Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant Newport Beach
$$ • Seafood, American, Bars Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant Newport Beach
Customers' Favorites
High Spot Beer Battered Fish & Chips
Oysters on the Half Shell
New England Clam Chowder
Lobster Roll with Butter
San Francisco Cioppino
New England Chowder
Fisherman's Platter
Fish and Chips 18
Shrimp Cocktail
Steamed Clams
Recent Reviews
800 ratings
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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...read full review
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...read full review
A very busy restaurant that can accommodate groups of 6, 8 and 10 including pets. Very nice dockside location that's a little tight but expected because of the location. Menu is excellent in its variety. Where it misses is the inconsistency of the quality of the food prep. We have been several times in the past two decades and this summer we went two Sundays in a row. First time they didn't have sanddabs because their supplier couldn't provide them. We went the following week...read full review
We were a large group with children and the waiter took good care of the adults and children. The only issue was that the meals came over a 35 minute period which resulted in some people being finished when some people were just getting their food.
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 10AM - 9PM |
Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant in Newport Beach offers a welcoming and cozy dining experience with a focus on good food and friendly service. Visitors frequently praise the great atmosphere, especially the outdoor seating near the water and boats, which provides a lovely view and pleasant weather. The restaurant is known for its excellent seafood, including clam chowder, crab & shrimp Louis Salad, black cod, steamed clams & mussels, and trout amandine, all prepared to a high standard. Many guests highlight the consistent quality of the food and the friendly, capable staff, with several mentioning their positive experiences with servers like Elias and Hoff. The bar area and outdoor terrace are popular spots, although some find the barstool height awkward. The restaurant can get busy, especially with large groups or tourist buses, but handles these crowds well. Desserts like crème brûlée are highly recommended, with guests enjoying the desserts more than expected. Overall, Bluewater Grill Newport Beach is appreciated for its great location, tasty meals, and attentive service, making it a favorite spot for both lunch and dinner.