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A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA

A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd

4.8
4.8
1940 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
Since 1922 The Arches has been the destination for fine dining in Newport Beach. Known for it’s amazing steak and seafood menu It is a place where celebrities and local customers can dine in privacy. With grand renovations and its rebirth as A Restaurant this landmark will once again be a haven for classic culinary experiences. Chef Roberto Gomez and wine director Steven Ackad have created a perfect alchemy with their creations.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 650-6505
  • Website
    http://www.arestaurantnb.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Gomez
  • Private party facilities
    A Restaurant features 2 private dining rooms. One is an intimate space equipped with a flatscreen TV and curtains for privacy and can accommodate 16 to 20 people. Our larger private dining room also features curtains for privacy and direct washroom access and can accommodate 45 to 55 people. Financial Minimums are required.

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What 1,940 people are saying

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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Orange County

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
A Restaurant on Newport Blvd offers a "classic old-school steakhouse vibe" with "amazing food" and "incredible service." Guests rave about the "perfect martinis" and "exceptional appetizers." While some find it "very, very loud," the ambiance transports diners to a nostalgic era. Ask for Steven or Staci for an unforgettable experience!

1,940 Reviews

  1. Alan

    VIP

    Orange County

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good. Had some cheese and meats to start and the board was very well presented. Our server, Staci and her support staff were spot on throughout dinner. I would also recommend leaving room for dessert. Looks of great choices to share.

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  2. tracy

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A Favorite spot and always a great meal, great service and atmosphere. Iconic restaurant

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  3. Leanne

    VIP

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The back room is always so loud! Hard to have a convo

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  4. Julie

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A Restaurant was quite lively. It's been a few years since I've been there, and I was happy to see it hadn't changed visually. We ordered the rib eye and new york strip. We ordered sides and desert. For four of us, we each shared the entrees, and we had food left over. Our server, Cesar, was awesome! The portions were great! I will definitely go back.

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  5. Todd

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dining experience with our out of town guests that joined us. The food & drink was wonderful & our server, Steven, took amazing care of us. Can’t wait until our next visit!

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  6. Stefanie

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the best time at A! The server remembered we were celebrating a birthday and brought out a complimentary dessert too! Thank you!

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  7. Kari

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fun place to be around the holidays. Moody atmosphere, great cocktails, and fabulous food!

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  8. Diana

    VIP

    Orange County

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 11 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious food, attentive service from the moment you walk through the door!

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  9. Thomas

    Central Coast

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    This was pretty neutral experience, a one and done. The layout of the room caused it to be extremely loud to the point of we were unable to have a normal conversation at the table. The Server was good but rushed. The food was just ok. Seemed to have cooled of and the dish’s came out at different times. The appetizer was served last and cold. Scallops were just under done. The table setting was very crowded for 4 dinners it was like a jigsaw puzzle trying to eat. My biggest issue was the 2.5 % service fee for employee benefits. That was a thing during Covid (maybe). My solution is and always will be is to deduct the fee from the tip. On a $600 dinner for the four that is a lot. I personally would prefer the menu price be raised and not feel taken advantage of…All four dinner have dined all over the world and agree the overall experience was lacking.

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  10. tracey

    VIP

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere! Beautiful restaurant! Delicious food and excellent service!!

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FAQs

A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 650-6505.

A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd is rated 4.8 stars by 1940 OpenTable diners.

A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd

3334 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Additional information

  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Gomez
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Website
    http://www.arestaurantnb.com/
  • Phone number
    (949) 650-6505
  • Private party facilities
    A Restaurant features 2 private dining rooms. One is an intimate space equipped with a flatscreen TV and curtains for privacy and can accommodate 16 to 20 people. Our larger private dining room also features curtains for privacy and direct washroom access and can accommodate 45 to 55 people. Financial Minimums are required.

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