50 Best American Restaurants in Newport Beach

“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 service, amazing atmosphere and delicious food.“

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

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

“Fabulous food and cool interior“

“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.“

“Delicious healthy food. I highly recommend this restaurant“

“One can never go wrong with lunch at Mariposa. The service, food and ambiance is consistently top notch. It's my favorite ladies lunch restaurant . I find it especially convenient to take some time and shop a bit afterwards too! - Marie L. Newport Beach“

“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!“

“We had a birthday girl in our party of four yesterday and Gilberto was so accommodating and kind, making the lunch feel extra special! He made sure we were covered by the umbrellas in this heatwave and even replaced our water pitcher when the ice melted.“

“Absolutely beautiful ocean view from your table“

“Woohoo! This was an AWESOME meal! Service was helpful, friendly, knowledgeable and attentive! Our entire table only ate pizza or chicken pot pie! Everyone finished their plates!!! Yum! we did manage to squeeze in dessert and it was worth it!!! 10/10 will be back again. Shout-out to our amazing server Kaitlyn!!! 🤓♥️🥊🔥👊🏼🎉🐐🎄🎁I“

“Fantastic service and delicious wings and a salad.“

“Fine dining, excellent service, amazing food“

“our special place to celebrate excellent service Delicious“

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

“We don’t post reviews very often, but really felt obliged to for here. The food is outstanding!!!! Service is wonderful. It was actually pretty quiet as its location is tucked out the way, but it deserves to have a queue around the corner!!!!! Top quality ingredients and great value for the quality. Very accommodating of our stroller and dog.“

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

“Friendly and good service“

“My buddies and I do a “Bros Night” every couple of weeks, and we’re always looking for a new local spot to check out. This time we cruised over to Balboa Island in a friend’s golf cart from Corona del Mar, took advantage of the ridiculously convenient golf cart parking, and headed to Snipe Island.

The restaurant has a great vibe. I love the open-air feel with the large windows and bar seating facing the street. It’s a fun place to sit, relax, people-watch, and enjoy everything that makes Balboa Island special.

The food was good. I had an ahi salad that was fresh and tasty, and one of my friends ordered a pizza that looked incredible. I was doing keto that day, so unfortunately I didn’t get a slice, but if it tasted half as good as it looked, I’m ordering it next time.

The real highlight of the night was our server, Taylor. Honestly, she was incredible. The place was busy, and it seemed like she was handling just about everything, but somehow she never missed a beat. We always had what we needed, our drinks stayed full, and she made us feel like we were her only table. Great service can make or break an experience, and Taylor absolutely crushed it.

The prices felt fair, the atmosphere was fun, and overall we had a great evening. If I had one piece of constructive feedback, I’d say the restroom could use a little attention and maybe a refresh. But as someone who owns a business, I know there are always a hundred things competing for your attention.

At the end of the day, I have a soft spot for local businesses that are out there working hard and serving the community. Snipe Island delivered a fun night with friends, great service, and a great Balboa Island atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back.“

“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.“

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

“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“

“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 😋“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“Excellent service, tasty food and good price“

“Service and breakfast was excellent“

“Best beef dip sandwich ever!!“

“We love this place, best view! ♥️“

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

“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“

“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!“

“This is fabulous dining by the coast.“

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

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

“Nice restaurant and has tiny beach“

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

“Sessions is one of family go-to dinner places! We absolutely love the food , service and atmosphere! It’s a 10/10 and Woodbridge location is our favorite for a family. Paris is also the best staff ever and makes us feel at home. Highly recommended the summer zephyr add turkey!“

“Excellent food, great service“

“BEST escargots ever. The cold lobster was perfect. Oysters Rockefeller, garlic mashed potatoes, spinach, caviar, raw oysters, cold crab legs, ALL were above average grade. Peter, the owner, was very accommodating to my special request. Roberto, our server, was very attentive and classy.“

“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.“