50 Best American Restaurants in Newport Beach

“Great service, amazing atmosphere and delicious food.“

“Fabulous food and cool interior“

“Fine dining, excellent service, amazing food“

“Best beef dip sandwich ever!!“

“Absolutely beautiful ocean view from your table“

“Peter is amazing! He is such an attentive waiter and made sure we had an excellent dinner. Highlight of our trip! ☀️“

“I'm pretty sure I started levitating the minute I tried the milkshake it's literally the best one I've ever had in my life. And the fries..PERFECTLY SALTED. I don't think I've ever had such a spiritual experience at a burgers place but there's a first for everything. Definitely recommend!!!!!!!!“

“Great spot to eat. Hidden gem.“

“We had a great time at The Mayor’s Table Pacific Pub and Kitchen. Guy, our bartender, was amazing—super knowledgeable and clearly focused on making sure we were happy. His attention to detail really stood out, and he made our visit memorable. We’ll definitely be back!“

“We had high hopes coming to Olea, but alas we were disappointed. Location/Ambiance: Westcliff Plaza and small with a large bar at the front, the layout leaves little space for tables. We sat in a snug booth alongside the windows with a view of Susie Cakes next door. The decor is warm and modern. Food: Subpar! Burnt bread but delicious whipped butter. Butter lettuce and Goat cheese salad was bland with a basic dressing. Mac and cheese skillet was good but nothing amazing. Filet was dry with overdone gluey mashed potatoes, and underdone broccolini. Halibut was pan seared to a dry mess with an inedible coating, bland steamed seasonal vegetables of cauliflower, carrots, and broccoli as a side. Service: Friendly and Fake, if you enjoy watching servers walk away from your table talking about how "picky and difficult you are" this is a perfect spot. My Mother has dietary restrictions and we are specific to ensure a safe dining experience, it's sad when that's met with disdain. Overall: We won't be back!“

“This place is quite nice. It can accommodate more diners than one might initially think. In addition, they have outdoor heaters for those who like to dine outdoors. The food here is very tasty, the portions are ample, and it's not too expensive.“

“Omg the food. 1st time in and I’ll definitely be back. Loved the outdoor seating option.“

“Delicious healthy food. I highly recommend this restaurant“

“Great restaurant, A1 service, friendly staff, great ambiance, food and drinks“

“Fantastic service and delicious wings and a salad.“

“Reza is the best!! The service here is always first class and they really treat their customers like family. Not the mention the food is amazing here too! Get the salmon tacos or the seabass. 5 stars in every category. Will always be back. Thank you Reza and Eric!“

“On the water in Newport Bay. Big windows with great view. Fun bar atmosphere. Has boat slips for water arrivals. Server will come down to boat with food and drinks. Newport pier is a 10 minute walk away. This was a Thursday lunch at Woodys and a few hours kicking back on the sand. Good times great vibe down here.“

“Amazing food & service! Kirk if the Best❤️“

“Always, I love to be there, everything is perfect, the food, the employees…..💜“

“Great food! Nice people !“

“From the greeting at the front desk to the waiter, Dean, to the numerous courteous and helpful busboys; the service was top notch. Crab cakes as appetizers, main courses of house chicken and flank steak. It was a wonderful experience.“

“Bayside Restaurant in Newport Beach is a gem, especially for its live music every night. The atmosphere is so captivating that I often find myself singing along or even getting up to dance. The food and service are just as exceptional: my go-to dishes are the scallops, the lamb, and all the steaks. The seafood is so fresh and the steaks are far superior in flavor to any high-end restaurant. For appetizers, the ahi tuna tartare is a must-try (THE BEST I’ve had anywhere), and the calamari with its Thai-style twist of chilies, green onion, and cilantro over an amazing salad is a standout. Desserts? Absolutely heavenly. The cheesecake and panna cotta are favorites, but the Grand Marnier souffle is simply to die for. The service is also impeccable…from the moment you arrive with the complimentary valet service, to the hostesses, the bartenders, servers, and bussers. Everyone is so friendly and attentive! Bayside is an experience I cherish every time. Can’t wait for my next visit!“

“Friendly and good service“

“By far the BEST Burger & Fries I have had in years. Service was super friendly and accommodating to substitutions and questions. Never felt rushed, food was hot and delicious. Had out of town guests and without planning to ended up here for lunch. What a nice surprise this place was. Will be back soon!“

“Yea I’m from Texas, idk why all these Cali yuppies are giving this place anything less than 4 stars. Right on the water, small bar, this place is dope! Obvious it’s not a family dining experience, this is casual, snack, perfect grab and go! Foods good, not a 5 star restaurant but for what it is it’s amazing!“

“We always get the Boardwalk Burrito 😋“

“We were pleasantly surprised to find this wonderful new eatery. We had the B-Boy Burger (Amazing, gooey, cheesy and delicious), The BLT was super yummy, with that real thick bacon, not those paper thin bacon slices, and the kids really liked the chicken tender (not dried out cardboard chicken). I will say, the Onion Rings are really good, crunchy and very delicious. Besides for the food being really good, we found the staff to be super friendly, and very timely with our order. This is definitely our go-to place going forward every time we come for a ferry ride.

Kid-friendliness: They have a few dishes for the kiddos as well.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easily accessible to all.“

“Excellent service, tasty food and good price“

“Beautiful clean place and reasonable pricing“

“My mom and I dined here for years. Now I take my daughter to lunch at 59th and Lex . The wraps and salads are outstanding. The atmosphere is always amazing. Service is top notch. For ladies who lunch or men too for that matter, you will not be disappointed as it's always an enjoyable experience.“

“I used to work at Nordstrom and back then it was “Blue Stove” and they only served little tapas. They have carried over some of the same recipes now that it’s Bazille. This place is always good and the food is consistent. They are know for their cilantro lime salad which my mom got. I got the mandarin chicken salad which was light and refreshing. I also highly recommend the tacos ! We will be back for sure! A nice place to stop for a drink when shopping too.“

“very good food, dessert are the best.“

“Very good drinks and smiling waiters“

“our special place to celebrate excellent service Delicious“

“Pacifix Kitchen is the only resturant in town that serves Vietnamese and it's super tasty. That have great service too. A hidden gem for sure.“

“This is fabulous dining by the coast.“

“Nice restaurant and has tiny beach“

“Fabulous first time won’t be the last!“

“Service and breakfast was excellent“

“Amazing BBQ in Orange County. Fall off the bone ribs, tender brisket, moist BBQ chicken, pulled pork, juicy sausages. A real hidden gem. Highly recommended!“

“I love Sessions and eat here just about every week. Have been to all locations, love the salads and sandwiches and breakfast burritos. The staff is friendly and polite and love that they are offering more dinner options like amazing pizzas and burgers. Well done Sessions!“

“What a wonderful little place! There are plenty of items on the menu to choose from, as well as gluten-free alternatives. We had shrimp and mashed potatoes; both were excellent! Service was very good while dining al fresco.“

“I ❤️❤️❤️this place. It is so grand and elegant!“

“The food was delicious every bite of it 👍😄🥰“

“If you're looking for awesome seafood with a killer view, Bluewater Grill Newport Beach is where it's at. The scene: 🌅 Imagine enjoying your meal while gazing at fancy yachts and the Newport dock. Pretty sweet, right? The grub: 🦀🐟 • Crab cakes: So good, it's mostly jumbo lump crab meat, no fillers • Mahi Mahi: Cooked to perfection, moist and flaky on the inside, crispy on the outside • Scallops: Melt-in-your-mouth delicious with a perfect sear Everything came out hot and tasting amazing. No sad, cold fish here! Drinks: 🍹 The red sangria hit the spot. Perfect for sipping and yacht-watching. Vibes: 😊 Everyone working there seemed genuinely happy. Like, actual smiles, not the fake "I hate my job" kind. Made us feel right at home. Bottom line: Great food, awesome views, cool staff. We're definitely coming back for round two! #NomNom #ViewsForDays #HappyBelly“

“Great place and great views.“

“We love this place, best view! ♥️“

“Coastal elegance with prime views. We sat at the bar for HH one evening and it was delightful. Bartender Tony is clearly part of a beloved and tight knit community of locals.
We visited for a celebratory dinner another evening and it was also lovely.
Both food and drinks were superb.“

“Comfortable temperature and beautiful environment, I like it very much.“

“Very nice outdoor seating, great food, music. Nice place and close your o the surrounding neighborhoods!“