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The Alley Restaurant, Newport Beach, CA

The Alley Restaurant

4.8
4.8
315 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Serving fine pub cuisine for over 25 years The Alley Restaurant & Bar in Newport Beach is where locals love dining and lounging. Lovingly dubbed by our Alleycats as the "Best Pour by the Shore" for that last drink, The Alley has a late night reputation that is one of legend. See Less

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pub, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None

What 315 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Best Value

  • Orange County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Orange County

    American

  • South Orange County

    Best Value

  • South Orange County

    Neighborhood gem

  • South Orange County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Alley Restaurant in Newport Beach is a nostalgic spot with a "laid back, fun" atmosphere reminiscent of past decades. Guests rave about the "awesome food," "exceptional service," and lively bar scene. The Monday rib special is a "great deal," and dishes like calamari and trout are "perfectly prepared."

315 Reviews
  1. Daniel

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to enjoy what SoCal and in particular Newport Beach was all about in the 80's and 90's: laid back, fun, entertaining, loud and good wholesome food. We used to live in this part of Newport Beach when it was called Zooport and it brought back a lot of great memory. Service was great, waitress was in a great mood and joked around. Food was good, had the Alley Special, a pasta dish with beef filet on top. Very tasty. My partner had the trout. Very good as well. Best thing are the bar scene and the drinks: plentyful, stiff and affordable Definitely a place to go!

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  2. Rene

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    83 reviews

    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on February 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Monday rib night is great! Pam is a very good server.

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  3. Christine

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    The worst experience we’ve ever had to the point where it was shocking. Our server was terrible and rude. Took over 40 minutes for her to come back and take our dinner order. Then to top it off, the steak was over cooked to the point where I could barely cut it. Way to ruin a Valentine’s dinner.

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  4. PatrickG

    Jackson Hole

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another outstanding meal with superior service! Can't wait till my next visit!

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  5. Rene

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    83 reviews

    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on January 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hostess and server were both great. It was a busy night, but hostess was able to get us a nice table and the server was very attentive. The Monday night rib special is a great deal, and the fact that it was martini Monday, made it even better.

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  6. Newcomer

    VIP

    Orange County

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Calamari appetizer and fresh fish of the day are always perfect!!!!

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  7. Tammy

    VIP

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The orange roughy was on special and WAS SOOOOOO GOOD! Perfectly prepared, generous portion and the french onion soup was awesome! Wonderful service and drinks to boot. Our new favorite spot!

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  8. Rene

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    83 reviews

    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time sitting outside with our dog. Food is always good. Our server Pam was great.

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  9. Jeanne

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite restaurant in Newport. Every meal we’ve enjoyed here has been superb and they make a good old fashioned. Tried the apple dumplings for the first time—delish! You just can’t go wrong at The Alley. Hardest thing is deciding which entree to select because you each will be awesome. Good vibe, wait staff is always very attentive.

    2 people found this helpful

  10. George

    VIP

    Orange County

    107 reviews

    5.0

    107 reviews

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best value on PCH try the sandabs they are the best on the coast. Dinks are stiff and not expensive

    2 people found this helpful

FAQs

The Alley Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now. The Alley Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 646-9126.

The Alley Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 315 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 15 times today
Google Map for The Alley Restaurant

4501 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663-2617

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pub, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    None
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