Smooth's Feeds Long Beach Flood Victims

Check out this video that recaps what happened this past Sunday.

John Morris and the employees at Smooth's knew that the people in Long Beach were hurting by the flooding. We did our best to accommodate those victims with a meal, entertainment, and simple relaxation.

We continue to advocate for the victims flooded by rain again, on River St. 7 times this area of Long Beach has been flooded, and we hope that the long term and short term solutions can be implemented as soon as possible.

Here is another video recapping the floods.

Smooth's Sports Grille is your Long Beach Nascar Headquarters

Daytona 500 onlookers watched Matt Kenseth spray Gatorade and celebrate his win in Florida. Daytona experienced a lot of controversy as Dale Earnhardt tapped Brian Vickers right in front of the field, that forced then current leader Kyle Busch and his M&M car out of the race.

The humble Kenseth, won praise from fellow drivers since he's a consistent driver not usually thrust in the lime light. Articles about Daytona can be found at ESPN and Nascar.com Or check out the video recap here.



The NASCAR season has just begun, and it arrives in Southern California next week. For everyone not driving to Fontana, Smooth's is your Orange County and LA County Nascar Headquarters. This Weekend has two Nascar Events with the Spring Cup Series and Nationwide Series at Fontana.

Nationwide Series' Stater Bros. 300 will be broadcast at Smooth's starting at 4 p.m. this Saturday February 21.

The Sprint Cup Series presents The Auto Club 500 at 2 p.m. this Sunday, February 22nd.

Bring your friends and cheer on the race as it is broadcast live from Fontana this weekend. Smooth's continues to offer the best food, drinks and televised sports Long Beach has to offer. To reserve your table this weekend call (562) 437-7700.

Aptera 2e at Smooth's

The Aptera 2e arrived at Smooth’s Sports Grille in Downtown Long Beach to reveal its electric capabilities to the public. Aptera, based in Carlsbad, CA, arrived in Long Beach earlier this week for the Technology Entertainment Design (TED) conference. John Morris, owner of Smooth’s, invited Aptera to bring its new model and park the vehicle on his outdoor terrace.

“The capabilities of the car are quite amazing,” said Morris. “I wanted Downtown Long Beach to witness the possibilities of renewable energy.”



The Aptera model displayed featured a full electric motor, speeds up to 90 miles per hour and can travel up to 100 miles per charge. The sleek design of the 2e can be attributed to the butterfly-style doors, fluid exterior form and the three-wheel motorcycle-esque look. The exterior appeal of the vehicle may look expensive, but the approximated price tag is between $25,000-$40,000. Aptera will be officially launching the vehicle for sale in October throughout California.

“4,000 reservations are currently on the online waiting list,” said an Aptera spokesperson.

More information about the company and vehicle, in addition to the official waiting list can be found at www.aptera.com.

Check out the video here.

UFC 94 St-Pierre vs. Penn II

Come out to Smooth's and see B.J. Penn get into the ring for the second time with Georges St. Pierre for this epic rematch. Lightweight champion Penn moves back up to fight at the welterweight division. If Penn wins the fight, he will be the first fighter in UFC history to hold two belts, the Light and Welterweight.

Georges St. Pierre (17-2) has won his last four fights with dominating wins over Matt Hughes, Matt Serra and Jon Fitch. BJ Penn (14-4-1) earned the welterweight title once before in 2004 with a submission to Matt Hughes. But Penn has been untouchable since he went back down to the lightweight division with dominating wins over Jens Pulver, Joe Stevenson and Sean Sherk.

Check out these videos on the fight.





We are showing the event on over 25 HD TV's throughout the restaurant and full-bar. $20 cover charge, with $10 going toward your meal/drink purchase. For any questions please call the restaurant at (562) 437-7700 or visit smoothssportsgrille.com

All our prime TV Events are posted on the calendar site, LimelightLB.com. Make sure to check out the website to find showing of your favorite local sports team.

New Years Eve in Downtown Long Beach

7500 people crowded Pine Ave in Downtown Long Beach to celebrate the coming of a New Year this past Wednesday night. 9 years after the last New Year's party graced downtown in 1999, the crowds still surged reviving the restaurant and entertainment district.

John Morris, owner of Smooth's Sports Bar and Restaurant produced the downtown New Year's Event with enormous success. See the multiple articles from The Press Telegram interviewing Morris and detailing the event here and here. Also take a look at the articles from the LB Post and LB Report.

The event was brought to you by The Downtown Long Beach Associates, The City of Long Beach, The Long Beach Convention and Visitor's Bureau and The Port of Long Beach.



DJ Abel started the live music with his old school and funk set that warmed up the crowd early. People were dancing in the street as early as 8:30 PM, waiting to bring in the new year.



DJ Abel was followed by local band, Dusty Rhodes and the River Band. Their 45 minute set energized the crowd with their unique sound. Lead singer, Dustin Apodaca, showed off his keyboard, vocal and accordion skills to thousands. "Street Fighter", off Dusty Rhodes' latest album "First You Live," was a huge hit with the crowd with the rock anthem chorus and long rock instrumentals. Check out the video below.



Delta Nove was the grand finale as they brought in the new year with their power funk and elaborate percussion sounds. Delta was led by the impressive saxophone playing of Rob Covacevich and vocals of Bobby Easton.




Smooth's hosted a packed bar, dance floor and rooftop terrace during the New Year's celebration. VIP members who bought their tickets prior to the event were able to experience an exquisite buffet, an appetizer and drink from various bars and restaurants on Pine and VIP treatment from Smooth's staff.



New Years revelers were able to watch Robbie Knievel jump a Volcano in Las Vegas on 25 flat screens throughout Smooth's and had access to its full bar.

The event was a great success, and we look forward to the next event on Pine!