Celebrated my husband's birthday here as well as Easter brunch here last year. Both times the food and the atmosphere was great. The retail area next to the restaurant is very nice and is nice to browse when waiting for your table. The ambiance is casual but upscale at the same time. Dress ranges from casual to professional attire. Not stuffy feeling at all. Our server was very pleasant and helpful with the menu. She recommended the pot pie which my husband really enjoyed. Both my sons and I got the Creole shrimp and crab pasta which was good but not as flavorful as I thought it would be but good nonetheless. The appetizers we ordered were very good. I would recommend the biscuits and the Ahi tuna tacos. Both very delicious. Drink wise, the old fashioned was very good with the block of ice my husband likes, no ice cubes for him. They also gave us a slice of pina colada cake for his birthday which was really good! Will definitely come back and recommend to family and friends read more

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This review is specifically for their STORE section not the restaurant. Last week I went to this store to return a dress which I had the receipt for. I had used a $50 reward coupon on it. The lady at the register asked me how she can be any help. I told her that I would like to return this item and I have used a $50 reward coupon on. She said if I return it, I would lose the $50 which I said I am totally fine with it. Then she asked me if I had the credit card that I bought it with. These days everything is automatic. Nowhere asks fro your credit card except the businesses belonging to stone age. I said I don't have the cc and she said I can't return it! So couple of days later, I went to their Mission Viejo location. This time I had the cc and when I got to the register, the nice sales person started returning my item and he is like oh we don't need your cc to do the return. I was like what?!! He was like yeh, unless you paid with debit card, we would not need the cc to return your item! I was soooo upset and angry to be frank. It is the lack of customer service and disrespect to the time of the customer that bothered me! I know that lady didn't want me to return my item at her store because it would have gone against her bonus or sales of the day or whatever. But she doesn't realize that her action was so unprofessional that made me to write this review!!!!! read more

I had been to this Tommy Bahama's several times, and I am surprised I hadn't reviewed it yet. So here I am reviewing Tommy Bahama's near fashion Island in Newport Beach. This place is not only a restaurant, and bar but it is also a Tommy Bahama store. The hot ticket is to get there for happy hour as they have some amazing specials as well as drink deals for you to while away the afternoon. There's always a good crowd there and the vibe is definitely casual and slightly upscale. That didn't stop me from wearing the work clothes that I had on from the car show I was doing. Regardless, the wait staff is absolutely amazing, they are right on the money, and ready to make suggestions and get you dialed in. I had the sliders, the fish tacos, and an old fashioned. Let me just say this about that. Those sliders were so off the hook! They were cooked perfectly, and had a special sauce and a big thick pickle and I'll tell you, I could have eaten about 12 of them. Them. The fish taco had such a great flavor and just enough spice. Absolutely amazing! Let's talk about the old fashioned. I love me some good bourbon, and this place has a lot of great bourbon options for you to choose from. I chose Woodford reserve as the base for my bourbon drink, and it was made perfectly! And you can't go wrong with a slice of key lime pie. It is so great and has such a powerful lime flavor... Like an amazing, wonderful punch in the mouth! The only reason I'm giving this place four stars instead of five, is the prices are still pretty high. Where everybody's prices have gone up. But I think they are charging more for the area than they are for the food. Now. That being said, I will still go back here in a heartbeat! Bottom line? If you are looking for a great place to spend some time and get some food and drink, you definitely have to check this place out! read more

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I must admit, Tommy Bahama has been a bit of a bucket list item since discovering its presence in OC. It's not quite themed dining but it's close enough that it piqued my interest. We went here for a family dinner on a Sunday. I think my favorite part was the appetizers and it was a bit downhill from there. We got the skillet bread and coconut shrimp. These were so good! The coconut shrimp is perfect crispy and the skillet keeps the bread nice and warm. For my main, I split the blackened mahi mahi tacos with my sister along with the steak salad. Both of these were just okay. I liked the crispy potatoes on the steak salad but it was just kind of meh for the price, same with the tacos. For dessert, we overindulged with the key lime pie, cake, and creme brûlée. This might have just been personal preference but I only really liked the key lime pie. Service was decent. Our server was certainly friendly and kind but it was a little slow here on a Sunday evening. Overall, this was a one and done for me. read more

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Had an amazing lunch/dinner at Tommy Bahama is Newport Beach today. The ambiance is always pleasant and uplifting. We had reservations yet found a nice hightop in the bar area. Rose was our fantastic server and truly did an amazing job serving us and providing a quality customer experience. We started with drinks and the artichoke dip with flatbread. Yummy. We also were please to see and visit with Pilar, the GM, a true sweetheart and someone we care dearly for. We visited for a while and then Rose stopped by and took our entree order. We both had the macadamia nut crusted halibut which is so good! My wife had the rice and asparagus and I had mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach. What a great dining experience and the Tommy Bahama family, staff, are all amazing! We just love the people, food and ambiance. Thank you Pilar, Rose and the entire TB team! read more

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We have not ate at Tommy Bahama for about couple years, we decided to come back and have a causal dinner tonight. We had a reservation at 7:30 pm for 4 people, when we get there, we had to wait for about 15 min before they seated us. Seems like the walked in got seated before us. We sat inside the restaurant since it was a cold night. The decor has not changed. It was a clean minimalist beach decor. We ordered the World famous Coconut Shrimp as appetizer. It was tasty! We ordered Lump Crab and Avacado salad, Crab Cake entrees, Creole Shrimp and Crab Pasta and the Macadamia Crusted Halibut. Followed by the Pina Colada cake and a Pineapple Cream Brulee. All 4 of the Entree are really good. However, the Coconut Shrimp and the Pineapple Creme Brulee is to die for. One reason why I did not give it a 5 star is because our server really did not come around our table to give us refill. He was very friendly, just not around too much. Otherwise it was a nice dinner! read more

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It's been years since I've been year and I'm not sure why but the food and drinks here are the best. I came here really hungry so that I can taste a couple of things. I started with a tequila drink and it was outstanding. I ended up having 2 of them. I had the famous coconut shrimp and it came with 2 different sauces. An orange flavor one and one tasted like some kind of peanut base sauce, both was very good, and went well with the coconut shrimp. My main entree I decided to go with the Seabass. Definitely a must try dish. It was really good. It had nice vegetables that went with it. Both bartenders were attentive. I came here during lunch time on a Friday and it was fairly busy with a nice casual vibe to it. I would recommend this place for any occasion. Plenty of parking since it's located on an outdoor shopping center. read more

Tommy Bahama - the famous coconut shrip - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The ambiance was so nice. We sat outside enjoying the outdoor weather. Had the nice umbrellas covering us from the sun. Everyone working there were nice and friendly. Our waiter was fast and helpful with menu choices. Food and drinks were delicious. Good food and friendly service deserves a compliment. read more

Tommy Bahama - Lump Blue Crab Cakes - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Well overdue review! This is just such a great place for dinner or happy hour. I've been here many many times and realized I never reviewed this restaurant. The happy hour appetizers and cocktails are a must. Tonight we had dinner and cocktails after not visiting for sometime. The filet mignon salad with the crunchy frites was surprisingly so darn good. I enjoyed every bite with the tender filet mignon. My husband had the crusted halibut dinner which was superb. The mai tai cocktails are a must ! Our service was great and love that the bar is huge for a random happy hour visit read more

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人生的這一本書，翻過這一頁，我們才能夠寫下一章，放下你的糾結，該過去的就讓它過去吧，再耐心點，也給時間一點時間，當你能靜下心，落好窗，不再辜負光陰，便能笑著迎接未來美好的時光～ 聖誕節快來了，各家餐廳也明顯的忙碌的許多，來推薦一家上禮拜我跟好友們去的地方，就是名牌衣服Tommy Bahama 的餐廳，我們剛剛去的時候，發現這個餐廳幾乎都是女生來聚餐，交換聖誕禮物， 一直到12 點多才有一些男生進來， 12 點多餐廳也就全滿了，這裡有室內， 也有戶外， 寬敞的空間，誰看了都會喜歡， 第一次來，結果我們點的每一道菜都很好吃， 唯一差一點點的是 pasta , 味道不差， 就是麵條太軟了一些，在 newport 這個地方，價格還很公道，生意興隆是可預期的！ read more

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Years later, the quality of the food is still good. Service is fine. There's a bit of a serious, get the job done vibe. They don't give the yummy warm bread anymore. They offer the House Biscuits which are on the menu instead. The bar and restaurant always have a solid amount of customers. read more

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Love to come here on a warm day. The open air restaurant is wonderful. There is also seating outside. But, we wanted to watch the football games, so we loved our table near the bar. Service was wonderful and attentive. The macadamia nut crusted halibut was delicious. We also had the holiday special salad made with kale and cranberries. Neither of us liked it. It had too many stems and tasted bitter. The full rack baby back ribs were huge, tender, and moist and we loved them!! The key lime pie is also a winner here! We will definitely be back! read more

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Fabulous experience! Packed with people during the lunch rush. Book ahead on OpenTable, that's a must! Shoutout to my server, Annie! She delivered phenomenal friendly customer service! This restaurant is gorgeous! I had their Coconut Shrimp that was served piping hot and mouthwatering deliciousness. Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken, and that didn't disappoint! Ample parking, but it can get crazy during peak hours. Lots of shops in the center. Food was excellent, huge menu selection, and the restaurant itself was aesthetically appealing. I didn't check out their retail store selection, but I will next time! Highly recommended! Had a great time, overall! Thanks, Annie! And thank you for reading this, Yelpers!!! read more

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We walked in on the Sunday brunch hour. We didn't have reservations but was fortunate enough to be seated promptly even though the eatery was at capacity. The decor and size of this restaurant is large and airy. We started off with Mai Tai's and two orders of the coconut shrimp.For my main entree, I chose the lump crab, avocado salad which was delightful. Our waiter was friendly and on point. Overall, our party enjoyed the Sunday brunch at Tommy Bahama and I look forward to returning to another Tommy Bahama soon. read more

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The food was pretty good. I like the goat cheese appetizer a lot and the mussels soup. I felt like the Thai curry was a bit overly salted but the shrimp and scalloped in it was cooked perfectly. Super buttery. It did have great flavor though We came here on a Wednesday and it was quite busy but we were able to get a table at the high top since we didn't have a reservation. The vibe is really relaxing and leisurely. Our food took quite a long time to come out but they were very nice and comped some of our appetizers for us. I would come here again and try some other items to taste it. read more

Tommy Bahama - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Great Happy Hour and Bar service. There are plenty of seating inside and outside. Best part you can bring your dog. Get there early for happy hour. Great starters, Ahi Taco Hamburger Sliders are cooked to perfection's Crab Cakes Mahi Tacos All delicious read more

Tommy Bahama - Crabs cakes and Ahi tacos - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Had reservations at 5 pm. I checked in with the hostess that seemed irritated, probably since it was busy. We still had to wait about 10 minutes. We were seated outside. The patio is nice. Friendly service by our server & food was good. It was our first time at this location. I appreciate that reservations can be made since our local one in Palm Desert doesn't take reservations. The adjoining store is nice & big. I'd return when in the area. read more

Tommy Bahama - Parmesan-Crusted Sanibel Chicken - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I had a great dinner here with a couple good friends and from the beginning I felt very welcomed and the environment was very clean and desirable along with the staff being friendly and welcoming. Our server whose name I could not capture had very high end hospitality skills and was very knowledgeable and just provided an exemplary experience. I ordered the shrimp and crab pasta with a glass of white wine. Dessert was a key lime pie. All 10/10, Fresh food, very good portions and car out nice and hot. I will definitely be returning very soon. read more

Had a beautiful lunch here with my daughter and parents this week. Our server Tyler was great. It was clear that the restaurant was very busy, but he was still incredibly attentive and friendly. For appetizers we shared the coconut shrimp and lobster rolls. Both were so flavor and came out piping hot. For our entrees, my mom and I split the Thai coconut curry with shrimp and scallops and the crab and avocado salad. Unfortunately the salad came out without the crab on it but Tyler was quick to get it taken care of and we had crab very soon after! Both were delicious and the shrimp and scallops were cooked beautifully. I will definitely be having that as an entree again. We had the coconut cake for dessert, and it is always the star of the show! Overall a wonderful experience, made even more excellent by the attentive service and beautiful atmosphere. Christmas in Newport is an exceptional experience. read more

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We had a great experience at Tommy Bahama for brunch! We came in for brunch with a group of 7, including 2 small kids, and walked in without a reservation. Despite that, they were kind enough to accommodate us, which we really appreciated, especially after a nearby restaurant refused to seat us because they can't seat more than 4 people in group. Service was great from start to finish. Everyone was friendly, attentive and welcoming. The drinks were excellent and the food was really good. I ordered the Wagyu French Dip, which was absolutely delicious and packed with flavor. Others in the group ordered the burger and loved it as well. Portions are generous and definitely big enough to share, although the food is so good you won't want to. Overall, a fantastic experience and a place we will happily return to. read more

The interiors have changed since I last dined here but the vibe is very relaxed and interiors more open and airy. Still have a musician playing adjacent to the bar area. The staff are very welcoming upon entry to restaurant hostess desk which is btwn the restaurant and the shop. Parking is easy and there is accessible parking options. I ordered the lump crab cake soup and the Crab cake Benedict. Delicious. read more

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We frequent our Tommy Bahamas out in the desert but we had our $50 off $100 cards to use so we decided to come to the Newport Beach Tommy Bahamas which is super nice & huge! I ordered an eggnog martini then a chicken tortilla soup which hit the spot since it was chilly out!. I also ordered the braised short rib pot pie that was absolutely delicious!!! we sat outside the ambience was really nice & the heaters did a great job of keeping us comfortable while eating outside. Our server was really nice & attentive. We'll definitely be back! read more

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I've been coming to the Newport Beach Tommy Bahama for years, and it never disappoints. However, I recently visited with my son and was disappointed to see a lot of my favorites no longer on the menu and the quality of the food decline (new chef?). However, today I returned for my annual holiday lunch with co-workers (my gift to them). The place was packed, so we were seated on the patio. Our server was attentive and friendly and took our order very quickly. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the rest of the service. The food took over half an hour to be served. We were 40 minutes into our visit and had to be back at work within an hour (again, I've come many times and was always in and out within an hour). We enjoyed our meal, knowing we'd be back to work a tad late. Once we finished and were ready to head out, I scanned the patio for our waitress, but she was nowhere to be found. Five minutes, 10 minutes, 15 minutes. Finally, I flagged down another server to ask him to let ours know we needed the check. Still nothing. I asked him again several minutes later, and again nothing. Finally, another member of staff (looked more senior) came to clear the plates from our table. He was very friendly, and I mentioned to him that we had to return to work and were still waiting for our bill, and commented that the service had been pretty slow. He said he'd take care of us, and we figured we'd get a free dessert. When he returned, he told me the meal was comped. I was shocked! I had my credit card out ready to pay, but he refused. Now that is great service, and is what turned this from what would've been a bad review to a positive review. I'm only giving it four stars instead of five because the quality of the food has gone down. Thank you to the great management for great customer service! THAT'S how you keep a loyal client!! read more

Tommy Bahama - Short Rib Pot Pie with Grilled Cabbage (special dish from Winter Menu) - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I have to admit that my very first time dining here (more than 15 years ago!) was underwhelming. At that time, I was unimpressed by the food. The only reason I returned repeatedly over the years was because it was a preferred place of many friends. In the last few years, however, I've truly enjoyed the cuisine and am just now taking the time to post a review. Whether the menu itself has improved or my palate has matured over time, I can't say for sure. But Tommy Bahama is definitely now one of my go-to eateries. What has always been great here is the vibe and the service. The staff has always been friendly and professional, and the atmosphere is lively, bright, fresh and inviting ... all the more during the holiday season. So in terms of the food, this has been a lesson in not relying solely on initial impressions. Second chances, and even thirty-second chances , can change minds or reveal new epicurean delights. Here's to growth and evolution, and here's to more wonderful dining experiences at Tommy Bahama! read more

Tommy Bahama - Creole Shrimp & Crab Pasta - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I was treated to a business lunch with my financial advisory team on a beautiful afternoon. We had reservations and were quickly seated outside. Tables are properly spaced apart so that you can have a decent conversation without it conflicting or being heard by a neighboring table. Water is served from a carafe and was replaced when it got low. The food choices were great for a business lunch. I opted for the Crab and Avocado Salad, loaded with crab and freshly sliced avocado served on leaves of romaine with just a light amount of dressing so that I could enjoy the ingredients. Menu prices were standard for the area and thankfully I was treated by my team. A great experience and would enjoy coming back. read more

Started off with the "world famous" coconut shrimp. They were ok, definitely have had better, they were overcooked I think, came out really dark. The crab Benedict's were delicious, cooked perfectly. The cloud martini (not sure of exact name) was sweet, creamy and delicious. Went well with the pina colada cake. Only complaint is at least 6 different people walked past us with their dogs. They ate out on the patio but I've never been to a restaurant that allows you to walk (or carry) your dog through a full restaurant of people eating, to get to patio. Just enter with your dog outside at the patio entrance, like every other dog friendly patio...is this too much common sense? These were definitely not service dogs. read more

Tommy Bahama - Cloud martini - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Tommy Bahamas is always a solid 4. We came here for my birthday lunch and sat out on the patio to enjoy the beautiful weather. We usually start with their yummy famous coconut shrimp but this time we wanted to try something different. This time we ordered the chips with guacamole and salsa, unfortunately these were just okay. The chips tasted like grocery store chips and the guacamole was flavorless. Next time we will stick with what we know is good. For our entrees we ordered the filet mignon salad which is always yummy and the French dip. The beef was heavily dipped in the au jus which was a bit salty and it also made the roll soggy. My husband would have preferred to dip the sandwich himself so he can control the amount of au jus on his sandwich. Some of their dishes are a hit and miss but we do have our favorites that we always like to order. What always brings us back is the great service and atmosphere. read more

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I ordered the Cuban sandwich and the Ahi tuna tacos. Boy, was I not disappointed! The Sauces on both items were delicious delicious-mouth watering good! I told my wife that she should bring my daughter, and daughter-in-law when she gets a chance so they would have a chance to sample the food. For a clothes store, they do a great job in the food department. Can't say enough about this place and we will be back soon! read more

Tommy Bahama - Cuban Sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

It's been a few years since we came to TB. Many fond memories of good food and good times. It feels like a company that was bought and "streamlined" to be more profitable. I must say the service was great. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. Unfortunately, he had to explain that they didn't have their signature bread rolls any longer and that there'd been much feedback on that subject. He recommended the replacement which was a southern biscuit. It did taste good for a biscuit, but we are at the beach... not Tennessee. Doesn't fit imo. We both had the special that used to be stellar. The macadamia nut "crusted" halibut. One.. it appeared to be a pressed halibut steak with maybe a macadamia flavored rub on it... no nuts, no Crunchiness and really suspect of having been frozen. It appears they've gone the way of volume pricing and saving $ as we've seen too many once nice restaurants do. Not sure the reasoning other than making an extra buck, but once we were asked to join the "points" card system we knew they had lost their spot as a go to special restaurant. I recommend who ever took over the operations be terminated and get back to the heart of TB.... Quality over qty. they've stepped down at least 2-3 notches in restaurant world imo. read more

Tommy Bahama - Macadamia nut "crusted " halibut.... You decide..... - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Came here to celebrate Valentine's Day. They were very busy so we got seated 15 minutes after our reservation time. Service was quick, and our food arrived quickly. We weren't given any complimentary bread, so our meal started off with our appetizers: crab cakes and lobster spring rolls. The crab cakes were large and delicious! They would have been better slightly warmer. The island slaw was yummy, and had some wonton pieces that added a nice crunch. I didn't try the lobster spring rolls, but my bf said they were tasty, but didn't have any crab inside (it's mostly pork). For the entree, I got the Vday special: Lemon Pacific Sole. The fish was soft and tender, but I didn't particularly like the risotto and banana curry butter sauce. The crispy sweet potato on top was yummy. I tried my bf's Macadamia Nut Crusted Halibut, and it was also really tender and crispy on the outside. read more

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This review is for the store. The boxes of the Honolulu Cookies are major stale. Very disappointing because of the price point and nobody cares enough to check! read more

I cannot express enough how good this place is! The ribs and the shrimp are my favorite but everything is honestly great. We had Jeffery as a server and he was so nice and great. He gave us recommendations and was the best! read more

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Came here on Sunday afternoon for a quick bite and birthday cake. Kati was a great server and was really nice as this was our first time dinning at the establishment. My best friend got steak and eggs and said it was amazing. She also loved her coconut cloud drink and would come here again. I wasn't too hungry so I got the ahi tuna tacos off the appetizer as my meal. They were 4 delicious tacos that were loaded and kept me full for a few hours. I didn't feel like drinking so I got grapefruit juice and a slice of birthday cake on my actual birthday which was icing on the top. read more

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Tommy Bahamas always a pleasure to dine here at the Newport Location.This visit we signed up for the rewards program and instantly got a discount off our check. We split a rack of rib and some asparagus on the side . All very delicious and good service. The coconut pineapple cake is the best anywhere. Live music while we were dining Saturday evening was very nice . Menu prices very reasonable. read more

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Last night, I went to Tommy Bahama with my friends to celebrate a birthday. I made a reservation through OpenTable, but happy hour is only available at the bar or the high tops. Since Tommy Bahama has such an amazing happy hour, the place was fully packed! I spoke with the hostess, Andréa to see if there was any way to put some tables together, and she kindly said she would check with the manager. Meanwhile, our server Justin came over--so professional and sweet--and assured me, "Don't worry, we'll figure something out." A little while later, the manager, Pilar, came by and worked her magic. She managed to put not two, but three tables together so we could all sit and enjoy happy hour while celebrating our friend's birthday. It turned out just perfect. It was such a great reminder of how much a little kindness and great customer service can elevate an experience. Cheers to the wonderful hostess, our amazing server, and Pilar for going above and beyond. And cheers to Tommy Bahama--always one of our local favorite! read more

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good food, but super expensive, Great ambience and really exotic stuff. Nice to try it occasionally, but I couldn't move there every day. It's too expensive. read more

I never post reviews... EVER! The service I received here was phenomenal. I was sitting at the bar. The bar staff is personable and know their stuff! The food I ordered... there was a mix up in the kitchen. Not only did the bartender apologize but the kitchen manager personally came out to talk to me, checked in again to let me know it would be out soon & hand delivered my order. Customer service is a 10/10!! Thank you to the staff read more

We went during HH, great service and ambiance. Those tacos were amazing and the drinks! Definitely get there when HH starts at 3, gets really crowded. read more

Tommy Bahama - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I had an unpleasant experience at Happy Hour in the past, but I gave them another try at brunch. For my $29 Huevos Rancheros, I asked for my eggs to be over medium. I emphasized this to the server. But mine were barely cooked, runny and the egg white was so undercooked that part of it was membrane-like. I will not go back. read more

Love the dog friendly patio! The manager is super friendly and was very welcoming to our big, diverse group. It's always a fabulous experience when we come here. Food is terrific with a varied menu. Highly recommended for outdoor dining (they have both heaters and umbrellas). read more