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608 Dahlia, Newport Beach, CA

608 Dahlia

4.8 (2146)
$31 to $50
American
2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625

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2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Executive Chef Jessica Roy brings her fresh interpretation and style to Garden and Farm-to-Table cuisine right inside the botanical oasis that is Sherman Library and Gardens. Daily pickings from the Gardens and local farms populate the ever changing seasonal menu that highlights the best and most flavorful ingredients of the season. Look for ingredients at their peak, stunning edible blooms and herbs right from the Sherman grounds, and cuisine that is nothing short of inspired and delicious. .

Please note: we are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5.00 per person admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization), who maintain the sweeping panoramic views that our diners get to enjoy! Come for the food and stay for the views (and insta-worthy pics).

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jessica Roy
  • Catering
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
  • Private party facilities
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Cross Street
    MacArthur and PCH
  • Parking details
    Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • Food and Fashion Show

    US$79.30 per person

    Prepaid

    30 May 2025 only
    Enjoy the evolution of Food and Fashion! On Friday May 30th 1pm-4pm we will be combining exquisite cuisine with a stunning fashion show. Your ticket of $65 (+tax and gratuity) will include a Garden side lunch (menu below), admission to Sherman Library and Gardens, and a table-side fashion show presented by CDOBBS. Menu: Buttermilk Chive and Gruyere Biscuit with house whipped butter and orange blossom honey Dahlia Salad with Grilled Chicken (mixed greens, strawberries, dates, goat cheese, fresh herbs, toasted sunflower seeds, balsamic reduction, lemon poppy vinaigrette) Dessert Duo of flourless chocolate torte and almond lemon tart Yuzu Lychee Spritz (non-alcoholic) Additional menu items and alcoholic beverages will be available a la carte for an additional charge. Timeline: 1pm Guest Arrival 1:30pm Lunch served Garden side 2pm Fashion Show 4pm Event End For questions regarding this experience, or to notify us about dietary restrictions, please email reservations@608dahlia.com.
    Food and Fashion Show photo

What 2,146 people are saying

608 Dahlia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Orange County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Orange County

    American

  • South Orange County

    Healthy

  • South Orange County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • South Orange County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
608 Dahlia offers an enchanting dining experience in a "beautiful garden setting." Guests rave about the "incredible food," with Chef Jessica's creations being both "delicious and artistically prepared." The "biscuits are a must" and the "service is friendly and welcoming." Ideal for special occasions, this spot promises "exceptional" ambiance and cuisine.
2,146 Reviews
  1. Jerry VIP

    Los Angeles16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Jessica, Orange County Business Journal Chef of the Year 2025, created an amazing evening event of Pasoliva olive oil tasting starting with a special cocktail with drops of a special balsamic vinegar, served with or without alcohol. Next she introduced her new incredible biscuits, an amazingly refreshing salad of cucumbers, tomatoes, and mozzarella balls with pesto sauce with olive oil, a main course choice of fish or meat, and a delicious olive oil cake with the most amazing whipped cream and Strawberry Rhubarb puree that I've ever tasted. Be sure to sign up for her newsletter to receive notice of future events. 608 Dahlia is the most delightful "hidden" restaurant in Orange County. I love introducing locals who have never been to Sherman Library and Gardens, to the best restaurant in the county!

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  2. Deborah VIP

    Orange County21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful experience. Chef Jessica is very creative and serves up all her dishes with thoughtful preparation resulting in delicious results.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my third time dining at 608 Dahlia, and each visit has been absolutely unforgettable. I first came for my surprise birthday lunch, then again this past Valentine’s Day, and today we celebrated my mom’s birthday and I truly can’t say enough about how special every visit has been. Valentine’s Day was magical! the atmosphere was romantic and intimate with live harp music that set the perfect tone. The food, as always, was incredible, fresh, beautifully plated, and clearly crafted with love, much of it sourced right from the garden. What made it even more special were the personal conversations we had with the chef, it’s rare to experience that kind of hospitality and care. Today, for my mom’s birthday, they went above and beyond once again. They surprised her with a beautiful rose and a handwritten note from the chef. It’s those thoughtful, personal touches that make 608 Daliah truly stand out. Oh, and I have to mention the biscuits…absolutely unbelievable. Flaky, buttery, and so addictive that we honestly could’ve made a meal out of just those. 608 Daliah has become a go-to for meaningful occasions in my life, and I can’t wait to return again.

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  4. Denise VIP

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very beautiful place to have lunch. Food was ok but quiche was burnt a bit and overcooked.

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  5. Jan VIP

    Las Vegas20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food. The butternut squash soup was outstanding, as was the quiche. Unfortunately, no pictures. Excellent service. Will definitely return.
    608 DahliaResponded 2 days ago
    Jan, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and service provided; we really appreciate it! We look forward to seeing you on your next visit.

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  6. Sarah

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience at Dahlia. Our first time. It happened to be a rainy day but they made all the accommodations to make all of their guests comfortable.
    608 DahliaResponded 2 days ago
    Sarah, thank you so much for your review and compliments on your dining experience with us; we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.

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  7. Elena VIP

    Orange County5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 24 April 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    The quiche was way undercooked unfortunately. And our waiter was super rude and literally threw the sweetener on our table after I had to ask for it three times. Very disappointed.
    608 DahliaResponded 2 days ago
    Elena, thank you so much for your review and comments on your dining experience with us; we really appreciate it. We sincerely apologize for the poor service given on your visit. We have very high standards for all of our staff, and it is truly disappointing to hear of this kind of attitude and behavior. We will definitely address this with our staff. We do hope that you will visit us again and that you will be delighted with your dining experience.

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  8. Laurel

    Orange County5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 24 April 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    BEAUTIFUL.setting. Quite crowded, so the service was a bit slow. In our group of 5, 2 people waited over 30 minutes for their drink. 4 of us ordered salads. They were difficult to eat with all sizes of lettuce etc. Not as tasty as the menu made them sound. 1 person ordered lamb. She said it was delicious. We will try this beautiful place again. This might have been an off day.
    608 DahliaResponded 2 days ago
    Laurel, thank you so much for your review and feedback about your dining experience with us; we really appreciate it! We apologize that the service provided was not to our high standards; we will address that with our staff. We are sorry to hear that you did not enjoy the salads that were ordered by several people in your group. Those are usually a guest favorite, so we will follow up with our kitchen staff about that matter. We appreciate that you are willing to give us another try, and hope that you will be delighted with your next dining experience with us.

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  9. Doreen

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a busy place, but the setting was beautiful, food was delicious, and the staff was friendly and kind. Enjoyed meeting the chef- very gracious!
    608 DahliaResponded 2 days ago
    Doreen, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and service provided; we really appreciate it! We hope you will visit us again soon.

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  10. Martha

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great setting, delicious drinks and food. Outstanding biscuits!!
    608 DahliaResponded 2 days ago
    Martha, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and specialty beverages; we really appreciate it! We hope you will visit us again soon.

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608 Dahlia is rated 4.8 stars by 2146 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 33 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 608 Dahlia

2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    MacArthur and PCH
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jessica Roy
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
  • Private party facilities
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.
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