Marlena

Great spot for the birthday celebration dinner! It was my father in law's birthday so we had a small group of about 10 people. Reservations were manageable to get on a Sunday night of a long weekend but the restaurant was pretty full so I recommend making reservations in advance. We ordered all the dishes 'family style', which was what our waitress recommended we do. All the food was delicious. For the apps, I recommend the meatballs and the fried cauliflower. The drink I ordered was very good! I couldn't even finish it all. That one drink was plenty. The pizza was really good but I recommend a pizza with a tomato sauce base as the other pizzas tasted more like flat breads or seasoned bread.For my father in law's birthday they gave us a complimentary soft serve ice cream which was really good! The chocolate cake was also very good! Overall, you can't go wrong with the food here! Enjoy!

Went for brunch. The mushroom pizza was so so good, the green olives were such a nice add. The pizza was better than L'antica Pizzeria down the street whoops! The rösti was so very delicious, and the pancakes are huge. Really nice ambiance and location, everything was delicious (especially the pizza).

Environment and overall aesthetic is very modern, cool and moody vibes. I enjoyed sitting outside with overall good ambiance and lighting. Service was great, our waitress was very friendly and gave honest recommendations on what to get and she never missed Food was amazing and so were their drinks. We mainly got appetizers and the best one was DEFINITELY the Spanish grilled octopus.

This place has quiet the vibe and ambiance. Dim lights, chic decor, trendy place. Surprised how packed it was on Thursday night. Was invited here for my birthday celebration. Food was excellent- high quality plates. The extra dirty martini was well done Ordered the octopus appetizer-yum! Arugula salad with pomegranates and pears was delicious. Ricotta pasta with truffle butter got devoured in seconds and Marguerite pizza with basil-not even a crumb left Portion sizes are smaller than most places I'm use to-definitely left me wanting more...Service was great. The cheesecake for dessert was creamy and perfect way to end a delicious meal..

This place is perfect for a date night, consider this an intimate restaurant that exudes charm and warmth. Look for a cozy spot with dim lighting, soft music, and a menu of thoughtfully crafted plates. Pair it with signature cocktails, and you'll have the ideal setting for deep conversation and romance. Bonus points if you find a tucked-away patio, a fireplace, or a unique, personal touch like candlelit tables like I did.

My first time at Marlena, and let me tell you, this place truly delivered!Our server, Alec, had the most amazing personality and did a fantastic job recommending and describing everything on the menu. The cocktails were phenomenal, and the food was equally impressive. Here's what we ordered: * Grilled Spanish Octopus: Tender to perfection, with flavors that were absolutely on point. * Crispy Fried Cauliflower: This was absolutely delicious and, in my opinion, a must-order! * Little Gem Salad: Their unique take on a Caesar salad--simple yet satisfying. * Pappardelle Oxtail Ragu: I couldn't try this due to dietary restrictions, but it was rated a solid 7/10 by my dining companion. * Blue Oyster Mushroom Pizza (GF): OMG, I'm in love with this! It was absolutely perfect. * Prosciutto Pizza: My boyfriend thought it was good but felt it would've been better with more prosciutto.For dessert, we ordered: * Orange Fennel Olive Cake: Such a unique combination of flavors that worked beautifully together--phenomenal! * Burnt Basque Cheesecake: Creamy, rich, and simply divine.Overall, the ambiance, service, cocktails, food, and desserts were fantastic. The portions were just right--not too little, not too much. We will definitely be back, and next time, we're excited to try brunch for a different vibe!

Been here a handful of times over the last couple years and I LOVE this restaurant. The last time I was here was last month where we were celebrating an engagement -- and we ordered almost everything off of their menu for everyone! I'm so sad I didn't take more photos of the food, but you really can't go wrong with ordering anything off their menu.Some highlights I remember in the blur of all the dishes coming to the table were the octopus and cauliflower appetizers. I loved every single pizza we ordered (and we ordered all of them), but I will say the calzone is probably the weakest dish on their menu -- probably wouldn't order that again. But other than that, we loved all the pastas, pizzas, salads, and small plates! My favorite pasta was the honey nut squash agnolotti. And the branzino was *chef's kiss*The dessert cakes were all really good, too! But I still think about their affogato -- their gelato was mascarpone flavored! So freaking good. Their outdoor seating is beautifully lit at night, with heat lamps, and the servers are all so warm and friendly. Definitely come here for a special occasion, or if you just want really freaking good food.

I came here for my friend's bday brunch a few weeks ago on a saturday. Sitting in there breezy outdoor patio was a great reprieve from the scorching valley heat.We ordered a bunch of food to be eaten family style. Their drinks are phenomenal and well-balanced. I loved my drink but it was off-menu so I can't really remember what the name was. Out of everything we ordered the YELLOW PEACHES WITH BURRATA, CEASAR SALAD W/ ANCHOVIES, CALAMARI, AND THE PAPPARDELLE CARBONARA was my favorite. They were perfect for boozy brunching!Service was stellar. I forgot the name of our Filipina waitress but she was great with making us feel welcomed and taken care of. The only reason I didn't give them a fifth star was that I thought their menu was more carb heavy. Otherwise, I definitely recommend this place for boozy brunching with friends!

Came here 2 weeks ago to try out this hot spot. Husband was able to get a last minute reservation for 7:45pm on a Friday night. Found street parking upon arrival. Inside was bustling and loud noise. Got seated immediately in a spacious area. Ordered:1) fried cauliflower - this was one of the best I've had, flavor and texture was spot on2) ribeye steak - this was so good, glad we ordered it although expensive!3) octopus - soft and good 4) barramundi fish - delicious! 5) bread with tomato sauce - bread is not free here 6) salami pizza - yes, amazing!7) cheesecake - decent We were pleasantly surprised by the food here and would recommend this place to others who are dining in Long Beach!

One word to wrap up my experience....wow! It's taken a minute to dine here and I'm so glad I finally had the chance to! From the flavors, to the pairings to the great customer service...I'm blown away at how great this quaint and charming restaurant is. Lovely seasonal dish options, lovely wine selection and lovely ambiance. I'm hooked and can't wait to come back to try more!