A+O Restaurant | Bar

4.7

351 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 11 times today

Great for scenic views
Great for outdoor dining
Good for special occasions

A+O Restaurant | Bar, Balboa Bay Resort’s waterfront restaurant and bar featuring casual California cuisine, is the place to enjoy food and drinks with friends and family. Featuring expertly crafted cocktails, local brews, and shareable plates, the restaurant’s nautical inspiration reflects the Bayfront setting. Guests can enjoy casual indoor and outdoor seating, including fire pits and live entertainment.

We accept reservations of all sizes. On special holidays, your table will be reserved for 1 hour 30 minutes for parties up to 2; 2 hours for parties up to 6; and 2 hours 30 minutes for parties up to 7+.

Please call the restaurant (949) 6304285 for parties over 4 guests for individualized service. We offer a large party menu serving (14-36) guests please call (949) 630-4283.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 630-4285
Website
https://www.balboabayresort.com/restaurant/a-o-restaurant-bar/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Executive Chef
Prabeen Prathapan
Private party facilities
Private patio available for large parties.

Location
1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Area
Newport Beach
Cross Street
Dover
Parking details
Complimentary Valet Parking with restaurant validation. Hourly self parking rates.
Entertainment
Live Entertainment on Friday & Saturday evenings.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Offers

Tequila Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 14:00 - 17:00
Enjoy Tequila vibes and coastal tides when you join us for Tequila Happy Hour Monday – Thursday 2p-5p. Enjoy 25% off all tequilas and tequila cocktails.

What 351 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Orange County
Contemporary American
South Orange County
Great for brunch
South Orange County
Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

A+O Restaurant | Bar offers a "great bite and fantastic views" of the bay, making it an ideal spot for waterfront dining. Guests rave about the "superb venue and outstanding entertainment," with live music adding to the vibrant atmosphere. "Food and service were outstanding," and the location is a "beautiful spot to have dinner." Perfect for enjoying the harbor views, it's a place "we look forward to returning soon."

351 Reviews

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holly
Orange County
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome 😎 ambience, and great food! manager and service excellent.
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Lisa
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great but a little noisy and service started out slow
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Pamela
Orange County
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 7 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat outside and the afternoon was perfect as was the service and food!! THANK YOU FOR.A BEAUTIFUL DAY!!
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time!! One of our favorite places!!! Todd & Karen Young
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Raquel
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and atmosphere definitely would go back
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VickiM
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First post-season playoff game Dodgers v. Padres so it was a little noisy in the bar and we were seated indoors as it was foggy and breezy outside. Water came in quickly, server asked about drinks soon after and we were treated to a great evening from then on. Surprised with the fried deviled eggs appetizer (really good) and our individual meals were very tasty and plated well. Dessert choice of peach cobbler,Ii expected a bit more than the small bit in a ramekin, but the ice cream made it special. All in all a really good experience.
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Juliane
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and great ambiance! A happy find, last minute! The burger was great and the lighting and firepits on the patio were perfect.
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Brett
Boise
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 4 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Some of the best service I’ve had in a long time. Party of 4 on the patio, cool night but heaters made it comfortable. Food was very good, from apps to dessert but the attentive and knowledgeable service made the night.
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Janice
Los Angeles
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 2 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food, service and ambiance was all great. We ordered fish tacos as the ever-popular fish and chips had disappeared from the menu, strange as beer battered cod featured in the fish tacos and of course they have fries!
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Chris
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great evening as always at A+O! Date night with the wifey. Our server Deanna was excellent. We ordered espresso martini’s from the bar and they were spot on. Sunset Roll sushi was so good. Highly recommend! Filet for our dinner entree was cooked just right. Manager Chris came by our table to ensure that we were being well taken care of. Live music was a bonus. We are local and this is one of our favorite spots to dine. Enjoying the harbor views and beautiful boats is a bonus.
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A+O Restaurant | Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 351 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

23 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 11 times today

1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Additional information

Cross Street
Dover
Area
Newport Beach
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Seafood, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Complimentary Valet Parking with restaurant validation. Hourly self parking rates.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Prabeen Prathapan
Entertainment
Live Entertainment on Friday & Saturday evenings.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Website
https://www.balboabayresort.com/restaurant/a-o-restaurant-bar/
Phone number
(949) 630-4285
Private party facilities
Private patio available for large parties.

A+O Restaurant | Bar

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Additional information

Offers

Tequila Happy Hour

Menu

What 351 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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