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    Bear Flag Fish

    3.9 (1.7k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    BEAR FLAG FISH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups

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    Dave L.

    What an incredible location. The ocean is right there. The decor is amazing. The ocean breeze, the beautiful fish on display, the friendly helpers are all there to lure you in. It is a fun place to have lunch. The chowder arrived. We enjoyed it, but it tasted like they added too much flour. Okay, now comes our fish burritos. It is a cold flour tortilla, filled with plain white rice, cold beans, lettuce, fish and avocado. The taste was plain, meh. The fish was not seasoned at all. Not even salt. Why not season the fish? Add some cheese? Some pico? Some corn? Some pickled onions? Anything to add flavor? Chipolte has a much better burrito at half the price. All promise, but no substance.

    Wild King Salmon small fish plate
    Firas S.

    Poke here is always fresh. Their seafood is some of the freshest you can find. The fish market sells fresh cuts of whatever is in season and never disappoints. Great location and atmosphere for some healthy fish. The sides are customizable to fit any diet. Healthy and well portioned entrees, an easy pick. Staff is extremely friendly and the service is quick and reliable.

    Bear Flag Burrito with Brown Rice
    Michelle C.

    Bear Flag is my favorite spot to go to, especially the PCH location since you can view the ocean from some of the tables. The food consistently tastes fresh, and the quality keeps me coming back. The only downside is the parking situation, it's almost always a challenge, especially during busy hours. My favorite order is the Bear Flag Burrito. The fish is always fresh and gets a nice sear, which adds great flavor and texture. I do wish they were a little more generous with the Cajun seasoning, though, as the fish could use a bit more spice and depth. The half-pound tuna poke is another staple for me. The tuna is consistently fresh and marinated with shoyu sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, and scallions, creating a simple but delicious flavor that lets the quality of the fish shine. I always pair it with their chips, which are incredibly crunchy. That said, I feel like the chips changed about a year or two ago. They used to be thicker and sturdier, which made them perfect for scooping up poke. The current version still tastes good, but they seem to break more easily, and I definitely prefer the original chips. Overall, Bear Flag continues to deliver fresh seafood and satisfying meals. Despite the parking headaches and a few minor tweaks I'd love to see, it's still the best spot for poke and fish burritos/tacos in OC.

    Build your own bowl
    Amanjot K.

    One of my favorite places that compare to poke from Hawaii! I've been to 2 of their locations and quality is always consistent and unmatched. The menu is great and all the food is so fresh and flavorful. The staff are always so friendly and even give suggestions if asked. It's a casual spot so there is seating indoors, in the patio and outdoors as well. Their sushi is delicious and so is their clam chowder. It's a must if you're looking for fresh fish!

    Manda N.

    Killer fish burritos and ceviche!! The poke is also a solid. Can get pretty packed but the food comes out quite swiftly once you've ordered. Would definitely return & recommend!

    New England Clam Chowder
    Denise J.

    I stopped by yesterday at 8:29pm They close at 9:00pm The cashier Reese R. (Her name was on my receipt) was so kind and bubbly even though it was late in the evening, I ordered the New England clam chowder and one Bear Flag Taco To Go. My clam chowder was given to me quick. So I sat down and took a spoonful of the clam chowder while waiting for the Bear Flag Taco. Big mistake though ....I should've ordered 2 Bear Flag Tacos. I'll be back Bear Flag Fish.

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    Tiffany N.

    Love bear flag so much. This is actually the first location I've ever visited. Typically get the ceviche but have tried other items on the menu like the burrito! Such fresh fish. You can never get anything better anywhere else!

    Bella H.

    We had an amazing experience at Bear Flag! The poke was fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. We also ordered a Hugo Spritz and a margarita, and both were incredibly refreshing and paired perfectly with the food. One great tip: if bar seats are available, you can skip the line and grab a seat right away. Great food, great drinks, and a great atmosphere--we'll definitely be back!

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    Srihan B.

    I came in there were big fish decorations at the ceiling, it looked beautiful. The inside area had tons of paintings and a big inside seating, but the outdoor seating is beautiful and right by these gated houses with beautiful houses The food came out quick, service was good I only saw someone at the checkout table I got the salmon 1/4 lb for 17$ (1/2 was 21$, I wish I got that) and I got cucumber, soybeans, furikake, and crunchy chili garlic. I honestly didn't notice that they didn't give me crunchy chili garlic until I wrote this, which made me quite upset. The furikake seasoning was almost nothing, so I essentially only got cucumber and soybeans. The cucumber was okay not like a ton of sauce to go with them (I got Tommy sauce) so I'm not that happy with that, the soybeans were good. I got the crunchy chili garlic later, and it's pretty good. Update: I tried my friends bowl and it was so much better than mine. I am incredibly upset with how little flavor I got, as well as the size of my bowl (apart from the fish). Maybe it's the salmon, or what I chose, but get the tuna and make sure you get your stuff. The greens are quite good. This place is good, but my service and food experience was upsetting. I am giving it a 3, it could definitely be a 4 or 4.5.

    Ahi Tuna Loke, Bear flag taco, bear flag burrito
    Brian N.

    Bearflags has always been my go to spot whenever I'm around the Crystal Cove for the last 10. I could say it wouldn't be a successful beach day without bearflags !! My go to order is always the bearflags burrito and either half a pound of salmon or tuna. This time I went with the tuna. Ahi Tuna Poke - it's not your traditional Hawaiian seasoned poke. But it sure is good. I think the seasoning goes perfectly with chips. The ahi tuna was nice and firm and paired will with the seasoning. Bearflags burrito - Was the star of the lunch! The burrito was filled with beans and rice and pico and avocados with their Tommy sauce. All in combination with the charred blackened flavor on the fish. My go to. I recommend getting their El Yucatera salsa from the counter to go with it !

    Laura S.

    I eat at this Bear Flag a few times a month and the fish is always good. The poke is fresh, the entrees, tacos, veggies, burritos and chowder, are all very good. The line usually goes through the restaurant and out the door to the sidewalk! It's worth the wait for a good, casual meal in a nice location.

    Dark and Stormy
    Brian M.

    Bear Flag is always amazing. We stoped by after some shopping at Fashion Island with the family. There is usually a line but it moves pretty quick and it's worth the wait. During your wait, you can decide what kind of meal you are craving. They always have a good selection of fish available. We started with a grilled artichoke (5/5) - grilled perfectly with a nice garlic aioli for dipping. For my main, I had the ahi poke burrito (5/5) - poke tasted fresh and the burrito is huge - I took half home for lunch the next day. I also tasted the spicy poke bowl (3/5) - poke tasted fresh but it was just too spicy for me to enjoy. I like spicy poke and eat a bunch in Hawaii but this was too much for me. If you love spicy, then this is probably for you. We will absolutely continue to come back.

    Half pounder of Salmon and chips and some Tommy sauce
    Rob C.

    Love this place. Busy as can be especially weekends and in general. Food is good including their bear flag taco and their rolls.! You can also get oysters, shrimp, and a bunch of other seafood items like poke, shrimp, fish and other seafood type goods! All good! The place does have ample seating but this place has become popular especially after their last remodel as this place serves their customer purposes well. Good location, good vibes and good food! Beware that parking can sometimes be challenging because it is a small plaza in general and there are other places to eat as well. We've been here when Chris, Dillon, Frank and now Jake has been great! Verdict is a yeaaas!!

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    Ask the Community - Bear Flag Fish

    How is the parking?

    Competitive🤣

    Are there any specials during the week?

    What time are you closing tonight , Christmas Eve?

    Why are closed right now?

    It says on here that they are, but they are not.

    What time for taco tuesday specials?

    Is the Crystal Cove location open? Website won't allow online orders.

    Yes - they're open! I've noticed that they turn off online ordering when it's really busy

    What's their Taco Tuesday like?

    $2 Bear Flag Tacos (Panko Crusted White fish tacos)

    How do you sauté the veggies or what dressing do you use?

    The sautéed veggies had a nice char and really plain seasoning

    Will you be open Christmas night?

    Is the spicy sauce for poke mayo based?

    Yes it is

    Are the tortillas for the tacos gluten free?

    Yes they are

    Do they serve halibut or Cod?

    Yes

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    I absolutely loved my experience at the sushi bar! I felt very welcomed and accommodated…read more I had the spicy roll with Ineda. The baby yellowtail was so buttery. I loved the spicy chili oil and the fish combination. The shrimp tempura adds another layer of smoothness! Overall a very satisfying roll. I was also offered the Tako sashimi. The octopus was creamy and tasted beautiful. I love the soft and chewy combination. I have always had a deep love for octopus. The service is wonderful. I had a very fun experience. It is extremely lively but you are able to get your food very fast and your beer even quicker!

    We've been coming here for years! The salmon and tuna poke are a local staple. The fish tacos and…read moreentrees are fresh and simple. Lately, I've noticed a decline in quality and quantity of the fish. In my handrolls, I've noticed there is barely any fish. Basically, the front of the hand roll looks full. As you're taking a bite, the handroll is narrow, seaweed is chewy, and lacks rice too. Feels poorly put together. The salmon poke would have odd/uneven chopped pieces. Texture of some of the raw fish was questionable at times. Grilled fish is usually lightly seasoned. I love this location. You can't see the beach but you are close enough to stop by one. Lots of seating. Decent cocktails. Parking can be hit or miss depending on the time/day. Service is also hit or miss. Not that anyone is awful. If you're looking to try something new and ask for a recommendation, you can tell if someone is having a bad/long day. I wouldn't write this place off just yet but I wouldn't be racing to come back here again anytime soon when there are better seafood options in the area.

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    Ocean to table seafood in Lido Marina Village featuring freshly caught fish and bold coastal flavors at Bear Flag Fish Company in Newport Be
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    Hook & Anchor

    4.5
    (2.4k reviews)
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    Finally was able to try this place. Kept driving by it when we have water polo tournaments in…read moreNewport. Outdoor seating is nice, especially when the weather is sunny and it's not too hot. Inside is spacious. Loved the Aqua colored glass chandelier. They have a great cocktail menu! I wish I had time to enjoy a drink because they looked good when I saw a waiter delivering drinks to other tables. Our server, Abbie, was gracious and friendly. She was attentive to us and to all her other tables. Never skipped a beat on what part of the meal her customers were at (ordering, mid-meal, refills, dessert, paying, etc.) We ordered: A bowl of clam chowder - creamy and flavorful. Good amount of clams. A side salad - my hubby and I couldn't agree on dressing so Abbie brought both for us on the side. 3-piece fish and chips - crispy fish batter, not too thick. It's mahi-mahi so it's meatier than the typical cod. Fries were perfectly cooked and seasoned. Doused all of this goodness with their malt vinegar. We recommended this place to the other water polo families. Hopefully they stopped by too. I will definitely return! Thank you.

    My friends and I were craving lobster roll, so we decided to pick Hook and Anchor since it has been…read moreon our bucket list to try! We got the lobster mac & cheese, fish & chips, and 4oz lobster roll. The Mac & Cheese was good, but I didn't like the choice of the noodle. The pasta was a bit undercooked, but the lobster was good. The batter for the fish and chips is so good, but the fish was a bit dry. I would def come back for the lobster roll. Lobster was fresh and the brioche bun was buttery! The lobster roll was def the high light! The ambiance was nice! Def a cute date spot for couple to go on a night out. Service was a bit slow for how empty the restaurant was.

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