New American Restaurants in Newport Beach, CA

“My brotha and I were looking for a good local Mediterranean spot and we found this beauty of a restaurant. The service was amazing, ambiance was impeccable and the food was DELICIOUS. 10/10 would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for high quality authentic Mediterranean food. This is my new go to!!“

“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.“

“Great spot to eat. Hidden gem.“

“our special place to celebrate excellent service Delicious“

“Great service, amazing atmosphere and delicious food.“

“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“

“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“

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

“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“

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

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

“Great Maple provided a wonderful dining experience, a choice that I did not regret. The food was DELISH!! My server, Merissa was EXCELLENT!! If you are ever in the area (Newport Beach, Fashion Island) stop by and request her as your server. Bon Apetite!!“

“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❤️“

“Fantastic service and delicious wings and a salad.“

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

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

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

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

“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“

“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!“

“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.“

“We love this hotel. Great bar, good food and attentive staff. Super location close to south coast plaza!“

“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!“

“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.“

“The whole place was top notch. Definitely recommend!“

“Best beef dip sandwich ever!!“

“Excellent service, tasty food and good price“

“This is fabulous dining by the coast.“

“Nice restaurant and has tiny beach“

“I've only been there twice recently for movies and I love that you can order online. It's never crowded. The matinee price is really good. The sound is good and the chairs are comfortable and the atmosphere is super clean.“

“We had dinner before a candlelight concert. The food and drinks were great but what what made the experience was the service. From being greeted at the front to service at the table, it was top notch. Rob was our waiter and he provided one of the best dinner experiences we've ever had. He was friendly, helpful when we had questions on food and drinks and was overall a joy. We will definitely be back.“

“good customer service, Lilly was great with explaining their vegan options“

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