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Naked Buddha Roll - Starfish Newport, Newport Beach, CA

Starfish Newport

4.8
4.8
328 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Asian
191 Riverside Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92659

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2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 30 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for creative cocktails
Starfish comes to Newport Beach!

~ Intimate Seating | Sake & Wine Bar | Takeout & Kitchen ~


A tastefully provocative journey through the Coastlines of Asia.
Our menu is rooted in tradition, featuring classic dishes, translated for our modern palate. Discover over 70 shareable plates, paired with our exotic sake libations and extensive wine list, as we become your new beachside, neighborhood go-to. Indulge in our dedication to freshness, quality, ambiance and service.

We offer our full menu for takeout and delivery in partnership with DoorDash and UberEats. To place a pickup order please visit starfishcalifornia.com or call our team at 949.570.3990.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Sushi, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Omar Pineda
  • Catering
    A tastefully provocative group dining destination nestled off the Coast of Laguna Beach. This upscale beach vibe will transport your guests from the everyday bustle, as they relax and explore the flavors of Asia. Our carefully curated menus feature authentic ingredients reinvented for the modern palate, to be shared amongst friends.
  • Private party facilities
    Tucked away in South Laguna Beach, Starfish combines atmosphere, outstanding service and upscale coastal vibes to create the perfect setting for your next corporate, social or private event.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    PCH
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Opium Hour- Best Happy Hour in OC

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    Over 30 + bites and rolls starting at $11. Specials on sake, wine, beer and specialty libations. Same portions as our regular menu. Opium Hour is our version of happy hour available throughout the restaurant. 3-6pm Everyday!

    Opium Hour- Best Happy Hour in OC Photo

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What 328 people are saying

Starfish Newport reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Starfish Newport delights with "delicious food" and a vibrant Asian fusion menu, offering scrumptious dishes like honey walnut prawns and Chilean sea bass. Guests praise the "amazing service" and cozy ambiance, with standout servers like Jess enhancing the experience. The "great happy hour" and inventive cocktails make it a must-visit.

328 Reviews
  1. Jason VIP

    South Dakota9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time to this wonderful place. The space is small but comfortable. I recommend making a reservation as you would be disappointed if you miss this. The staff is welcoming, knowledgeable, efficient, and kind. I sat at the bar and had a fantastic experience. I ordered the Seafood Thai Curry. It was amazing with a unique taste. Being from the Midwest, good seafood is a rare experience. I will definitely visit again when in the area.

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  2. Susan VIP

    Orange County45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Brought my friend to Starfish, Newport for her first visit. Started out with the lobster and macadamia nut roll and a glass of champagne! So delightful. Serenity was our server - a deliciously, enjoyable meal.
    Starfish NewportResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you!

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  3. Kelleen

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We ordered the Mint Thai Chicken Roll, Banh Mi Beef sliders and Drunken Noodles which were all delicious. Each dish was recommended by our attentive server, Serenity. Great happy hour, but this location is much smaller than Laguna Beach.
    Starfish NewportResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you!

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  4. Barb

    Los Angeles33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a lychee martini which was absolutely delicious and I’m not a martini person. Everything we ordered was delicious. Great service. It’s a very small restaurant but special
    Starfish NewportResponded on April 14, 2025
    Thank you!

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  5. Mark VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I've been to Starfish Newport many times, and sadly, this was last one was very disappointing. The service was incredibly slow. We ordered everything at once, "To be delivered to our table at the same time," and then one thing came out. 10 minutes later, another. And then, fifteen minutes later, the last. What part of "we would like all of our food served at the same time" was difficult for our waitress to understand? And then I tried the wok-fried muscles for the first time, and 4 or 5 of the shells were empty of "said" muscle. And when I mentioned it to the waitress, her reply was, "Oh, I'm sorry." That's it! No attempt at fixing the situation or assuaging my disappointment. So the lesson would be... If you find something you like at Starfish, stick to it. Don't waste your time or money on trying something new.
    Starfish NewportResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hello Mark, I’m very sorry to hear your recent visit didn’t meet the 5-star experience we aim to deliver. While family-style dining can sometimes result in staggered dish timing, we always do our best to accommodate requests for simultaneous service. I’ll follow up with our culinary team regarding the mussels, as this isn’t a common issue, and I’m surprised a new order wasn’t prepared. That’s not reflective of our standards. We truly value your support and hope you’ll give us another opportunity. Please feel free to reach out to me directly for your next reservation—I’ll ensure our management team oversees your visit. Warmly,

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  6. Jane VIP

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 9, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I normally don’t say anything or do reviews but, after having dinner etc since they opened I have never been asked to leave to accommodate for another party. There were plenty of other tables. We checked in at 5:30pm and the restaurant was not even full nor the bar. After we had some light apps and wine plus dinner and had paid the bill the hostess came and asked my friend and I to leave. They said there was another party coming in and they needed the table. There was a party of 4 women at the table next to us who had been there before us and were NOT asked to leave plus other open tables. I find this absurd and ridiculous! It is not as if I wi ll not return to one of my favorite places but honestly they could’ve handled it better. Also, there were other tables and the bar was open. We had only one glass of wine and food so not sure why we were asked to depart. Super disappointed and probably won’t return or recommend the restaurant for some time. The hostess’ attitude should be addressed. Pretty sad coming from a local who only recommends and raves about your restaurant. With that said I’m just sad to actually write this review.
    Starfish NewportResponded on April 14, 2025
    Hi Jane, I'm so sorry to hear about your recent experience. I’ll look into whether your table may have been specially requested for a specific reason, though that’s certainly not an excuse—and the interaction you described does not reflect our standards. We’re truly grateful for your continued support and hope you'll give us another opportunity to serve you. Please feel free to reach out to me directly for your next reservation—I’ll ensure a member of our management team personally oversees your visit. Again, my sincere apologies for the inconvenience. Warmly, Jenn P.

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  7. P Justin

    London6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was really good and the ambience is fun and light. The noise level is high so be prepared to speak up. The menu is really comprehensive and covers most major SE Asian tastes with a wide variety. The food was freshly prepared and came nice and hot. Well done and we’ll certainly return on a quieter night.
    Starfish NewportResponded on April 7, 2025
    Thank you!

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  8. Fern

    Los Angeles509 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was excellent, the food delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection
    Starfish NewportResponded on April 7, 2025
    Thank you!

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  9. Lindsay

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and the service was amazing.
    Starfish NewportResponded on April 7, 2025
    Thank you!

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  10. Janet

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service, the ambience is fun with a busy happening feeling
    Starfish NewportResponded on March 31, 2025
    Thank you!

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FAQs

Starfish Newport offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 570-3990.

Starfish Newport is rated 4.8 stars by 328 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
10:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
Google Map for Starfish Newport

191 Riverside Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92659

Additional information

  • Cross street
    PCH
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Sushi, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Omar Pineda
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    A tastefully provocative group dining destination nestled off the Coast of Laguna Beach. This upscale beach vibe will transport your guests from the everyday bustle, as they relax and explore the flavors of Asia. Our carefully curated menus feature authentic ingredients reinvented for the modern palate, to be shared amongst friends.
  • Private party facilities
    Tucked away in South Laguna Beach, Starfish combines atmosphere, outstanding service and upscale coastal vibes to create the perfect setting for your next corporate, social or private event.
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