Schooner or Later
Best Waterfront Breakfast in Long Beach · CA
The Mess on the marina
Schooner or Later is a Long Beach breakfast institution on the marina, a bustling patio café overlooking the boats where locals line up for oversized morning plates. Its famous 'The Mess' — eggs, potatoes, cheese, and the works piled high — earned a spot on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
Open early with a full bar and marina views, Schooner or Later has been the Long Beach waterfront's go-to weekend breakfast for decades.
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2025 Centurion Award
Best Waterfront Breakfast in Long Beach Long Beach, CA · Awarded under the 2025 evaluation View the 2025 award →Awards run one calendar year and renew only if the business clears the bar again. Selection is by published criteria, never for sale.
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