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1. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations
4.6
Exceptional(758)
Price: Expensive
• American • Irvine
Booked 55 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.
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2. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine
4.7
Exceptional(2765)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irvine
Booked 41 times today
CUCINA enoteca is centrally located in the Irvine Spectrum! Owner Tracy Borkum's flair for combining great ambience, award-winning cuisine and unparalleled service are once again starring components in this latest Urban Kitchen Group creation. Executive Chef Tim Kolanko and Chef de Cuisine Cesar Sarmiento bring their artistry to the table as guests enjoy an open kitchen. The menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Along with a diverse selection of wines by the glass, guests may visit the restaurant's retail area to select from over 200 bottles for dinner (corkage fee of $10 applies) or purchase wine to go. The energetic space features contemporary elements and vintage artifacts creating the feel of a modern Italian kitchen combined with the comfort of an old rustic farmhouse.
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3. RH Ocean Grill at RH Newport Beach
4.6
Exceptional(515)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Newport Beach
Booked 371 times today
The RH Ocean Grill is located on the rooftop of RH Newport Beach, The Gallery at Fashion Island. Enjoy a menu of seafood and caviar specialties, along with a selection of signature salads and classics from our hearth. Dine in a year-round skylit garden with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers, a cascading center fountain and panoramic views of the California coastline.
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4. Ocean 48 - Newport
4.9
Exceptional(823)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Newport Beach
Booked 177 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.
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5. Nick's Newport Beach
4.8
Exceptional(176)
Price: Moderate
• American • Newport Beach
Booked 115 times today
We are committed to being among the best in the industry, operating friendly, relaxed, comfortable restaurants for all guests.
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6. Mastro's Ocean Club - Newport Beach
4.7
Exceptional(8738)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Newport Beach
Booked 121 times today
Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.
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7. Bluefin Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1224)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Newport Beach
Booked 10 times today
Classic and creative sushi, sashimi and other Japanese dishes, many showing international influences, in a stylish contemporary setting, from Nobu Matsuhisa alumnus Takashi Abe.
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8. Rothschild's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1754)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Corona del Mar
Booked 23 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.
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9. The Quiet Woman
4.6
Exceptional(1582)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Corona del Mar
Booked 16 times today
Serving Dinner Tuesday - Saturday from 5 pm. Music Tuesday & Wednesday 8 - 11. Thursday. Friday. Saturday 9-12:15
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10. Lighthouse Cafe
4.3
Awesome(585)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Newport Beach
Booked 12 times today
A beautiful waterfront restaurant located in the heart of Marina Park on Newport Beach's Balboa Peninsula. With indoor, outdoor and roof top deck seating with unobstructed views of Newport Harbor. Marina Park offers a family friendly walking park, kids play area, fitness circuit and a 120 foot boat dock. For large groups, feel free to call the restaurant!

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