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4.3 (1.1k reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
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Jeremy A.

Shorebird is one of those places that looks great from the outside and actually delivers on the experience. We came in for Saturday morning brunch with friends and were greeted and seated pretty quickly. The restaurant itself is beautiful, especially with the views overlooking Newport Bay. Definitely a great setting for a weekend brunch. Our server was prompt, friendly, and accommodating throughout the meal. I went with the Knife & Fork Burrito and really enjoyed it. They nailed the potato to egg ratio, which I feel like breakfast burritos get wrong way too often. The salsa, guacamole, and sour cream on top all worked really well together and gave it a nice balance of flavors. It was also the perfect portion. I left satisfied without feeling like I needed to be rolled out of the restaurant. My wife got the crab eggs Benedict and really enjoyed hers as well. Overall, Shorebird offers just as good of an experience as it looks like it will from the outside. Beautiful restaurant, great views, good service, and a solid brunch. Definitely a spot I'd come back to whenever we're in town again!

Anna N.

I highly recommend the tin's dressed oysters and the tuna tataki! The sauce and toppings were so good and flavorful. It can be a little spicy but the kick added to the entire flavor profile. The tataki sauce was also delicious! Everything tasted very fresh. The regular oysters were good too, but I loved the speciality of the other ones more. I also got the white peach sangria and love how it came with real fruit inside. The ambiance is beautiful and service was great!

Jason W.

Stopped by Shorebird in Newport Beach for drinks and oysters before heading out for the night, and it set the tone for a great evening. There is convenient underground parking on-site, though the spot gets noticeably busy after 7 PM. Oysters: We tried both the oysters on the half shell with smoked sherry mignonette and Tin's dressed oysters topped with ponzu, tobiko, and Tabasco. Both preparations were fantastic--exceptionally fresh, clean, and briny, with the dressed version bringing just the right punch of citrus and heat. Hamachi Crudo & Seared Tuna Tataki: Both raw plates were spot-on. The hamachi was delicate and buttery, while the seared tuna tataki had great texture and bright, clean seasoning that let the fish shine. Caesar Salad with Chicken: Crisp, well-dressed, and topped with juicy, nicely prepared chicken. A simple classic executed properly. Between the quality food, great drinks, and lively harbor-side energy, it's a great spot to kick off a night out.

Fresh oysters
Trinh T.

Shorebird in Newport Beach is such a great spot, though service could've been a bit better and more attentive given the price point. We kicked off dinner with a round of drinks: an espresso martini with a nice touch of cinnamon, a refreshing margarita, a tall draft beer, and a tequila margarita. Everything from the bar was top-notch. The seafood was definitely the highlight. We ordered a massive spread of oysters on the half shell, both classic and dressed with ponzu, scallions, and tobiko. We also shared a fantastic salmon and avocado specialty roll, along with sashimi and crudo plates that tasted super fresh. Overall, the coastal vibe is fantastic and the food and drinks are great, but hopefully service is a bit sharper next time!

Interior dining area
Grace K.

Brought a friend and her family here to celebrate a milestone birthday on a Saturday afternoon. 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.

Lemon Caesar Salad
Karlee B.

Stopped in for happy hour on a Friday in July and it was pretty quiet at 3pm. It's unfortunate happy hour is only at the inside bar, when there's such beautiful patio and view, even when it's empty, since the bar is so dark. But it's still a beautiful restaurant. The lemon Caesar salad was extremely delicious. The dressing was perfect and not overly dressed and it was a good portion for happy hour. Their sushi was also very fresh, tasty and beautifully prepared. We also ordered their espresso martinis - their presentation is beautiful but this is the second time I've gotten them here and they are just kinda of stale tasting both times. It's like the espresso is old or burnt. Eh. Will have to get a different cocktail next time. Overall a good spot.

Tuna Tataki
Kris B.

What a very pleasant surprise this place is! We had no expectations going in other than Yelp reviews and pictures. I ended up calling to make a reservation for my husband's birthday since Open Table was not letting me book a patio table. The gentleman on the phone was super helpful. We showed up and a nice patio table was ready for us. We ordered a bunch of appetizers- the avocado fries, tuna tataki and the deviled eggs. Usually restaurants ruin perfectly good deviled eggs by adding a bunch of crap in top. These were perfection. My entree was also delicious - the cubano sandwich with a side of cabbage/apple slaw. I feel like I ordered exactly right. Our server was fantastic and there were extra staff helping to keep our drinks full, I really appreciate that. At the end of the meal they brought my husband a birthday gelato. The only thing that made this dinner less than perfect was the parking situation. We parked in the lot below the restaurant but then could not figure out how to get one floor up. Better signage in the garage would have been great. Although it was nice that parking was validated.

Old Fashioned
Roger C.

Great evening at The Shorebird! Huge place with plenty of indoor and patio seating with beautiful bay 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!

Oysters
Angela C.

Came here for Mother's Day brunch and it turned out to be one of my favorite brunch experiences. 5+++ stars on all fronts: ambiance, service, food! First of all, the harbor ocean views and interior decor are absolutely beautiful and airy. Love the ambiance!! Then our waitress was just the sweetest and made the experience so pleasant and warm. Finally, the FOOD. Omg - it's hard to be impressed by brunch food because you often get the feeling that you can just make it at home. But the food here was a culinary experience not easily replicated at home. We loved everything we ordered - oysters, chicken and waffles, the breakfast burrito, my cocktail - you can't go wrong with whatever you get!

The view near the restaurant
Mel C.

Just for the overall experience, I'm willing to give it a 5 star rating. It's clean, modem, open, airy and right on the water overlooking muti million yachts when you eat, it's the best California life you can ask for. The food is definitely on the decent side, we enjoyed it! Service is standard. Definitely make a reservation ahead of time. We came in right when they open for business on a weekend morning and sat by the water. It's absolutely wonderful! I would come back next time when I'm in the area!

Crispy Cauliflower
Genie L.

Location and views are beautiful. Service is good. Food and drinks are good. Came here on a Saturday evening for a friend's birthday dinner. She made a reservation for a table of 6, and we were sat by the water with great views. Buffalo onion rings- giant crispy, beer-battered onion rings on top of a buffalo sauce with blue cheese crumbles and tiny bits of celery. Crispy cauliflower- crispy, flavorful, so simple, but it was pure perfection. I'd get these again. Salmon carpaccio - beautiful presentation, looks and tastes like summer. Refreshing. I'd get it again. Aperol spritz - goes with the vibes of this place. Cubano - very flavorful and plentiful. Familiar, yet unique. I'd get it again. Key lime pie - I've had the best in Key West and this was comparable. The sorbet is also a refreshing palate cleanser. Brownie - decadent. Bananas Foster Split - plentiful, simple, delicious.

Kelly J.

Came here for a birthday celebration, and it was an amazing time right by the water in Newport! The food and drinks were absolutely superb. We ordered the miso-soy glazed salmon and the hamachi roll, both were delicious. The service was excellent, and they were super accommodating about letting us share plates. The overall vibe is fantastic, and they even have a nice little outdoor seating area where you can hang out and relax while waiting for your table. Highly recommend! the vibe at night is just as good as it is for brunch!

A5 Wagyu Meatballs
Leah Y.

Visited Shorebird for the first time recently. The food was okay, not the best, but I do want to visit again and give it another try...the atmosphere makes me want to love it so badly! Starting with parking, this is Newport so you need to be aware. There's an underground parking structure right to the left of the entrance (if your car is pointed towards the marina). Shorebird validates at the hostess stand, valid 2 hours. Atmosphere is great. It's clearly a more upscale (but casual enough) brunch spot on the marina. The decor is beautiful and high quality but not overly done nor overly extravagant. Can imagine the vibe leaning more formal in the evening because it does give "ocean club with the lights on" during the day. Menu items all sound and look delicious but the execution is slightly off. An example was with the lemon ricotta hot cakes - gorgeous in photos and such a great idea on flavors but they had a horrible bitter aftertaste that made them really hard to eat (about 1/4 way in I couldn't do it). Similarly the meatballs looked delicious but the meatball itself was not nearly as flavorful as it looked and sounded on the menu. Passion fruit margarita (zero proof) tasted like passion fruit flavored sparkling water. Was definitely a miss for us. Will try again and order different items, but honestly not sure another visit could make up for the disappointment and get this in my top 5. If it wasn't for the location, they would get my business once and I'd never look back...

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I found my receipt and my server's name was Amanda. I just wanna put it out there that she was amazing and took really good care of us.

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Is this kid friendly?

Yes, we’re kid friendly.

What is the recommended attire for a Saturday brunch?

Just casual or semi casual will do 👍

What is the parking situation?

There is a public parking structure and the restaurant will validate it :)

What are the happy hour deals?

$8 well drinks $3 off all food items 50%f sushi rolls… 

Can we bring in a 7" birthday cake for a birthday dinner?

Hi Katie, Please bring your birthday cake in to enjoy. Upon arrival please let our host know the best way to store your cake. Thank you.

Is there valet parking? Where should I park?

Hi! When you arrive to Shorebird, to the left of the restaurant is a public underground parking garage. If you bring your ticket to the restaurant, your server or hostess can validate the parking for 2h for you. We look forward to your visit!

Do you have gluten free options?

Yes we do. Please ask your server and we can gladly accommodate you.

Is there a private dining room with a TV for projecting a powerpoint? How quiet is the room for doing a dinner seminar on a Tuesday or Thursday night?

Dear Sherri, we can provide a 27" portable screen, HDMI cable, and an Apple Mac connector for your presentation needs. However, please inform us at least one day in advance so we can ensure everything is set up for your event. Our private dining… 

Hi, what time is your brunch?

Hi Jackie, Our brunch hours are between 10AM-2:30PM Saturdays & Sundays.… 

Does the Fish N Chips use a beer batter?

Hi Saood, there is no beer used in our Fish N Chips batter.

Hello, does this location offer bottomless mimosas for brunch on Saturday and Sundays?

Yes bottomless mimosas are offered for brunch on both Saturday and Sunday.

Can you order from the raw bar during brunch?

Hi Heather, yes the raw bar is also available for brunch. We look forward to welcoming you soon!

Can you tell me what vegan options you have for a proper meal?

Hi Ivy, We offer a tasty Veggie Taco Platter.

Hi- are you still not dog friendly on the patio?

Hi Haley, We only allow service dogs to be inside our restaurant and patio.

Does this place do brunch on Saturdays?

Yes

Do they serve halal (e.g. Creekstone Farms) meat?

Can they accommodate for a gluten allergy?

Hi Mike, Yes, we may accommodate for any guest with a gluten allergy. Please let your server know… 

Is the happy hour restarted?

Hi Tracy, Yes, we offer happy hour during Mondays-Fridays between 4pm-6pm. Happy Hour prices are… 

Is there boat parking?

Hi A, We have public boat docking about 100 yards to the right of the restaurant, once facing us from the water. There are 4 public Duffy spaces and is first come, first serve.

What is your corkage fee?

Hi Pam, Our corkage fee is $30 per bottle and do have a maximum of 2 bottles per table.

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Shorebird - seafood - Updated October 2026

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