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Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach

4.7
4.7
972 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 18 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
Established in 1989, Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach is a culinary experience unique from any other. Owner and chef, Sal Maniaci, has brought his firsthand knowledge of Italian cuisine to Newport Beach. A genuine Mediterranean setting coupled with experienced and knowledgeable waiters add to Sapori's authenticity. The remodeled patio featuring a fireplace and outdoor heaters creates an intimate atmosphere perfect for romantic and warm outdoor dining. Signature dishes include penne otero, farfalle salmone, scalloppine gorgonzola, and several other original pasta and meat dishes. Traditional Italian appetizers and desserts such as calamari fritti and tiramisu and an excellent wine list complete the menu. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions, private parties, baby showers, and weddings

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 644-4220
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Salvatore Maniaci

What 972 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • South Orange County

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sapori Ristorante in Newport Beach is praised for its "excellent food and service," with many highlighting the "wonderful ambiance" and "consistently delicious" Italian cuisine. The patio dining is a favorite, featuring a "magical" atmosphere. Loyal patrons commend the "impeccable service" and "authentic Italian experience," making it a cherished local gem.

972 Reviews
  1. Ethan

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    I never thought I’d ever be the person to write a review after working in the restaurant industry for almost a decade, but truthfully, the only thing that saves this place was the ambiance, and I had to create an account to voice it. I took my girlfriend to celebrate our anniversary, with a note in our reservation to mention. Not once did we receive any acknowledgment of the event, and no setting was created to make this night feel special. Despite that, we trucked on, and continued to enjoy ourselves, looking forward to our dinner. The food was very bland and one-dimensional, from the antipasta, to our entrees, and our dry tiramisu, lacking what you would typically find within an upscale Italian restaurant. Its saving grace was the consistency of prosciutto, but that’s based on my sheer love for it. The service was also pretty lack luster, between getting simple silverware, checking up on how we like the food, and receiving refills on water. The only part of service that was quick were the glasses of wine and our check, as if they were trying to flip our table for the next set of guests. Ultimately, I will steer clear of this place for the remaining future, as well as warn everyone we know about the disappointment this place brings. It’s sad to see such a beautiful place in a rad location falter so hard. Never again.

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  2. Nick

    VIP

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always outstanding the food is always consistent. The service is impeccable. Haven’t been disappointed ever been going here for over 30 years.

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  3. Darrell

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful food and great service. Sapori is always tops on our list.

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  4. russell

    Orange County

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply the Best !!!! Everything was just perfect. Bravo !!!

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  5. Caryn

    VIP

    Orange County

    11 reviews

    2.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Absolutely not worth the money. Food was mediocre at best. Service mediocre as well. Never going back.

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  6. Robbie

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely amazing, dessert was also great. Loved the environment and will go back again in the future !

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  7. Jennifer

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food and wonderful service. Great chefs specials, wine lists and the homemade bread is unreal. Would definitely go back.

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  8. Jacob

    Orange County

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was horrible. Waiter didn’t show up for so long and never checked in on us at all.

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  9. Peter

    Orange County

    106 reviews

    5.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Valentine’s dinner with the love of my life.

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  10. Joe

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our experience was very good. I had the spaghetti with sausage and bell peppers. It was delicious! I highly recommend it

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FAQs

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 644-4220.

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach is rated 4.7 stars by 972 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
19:00
Booked 18 times today

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Google Map for Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach

1080 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Jamboree
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Salvatore Maniaci
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace
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