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1. RH Ocean Grill at RH Newport Beach
4.6
Exceptional(736)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Newport Beach
Booked 328 times today
The RH Ocean Grill is located on the rooftop of RH Newport Beach, The Gallery at Fashion Island. Enjoy a menu of seafood and caviar specialties, along with a selection of signature salads and classics from our hearth. Dine in a year-round skylit garden with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers, a cascading center fountain and panoramic views of the California coastline.
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2. North Italia – Irvine
4.6
Exceptional(5572)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irvine
Booked 161 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
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3. Ocean 48 - Newport
4.9
Exceptional(944)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Newport Beach
Booked 167 times today
The Ocean 48 menu is designed with fresh seafood and quality ingredients in mind. The Mastros provide ultra-grade seafood, salmon, lobster, crab, oysters and more. Much of the menu is served a la carte, letting each guest personalize their experience. Ocean 48 is seafood reinvented in a vibrant upscale atmosphere specializing in world-class seafood & great steaks. Different than anything we have done in the past, the fine dining atmosphere blends dramatic and intimate settings. At the core of Ocean 48 is chef sourced, highest graded sustainable fresh seafood from around from the world, enhanced with unique and interesting appetizers and side dishes that go beyond the traditional seafood menu. Newport's best seafood & romantic restaurant.
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4. Andrei's Conscious Cuisine & Cocktails
4.8
Exceptional(1985)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Irvine
Booked 6 times today
Andrei's Conscious Cuisine & Cocktails stands out with its creative Californian cuisine. Their menu is crafted with locally sourced, sustainably farmed ingredients. Reviewers rave about the 'outstanding', 'eclectic' and 'innovative' food. The menu offers a unique dish like 'Bread & Herb Oil', which suggests a creative twist to regular bread and olive oil.
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5. Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens
4.8
Exceptional(11854)
Price: Expensive
• American • Corona del Mar
Booked 189 times today
We are excited for your visit, and welcome you to experience our beautiful outdoor dining room in Newport Beach. That being said we are outdoors and encourage all guest to dress appropriate to the season. We have added a beautiful heated covered awning for the winter months. We offer blankets for sale that can be kept, or left behind and donated to a local charity we support. We will still be requesting a two hour dinning limit per visit.Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens offers the freshest, locally sourced , seasonal farm-to-fork cuisine paired with exclusive wines and craft cocktails and beers. Located on a seven acre home and garden center in the heart of beautiful Corona del Mar, Farmhouse provides a dining experience that cannot be replicated anywhere else and can be quite romantic. What sets us apart is the unparalleled beauty of Rogers Gardens combined perfectly with a unique cuisine created by Chef Rich Mead.
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6. Warehouse 72 - Irvine
4.2
Awesome(99)
Price: Expensive
• American • Irvine
Booked 9 times today
Located in Orange County’s Hyatt Regency Irvine, Warehouse 72 is an elevated, upscale restaurant and bar concept featuring Modern American cuisine with 3-hour validated parking or $9 hotel valet for 4 hours. Now Open, Warehouse 72’s 6,200-square-foot dining space is anchored by a 30-foot 3D digital art installation and features a massive indoor-outdoor bar, expansive patio, lounge areas, and private dining rooms. Inspired by the 68th Angel of Healing, the restaurant was conceptualized to captivate and entertain guests in an environment that invites guests to relax and soak in the scenic beauty of Southern California. Once open, Warehouse 72 is open seven days a week for happy hour, dinner, and late night. Reserve your table today! For more information, visit warehouse72.com.
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7. JOEY Newport Beach
4.8
Exceptional(673)
Price: Moderate
• American • Newport Beach
Booked 238 times today
JOEY Restaurants marries iconic hospitality with a handcrafted, locally and globally-inspired menu from award-winning chefs, to bring an unparalleled guest experience. In the heart of Orange County’s luxury shopping destination, Fashion Island, JOEY Newport Beach is an opulent oasis. The space features a gallery wall highlighting several hand-picked local artists and a unique Bocci light installation. Boasting 9,367 square feet, it includes an open patio which features a bar and retractable sections of roof, providing coverage and the ability to open to the day or evening sky. A large-scale outdoor fire pit offers guests an inviting lounge area, this space is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of well-deserved champagne fireside after a day of shopping.
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8. Habana - Costa Mesa
4.7
Exceptional(2870)
Price: Expensive
• Cuban • Costa Mesa
Booked 71 times today
Habana in Costa Mesa is praised for its creative Cuban cuisine. Reviews highlight the unique flavors, excellent service, and lively atmosphere. One reviewer appreciated the 'flavors of the Cuban cuisine' while another enjoyed the 'diverse menu'. The 'attention to detail' in dishes like the 'Taste of Habana' and 'empanadas' further testifies to the creativity of Habana's culinary team.
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9. Mastro's Steakhouse - Costa Mesa
4.7
Exceptional(8357)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Costa Mesa
Booked 91 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.
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10. Water Grill - South Coast Plaza
4.8
Exceptional(8514)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Costa Mesa
Booked 166 times today
Water Grill - South Coast Plaza is all about creative cuisine, offering a superior dining experience for more than 30 years. They source their seafood from local fishermen, ensuring first-of-the-season freshness. The seafood arrives at the table in a matter of hours, making each dish a true testament to culinary artistry. As one reviewer noted, 'each dish was carefully crafted with an impeccable balance of taste and presentation'. The restaurant also offers a unique and contemporary vibe, making it a standout in the area.
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