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Classy, clean, pretty, and unpretentious bar, and by unpretentious I mean they give you a bottle of water instead of putting you on the spot and asking, "Expensive or toilet?" The giant pretzel is amazing (we know, because we had a bad one at a German restaurant the night before)- it was soft and buttery and filling, with a rich cheese sauce. The truffle fries were great. And the chicken sandwich has great breast. The buffalo chicken eggrolls are good, but they taste more like macaroni and cheese than buffalo chicken (needs more wing sauce maybe). But their side salad is weird, full of blueberries and oranges. Beh! Don't order too much- there's no fridge in the room. And, if there's no ice machine in case you are thinking you can just turn the drawer into a cooler, uh, like my friend.
Had to beg for service here because I didn't want a 80 year old man to buy my drink and on top of it the bartender was rude and dismissive. But our passion fruit martinis were good but our bartender was rude and unfriendly
Bar Pendry was such a great experience. The service was incredibly attentive and detailed. We never had to wait long for anything, and our server always seemed one step ahead. The space is perfect for people-watching, and we saw plenty of fun interactions, from smooth conversations to a few entertaining misses. The Caesar salad, fries, and drinks were all excellent, simple but really well done. We stayed at the hotel, which made it super convenient to enjoy the bar and head right upstairs afterward. Valet parking was easy and efficient, making the whole experience smooth from start to finish. Would definitely come back.
Valentine's Day is super happening here at the bar and so many fancy cars waiting to be parked. It's definitely a scene and be seen. lol super entertaining to watch everyone interact. I love my crudo and Moët champagne. We had a great time here tonight with my son and his adorable girlfriend and will definitely be back with my daughter next week. They need some smoked almonds as bar snacks but other than that, super cool hang in Newport Beach!
My friend was staying at the Pendry so we met at the bar for drinks. Such a stunning hotel and the bar area is no exception. I loved the lounge vibes. I ordered the Pandan, a pandan-flavored gin gimlet and it was refreshing and sweet. The service was decent but depending on where you sit it can be a little off the beaten path and you might not get as much attention as if you were seated at the actual bar. Would definitely recommend checking it out if you're staying at the hotel!
Bar Pendry is already a beautiful spot in Newport very stylish, lively, and with a menu of bites and cocktails that disappoint. On the weekends, the energy is wild in the best way, full of interesting people and good conversation. But what truly makes this place special for us is one person: Stone. Stone is the kind of bartender you hope to come across but rarely do. He goes above and beyond every single time we visit. Instead of just pouring drinks, he crafts experiences reading our mood, asking what flavors we're into that night, and creating unique cocktails on the spot that are always top notch. It feels personal, thoughtful, and far from the standard "order off the menu" routine. On top of that, he genuinely looks out for us. One night, he even went as far as calling us an Uber to make sure we got home safe something you don't forget. That kind of care is rare, and it's exactly why Bar Pendry has become our go to. The bar itself is gorgeous and worth a visit, but Stone is the reason we'll keep coming back time and time again. Newport, you've got a gem behind the bar here.
We're the regulars at the Pendry bar on Fridays and Saturdays. This place used to be the old fashion island hotel and was renovated and rebranded under the Pendry hotel chain. There are a few restaurants in the hotel but the main Pendry bar is the place everyone 20-40 years of age looking for a standing bar to hangout with friends and socialize are. The bartenders do a good job but the drinks are overpriced comparatively. They used to have DJs at times when they just opened and even a live band but now they only play a house set and leave it be. Ordering a drink from the bar can also be quite a hassle as they dont have enough bartenders mostly. There usually is a looooooooooong line by the door and the security and valet act as if the inside is so crowded and over occupied but that hardly is ever the case and when you get in you see the purpose of such a long line is mainly marketing purposes. The mentioned age range looking for a classy hotel bar come here often but there are times that as a regular I question whether its worth it or not. There are only 3 restrooms for women with NO hanger which is ridiculous for a hotel as even dive bars do. There is a restroom close to the entrance but the same issue persists there. In general these are point yo consider before going there as you might have to commit to a 1-1.5 hour long line anytime after 9-930 on Fridays and Saturdays, but worst on Saturdays:
The bartenders are AWESOME. Bar Pendry has been my watering hole since October and I've gotten to know the staff. Wonderful people and the shenanigans are always on pointe! Come for a good drink and stay for the shenanigans. BUT be safe and "gird your loins!"
Bar Pendry is located inside the luxurious Pendry Hotel. We valet our car for $15 as we entered the gorgeous hotel lobby towards the bar lounge. It's an open space lounge with some outdoor seating as well. It's a really classy spot and they even had a live singer, which was a nice touch. All of the cocktails were $25 each, which is definitely on the higher end. I ordered the Te'Kiwi, which was decent. The Shiso leaf that garnished my drink was so sad and limpy --pretty disappointing when you're paying this much for a cocktail. While our waitress was nice and helpful, it took awhile for us to pay our bill towards the end. Unless you're already staying at this hotel, I wouldn't come back here just for this bar.
The bar of the Pendry is a cool hangout spot and they got live music on the weekends at night starting Thursday. The prices are as expected for a five star hotel. Cocktails are well prepared and the bar food is of good quality. They got paid Valet parking. The Valet system works well and is very convenient!
Nice setup with circular bar. A couple of TVs by the bar as well. Drinks are around $25 which is pretty steep. We ordered Oaxacan Water which is a mezcal drink and another drink that was like an old fashioned. Both drinks were good. We went around 5pm on a Saturday and it was pretty chill. I think it gets b
The bar is nice. Park across street in garage behind hotel valet . It says $20 all night but it charged me $23 so beware it does charge you for every minute you are there. I heard the salad was good. I tried expresso Martini and it was above par. Recommend I did not find another drink I liked
Mixed feelings about this place! The food was decent and the ambiance is beautiful and amazing for people watching, but maybe the service is still finding its legs and working out some kinks? It's also fairly loud, so if you're trying to have conversations, you may find yourselves having to raise your voices to hear each other. Despite the fact that reservations aren't allowed, our group of 4 was asked to leave abruptly while we were still eating, supposedly because a large party was coming in and they needed our table... Our waitress offered us a round of drinks in exchange for leaving, but told us we would not be able to get another table right away (as in we weren't next in line). Luckily, one of our friends asked another person who looked like they were a manager and we got seated promptly at another table so we were able to order more food and finish eating. On our first visit, we ordered: COCKTAIL SHRIMP: decent, not a standout, but it tastes fine. The Baja cocktail sauce was mild. KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN SLIDERS: served with kimchi butter, carrot and radish slaw. This was pretty tasty but also on the mild side in terms of flavor. Our group liked them enough to get a second order, as they come in a set of 3. DUNGENESS CRAB CAKE: tasted fresh, but also not a standout. I tend to like more flavor in all my food, so this dish wasn't super memorable to me. FRIES: crispy and delicious! Fries done right. FRIED MUSHROOMS: very interesting and unique dish - the way the mushrooms were fried made them very delicate and crispy. Would recommend if you're a mushroom fan. SHISO PRETTY COCKTAIL: Vodka, Passion Fruit, Shiso, Lime Cordial. Super tasty and refreshing cocktail. Would order again! GOLDEN HOUR COCKTAIL: Clase Azul Tequila Plata, Mezcal, Pasilla Arbol Syrup Blood Orange, Lime, Mole Bitters. Well balanced but the smokey flavor of Mezcal was still prominent, so I'd only recommend this one if you enjoy Mezcal. Overall not a terrible visit but it definitely had some kinks. I would still go back if friends or family want to go.
1 month ago
3 months ago
Pendry is a great spot, whether you're there for date night or a celebration with your friends, it's great vibes and a go to place that as fancy as you can get in Newport without having to head to LA. Be prepared to spend $22+ for a drink, not including the hefty valet fee, and you'll have a mix of attractive people (mostly females), weeknights draws business men at the bar, working gals aka escorts, and groups of people coming there for post work meetings drinks. The staff and service are top notch, or always is! But my husband and I were surprised with Pendry not cracking down on the escorts, it's very obvious and for paying patrons like us who want an upscale hotel for a quick staycation, it's a bit of a distraction and distasteful and put a damper on our view of Pendry. We would expect this at a seedy place but not Newport and definitely not for those prices on drinks, food, valet. We will be back but probably not anytime soon. I often times have to entertain international clients when they are in town and I would be very hesitant taking them to Pendry for dinner and drinks after what I witnessed yesterday. It would be very uncomfortable for a professional setting. read more
16 days ago
Classy, clean, pretty, and unpretentious bar, and by unpretentious I mean they give you a bottle of water instead of putting you on the spot and asking, "Expensive or toilet?" The giant pretzel is amazing (we know, because we had a bad one at a German restaurant the night before)- it was soft and buttery and filling, with a rich cheese sauce. The truffle fries were great. And the chicken sandwich has great breast. The buffalo chicken eggrolls are good, but they taste more like macaroni and cheese than buffalo chicken (needs more wing sauce maybe). But their side salad is weird, full of blueberries and oranges. Beh! Don't order too much- there's no fridge in the room. And, if there's no ice machine in case you are thinking you can just turn the drawer into a cooler, uh, like my friend. read more
2 months ago
Had to beg for service here because I didn't want a 80 year old man to buy my drink and on top of it the bartender was rude and dismissive. But our passion fruit martinis were good but our bartender was rude and unfriendly read more
12 days ago
11 months ago
Bar Pendry was such a great experience. The service was incredibly attentive and detailed. We never had to wait long for anything, and our server always seemed one step ahead. The space is perfect for people-watching, and we saw plenty of fun interactions, from smooth conversations to a few entertaining misses. The Caesar salad, fries, and drinks were all excellent, simple but really well done. We stayed at the hotel, which made it super convenient to enjoy the bar and head right upstairs afterward. Valet parking was easy and efficient, making the whole experience smooth from start to finish. Would definitely come back. read more
Valentine's Day is super happening here at the bar and so many fancy cars waiting to be parked. It's definitely a scene and be seen. lol super entertaining to watch everyone interact. I love my crudo and Moët champagne. We had a great time here tonight with my son and his adorable girlfriend and will definitely be back with my daughter next week. They need some smoked almonds as bar snacks but other than that, super cool hang in Newport Beach! read more
9 months ago
My friend was staying at the Pendry so we met at the bar for drinks. Such a stunning hotel and the bar area is no exception. I loved the lounge vibes. I ordered the Pandan, a pandan-flavored gin gimlet and it was refreshing and sweet. The service was decent but depending on where you sit it can be a little off the beaten path and you might not get as much attention as if you were seated at the actual bar. Would definitely recommend checking it out if you're staying at the hotel! read more
1 year ago
Bar Pendry is already a beautiful spot in Newport very stylish, lively, and with a menu of bites and cocktails that disappoint. On the weekends, the energy is wild in the best way, full of interesting people and good conversation. But what truly makes this place special for us is one person: Stone. Stone is the kind of bartender you hope to come across but rarely do. He goes above and beyond every single time we visit. Instead of just pouring drinks, he crafts experiences reading our mood, asking what flavors we're into that night, and creating unique cocktails on the spot that are always top notch. It feels personal, thoughtful, and far from the standard "order off the menu" routine. On top of that, he genuinely looks out for us. One night, he even went as far as calling us an Uber to make sure we got home safe something you don't forget. That kind of care is rare, and it's exactly why Bar Pendry has become our go to. The bar itself is gorgeous and worth a visit, but Stone is the reason we'll keep coming back time and time again. Newport, you've got a gem behind the bar here. read more
2 years ago
We're the regulars at the Pendry bar on Fridays and Saturdays. This place used to be the old fashion island hotel and was renovated and rebranded under the Pendry hotel chain. There are a few restaurants in the hotel but the main Pendry bar is the place everyone 20-40 years of age looking for a standing bar to hangout with friends and socialize are. The bartenders do a good job but the drinks are overpriced comparatively. They used to have DJs at times when they just opened and even a live band but now they only play a house set and leave it be. Ordering a drink from the bar can also be quite a hassle as they dont have enough bartenders mostly. There usually is a looooooooooong line by the door and the security and valet act as if the inside is so crowded and over occupied but that hardly is ever the case and when you get in you see the purpose of such a long line is mainly marketing purposes. The mentioned age range looking for a classy hotel bar come here often but there are times that as a regular I question whether its worth it or not. There are only 3 restrooms for women with NO hanger which is ridiculous for a hotel as even dive bars do. There is a restroom close to the entrance but the same issue persists there. In general these are point yo consider before going there as you might have to commit to a 1-1.5 hour long line anytime after 9-930 on Fridays and Saturdays, but worst on Saturdays: read more
6 months ago
The bartenders are AWESOME. Bar Pendry has been my watering hole since October and I've gotten to know the staff. Wonderful people and the shenanigans are always on pointe! Come for a good drink and stay for the shenanigans. BUT be safe and "gird your loins!" read more
Bar Pendry is located inside the luxurious Pendry Hotel. We valet our car for $15 as we entered the gorgeous hotel lobby towards the bar lounge. It's an open space lounge with some outdoor seating as well. It's a really classy spot and they even had a live singer, which was a nice touch. All of the cocktails were $25 each, which is definitely on the higher end. I ordered the Te'Kiwi, which was decent. The Shiso leaf that garnished my drink was so sad and limpy --pretty disappointing when you're paying this much for a cocktail. While our waitress was nice and helpful, it took awhile for us to pay our bill towards the end. Unless you're already staying at this hotel, I wouldn't come back here just for this bar. read more
The bar of the Pendry is a cool hangout spot and they got live music on the weekends at night starting Thursday. The prices are as expected for a five star hotel. Cocktails are well prepared and the bar food is of good quality. They got paid Valet parking. The Valet system works well and is very convenient! read more
5 months ago
1 year ago
1 year ago
Nice setup with circular bar. A couple of TVs by the bar as well. Drinks are around $25 which is pretty steep. We ordered Oaxacan Water which is a mezcal drink and another drink that was like an old fashioned. Both drinks were good. We went around 5pm on a Saturday and it was pretty chill. I think it gets b read more
The bar is nice. Park across street in garage behind hotel valet . It says $20 all night but it charged me $23 so beware it does charge you for every minute you are there. I heard the salad was good. I tried expresso Martini and it was above par. Recommend I did not find another drink I liked read more
Mixed feelings about this place! The food was decent and the ambiance is beautiful and amazing for people watching, but maybe the service is still finding its legs and working out some kinks? It's also fairly loud, so if you're trying to have conversations, you may find yourselves having to raise your voices to hear each other. Despite the fact that reservations aren't allowed, our group of 4 was asked to leave abruptly while we were still eating, supposedly because a large party was coming in and they needed our table... Our waitress offered us a round of drinks in exchange for leaving, but told us we would not be able to get another table right away (as in we weren't next in line). Luckily, one of our friends asked another person who looked like they were a manager and we got seated promptly at another table so we were able to order more food and finish eating. On our first visit, we ordered: COCKTAIL SHRIMP: decent, not a standout, but it tastes fine. The Baja cocktail sauce was mild. KOREAN FRIED CHICKEN SLIDERS: served with kimchi butter, carrot and radish slaw. This was pretty tasty but also on the mild side in terms of flavor. Our group liked them enough to get a second order, as they come in a set of 3. DUNGENESS CRAB CAKE: tasted fresh, but also not a standout. I tend to like more flavor in all my food, so this dish wasn't super memorable to me. FRIES: crispy and delicious! Fries done right. FRIED MUSHROOMS: very interesting and unique dish - the way the mushrooms were fried made them very delicate and crispy. Would recommend if you're a mushroom fan. SHISO PRETTY COCKTAIL: Vodka, Passion Fruit, Shiso, Lime Cordial. Super tasty and refreshing cocktail. Would order again! GOLDEN HOUR COCKTAIL: Clase Azul Tequila Plata, Mezcal, Pasilla Arbol Syrup Blood Orange, Lime, Mole Bitters. Well balanced but the smokey flavor of Mezcal was still prominent, so I'd only recommend this one if you enjoy Mezcal. Overall not a terrible visit but it definitely had some kinks. I would still go back if friends or family want to go. read more
We love Bar Pendry! Fun ambiance and it's very social. I've been here a few times and always had a great experience. It can get really packed but I assume it is more around the holidays due to work holiday parties. Coming recently on a Friday around 5, there were still a few bar seats available and tables that are first come, first serve until 10. Chandler helped us and was above and beyond. She was amazing and made us some fun drinks too! read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Food - bar and finger foods. We got the tuna tartare. It was nice and refreshing. Also ordered up Latte, Shiso Pretty cocktail, black tea, and red velvet cake. All were amazing! Service - Sophia was great! She certainly took care of us even at a rockin' night like Friday night. Ambiance - Friday night going out kinda vibe with the beauties abound. Beats playing in the background. Most definitely another happening place to go to on a Friday night! But for sure, it gets packed and booze flowing. Might be a good idea to get a visible bouncer. Is there a capacity limit? Verdict - come early so you can grab a seat. Otherwise, you have to hunt down a spot somewhere or share a table with someone. This place gets packed after 8. Definitely a nice chill lounge and bar kinda place. Come dressed to impress as a suggestion but certainly can be entertained even if you are rockin' the beach flops. read more
This is the place to be right now. I have been on two different Friday nights and had different experiences, but both were good. The first time I went, it was packed by 8 PM. They have a DJ that really sets the tone. There's good looking people that are there to have fun. There is also great people watching, if you are into that. Their drink prices are expensive but to be expected based on location. The bar is beautiful and there is a back patio, but don't sit too close to there because it smells like smoke. The second time I went, it was much less packed, but still was great for people watching. I ordered a bottle of wine in the second time I went and thought that was a better value. We also got bar seats that second time pretty easily. This is my go to bar for now. read more
1 year ago
Covered in palm trees and with an exquisite facade, the Pendry hotel offers a space to indulge in the finer things at Newport Beach's Fashion Island. On a weekday afternoon, a friend and I visited Bar Pendry to celebrate my birthday. There is a sophisticated, tropical vibe to Bar Pendry, which is canopied in various layers of greenery. We selected to sit at the bar, and the bartender poured us some fabulous cocktails. To pair with the Shiso Pretty and Passion cocktails we ordered the Tuna Crudo, Pretzel, and Wagyu Sliders. I was not a fan of the pretzel dip, but beyond that everything was delightful. As a surprise, the bartender brought me a beautiful slice of birthday cake, with a piece of chocolate on the side that was etched with the phrase "Happy Birthday." An utterly superb experience at such a luxury venue. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
High five to Bar Pendry! Loving the look of this new spot. Food, service, ambiance is outstanding. I tried the truffle fries and mushroom flatbread. Truffle Fries: 5/5 hot, crispy fries that had shaved truffle all over the fries. Can't beat that! Mushroom Flatbread: 5/5 an abundance of mushroom, arugula and cheese topped on this flatbread. They don't skimp out on their toppings.. that's for sure. See you soon Bar Pendry! I'll be back read more
I've never been to a more "happening" bar that was so overwhelming packed with people; that ordering a drink was a mission. Nonetheless, the cocktails were great! Bartenders were super friendly and were doing the best they could. Definitely a bar worth checking out, but be prepared to wiggle your way through lots of obstacles. read more
So if you're gonna charge $20++ for each cocktail and charge $15 for valet WITH validation, at least give me a couch to sit on that's clean. This was the cleanest one we found and it was really gross. This place has only been open 2 months. How could it get this icky this quick? It was really disappointing. read more
2 years ago
We get here around 12. Wanted to buy a table, they tried to charge us 2000 for one hour. Then they come Down 1.5k once they realize there's only an hour. All the while allowing a ton of people in just because they know someone and it's the typical tuff door guy mentality. Which is sad because their reputation as a brand for Pendry hotels is great but yet the locals and people who were willing to spend money but not get robbed for a lobby bar . 2k for a lobby bar is ridiculous and especially for 1hr before last call . I guess the rumors that they host hookers and prostitution was true because that's all they kept letting in and all we saw walking out was . read more
3 years ago
We really enjoyed Bar Pendry! Food was good, drinks were good and service was great! Sophia was very nice and attentive, even after it got really crowded and she got so busy. She made us love Pendry more! Love the ambiance, the vibe and the energy! We will definitely be back! read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
The pendry hotel has amazing ambience and the bar is a great get together spot. Drinks are a bit pricey and it gets super busy. But if you want to impress a date it's a nice spot to go to. read more
2 years ago
This place is hard to love. It feels like you're on a movie set with a bunch of extras trying too hard to prove their worth. If you go before 10pm and with a group you might like it .... After 10 pm on a weekend is rough. read more
3 years ago
Arrived on a Friday night around 1015 It was a packed house The Pendry hotel looks amazing, either you're at Set or at the bar. It looks amazing inside and out Valet parking is available Didn't have to wait to get inside but you do pass by security and we were able to walk in It was crowded, the music was nothing special but you get the entire 'Newport beach' vibe of people You can't make a reservation so you're either going to wait or you're not The bar area was completely full so good luck trying to find a bartender to take notice to grab you a drink Waited around for 20 minutes trying to get their attention before we were finally served It seemed like there was only 2 bartenders (could be wrong) Super boujee crowd here Getting here at the right time and getting a good seat here is ideal Drinks are expensive Almost $50 for 2 espresso martinis Aesthetically pleasing but this crowd is full of people who care more about what they look like, take selfies and are sugar daddies or are looking for one Would prefer a different crowd personally read more
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