Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Orange County

Best Restaurants for People Watching in Fountain Valley

Price
Cuisine
Regions
Neighborhoods
Top Rated
Dining Options
Seating Options
Accessibility

15 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Leatherby's Cafe Rouge restaurant
1. Leatherby's Cafe Rouge
4.7
Exceptional(1864)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Costa Mesa
Booked 4 times today
We believe in locally sourcing seasonal, farm fresh vegetables and the freshest, most sustainable seafood available. Our artisanal craft cocktails are the ideal aperitif and we offer a range of wines from which to select the perfect pairing.
A photo of Ocean 48 - Newport restaurant
2. Ocean 48 - Newport
4.9
Exceptional(548)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Newport Beach
Booked 135 times today
The Ocean 48 menu is designed with fresh seafood and quality ingredients in mind. The Mastros provide ultra-grade seafood, salmon, lobster, crab, oysters and more. Much of the menu is served a la carte, letting each guest personalize their experience. Ocean 48 is seafood reinvented in a vibrant upscale atmosphere specializing in world-class seafood & great steaks. Different than anything we have done in the past, the fine dining atmosphere blends dramatic and intimate settings. At the core of Ocean 48 is chef sourced, highest graded sustainable fresh seafood from around from the world, enhanced with unique and interesting appetizers and side dishes that go beyond the traditional seafood menu. Newport's best seafood & romantic restaurant.
A photo of Palmilla Newport Beach Cocina y Tequila restaurant
3. Palmilla Newport Beach Cocina y Tequila
4.8
Exceptional(113)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Newport Beach
Booked 24 times today
Palmilla Cocina Y Tequila features home-style Mexican cuisine featuring the freshest seafood and the finest cuts of beef, along with an amazing selection of premium tequilas, mezcals and globally inspired wines. Both Palmilla Hermosa Beach and Palmilla Newport Beach feature lovely outdoor patio areas, perfect for soaking up the sea breezes from the Pacific ocean just footsteps away. Palmilla’s sophisticated, yet inviting dining rooms showcase imported, custom-made furniture and decor that transports guests to Mexico’s luxurious coastal landscapes. When dining at Palmilla, you will feel as if you’ve been transported to an upscale boutique hotel in beautiful Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, which is where much of the inspiration of the design came from.
A photo of Bosscat Kitchen & Libations restaurant
4. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations
4.6
Exceptional(710)
Price: Expensive
• American • Irvine
Booked 28 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 most coveted 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 with a Coors Light, there is something here for everyone's taste; and Bosscat prides itself on being this type of environment. Each season new flavors and recipes are brought into the kitchen. The culture and staff are encouraged to foster the fun and unique dining experience they so strongly emulate. Bosscat is open all week for lunch and dinner. Happy hour is available on weekdays, and a fun, boozy brunch menu is available on Saturdays and Sundays.
A photo of Paseo restaurant
5. Paseo
4.4
Awesome(204)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Anaheim
Booked 55 times today
From the heart and mind of Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, the Downtown Disney® District’s newest authentic Mexican restaurant blends cultural legacy with the present day. Enjoy delicate, rich flavors blended together with zest and spice over an inspiring meal with friends and family.
A photo of Centrico restaurant
6. Centrico
4.3
Awesome(109)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Anaheim
Booked 27 times today
From the heart and mind of Michelin-starred Chef Carlos Gaytán, the Downtown Disney® District’s new open-air Mexican restaurant and cantina is the perfect gathering place. At Céntrico, create memories over the vibrant flavors of outstanding specialty cocktails and authentic dishes inspired by Chef Carlos’s childhood in Mexico.
A photo of The Country Club - Costa Mesa restaurant
7. The Country Club - Costa Mesa
4.6
Exceptional(618)
Price: Expensive
• American • Newport Beach
Booked 10 times today
**Please note we are a 21 and over establishment, sorry, no minors!Our building has been a haven for good conversations and libations for over 60 years, and we’re proud to carry on the tradition. We invite you to sit back, relax with a drink in hand, and enjoy the sights, sounds, and pleasing aromas of your very own “exclusive” club.Voted #6 Yelp's Top Brunch in California, LA Times Best Of Southland: Orange CountyOrange County Register: Best Bar 2021Steakhouse, Homemade Fresh Pastas, Craft cocktails, Brunch, Bottomless Mimosas, Casual / Fine dinning, Night Club, Bottle Service, Dancing, Day Party, Private Events, Corporate Events, DJ, Live Entertainment, Cozy Fireplace, Patio Dinning, Intimate Setting, Girls Night Out, Date Night, Single Ladies, New American, Steaks, Birthday dinner, Breakfast, Sunday Day Party, Sunday Brunch, DJ, Dancing, Secret Menu, Speakeasy, Friday Night Club, Saturday Nightclub, Girls Brunch, Bachelorette Party
A photo of Great Maple - Fashion Island restaurant
8. Great Maple - Fashion Island
4.4
Awesome(2088)
Price: Moderate
• American • Newport Beach
Booked 93 times today
With stylish, midcentury modern-inspired spaces, Great Maple serves elevated American comfort food made from scratch with the highest quality of seasonal and sustainably sourced ingredients. A full bar and unique All-Day Menu allow customers to order brunch, lunch, dinner, and craft cocktails at any time of day.
A photo of Sushi Roku - Newport Beach restaurant
9. Sushi Roku - Newport Beach
4.8
Exceptional(1289)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Newport Beach
Booked 58 times today
Sushi Roku combines the finest, freshest fish from pristine waters around the globe with the kind of artistry that can only be provided by a mature sushi chef ensuring superlative traditional sushi, together with a splash of California innovation. Sushi Roku is a pioneer of contemporary sushi, incorporating diverse, non-traditional ingredients from Latin America (e.g. jalapeños) and Europe (e.g. olive oil) into its edible works of art. This unique culinary experience that bridges past and present is the result of an eagerness to embrace new ideas and a profound respect for tradition. Sushi Roku’s bold and diverse menu also offers an array of hot and cold specialty appetizers and an extensive selection of exotic entrées.
A photo of Rothschild's Restaurant restaurant
10. Rothschild's 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.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you
From verified diners like you

Explore OpenTable

Discover
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Our sites
Businesses
  • Delight more diners
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo