50 Best Cocktail Bars near Corona Del Mar

“My Filet was tought as leather I could hardly cut it and had a hard time chewing it. I have never experienced this with a filet at any restaurant. Tuna appetizer was out of this world delicious drinks are very good as well the service was outstanding. I will go there again but will pass on the filet.“

“The summer house is a general go to for American food. The prices are on the high side for the food you get. We generally go here for a quick meal. The server we got tonight is little hard on hospitality and same experience we had before from him. I think he has been there a while and regulars get better service and not so short with service at there tables from.what we noticed.“

“Great time! Bartender Trish and Security Chemo make it a great time. I’d be back just for them 😜“

“Great exhibits educated team on floor ! Cool And calm environment ! Lots of refreshing recharge snacks beverages etc“

“Overall, it was a great experience. The highlight was the scallop appetizer, glazed carrots side dish and the lemon style sorbet dessert. I would not recommend the s'mores dessert as it was gelatinous. The waiter described it as an explosion of flavor, but I did not find that to be the case. The drinks were delicious, especially the seasonal one with blackberry and cinnamon and lemon.  I had the Wagyu skirt steak and was not as blown away as I expected to be. It is a Michelin recommended restaurant so I was hoping for a bit more, yet still enjoyed the experience immensely. “

“I was invited to their soft opening and went last night with a few friends. It's a new late night spot with small bites and drinks. Customer service was on point! Ron does an amazing job catering to clientele and providing great hospitality. He is truly interested in making sure customers are happy and open to ideas for any improvements! Drinks were good and strong. We had the Japanese old fashioned and lychee martini. Best part was it was buy one get one free! My favorite food was the wagyu and blue crab hand roll. It was a cool concept, they did a "reverse" hand roll and I especially loved that part because the nori was nice and crispy. Very innovative! Can't wait to return and try more of the menu items. They are going to incorporate bar food in the future and can't wait to see how it comes along. Also, they had good music selection!!!!“

“I gotta say, Las Vegas Bar takes your mind off of whatever. Santana jente vibe. Chill people. Beautiful girls on their hustle. Gotta speak Spanish though, not even spanglish, espanish. Some where to lay back and get drunk off the girls. I've been just a few times to unwind, switch gears, works every time. No one trippn, buena jente.“

“Great food and service. Thanks for hosting my 23rd!“

“Topside is such a fun rooftop bar in Newport. I missed the sunset when I went last weekend but the view from up there is still beautiful. They have a DJ playing mellow tunes, low-key and relaxing, though requests are not allowed and the volume stays moderate. The crowd is a nice mix of old and young, giving it a lively yet chill vibe.

We were seated right under the heat lamp so it was surprisingly warm and cozy. The Photo Booth added an extra element of fun to the night. Drinks and snacks were great too, perfect for a casual evening with friends. Definitely recommend checking it out.“

“My wife's and I favorite spot in all Laguna, we've been to all the bars, taverns n this saloon by far is THEE BEST...every year we make it a must stop spot.....I'm a photographer at heart and this classic saloon is AWSOME, the coziness, ceiling n decor, flooring, masonry and the patina bar. Nothing else comes close.“

“This is the local spot for me and the hubs. Miguel is an excellent bartender, and all of the staff are welcoming, attentive and kind. We usually come for lunch and their happy hour is also great. Also can't miss the tacos from Fonda moderna next door (their sister spot). When we have a drink our kids can play outside on the patio, hit a ping pong, or ride their scooters in the park. Overall a great spot!“

“This is our favorite place for dinner, cocktails and brunch! We love a date night there but it’s also great for kids too. The food, the cocktails, the atmosphere, the service, etc… I can’t say enough about how wonderful it is!“

“Good food and drinks! Reasonable prices. Great service!!“

“It's worth your while to come and experience it.“

“Very delicious food ❤️Friendly staff❤️“

“excellent food atmophere and service!“

“Amazing fior, great service, can't say enough positive stuff about this place!“

“My bartender is in a much better mood than most airport restaurant staff! Appreciating him
The oaxacana bowl is not great. Sweet potato is chopped uncomfortably small, my brain processes each chunk as a carrot and I become afraid. The flavors do not blend very well together -- red onion is overpowering. The shrimp are well seasoned! The fig & lemon cocktail is nice but tastes nothing like fig. There is a big lemon chunk, which is aesthetically unappealing but appreciated. Solidly okay experience.“

“Great food. Very nice people“

“Dj was playing some great early 00's R&B. Had ceviche, and the game changer was the hot honey sweet potato fries with blue cheese! I wish they were open later for a Saturday night (close at 12) but definitely a unique spot in Orange County.“

“Yet another winner from KEI Concepts. The hand rolls are served warm, one at a time, so you get the full flavor of the roll. They advise you eat them as soon as they are served + follow that advice. Consider the yuzu kosho sauce to complement the rolls. The lunch special of four rolls, miso soup and edamame is a great bargain, and they will substitute if you have allergies. The cucumber salad and crispy rice tartar are a nice way to start.“

“Very few places are as "on task" as these guys. If you're looking for executable innovation this might be your place.“

“Kathy and the gm are very kind and full of great customer service! im very impressed with their quality of food as well!

very very amazing food prices too! im definitely will keep coming back for there amazing asada nachos! and chilaquiles!!

visit this place youll not be disappointed!! hands down great mexican restaurant in HB!“

“Amazing atmosphere. Great service. Amazing people.“

“Good vibes only! Good foods! Good friends!“

“Calo K's ceviche is delicious.“

“Great service, authentic Italian food“

“Everything was excellent! Service was top notch as well.“

“Everything best food good service very nice staff. We are coming back soon!!❤️“

“Great service, authentic Italian food“

“Nice place to enjoy some food and drinks… Loved it’s ambiance and service.“

“First night for dinner was AMAZING!! Food was on point!!! Second night…. Both our steaks were cold“

“Awesome hang ok. Great people n great food“

“Love it here! Music is always on point m! 😍“

“Good stuff good stuff goo“

“The food was so good. Our waiter was very helpful and accommodating. The restaurant had a really good vibe. We celebrated my husband's birthday the other day and they gave a free dessert because one of our dishes for my son came late. Really didn't expect it but the waiter was kind enough to give it to us. So thank you! Reason why I gave a 4 when the food itself deserved a 5 was because the hostess at the front wasn't very welcoming. It felt frosty and put on and every time she came to our table it was like this. Anyways, despite that, we will be back.“

“Great to meet you Mike! Wonderful food & drinks! We will be back!“

“The food and cocktails were great. There was a lot to choose from on the menu. The service was great, the atmosphere was nice and the prices were a good deal. I highly recommend. Definitely a repeat restaurant“

“The restaurant also has complimentary bread 🥖 with olive oil.“

“Went to Cozy Pine for date night and we enjoyed it. Really feels like you are in a different place, inside a restaurant. Decor, cocktails and food were all great. Definitively worth stopping in.
Food is mostly “snacky” compared to Bacchus outside. We did not have a reservation and we’re still able to get seated, likely because we arrived early in the evening.“

“Food was so delicious recommended for who hasn’t tried it , and great service as well my first time. I would come back, but I’m too far. I’m from San Antonio Texas. Thumbs up 👍 👍“

“We live right up the canyon and had never visited. Highly recommend!! Great food, reasonable prices, our waitress, Cassidy was so great! She was efficient with everything and just had the nicest personality. We will be back!!!“

“Yuzu Japanese Sushi Bar truly exceeded my expectations. Every dish was beautifully presented and incredibly fresh — you can tell they really care about quality and balance.

We ordered the 10 pcs Premium Sushi, which included bluefin tuna, toro, shima-aji, jumbo scallop, black snapper, halibut, yellowtail belly, king salmon, amberjack, and eel — every single piece was melt-in-your-mouth fresh. I also added uni sushi, and the uni was creamy, sweet, and super clean with no bitterness.

The Black Snapper Carpaccio was light and refreshing, with crispy garlic chips, gobo, and a subtle kick from the yuzu pepper that tied everything together perfectly.

One of my favorites was the White Fish Tempura — crispy on the outside, tender inside, with hotate scallops, jalapeños, fruits, citrus zest, and a sweet soy yuzu reduction that gave it such a unique flavor profile.

The Uni Hotate Yuzu was outstanding: Hokkaido scallop topped with seared uni, finished with spicy yuzu pepper and sea salt — rich, umami, and perfectly balanced.

For hot dishes, the Miso-Glazed Chilean Sea Bass was buttery and flaky, paired beautifully with sautéed bok choy and caramelized onions. The Wagyu Katsu Sando was another highlight — crispy, juicy wagyu beef with cabbage slaw and housemade Japanese BBQ sauce on soft milk bread. So satisfying.

We also tried the Grilled Chicken Teriyaki, which was tender and flavorful with a nice caramelized finish, served with broccolini.

The Truffle Essence Roll was indulgent but not overwhelming — deep-fried salmon and asparagus, topped with snow crab, fried onions, truffle butter sauce, miso mayo, and sweet soy reduction.

Cocktails were just as impressive. The Yuzu Drop was refreshing and citrusy, and Pretty in Pink was light, fruity, and super Instagram-worthy.

Amazing food, great atmosphere, and attentive service. Definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to.“

“Great food, especially for the price in Laguna.

This Finneys location is particularly enjoyable, being one of the only 'watering holes' in Laguna, comprised of 30% locals every night.

They have great bar tenders overall, however there is high turnover. You'll be lucky if Kelsie is at the bar to serve you. The group of locals that rack it up 6-7 days a week were extremely disappointed to learn that she is temporarily only working 1 day per week. She contributed greatly to building the community here and its unfortunate that I won't be seeing as many locals as a result.“

“Stopped here before my gfs departing flight and it was an amazing experience. The atmosphere was wonderful, the drinks were stiff and reasonably priced, and our bartender (Tucker) was the kindest and most efficient bartender I’ve ever had in my life. From now on, this place will be a mandatory go-to before flying out of SNA.“

“This was a wonderful find. The menu and food are simple ingredients but they did a great job with flavor, texture, and temperature. All the dishes we ordered were delicious.

The service was great as well. They treated us like guests at their house.“

“The cheeseburger was AMAZING!!!“

“Delicious food!! Great service!!“

“Our whole experience was exceptional! Tony greeted us as we arrived and was so kind, funny and took care of us. Jay, Kyle and the rest of the wait staff provided excellent service. The food was outstanding. I had a wonderful birthday dinner. Thank you to all of you at Henry's Coastal Cuisine. We will be coming back and bringing our friends :)“

“Could not ask for a better dinner spot to end the day!!!“