Five Crowns

4.6

6504 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

24 Dec 2024

23:30

Booked 42 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

Thank you for choosing the Five Crowns, a beautiful replica of one of England's oldest country inns in beautiful Corona del Mar. Dress code is casual. Should your plans change or if you are running late, please let us know. The award-winning food, wine list, exceptional service and unmistakable style that have made Five Crowns a dining legend since 1965 awaits you. We look forward to your visit.

Covid Terms: Face masks are no longer needed.
Gifts: If you are exchanging gifts, we politely ask that you do so in the parking lot instead of inside the restaurant. Thank you.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, British, Steakhouse
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 760-0331
Website
http://www.thefivecrowns.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Matthew Luna
Catering
We can design a special menu for your occasion. Please call Sales and Marketing at (949) 760-1115 or arobbins@lawrysonline.com for menu descriptions.
Private party facilities
Five Crowns offers one of the most unique settings in the Orange County area. The interior has the warmth and inviting atmosphere of an English country home with a fireplace in each of our private dining rooms. Our highly sought after outdoor garden and patio are ideal for wedding receptions. (Garden is tented with heaters in winter months.)

Location
3801 East Coast Highway, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
Area
Corona del Mar
Cross Street
Poppy
Parking details
Street parking is also available.
Public transit
Pacific Coast Highway and Poppy on the #1 Bus.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Popular dishes

Pride of the CrownsUS$14.00
butter lettuce, bacon, toasted walnuts, Gruyère, croûtons, herbes de Provence dressing
Classic Caesar SaladUS$16.00
little gems, Parmigiano-Reggiano, croûtons
Oysters on the Half Shell - sixUS$25.00
cocktail sauce, horseradish, lemon
Oysters on the Half Shell - twelveUS$49.00
cocktail sauce, horseradish, lemon
Lobster BisqueUS$16.00
croûtons, chives
Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$23.00
classic cocktail sauce, lemon
Prime Rib ChiliUS$14.00
three-way onions

Lawry's Prime Ribs of Beef

The roasted prime rib that first made Lawry's famous in 1938, a preparation passed down through four generations. Includes au jus, Yorkshire pudding, organic whipped cream horseradish and choice of two: Lawry's creamed corn, Lawry's creamed spinach (creamed spinach contains pork), mashed potatoes

California CutUS$46.00
6 oz., for lighter appetites
Crown CutUS$65.00
10 oz., our standard
Henry VIIIUS$79.00
16 oz.

Mains

Piri Piri ChickenUS$36.00
half of a Jidori chicken, mashed Idaho® potatoes, charred broccolini, grilled lemon
Colorado Rack of Lamb US$65.00
vadouvan baby carrots, parsley, parmesan-mint salad, lamb jus
Chilean Sea BassUS$59.00
cauliflower purée and florets, hazelnut brown butter
Roasted Duck BreastUS$51.00
braised red cabbage, duck fat potatoes, cranberry port reduction
Filet NeptuneUS$76.00
mashed potatoes, asparagus, crabmeat, béarnaise
Japanese EggplantUS$32.00
shiitake xo sauce, miso butternut squash, charred maitake mushroom, fried chickpeas
Ora King SalmonUS$50.00
mashed potatoes, green beans, citrus beurre blanc

Accompaniments

Creamed CornUS$9.00
Creamed SpinachUS$9.00
Green BeansUS$15.00
AsparagusUS$12.00
French FriesUS$7.00
Mashed Idaho PotatoesUS$9.00
Stilcheddar Mac & CheeseUS$14.00
Sauteed Wild MushroomsUS$14.00

Dessert

Traditional English TrifleUS$14.00
Sticky Toffee Bread PuddingUS$16.00
dates, butterscotch caramel
Sticky Toffee Bread PuddingUS$19.00
à la mode

What 6,504 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Five Crowns offers a "wonderful dining experience" with its "excellent food and service," making it perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "best prime rib in Orange County" and the "comfortable ambiance." While some mention service inconsistencies, the restaurant's charm and classic atmosphere consistently delight patrons.

6,505 Reviews

E
Estlin
VIP
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was exceptional. We didn't get the table we usually want but we made reservations late on Christmas Eve and didn't specify. Food was great, service and drinks were outstanding as usual!
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Jackie
VIP
Orange County
24 reviews
4.0
24 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Five Crowns was bustling tonite for Christmas Eve so service was a little slower than usual but still good. Enjoyed the carolers...very festive!
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KathrynS
VIP
Phoenix
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great everything, especially our server Adali— thank you!
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Chris
VIP
Orange County
104 reviews
4.0
104 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
7th Christmas Eve dinner but this time food was really disappointing. Wilted sad salad. Rubbery duck. Creme brulee that tasted like scrambled eggs with soggy brulee. Lamb, prime rib, cocktails, and service was great though.
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Peter
VIP
Orange County
101 reviews
5.0
101 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great anniversary celebration with 10 family members.
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Karl
VIP
Orange County
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Five Crowns Corona Del Mar has lost some of its luster from days gone by. Food is good. Service is friendly, not refined. Attention seems to be given more to operation of the restaurant than to diner experience. Festive Christmas holiday atmosphere prevails.
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Tom
VIP
Central Coast
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the carolers and the Christmas theme!! So awesome
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Shelley
Orange County
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Restaurant Review: 5 Crowns, Corona del Mar, Ca I recently dined at 5 Crowns with high hopes, given its reputation and charming ambiance for the holiday season. While the food itself was quite good, the overall experience left much to be desired, primarily due to the service. I made a reservation for 7:30 PM and arrived with my guest early, a 93-year-old senior. Despite being a party of two and ordering nothing particularly complex, we didn’t leave the restaurant until after 10 PM. This was a frustratingly long wait, especially as we watched other tables who arrived after us finish their meals and leave while we were still waiting for ours. The most disappointing part was the lack of communication or acknowledgment from the staff. At no point did management—apologize for the delay and the delay was later blamed on the lamb (which Om not buying) For a restaurant of this caliber, I would have expected far better. Afterall this isnt their first rodeo. While the food was enjoyable, the excessively long wait overshadowed the quality of the meal. Dining here should be about the full experience, not just the food, and unfortunately, that part was lacking. I’m hesitant to return, especially if bringing another elderly guest who deserves a more respectful and accommodating experience.
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Peggy
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Five Crowns was beautifully decorated for Christmas and had Carolers singing for each table. It was magical. The menu was limited because of the holiday, but with enough variety for everyone. If you like Prime Rib, you won't be disappointed.
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Joshua
VIP
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience upstairs this holiday season. The food was terrific, wonderful staff, and we enjoyed the white table cloth dining upstairs had to offer, which was reminiscent of the older days of The Five Crowns before it became more casual to accommodate the masses. I live down the street and I look forward to dining here more frequently after this most recent dinner.
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FAQs

Five Crowns offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 760-0331.

Five Crowns is rated 4.6 stars by 6504 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

24 Dec 2024

23:30

Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

3801 East Coast Highway, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Poppy
Area
Corona del Mar
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, British, Steakhouse
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street parking is also available.
Public transit
Pacific Coast Highway and Poppy on the #1 Bus.
Payment Options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Matthew Luna
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.thefivecrowns.com/
Phone number
(949) 760-0331
Catering
We can design a special menu for your occasion. Please call Sales and Marketing at (949) 760-1115 or arobbins@lawrysonline.com for menu descriptions.
Private party facilities
Five Crowns offers one of the most unique settings in the Orange County area. The interior has the warmth and inviting atmosphere of an English country home with a fireplace in each of our private dining rooms. Our highly sought after outdoor garden and patio are ideal for wedding receptions. (Garden is tented with heaters in winter months.)

Five Crowns

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

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Prime Rib Chili

Lobster Bisque

Filet Neptune

Starters

Pride of the CrownsUS$14.00

Classic Caesar SaladUS$16.00

Oysters on the Half Shell - sixUS$25.00

Oysters on the Half Shell - twelveUS$49.00

Lobster BisqueUS$16.00

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$23.00

Prime Rib ChiliUS$14.00

Lawry's Prime Ribs of Beef

California CutUS$46.00

Crown CutUS$65.00

Henry VIIIUS$79.00

Mains

Piri Piri ChickenUS$36.00

Colorado Rack of Lamb US$65.00

Chilean Sea BassUS$59.00

Roasted Duck BreastUS$51.00

Filet NeptuneUS$76.00

Japanese EggplantUS$32.00

Ora King SalmonUS$50.00

Accompaniments

Creamed CornUS$9.00

Creamed SpinachUS$9.00

Green BeansUS$15.00

AsparagusUS$12.00

French FriesUS$7.00

Mashed Idaho PotatoesUS$9.00

Stilcheddar Mac & CheeseUS$14.00

Sauteed Wild MushroomsUS$14.00

Dessert

Traditional English TrifleUS$14.00

Sticky Toffee Bread PuddingUS$16.00

Sticky Toffee Bread PuddingUS$19.00

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Make a booking

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Dining areas

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