A Restaurant expands to Crystal Cove with delectable dining and a nod to old Hollywood.
By Sharon Stello
From oysters on the half shell to filet mignon and a full rack of lamb, A Crystal Cove serves up classic dishes alongside creative fare and favorites from sister establishments A Restaurant and...
From garden to plate, discover local restaurants that work hard to remind us that eating the rainbow is good for us.
By Darice Sebring
In health-conscious Newport Beach, you’ll find that most local restaurants offer veggie-forward dishes. And now, these innovative plant-based creations are making their way to the center of...
Get into the spirit of the warm weather season with revitalizing cocktails from the area’s most beloved destinations.
By Elycia Rubin
As the mercury rises, there are few things more enticing than kicking back and cooling off with an invigorating liquid remedy. And nothing spells summer fun quite like an oversize...
Canadian chain OEB Breakfast Co. elevates morning meals with an eatery in Newport Beach.
By Sharon Stello
From a croque-madame to pierogies and duck confit, a lobster scramble and Banana “Cream Pie” French Toast, OEB Breakfast Co. brings new meaning to the word gourmet. The jam-packed menu creates a dilemma for...
South Coast Plaza’s Michelin-starred Knife Pleat serves up an exquisite epicurean experience.
By Sharon Stello
Dining at contemporary French restaurant Knife Pleat, located in South Coast Plaza’s third-floor Penthouse, it’s clear why Michelin Guide awarded a star to the refined establishment this past fall, only two years after it opened in...
For a meal that goes beyond the regular menu, special prix fixe lineups provide unique dining opportunities around Newport Beach.
By Ashley Probst
The epitome of fine dining is a multicourse tasting menu that showcases exceptional service and true culinary artistry. Though this may sound like something reserved for royalty, local...
Enjoy clandestine cocktails at these speakeasy-style bars around Orange County—just keep it on the down low.
By Sharon Stello
Back in the 1920s, when Prohibition banned the production and sale of alcohol, speakeasies started popping up for those seeking to drink despite the law. These underground watering holes often required a...
Local chefs embrace their heritage with traditional recipes and modern techniques to craft mouthwatering cuisine.
By Tanya A. Yacina
From authentic, long-simmered sauces to delicate, fresh-made pasta and artisan olive oil, each ingredient plays an intricate part in the creation of Italian cuisine, a true art form when done right.
Of course,...
Celebrate your love with these Valentine’s Day events and special menus around Newport Beach.
By Newport Beach Magazine Staff
From special dinner menus to a Paris-themed event or harbor cruise, spoil your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day. Several venues in the Newport Beach area have planned festivities for couples and anyone who...
As morning meals continue to surge in popularity, Newport Beach restaurants answer with uniquely delicious dishes.
By Ashley Ryan
It’s been years since the craze hit and it’s not showing any signs of slowing down—but why would it? There’s something both thrilling and relaxing about a laid-back, boozy brunch on weekend...
