Restaurants near Newport Coast

“A beautiful morning at Crystal Cove...7AM reservation at a table with great views of the ocean and our smiling server, Oscar, welcoming us with strong hot coffees & cream. Perfect. I enjoyed a typical breakfast that was perfectly prepared to my order: poached eggs, extra crispy potatoes & bacon with rye toast and blackberry jam. My lovely partner was overwhelmed by the tasty gigantic "Savory Spinach & Mushroom Crepe". It would easily feed two people. Oscar was very attentive and often stopped by with more hot coffee. Delightful.”

“Shout out to the incredible Chef Elvis for crafting the most delicious dishes and to the warm and hospitable Rachel for treating me like a queen on my birthday! From the exquisite flavors to the impeccable service, every moment was pure magic.

If you're looking for a place that makes you feel special while indulging in amazing food, A Crystal Cove is the spot! Highly recommend for an unforgettable dining experience.

Grateful for the love and hospitality! ❤️”

“We had a wonderful time. This is my favorite restaurant. 3 of my friends have never been there and they loved everything. The weather couldn't have been better. Thank you for a very enjoyable experience ?”

“Nice place - horrible service. We became that forgotten table of 2. Nothing was done without us asking from the bread service which they never finished to getting drinks. When someone came but they through the item on the table and walked off. No asking about empty drinks or taking no longer needed plates. The manager finally came over at the end and comped a desert. We were not looking for that, we had given up by then. The food was great!”

“Coffee itself is better than Parakeet. Parakeet makes great lattes. The surrounding establishments are so great. View is wonderful too. There are no weird neighbors like Dana point. Everyone is dolled up to ear and best behaving. Depression is nowhere near here. A nice location definitely.”

“Great service & always top notch with all the beverages & food!”

“Great service, amazing atmosphere and delicious food.”

“So much fun! Came here for my birthday and they did everything right- food, ambiance, staff, etc”

“It was our first time here
It was more than our expectation
Food was delicious, you could taste home made food
The pastry was fresh and you could taste good ingredients
Service was also great
We really enjoyed our meal
Thank you”

“My wife and I just had our valentine date over Galpao Gaucho. Even with a full house and overwhelming amount of work for the staff everything was extremely good. The hosts, waiters & gauchos were very kind and quick to serve us, the food was delicious. Alti went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. We’re definitely coming back!!”

“Selanne Steak Tavern was recommended by our Realtor upon moving to South OC a couple of years ago. Finally went, and it didn't disappoint! Waitstaff were superb, and the food was phenomenal! We will be back.”

“Came here on a date with my boyfriend and received excellent customer service. The food was so flavorful and there’s so many snacks and dessert options when you’re done with the meal. I’ll definitely be coming back :)”

“Great food made with European influence. Appetizers were light and made with care, enjoyed the beef tartare, duck confit spring rolls. The duck breast was tender and delicious. Will definitely return for another meal.”

“Sandy was incredible! So polite, so well trained about the menu and all my questions. Pleasant! The food was very good.

Vegetarian options: Loved the vegetarian options!”

“Don't listen to the lonely negative review! I get my bowl made to my preference every time (unlike Craig Peters' post below). The staff ALWAYS respects my request to substitute blueberries for strawberries due to allergic reactions. Delicious and healthy, and never a hassle.”

“I had an amazing dining experience at Halalglu Turkish Restaurant in Costa Mesa. Not only is the food authentic, fresh, and bursting with flavor, but the staff is truly incredible! From the moment we walked in, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality. The team was attentive, friendly, and went above and beyond to make sure our dining experience was perfect.

Every dish was cooked to perfection. The spices and fresh ingredients brought out the best in every bite. The atmosphere was welcoming and cozy, making it a great spot for any occasion.

As a halal restaurant, it’s also a top choice for those looking for delicious and quality halal options. I highly recommend Halalglu to anyone in Costa Mesa looking for outstanding Turkish cuisine and impeccable service. I’ll definitely be returning!”

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“Not a big fan of the TikTok music but other than that, the whole store felt very welcoming and Caitlyn was super nice and friendly. I wasn’t sure if what I wanted but she helped me find the right choices. Definitely coming back :)”

“Ate at the Jamboree location in Tustin and cashier Ali was courteous, kind, knowledgeable and very helpful in helping us understand the menu options. Even offered a couple samples to make sure we ordered something we’d enjoy. Great customer service!”

“It is the best açaí in OC.😉💪🏿💪🏾💪🏻”

“The best açaí I’ve ever had. And I’m from Brazil and know what a good and authentic açaí is! And the service at this place is outstanding! Our attendant Bryan was very kind and attentive with our order! Loved it! Thank you!”

“Not every croissant, Danish , or French bread are equal in life.
And you realize this the moment you take a bite of what this place makes. Everything is just leveled up.”

“It is the best açaí in OC.😉💪🏿💪🏾💪🏻”

“Great service, authentic Italian food”

“The best place to try Bosnian food! I can’t pick one favorite, from cevapi to pizza to pita , this food taste like homemade. All employees are nice and friendly, but the owner is an amazing human being, so humble and approachable, honest and relatable, love chatting with him every time we visit Cali, which is usually 2-3 times a year and we make sure we eat lunch and dinner at Sofra Urbana every day. See you soon! Can’t wait for the most delicious Bosnian food on the west side of the United States.”

“For reference, I usually don’t like coffee and generally prefer tea as a drink. That being said, I come here semi-often for roasted beans as gifts for other people, and the service is A+++ immaculate every time. I’m not knowledgeable about coffee beans but the workers will gladly answer any of your questions about the myriad of beans they have on display. They’ll also roast the beans for you, which will take about ~10 minutes or so.

I’ve also had one of their iced coffees and I loved the taste (though caffeine makes me hyper so I usually don’t drink anything with it that much). Highly highly recommend!!!”

“Great local owner Mario’s there behind the counter most every day, welcoming his loyal customers.

They offer some of the best sandwiches that you could find along with a great collection of outstanding meats from their high-end butcher shop.

The steak sandwich there is incredible, but their daily specials will always be delicious.”

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

“Decided to stop here for a burrito before a long work day and was delighted with this place! I came 10 minutes late to pick up my order and they waited for me to get there before putting the ice in my coffee. The breakfast burrito I am almost confident is one of the best I've had. I will certainly be back!”