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SideDoor, Corona Del Mar, CA

SideDoor

4.7
4.7
505 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Three generations of the Frank family found new inspiration in England’s growing gastropub movement.
In 2009, they refurbished, restyled and re-opened the traditional British pub at Five Crowns as Corona del Mar’s first and only English-style gastropub, SideDoor.

SideDoor is a separate operation within Five Crowns. Enter on Poppy Street under the big red key and find a comfortable and convivial atmosphere. Cozy up to one of the charming fireplaces. The focus at SideDoor is on seasonal small plates portioned for sharing, cheese and charcuterie prepared by a chef on duty at the new charcuterie station and a selection of world-class spirits. A wide range of wines and craft beers in a variety of sizes and pours are constantly updated with new offerings for the curious to explore. With its warm, relaxed atmosphere, SideDoor, the casual neighborhood gastropub, will have its guests returning again and again.

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Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Corona del Mar
  • Cross street
    Poppy St
  • Parking details
    Self-Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • St. Paddy's Day with Seamus the Leprechaun

    $24.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 16, 2025 only
    5:30 PM
    🍀 Get ready for a night of Irish cheer! 🍀Join us on March 16th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM for an unforgettable St. Patrick’s Day celebration! Sing along to lively Irish tunes, feast on Corned Beef & Cabbage ($31) and SideDoor favorites, and hear whimsical folk tales from Seamus the Leprechaun!🎟 $20 ticketed event | Family-style seating 🥃 Tullamore D.E.W. flights, Guinness on draft, and more! Don’t miss this magical evening of music, stories, and Irish spirit! 🍻🎶
    St. Paddy's Day with Seamus the Leprechaun Photo

What 505 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SideDoor offers an inviting atmosphere with "delicious food" and "phenomenal service." Patrons rave about the prime rib, charcuterie board, and lobster bisque. The restaurant's English pub ambiance is a hit, along with "great cocktails" and a "wonderful wine selection." It's a popular spot, so reservations are recommended.

505 Reviews
  1. Jeremy

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The service was really bad. The waiter did not bring our drinks for about 15 minutes. They brought this dinner salad before water or any drinks we had to ask for our drinks. Throughout the meal, they were trying to rush us out. They brought the meal out within, a short amount of time as if it was already prepared. We ordered dessert and the waiter tried to talk us out of it several times reiterating that it was going to take 30 minutes. My wife’s meal came with a glass of champagne. They never brought it. We had to ask for it and then he acted , like he was put out by our request people stood around our table because there was not enough room for people waiting to get into the restaurant by in large. It was a poor experience.

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  2. Asita

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the cozy ambiente and food. You can never go wrong with the steak.

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  3. Glenn

    VIP

    Orange County

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love SideDoor! Always great service, thank you Will! Happy Hour Menu and drinks are great and change often.
    SideDoorResponded 4 days ago
    We're thrilled to hear you love SideDoor, Glenn! Thank you for highlighting our great service and unique Happy Hour Menu. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  4. Danuta

    VIP

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner celebrating our anniversary. Tyler was a fantastic waiter and made sure to make our night feel special. All of the staff was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and the ambiance is top notch. We especially enjoyed their cocktails.
    SideDoorResponded 6 days ago
    Celebrating special moments with our guests is what we love most, Danuta. We're thrilled Tyler and our team helped make your anniversary dinner so memorable. Thank you for your kind words about our food, ambiance, and cocktails. We hope to welcome you back for more special evenings!

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  5. Anne

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Save time to go all the way Beverly Hills , nice restaurant!

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  6. Katie

    VIP

    Orange County

    65 reviews

    5.0

    65 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love SideDoor! Will was our server and was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. I had the pot pie and it was delicious with a crisp puff pastry top. My friend had the French Onion soup and wedge salad--both were delicious. My husband had the French dip and it was perfectly cooked and deelish!
    SideDoorResponded 7 days ago
    We couldn't be happier to read your kind words, Katie! Knowing that Will contributed to such a delightful experience with us is wonderful, and we're thrilled you enjoyed the pot pie and your husband the French dip. Thank you for choosing to dine with us, and we look forward to welcoming you all back soon!

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  7. EDDIE

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this little gem of the community. Part of the 5 Crowns Restaurant owned by Lawrey’s LA serves incredible food from next door as well as some pared down items such as prime ribs sandwiches and burgers or fish & chips. Dinning experience is like being transported to a pub in English countryside.
    SideDoorResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your delightful experience, Eddie! We're thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the charming atmosphere and delicious offerings at SideDoor. It's wonderful to know that we could transport you to an English countryside pub. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable dining experience!

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  8. Victor

    Orange County

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good time at the Sidedoor. It’s cozier, a little more casual and has its own menu than the 5 Crowns dining area which is the reason why my family loves it. Our server was great. Food was fantastic.
    SideDoorResponded on February 6, 2025
    Victor, we're thrilled to hear that you and your family enjoy the cozy and casual atmosphere at SideDoor! Thank you for the wonderful feedback, and we're glad you had a great experience with our team and fantastic food. We look forward to welcoming you all back soon!

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  9. Francisco

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    63 reviews

    5.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good. Old schools local gem. Great staff Highly recommended
    SideDoorResponded on February 3, 2025
    Francisco, we're thrilled you enjoyed your visit! Thank you for recommending us and highlighting our team. We look forward to welcoming you again soon!

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  10. Kyle

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the few truly great bars in Newport / CDM. Michael and Andrew at the bar make awesome drinks. Entire staff is fantastic.

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FAQs

SideDoor offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 717-4322.

SideDoor is rated 4.7 stars by 505 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for SideDoor

3801 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Poppy St
  • Neighborhood
    Corona del Mar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Self-Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Matthew Luna
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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