Took me this long to finally try Bear Flag, and it did not disappoint! Got a 1/2 pound of salmon poke and 1/2 pound of ahi tuna poke., and they each came with a side of tortilla chips! The salmon was buttery and soft, while the tuna was flavorful. Honestly don't know which one I liked more, they were both delicious. 'Bear Flag Taco': this tasted really fresh and light, felt like I could have multiple! 'Pineapple Margarita': I believe this was their special drink of the day, and it was only around $12! Personally thought it was strong, so it's such a good deal! Verdict: i didn't have high expectations, but everything I tried was actually really yummy! read more

Bear Flag Fish - Salmon Poke, Ahi Tuna Poke, Bear Flag Taco, Pineapple Margarita - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Edit: I sold wahoos short. If you're down in Balboa or Lido then you might be better off driving the 10-15 minutes to South Coast, order the outer reef burrito AND a taco (same price) and enjoy your meal because it's better quality too. Oh and then you can go shopping at South Coast because you just so happen to be at a venue that's nicer than Lido anyway ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Unless you're already down in Balboa or Lifo area, then you may as well just go to wahoos fish tacos. It's the same price for the outer reef burrito and the quality is about the same imo. The lemon butter burrito catch of the day missed the mark. If you go during the day it isn't crazy busy though which was good ig read more

Line was out the door on a Saturday afternoon, but we probably made it to the front in ~15 minutes. We thankfully were able to find a table for the 3 of us pretty easily after ordering. There's a parking lot next door, which alleviated stress over parking around a beach. My friends and I shared the ahi poke, salmon poke, and ceviche. Each of the orders came with chips. Everything was flavorful but our favorites were between the ahi and the salmon. While I wouldn't say it was the best poke I've had, especially considering the wait, it was still tasty and worth trying! read more

Bear Flag Fish - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Came here to pick up a meal to eat and enjoy sunset. Very close by the beach but unfortunately there was quite a wait and an even longer wait to pick up the food, especially for any cooked entrees. The place was crowded with dinner rush and felt very beachy with its seating. The cashier was very friendly and helped me order his go to burrito order. We picked up the ahi tuna per pound with chips + the mahi mahi burrito. I felt that the poke was a little fishy and not as fresh as other options in the area. For the price of everything, I most likely won't be back but is decent if you are in the area read more

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I absolutely loved my experience at the sushi bar! I felt very welcomed and accommodated. I had the spicy roll with Ineda. The baby yellowtail was so buttery. I loved the spicy chili oil and the fish combination. The shrimp tempura adds another layer of smoothness! Overall a very satisfying roll. I was also offered the Tako sashimi. The octopus was creamy and tasted beautiful. I love the soft and chewy combination. I have always had a deep love for octopus. The service is wonderful. I had a very fun experience. It is extremely lively but you are able to get your food very fast and your beer even quicker! read more

Bear Flag Fish - Spicy roll with Shrimp Tempura and Ineda (baby yellowtail) super buttery!! - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

There was a line out the door to order about a 15 minute wait to get to the front to order. After getting to the front to order, I got a variety of tacos ($6.5 ea) of tuna, mahi, wahoo and they came out in about 15 mins. The mahi and wahoo were a bit overcooked and weren't super seasoned. The Tuna poke was the best of the three I had. This felt overhyped for what I had. Food(50%): 6.4 Staff/service(25%): 6.0 Value(25%): 5.0 Overall: 5.9/10 read more

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Fresh fish. We tried the tacos, poke bowl, burrito and CA roll. All were good. Service is fast casual but quick and efficient. It was crowded and loud with indoor and outdoor seating. read more

A solid place to get poke from in Newport. I'm from the South Bay so I'm a little biased towards jus poke and ali'i but this was a pretty good option here in Newport. I got the ahi poke that came with nacho chips which was pretty good and tasted very fresh. There was also plenty of seating inside and outside. Along with lots of parking in the structure. I think if I'm ever in this area again, I would get this again but still prefer my southbay staples! read more

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The line was pretty long but they were moving pretty fast inside. I got my poke quickly and it was very delicious. I loved that you could add avocado. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Food is always delicious!! But it's way too busy at this location. If you're going at rush hour times, I recommend putting in a phone order! Love the bear flag burrito! read more

We've been coming here for years! The salmon and tuna poke are a local staple. The fish tacos and entrees are fresh and simple. Lately, I've noticed a decline in quality and quantity of the fish. In my handrolls, I've noticed there is barely any fish. Basically, the front of the hand roll looks full. As you're taking a bite, the handroll is narrow, seaweed is chewy, and lacks rice too. Feels poorly put together. The salmon poke would have odd/uneven chopped pieces. Texture of some of the raw fish was questionable at times. Grilled fish is usually lightly seasoned. I love this location. You can't see the beach but you are close enough to stop by one. Lots of seating. Decent cocktails. Parking can be hit or miss depending on the time/day. Service is also hit or miss. Not that anyone is awful. If you're looking to try something new and ask for a recommendation, you can tell if someone is having a bad/long day. I wouldn't write this place off just yet but I wouldn't be racing to come back here again anytime soon when there are better seafood options in the area. read more

Amazing fresh fish. My choice is the SMALL SEAFOOD PLATE* 1/3 pound of choice of fish & 2 sides. The choice of fish depends on the fish caught that day. They usually have a few choices but, my favorite was the Wahoo. Eating here makes you feel like you are making a healthy choice with the fresh fish and sides. They also have a fresh fish market to go so you can take home fish at prepare at home if you want. Appetizers, sushi bar, and rolls also available. read more

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Repeat order on the burrito and always fresh, not a big fan of the poke bowl though this time. Too bland. Have had much better other places. Generally ok food, nothing too crazy worth waiting in a long line. I've had other items at other visits and feel the same about most the menu. Dude taking the order could have been be a little more helpful at the front on this visit. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Mahi mahi burrito easy rice - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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What a cute place. It can get pretty packed here. Some indoor seating & a lot more on the patio. Order at front register & they bring you your food. The dynamite sushi roll was perfect. So fresh & delicious. One of the best I've had. Another visit I wanted the blackened grouper sandwich that was on special, but they were out already. I got the plate with shrimp, black beans, & veggies. Shrimp was great. The veggies were a nice mix & prepared nicely. The black beans were ok, a little plain. The chips & guac are a huge serving. So good, but I wish they had 2 sizes. My husband loved the corvina fish. Everything is fresh & simply prepared. Great place. read more

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Bear Flag always hit, but I feel like it was kinda off this day. Kinda disappointed because I was hyping it up to my boyfriend and it was only ok. The chowder has a zesty taste to it and the clams were very chewy. I don't like that the veggies were chopped up in huge chunks, would not recommend. The poke was solid and great with the chips. The guac had a heavy black pepper taste to it. It was busy on a Friday night, there's seating indoors and outdoors. They have a free parking lot. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Clam Chowder, Ahi Poke, Guac, & Bear Flag Burrito - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Located at the Lido Maria Village in Newport Beach. If you're in the mood for some seafood or even some sushi, come check this place out! They have many choices of drinks to choose from as well including Arizona, Gatorade, beers and wines! I Came here on a Saturday after enjoying the beach nearby. It wasn't super packed and was able to order my food rite away. There is plenty of seating and tables inside. There are some bar seats. Also many tables and outdoor seating available to enjoy the nice evening weather. I ordered the specialty burrito with Ahi poke as the choice of meat. The burrito took less than 10 minutes to be prepared and served. Very fat, very wet and very flavorful! Such a refreshing entree. Cost was 14 and some change but very well worth it. I didn't see any needs of improvements, that is why I'm giving them 5 stars read more

Bear Flag Fish - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I am in between 3 and 4 Stars here. Service was great, lady taking the order was super sweet. Food - Poke bowl arrived within 10 mins. It was good and flavorful. 2 other plates arrived 25mins later after we asked if our order is on the way. Runner lady said you have your food pointing at poke, what else you waiting? Maybe it is English barrier. Plates arrive and I am confused. It seemed like fish was scraped from leftovers and thrown on the plate. Also ordered Shrimos - unfortunately I forgot to take a picture, were burned from one side. Is it rush hour? I left confused lol Going back? I don't know, there are so many good seafood places. We will see read more

Bear Flag Fish - Poke Bowl - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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This is a go to spot for poke bowls for us, It's always hopping. Staff is very efficient and attentive for the number of customers they have. I love the customized poke bowl and we tried the calamari strips today which were excellent. There is a nice seating area with a patio section. Parking is available and complimentary. I highly recommend Bear Flag Fish. read more

This place is the bomb! There is usually always a line, but luckily a moose pretty fast. We love their Aji, pokey, and their salmon pokey is really good as well. I also usually get a side of veggies, which is a decent amount for the price you pay. The fish tacos are also fresh. Everything we've had has been pretty good. I feel like the rolls, though are a little pricey for the amount you get. It's her go to pokey place when we're in that direction. SYOY! read more

Bear Flag Fish - Fish tacos - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We came here around 6:30 PM for dinner and ordered the tuna poke and the La Bamba roll. Both were super delicious! You place your order with the cashier at the front, and the food is then brought out to your table. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, and I especially enjoy sitting outside when the weather is nice. Bear Flag Fish Co. is one of my go to spots for poke whenever I'm visiting socal. read more

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Hello world! It's time for an icon of a restaurant, boasting locations in Huntington Beach, Crystal Cove, and, the one we're at today, Newport at Lido! It's seafood, both raw and cooked, so you can get what you want. They serve sushi rolls, poke, fried fish, grilled fish, and more! There's a little something for everyone here. This particular day, we opted to share a few things, to have some variety in our meal. Salmon poke first, because that's gotta be one of my favorite things here. It's unctuous in color, texture, and taste. Sesame oil, seaweed, and a slight spiciness make this absolutely delicious, and probably among the best poke in Orange County. Comes with chips so you can order it alone if you wanted! The ceviche also comes with chips, naturally, and it's a great intro to raw fish...well because it's technically not raw. Lime juice chemically cooks the fish so it's not considered raw at all! It's acidic, vegetal, a tad briney, and overall super refreshing! Love to see it! We also got these breaded calamari fries. I don't know how they do it, but they bread and fry the most TENDER calamari I've ever had the pleasure of consuming. It comes with some tomato salsa-esque dip as well as their tommy sauce, and it's a treat no matter what you use. This is a must-try for me. And here, a burrito to share! Today's catch was Opah, so we got that in the wrap. I gotta tell you, fresh fish in a burrito is heaven! Delish all around, and with that tommy sauce and some hot sauce, you're in business! They've got so many items that you've gotta try, like their soups or sushi, that we couldn't fit it all in. If seafood is what you wish, bro? Come on down to Bear Flag Fish Co! read more

I've heard about this place for the longest time and got to try it out! I got the Togo Poke Bowl: White Rice, 1/4 lb Salmon, Crunchy Chili Garlic, Furikake, Green Onion, Kale, Seaweed Salad, and Tommy Sauce. Fresh, flavorful, and exactly what I needed to satisfy my raw fish cravings. Wish there were more options for me to add to the bowl since they're missing some of my key toppings! Avoid going during lunch time or the wait might back you up! It gets busy! read more

Bear Flag Fish - Togo Poke Bowl: White Rice, 1/4 lb Salmon, Crunchy Chili Garlic, Furikake, Green Onion, Kale, Seaweed Salad, and Tommy Sauce - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Awesome seafood. Stepped out the movie theater and saw a bunch of people eating here. Figured must be good - and did not disappoint. Lots of great choices. Opted for clam chowder, ahi poke bowl, hurricane roll and of course hazy IPA. Found a seat by the bar- non stop people coming in. Food was delicious. Very chill place. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Located in the beautiful Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach, this spot is perfect if you're craving fresh seafood or sushi after a beach day. They also have a great variety of drinks including Arizona teas, Gatorade, beer, and wine. I stopped by on a Saturday evening after spending time at the nearby beach, and luckily it wasn't too crowded. Ordering was quick and easy, and there was plenty of seating available both inside and outside. The outdoor patio was especially nice for enjoying the cool Newport Beach evening weather. I ordered the specialty burrito with ahi poke, and it came out in less than 10 minutes. The burrito was huge, fresh, flavorful, and packed with quality ingredients. Definitely one of the most refreshing meals I've had recently. Great food, fast service, relaxed atmosphere, and no complaints at all -- definitely a 5-star experience for me! read more

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Hit Bear Flag Fish Co. in Newport Beach (PVH) around 11:30 AM on a sunny Saturday, perfect timing. By the time we left at 1:30 PM, the line was out the door and wrapping around the building. The Food: Had a couple of beers, the famous Bear Flag taco and a Bear Flag sushi roll. Pro tip: If you order the roll from the counter, it's pre-made rather than rolled fresh when you sit in the bar. That said my pre-made still hit the spot. The Vibe & Parking: The atmosphere is great. I love the mounted fish and the laid-back ocean vibe. However, non-valet parking on a busy Saturday is a total circus. If you're like me and hate paying for $$ parking, get there early or bring plenty of patience. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Saturday blues - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Ask any local in Newport Beach and they will recommend Bear Flag! They serve "ocean-to-table" fish, so it is fresh to say the least. Our group of 8 came on a Saturday night and we got fish in every combination: sushi, fish tacos, grilled - delicious! We were worried we wouldn't be able to find a table, but luckily was able to grab one as people left. It's a busy place, but the line and table turnover moves fast. Tip: If you get clam chowder, upgrade to the bread bowl for just $2. And their tortilla chips? Amazing! read more

Bustling Reastruant, went on a Friday EARLY EVENING. Service fast, found a seat at the front. Calamari Fries were delicious. I didn't Realize the Fish taco was blackend and upon looking at the menu it said Panko crusted. So I do believe I was given the wrong order. I'm still giving 5 stars, Clean atmosphere and quite frankly wouldn't be packed if this place wasn't good. I truly believe they would have remade the meal without an issue had I asked. Still had a great time though, with my love. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Calamari Strips, Bear Flag Fish Taco, Shrimp Cocktail - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The fish was super fresh, and the poke bowls were a perfect size! I love how you are able to customize your bowl as well! The service was quick and if you go on the weekend, they usually provide samples while you wait in line! They have seating inside, which also includes the bar, and outside! read more

Bear Flag Fish - salmon poke bowls, chips + guac, blackberry mule - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I hate to not give bearflag a 5 star review but my last two visits have been a little disappointing compared to their standard service. I did come over Labor Day weekend so it was extra busy, which is understandable. But after standing in like for over 40 minutes, our food then took a significant amount of time to come out and when it did, my plate was cold since they were probably waiting to complete the whole order. Despite the temp, the shrimp was really well cooked and had great flavor. The visit prior to that, I met some girlfriends for dinner and our friend that ordered poke was forgotten about. Even after reminding a server, her food came out over 30 minutes after everyone else at the table. And she had poke so it was not that it was awaiting to be cooked, just forgotten. I did enjoy my clam chowder and side salad thoroughly. They are feasibly priced for such fresh seafood. read more

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Love this place and I rarely eat fish. Service is always great and the food is delicious!

Came around 7pm and they were out of salmon for poke, very sad. + Make own bowl ($14): quarter pound ahi tuna, w cucumber, pickled carrot, ginger, cucumber, sprouts and spicy mayo side. Pretty bare bone poke bowl, was okay (7/10) read more

Bear Flag Fish - Ahi tuna poke bowl ($14; bottom left) - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Always hits the spot after the beach. Seating can be a bit challenging during busy times but plenty of outdoor seating. Line is typically long but moves fast. Nice indoor seating with Fast service, love their ceviche, poke and the salsa w/chips never disappoint. The halibut is the best when in season. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Long lines but good food. Tuna poke is 10/10!! TBH I would only go for the poke but the other food is not bad just not as good as their poke. FYI- when you order wild salmon on the plates that's not poke it's like a grilled salmon read more

Bear Flag Fish - Tuna poke - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The fish tacos were some of the best fish tacos I have ever had. I heard a tip from a local to put soy sauce on it and it was incredible. We ended up coming here twice on our vacation just to eat the fish tacos again. The staff was kind and the food came out quick. The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating. You order at the counter and they give you a table number. They then bring the food out to you!! Highly recommend if you are looking for a tasty restaurant. read more

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Love Bear Flag! I've been coming here for years and they seriously have the best poke -- so fresh, it reminds me of Hawaii. I usually get either the poke and chips or a poke bowl, and this time I went with half tuna and half salmon. Highly recommend! It can get pretty busy and there's sometimes a line, but it moves fast. Seating can be tricky during rush hours since it's always packed, but the food is totally worth it. Plus, there's a parking lot, so parking is super easy! read more

Bear Flag Fish - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Super solid and fresh food options. Very crowded place with long lines on the weekend. Reasonable prices (for the area) and pretty hefty portions. You order at the front and there are many options behind the "deli counter" kind of like a fish market vibe. If I lived closer to Newport, I'd totally get fish here to cook at home. Food is then delivered to your table. There's indoor seating and then an outdoor patio with umbrellas. We got the tuna poke bowl and the fish burrito. The tuna is sold by the pound. Definitely not the most authentic poke I've had but it was super fresh and the furikake brought it all together. The cucumber spirals were also such a nice, crunchy textural contrast to the vinegary rice. The wasabi salsa was super unique and added some much needed spice to the dish. The burrito could've had a better char on the outside but, hey, it's on the inside what really counts, am I right. The proportion of rice, beans, veggies and fish was perfect. Made for such a solid bite. Would've preferred a like to a lemon but not too much to complain about. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Tuna Poke and Fish Burrito - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

There's a line for a reason. Always skeptical when something has such a hype and ultimately it is hard to find seating, but the fish is worth it. There's an interesting dichotomy between regular and "premium" fish that I don't totally understand in terms of ordering but there are plenty of regular options I don't think you need to necessarily go for premium. Tuna poke: we got this to go. Chips were delicious. The poke itself was pretty good. A little pricey and probably wouldn't get again. The grouper fish sandwich was delicious. Huge portion of fish, well seasoned, bread crispy. Fish tacos: Seabass was far superior than the bluefine tuna ("premium") and was a great taco. The line does take a few minutes, as does getting your food. But it's worth the wait. Parking seems intimidating but ends up being not so bad once you realize there's a lot. read more

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Bear flag in Newport! Pros: items made fresh to order. Tasty ahi and very tasty fish items. The chips are also tasty and seem like they were fresh batch. Tasty clam chowder and the black beans are a must. Love the outdoor fountain. Cons: the sushi was good but the rice didn't have the super fresh taste that I was hoping for. Novelty: nice location, good vibes and great ambiance for a casual trendy spot. read more

Bear Flag Fish - Sushi - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Popped in for lunch on a random Saturday. Weather was nice and this place was hopping. Decided to dine in and ordered chips and guac the fish burrito and the fish taco. Also a nice glass of sauvignon blanc. Walk up style place so stand in line and take a number. Someone will bring you your food and drink. Guacamole was good, could have used a little more heat and acid for my personal preference but still good. Hubby lived his burrito but it was a lot to eat. We could have shared than in hindsight. My taco was really good and just the right amount of food. Next time I would for sure split the burrito and do the ceviche. I did not taste it but it looked amazing and I saw many people order it. People watching is amazing here and it's a great balance of being able to eat quickly and linger if you so desire. For sure plan to return. read more

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Been here a few times now. And every time I came it's always fresh and very good! Always busy and food comes out fast! The only thing we didn't like was the grilled artichoke they weren't fully cooked so they weren't soft little hard. read more

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