This Fourth of July weekend we were looking for a great place to sit on the patio near our bikes we…read morerented, pleasantly surprised, we sat on the patio overlooking the sailboats in the bay. Wonderful service by Mary and the fish and chips were absolutely delicious. My husband is from Seattle so we are used to good seafood and it was a wonderful pitstop on our bike ride.

Lighthouse has an amazing location with beautiful ocean views. The beach is right there to enjoy,…read moreand there's a park nearby, making it a great spot to relax before or after your meal. I was mildly disappointed with a few things, though. The lobster roll was delicious and definitely the highlight of the meal. The chips were just okay. My latte, unfortunately, was one of the worst I've had... it tasted like milk with just a splash of coffee. The staff was very kind and happily replaced it with an Americano, which was much better. One inconvenience was the restroom situation. The closest bathrooms were by the lighthouse, which is a bit of a walk. I only wanted to rinse the lobster off my fingers, so I ended up using a glass of water outside instead. The service was friendly and accommodating, and the food had some strong points, but the disappointing coffee and lack of convenient restrooms kept this from being a higher-rated experience. I would give it a 3.5 star but since its not allowed, the experience was pleasant enough for a 4. Prices were decent id say

Love the atmosphere...food was amazing and the service was exceptional. Will definitely returnread more

Best Happy Hour in Newport Beach!…read more We had such a great experience at Woody's Wharf! Amanda was our server, and she was incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. The views are amazing, especially with a great view of Newport Pier, and there was plenty of shaded outdoor seating, which made it even more enjoyable. The happy hour food and drink prices are honestly some of the best you'll find in Newport Beach you really can't beat the value! I also love that happy hour runs until 6 PM, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the food, drinks, and waterfront atmosphere without feeling rushed. Great food, great prices, beautiful views, and excellent service. I will definitely be returning!

Went for dinner and it was so good, we went back for breakfast a few days later. Great food and…read moreservice in a relaxed environment.

Terrific restaurant. We always visit when we're in Newport Beach. Southern style cooking and the…read morebest Bloody Marys anywhere.

A perfect restaurant for a night out!…read more I would honestly give a 5/5 in all areas to The Dock, the food was exquisite and the staff were all very friendly and attentive. The space is a bit small but very lovely and you can see the harbor right from where you eat. There's even a private walkway you can go to and take pictures or enjoy the scenery. We got the halibut, scallops, lamb, duck, and (not pictured here) the soup de jour which, for us, was the gazpacho. Overall I would say everything was a delight to eat, everything was tender, juicy, and had just the right amount of sauce and toppings. For me, the soup was the stand out though, one of the best gazpachos I've ever had and I'm not usually a cold soup kind of person. The dock is an upscale seafood restaurant that I believe may use French inspired techniques? Which I would say is the only critique I could have of it. Everything was so tender and perfect, some dishes started feeling a little one note (a very very good note though). There were a variety of ingredients that came on all the plates that, but felt like they never veered far enough to create a more interesting balance for the palate. A classic complaint of my steak too juicy, my lobster too buttery. But technique-wise everything was executed perfectly but I would say if you are more of an adventurous eater you should definitely talk to your waiter/waitress and ask for their advice. Would definitely recommend for any special occasion or if you want enjoy the most fork (dare I even say, spoon) tender meal of your life.

Reservations are necessary. We told the hostess this was our first time here and had requested a…read moretable close to the harbor... she remarked that 'everyone' wants a close table to the harbor so ...no for us. Ha! Seating is very close to other tables ... our 'neighbors' were loud and boisterous... we found it hard to converse and even relax until they left. We normally share a dinner and there are added charges for that... $5. for the first share. $8. for the 2nd. No biggie... we prefer small plates. The food was very good. The service was fine...There is lots of competition for that in Newport. Shorebird is much roomier, has the same view, validated parking and great food as well. You have to REALLY love The Dock to go again and they are normally booked up so many do!

Great evening at The Shorebird! Huge place with plenty of indoor and patio seating with beautiful…read morebay views. SERVICE: Excellent service. Our server was super attentive and put up with our nonsense ;) She provided great suggestions for food and drinks! FOOD: As you can see, we ate a lot of different things. Our favs? Balboa roll, Salmon Mignon, and those crispy potatoes!! Great place for a group dinner or a nice date night!

Brought a friend and her family here to celebrate a milestone birthday on a Saturday afternoon…read more We were really hoping to sit in the patio, or at least near it but, unfortunately we were sat at a booth alongside the interior wall. Totally understandable as it's peak summer, and a weekend, they get busy. The restaurant was hot and humid. Now I'm sure they have AC, and even with all the windows and patio doors being open, they really should have opted to use the AC. The entire dining experience was uncomfortable. We ate our meal literally sweating. Even our server was sweating lol All our drinks went room temp in a matter of 10 minutes, we had to repeatedly ask for glasses of ice from the bar just to try and mitigate our body temperatures somehow. Also, the booth itself was incredibly tacky. And I don't mean visually tacky, I mean the texture. The feeling of plastic when it gets really old and it feels sticky to the touch, that tacky. You couldn't slide in or out of that booth if your life depended on it. And again, considering how humid and hot the interior was, it only made it worse. The lighting was also so dim that it gave the vibes of being sat in the corner of a musky Denny's diner lol. Halfway through our meal they turned the lights off for dinner service (I get it, to set the mood) but it made the table so dark we had to ask them to turn them back on so we could see the food on our plates. It wasn't that the entire restaurant was dim, it's certain tables (and sadly ours was definitely one of them) We had a party of 6, and one person got their meal well before the rest of the table. We of course insisted she begin eating, which she did, and our remaining meals came out as soon as she was done with hers. The waiter removed her plate as he set down everyone else's lol. The food was good, but, again with how uncomfortable the environment was, it was hard to enjoy. The restaurant was also fairly empty throughout our meal. We got there before 5 so that awkward "linner" time frame. Even so, we had to flag down our waiter for another round of drinks, water, etc. The Shorebird absolutely has stunning views, and that's what they're known for. Their food is solid, mist dishes fairly justifies the high price point. This visit was just not their best. Overall service and ambiance, fell extremely flat. I set the bar high for my guests, as they traveled in from out of town and I raved about my experience from a few months back. Granted, I was sat at the patio, overlooking the beautiful view, and the service was impeccable. With all the stellar dining options in Newport, unless you find yourself at a table on the balcony, I don't think Shorebird is the obvious choice. You'll end up spending the money regardless so you may as well look for a spot that is guaranteed to meet the expectations of the price point without having to be dependent on a view.

Our server Preston was so so awesome. He was so kind and so quick. Thank you Preston!!!!!read more

Alexis was so lovely. She gave me and my sister such great service and made our night even better…read more Love this place!

Thursday nights are pretty lively!…read more Pool tables are always occupied as usual. People are going nuts with the touch tunes. Drinks are still reasonably priced.

Sunday Funday riding bikes in HB and we had to stop at our usual for fun drinks and enjoy the…read moresunset. The service is always great. This time I tried an Espresso Martini because I saw another patron drinking one and they recommended it. So glad I did, it was so good I had to have a second! Always a great time here, highly recommend.

Beachfront vibes, amazing food, and dog friendly what more could you ask for?…read more Dory Deli has so much going for you. The location right on the water is unbeatable, and the service is impressively fast you're never waiting long before you're enjoying your meal with a great view. The buffalo cauliflower is an absolute must-order. It's one of those dishes that keeps you coming back, and it never disappoints. The chicken and waffles are a total hit too fun, satisfying combo that hits every time. On my last visit I decided to step outside my usual order and tried the beef bowl and wow, I was pleasantly surprised. It completely exceeded my expectations and has officially earned a spot as a new regular order for me. Don't sleep on it! Oh, and if you're a dog parent bring your pup! Dory Deli is dog friendly, which makes it even more of a perfect spot for a casual, laid-back meal by the water.

Decent burritos, pretty cool atmosphere!…read more What I got: Sweatpants burrito: made with steak eggs onions and habanero jack cheese Boardwalk burrito: hash browns, eggs, bacon, avocado and American cheese Downside is this place was not busy at all and it took a better part of 20mins to get these 2 items.. the bar had a lot of good options so if that's your thing you'll at least have time for a drink while you wait it out