50 Best American Restaurants in Newport Beach

“Great service, amazing atmosphere and delicious food.“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“Fabulous food and cool interior“

“Delicious healthy food. I highly recommend this restaurant“

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

“We had a fabulous time. I asked ou waiter if anyone had ever said he "looked like Denzel Washington?" and he said "NOOOOOOOOOOOOO but you just made my day!" He was thought, timely, appreciative and very attentive, without being overbearing. And Jullie, the concerige was delightgful! Interested and interesting! Two great qualities.“

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

“We ordered the Clam Chowder and Nachos with Shrimp.Off of the kids menu, we tried the mini cheeseburgers with fries mmmm chef’s kiss! . All items were top notch. Our waiter brought the large Nachos instead of the small by mistake but we saved the rest for a snack later. We enjoyed the brunch so much that we decided to visit the place again on another day for dinner. We had the Sirloin steak and Shrimp scampi which was the day’s special. The Mahi Mahi was cooked to perfection. The kids had Fish and Chips and Pasta Marinara. Great quality food and good portion sizes for the price! I got the Spicy mango mocktail. It was oh so delicious! Next time we visit Newport Beach, we are definitely stopping by again. Special shout out to Jack Velour, the magician who entertained us at our table with amazing tricks while we waited for the food!“

“Fantastic service and delicious wings and a salad.“

“Friendly and good service“

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

“Great food! Nice people !“

“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!“

“How have we not noticed this place before now. We took an evening stroll and then stopped by this restaurant. They have 2 window seats which is nice to get some fresh air and people watch.

We were told that the food was great so we decided to sit down. They have a wide variety of food items and I'm sure the drinks are good but we don't drink.

I opted for the ahi sandwich and I could get it protein style which I appreciate with a side salad. It was really tasty. The ahi wasn't fishy. The thicker section did get a little chewy but that was the next day since I couldn't finish it all. I wish I had more sauce though since it was tasty. My friend got the burger with fries and thought it was good as well.

It can get loud when the middle table has guests, something w/the acoustics. But a fun vibe. There was a waitlist when we left.“

“Beautiful clean place and reasonable pricing“

“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.“

“Writing this review specifically for the chef named kris. He went out of his way to help me find another store and with my bags during his break. We went to try this spot since he said he works there. Food was great! Nice ambiance ij the restaurant and friendly staff. Will come back thanks to him!“

“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.“

“very good food, dessert are the best.“

“Very good drinks and smiling waiters“

“We always get the Boardwalk Burrito 😋“

“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.“

“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!“

“Best beef dip sandwich ever!!“

“our special place to celebrate excellent service Delicious“

“Excellent service, tasty food and good price“

“This is fabulous dining by the coast.“

“Absolutely beautiful ocean view from your table“

“Nice restaurant and has tiny beach“

“Fine dining, excellent service, amazing food“

“The service was great very attentive to us. Even though we closed them down for breakfast and lunch it was nice not being rushed out as others would have done. The food is home style which I loved good size portions. We will definitely be back again soon“

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

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

“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!“

“Service and breakfast was excellent“

“Food is great and staff is fabulous!!!“

“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!“

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

“We love this place, best view! ♥️“

“Great service, friendly and helpful. Great food, and on point“

“Great spot to eat. Hidden gem.“

“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“

“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!“

“specials daily. strong cocktails. my go to when I'm in town.“

“The service is excellent & the table setting is elegant with a rose on each table. Love the large curved booths to sit side-by-side for a romantic dinner date. Our favorite is the baseball swordfish, always perfectly cooked. The Brussels sprouts are so delicious too. They offer a good wine list with fair prices. We like to end the evening in the lounge to enjoy the live music.“

“Outstanding food and service. On list of top place to return to. Bar service impressive - great old fashioned and gin and chartreuse martini. Scallop dish super memorable and came with fantastic wine rec. Our server was amazing - attentive, engaging, and made everything memorable.“