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A photo of A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1940)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Newport Beach
Booked 30 times today
Since 1922 The Arches has been the destination for fine dining in Newport Beach. Known for it’s amazing steak and seafood menu It is a place where celebrities and local customers can dine in privacy. With grand renovations and its rebirth as A Restaurant this landmark will once again be a haven for classic culinary experiences. Chef Roberto Gomez and wine director Steven Ackad have created a perfect alchemy with their creations.
A photo of The Hobbit restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1420)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Orange
Booked 5 times today
* Please use 7:00 for reservations, as we only have one seating per evening. The "New" Hobbit Restaurant is open!Owner Matt McKinney invites you to a fine dining experience in a remodeled 1930's farmhouse.Several different dining rooms, with their own personalities, enhance the natural feel of the restaurant. All three floors are available for dining, even our Wine Cellar! Our six course prix fixe menu is $150.00 per person, an 18% gratuity and tax will be added to your dinner tab.
A photo of Bluewater Grill- Newport Beach restaurant
4.5
Awesome(843)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Newport Beach
Booked 46 times today
Bluewater Grill offers fresh seafood and American fare in a historic location overlooking the Newport Beach bay. Whether looking for classically prepared seafood or something specially created by Executive Chef Albert Serrano, diners at Bluewater Grill will find an extensive menu and fresh ingredients to keep them hooked. Guests may even see catches made by the restaurant's Pilikia, a harpoon boat. Walk into the Bluewater Grill and sample shellfish options or a favorite like the Chipotle Blackened Swordfish. If you're out and about, tie your boat up at the dock and enjoy freshly cut Today's Fish offerings, or a simple crabcake appetizer. For those looking for something from the land, a Bluewater Burger or Chicken Under a Brick are sure to hit the spot, while the Key Lime Pie or Java Mud Pie add the perfect finishing touch.
A photo of Bosscat Orange restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(571)
Price: Expensive
• American • Orange
Booked 29 times today
Bosscat Kitchen & Libations perfectly meshes upscale and casual dining with an expansive whiskey selection and unique offering of American comfort food. It offers high energy, open spaced concepts to promote a lively dining experience. With the rustic industrial aesthetic, brick metal and barrels are prevalent in the space. One of its best attractions is the famous whiskey room, that houses hundreds of whiskies from several countries. From high end whiskies like Pappy Van Winkle, to a shot of Jameson & Coors Light, there is something here for everyone's taste; and Bosscat prides itself on being this type of environment. New flavors and recipes are often brought into the kitchen. All cooks on staff are encouraged to brainstorm and eat with the executive chef, Peter Petro. This collaborative process is the foundation of their culinary art. Encouraging and fostering new ideas with seasonal produce, meats and spices fosters the fun and unique dining experience they so strongly emulate.
A photo of Anaheim White House restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2668)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Anaheim
Booked 36 times today
Anaheim White House features a turn of the century mansion that was remodeled in 2018 with 12 private rooms and dining areas. Enjoy gourmet Italian fine dining featuring items such as Caviar, filet mignon, salmon and a variety of pastas and pizzas just to name a few. Our award winning wine list offers wines from around the globe. An extraordinary dining experience.
A photo of Rothschild's Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1720)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Newport Beach
Booked 16 times today
Rothschild's has been the cornerstone of Corona Del Mar for over 40 years. It has been family owned since early conception and has become a place where our customers and staff have come to call home.
A photo of Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1090)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Orange
Booked 19 times today
Located in historic Old Towne Orange, HAVEN craft kitchen+bar has become known for its warm, comfortable setting; extensive and unique selection of beer, wine, and cocktails; and high quality, freshly prepared food, maintaining purveyors of local or organic produce, sustainable seafood, and humanely raised meat and poultry. HAVEN boasts a selection of rotating independent craft beers on tap and a specially curated list in bottle & cans. Choose from one Orange Counties largest selection of specialty bourbons, scotches, and whiskeys; and an award-winning wine list, with numerous by the glass. In addition, you can enjoy a seasonal craft cocktail, or one of our hand-selected craft spirits.
A photo of O SEA | seafood for thought restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(794)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Orange
Booked 10 times today
O SEA — a seafood restaurant of time and place in the historic Plaza district of Old Towne Orange, recently recognized by the Los Angeles Times as the Best Seafood Restaurant in Orange County and by Wine Spectator Magazine with an Award of Excellence. Something fun, something different, something fresh — O SEA is where seafood is headed. Think salmon ceviche in coconut leche de tigre, tuna poke in gochujang dressing, crispy oaxacan hot shrimp, west coast oysters on the half with thai red curry and tajin’d lime.Responsibly-procured, best-in-class products, served consistently and at a value, with deeply craveable and seasonal flavors — welcome to O SEA.We can’t wait to serve you.
A photo of Perla Mexican Cuisine restaurant
3.9
Excellent(228)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Santa Ana
Booked 1 time today
Located in the energetic, historic street of the Downtown Santa Ana on the corner of W Fourth St & N Birch St, Perla is a new authentic, family owned restaurant. Perla is truly an authentic representation of the culinary diversity of Mexico. The main focus is to introduce the traditional Mexican flavors enhanced with a personal touch of long family recipes and traditions.
A photo of URBANA restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(412)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • Anaheim
Booked 2 times today
Influenced by the authentic offerings of Mexico, URBANA brings an innovative fine dining experience to the Anaheim Packing House. Amazing Handcrafted Cocktails are a compliment to the menu. Gourmet Tacos with robust flavors, Fresh Ceviche's and other plates with traditional flavors are available to enjoy in Urbana's beautiful setting.*In order for all guests to enjoy the URBANA experience, we enforce a 90minute maximum time seating policy on weekend nights and special events. We are only accepting Credit Card Payments, NO CASH*

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  • WendyVIP
    Orange County •47 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Stellar service and stellar food for our family Christmas gathering. So grateful for this place!
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    Bluewater Grill- Newport BeachPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Newport Beach
    4.5
  • Alexis
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Really good service, kind and understanding. Food has a unique twist on known dishes.
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    Bosscat OrangePrice: Expensive• American• Orange
    4.7
  • Cathi
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    What an amazing experience from the time we arrived and were greeted by the Reception staff to Chef Bruno in the lobby greeting guests as they come in, this was by far the best experience we have had at any restaurant! We arrived early and were welcome to take photos of the beautiful restaurant and grab a drink at the upstairs bar. My husband had a California Cab and I had a berry Mojito, a special on the menu. The mojito was the best I have ever had! What a great start! We were seated at a quaint table for two and provided water and rolls immediately. We ordered the Volcano Roll for appetizers and it arrived very shortly after. The roll was 6 pieces and I wish there were more because it was so delicious! We ordered our entrees next, I ordered the Blackened Ahi and my husband had the Petite Filet. Both arrived quickly and were presented well. The Blackened Ahi was absolutely fantastic and my husband’s filet was melt-in-your-mouth good! We had the privilege of speaking with Chef Bruno one more time. Brian was so delightful to talk to and engaged in conversation with us. We never felt rushed, and after we ordered the soufflé (definitely order this early in your meal), we were told it would take 20 mins to make. It seemed like it was just minutes and it was at our table. This was the absolute best dessert we have ever had! Our meal was amazing, the staff was amazing, and the restaurant was decorated in the holiday spirit. Such an awesome experience! I’m so glad we came and would come back again in a heartbeat!
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    Anaheim White HousePrice: Expensive• Italian• Anaheim
    4.6
  • AlanVIP
    Orange County •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food was very good. Had some cheese and meats to start and the board was very well presented. Our server, Staci and her support staff were spot on throughout dinner. I would also recommend leaving room for dessert. Looks of great choices to share.
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    A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport BlvdPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Newport Beach
    4.8
  • Michael
    Orange County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    If you’re a fan of LOTR or The Hobbit, don’t expect rounds doors, Longbottom leaf or a bottle of 1296 Old Winyards. What you can expect is one of the most spectacular dining experiences around. My wife and I dine out rather often, maybe too often, and we don’t do fast food or chain restaurants. So we’ve had some pretty memorable dining experiences, but The Hobbit has arisen from their quiet fields to shake the towers and counsels of the Great. We’ll certainly be back. P.S. Frodo lives!
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    The HobbitPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Orange
    4.6
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