Belmont Shore is an upscale neighborhood in Long Beach, California. Belmont Shore is a region of Long Beach that is buzzing with shoppers, residents, visitors, beach-goers and the nautical crowd. Belmont Heights is to the north and west, with Belmont Park, Naples and the Peninsula to the east. To the south is the Pacific Ocean. Second Street is the main shopping district in Belmont Shore. This is an approximate 4-block long shopping region of cute stores, eateries, banks, photo labs and two Starbucks.
Beyond the bend of the 2nd Street/Livingston/Ocean stoplight, Belmont Shore loses ground to downtown. The close-knit communal feeling fades as buildings loom larger and tower over Ocean Boulevard downtown. That's where Queen Mary, Aquarium of the Pacific, Shoreline Village and the new Pike redevelopment area beckon travelers to explore a whole new phase of Long Beach.
Belmont Shore is home to Belmont Shore Rugby Football Club, one of the best rugby union teams in the country.
Just like the good ol' days, Belmont Shore closes its beachfront street, Bayshore, in the summer so that beach-goers are safe from the traffic that pours into their area. Overlooking Naples and the Long Beach peninsula, this small bay area is popular for sunbathing, swimming and learning how to sail the Sabot boats invented here decades ago.
Recommended Transportation
Ground Transportation
ALEXIS LIMOUSINE & SEDAN SERVICE
Getting around in Palos Verdes really requires driving. Alexis Limousine and Sedan Service is the best local limousine and sedan company that will be able to provide all your transportation needs for Belmont Shores.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
1 World Way, Los Angeles, 90045 - (310) 646-5252
This is the largest airport in the Los Angeles Area. Every Major Airline has flights coming into this airport
Long Beach Airport (LGB)
4100 E Donald Douglas Dr, Long Beach, 90808 - (562) 570-2600
This airport although small, is the closest airport to Palos Verdes. It is good because it is not crowded with traffic and people.
John Wayne Airport (JWA)
18601 Airport Way, Santa Ana, CA 92707 (949) 252-5200
Although this airport does not have international flights, it is prefered because it is less congested than LAX.
Recommended Hotels
Because Belmont Shores is a residential neighborhood with few commercial areas with hotels, we recommend staying at the Hilton in Torrance, CA which is the city right 10 minutes away.
4th Annual Chili Cook-off
October 21, 2007
12:00pm – 3:00pm
Sunday, Oct. 21, noon - 3pm. Spirited teams cook and serve their chili on Second Street for your pleasure and judgement. $5 wristbands (sold in front of Washington Mutual) allow you to taste all the chili entries and vote for your favorite. Live music will be performed in front of Washington Mutual followed by the trophy ceremony at 3:15pm.
Arts & Crafts Fair
November 4, 2007
10:00am – 4:00pm
Nov. 4, 10am - 4pm. Over twenty-five local artisans sell their unique arts and crafts. A great time to purchase gifts for loved ones or yourself!
This year marks the 25th Anniversary of this honored holiday tradition. The theme of this year’s Parade is ‘DOG DAYS OF CHRISTMAS’ in honor of the canine community of Belmont Shore and to tie in with the American Kennel Club/Eukanuba National Championship taking place in Long Beach the same weekend.
Upwards of 70,000 spectators are anticipated to line 2nd Street to watch marching bands, local personalities, and floats representing local businesses and non-profit organizations, the Mayor of Long Beach, and Santa Claus, of course!
Chocolate Festival
February 2, 2008
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Chocoholics rejoice as Second St. is filled with chocolate! Approximately thirty merchants participate in the event by offering tempting chocolate treats. Residents may enter the Homemade Chocolate Dessert Contest, which is judged by local community leaders, business owners, and press. And children ages 5 - 12 can get a face full of chocolate during the Chocolate Pie Eating Contest. Ticket books (12 tickets for $10) will be sold the week of the event at Mail Boxes Etc., Salon Soma, Sweet Jill's, and Wiskers.
Semi-Annual Clearance Sale
March 7-9, 2008
10:00am – 6:00pm
Friday - Sunday, August 17 - 20: A great time to take advantage of great deals from many of the stores in Belmont Shore as merchants look to clear previous season's merchandise.
Health and Beauty Fitness Fair
March 8, 2008
9:00am – 2:00pm
Previously the billed the ‘Belmont Shore Health Fair’, this event has been expanded to include beauty and fitness vendors. Complimentary health screenings will be provided by staff of St. Mary Medical Center who is also a sponsor of the event. Vendors will provide cutting edge information on health, beauty and fitness, as well as merchandise and services from these fields.
Recommended Restaurants
Enjoy our limousine and sedan transportation service to dine at any of these fine restaurants.
BJ's Pizza & Grill(Italian), 5258 East 2nd Street, Long Beach, 562-437-8181
Full service restaurant offering award winning Chicago style pizza, hand crafted brew beer, salad, pastas, sandwiches, our famous pizookie and friendly service.
La Creperie Café (French), 4911 2nd St, Long Beach, 562-434-8499
Serving authentic Indian cuisine in a friendly and intimate atmosphere. Delectable tandoori entrees, meat and vegetarian specialties and seafood delicacies created for your individual taste.
Steak O-Rama (Steak & Seafood), 5201 East 2nd Street, Long Beach, 562-597-9548
Best steak value in town we "steak" our name on it! Family atmosphere, large portions, affordable prices, memorable service, excellent place for Atkins Ty Die Diaters.
Yen Sushi & Sake Bar (Japanese), 4905 2nd St, Long Beach, 562-434-5757
Best Places to Drink
Enjoy a night out with friends and not have to worry about driving. This would be a perfect opportunity to take a limo ride and not worry about who is the designated driver.
