We have been going to Blue Water Grill for years. The food is great and the service is exceptional. We wanted to do a shout out to Ryder. He always comes by greets us and makes us feel at home. He is attentive, polite and friendly. Tim read more

Had a great dinner with friends. He started off with some appetizers, some calamari and some crab and artichoke dip. The artichoke and crab was amazing. The calamari was just OK. It was a piece of a cutlet cut up in a smaller pieces. Nothing that exciting. We also try their ipswich clams and shared them a little bit on the smaller side, but still delicious. For the main entrée, most of us had the fresh halibut and one person had the Sandabs. Everything was delicious and tasty. We also had some Amazing asparagus cooked perfectly. For dessert it was a nice piece of key lime pie. read more

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My husband and I came here on Saturday around 8 pm and surprisingly it was still busy. We were craving some seafood and thought why not try this place out. We sat outside which was a heated patio overlooking the docks. We ordered -raw oysters - seared scallops -ponzu scallops -steamed shellfish -sashimi trio -and a hot lobster roll Of all the dishes our favorite was the steamed shellfish. It was half mussels half clams in a garlic white wine sauce. Delicious! Oysters were also very fresh, I feel like you can never go wrong with those. The ponzu scallops were good I just wish there was more ponzu sauce to it. The other three we could've skipped. The seared scallops were ok, half of them didn't even look like they were seared and the bacon topping tasted burnt. The sashimi trio was also ok, it just looked like they sliced some fish and threw it on a plate. The yellowtail was good but it wasn't anything to write home about. The hot lobster roll was a huge disappointment. The lobster was overcooked tasted almost like rubbery. I believe the meat was suppose to be dressed with butter, but to us it tasted like nothing was on it. The meat was also shredded and just stringy there was no actual meat pieces. All in all would we come back? Maybe, if we were out in the water and wanted to grab a bite. Our waiter though was very nice and helpful, he was always coming to check in on us. read more

Bluewater Grill - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I really wanted to love Bluewater Grill, but this was a disappointing experience. The ambiance and staff were the best parts--great atmosphere and friendly, attentive service. Unfortunately, the food didn't match. We started with calamari and scallops with jalapeño aioli. The calamari was good, but the scallops were bland and underwhelming For mains, we had the gem pasta with shrimp and scallops, a steak (ordered medium), and clam chowder. The pasta was the only dish with decent flavor. Everything else fell flat. The steak was especially frustrating. It came out almost raw, and even the server acknowledged it was undercooked. The side of scalloped potatoes were terrible, no flavor and not worth ordering. After sending it back, it returned completely overcooked and inedible. On top of that, the flavor was lacking. Overall, aside from the ambiance and service, the meal was very forgettable. I had high expectations, which made it even more disappointing. read more

We loved this restaurant! Our party of 10 dined in for a bachelorette party, and we were lucky to have an amazing waitress (Brittany) who was so attentive and kind. Everything we ordered was delicious, including drinks and food! We requested to sit outside and they were able to accommodate, which I'm so glad they did. The outside area was beautiful at night and we appreciated the space heaters that kept us warm. read more

Bluewater Grill - Oysters! - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Pains me to write a poor review for this restaurant but it needs improvement. For one, I made a reservation and included in the special occasion text box that this was for a birthday. This was no acknowledgement of this by the hostess or the waiter at all, and I thought a nice restaurant in Newport would at least mention it for customer service sake. Two, there was an open table outside and I asked that our small party be seated in fresh air, so we can get the nice view of the boats. I was told there are no tables outside available. I pointed to an empty table and was told it was "reserved." I had a reservation too, and the entire time we were seated inside, no one sat in the table outside. Three, as most waiters do, our waiter asked if we'd like anything to drink. My party and I don't drink alcohol, so we asked for waters to start while we figure out what food we wanted to order. Our waiter seemed annoyed that we did not order cocktails. Later we ordered a few appetizers to share, and he said "was that it for you all, or did you want to order anything else?" This question was offensive, as if he assumed we were not going to order much/spend money on dinner. Later on, a person in the party asked to cancel a dish and she explained that she wanted to order something else in exchange and he was visibly surprised as he assumed she just wanted to go without her own dish. Everyone at the table agreed that he was rude and condescending. Four, ambiance inside needs improvement. A water cup was chipped, and the chairs looked worn. They need to update the interior. We asked for a small bowl to eat some clams, and the bowl we were given was stained. Five, ciopinno dish had overcooked and shriveled mussels and clams. I will say I love the bread, the steamed shellfish starter was a big portion and flavorful, a the fried calamari was excellent. The scallops were rich in flavor with the fried onions and mushrooms, and the seared ahi tuna dish had high remarks and was well seasoned. The pesto pasta dish with scallops and shrimp was absolutely delicious and indulgent. It is a shame the service and ambiance detracted from the experience. Also parking is a nightmare so just give in and use valet. read more

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Have been here many times and always have fabulous food & service. The views are amazing of the Newport harbor. Today my server was excellent told me they had added gumbo to the menu again ; being from New Orleans. I decided that I should try it. I have to admit it was very tasty. It had awesome andouille sausage in it shrimp chicken, okra, and tomatoes which I don't normally put in my gumbo. The gumbo was outstanding. It was a large enough bowl. I will have four meals out of it. the cost was $32 but since I'm gonna get five meals out of it, that's pretty good price for gumbo. They have the best sourdough bread, and I had a order of calamari, which was delicious. read more

Bluewater Grill - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Let's start with the food was tasty, not mind blowing but tasty. The evening we went there were no specials so we ordered straight from the menu. The menu has many choices and if you like seafood you are sure to find something you enjoy. The ambiance is very casual. The booths and tables remind me of a diner. The location tho is super nice. Parking is difficult to find so you may have to valet for a $7 fee. The service was simply awful. We went there for my birthday. We had a party of 6 with a reservation. The restaurant was virtually empty when we went so there seemed to be many table choices. Unfortunately we were given a booth, which we did not want, and when we asked for a round table or other table we were told no. It was not until we were walking out to go to the restaurant next door were we given a different table. The waiter was not attentive and didn't seem to know the menu. When we asked for something or a question he would disappear for 15 minutes or so. We were literally sitting at the table without ordering for over 1/2 an hour. Fortunately they did at least bring us water. This service continued throughout the meal. Do not think I need to return :( read more

Bluewater Grill - Crab Louie - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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The Bluewater Grill was the perfect spot for dinner after we visited the New Port Pier. We were seated immediately and dined outside. They serve complimentary sourdough bread with butter. I ordered the cup of New England chowder soup. My husband ordered the fisherman's platter and we had some calamari. Everything is fresh. The swordfish is caught fresh. I like that they kids meals was served in cute bento boxes and with fresh fruit. Our waitress, Woody, was so professional and attentive. read more

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We dined in on a weekday for lunch and sat by the water. The server was very attentive and provided excellent hospitality. The view of the boats was calming and the weather was perfect for outdoor dining. The fresh sourdough bread and butter they brought out while we looked over the menu was tasty. For our entrees, we ordered the fried seafood platter with fries and the trout amandine with scalloped potatoes and green beans. Our food was brought to the table shortly after ordering. Everything was delicious and the portions were generous. We will definitely return. It was a great spot for the food and views. read more

Bluewater Grill - Trout Amadine - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Appetizers saved the meal! I would suggest ordering more appetizers instead of opting for a dinner plate. Appetizers ranked in my favorite order 1. Scallops -raw 2.Octopus 3. Mussels and chorizo (not pictured) 4. Oysters Rockefeller All were 4-5 star good. Clam chowder was okay-nothing spectacular. Wedge salad was super fresh. If you were to order a main entree, the swordfish was great and the fried plate was also good (tartar sauce 5/5) but all other entrees were forgettable Service was good no complaints at all. read more

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The day after Disneyland after swimming at our hotel after a late check out we built a cool appetite. This was our actual last day in California before we head back to Vegas. A quick idea since we were in the Anaheim area was to head to Newport Beach to have a final lunch. Didn't want to overthink it so we stumbled upon Bluewater Grill. 30 minute drive from our hotel when we got there the ambiance was very stunning. Beautiful boats and the scenery was amazing not to mention during spring the weather was phenomenal. With all the competition along this beautiful coastal beach area the food here was grade A. Before we ordered food just getting sat down soaking up the vibes was surreal. Imagine sitting right next to the beach along a boatyard with beautiful boats and beneath is the ocean looking down you can see jellyfish as well as other species so cool the kids loved it. The service was great no issues. We ordered the trio sashimi, mussels with chorizo, and fish and chips something simple they had an extended menu with all types of fare mostly seafood and specialize in fish as well. Before we even got our food we ordered some cocktails one called the pain reliever and a Pacifico off tap hit the spot with this spread. They also brought bread and butter and omg this was the best bread and butter I've had in a long time so crunchy and soft and was delicious. The sashimi was fresh and delicious. The fish and chips were ok nothing out of the ordinary. But the mussels with chorizo was amazing came with garlic bread to dip in the sauce so good it's a must try. We will be definitely be coming back to try more of the items there if your in the Newport Beach area Bluewater Grill is a must try! read more

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If you're looking for consistently great seafood in Newport Beach, Bluewater Grill is it. We've been coming here for years and it never disappoints. The ponzu scallops are my go-to. Perfectly prepared every time. The sand dabs are another standout if you want something simple done right. You can tell the fish is fresh and they don't overcomplicate things. It's also one of our favorite spots to bring the kids. They love the kids bento boxes and the staff is always great with families. Not every nice seafood spot pulls that off. Solid food, consistent quality, and a spot the whole family enjoys. Can't ask for much more than that.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Bluewater Grill - Ponzu scallops - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This was an amazing lunch spot in Newport Beach! I loved eating outside on their porch by the water and taking in the views and great weather. All of the seafood they have here is amazing. They bring out delicious, warm sourdough to start. I had the Seared Tuna salad which was such an interesting combination of flavors. I loved the freshness of the tuna and the addition of the hummus. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 was because our server was a bit unfriendly and not the best but there was a manager that kept coming around and was so kind so I'm sure she was trying to make up for that. read more

Met family while visiting Newport Coast for an early dinner or as we like to say "Linner". Great location on the water and it was a perfect afternoon to dine al fresco and catch up. Really enjoyed the interior decor with many black and white photos of the location in its early days, historical photos and celebrity fishing photos. Great bar area and dining outside on the deck was very nice located over the channel. Our server was happy and did a very good job helping us out with our orders. We started with a Calamari appetizer for the table which was very good served with a house-made tartar sauce and sweet chili sauce. Our entrees came out all together, hot and plentiful. Prices were reasonable and really enjoyed the location with a view. Definitely worth a try if you are looking for something outside while enjoying the sun and ocean air. A full bar with marvelous house specialties. I will return to try some more of the delizioso items on the menu. Thank you for doing a job well done Bluewater Grill, and I will see you again! Delizioso e tutti, Mangiamo! read more

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This has become a destination work lunch spot for us. This restaurant has a great combination of location (in the marina waterfront), good food, and fast service. Posted my first review of Blue Water over 8 years ago and happy to say it's just as good now. The service is prompt, seafood fresh & cooked well, and one of the best outdoor tables in OC. Also has one of the best tartar sauces money can buy. read more

Bluewater Grill - New England Clam Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I've been coming to the Bluewater for years and it's always been one of my favorites! A big reason is Bill. He's hands down one of the best bartenders around. He's friendly, attentive, and makes everyone feel like a regular. I just got back into town and they tell me Bill is gone. Honestly it just isn't the same. Bill brought such a great energy to the place and so many of us miss him. read more

The Bluewater Grill in Lido Island, Newport Beach is a beautiful location for dining. You get the cool ocean breezes when dining on the patio. Where we sat there wasn't really a view of the harbor, but it was till very nice. We are frequent customers of their Temecula location and we almost always have a great meal and great service. Same goes for this location. They serve complementary crusty bread and butter. Their clam chowder claims to be the best in the area, and I have to agree, it's pretty good. Appetizers on this day was artichoke crab dip, which was rich, cheesy and just right heat for me from the jalepenos (though it was too spicy for some at our table). We also ordered crab cakes, which is always a crowd pleaser. Several of us ordered their Miysoyaki Cod and we all enjoyed it. Overall, our meals were pretty good. There is a $7 valet parking fee. Considering limited parking and summer crowds, this is a good deal and less stress than having to find your own parking. We actually walked to the restaurant after a cruise on Paradiso, which shares their parking lot. This was super convenient for us. read more

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We stumbled across Bluewater Grill in Newport Beach around 5pm on a Friday and at first thought, "Wow... a restaurant in Newport that isn't packed?" Well... that didn't last long. Within an hour the place was absolutely bustling, and after eating here it was easy to see why. First off, the service was phenomenal. Not the forced, overly scripted kind you sometimes get at nicer restaurants -- it felt like we were being taken care of by a good friend or family member. Friendly, genuine, and attentive without hovering. We sat outside overlooking the water, and even though it was a bit chilly, they immediately turned on the heating lamps which made it super comfortable. The view alone made the experience feel special. Now for the food. I had the blackened swordfish, and wow -- easily one of the best fish dishes I've had in a long time. The flavor balance was incredible and knowing the fish was freshly caught off Catalina made it feel like a true coastal gourmet meal. We started with oysters, and let's just say they were so good they lasted about two minutes before disappearing. My wife and mother-in-law ordered the salmon with scalloped potatoes, and it was unbelievable. The salmon was melt-in-your-mouth tender, the potatoes were rich and perfectly cooked, and the chimichurri sauce brought everything together beautifully. The drinks weren't anything extraordinary, but they were solid and definitely did the job. To finish things off we had crème brûlée, and it was fantastic -- perfectly torched top, creamy center, exactly how you want it. Overall this was one of those memorable dinner experiences you don't forget -- great service, amazing seafood, beautiful views, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to come back again and again. We'll definitely be back. read more

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Blue Water is delicious! My partner and I had Elias as our Waiter and he was on point! Very Friendly and attentive. perfect spot for a romantic valentines day dinner. The food was amazing and fresh. Will be returning. cheers read more

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We had a wonderful lunch here today. Shared Manhattan Clam Chowder & a never-ending pot of steamed clams! Everything was great. Love the fact that they serve a piping hot bread & butter upon our arrival. The bread was great sourdough. We are finishing off our meal with a traditional, Mud Pie. Yippee! read more

Bluewater Grill - Pot of never-ending Clams! And Bubby! - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Imagine my surprise when I come back from an extended holiday and find out my favorite bartender Bill is no longer employed. It is noticeably different without him and all of us regular patrons want to say he was really appreciated and is missed by all of us. We love Heather, Holly and Natalie, but Bill was the best! read more

I'll start with the good news! We parked our boat at their public dock and enjoyed lunch on a perfect Sunday afternoon. All of our food was very, very good. I always love stopping by here. We started off with Arnold Palmers 10/10, bread 10/10, and the Surfrider roll 10/10. I'm slowly learning to love seafood and I braved it and ordered the Gemelli Pasta (9/10). My boyfriend ordered the fish and chips...he said 8-9/10! We were sat down and not seen for nearly 15 minutes. I would've been okay with this if I didn't watch another table be sat down and attended to immediately multiple times. It seemed like we were forgotten about pretty often. Our waitress was very kind when she did come. She had some tables inside and larger parties. I'm sure she was doing her best. Not sure if we will be coming back on a weekend just due to the service! read more

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The food was outstanding. Fresh, and delicious, with seasonal specials that were irresistible. We tried the seared Ahi, oysters on the half shell, a wedge salad, clam chowder, and would order every one of them again. There is a full bar with great cocktail choices. I tried a non-alcoholic containing coconut margarita that could have substituted as a dessert. It was so good. Service was great, both efficient and friendly. We sat at the bar and watched the chef prepare all sorts of fresh entrées with skill and attention to detail. This was nice to see while we enjoyed our meal. The restaurant is located right on the bay. If you're staying in Newport Beach, near Lido Isle, it is a nice walk to the restaurant. Sunset is really beautiful. read more

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Had dinner the other night at Bluewater Grill. They have really good seafood with very good customer service. It's kind of nostalgic, as a child, this was the old Delaney's. I highly suggest their Fisherman's platter with a nice bowl of New England clam chowder. Also, the remodel they did is absolutely beautiful. read more

Bluewater Grill - Fisherman's platter. I substituted the coleslaw for rice. - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Great experience dining at Bluewater Grill. Service is superb , tasty dishes and of course a wonderful vibe. As soon as we set down we were really impressed by the menu , there are so many options , very diverse culinary journey. They have everything when it comes to seafood , pasta, salads , sushi and much more. We had Louie salad , Clam Chowder , Norwegian Salmon and Scallop Mushroom Pasta - let me just say that everything was prepared to the highest standards and it had very fresh taste, they use high quality ingredients. When it comes to service - this is where they stand out , we were served by Rich , he has great attitude towards guests and he genuinely cares. Service is efficient and courteous. Thank you so much Bluewater and Mr Rich for such welcoming experience, we will visit you next time we are in Newport Beach !! read more

Bluewater Grill in Newport Beach, it has been a very, very long time! I've been here before (LONG before my Yelp days) and it was a real treat coming back again during my trip to California. Since they're located right on the water, they have their own dock where people can easily park their boats, big or small. My dad and I met up with some friends here for lunch on a Monday afternoon, where we came down from our hotel in Anaheim. This place is on the more luxurious side of Newport Beach, and I was surprised to see that it wasn't packed at all, despite the fact that it was noon on the dot and that there were a lot of boats parked outside. It's been such a long time since I've been back here that I don't even remember what I had last time. The usual bread and butter came out while we looked at the menu. But don't worry, I didn't fill up on bread! My dad and friends got themselves a glass of white wine while I just stuck with a casual margarita. The margarita, served with a lime wedge on the salted rim, is one of my favorite drinks to have when I'm at an outing, so this was really good. I didn't know they served sushi until this visit! Being quite the sushi lover myself, I got myself the California Roll as a little appetizer, which was excellent. However, I had a hard time deciding what I should have for my entree because there were so many choices, so I asked our waitress for recommendations. She recommended the swordfish, in which I agreed to try. Other entrees included at our table were fish tacos, soup, and some sort of fish and salad dish that I don't remember the name of. The swordfish, served with rice and topped with chopped pineapple, was absolutely excellent! It had that nice, tender, crispy taste to it. My dad and friends also commented on how they liked their entrees, too. I tried not to fill up on bread and butter so I could have extra room for both the sushi and the swordfish. Bluewater Grill knows how to make some seriously yummy seafood, even sushi. This is a place that I definitely want to come back to again for lunch. read more

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Beautiful water front view! Sat outside on the porch. They brought out delicious sour dough bread. I had the salad with crab meat on it. Very good and fresh. Healthy options. Huge portions. Service was ok but not great. read more

Bluewater Grill over the last 2 months has gone nuts . New manager , clearly doesn't have a clue . He's firing all the key people that make this place Bluewater!!! absolutely ridiculous. read more

We came for graduation dinner for my daughter and her friend.Excellent service! For starters we had manhattan (red) and normal chowder,so good! We had shrimp pasta,sushi,fish n chips and salmon salad. read more

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My daughter has tried this place with her friends, and she liked it. She wanted me to try it so she selected the restaurant for our double Mother's day celebration. The room is nice and the location is great. You can see the water right across from the window. As we came at sunset, it is nice to the sunlight went down. The quality and quantity of the foods are great. I especially enjoyed my pesto sauce going with my rice and the butterfish seems fresh. My friend ordered blackened swordfish and she enjoyed it too. We all loved the seafood salad, and enjoyed generous fresh shrimps within it. The guy at front desk is so nice to offer to take pictures for us. This is a restaurant I would come when I crave for typical American seafood with normal recipes. I would have given it a five star if it's not me who enjoys more creative tasteful food. read more

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My wife and I are regulars at Bluewater Grill, I've been coming here since it was Delaneys, we always sit at the bar because of Bill, the bartender. We just got here and found out there's new management and they let Bill go....... The vibe is totally off, the other regulars that we always see are not here anymore because Bill is not here, unfortunately, we won't be coming back. They need to get rid of the new management before this place starts circling the drain. We'll be finding another place to spend our money. read more

Great food, great seating, great view. Wow! This place is quickly becoming one of mt favorite places to dine!

Went here for a business lunch. The other attendee is a regular here. We sat outside. Service was great. We both had the sanddabs. I'm not a huge seafood person but they're were light and fresh. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. It's right on the dock We walked here so I didn't pay attention to the parking. I did appreciate that the waiter did warn us of the meter people being out front read more

Outdoor seating gives a nice view of boats and water and can enjoy a nice cool breeze. Servers are friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, specials and helped with food allergy questions. Crab and artichoke dip was warm and the jalapeño gave a nice spice paired with all the cream cheese. Sea bass is good but not as moist or flaky as with a Chilean sea bass. Bothnpreparafuons are very good. Trout almandine was moist and tender. Flavorful green beans and very tasty scalloped potatoes. Marble potatoes as a side were overcooked making them dry. read more

Bluewater Grill - Gold Sea Bass with peaches and citrus - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The only reason this place is getting 3 stars is because of the location and the free sourdough bread. Besides that the food was pretty awful. My kid loves burgers and he barely ate half of his burger and when I tried it I understood why!! The kids burger wasn't even good. Worst espresso martini I've ever had in my life. The brick chicken was dry and wasn't flavorful. The lobster roll was average at best. read more

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The location and atmosphere are great. The food however leaves a lot to be desired. Small portions, and overpriced mediocre food makes it hard to swallow. read more

Revisited with family and the portions seemed smaller than before. We came on a weekday afternoon and it wasn't too busy yet we only saw our waiter when ordering and for checkout. The bussers were more helpful while clearing out plates, refilling our waters & bringing us bread refills, flagging down waiters, etc. At the end of the day, it unfortunately doesn't seem as good as it used to be. read more

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We enjoyed our dinner tonight in the bar, but truly missed the most amazing bartender, Billy. We were so sad to hear he's no longer part of your team. Every time we walked in, it felt a bit like "Cheers" , a place with great drinks, great food, and an iconic bartender who made it all come together. He created such a welcoming, memorable experience, and his presence is definitely missed. Bring him back! read more

We are big fans - ALWAYS - Hard to beat the location on the water, and the food is outstanding. We have probably had everything on the menu - cant go wrong with any dish and the portions are more than generous. read more