Domenico's Belmont Shore

About the Business

Specialties

Domenico's was one of the first restaurants to serve pizza in California and is famous for our amazing Italian inspired dishes. We strive to maintain the original recipes that have made us an institution while often introducing new favorites.

History

Established in 1954.

Domenico's is one of the first restaurants to serve pizza in California. In 1954, Domenico and Beverly Spano opened Domenico's in the Belmont Shore area of Long Beach. With a simple menu consisting primarily of made-from-scratch pizzas and the now famous house salad, Domenico and Beverly introduced their Italian far to the Long Beach locals. Before long the ground sausage, ground pepperoni pizzas, and the creamy garlic salad dressing became Belmont Shore traditions. Dom and Beverly soon opened Domenico's locations in North Long Beach, Lakewood, Hawaiian Gardens, and Santa Ana. Proprietor Mike Rhodes continues the traditions that have become synonymous with Domenico's. The original recipes are still being followed, and its business has grown to new heights. The menu now also includes many delicious pasta dishes including Sausage Tomato Cream, Chicken Basil Cream, Angel Hair Chicken Fresco, and much, much more.

Meet the Business Owner

Business owner information

Mike R.

Business Owner

I have been in the restaurant business for over 40 years, and I am proud to be the caretaker of the oldest restaurant in Long Beach. I was previously president and an owner of Russell's in Long Beach (over 20 years ago), and I understand the importance of being part of the community.

Domenico’s Belmont Shore also recommends

Gondola Getaway

Mike R. says, “Check out Gondola Getaway's pizza cruise. Enjoy a dinner from Domenico's on an authentic Gondola while sailing through the canals of Naples.”