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    Bayside Restaurant

    3.8 (954 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 9:30 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    BAYSIDE RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Live music
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    Lorelie C.

    Back here after a couple of years! And I would say the best time is during the holidays. Still the nice cozy ambiance but then also nicely decorated for the holidays. It does not have the cozy modern vibe, but more of the quiet old school luxury cozy vibe. Also, we just recently went back to Bistango after maybe around 15 years! And so we were able to tell that it's the same owner. Our waiter did confirm after we asked. Service is really good. They give a bit more attention, that is befitting of high end restaurants. The food... everything we ordered is just delish!! This place really has it all! I tried their raw oysters. I believe it was from the east coast, at least what they had that time. They were on the smaller side which usually tastes much better than the bigger ones. And I love them! We also got the wedge salad which is nice and refreshing. The rib eye steak is cooked to perfection and flavorful! And we also enjoyed their tuna tartare. And for dessert, we had the cream brûlée! A perfect ending! One thing I also really love about this place is the live music. And that night, the music they were playing are some of my favorites! Not sure why it took us long to come back again, but will surely be back!

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    Rob C.

    American fare. Bread service and butter to start. Starters menu like Salads, tuna tartare, and other yummies! Had the ribeye steak and a wedge salad. Both are super yummy! Service is good and attentive. Apropos of Newport Bay. Classy enough and great ambiance but not intimidating at all. And band music serving it up well. Same owners as Bistango in Irvine. Yes, especially when the band plays!

    Matt G.

    I came here for a company event for dinner. I started with a New Old Fashion to drink, which was good. I know it was made with Maker's Mark but it tasted like there was some maraschino cherry puree underneath the large ice cube. It was quite good! We had a pre-set menu for the dinner. I had a spring mix salad with with feta and bleu cheese crumbles, pistachios with balsamic glaze. I had the chicken dish with polenta and spinach. I was impressed with the chicken! It was well seasoned and was cooked properly but was also amazingly juicy! For dessert I had vanilla ice cream with diced strawberries in a strawberry glaze. The ambience was nice and we were in a separate party room. The service was great all the way around! I have no idea how much the event cost but this was a great experience. Five stars!

    Brunch Menu (as of our 6/1/25 visit) offers "Create Your Own" 2 and 3 course options.
    Mike W.

    4.5 Stars Follow up visit with a group of 12. Bayside is in a nice location offering wonderful ambiance, and very nice views of the bay, boats, and waterfront homes from inside, as well as the covered patio. They had live music (guitarist/singer on our visit) and they offer free valet parking (tips appreciated). SERVICE: Larry waited on us again, and once again the service was excellent. As before, he was kind enough to provide separate checks for our group, and they didn't add a mandatory tip, as many restaurants do with larger parties. I would suggest that you ask about this upfront, so there's no miscommunications. I did have one pet peeve with one of the assistant waitstaff who kept trying to remove plates/glasses without asking if people were done. Easily handled with some additional training. DRINKS: They have a full bar and fantastic wine list. The brunch menu offers two options for bottomless mimosas: a Wycliff Sparkling Brut ($15) from California, and a GH Mumm Brut ($30) from France, along with orange, cranberry, and grapefruit juice to mix. Once again, I had a Spicy Southern Bloody Mary ($16), which was loaded with crispy bacon, olives, and a giant celery stalk...a meal in itself. I also had a glass of Justin Cabernet Sauvignon ($16) with my meal. FOOD: They changed up the brunch menu a little, offering a "Create Your Own" 2-course ($34) or 3-course ($39) option (plus $$ for a couple entrée items). For a group of our size, the orders came out quickly, and the portions were plenty. I felt that the food was better this year, maybe a new chef or kitchen staff? We tried the multi-course option going with a Bayside House Salad ($14) and California Omelette ($24), with tomato, avocado, spinach, and gruyere cheese, and a side of breakfast potatoes. Also tried the Roasted Red Beets ($15), Steak & Eggs ($37), and the NY Style Cheesecake ($13). A friend had the Caesar Salad ($14) and Ora King Salmon ($46). Others in the group tried various entrees and everyone seemed to thoroughly enjoy their selections. Another nice brunch experience with very good service. I would recommend Bayside for either an intimate or casual meal, or for a group event. We'll be back!

    Nikolai T.

    It was a really nice experience! First time coming by and I can happily say that I'd much rather dine here than competing restaurant sapori up the road, A nice table was readily available to me and the service I received by our waitress Martina was truly exceptional. The food was hot and delicious and also we were able to enjoy live music with our dinner. I must say , being turned away by sapori was the best thing to happen because I finally had a chance to stop into this beautiful gem of an establishment. I'm happy to say that I will be returning as a regular here. Great experience with my grandmother!

    Special 25th anniversary dinner
    George U.

    Had a nice Valentine's Day Dinner at Bayside on the 14th. Gwendolyn was our server and very nice and professional. We had the prefix menu at $135 a person. My wife started with the Cesar salad and I had the crab cake. We both had tequilla drinks. For our main entree my wife had the Sea Bass and I had the Salmon. Both dishes were very good. The music was amazing with the trio playing some awesome tunes. For desert we had a coffee and both the flour less chocolate cake and the strawberry shortcake. A nice meal, Valet parking and we felt the love in the air. Recommended

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    Justo C.

    Before going to see the summer jazz concert finale, we went to this eatery because they have a great happy hour setup for drinks and food. At half price for food and drinks, that's a pretty good deal. The food was ok - not great but good enough to have a meal before the concert. Their beef slider was delicious though and the oysters were a dollar a piece for the happy hour. We chased that down with a good bottle of red called Earthquake and off we went. The flatbread pizza was so good, the bread and butter appetizer disappeared quickly. The service was outstanding! The young lady server we had was very attentive indeed. She got a good tip. 2 pluses to the place. Great live music at happy hour - jazzy tunes that are very familiar to older folks. The other plus is a shuttle van to the concert venue at the Newport Hyatt. You pay for it but it beats driving and parking your vehicle. It's all good!

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    Angie K.

    Nice deco, good brunch selection, Sunday includes live music. Friendly staff, good portion and well prepared food. Calamari shareable and beet salad are very good. Salmon and the asparagus risotto is very good. Short ribs Benedict is a surprising alternative. Interesting Bloody Mary selection. Our server and wait staff are very attentive and helpful. The performer is very good and welcoming. Definitely cisit if you are in the Newport Beach area.

    Sauteed Tiger Prawns risotto
    Daniela A.

    Sautéed tiger prawns are incredibly good! Love the ambience in Newport Beach. Attentive service.

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    Jason B.

    Definitely a wonderful experience and the food was excellent in both taste and presentation. Service was very attentive and made sure anything you needed was prompt. Great espresso martini as well. Great vibe on a Saturday night for an older crowd but enjoyable for everyone seeking a higher end experience.

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    Eric H.

    We really enjoy the food and service at Bayside Restaurant. In twenty plus years we've never had a bad experience with either. The Rack of Lamb is a favorite along with their house salad and great desserts.

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    Are there any vegan friendly options?

    Bayside is mainly seafood and meat for dinner.

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Yes. It's mostly seafood.

    Hello, do you offer the fix menu and bottomless mimosas on Saturdays?

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