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A Crystal Cove

4.2 (427 reviews)
Closed • 10:30 am - 11:00 pm

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Ann V.

One of our to go to places. Always great service. The staff is friendly and welcoming and are able to accommodate walk ins. Love the location and the restaurant. A lot of great options for food and drinks.

Maribel T.

10/10!!!! We celebrated our anniversary here and everything was perfect especially the service. I hope Sam knows she is such a bright and sweet person. She made it 10x more special. The food was amazing but the service topped it! I love a cute restaurant and the vibe was perfect! We took multiple photo booth pics too hehe! Will definitely have to come back for $2 oysters!!

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Wendy W.

Lovely dinner here with my boyfriend. Decor and vibes 5/5, yellowtail 4/5, halibut 4/5, ribeye steak 4/5, broccolini 4/5, peach tart 5/5. Overall rating of 5/5

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Rob C.

Happy Hour it is today! Good 4:30-6pm weekdays including Friday! Ordered the Spicy Yellowfin Tuna and "A" burger. Happy hour not constrained to the bar area only unlike other places, but it does get crowded especially Friday night and parking is limited because of the other businesses but besides self-parking, there is also valet. The place is swanky nice! Like a Gentleman's mancave vibes, meets the future! Our waitstaff Stephanie was great and took care of us. Overall, I have always loved A in general, for their food, their vibes, and overall. That includes their A Market towards Balboa. The only A restaurant I haven't been to is the one beside A Market, but one day! Yes, am a comeback kid!

Nina S.

We recently started venturing back here for their weeknight happy hour. Their cocktails are delicious! I love the blood orange martini. We typically order the ahi and split a burger - everything is delicious. Service is always wonderful and the atmosphere is great. Happy hour has been wonderful since having a newborn, the timeline aligns perfectly with his bedtime routine! Looking forward to coming back for a proper date night soon.

Michael Y.

Came back with the family to try more of their offerings. We were able to try two breakfast dishes and two lunch dishes and honestly, they paired superbly. Whether you are in the mood for a savory or sweet brunch (or both), this restaurant is phenomenal. Our server, Isabelle, was spot on with her descriptions of the dishes. Great way to spend a Saturday morning.

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Annie V.

Love this establishment, excellent service, and the food was delicious! Wonderful location, in beautiful Newport with a fresh breeze from the ocean. We'll be back soon!!

Karen G.

Stopped here for some cocktails on a Saturday after dinner at Marche Moderne. I've been to this A Crystal Cove location a few times, mainly just for drinks, and it's always a fun stop. The atmosphere is lively, especially with the DJ. It definitely leans more social and energetic which I love. The bar is almost always packed, so be prepared to hover if you're hoping to grab a seat. Cocktails are well-crafted and consistent, which is really all I'm looking for when I come here. It's a great place to continue the night, people watch, and soak in the upbeat vibe. Haven't had the chance to dine in at this location yet, but for cocktails and ambiance alone, it's my go to!

Martini
Melissa S.

First time in the Newport area, first time at As. The interior is very aesthetically pleasing, dark lighting to set the mood for a more fun and laid back vibe. They also have an actual DJ playing inside, I didn't realize until I went to the bathroom. & if you're on your way to the bathroom, you're sure to check out the Photo Booth! Very cute and free. Our server was very sweet and attentive for a party of 7. I had never tried a branzino before but decided to try it here for the first time, along with the charred broccolini. The food was amazing! Loved the fish, great flavor and the broccolini paired so well. I can't get over how delicious the charred broccolini was! I will be thinking about it for a while. The mocktail was delicious as well. The prices do seem a little high but I guess you're paying for the whole experience. Definitely a fun date night or big celebration spot.

Filet mignon
Heather W.

Before even walking into the restaurant, you're greeted by a parking lot full of exotic cars. It's valet only, I think about $10. Hosts were very friendly and seated us immediately. Attire is like business casual, I even saw some locals wearing flip flops. We were dressed nice and we stood out. Seemed everyone that dressed up for this spot almost was labeled as non- local. Came to celebrate Father's Day and my dad's birthday. Were sat in a nice cozy booth facing another booth. Pro tip- If you reserve, make a reservation for a back wall booth facing the bar. The bar has a pretty spectacular design to it, not to mention GREAT people watching. We started out with the Whipped Feta, that is a MUST, the feta mixed with the hot honey and herbs was amazing and the bread that paired was perfect. I wish it came with more bread cause there was a lot of feta dip left on the plate. Also a shared Caesar salad, can't go wrong. Then I had the 16oz ribeye $70 which was delicious but I gotta say, a restaurant that is owned by "A Restaurant" I thought this ribeye would be the same, it wasn't as tender. My husband got the recommended pork tomahawk $58, which was tender. My mom got the crusted halibut which was excellent and my dad got the filet mignon $58. We finished with my dad's birthday dessert of a rhubarb strawberry mini pie, it was nice that came with a candle and a little birthday message. Unfortunately the dessert was not comped, I'm not really sure if they do that there. Server was great the whole time, though not as attentive as we wanted her to be especially when like a drink ran out. Was completely astonished when we saw the bill, I guess the parking lot should've told us the story, but it was about a $530 dinner. To be honest, for that price point I guess I was expecting everything to blow us out of the water, but that wasn't it. You know when you just feel good about your payment, this wasn't that feeling. Probably won't be back. Still love A Restaurant, this one was just too bougie for us. Glad we tried it though. They should have a complimentary birthday dessert, something simple that doesn't cost them much.

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Annie M.

A is amazing, from the bar and seating area to the high-level customer service. I loved the $13 martinis and happy hour items (they open at 4:30 PM). They offer $2 oysters on Mondays! We came on a Tuesday and still loved it. The feta cheese appetizer is killer--a total must-try--and the ahi tuna appetizer is delicious. There are lots of amazing options for dinner, but our favorite part was the old-school camera station near the bar. It's super cute, and you can take photos for a quick memory. 10/10!"

Lorelie C.

We tried the 70's Sun Sets on a Tuesday. They didn't have live music but only playing 70's hits. Our server confirmed that they don't do live music anymore. And he's hoping they'll bring it back. We were here for happy hour (HH). As usual, their ambiance is nice with old rich feel. It's dark and cozy. Like a man cave. I got half a dozen raw oysters (not in happy hour menu) which I really enjoyed. Washed it down with a glass of cab (half off for HH). We also got the A burger from their HH which is good! We also tried their spicy yellowfin tuna, which didn't really impress me. And probably won't be ordering again here. Our server is really nice and attentive. Even the other staff are coming over to check on us. It was late afternoon / early evening on a Tuesday and the place is not busy. All in all, we enjoyed the happy hour. Just wish they have live music too! Even for other days.

Steak
Shelley V.

I dined at A Crystal Cove on a weekend during the holidays. The restaurant is dark on the inside and has a nice bar in the center. We were seated in a cozy booth. The noise level can be a bit loud when crowded. Our server provided excellent service and made suggestions off the menu. We started off with a wedge salad that we requested be chopped. The kitchen chopped and split our salad between two plates. We ordered the meatballs which were tasty and served with toasted bread for soaking up the marinara sauce. For our entrees, we ordered the steak and broccolini and the pappardelle bolognese. Both were tasty and I enjoyed the burrata cheese placed on top of the pasta. The steak was prepared perfectly and had a nice char to it. For dessert, we opted for the chocolate silk pie. It wasn't too rich or sweet and was the perfect ending to our meal. This is a good spot for a date night, birthday, or anniversary.

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Reviews are largely positive. Diners highlight the beautiful ambiance, flavorful, varied menu, and creative cocktails. Service is often described as friendly and attentive, though some report issues.

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Wine Tuesday Where is their wine list?

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Is there a Dress code?

There is not specific dress code, but almost everyone will be dressed nicely. I would call it "California Casual Chic"

What wines on wine list? How are prices?

They have: 1. Sparkling (known as Bubbles on the menu) 2. California and Burgundy Chardonnay… 

Are babies allowed?? (4 month old) strollers allowed?

Is there a dress code?

I mean I wouldn't wear shorts or flip flops. But I'd say it's definitely more of a get dressed up kinda place.

Is there a corkage fee to bring in your own wine?

Hi Sofia! Yes, their corkage fee is $30. And they do have a fabulous wine selection as well.… 

Is there Happy Hour?

A great happy hour from 2 to 6 PM

Are there any offerings for children under five?

No, this isn't the place to bring young children.

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Mutt Lynch's - MUTT'S MARG

Mutt Lynch's

4.1(1.3k reviews)
6.2 mi
•$$

Came here for breakfast right after a fun surf session at Blackie's. It was right next to the…read moreparking lot, we were hungry, and we thought, why not give it a try? Big bonus... it was already open! The three of us sat at the counter facing the boardwalk, so we could people-watch and enjoy the outside. This place is definitely a local's/dive bar... but not in a bad way! It's fun, has lots of ambience, great service, and really good food. It wasn't overly crowded, so we had no problem finding a spot...but then again, it was only 8:45 a.m. One friend ordered the huevos rancheros and, oh my gosh, that thing was HUGE...and delicious! Another friend ordered the breakfast burrito, which was also big and packed with bacon crumbles and egg. It looked really good, too. I've eaten a LOT of breakfast burritos over the past couple of weeks, though, so I wasn't overly interested. I ordered the corned beef hash with hash browns and two eggs. It was really good! The hash was homemade, so it wasn't overly salty, which I loved. Didn't take pictures of our food... we were hungry! Highly recommend this spot. The portions are big, the food is delicious, our server was so friendly and nice, and we really enjoyed the whole vibe. Definitely feels like a fun local place to grab a good breakfast after a morning surf! ‍

We visited on Saturday, September 26, around 9:05 a.m. Unfortunately, I didn't get our waitress's…read morename. She appeared to be in her early 20s, around 5'3", with light/blondish hair and light-colored eyes. I'm only including the description so management knows who I'm referring to. My brother and I were seated and ordered coffee. Our waitress brought it, but no creamer or spoon. I asked for both; she brought the creamer but never brought the spoon. More importantly, she never came back to take our food order. A couple was seated literally right next to us, and the same waitress took their order, brought their drinks, and continued attending to them while completely overlooking us. I even said "Excuse me" three times as she walked away, and she never acknowledged me. Eventually, we decided to leave. My brother specifically told another woman working there that we wanted to pay for our coffees, and she told us, "It's okay, don't worry about it." As we were walking out, our waitress suddenly came running behind us, apparently thinking we were leaving without paying. The other woman had to tell her it was okay because she had already told us not to pay. I can't say for certain why we were treated differently, but my brother and I are Hispanic, and we both left feeling discriminated against. We couldn't help but notice that the table directly next to us received attentive service while we were repeatedly ignored. Then being chased as we left--after we had offered to pay--only made that feeling worse. I do want to thank the woman who told us not to worry about paying for the coffee. We absolutely intended to pay for it, but I appreciated her kindness and the gesture. I just hope management speaks with our waitress and reminds her that every customer who walks through that door deserves the same level of service and respect. We came in intending to sit down, order breakfast, pay for our meal, and enjoy our morning just like everyone else. Unfortunately, we never even got that opportunity. It's 2026. No one should walk into a restaurant and leave feeling discriminated against. Everyone deserves the same kindness and respect. We ended up going to another restaurant nearby, where we received wonderful service and happily left our waitress a 20% tip. Kindness and respect really do make a difference.

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Mutt Lynch's - Mutt Lynch's in Newport Beach.

Mutt Lynch's in Newport Beach.

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Muchos Nachos with shredded chicken (IG: @eatwithbaobae)

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Lighthouse

3.9(4.3k reviews)
5.7 mi
•$$

We had an amazing experience with Andrew Maranan and his staff for our corporate event! The…read morecatering was excellent, the food was delicious, and enjoyed by everyone. Their bar service was also outstanding, and the entire team was professional, friendly, and attentive throughout the event. Andrew and his staff went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and overall service really helped make our event a success. We truly appreciate all their hard work and would absolutely recommend Andrew and his team for any corporate or special event!

Had the best experience for my engagement party at the Lighthouse! Andrew was super helpful…read morethroughout the entire process. He sent me a very detailed email outlining my options for location at the Lighthouse, type of event (private/semi-private), pricing, and menus. He offered me his personal cell number and ensured we were on the same page every step of the way. Additionally, he allowed to come visit the Lighthouse and have a meal free of charge and tour the venue before committing to anything. I also had a lot of guests with food allergies at my party, and he made sure to label every dish, and even modified some of the preset menus for my party. Overall, my engagement party went incredibly smooth and was very stress-free. The Lighthouse staff were extremely helpful and attentive, making sure that everything was in order throughout my event. I highly recommend booking your next event with Andrew at the Lighthouse!

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This is the view from our table on the patio

Woody's Wharf - Twin Lobster Tails

Woody's Wharf

3.7(1.9k reviews)
6.1 mi
•$$

Went on a afternoon and evening harbor cruise with seven friends during a scorching hot day in So…read moreCa. Our friend has a 35' boat docked at the Newport Beach harbor so after taking in the sights during the afternoon we docked at one of Woody's Wharf customer boat slips which was super convenient. We opted to be seated on the outdoor patio and ordered martinis, margaritas and beer on the patio so we could enjoy the Bayside view and cool breeze. For appetizers we dined on cevichi, and bang bang shrimp and for my main entrée a grilled avocado chicken sammie with a side salad. Service by the entire staff was friendly and efficient. Our entire group enjoyed our friends birthday celebration at Woodys Wharf and I would return here again in the future.

It's usually not even worth mentioning these incidents but on the off chance they have issues with…read moretheir takeout /phone calls being accepted maybe they can retrain their staff handling phone calls It is flooded in Newport so before continuing further down the peninsula we decided to just grab lunch here. Yelp photos seemed really inviting. Instead of dining in, I wanted fo call and place a takeout order and try to get out of this area quickly with all the flooding and traffic building up. . 12:04, Lady answered and I checked first if I could place an order over the phone or if I had to order online, and she said she could take my order. I ordered a couple items and then while waiting for her to get my name she hung up the phone. Didn't think much of it other than they're probably just busy, and just pay when I get there. We got here about 10 min later and sent my son in to grab the order or at least pay for it while waiting and the front proceeds to tell him there is no takeout order with our items. I thought maybe I called the Woody's Diner on accident but no - so I called back 12:14 the same number and got the same lady on the phone, who confirmed it was Woodys Wharf. I told her to just cancel my order (again she never even got my name or number), in case she actually did have my takeout order and it just hadnt made it to the kitchen yet (does it take OVER 10 min to get an order submitted?) to cancel our items. Not impressed with the first visit here today. Will have to return another day to see if their service was just on a bad day. in all fairness, It is pretty stressful down here right now with the flooding and high tide concerns. I'm sure I'll return to try them again when I have a bit more patience as Yelp photos seem inviting.

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Woody's Wharf - Steak and lobster extra lobster tail total $54 unbeatable

Steak and lobster extra lobster tail total $54 unbeatable

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The Dock - Pork Belly

The Dock

4.4(634 reviews)
6.2 mi
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First, we thought we made a reservation for 6:30, the beautiful hostess, told us that they don't…read moretake reservations for 6:30, but sat us at a table anyway. The couple behind us, had the same situation. So always be careful when using Open Table or Resy... Wonderful service!! The food and wine were perfect! My daughter had the salmon, I hate salmon and I ended up eating half of hers. The scallops were amazing!! My husband ordered the fish - there was nothing left on his plate. And we aren't big fat people - LOL. It was such a nice experience, we will be back soon! And make sure we actually have a reservation!! Thank you!!!

food is great, the service was good from the waiters, but not so much the person who seated us…read more i will say the lady at the initial counter made a comment about us making a reservation for 5, and so when i told her my family member is sick (just 4 of us showed up), and she scolded me saying we lose revenue, and i should have let them know. why is a nice supposedly fancier ($$$) restaurant being so petty about losing 1 person worth of revenue? it just seem very cheap, stingy, and unprofessional of her to make such a comment. if she phrased it like, "oh next time please call to let us know, it would rly help us out", i would feel a lot better. as a customer, i feel like the staff should be more understanding, things happen, people get sick. ik people rather not have a coughing/vomiting person in their vicinity, especially at this place since seating is close knit. not to mention, we were the only poc there for 2 HOURS, so maybe she had some sort of predisposition about us, since we did not fit their stereotypical diner. who knows, just did not feel welcomed by that first interaction ‍ food: 9.5/10 service from waiter: 10/10 service from lady at the counter: 0/10 extremely unpleasant, frankly unprofessional and rude

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The Dock - Certified Angus Beef Filet Mignon

Certified Angus Beef Filet Mignon

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Shorebird - Fluffy hotcakes served warm at brunch in Newport Beach, finished with butter and syrup for a classic start.

Shorebird

4.3(1.1k reviews)
6.1 mi

I booked this spot for a large team appreciation dinner and it was great! The restaurant was very…read morecommunicative prior to the event, gave me options and we had a great experience. There is a lot underneath the spot with free parking with validation. The ambiance of the restaurant is just GORGEOUS, sitting right on the ocean and marina. Very serene and beautiful. The bathrooms were clean and very nice. The bar was also very inviting and beautiful. Our server Michele was excellent! The entire staff assisted in filling water, and running food and drinks and were all exceptional. Michele greeted us immediately, was attentive from start to finish and helped us order the appropriate amount of appetizers for the group. The food was a 10/10. We ordered several appetizers but really loved the ahi avocado egg rolls, the crab cakes and all of the sushi starters. Dinner was phenomenal! I got the sea bass and several others ordered the pork chop and skirt steak. The food was amazing! Huge portions, amazing flavors and just over the top delicious! I can't wait to go back and try everything else on the menu that I may have missed! We ordered several desserts and espressos and the desserts were one of the many stars of the night! The brownie was fab and I was very impressed with the bananas foster. But DO NOT SLEEP on the carrot cake!! This should win awards! Even if you are full, order one to go! (You're welcome!) Please check this place out; I can't wait to go back!

We went for a large work party and were seated right away. First I will say the service was the…read morestandout here, all the humans we engaged with , were super kind and supportive. I have an allergy so I always have to navigate food carefully-they took such wonderful care of me, and made it so easy to feel comfortable. The view was great, I sat close to the water and enjoyed a bit of a breeze and a great view of the boats coming and going. The only issue we had, was getting cell service to call ubers for our large group after dinner lol. Over all great experience.

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Shorebird - Shorebird located on Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach offering coastal cuisine in a modern, airy setting with views of the o...

Shorebird located on Balboa Peninsula in Newport Beach offering coastal cuisine in a modern, airy setting with views of the o...

Shorebird - Tomato & Avocado Omelette

Tomato & Avocado Omelette

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A Crystal Cove - newamerican - Updated October 2026

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