Great place to get a good glass of beer watch a game have some pizza. They also have specials on Tuesdays for taco Tuesday. Service is amazing. Come and check it out. I had the Hawaiian pizza. The dough is perfectly cooked and also had the burger read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Hawaiian pizza - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Excellent food and Taylor's service was five star! We tried the fennel pizza and the Aji tuna sandwich. Don't be afraid to try it!

How have we not noticed this place before now. We took an evening stroll and then stopped by this restaurant. They have 2 window seats which is nice to get some fresh air and people watch. We were told that the food was great so we decided to sit down. They have a wide variety of food items and I'm sure the drinks are good but we don't drink. I opted for the ahi sandwich and I could get it protein style which I appreciate with a side salad. It was really tasty. The ahi wasn't fishy. The thicker section did get a little chewy but that was the next day since I couldn't finish it all. I wish I had more sauce though since it was tasty. My friend got the burger with fries and thought it was good as well. It can get loud when the middle table has guests, something w/the acoustics. But a fun vibe. There was a waitlist when we left. SYOY! read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Ahi-Sriracha Sandwich- lettuce wrap- with side salad - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The sausage with fennel pizza was phenomenal. As was the ahi sandwich. The best part though, was Taylor's service and hospitality. An additional five stars to her. read more

What a burger!! Came in for a brew and the very nice waitress offered me to get the aptly named Snipe Burger and damn that thing was unexpectedly delicious!! Packed with deep umami flavor all on a soft little bun with lettuce tomato and red onion, I kept munching till there was nothing left! Had to rush but this spot is one to be remembered! Till next time I'm on the island! Thank you Snipe! Save a tee for me cuz I will be back!!! read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Snipe Burger - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Be There...or Be Square! This retro & cool gem, on The Island, is a great place to relax and watch The World go by! Jaimie was a friendly youthful server, who made me feel very welcome. The Happy Hour homemade meatballs, with delicious buttered bread were to die for! Can't wait to return! read more

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Stopped here once for dinner a year or so ago because every other place was packed. I got the Ahi-Sriracha sandwich and I've been coming back for the same sandwich ever since! Service and beer are always top notch as well. I can't say I've tried any other food here, but I'll keep coming back for this sandwich alone LOL read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Love the Ahi-Sriracha Sandwich - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This place is a real gem. Excellent food, great service, and reasonable prices given the quality of the food. There are lots of good restaurants on Bell Island and this is my favorite. They even remembered me after almost a year! read more

We went with a large group. I think we had 15 people on a Saturday night and we did not have reservations so I called and they were able to take us. A bunch of tables pushed together, which was so nice that rarely happens in Newport Beach on a Saturday night. also the woodfired pizzas are delicious as were the salads and the service is great. I highly recommend this place plus the fact that it's on Balboa Island, which is so charming is a bonus. read more

The service here was great: casual vibes and quick turnaround. Comfortable place though parking on this strip is difficult. The sliders were really great, the salad was exquisite, and the steak sandwich was a great deal and good quality. read more

Our server was great and loved the indoor outdoor feeling of this little spot. My rating is based on the food and I was also disappointed they were out of the NA beer options. That was one thing we were looking forward to on this beautiful day (to sit down after shopping to enjoy a na beer) we just wanted a snack so we ordered the meatball bruschetta and the calamari. The meatball bruschetta was good but I felt the meatballs were lacking in flavor but overall it was a good dish for the 4 of us to share. The calamari wasn't my fave only because it was huge slices and I typically like thin sliced squid for a little less chew and more crunch but overall the flavor was good and it was the perfect amount of food for the 4 of us to share. read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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We popped in after a walk on Balboa Island on a Saturday. It wasn't too crowded, we got seated right away. Our server was friendly, service a bit slow but we weren't in a rush and most people are here to relax and have a good time. We got a burger and a pizza, both were yummy! Seems they have a lot of local craft beer options, and cool seating options. read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Chicken pesto pizza - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Took the Ferry over to the island and strolled along the waterfront to Marine Street. Dropped in for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. We were seated right away and served water. Ordered a couple of their tap beers, Sausage and Fennel pizza, and Eggplant pizza. Really enjoyed their pizza crust. Great casual place to sit and people watch. read more

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Great little restaurant on Balboa Island! Nothing fancy but the food was quality fresh and hot! We had a large group of 12 and Jamie our server didn't flinch! She did a great job with four separate checks too! Great for a casual night out! read more

Outstanding food! Great service. I ordered the ribeye sandwich with a salad. So good!!!! If you are on Balboa Island, make sure to visit Snipe Island Crafthouse. read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Ribeye sandwich, salad with bleu cheese dressing, and a Mexican lager from Laguna Beer. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

My husband and I both got the bacon avocado burger. He got his as described on the menu, with fries. He said it was delicious. Beautiful brioche bun, excellent fries. I got mine without a bun, and a side salad instead of fries since I'm doing keto. It was super satisfying and I really enjoyed it. We ordered them medium well since there is pork in the patty mixture and I was nervous to have it too pink. The waiter was super friendly, and helpful. Wish I could remember his name. The place is clean and comfortable. read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Bacon Avocado Burger without the bun and a side salad instead of fries. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I have been to this restaurant many times and for the most part really like it. This is more about attitude and policy not about the food. So I went in Saturday evening at 8:38 to grab an appetizer and glass of wine. I was told that the restaurant was closed. So I politely questioned that it is advertised open till 10 and the young woman told me that that was not correct. So I left but out of curiosity, I looked them up and on their website and Yelp it says they're open till 10 so I went back in and very politely said that it was perfectly fine and that I would be going elsewhere, but I wanted to mention the website shows 10, so they might want to consider changing the website hours, and she looked pretty disgusted and kind of rolled her eyes and said "yeah OK". Anyway, I think that corrected hours on their website would be a good idea. read more

The interior of this restaurant is pretty comfortable. Some tables inside and 2 areas to sit while facing outside. We were lucky to get the latter. Our server was good but didn't offer a soda refill until we were done with our meals (-1 star). Bf ordered a taco salad with steak, and while good, he said he was disappointed that the server didn't clarify that it wasn't actually steak but ground beef (-1 star). I ordered the snipe burger and it was quite tasty. The brioche bun was a little greasy but it complimented the burger very well. I think it would be worth visiting this restaurant again when we do decide to visit Balboa Island again. read more

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This is the kind of place where, if you're not a local, you won't feel particularly welcome. The staff are friendly and attentive with locals, but rude with new customers. That said, the space is well-designed with great decor, solid beer selection, and good food. I just hope they work on making all guests feel equally valued--local or not. Went June 14 around 3pm. Won't be back. read more

We always bike over and take the ferry to come here - love stopping in for a pint, glass of wine or lunch.

My wife and I love Snipe island! Great casual place to go for a bite to eat and a beer: we have a baby and bringing him is a breeze, we love it here and would recommend it to anyone. read more

As locals, Snipe Island Crafthouse has quickly become one of our favorite spots to unwind and enjoy some great food and drinks. They offer an impressive selection of craft beers that always keeps us coming back for more. My daughter is particularly fond of their burgers--she loves how juicy and flavorful they are, a refreshing change from the usual dry patties you find elsewhere. For us, Snipe Island Crafthouse captures the essence of island living: laid-back vibes, friendly faces, and delicious food that always hits the spot. read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Snipe Burger and lemonade - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I do not have pizza often, but when I do, it is Snipe Island all the way! The best crust and the best mushroom and pepperoni pizza on the planet! Their meatball bruschetta is pretty fine, too! I also love their chicken and fish tacos-- they are the best on the island (yep, even better than those Mexican places on the island). You can not beat their Taco Tuesday Specials! We have always had excellent waiters who are so friendly and kind. One of a kind place!! read more

What a lovely place to have lunch or dinner. I love their salads and the set up makes you feel good even if dining alone bec they have a " people watching" seating ! I like the open air al fresco flare , nice service,too! read more

Stopped in for dinner with my teen after looking at the Balboa Christmas lights, and wow, their food does not disappoint. Despite being a busy night, our server Hayden (I think) was friendly, attentive, and recommended an awesome bacon avocado burger. The fries were my favorite type, crispy on the outside and soft mashed potato on the inside. My daughter got the calamari and really liked how they were lightly seasoned. It was a generous order and would be perfect for sharing. The calamari came with ultra-thinly sliced lemons that had been battered and fried and were pretty tasty. I can't wait to come back and try their pizzas. read more

Total gem. Tucked away on Balboa Island main street, which is actually Marine street but nonetheless, there's this fabulous little restaurant with amazing food, great casual vibe and such friendly service. First the food. The shareable plates are huge. Easily enough to share for 2 people. We ordered the peppers. XL pepper done just right with a sweet soy sauce. Yummy! Ahi was fab and come with a ton of chips. But the gold medalist was the calamari with deep fried lemon slices. I could have just had a platter of those and been happy. Pro tip: get a few to share, plus a brew or wine and you'll have a happy belly. We also ordered the sausage fennel pizza. After the appetizers there wasn't much room for 'a but it was really good. Thin chewy crust. And it was just as good the next day. For the win! Vibe is casual, so perfect after an evening walk around th e island. Guava cider is a winner, if you're a cider fan. And finally the staff was so friendly and helpful. Just one woman working the front of the house, but she was attentive and super helpful. Definitely going back next time I'm in town. read more

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I'm staying at the nearby Hyatt Regency and wanted to take a stroll over to Balboa Island to look for some dinner. I was really craving a burger and saw two spots, on the main drag, The Royal Hen, and Snipe Island. I decided to give Snipe Island a try and am glad I did. The place was pretty empty, though it was also pretty late (7:30pm) on a Sunday, but I sat up at the bar and was brought water and a menu right away. I ordered the Snipe burger with bacon. Although I wasn't in the mood for any drinks, they have a pretty decent beer selection with a lot of local options. It's not the most extensive list (probably 10 taps?) but a really solid one with something for everyone. The wine options are a bit more limited and definitely on the lower priced and lower quality part of the spectrum (IMHO). I'd go for the beers and if you have a wine drinker in tow, they'll certainly find something enjoyable, however if you are looking for a wine bar, I think there are better options in the area. The burger came out quickly and was cooked perfectly to temp. It was a solid burger overall - rich, beefy patty, nice aioli, and soft but sturdy bun. Really good. The fries were okay - they seemed to be frozen, pre-made fries rather than something cut in house, but not the end of the world. Their garlic aioli is delicious. The service was friendly and efficient, but also the place wasn't super busy when I stopped in. The only thing that was slightly disappointing and actually a bit comical is the $3 upcharge for adding bacon. $19 all in with the upcharge when there's a bacon avo burger on the menu for $18.50 that includes avocado. Seems to me that a regular burger with bacon (and no avocado) should cost somewhere between the plain burger ($16) and the bacon avocado burger ($18.50) but what do I know. read more

Had a great time yesterday celebrating "Nana's" 96th birthday! A special shout out to YVANNA for being such an accommodating and attentive waitress; especially for making my Spanish-speaking mother-in-law feel so welcome on her special day. Also, kudos go to JAMIE for making the arrangements to accommodate our large group of 12. We loved the ambience, loved the food and loved the service! We will be back. read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The ahi sriracha sandwich burger and cream ale hit the spot after a long drive from San Diego. The tuna was seared nicely with a hint of heat from the sriracha aioli. The sandwich was light and came with crispy and hot french fries. The cream ale was smooth and refreshing. Service was quick and friendly. The ambiance is casual and low key. read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Ahi Sriracha Sandwich Burger - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Great beer, great burgers and super service. My wife and I had dinner at Snipe Island last night. She had the standard burger and I had the BBQ burger. One non- alcoholic beer and one double IPA. read more

Didn't have any food here but we sat and enjoyed a couple glasses of wine. Cute place to hang out and enjoy a drink. read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Cheers - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We enjoyed eating here, hungry after walking around and quite frankly after hours of driving and trying to find parking and figure out the ferry situation (TMI) The service was kind and quick. We had a Pilsner, calamari, and the Ahi tuna. Both tasted very fresh and the calamari came with mini octopus as well. Calamari ($12) was not too thick and fried well. Ahi tuna with no fishy taste or smell and wonderful ($13). These were both on the "to share" appetizer portion of menu and although we were hungry we could barely finish the above. There was indoor seating and these cute almost booth / bar like tables where you can watch the passerby's on the street. We were delighted and hope to stop by again. Thank you! read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Calamari Ahi Avocado Pilsner - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Fun indoor/outdoor setup, great food, great service, great location. Will be sure to stop by if we are ever on Balboa again!

Great little place right on Balboa Island. The wine and food were both delicious. I highly recommend the taco trio. I ordered carnitas, grilled fish and carne asada. They were so flavorful and saucy. The others in our party had the chicken sandwich and french dip and they rated them a 10 out of 10. This is a great spot to stop into for drinks and food! read more

Stopped here on Easter Sunday for an app. We had the Ahi avocado & it was amazing. Our server Hayden was the best 5 stars !!! He was friendly & attentive read more

First time here the food and service were delicious. At our table we had a margarita pizza 2 orders of Buffalo chicken sliders served with fries. A taco trip and meatball bruchetta. All had great flavor and great portions. read more

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Wanted a place to grab a bit to eat and chill for a little bit. This place looked inviting and had a nice chill vibe and overlooked the Main Street in Newport Beach . Was quickly greeted and ordered our food and drinks. Ordered the taco trio... which took awhile to arrive .... Took approx a half hour .... But tasted delicious. The fish ... was fresh and nicely grilled. The tacos were juicy and not dry. The sauce on the side added a nice touch. The views of the main road were nice from the dining room. Good people watching views. read more

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The fennel sausage pizza was the best pizza I've had in years. Crispy thin crust cooked just right, sweet onions, caramelized fennel, red onions, marscapone cheese with mozzarella, and some delicious sausage read more

Snipe Island Crafthouse - Sausage Fennel Pizza - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Food was great. Services was awful. Both times I ordered for pick up showing up 5 min after it should have been done ( hours after order ) and I was asked to wait 15-20 min each time. Offering me a water or soda while I waited. read more

We were a party of 11 that walked in 45 mins before closing without reservations & not only were we accommodated very quickly but the food was great. I think every French fry & pizza crust was consumed at the entire table! I ordered the eggplant pizza - my leftovers didn't make it to the box because everyone ate it! The pics on the wall are entertaining ... the damn Catalina sign vindicated my bf's decorating skills -he has the METAL version hanging in his KITCHEN - just 2 days before attending Snipe's, I placed a tall plant in front of it to slowly ease his brain out of admiring it daily & planned the big removal sometime this Summer.. I can kiss that plan goodbye now read more