An extraordinary, excellent dinner experience! Our service was excellent, attentive, coursed our small plates and entrees well. All wait staff were polite and friendly. Ambiance is beautiful including the jellyfish tank. Beauties! Cocktails were made well and nice wine selection. Appetizers- the oysters were fresh & served with just the right condiments. The Spanish octopus appetizer was incredibly tender with small potatoes & sauce / perfect. Entrees - the shellfish trio is amazing, on Meyer lemon risotto. Can't say enough about how perfectly cooked - the lobster tail, scallops and shrimp all just right. The black cod with sweet miso marinade was wonderful. We had pumpkin butter cake for dessert, served warm with whipped cream & shared by all. We love this venue on the water and their food. read more

I was excited to try this restaurant but left slightly dissapointed. It has a beautiful location near Lido. One of the first things I noticed is that the restaurant is not ADA friendly. Although there is a ramp, there were objects such as chairs and plants blocking the way. If you do not have someone to help you move the objects out of the way, It will be extremely difficult. Food: We ordered 2 fish dishes, a mushroom risotto, and calamari. The calamari was crispy and well seasoned, but did not have enough dipping sauces. The risotto tasted great with a nice truffle flavor. However, it did not have enough seasoning. The halibut was a bit small for the price. Service: The service during our visit was okay. Our server was friendly but not attentive. We had to wait a long time for our meal to arrive. Our server made a rude comment when we expressed our dissapointment with one of our dishes. He told us that we should try it. Ambiance: The interior of the restaurant is beautiful. There is plenty of comfortable seating. My biggest disappointment with this restaurant is that it it isn't ADA friendly. In addition to the ramp with objects in the way, there are lots of steps in the restaurant. read more

The Cannery - Fried calamari - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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This is a beautiful location and restaurant, with the emphasis on the decor and atmosphere. We had reservations for 8:00 p.m. but were told no one in leaving, so we have to wait. We sat down at 8:30 p.m. Right from the start, I told the hostess that we had a handicapped person who can't do stairs. She offed no help or assistance to us. We parked outside and walked up a ramp full of chairs and potted plants. The staff offered no assistance, so I had to move everything myself. After waiting 30 minutes we sat down. At 8:40 p.m we ordered our meals, and at 9:25 p.m. our food came. That is a long time to wait with no bread. Our appetizer came with strange sauces. Calamari should have a tangy sauce to dip it in, instead of that we were given mayo and shrimp sauce. One small slice of lemon. Not the best. I was shocked by my highly recommended halibut which came with no potatoes or rice. The meals came with no bread at all. The fish was seasoned well, but came with no sauce or butter on top. It was dry with corn and pickled onions. I told my waiter after such a long wait, that I was not happy with the fish. His response was also shocking to all of us. He said, "Just try it, you need to eat some." I was hoping he might say, "Let me get you something else, or can I get some sauce for that?" Our waiter came to us a few times, but the rest of the time, he disappeared in the back. I had to ask others to help us. He was friendly but not available. Five stars for the interior design, three stars for the food and price, and two stars for service. Parking is an extra $25 with tip. This restaurant is almost impossible for a handicapped person, that is unless they have a plan how to assist. The ramp will not get you to the hostess stand. There are stairs everywhere. It is a beautiful place, but has a limited menu with poor service for the money. read more

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We had a large group that bought out the restaurant. The food was delicious. The service was outstanding. The ambiance was beautiful being right on the water and nice decor. A 5* experience. read more

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What a spot! Wow! Everyone who is anyone seems to know about this happy hour. We inadvertently showed up on a Saturday at 3:15 and were told that the line with 20 people already in it, was for the happy hour that starts at 3:30. We jumped in line like good the good (and eager) happy hour guests that we are. They wait until exactly 3:30 to let everyone in. We all get in find our seats. The bar starts poppin' It fills up with beautiful young people and it's just great people watching. We ordered a few things. Drinks are NOT on happy hour. Just a few good food options. The rolls are all pretty good. But I'm a sushi snob, so I can find fault with any American style rolls. But they are good for what they are. The drinks are kinda pricey. Normal for the area $18-$20. Beers are kinda normal priced at $9-$11 The bartenders are super friendly and efficient. They have the whole happy hour thing down. If I had known about this place when I was single, I would have been here every night. Love it! read more

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It is our first time here. We went during happy hour. Plenty of parking, would advise to find a parking on the street to avoid paying for valet. We had sushi and Sashimi. The sashimis are good and fresh. Then popcorn shrimp is one of the best. The Chilean sea bass miso is reallyyy good. The servers are very attentive. Tyler is really pleasant and help us with their menu. Gave us some suggestions. We met their sous chef too. We sat by the window overlooking the water side. Lota of seatings and by 4 pm the place is almost full. Highly recommended!!! read more

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The Cannery -the ultimate stop for our Duffy! Celebrated a friend's birthday at The Cannery and docked our Duffy there - so cool to hop off the Duffy and enter the restaurant. Ordered the swordfish tacos, clam chowder - delicious! Entrees were huge! Ended the dinner with the molten chocolate cake and Carrot Cake. Highly recommend The Cannery! read more

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Always have An amazing time coming here for industry night on Monday. The open seating always makes it easy, we never have a hard time finding a spot. I believe Sophia/Sophie is usually almost always my server when I dine in the lounge she's the best! She's a cute petite brunette with medium length hair, I'm pretty sure that's her name! she is super attentive and always takes great care of me and any guests I bring! This place is known for their seafood and always has very fresh seafood dishes and sushi rolls! Our server last Monday was Curtis and was awesome! He says he's usually down in the main dining room but we were so lucky to have him in the lounge on Monday taking care of us! Super friendly and talented sever! read more

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We were in the area for the Newport Christmas Boat Parade and we made a point to stop for a quick espresso martini, one of their most popular drinks. They hit the spot and we only wish we could have stayed for dinner to enjoy their delicious food. The service was great and always with a smile. The ambiance was loud but with happy cheer. There were lots of holiday groups enjoying their night. read more

The Cannery - Out with friends! - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

My wife and I visited The Cannery for our 15-year anniversary on November 29, 2025. This restaurant holds a lot of sentimental meaning for us: it's where we had our first date, where I proposed one year later, and now, 15 years after that, we returned to celebrate again. Oddly enough, on all three occasions we happened to sit in three sequential booths near the front, overlooking the waterfront. My wife commented that her dirty martinis were some of the best she could remember and really enjoyed them--they were quite strong, as was my Captain Morgan and Coke. We started with the bread service, which comes with both regular butter and a sweetened butter. Both were delicious, and I preferred the sourdough rolls over the squaw rolls. Next, we shared the shrimp cocktail. The shrimp were large and fresh, served with cocktail sauce and what seemed to be a tartar-style sauce. (It was also pretty comical that the shrimp arrangement resembled a smiley face.) If I were to give a suggestion, it's that I would have liked a bit more cocktail sauce. We then had the Shellfish Trio, which includes lobster, shrimp, and scallops served with risotto. This was a delicious dish--plenty of food for my wife and I to split as a meal. The staff kindly brought us a chocolate molten cake as an anniversary gift to top it all off... It was rich, warm, and delicious. We really enjoyed our meal. The service was excellent, the views were wonderful, and this restaurant carries a lot of history for my wife and me. The staff were also very kind and gave my wife a little bouquet of flowers for our anniversary. We will definitely be back! read more

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This restaurant is right along the water and has really cute vibes inside. They have multiple bars and can pass for both upscale or casual dining depending what you're feeling. Unfortunately, the food was quite overwhelming and overpriced. I didn't feel like the fish tasted fresh, and the fish in the tacos were dry. The tacos also didn't have much flavor to them. Our server also only came by a few times sparsely throughout the dinner so it took a while to get anything done. Probably won't be coming back here for the food, but vibes are nice! read more

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Not ADA compliant, stairs only to enter the restaurant, up to the host, then down into the restaurant.

We absolutely love The Cannery for brunch and special occasions! The staff is incredibly kind and welcoming. Ruby was so sweet to us -- she even surprised me with these beautiful flowers for my birthday, which meant so much. She kindly helped take our photo, and the breathtaking bay views made the whole experience feel extra special. Love, love this place and so grateful for such genuine hospitality. We will always be back read more

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Unfortunately wouldn't go back or recommend to anyone. Service was non existent; was there for 2 hours and only saw our server for maybe 5 minutes (altogether). Ordered a few apps and rolls and nothing stuck out, it was all 'okay.' Also appears the chefs gave up on giving quality rolls (see attached pic). read more

The Cannery - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Work trip experience but my 3rd time here. Good service, very attentive. Wonderful menu selections and no one of our group of five left without being satisfied. Wonderful atmosphere indoor and out depending on the time of year. In the winter months they keep the patio open but enclose for warmth. read more

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We had a great time for my wife's birthday. I believe our server was Justin and he was great. No delays. No waits. Poke was super good. Maybe a tad in the salty side but very good. Great little wedge. My wife got the Chilean Sea Bass and I probably should have. One of the best I've ever had. I had the seafood trio...lobster tail, shrimp and scallops. Or should I say scallop. One scallop was disappointing, but it did taste good and the risotto was amazing! Great drinks. They brought her a little cake with a candle which was very nice. Awesome location. Great old school feel. We will come back. read more

Had a wonderful evening at The Cannery in Newport Beach! The food was absolutely fantastic--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The restaurant had such a warm, festive energy that made the night feel extra special. After dinner, our friends took us out on their boat to watch the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, and it couldn't have been a more perfect way to celebrate the season. Great food, great company, and magical holiday vibes all around. read more

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The staff was very friendly. The server was attentive and helpful. The ambiance was unique and fun. Definitely makes you feel like you're dining by the ocean. We started off with the calamari, which was great; we all loved. The octopus was good but a bit tough. And the crab cakes was also good; the sauce pairs well with it. I also recommend getting the fries; it was a big portion, perfect to share. We then got a few sushi rolls, and they were all honestly tasty. The dragon roll and the "911" roll weren't two favorites. The menu also offers a wide variety of drinks for everyone's taste. Can't wait to come back and try more great options. read more

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This location sits right in the waterfront in Lido Island. It was a soft, pleasant and warm feel sitting in the outdoor covered patio because of the beautiful decor and heaters. The service was fast, great food, and very welcoming. Keep in mind this is a premium restaurant so the process reflect that. But, if you want great food and great service, this is the place. It's romantic so it'll make for a great date night spot. read more

The Cannery has one of the best Happy Hours M-F from 3:30-6:00. The jellyfish lounge is great for sure, can't get enough of the kung pao calamari. And the bartenders are all awesome. read more

The Cannery - The sol amor is great - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I don't understand some of the negative reviews, my first time experience was quite nice. My server Justin gave us the right amount of attention , he assisted us with menu choices and was very accommodating. There's quite a bit of History in some of the decor, to include the historical connection to baseball. I was in a party of two and we ordered the black cod and the Lobster Pot pie. Both dishes were absolutely delicious! The Lobster Pot Pie was decadent , rich, and the flaky crust was perfectly flaky. It came with a side salad , probably to balance the richness of the Lido structure. I did decrease one star because i honestly cannot justify the pricing of the menu. At this price point i would consider this establishment if it is a special occasion such as an anniversary or promotion . That being said, it was quite a nice experience. read more

The Cannery - Lobster pot pie was out of this world... Side salad was there to make you feel healthy. - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Valentina, Craig, Aubrey & Jesus are the best! I had my bonjour 34 birthday brunch here bc $60 bottomless Veuve for 2 hours, duh! It was perfect! Everyone was so helpful and kind! Our table had the best time! We were seated outside, and we had the most beautiful view of the harbor. Even in November, it was clear and flawless! The food was so yummy -- we all enjoyed a very delicious brunch! Sidenote, when we got there, we were seated next to the loveliest table and one of the couples shared with us that they got married at The Cannery in 1978! So iconic! read more

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We sat upstairs. Food and drinks were both delicious. It is first come first serve so you can get a drink at the bar while you scope out a table read more

The Cannery - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We came in for Sunday happy hour and the place was bustling! We were lucky to snag a table right away but it quickly filled up. While it did take a bit of time for our server to initially come greet us, after that, he was regularly checking in, taking our order aNd our food came out more timely. As in got busier, it of course got increasingly more loud. It was pretty noisy and difficult to have a conversation without yelling. Lots of energy in the room but Defitnely not a relaxing environment. Our table of four enjoyed sharing 4 sushi rolls, 2 orders of sliders, kung pao chicken and edamame. It was a perfect amount of food. The sushi was great and the crunchy roll was Defitnely my favorite. And the sliders were very good, not over cooked or too bun forward like many tend to be. Very well balanced and with the ideal burger toppings. I also enjoyed the paper plane cocktail and enjoyed the flavor. Overall enjoyed the experience but will look to return outside of peak season! read more

The Cannery - Slider - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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This restaurant is always packed for lunch. Our friend took us on his boat where he docked it next to the restaurant. I was here before, but I didn't drop a review. I thought the food was good here, but it wasn't something that was extraordinary. The service was excellent, and the seafood was fresh. It was definitely on the expensive side. But if you have a boat parking space, expect to pay a little more money, right? The ambience was definitely great! I would come back here . read more

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Came here last night. Was excited to come here after over 13 years- what a mistake!! The salad was sad, the lobster roll was like a mayo filled salad with a few pieces of lobster in it plopped on a stale HARD cold bun, The cod was a bit cold, the Brussels sprouts was just oily and soggy, and the artichoke was nothing special at all. The only winner was the Bueno vista Irish coffee at the end of the super underwhelming meal. Do yourself a favor- don't come here and go to rusty pelican , instead or fable and spirit or Bluewater Grill. It'll be cheaper and just a lovely meal where you won't leave hungry or Grossed out. Yuck....never again... read more

This is a must-visit when in Newport! I had the opportunity to visit this place today around 6:15 p.m. and caught a beautiful sunset while enjoying the soothing outdoor seating on the dock overlooking a small bay filled with boat traffic. I ordered the oysters and the lobster roll--both were absolutely delicious. The lobster roll was easy to enjoy, perfectly complemented by toasted bread and crispy fries. The oysters were fresh and flavorful, making them effortless to savor. The staff were extremely polite and professional, even offering off-menu items and catering to guests with great attention. I will be returning to try other items! read more

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Have been many times for happy hour. The sushi rolls are amazing! I recommend try a new sushi roll every time. Bluefin carpaccio was delicious! Service is superb! Beautiful people! read more

The Cannery - Bluefin carpaccio - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This was my first time here and honestly, I was pleasantly surprised! My coworkers and I went during the happy hour where items were 40% off and we ordered a bunch of rolls. My favorite was the cannery roll. The french fries were delicious as well and a must order! The garlic aïoli sauce was so yummy. I'd probably pass on the sashimi if you were ordering here, it wasn't anything special. The service here was amazing and the view was so pretty. There's limited parking other than the valet that's pictured so keep that in mind! Would go here again for sure :) read more

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Great atmosphere on the water. Food was good. The fish and chips were a little non traditional, but everything else was great. read more

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I truly do not understand the hype about this place. First, the happy hour only has food on it, not drinks and it's not too great of a deal. we ordered a few things including their most popular roll, all of it extremely mediocre. I would definitely not recommend sushi here. The drinks were also a disappointment. I ordered a spicy marg and it may be the worst one I've ever had. I would not come back here. I'd much rather go to a happy hour with good deals or with drinks and I definitely wouldn't just eat here. read more

Had the Dynamite Roll and Mongolian Beef. Both were very good. Service was great. The restaurant itself feels dated but it's obviously loved in the Newport community. read more

The place is lively on weekends and always a good time, full review below: Location: clean, lively, the decoration is spot on. Drinks; stick to the drink menu and you will have a good drink. Food: the fish is the standout, however, all the sides are lackluster. The fish portions can be on the smaller side but the flavor is fantastic. Unfortunately, everything else falls short, the rice is very bland and tastes like it has been sitting out, the mac n cheese has no flavor (you can tell it is roux heavy without any real cheese), so don't order those. Desserts are good but the sundae is not worth it. Service: it is good but slow, so don't expect to see your waitress/waiter much. Overall: a little overpriced but the fish is tasty. read more

Beautiful restaurant right on the water. Pricey but quality matches price point. The swordfish tacos and calamari were phenomenal as was the service from Annie. Will definitely try the sushi bar upstairs next time! Must be good because the wait to get up there was out the door! read more

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Stopped by The Cannery and left seriously impressed. Got the lobster roll and it did not disappoint -- buttery, loaded, and just the right amount of richness without being too heavy. The fries were crispy golden perfection, and even the Caesar salad was a hit -- fresh, crunchy, and well-dressed (not too soggy, not too dry... just right). But the real sleeper hit? The espresso martinis. Smooth, slightly sweet, and just enough kick to make you feel fancy without overdoing it. Vibes were on point -- right on the water with that cool Newport breeze and just the right amount of buzz from other tables. Great spot for a chill lunch or a casual evening out. Will 100% be back. read more

The Cannery - Lobster roll - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

As a long-time Newport Beach resident, this is one of the restaurants everybody needs to try. The food here is very good, and the view of the dead-end bay is nice. There is a limited area for people that come via boat also. The two bar areas are nice, and the people are normally fun to talk to. Their Sunday brunch is a fun place to enjoy with friends. read more

My friend & I came in for a Saturday brunch. We split a bunch of appetizers & had bottomless mimosas. Valentina was our server and she was wonderful! Our glasses were never empty and although she was helping another large party we were never neglected. We ordered oysters & they were so good we got a 2nd order. Fried calamari was good. Ahi poke was good. The crab cake was delicious!! Only wish it wasn't just one. A beautiful morning overlooking the water made for a lovely time! Will def be back. read more

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Food was delicious! Great vibe with the open kitchen and cool historical artifacts to look at. Service was friendly and attentive.

Took a friend for happy hour that had never been. We won't be back ! Had the sashimi salad that was chunks of old fish thrown on a bed of lettuce with no dressing and a so so cannery roll without the freshest of ingredients for not so happy hour prices. read more

I was definitely impressed with the ambiance and customer service. We went for lunch and everything was delicious. We ordered appetizers and lunch menu. The lobster roll was delicious and can't wait to go back. read more

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