Came for dinner for my cousins birthday and had an amazing time ! Drinks are phenomenal and besides amazing food and service SOL also provided breath taking photos that we can keep and cherish forever will definitely be back! read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

JC was amazing server highly recommend!!! The food was to die for! I recommend getting the salmon

Food was amazing and service was fast the view on the patio is so beautiful I would highly recommend this place

I had such a wonderful experience dining here, and I truly felt compelled to share how exceptional the service was--especially thanks to our waitress, Dahlia. From the moment we were seated, Dahlia was warm, welcoming, and genuinely cheerful. What stood out the most was her impressive knowledge and professionalism. My dietary restrictions can often feel stressful, but Dahlia immediately put me at ease. She was clearly well-educated about the menu, ingredients, and preparation methods, and took the time to walk me through safe options with confidence and care. she proactively explained the steps the restaurant would take to ensure my meal was handled safely, which gave me a level of reassurance I rarely experience when dining out. It's not often you come across someone who combines expertise with such a kind and upbeat personality. Dahlia made our visit not only safe, but genuinely enjoyable. I'm incredibly grateful and will absolutely be returning. Highly recommend! read more

Compare to other SOL locations, this place is small and bit old school. Cozy place next to ship docking and multi-million dollar ocean view homes. Service is okay, server wasn't particularly attentive and dishes were not very impressive. I can say they are par with "El Torito Grill." Would I visit here again? Probably not any time soon. read more

We had our bookclub with a party of 16 here on Cinco de mayo and they were happy to accomadate our large party in their downstairs dining area. We were worried about parking but there is a nice large FREE lot if you're ok to walk a bit. It's right in the water so the view from the ground floor is lovely. The menu is identical to the Irvine location. Delicious! They had specials for Cinco de mayo so prices were good too! The corn is grated tableside which is fun! I would recommend getting a whole one for yourself though..my friend and I regretted sharing one. The vegetarian options are great too! Most of us got the sweet potato taco. I think the most special part of this place is the full size tortilla that she served as chips with a bean dip and salsa that are delicious...careful yo don"t fill up on them they are addictive! Our server seemed a little overwhelmed but it was a busy night. We only found 2 mistakes on the bill which they happily fixed. They also were happy to split our orders to make the bills easier. read more

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Had a business dinner one night at SOL and it was a mediocre experience. First off, the food was ok at best. SOL charges a premium, but delivers lack luster food. The calamari breading was thick and because of this, some pieces were under fried. The chicken wings were so sweet, they might as well have called them candied wings. Next, the branzino, which really was a single filet that was dry. The carne asada burrito should have just been called a bean burrito. Lastly, the ceviche should have just been called a fruit salad. Unfortunately besides the food, the service needed improvements also. The hostess and our main server were great, but for the rest of the staff who served the table, based on the look on their faces, they made us feel like we were bothering them. All we wanted was some help clearing some plates off the table. All in all, there are plenty of better Mexican restaurants especially at this price point. read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - HOT & RAW TROPICAL CEVICHE - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I was in the area for a conference, and a colleague who's local recommended we try this spot for lunch. We decided to sit outside since the weather was great, and it made for a really enjoyable experience, especially with the nice marina view. I went with the quesadilla, which was a solid choice. It was well-made and hit the spot for a quick lunch. Overall, it's a nice restaurant with good decor and a great setting. Definitely a pleasant place to stop by if you're in the area. read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Happened to come here as we parked right in front of it to go to the next door restaurant, and so happy we did! They had happy hour from 4-6 as well, and their menu had a lot of what we liked, so really cannot complain. The portions for the price was great, just thought that taquitos were not filled with as much shrimp as we had liked, but otherwise, everything was tasty! Here's why I am here, writing this review right away, our server Quinn. What a sweetheart! Answered all our questions with a smile on his face, and you can tell he is passionate about what he does and where he works. Lastly, our view was great! Who thought we could find such a great place with good HH prices right on the water- and local! Thank you for a great meal! read more

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This is the vegan options review. I thought it was great to be able to enjoy vegan dining by the water. Love the ambience. Waitress knows which items are vegan or can be veganized. Their all complimentary chips are vegan and so are the salsa and warm black bean dip. They are delicious. Hot sauce, salt, and cut limes were provided. We ordered La Vida Quinoa Bowl with Bbq Chipotle Seitan from the brunch menu, a side of rice and black beans. Portions were big as we brought leftovers home. Delicious. I used Inkind app to get 20% cash back and used my credits in my account to lower the bill. It is a great deal! read more

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First time at SOL, and it was amazing! The food was super good, and the service was EXCELLENT! Immediately when sitting down JC made us smile, he was super funny and personable! The food was excellent all around, my wife loved the CDMX tacos, and I tried the burger and Quesadilla which both were great! The food was definitely top notch! But the best part was for sure JC, he was full of jokes and this probably was one of the best restaurant experiences I've had in a LONG time. I would fully recommend going to SOL, especially this location. And JC deserves the most praise because he was born to make people laugh and provide excellent customer service! read more

This review has been a long time coming. It's been at least 3 or 4 months since I dined here. The first thing I must note is the mandatory valet parking. As if California specifically Newport is not expensive enough. Are you kidding me. Mandatory ballet? And then to watch them almost peel out in my vehicle. You've got to be kidding me. The food is so so typical franchise Mexican food. Nothing to write home about. And definitely not authentic Mexican as I have been to Mexico and ?an attest to its non- authenticity. Its right on par with being One Step Above fast food. read more

The views are the best here, the service with Sara was terrific, and Brian the Manager couldn't have been more welcoming & accommodating. We had great margaritas and red wine, tequila and delicious food, I can't wait to go back again. There were 6 of us, and the photos we took with the background of the marina, and the food was really impressive! Thank you Sara & Brian for a fun evening with my friends!!! read more

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Was terrible service, had barely any choices, was not having good urgency, had to wait an hour for food, chips tasted stale, table had lots of trash on tables and our table, napkins were stained environment felt not good, had foul odor read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Had to wait an hour just for food, did not have Arnold Palmer, or lemonade and much more, - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

JC is the best he is such a good server. Love him he is so attentive! Need him every time. He know's how to entertain our party and made sure our friend had the best birthday celebration. He is super energetic that brings joy to our party read more

My family and I visited this location for the first after a friend's recommendation. We truly enjoyed our experience. The food was fresh, the staff were friendly, and the drinks were on-point! We originally sat in the patio; however, the sun was blazing down on us and we asked to move into the main restaurant area. They immediately accommodated our request. We met a server named "JZ" who was super friendly with our kids and made us feel at home. We can't wait to visit again! read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Entrance - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We met up with friends for taco Tuesday last night and not sure what was wrong, I suspect they were short staffed but had a horrible experience. Our waitress was way off her game as we have had her before and she was amazing but last night terrible. She would completely disappear 30 minutes at a time. She took orders by memory and screwed it up. Never got our guacamole and gave me 4 tacos rather than 2. When we tried to complain about how terrible the house margaritas were she just rushed us into the next order. Tried complaining to the hostesses out front and they just froze up. Food was ok although chicken tacos were dry. Pork was fine as was street corn. read more

Loved the location and loved the view. I wish I didn't have to pay for valet parking but at least it wasn't a long wait. Our hostess and server were both lovely. The menu is comprehensive, from simple tacos to more fancy seafood. We ordered nachos, enchiladas, the octopus dish and the table-side guacamole. It was a nice touch. I can see how this would be a good option for a celebration. I enjoyed our visit :). read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

My work had a happy hour event here and it was worth every moment! We all shared a bunch of bites: Hot and Raw Ceviche, Firecracker Quesadilla, Shrimp Cucarachas, Naked Guacamole, and Grilled Sweet Corn. My favorite? Definitely the shrimp! Super crunchy if you like to eat the skin, but the shrimp was roasted with garlic, lime, and chile perfectly. I washed this all down with the Sol Margarita, an immediate kick. All the plates were yummy and filling! The servers were so attentive and made sure we were checked up on at all times. read more

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I have visited this location before and remember really liking it. We went in on Saturday night to have a drink, some chips and salsa and split something small. The vibe inside is festive lots of families. Tables with 6-8 people, and a few small tables for couples. It looked fun, but it was a miss. I want to hope this was just an "off" night. The chips had a stale texture. The beans they give to dip were extra oily and my husband commented they tasted like motor oil. We got a simple bean and cheese burrito, and it was very bland. I haven't had a burrito I can't finish, and this one I just didn't want to finish. I ended up pulling out a salt packet I had in my purse (no one puts salt shakers on tables anymore!) To their credit, they had a great manager on duty who came by and asked how we enjoyed our food. We were honest about it, because I always believe in giving good feedback so that restaurants can attempt to improve. The manager took care of the meal and asked us to please give them another try. Because of that simple act of kindness and care, we will try again. Hoping it was just a fluke. But, glad to know there are good managers out there who take the time to show they care. It goes a long way. read more

Great food with great ambience on the harbor with a nice view. Excellent service! Minus 1 star because the Filet & Shrimp El Jefe taco claims to use "grilled Angus filet", but it is not Filet Mignon! The complimentary chips, salsa, and bean dip were very nice. The plain Naked Guacamole was great. As was the Chorizo & Mushrooms Con Queso. The grilled Sweet Corn was excellent. Tableside cut off the cob. Wonderful street corn aioli. We almost needed one per person. The Carnitas Burrito done Bandera Style (wet with melted cheese) was great. Next time I want to try a different meat for fun. The house Sol Margarita was wonderful. The Cadillac Margarita was great but unnecessary. read more

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Great experience, despite being short staffed and out of menu items our server JC made the night great!

JC provides great customer service! Delicious food Great views and vibes! Cozy spot for date nights; attentive staff made the whole evening memorable too!!!! read more

Easily got reservations for a Sunday night at 5:30 and was able to sit on the patio with a great view of the water and boats. Restaurant is mid-sized and wasn't busy upon arrival but started getting more full by the time we headed out at 7. I personally didn't have a margarita but they looked delish. The table salsa and bean dip was tasty and we all appreciated the large tortilla chips that were like little tostada shells. I got the shrimp chili rellano and they were able to customize for me which I appreciated. I'd rate it 3/5. Was a bit spicy for me (even without the spicy sauce) and a different take on the dish since it wasn't deep fried. My boyfriend got the carne asada burrito and it was a solid choice. Friend got the popcorn cauliflower taco and enjoyed it. We celebrated birthday and they gave us a big plate of "nachos" made with deep fried chips covered in chocolate and I believe caramel sauce, cinnamon, and whipped cream. So good! Overall it was a good experience and we talked about visiting again. Valet is $6. I think there's lot parking but we didn't find it immediately so we opted to valet. read more

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100/10 experience. The staff were all so kind. The food and drinks were delicious and the ambiance made the food taste even better! The views made it seem like you were on a boat. Definitely will be coming back soon one day. read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Such a great experience at SOL Cocina Newport Beach! The food and atmosphere were amazing, but what really made our visit stand out was the service from JC. He was super friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. You can tell he genuinely cares about giving great customer service. We'll absolutely be coming back! read more

Great atmosphere meeting service!!! Ethan the new Ethan the new photographer was a great addition to the team read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Parking is in a shared lot so had no issue finding any. Service was fast & friendly. We had reservations & sat outside in a covered patio area with a gorgeous view of the water. Loved the ambiance, decor, & lighting. For drinks I got the blueberry agave smash which was tasty. Also got the chip & guac which was good. For mains I had the goat cheese enchiladas with beans & rice which was so tasty. Would definitely recommend and will be back! read more

Had such a wonderful experience at Sol, especially with the beautiful sunset view. Our server, Luis, was excellent, very attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the evening. I highly recommend the shrimp taquitos! Vlad was incredibly sweet and even took a super cute, memorable photo for us to commemorate the night. read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Fajitas and memories - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I don't typically leave negative reviews, but I feel this one is worth sharing. We visited Sol Mexican Cucina tonight, and while the location is beautiful right on Newport Harbor and the atmosphere was lively, the food was surprisingly underwhelming, especially for Southern California, where expectations for Mexican cuisine are high. I ordered the short rib tacos, and they were mostly tortilla topped with lettuce, tomato, and an overly heavy cream sauce, with very little short rib. It didn't reflect what you'd expect from a true short rib taco, rich, flavorful, and well-balanced. The rest of the dishes at the table were similarly lacking in flavor. I understand rising costs and the need to balance margins, but quality and execution still matter. With such a prime location and a full house, this place has so much potential to deliver something really special. I'm sharing this in the hope that management takes a closer look at the food program and elevates it to match the setting. I'd love to come back and have a different experience but as it stands, I wouldn't return for the food. **Review Update**. We all woke up with tummy aches this morning. It pains me to give a bad review but the food here needs to improve. read more

JC is the best server I think I've ever had! So attentive, funny, and makes you feel seen and well taken care of at every point. We love the brunch here, it never disappoints. The papa's papi, peel and eat shrimp, and chilaquiles (add carne asada) are our favorites. The views and ambiance are nice & the complimentary chips and salsa are amazing!! read more

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The food was mostly quite good, not outstanding for me. The Spanish octopus was cooked well and very tender, but the flavor fell flat--felt like there wasn't as punchy as it should have been. The steak was excellent, though the spinach it was served on was mushy and unappetizing. The chicken desmadres was unremarkable. Grilled well but the chicken itself wasn't too flavorful. I enjoyed the grilled corn that they prepared tableside. Service was great; breathable and relaxed. The place was busy and lively, kind of loud. If you sit on the outside area (still windowed in), the view over the water is beautiful and you can watch boats going out and coming back in. Overall, experience was fine, but I do not feel the need to revisit. read more

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4.2? Nah. As a person with Latin blood this aint really Mexican food... Mexican food is abundant in flavor this spot just had none... ordered the shredded chicken "flautas" that were mushy, the chicken that was like paste, NOPE, the Ensenada fish taco, that was supposed to be crispy but the waiter said I ordered grilled...(mfer I don't EVER ordered grilled) but ok... yuck. $15 for friggin taco? Gimme a break.. and the spinach and goat cheese enchiladas that were just saturated in salsa verde.. bruh. Like $100 for this shit? Nah bro I ain't comin back, take my ass to El Torito over this place any day, sorry.. the stars were for the chips n salsa. That's about it. And the view is nice if you get the patio. read more

Food and service were exceptional. All staff were very friendly and had great recommendations. View is also great!

Very nice place for Mexican food. Waterfront dining and great service from waiters and Managers all checking in patrons. Had the quesadillas with carnitas and was plenty. Great salsa and chips and plenty of drink choices from wine beet and specialty margaritas. I hear they have a great taco Tuesday with Dj so I plan on coming back. read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - CARNITAS QUESADILLAS - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Food was amazing. Loved the view to the water while we ate. The manager was very nice and I loved that they wished me a happy Mother's Day

I came here for a business dinner! Service was fast and food tasted great. I particularly liked the corn appetizer and grilled fish tacos. I didn't like that they fry their chips in oil used for meats. I also didn't like that the rice and beans side was so little. I liked the decor and set up. read more

The dinner and the service was great! We were also offered a picture taken of us and it came out sick! Definitely will be back.

Alexis was the best so so nice and perfect service 12/10 THANK YOU alexis!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

We had a party of 12 for brunch. We had a choice of private room or harbor view. Everything was wonderful. Food, service, ambiance. Highly recommend read more

SOL Mexican Cocina - Mexican Near Me - Newport Beach, California