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608 Dahlia, Newport Beach, CA

608 Dahlia

4.8
4.8
2127 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625

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2 people
SunMonTueWedThuFriSat
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Executive Chef Jessica Roy brings her fresh interpretation and style to Garden and Farm-to-Table cuisine right inside the botanical oasis that is Sherman Library and Gardens. Daily pickings from the Gardens and local farms populate the ever changing seasonal menu that highlights the best and most flavorful ingredients of the season. Look for ingredients at their peak, stunning edible blooms and herbs right from the Sherman grounds, and cuisine that is nothing short of inspired and delicious. .

Please note: we are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5.00 per person admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization), who maintain the sweeping panoramic views that our diners get to enjoy! Come for the food and stay for the views (and insta-worthy pics).

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jessica Roy
  • Catering
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
  • Private party facilities
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    MacArthur and PCH
  • Parking details
    Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Dahlia Fireside Afternoon Tea

    $75.00 per person

    Feb 20, 2025 - Apr 17, 2025
    Join us for a cozy Fireside Afternoon Tea experience on select Thursdays January through April 2025. Afternoon tea is $75 per person; $90 with a Alexandrie brut bubbly pour (not including taxes and gratuity). Menus are fixed and available to view online on our website https://608dahlia.com/afternoon-tea-experiences. Children menus will be available to order a la carte for any guests under 10 years of age.
    Dahlia Fireside Afternoon Tea Photo
  • Pasolivo Chef's Tasting Dinner

    $165.00 per person

    Prepaid

    May 2, 2025 only
    608 Dahlia is partnering with Pasolivo to offer a unique tasting and dining experience! Pasolivo has been producing award winning California olive oil for more than a decade and is a trusted purveyor of oils, vinegars and seasonings for Chef Jessica Roy and 608 Dahlia. On Friday May 2nd, join us as we celebrate Pasolivo and California cuisine: 5:30pm Guest Arrival and welcome beverage 6:00pm Guests Seated for an Olive Oil education and tasting with Pasolivo's GM and Olive Oil sommelier, Marisa Bloch Gaytan 6:30pm Chef's 4-course tasting dinner, each course introduced by Chef Jessica Roy 8:00pm Q&A, mix-and-mingle, and opportunity to purchase Pasolivo products Dinner Menu (full menu available to view online www.608dahlia.com): Rosemary Biscuit Garden Vegetable Panzanella Seared Halibut with tomato vierge sauce OR Flat Iron Steak with chimichurri sauce Citrus Orange Olive Oil Cake Ticket price of $165 includes admission, olive oil tasting, welcome beverage, wine with dinner, 4-course Chef tasting dinner, non-alcoholic beverages included coffee and tea.
    Pasolivo Chef's Tasting Dinner Photo
  • Food and Fashion Show

    $79.30 per person

    Prepaid

    May 30, 2025 only
    Enjoy the evolution of Food and Fashion! On Friday May 30th 1pm-4pm we will be combining exquisite cuisine with a stunning fashion show. Your ticket of $65 (+tax and gratuity) will include a Garden side lunch (menu below), admission to Sherman Library and Gardens, and a table-side fashion show presented by CDOBBS. Menu: Buttermilk Chive and Gruyere Biscuit with house whipped butter and orange blossom honey Dahlia Salad with Grilled Chicken (mixed greens, strawberries, dates, goat cheese, fresh herbs, toasted sunflower seeds, balsamic reduction, lemon poppy vinaigrette) Dessert Duo of flourless chocolate torte and almond lemon tart Yuzu Lychee Spritz (non-alcoholic) Additional menu items and alcoholic beverages will be available a la carte for an additional charge. Timeline: 1pm Guest Arrival 1:30pm Lunch served Garden side 2pm Fashion Show 4pm Event End For questions regarding this experience, or to notify us about dietary restrictions, please email reservations@608dahlia.com.
    Food and Fashion Show Photo

What 2,127 people are saying

608 Dahlia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Orange County

    American

  • South Orange County

    Healthy

  • South Orange County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • South Orange County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
608 Dahlia offers a "beautiful garden setting" that complements its "exceptional dining experience." Guests rave about the "phenomenally good food," with standout dishes like the "to-die-for biscuits" and "exquisite presentation." Chef Jessica's culinary creations are consistently praised, making this "coastal culinary gem" in Sherman Gardens a must-visit.
2,127 Reviews
  1. Lois

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was terrific from the time we were greeted and seated, to the wonderful menu choices, the wait staff and the food itself. the biscuits and quiche are to die for. Lovely setting.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Salads incredibly fresh, beautifully presented. Lamb shank so tender no knife needed. Sauce incredible. Flat iron good - carmelized onion & sauce made the dish. Benjamin's service should have been better & more attentive.

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  3. Shelly

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and services, quite nice. The ambience of the gardens, before and after, make the experience worth while. Took guests from a foreign country; they were enamored with the experience.

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  4. Lynn

    Los Angeles12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a busy lunch and it got quite loud inside during our ladies group luncheon of 8 in front of the fireplace. The loudness was the only negative as everything else was amazing!!

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  5. Tiffany

    Orange County15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a lovely day in the gardens with beautiful cocktails, warm biscuits and the salmon yummy

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  6. Denise VIP

    Orange County10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful birthday lunch with friends. It was a beautiful day and the chef entrees and biscuits surpassed our greatest expectations. We had a wonderful server and everything was just perfect. There was a little misunderstanding about our seating upon arrival, but the manager quickly resolved to our satisfaction. This restaurant is a jewel in Orange County.

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  7. Jeanne VIP

    Orange County13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food by Chef Jessica!! (Especially the tiny edible flowers in the side salad). The biscuits are melt in your mouth. The flooring is tile, beautiful but creates quite a clatter. Better condone outside if weather permits. The gardens were a beautiful added bonus!

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  8. Keisha VIP

    Phoenix4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was an amazing dining experience. Our table was outside, so we were able to enjoy all the spring colors of the gardens. The food was so fresh and everything tasted amazing. The made to biscuits are a must! We even had a chance to meet the chef, who happens to be Orange County Chef of the Year, 2025. This is truly a special place for lunch.

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  9. Carol VIP

    Orange County117 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Oh, those biscuits! Come for the biscuits, stay for Chef Jessica’s amazing entrees. Is there a prettier setting in the OC for lunch? Or a tastier, more imaginative menu? I think not.

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  10. Daniel VIP

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenally good food. The beet salad is better than any I've ever had, and the orchetta with mushrooms and roast squash was absolutely amazingly delicious. One of the best meals I've had in my life and this was lunch!

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Booked 44 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 608 Dahlia

2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    MacArthur and PCH
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jessica Roy
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
  • Private party facilities
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.
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