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Best Restaurants for People Watching in Newport Beach

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A photo of Palmilla Newport Beach Cocina y Tequila restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(106)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Newport Beach
Booked 27 times today
Palmilla Cocina Y Tequila features home-style Mexican cuisine featuring the freshest seafood and the finest cuts of beef, along with an amazing selection of premium tequilas, mezcals and globally inspired wines. Both Palmilla Hermosa Beach and Palmilla Newport Beach feature lovely outdoor patio areas, perfect for soaking up the sea breezes from the Pacific ocean just footsteps away. Palmilla’s sophisticated, yet inviting dining rooms showcase imported, custom-made furniture and decor that transports guests to Mexico’s luxurious coastal landscapes. When dining at Palmilla, you will feel as if you’ve been transported to an upscale boutique hotel in beautiful Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, which is where much of the inspiration of the design came from.
A photo of The Country Club - Costa Mesa restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(614)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newport Beach
Booked 6 times today
**Please note we are a 21 and over establishment, sorry, no minors!Our building has been a haven for good conversations and libations for over 60 years, and we’re proud to carry on the tradition. We invite you to sit back, relax with a drink in hand, and enjoy the sights, sounds, and pleasing aromas of your very own “exclusive” club.Voted #6 Yelp's Top Brunch in California, LA Times Best Of Southland: Orange CountyOrange County Register: Best Bar 2021Steakhouse, Homemade Fresh Pastas, Craft cocktails, Brunch, Bottomless Mimosas, Casual / Fine dinning, Night Club, Bottle Service, Dancing, Day Party, Private Events, Corporate Events, DJ, Live Entertainment, Cozy Fireplace, Patio Dinning, Intimate Setting, Girls Night Out, Date Night, Single Ladies, New American, Steaks, Birthday dinner, Breakfast, Sunday Day Party, Sunday Brunch, DJ, Dancing, Secret Menu, Speakeasy, Friday Night Club, Saturday Nightclub, Girls Brunch, Bachelorette Party
A photo of Great Maple - Fashion Island restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2073)
Price: Moderate
• American • Newport Beach
Booked 31 times today
With stylish, midcentury modern-inspired spaces, Great Maple serves elevated American comfort food made from scratch with the highest quality of seasonal and sustainably sourced ingredients. A full bar and unique All-Day Menu allow customers to order brunch, lunch, dinner, and craft cocktails at any time of day.
A photo of Sushi Roku - Newport Beach restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1279)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Newport Beach
Booked 32 times today
Sushi Roku combines the finest, freshest fish from pristine waters around the globe with the kind of artistry that can only be provided by a mature sushi chef ensuring superlative traditional sushi, together with a splash of California innovation. Sushi Roku is a pioneer of contemporary sushi, incorporating diverse, non-traditional ingredients from Latin America (e.g. jalapeños) and Europe (e.g. olive oil) into its edible works of art. This unique culinary experience that bridges past and present is the result of an eagerness to embrace new ideas and a profound respect for tradition. Sushi Roku’s bold and diverse menu also offers an array of hot and cold specialty appetizers and an extensive selection of exotic entrées.
A photo of Lighthouse Cafe restaurant
4.4
Awesome(563)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Newport Beach
Booked 4 times today
A beautiful waterfront restaurant located in the heart of Marina Park on Newport Beach's Balboa Peninsula. With indoor, outdoor and roof top deck seating with unobstructed views of Newport Harbor. Marina Park offers a family friendly walking park, kids play area, fitness circuit and a 120 foot boat dock. For large groups, feel free to call the restaurant!
A photo of The Quiet Woman restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1534)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Corona del Mar
Booked 11 times today
Serving Dinner Tuesday - Saturday from 5 pm. Music Tuesday & Wednesday 8 - 11. Thursday. Friday. Saturday 9-12:15
A photo of Rothschild's Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1707)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Newport Beach
Booked 17 times today
Rothschild's has been the cornerstone of Corona Del Mar for over 40 years. It has been family owned since early conception and has become a place where our customers and staff have come to call home.
A photo of Javier's Crystal Cove restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(102)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Newport Beach
Booked 299 times today
Artistically designed with unique sculptures, Javier's Crystal Cove provides guests with ocean views in a cozy, contemporary atmosphere to enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine. It opened its doors in 2008 on Newport Beach and is conveniently close to the Crystal Cove Shopping Center. This restaurant offers guests an upscale dining experience with such entrees as the Maine lobster enchilada topped with Monterey jack cheese and grilled chicken breasts braised in chipotle sauce. Javier's Crystal Cove serves a variety of fresh seafood dishes, appetizers and delicious desserts. It has a full bar that features numerous tequilas, cocktails, beers and wine. Javier's Crystal Cove also offers outdoor dining. It accepts reservations over the phone and online.
A photo of Mastro's Ocean Club - Newport Beach restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(8564)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Newport Beach
Booked 97 times today
Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.
A photo of Bluefin Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1205)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Newport Beach
Booked 20 times today
Classic and creative sushi, sashimi and other Japanese dishes, many showing international influences, in a stylish contemporary setting, from Nobu Matsuhisa alumnus Takashi Abe.

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  • Tammi
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Very courteous and upbeat waitress, food served in very timely manner and each came out nice and hot and tasted great, the ambiance inside and out was spectacular- overall great place for dining with amazing views!
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    Lighthouse CafePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Newport Beach
    4.4
  • rofelinavip
    Orange County •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Had their famous maple bacon doughnut, it’s delicious. I ordered the maple pecan crusted salmon and it’s tender. I love their truffle fries. The ambiance is great for family and date night. Our server is attentive and very knowledgeable of the menu.
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    Great Maple - Fashion IslandPrice: Moderate• American• Newport Beach
    4.4
  • Alan
    Vancouver / British Columbia •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The food and service are amazing! The best part of our visits to Roku at Fashion Island is the welcome we receive from Juney the Manager. He makes one feel that he’s welcoming guests to his home with a warm greeting and a friendly chat. He’s always appreciative that we have come to Roku and makes one feel as if we’re part of his family. An amazing guy! His staff speak so highly of him and it’s clear that he’s created a great workplace environment to work. I recommend that when you’re in Newport Beach you visit Roku and see and taste for yourself!
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    Sushi Roku - Newport BeachPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Newport Beach
    4.7
  • Natalie
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    I ALWAYS love my experience at Country Club. The food is fantastic and the vibe is perfect. Sometimes it can feel like you are being rushed a bit to pay and leave, but other than that, it really is a great time.
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    The Country Club - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• American• Newport Beach
    4.6
  • Timvip
    Orange County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Oct 2024
    Angelina was great! All employees we enter acted with were amazing. We will be back
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    Palmilla Newport Beach Cocina y TequilaPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Newport Beach
    4.8
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