The Alley Restaurant

4.8

315 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Mar 8, 2025

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

Location
4501 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663-2617
Phone number
(949) 646-9126
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

House Salad$7.00
- With Blackened Chicken$12.00
- With Grilled Lemon Shrimp$16.00
- With Charbroiled Salmon$16.00
"From Scratch" Soup
Available in Cup | bowl
- MP
Steakhouse Salad$17.00
chateau steak | bleu cheese crumbles | avocado | tomato | onion | balsamic drizzle | bleu dressing
Wedge Salad$10.00
bacon | tomato | bleu
Shrimp Caesar$17.00
grilled romaine | parmesan | bacon
Artichoke$12.00
lemon pepper | steamed & charred

Entrées

Fish and Chips$14.00
ling cod | with fries
Seared Ahi Wrap$14.00
seared ahi | julienned veggies | avo | soy drizzle
Pan Fried Salmon$16.00
with one side
Shrimp Cappelini Pasta$18.00
san marzano tomato | fresh basil
Sanddabs$16.00
lemon butter caper | with one side
Calamari Almondine$14.00
with one side
Ahi Burger$14.00
panko crusted | chipotle aioli | with one side
Alley Burger$12.00
angus | cheddar | Ito | with one side
Prime Rib Sandwich$14.00
horseradish sauce | gruyere | with one side
Patty Melt$12.00
cheddar | grilled onion | 1000 | with one side
Albacore Melt$11.00
with one side
Bar Club$13.00
bacon | avo | ranch | chicken breast | cheddar
Monte Cristo$12.00
ham | gruyere | deep fried | preserves
Combo$11.00
prime rib | bar club | albacore melt with soup or salad (house/caesar)

Lunch Sides

French Fries
Sweet Potato Fries
Cole Slaw
Fruit Salad

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

Noise • Moderate

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

D
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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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
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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

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 15 times today

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

Additional information

Phone number
(949) 646-9126
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

The Alley Restaurant

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Additional information

Soups | Salads | Starters

House Salad$7.00

"From Scratch" Soup

Steakhouse Salad$17.00

Wedge Salad$10.00

Shrimp Caesar$17.00

Artichoke$12.00

Entrées

Fish and Chips$14.00

Seared Ahi Wrap$14.00

Pan Fried Salmon$16.00

Shrimp Cappelini Pasta$18.00

Sanddabs$16.00

Calamari Almondine$14.00

Ahi Burger$14.00

Alley Burger$12.00

Prime Rib Sandwich$14.00

Patty Melt$12.00

Albacore Melt$11.00

Bar Club$13.00

Monte Cristo$12.00

Combo$11.00

Lunch Sides

French Fries

Sweet Potato Fries

Cole Slaw

Fruit Salad

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does The Alley Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is The Alley Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

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