SideDoor

4.8

460 Reviews

$50 and over

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails
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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse, British
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 717-4322
Website
https://www.lawrysonline.com/lawrys-the-prime-rib-beverly-hills/happenings/lawrys-at-the-beach-fc-bh
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Matthew Luna

Location
3801 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
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

SideDoor with Santa
$31.94 per person
Prepaid
Nov 30, 2024 only
SideDoor with Santa. Skip the long line at the mall and take your own holiday photo with Santa beside a warm fire in one of the coziest settings of our historic building. Each ticket is for one Child to see Santa, includes Hot Chocolate, a Holiday cookie and a glass of bubbly for one adult. SideDoor will be open with a limited menu available for those who wish to dine while visiting Jolly Old Saint Nick!

Popular dishes

Roasted 1/2 Jidori Chicken$32.00
roasted cauliflower, marcona almonds, lemon caper butter
Prime New York Strip
- 14 oz$55.00
- Upgrade To Neptune$12.00
Mushroom Risotto$36.00
Parmigiano Reggiano, soft herbs
Herbed Salmon$36.00
steamed fingerling potatoes, scarlet frill, mustard cream sauce
Colorado Lamb Chops$55.00
black garlic glaze, brussels sprouts, jalapeno mint
Filet Mignon
- 8 oz$51.00
- Upgrade To Neptune$12.00

Prime Ribs of Beef

The roasted prime rib that first made Lawry's famous in 1938, a preparation passed down through four generations. Includes au jus, Yorkshire pudding, organic whipped creamed horseradish and choice of two: Lawry's creamed corn, Lawry's creamed spinach, mashed potatoes (creamed spinach contains pork)

California Cut$41.00
6 oz., for lighter appetites
English Cut$42.00
6.5 oz., three thin slices
Crown Cut$47.00
10 oz., our standard
Henry VIII$55.00
23 oz., for the Tudor in you

Dessert

Ask your server for today's selections

Dark Chocolate Soufflé$12.00
CC Browns Hot Fudge Sundae$9.00
Seasonal Fruit Dessert
- Mkt

Bites

Artisanal Cheese Plate
Chef's choice
- Three Selections$18.00
- Five Selections$27.00
Avocado Mash$12.00
pita chips
Pretzel$10.00
welsh rarebit cheese sauce
Shishito Peppers$8.00
garlic, lime

Plates

Prime Rib Sandwich$23.00
au jus, horseradish, chips
SideDoor Burger$17.00
cheddar, red onion, bacon, Russian dressing, sesame seed bun
Crispy Chicken Sandwich$15.00
jalapeño slaw, pickles, sriracha aioli
Fish'n Chips$16.00
tartar sauce

Sides

Prime Rib Chili$10.00
onion three-ways
StilCheddar Mac'n Cheese$12.00
French Fries$6.00
Truffle Fries$10.00
Creamed Spinach Yorkshire Pudding$10.00
spinach contains pork
Prime Rib Chili Cheese Fries$13.00
Beef Fat Roasted Brussels Sprouts$12.00
pecorino, black pepper
Brown Butter Fingerlings$9.00
crème fraîche, chives

Specialty Cocktails

The Orange Curtain
Junipero Gin, blood orange, Cointreau, fresh lime juice
- Served on The Rocks$16.00
Cran You Dig It?
Wheatly Vodka, cranberry liquer, lime cordial, mint
- Served up$15.00
Five Crowns Old Fashioned
Woodford Reserve, Luxardo Cherry, Angostura bitters
- Served on Perfect Cube$15.00
By the Fireside
caramel infused. Rittenhouse Rye, apple cider
- Served Hot$15.00
California Winter
crown Royal, fresh lemon juice, maple, clove
- Served on a Perfect Cube$15.00
Special of the Day$15.00
We are mixing up something special! Ask your server for details

White Wine

MV Roederer Estate, Anderson Valley, Brut
- 6oz$14.00
- Btl$70.00
MV Veuve Clicquot, Reims, Brut
- 6oz$21.00
- Btl$105.00
MV Anna de Codorniu, Catalonia, Brut Rosé
- 6oz$14.00
- Btl$70.00
2017 Urban, Mosel, Riesling
- 6oz$11.00
- 9oz$17.00
- Btl$44.00
2018 Zuani, Venezia Giulia, Pinot Grigio
- 6oz$12.00
- 9oz$18.00
- Btl$48.00
2018 Spy Valley, Marlborough, Sauvignon Blanc
- 6oz$12.00
- 9oz$18.00
- Btl$48.00
2018 Duckhorn, Napa Valley, Sauvignon Blanc
- 6oz$15.00
- 9oz$23.00
- Btl$60.00
2017 Zotovich, Santa Rita Hills, Viognier
- 6oz$15.00
- 9oz$23.00
- Btl$60.00
2018 Bernier, Loire Valley, Chardonnay
- 6oz$10.00
- 9oz$15.00
- Btl$40.00
2018 Gregory Graham, Carneros, Chardonnay
- 6oz$16.00
- 9oz$24.00
- Btl$64.00
2018 Stags' Leap, Napa Valley, Chardonnay
- 6oz$18.00
- 9oz$27.00
- Btl$72.00

Red Wine

2017 Walt, La Brisa, Sonoma Coast & County, Pinot Noir
- 6oz$16.00
- 9oz$24.00
- Btl$64.00
2016 Patz & Hall, Sonoma County, Pinot Noir
- 6oz$20.00
- 9oz$30.00
- Btl$80.00
2018 Shannon Ridge, Lake County, Cabernet Sauvignon
- 6oz$10.00
- 9oz$15.00
- Btl$40.00
2018 Justin, Paso Robles, Cabernet Sauvignon
- 6oz$15.00
- 9oz$23.00
- Btl$60.00
2018 Katherine, Alexander Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon
- 6oz$18.00
- 9oz$27.00
- Btl$72.00
2016 Emmolo, Napa Valley, Merlot
- 6oz$20.00
- 9oz$30.00
- Btl$80.00
2016 Anonymous, Napa Valley, Red Blend
- 6oz$18.00
- 9oz$27.00
- Btl$72.00
2019 The Gallivanter, Donkey & Goat, California, Red Blend
- 6oz$16.00
- 9oz$24.00
- Btl$64.00
2016 San Simeon, Paso Robles, Petite Sirah
- 6oz$13.00
- 9oz$20.00
- Btl$52.00
2018 Colomé, Mendoza, Malbec
- 6oz$15.00
- 9oz$23.00
- Btl$60.00
2017 Saldo by Orin Swift, California, Zinfandel
- 6oz$15.00
- 9oz$23.00
- Btl$60.00

Fine Wines by the Glass

2017 Caymus, Napa, Cabernet Sauvignon
- 2oz$17.00
- 6oz$50.00
2017 Isosceles, Paso Robles, Bordeaux-Style Blend
- 2oz$12.00
- 6oz$35.00
NV11 Cain Cuvée, Napa, Red Blend
- 2oz$9.00
- 6oz$25.00

Fine Spirits and Hand-Chosen Ales

Fine Spirits and Hand-Chosen Ales
Ask your server for our extended list

What 460 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

SideDoor offers a cozy, English pub-like atmosphere with "excellent food" and "wonderful service." Regulars rave about the charcuterie board and prime rib. The setting is perfect for casual dining with friends or family. While some dishes received mixed reviews, standout items like the sliders and cocktails consistently impress.

460 Reviews

D
Dani
Orange County
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time. Had a reservation at 7:15 at Side Door and wasn’t seated until 8:00. But service was excellent and vibe is always fun! Will and Lester were awesome!!!
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Marion
Orange County
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
So much fun being cozy at the Side Door!! Wonderful service and delicious food! Great experience !
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Charles
Orange County
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic Happy Hour! Outstanding value. Great ambience.
SideDoorResponded on November 13, 2024
Charles, we're thrilled to know you enjoyed our Happy Hour and appreciated the ambience! Your enthusiasm means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon.
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annette
Orange County
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The waiter was amazing and the soufflé was to die for.
SideDoorResponded on November 11, 2024
Annette, we're delighted to hear that you enjoyed both the service and the soufflé during your visit! Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience, and we hope to serve you again soon!
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Roger
Atlanta Metro
31 reviews
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Try the French dip and a chicken pot pie. Life is good.
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Steven
Las Vegas
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Trinity created a delicious charcuterie board for us to start with, followed by a signature Crown salad, pretzel, and lobster bisque. Our friend had the prime rib and I had the prime rib sandwich (California style) with chips. My wife had an interesting entree I never did figure out. Our server, Evan (?), was incredible, the staff were all very polite, including Anthony who kept our table looking great. Overall an incredible experience. We'll definitely be back again!
SideDoorResponded on November 4, 2024
We're thrilled that Trinity's charcuterie board kicked off your incredible experience and happy to hear Evan and Anthony made it memorable. We're looking forward to your next visit!
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Shannon
Amsterdam
2 reviews
vip
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
We told our server at the beginning of the meal about wanting the soufflé because we knew it took 25 minutes to prepare. We also told her we were seeing a show. She wasn’t able to time things properly so we didn’t get dessert. She also failed to take items we didn’t receive off our bill. She wasn’t attentive and did nothing to make up for it.
SideDoorResponded on October 28, 2024
Shannon, this is certainly not the level of attentive service our team strives to provide, and it’s concerning to hear about your dining experience. We greatly value feedback like yours as it helps us improve. Please call the restaurant directly so we can address this matter with the attention it deserves. Thank you.
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Sarah
Orange County
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Prime rib was excellent, the sides such as the Truffle fries and the creamed corn and creamed spinach were fantastic. The charcuterie board is always a must, and the cocktails never disappoint! We will be back soon!
SideDoorResponded on October 28, 2024
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Our team looks forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic experience!
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Jennifer
Orange County
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We love Side Foor but last night was not up to par...they changed the burger!! It was a fan favorite and the new burger was definitely disappointing. On top of the fact that it was not nearly as flavorful it came out basically raw...there was a "trainee" in charge of cooking burgers...and out entrees came out while we were still eating our soup. Clearly the kitchen was having some troubles. We strongly suggest bringing back the side Door burger ...we love Side Door!!!!
SideDoorResponded on October 28, 2024
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, Jennifer. It's important for us to maintain the quality that our guests expect, and we're glad you let us know about your recent experience. Your feedback regarding the burger and timing of your meal will be shared with our kitchen team. We appreciate your loyalty to Side Door and look forward to welcoming you back for an improved experience!
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Howard
Orange County
325 reviews
vip
5.0
325 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Always excellent food. One of our Cdm go to places. Great unique drinks as well
SideDoorResponded on October 23, 2024
Howard, thank you for sharing your enthusiasm! We're thrilled to be one of your go-to spots for excellent food and unique drinks. Looking forward to your next visit!
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FAQs

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

SideDoor is rated 4.8 stars by 460 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 43 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
https://www.lawrysonline.com/lawrys-the-prime-rib-beverly-hills/happenings/lawrys-at-the-beach-fc-bh
Phone number
(949) 717-4322

SideDoor

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

SideDoor with Santa

Prime Rib Sandwich

SideDoor Burger

Dark Chocolate Soufflé

Appetizers

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$20.00

Crab Cakes$21.00

Farmer's Market Tempura$14.00

Greens and Soup

Pride of the Crowns$14.00

Wedge$15.00

Beet & Burrata$16.00

Lobster Bisque$14.00

Accompaniments

Mashed Potatoes$12.00

Creamed Corn$12.00

Creamed Spinach$12.00

Brussels Sprouts$12.00

Asparagus$12.00

Roasted Mushrooms$14.00

Farm, Field and Sea

Roasted 1/2 Jidori Chicken$32.00

Prime New York Strip

Mushroom Risotto$36.00

Herbed Salmon$36.00

Colorado Lamb Chops$55.00

Filet Mignon

Prime Ribs of Beef

California Cut$41.00

English Cut$42.00

Crown Cut$47.00

Henry VIII$55.00

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Soufflé$12.00

CC Browns Hot Fudge Sundae$9.00

Seasonal Fruit Dessert

Bites

Artisanal Cheese Plate

Avocado Mash$12.00

Pretzel$10.00

Shishito Peppers$8.00

Plates

Prime Rib Sandwich$23.00

SideDoor Burger$17.00

Crispy Chicken Sandwich$15.00

Fish'n Chips$16.00

Sides

Prime Rib Chili$10.00

StilCheddar Mac'n Cheese$12.00

French Fries$6.00

Truffle Fries$10.00

Creamed Spinach Yorkshire Pudding$10.00

Prime Rib Chili Cheese Fries$13.00

Beef Fat Roasted Brussels Sprouts$12.00

Brown Butter Fingerlings$9.00

Specialty Cocktails

The Orange Curtain

Cran You Dig It?

Five Crowns Old Fashioned

By the Fireside

California Winter

Special of the Day$15.00

White Wine

MV Roederer Estate, Anderson Valley, Brut

MV Veuve Clicquot, Reims, Brut

MV Anna de Codorniu, Catalonia, Brut Rosé

2017 Urban, Mosel, Riesling

2018 Zuani, Venezia Giulia, Pinot Grigio

2018 Spy Valley, Marlborough, Sauvignon Blanc

2018 Duckhorn, Napa Valley, Sauvignon Blanc

2017 Zotovich, Santa Rita Hills, Viognier

2018 Bernier, Loire Valley, Chardonnay

2018 Gregory Graham, Carneros, Chardonnay

2018 Stags' Leap, Napa Valley, Chardonnay

Red Wine

2017 Walt, La Brisa, Sonoma Coast & County, Pinot Noir