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“

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

“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“

“Tuna Tartare with avocado was delicious. My two guest had chicken salad and shrimp salad respectively and they loved them. It's always nice and a more elegant experience than most of the restaurants at the mall. The Consomme and the baked popover with the strawberry butter is always a big hit.“

“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!“

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

“If you find yourself in Newport Beach, definitely visit Woody's Wharf. It opened in 1965 and is a staple in the area. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served and the food is delicious. Clam chowder is made fresh daily. They have martini Mondays and a daily champagne brunch that goes until 3 pm. They have a full service bar with a beautiful view of the marina. People are friendly and the customer service is amazing. Bar, table top and outdoor seating is available. It can get busy on weekends and holidays, so consider reservations. Definitely check it out, cheers and bon appe'tit, I'll definitely see you there.“

“Fantastic service and delicious wings and a salad.“

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

“Great food! Nice people !“

“Stopped in while walking around the shops and very glad we did! It was our first time here and we definitely would come back.

The menu is great. Tons of different options to pick from. The pizza is what was recommended to us by the staff and they were correct! Wow, delicious!
We tried the Hawaiian, Eggplant pizzas, as well as the French Dip. Everything was made well and tasted great. Would suggest going with a pizza! Big enough to share or have individually.

Good selection of drinks, cocktails, and draft beer. Tons of local selection as well. Our server was excellent throughout the whole meal.

If you're needing a local spot to try while on the island, definitely give Snipe Island a try. You won't be disappointed!“

“Friendly and good service“

“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.“

“I come here once in a while, and the taste is always consistent. The tomato soup is probably my favorite! The other dishes are also pretty good. If you’re just looking for something simple or a light meal, this is a great place to choose. I noticed a lot of people ordering the tacos and hamburgers, so I’d like to try them next time. The service was good too!“

“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“

“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!“

“We always get the Boardwalk Burrito 😋“

“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“

“We stumbled upon Bee’s Knees by accident for breakfast and there was a parking spot right in front just waiting for us. It was a delicious last meal and great find before heading to the airport to end our lovely spring break in Newport Beach. Breakfast was delicious, the staff was extremely kind, the weather on the patio was perfect. We enjoyed every bite, thank you so much!“

“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.“

“Service and breakfast was excellent“

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

“We love this place, best view! ♥️“

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

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

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

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

“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“

“Sessions is great for a beach sandwich! Unique sandwiches that I always crave (especially the Moddock Mellee- sprouts yum!) would definitely recommend if you want a good sandwich to take to the beach.
Wait can be a little long for a big group in the summer and prices are a little higher than I’d like but do recommend their food!“

“Excellent food, great service“

“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.“

“Great place and great views.“