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Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach

4.7
4.7
983 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian
1080 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 18 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
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

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Salvatore Maniaci
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    Jamboree
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 983 people are saying

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sapori Ristorante in Newport Beach is celebrated for its "exceptional service" and "consistently delicious" Italian cuisine. Longtime patrons highlight its warm, authentic atmosphere, with a standout menu featuring "the best pizza in the world." The attentive staff, including Paolo and Roberto, enhance every visit, making it a beloved local gem.

983 Reviews
  1. Ann VIP

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved loved loved our dinner!! Awesome to meet fellow paisans from our part of Italy❤️our new favorite restaurant!! Massimo could not have made for a more awesome experiences. Our meal was beyond 5 star!! Amazing!! Authentic!!! Highly recommend!!!!!❤️❤️❤️

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  2. Ann

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great. Jose the bus person was delightful. Food was delicious. Atmosphere on the patio was wonderful. Overall, a lovely experience.

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  3. Reginald

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sapori has been a favorite for us for 20 years. The wait staff (in particular, Roberto, Mossimo, and Paolo) are truly professionals - they make every visit to Sapori special. And the food is consistently excellent. These folks are willing and able to customize dishes for you. The wine list is well thought out, and affordable. The bar tender is amongst the very best we have encountered in the OC. How could all these things be true of one restaurant?! My wife and I dealy hope Sapori is around for another 20 years!!

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  4. Tori

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sapori is the best It‘s our very own Little Italy in our back yard

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  5. Gary

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant. The food is delicious and the waiters are the best!

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  6. Leigh-Ann VIP

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently excellent food and service. Its our favorite restaurant!

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  7. Art VIP

    Los Angeles31 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our fourth visit to the restaurant in the last few weeks. We sat at a new table over by the windows inside, per my request because we were with another couple. Unfortunately, it was very close to the next table and the patron there had a very loud voice and dominated everything. But the food was amazing, the Arancini were off the charts. We know better than to ask for that table again. We have always had a fantastic experience which keeps us coming back.

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  8. Paul VIP

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal with wonderful service!! Definitely will go back again…

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  9. Lynne

    Orange County13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful restaurant, great food, love the real Italian servers, and makes you feel like you are somewhere else!

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  10. Kathy VIP

    Tampa87 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    My friend and I loved our experience at the bar and restaurant. We will be back! Thank you

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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 983 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
8:30 PM
Booked 18 times today
Google Map for Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach

1080 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jamboree
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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