pm - 10:00pm, Friday: 2:30pm - 11:00pm, Saturday: 10:00am -11:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm-9:00pm Sunday Brunch: 10am - 2pm Happy Hour: Monday - ALL DAY starting at 2:30pm! Tuesday-Friday 2:30 - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 2pm, Sunday 2:30pm - 6pm
Website
http://www.tantalumrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jack D. Robertson
Catering
Tantalum offers customized on-site/off-site catering for any size and style of event.
Private party facilities
A journey into culinary paradise, Tantalum offers exotic dining in a waterfront setting. With a menu specializing in an eclectic mix of New California cuisine with an Asian Soul, Tantalum showcases complex and interesting flavor profiles. The restaurant is available for complete private use.

Location
6272 E Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90803
Neighborhood
Long Beach
Cross street
2nd Street
Parking details
There is ample parking directly in front of Tantalum Restaurant, an underground parking garage for any over flow and valet on the weekends.
Entertainment
We feature live music four days a week including live soul and R&B by "Dirty Sugar", a live acoustic duo; "The Joneses" and late night DJ's spinning sultry lounge grooves on Friday and Saturday nights. See our website for a detailed schedule. www.tantalumrestaurant.com/events/
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Chicken Satay$10.00
chilled soba noodles, warm thai peanut fondue
Hummus Duo$9.00
goat cheese & tahini, grilled pita bread
Tuna Tartar$16.00
avocado, grain mustard, wakame, black sesame cracker
Chicken Lettuce Wraps$10.00
sauce duo, crushed peanuts, butter lettuce cup
Yakiniku Calamari$14.00
toasted cashews, smoked shishito aioli
Truffle Mac N' Cheez$11.00
asiago gratin
Chicken Lolipops$11.00
togarashi- sweet chili glaze, spicy spuds , shishito aioli
P. E. I Mussels$14.00
pabst lager steamed, portuguese sausage, feta, cherry tomato
Edamame$6.00
espelette, garlic- sea salt
Beef and Chips$15.00
braised short rib, duck fat steak fries, white cheddar sauce
Oysters$13.00
kusshi oysters in half shell, thai basil cocktail, cucumber mignonette

Soups & Greens

Miso Soup$5.00
tofu, scallion, kombu
Gazpacho$11.00
heirloom tomato, cucumber, red bell pepper, shrimp, king crab, uni-crustini
Iceburg Wedge$9.00
tomato confit, mohawk bacon, gorgonzola dressing
Tantalum House Greens$8.00
house croutons, cucumber, tomato, pickled red onion, balsamic vinaigrette
Grilled C-Zur$9.00
whole heart of romain, tear drop tomato, grated parmigiano, bagel crisp
Heirloom Tomato$13.00
fresh mozzarella, local heirloom tomatoes, basil, garlic, grilled ciabatta, balsamic reduction
Asian Chicken Greens$15.00
baby greens, iceburg, mango, cucumber, red pepper, onion, crispy wontons, miso dressing
Beet Salad$9.00
baby striped beets, red beet & goat cheese tian, baby spinach, vanilla vinaigrette

Wok Fired

Crispy Tofu$16.00
garlic udon noodles, shittake mushrooms, shiso leaves, sesame chili sauce
Ulu Watu Udon Noodles & Beef$20.00
soy chili glazed beef tenderloin, romas, snap peas, scallions, crispy wontons
Ocean & Air - Pad Thai$18.00
shrimp, chicken, rice noodle, carrots, cilantro, crushed peanuts
Buddha Rice$19.00
portuguese sausage, chicken, shrimp, soy beans, sweet soy

Sliders

Bbq Pork$12.00
caramelized onions, sharp cheddar
Kobe$13.00
sharp cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickle, smoked ketchup
Tuna$12.00
warm ahi tuna melt, sambal remoulade, fontina cheese
Short Rib$14.00
red wine braised, melted onions, truffle cheddar fondue

Grill and Saute'

Scottish Salmon$26.00
zucchini fritter, mint, sweet whole grain mustard
Miso Carmelized Halibut$31.00
garlic mashed, hericot vert, mango slaw
Seared Yellow Fin Tuna$27.00
green rice, mache, pineapple relish, shoyu butter
Bacon Wrapped Scallops$29.00
kabocha puree, cucumber-daikon relish
Duck Two Ways$28.00
maple leaf farms duck breast with papple chutney, duck confit with pancetta, rainbow chard, cannellini white bean puree
Plum Hoislin Chicken$22.00
green jasmine rice, striped beets and baby bok choy
18oz. Bone-In Ribeye$39.00
truffle butter, grilled scallion, ketchup fries
8 Oz. Wasabi Crusted Filet$37.00
brown butter mash, wild shrooms, mirin demi
14 Oz New York$36.00
brussel sprouts, dried cherry, gorgonzola, pancetta
24 Hr. Osso Bucco$34.00
espelette mashed, caramelized fennel, red wine-mirin jus / 33
Tantalum "Kobe Beef" Burger$18.00
brioche bun, butter lettuce, fontina cheese, avocado, tobacco onion, garlic aioli (ps. yes you get the fries)

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Tantalum.

4.1

(932)

4.2Food
4.1Service
4.3Ambience
0.2Value

Noise • Energetic

932 Reviews

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Robin Gold
Orange County13 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 11, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The food was fantastic. However, it was much noisier than I had expected. From the website and the decor, I expected it to be a quiet, peaceful, kind of meditative place. Boy was I wrong! The bar was hopping! The band, although very good, was very loud! And the restaurant itself was super loud. I took my husband there for his birthday. I was expecting a high class romantic restaurant. But we couldn't even hear each other speak, so he moved across the table to sit next to me instead of across from me. For that reason, I think it's a great restaurant for a big party or casual evening with friends. But it was not the ideal place for a romantic, birthday dinner. Great food and drinks though! And the view of the Marina is very nice. Also, although I had mentioned my husbands birthday when I made the reservation online, the waitress did not acknowledge his birthday in any way. Maybe she didn't get the message. That was fine. But I was surprised by that. Like I said - fantastic food! It's just good to know what you're getting into in terms of the environment and noise level.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
3.0
Dined on June 2, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Made a reservation a week ahead & asked for a view table . Got there & table was by entrance with NO view , our server hardly paid attention to us, our drinks & food took forever . Waay too loud could hardly hear what my partner was saying right across from eachother.
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Susie Gold
Orange County34 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 1, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great spot year round
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Nena
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I grabbed brunch with a friend here last Sunday. This place has amazing views. We were able to grab a table by the windows. We were able to see the marina and water goer go by. Food was good The mimosas were $3 a glass. Not to bad but it adds up. I would definitely eat here again. =D
2 people found this helpful
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A friend recommended this restaurant, so my boyfriend and I went for our anniversary. The setting was beautiful and the ambiance was fitting. I suggest going during sunset. Watching the light hit the water was amazing and very romantic.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on May 26, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was Fricking top notch
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LeeAnn329
New York City11 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2016
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ate at Tantalum to celebrate my daughter's graduation from Graduate School. She lives in Long Beach, and had not been here before. Our waiter was excellent, and our table was situated in the back where we had a nice water view. Everyone was very happy with their meals, the wine and specialty drinks were also great! We had a fabulous night!
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Shananigans
Los Angeles6 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 16, 2016
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The ambiance, and views make for a great venue for a date. They do have a great happy hour so the restaurant is lively and live music. The food was tasty. I ordered the fish special of the day which was a yellow tail dish. It was very good. My girlfriend ate the Mahi Mahi. She wasn't crazy about it, but liked it so so. For dessert we shared their version of the Creme Brulee..called the Brass Monkey. It was very good. I would recommend this restaurant for happy hour, live music, and great views.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles2 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 15, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had a phenomenal salad- chicken was well seasoned and the portion was just right. My guest had eggs Benedict and they were also perfect!
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OpenTable Diner Gold
Los Angeles7 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 15, 2016
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great vibe, food and drinks were delicious, and service was great
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American
Hours of operation
Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 2:30pm - 10:00pm, Friday: 2:30pm - 11:00pm, Saturday: 10:00am -11:00pm, Sunday 2:00pm-9:00pm Sunday Brunch: 10am - 2pm Happy Hour: Monday - ALL DAY starting at 2:30pm! Tuesday-Friday 2:30 - 6pm, Saturday 10am - 2pm, Sunday 2:30pm - 6pm
Website
http://www.tantalumrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Jack D. Robertson
Catering
Tantalum offers customized on-site/off-site catering for any size and style of event.
Private party facilities
A journey into culinary paradise, Tantalum offers exotic dining in a waterfront setting. With a menu specializing in an eclectic mix of New California cuisine with an Asian Soul, Tantalum showcases complex and interesting flavor profiles. The restaurant is available for complete private use.

Location
6272 E Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, CA 90803
Neighborhood
Long Beach
Cross street
2nd Street
Parking details
There is ample parking directly in front of Tantalum Restaurant, an underground parking garage for any over flow and valet on the weekends.
Entertainment
We feature live music four days a week including live soul and R&B by "Dirty Sugar", a live acoustic duo; "The Joneses" and late night DJ's spinning sultry lounge grooves on Friday and Saturday nights. See our website for a detailed schedule. www.tantalumrestaurant.com/events/
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Tantalum

About this restaurant

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Tantalizers

Chicken Satay$10.00

Hummus Duo$9.00

Tuna Tartar$16.00

Chicken Lettuce Wraps$10.00

Yakiniku Calamari$14.00

Truffle Mac N' Cheez$11.00

Chicken Lolipops$11.00

P. E. I Mussels$14.00

Edamame$6.00

Beef and Chips$15.00

Oysters$13.00

Soups & Greens

Miso Soup$5.00

Gazpacho$11.00

Iceburg Wedge$9.00

Tantalum House Greens$8.00

Grilled C-Zur$9.00

Heirloom Tomato$13.00

Asian Chicken Greens$15.00

Beet Salad$9.00

Wok Fired

Crispy Tofu$16.00

Ulu Watu Udon Noodles & Beef$20.00

Ocean & Air - Pad Thai$18.00

Buddha Rice$19.00

Sliders

Bbq Pork$12.00

Kobe$13.00

Tuna$12.00

Short Rib$14.00

Grill and Saute'

Scottish Salmon$26.00

Miso Carmelized Halibut$31.00

Seared Yellow Fin Tuna$27.00

Bacon Wrapped Scallops$29.00

Duck Two Ways$28.00

Plum Hoislin Chicken$22.00

18oz. Bone-In Ribeye$39.00

8 Oz. Wasabi Crusted Filet$37.00

14 Oz New York$36.00

24 Hr. Osso Bucco$34.00

Tantalum "Kobe Beef" Burger$18.00

Additional information

Not available on OpenTable