So so so disappointed. Have been to Buddha’s 5+ times and love it and had the worst service ever tonight. I made a reservation a week in advance for 7:30 and we arrived at 7:25 and were not seated until after 8 with little to no apology from the hostesses (except for the awesome lady who may be the manager/main host and helped us decide what to order while we were still outside so thanks to her). We ended up sitting at a 4 top w 5 people which is fine, except for the fact that we watched multiple 4 tops be seated before us that came after us. When we sat down we literally watched a group we had arrived at the same time as LEAVE because they were done eating. We ordered immediately after sitting down because we had so much time to decide earlier. Food came out quickly but in a seriously atrocious order: rolls and main dishes before ANY of the apps (most concerning was a full poke bowl served three courses before miso soups), which imo is really weird and I have never seen before at a sushi restaurant. The servers didn’t clear any of our dishes as we ate, never filled our waters, and our soy sauce was empty (see photo attached). I was eating with my friend who is a hostess at a different restaurant and she said at this point they would’ve taken stuff off the bill. As people who have worked in the service industry, I ALWAYS tip 20% and today couldn’t justify tipping that much on a $200+ meal with honestly subpar service and hosting. Wanted to show my friends from out of town my favorite restaurant in Newport and am thoroughly disappointed. Food was great though (see photo attached LOL we did clean the plates)
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Isabella
This sushi restaurant perched on the pier of Newport Beach’s Lido Peninsula is a must-visit. The waterfront marina views are stunning, especially at sunset, and outdoor seating comes with heaters. The atmosphere is dimly lit and intimate. Reservations are recommended. The sushi was excellent and surprisingly affordable. Service was a bit slow, but maybe understandable with a large group.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Kip Williams
Amazing atmosphere and the people working were so nice. The sushi was great, and the chicken dish plus vegetable tasted amazing. 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aeden Oveson
Ordered sushi first day in California. Got food poisoning from it and was sick my whole trip. Would not recommend.
Food: 1
Matt Orzech
This is a "must" when we are in Newport Beach! Some of the best sushi around! The Buddha roll is unique and delicious. The service is always on point. We love the atmosphere, simple and casual. We like looking at the harbor and the boats.
Parking: It was a busy summer evening and we had no problem with valet parking. Dropping off and retrieving the car was easy and efficient.
Made reservations for 7:15 for dock and dine got there and there was no place for the boat they double booked. They squeezed us in at the end. Left us there for 40 minutes with out taking our order. Another 30 to get the food. Once it got there portions were tiny but tasted ok. Over all service was terrible except for the 1 gentleman with a mustache. Won’t return here will try something else next time
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
Alice zzz
good food good ambience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jim Dietrich
Great food and service, had a wonderful dinner there. A hidden gem...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hand Roll, Tuna, Garlic Edamame, Rolls
This waiter named Ren was so awesome!!!! She helped me out with the drink menu and I got her number after!?buddhas is the best, can’t wait to eat there again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gordon Sturm
Lovely dockside sushi restaurant with tender, soft sashimi! Great special roll combinations and amazing tasting sashimi. Wonderful, attentive service.
Located on the pier on the Lido Peninsula, the small sushi restaurant is a must. The view is outstanding. The atmosphere is perfect. Reservations are recommended as this place fills up fast. The fish was simply amazing, and the service was perfect. Really can't say enough! Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hand Roll, California Roll, Garlic Edamame, Rolls
Carrie Menendez
Great sushi, at the water so if you like harbor life, this is sushi for you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
George Karalexis
My wife and I love this place. Excellent food and location. However, the music is awful, if you could sort that out it would be one of the best restaurants in Orange County.
The food and service is that good that we give it a 5/5 even with the terrible music.
So so so disappointed. Have been to Buddha’s 5+ times and love it and had the worst service ever tonight. I made a reservation a week in advance for 7:30 and we arrived at 7:25 and were not seated until after 8 with little to no apology from the hostesses (except for the awesome lady who may be the manager/main host and helped us decide what to order while we were still outside so thanks to her). We ended up sitting at a 4 top w 5 people which is fine, except for the fact that we watched multiple 4 tops be seated before us that came after us. When we sat down we literally watched a group we had arrived at the same time as LEAVE because they were done eating. We ordered immediately after sitting down because we had so much time to decide earlier. Food came out quickly but in a seriously atrocious order: rolls and main dishes before ANY of the apps (most concerning was a full poke bowl served three courses before miso soups), which imo is really weird and I have never seen before at a sushi restaurant. The servers didn’t clear any of our dishes as we ate, never filled our waters, and our soy sauce was empty (see photo attached). I was eating with my friend who is a hostess at a different restaurant and she said at this point they would’ve taken stuff off the bill. As people who have worked in the service industry, I ALWAYS tip 20% and today couldn’t justify tipping that much on a $200+ meal with honestly subpar service and hosting. Wanted to show my friends from out of town my favorite restaurant in Newport and am thoroughly disappointed. Food was great though (see photo attached LOL we did clean the plates)
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
This sushi restaurant perched on the pier of Newport Beach’s Lido Peninsula is a must-visit. The waterfront marina views are stunning, especially at sunset, and outdoor seating comes with heaters. The atmosphere is dimly lit and intimate. Reservations are recommended. The sushi was excellent and surprisingly affordable. Service was a bit slow, but maybe understandable with a large group.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Amazing atmosphere and the people working were so nice. The sushi was great, and the chicken dish plus vegetable tasted amazing. 10/10
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ordered sushi first day in California. Got food poisoning from it and was sick my whole trip. Would not recommend.
Food: 1
This is a "must" when we are in Newport Beach! Some of the best sushi around! The Buddha roll is unique and delicious.
The service is always on point.
We love the atmosphere, simple and casual. We like looking at the harbor and the boats.
Parking: It was a busy summer evening and we had no problem with valet parking. Dropping off and retrieving the car was easy and efficient.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stinky, Salmon Candy, Buddha's Favorite, Rolls
Made reservations for 7:15 for dock and dine got there and there was no place for the boat they double booked. They squeezed us in at the end. Left us there for 40 minutes with out taking our order. Another 30 to get the food. Once it got there portions were tiny but tasted ok. Over all service was terrible except for the 1 gentleman with a mustache. Won’t return here will try something else next time
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 1
good food good ambience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and service, had a wonderful dinner there. A hidden gem...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hand Roll, Tuna, Garlic Edamame, Rolls
boat to sushi perfect
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This awesome waitress Ren had great service!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This waiter named Ren was so awesome!!!! She helped me out with the drink menu and I got her number after!?buddhas is the best, can’t wait to eat there again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lovely dockside sushi restaurant with tender, soft sashimi! Great special roll combinations and amazing tasting sashimi. Wonderful, attentive service.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Buddha's Favorite, Sashimi Deluxe
Located on the pier on the Lido Peninsula, the small sushi restaurant is a must. The view is outstanding. The atmosphere is perfect. Reservations are recommended as this place fills up fast. The fish was simply amazing, and the service was perfect. Really can't say enough! Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hand Roll, California Roll, Garlic Edamame, Rolls
Great sushi, at the water so if you like harbor life, this is sushi for you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My wife and I love this place. Excellent food and location. However, the music is awful, if you could sort that out it would be one of the best restaurants in Orange County.
The food and service is that good that we give it a 5/5 even with the terrible music.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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