Had a staycation weekend down in Dana Point and had dinner with some friends here at CasaDamí. We ended up having a few appetizers at the bar before being seated at a table for our party of 4. Had a glass of white wine which was recommended by the manager/sommelier while we browsed the menu. As our friends have dined here several times, we started to nibble on the whipped ricotta, burratina, empanadas and the pan con tomate w/jamon. All 4 were delicious but the empanadas were amazing! Our table was ready once we finished the 4 appetizers. Next up we decided on the tiger prawns, branzino and seared scallops. Thought the prawns were a tad bit overcooked as it was a bit tough. The scallops were well seasoned and especially loved the saffron risotto. Finally, the branzino was cooked perfectly but wasn't a fan of the romesco sauce as it tasted sweet to me. Though we were absolutely stuffed, we ended up trying their creme brûlée, gelato/sorbet flight and their olive cake. I absolutely loved the creme brûlée as the custard was super light. The gelato/sorbet flight was also tasty but sadly wasn't a fan of the olive cake. The place was packed and patrons seemed to stay for a few hours at a time. Only complaint is with how loud it can get with both the music and patrons drinking countless bottles of wine. Service was phenomenal and would definitely head back if in the area. Although they do validate for the 1st hour, we ended up staying for quite some time and parking ended up costing another $18. read more

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I had this place bookmarked on Yelp since November when it was all dressed up for the holidays. The pictures of the interior looked beautiful and the food looked great. Yesterday, I came here for my birthday lunch with my mom after she made a reservation, and honestly, I wish we had just gone somewhere else. We sat down right at our 1:00 reservation and then waited 35 minutes just to get a drink menu. Not food. Not to order. Just the menu for drinks. After we finally ordered, the champagne showed up about 20 minutes later. It was served in wine glasses, which feels like basic wine bar knowledge, but apparently not here. When we asked to switch them to champagne glasses, the waiter brought out smaller wine glasses. Not exactly good etiquette for a place that leans so heavily on its bar concept. The whipped ricotta appetizer came out even later, around the 65 minute mark. As an appetizer. It was fine, probably the best thing we had, but "fine" after that kind of wait is not a positive. From there, everything just dragged. It took almost an hour for my mom's meatballs to come out, and when they did, they were raw. Not slightly underdone. Fully pink in the middle. She sent them back and was so turned off she didn't even want to eat anything else. I ordered a salad and specifically asked for light dressing. What I got was the opposite. It was drenched in a thick, heavy dressing that made the whole thing borderline inedible and the lettuce soggy. After our food, I tried to order drip coffee, which they didn't have, so I settled for an Americano. I asked for warm cream, which I've had done at plenty of places, and somehow it came out clotted. If you know anything about coffee, that shouldn't happen. At this point, we had been there for over two and a half hours. For a salad, an appetizer, and four raw meatballs. The server was very nice and doing his best with being busy. BUT, the overall operation felt completely disorganized and untrained. We weren't the only ones either. The couple next to us was also complaining after waiting 40 minutes just to order breakfast items. To make it even better, parking is only comped for 90 minutes. So because of their slow service, we ended up paying for parking on top of overpriced, underwhelming food. What should have been a 45 minute lunch turned into a 2.5 hour ordeal. The bathroom also wasn't clean either time I went, which pretty much sums up the lack of attention to detail across the board. The only slightly redeeming part was the crème brûlée, which was... fine. Not amazing. Just fine. It's a pretty space. I'll give them that. But that's about where the positives end. The food is not good, the timing is unacceptable, and the whole experience feels like Instagram style over quality and substance. Definitely not worth the money, and not somewhere I'd ever go back to. read more

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I made reservations at Casa Dami to celebrate my daughter's birthday, and overall, it turned into a really memorable experience. When booking, I had the option of dining , chef's table, or patio seating. I specifically chose the dining since my daughter loves creating content, and the indoor ambiance is absolutely beautiful for photos. The hostess seated us on the patio, and I mentioned that I had selected dining. I was told that seating is based on first availability, which was a little disappointing, especially since the restaurant is right on the water and by 7:30 PM it was getting pretty chilly. While they do have heaters outside, sitting in gusty winds with the smell of gas (especially after a fresh trip to the hairdresser!) just wasn't ideal. My daughter went back to the car to grab a blanket. Thankfully, the hostess noticed my discomfort and came back shortly after saying, "Donna, we have another table further down that's out of the wind and under a heat lamp." That small gesture made a big difference, and honestly, that's when the experience started to turn around. From there, things only got better. When our entrées arrived, our waiter Nick realized we had never received our appetizers. Without hesitation, he assured us he would make it right, and he absolutely did. He brought out a selection of cheeses for us to sample, which led to us ordering a caviar bump paired with champagne (highly recommend!). To top it all off, he surprised my daughter with olive cake and fresh berries to celebrate her birthday. Such a thoughtful touch. If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. Not just because the food was amazing, but because of the attention to detail and how seriously they take the overall dining experience. Parking is available in a nearby garage, and they validate the first 90 minutes, which is a nice bonus. read more

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Really enjoyed this place. Great decore. Fun drinks. Tasty food! Love the vibe and that they have outdoor seating , so dog friendly! Our server was great. We had a small issue with the drink bill and the manager corrected it immediately. Very professional and I would come back in a heartbeat. read more

CasaDamí - Amazing caviar spread! With all the toppers. - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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this place is so wundabar! Their food, customer service, location, and ambiance are great. They work hard for their fancy customer base, and it shows! read more

*review based on a Monday, which is limited to their pre fix menu I have been hearing about casa dami from friends, highlighted for its cute Christmas decor and vibes for the holidays As noted, we went on a Monday which is their steak and frites prefix night. The cut of steak is hangar, it comes medium rare, and is covered in a beef gravy. You get about 6 oz if I had to guess? It's not a large portion to say the least, the same goes for the fries. They were perfectly crisp, lacking salt but, that's an easy fix. The salad that comes prior to the meal is simple and light, and the affogato that follows is heavenly (but to be fair... you can't eff up a affogato lol) They validate parking in the garage IF the machine is actually working. We weren't able to pull a ticket so instead entered our phone number. When we asked about validation our server noted we could just call security so that they can raise the gate for us. Not the fault of the restaurant but it was just annoying after having paid several hundred dollars for a dinner I left hungry from haha Overall, is it worth the hype? Not so much. However it was a good time, the food was good (just extremely overpriced), and the service was good as well. We may come back on a different day to see about their full menu. read more

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Isabella was such a great server and made our experience amazing!!!! The food and the ambiance were awesome. We will definitely be back! read more

CasaDamí - Patio - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Very cute little European style cafe and wine bar tucked away in NPB peninsula village. Was taking a stroll one morning with my furbaby when we found this place so checked it out. They were decked out in the Xmas season so had Christmas ornaments and reefs around which gave it a more warm and festive energy. Super cute. I had the trifled egg Benedict with smoked salmon (you get a choice of prosciutto or smoked salmon with the dish) which was very good. Also tried the Patatas bravas on the side which were essentially potato wedges with garlic aioli sauce. This latter one was just ok. Noticed they had a number of tapas and other protein entrees they offer for dinner which I would love to try one day soon. read more

CasaDamí - Truffle egg Benedict with smoked salmon - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Claire was absolutely amazing! She made our experience so enjoyable from start to finish. She was incredibly friendly, attentive, and helped us with everything. She recommended their incredible salad with the cashew dressing, and it ended up being one of the best dishes we had. The coffee was also outstanding. Excellent service, delicious food, and such a welcoming atmosphere. We can't wait to come back! read more

CasaDamí - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Came back for a late dinner with my gf and I don't especially love it as I did for the lunch. We were walked outside to sit but our table for 2 ppl were sooo close to the table for 4ppl next to us that I asked to sit inside. Really was not in the mood to be breathed on. We ended up at the counter and I'm not sure why we were not offered other tables that I see inside and outside. Our reservation was for 8:30pm and for the rest of the night, I did not see that many ppl come thru. Nonetheless, my gf and I haven't seen each other so we focused on the time we had with each other. Espresso martinis were actually really good. Love the pitch of sea-salt on it. Brought it to another level. At the end, we did a type or margarita that the bartender suggested and that was a nice drink as well. I recalled from the last time, they did have good wines but I did not have any this time. The truffle bikini is a must. Amazing flavors! Skirt steak with good as well. Great temperature on it. I didn't enjoy it on the mash potatoes. Salad, chicken were also good. No complaints there. Music got extremely loud and a weird mix toward the end of the night. It's so loud that we had to just call it a night and we couldn't hear each other. Our reservation was at 8:30pm so about 10:30pm, ppl arriving just to drink and then the music got straight loud. As we were at the bar counter for dinner, it was not as we intended for a late dinner. Overall ok. Prob will stick with lunch if I come back. read more

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Casa Dami is a beautifully decorated restaurant with a sophisticated European vibe. The manager was very hands-on and clearly knowledgeable about wine, and the wine list was excellent. We started with the charcuterie board and whipped ricotta, and both were outstanding. The service throughout the evening was attentive and friendly. We had a wonderful experience and will definitely be back. Casa Dami is a place we will gladly recommend to friends. read more

CasaDamí - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We loved our experience at Casa Dami! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was wonderful, and everything was beautifully done. Our server was so sweet, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. The only thing we would suggest is adding more options for the bigger sharing plates on the menu. Other than that, everything was great, and we had a lovely time. We look forward to coming back! read more

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Service, food and ambiance were all amazing. Would have added an additional star for Victor if I could have

Came here for our anniversary. Service was nice and friendly! Food was okay. I was a bit upset over the charcuterie board. It's not the same as shown on their Yelp pictures. False advertising?. For the price of $48 it's not worth it. There's no balance of taste on the board, all salty types of cheese. One of the cheese slice had the entire rind on there which is wax, it's edible, but I don't want to eat that...it's wax. However, the tomato jam was good. To add on, seems like if there's a party of 2 people you get less and little care for the Board, maybe bigger party if people you get a variety of options on the board? But correct me if I'm wrong. That was just was i noticed. I just wished it was better. We ordered the empanadas, but we got the ham croquetas instead. Great mistake lol, it tasted good. Meatballs were good, sauce was on point. Truffle bikini sandwich was okay. Literally bread and the thinnest meat. Ratio could be better. Chicken Milanese could use some seasoning. We didn't enjoy the drink. From Yelp pictures, seems like this place is best for breakfast/brunch. Dinner was not on par. Overall, scenery was beautiful. Chicken Milanese was just lacking some salt and needs balance on board. read more

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Visited this cute spot after work and would say it's more of a spot with a good ambience vs the tapas or wine. Our table had dirty wine glasses and when they were replaced the ordered a bottle that was over $100, that came out flat. We then asked to try a couple of others, until we found one that wasn't. I found that odd.. As for the tapas the empanadas were the tastiest. We also tried the octopus, which was decent as well. Not sure if we visited just in a bad time of day, but felt like the price was a little overrated based off the quality/amount of food provided read more

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Had a great experience here but they don't have a full bar yet. The sommelier was very helpful. We didn't order the squash but they accidentally brought it to our table. It was delicious. Everything is tapas style so it's fun to share and try a variety. Outdoor seating was nice. read more

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The vibe is very European and the restaurant is very lovely inside and outside! Their brunch menu is delicious and we loved the Steak & Eggs. The fried potatoes are great and the focaccia is WOW good! Also the Breakfast platter with the linguica is SO SO GOOD! Their cocktails menu is very refreshing too! read more

Went on Monday which is when they have their prefixed steak frites menu with fries and salad. Salad was delicious loved the dressing. Steak was tender but drowning in sauce which had a lot of pepper in it. If you don't like a lot of sauce tell them not to. I upgraded to truffle fries for $10 more and there was barely ANY truffle on it. Waste of money and disappointment. The affogato at the end was so delicious and highlight of the meal. read more

CasaDamí - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Girls brunch spot! Came here to celebrate my sisters birthday just us 2 and were seated right away. She was given a complimentary glass of champagne to celebrate 30 and provided with great recommendations. Loved the truffle eggs Benedict, the side salad offers perfect freshness to cut through the richness of the hollandaise sauce. Great experience! read more

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Happy to add this spot to the list of hot new restaurants in town. Tapas with the girls is my kind of evening. We had the perfect combo: empanadas, meatballs, glorified chicken nuggets (I forgot the real name, sorry lol), and whipped goat cheese. Every bite was perfection--no notes. The staff was super friendly, and the interior is just as stunning as the outdoor patio, which gives off European vibes with an ocean view and boats passing by. Definitely check it out soon! read more

CasaDamí - Tapas - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Me and my girlfriends stopped by to split a bottle and share an app! We visited on a Sunday night and we got really lucky the bar seating was open since we didn't have a reservation. Parking is super tough around the area, but if you don't mind walking a couple blocks there's plenty of free street parking. The restaurant is beautiful, it reminds me of some spots you walk past in Europe. Very loud music if you're seated inside. We loved the details of the dinnerware and the service was great. We split a bottle of white wine and shared the patatas bravas which was good! A bottle and the one app came out to $120 which is pretty pricey, but I'd visit again for a special occasion and to try more of their food! read more

CasaDamí - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This place is really cute! The interior is very aesthetic, and it was a cute spot to grab brunch with a girlfriend. The presentation of everything was great overall, but nothing really captured my attention at the same time flavor-wise. We also waited quite a while for everything. This was fine by me since I was catching up with a friend, but I still noticed that service was pretty slow. I'll have to make a point to come back and see if anything has changed! read more

CasaDamí - Dark cherry mocha - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Stopped by to grab some drinks with some friends on my birthday, and glad we did. Service here was great, and the drinks were even better. Still think about the limoncello spritz after a month.. My friend got one of the dessert wines, and that was delicious as well, coming from someone who isn't the biggest fan of wine. Ambience was great, definitely hope to come back soon. read more

CasaDamí - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This place was so cute! They had a bunch of different tapas to choose from. There were two of us and we got three: the burrata, croquetas, and empanadas. I'd say it was a pretty good amount of food, especially if you're planning to get dessert after. It's definitely on the pricier side but that's Newport for you. Like, the croquetas were good but it was $16 for three little ones. Drinks were good, nothing super strong, but they were fruity and bubbly which I liked. Our server was super nice and really helpful with recommendations. I'd definitely come back, loved the vibes, and the outdoor patio was gorg. read more

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I don't leave reviews, but this time I absolutely had to. Casa Dami was just too good not to talk about. The food was honestly amazing every dish was flavorful, fresh, and beautifully done. You can tell they truly care about quality. Everything we ordered exceeded our expectations. The ambiance was so good and made our date night absolutely perfect. The atmosphere felt warm, intimate, and inviting the kind of place where you can really relax and enjoy the moment. And the service? Nick is hands down the best server. Delivering top-tier service with a genuine smile the entire time is so impressive. He was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect without ever making us feel rushed. You can really tell he loves what he does. We'll definitely be back not just because of the incredible food, but because of him too. The service, the food, and the atmosphere were all unforgettable. read more

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BEWARE OF THEFT!! After paying our bill we left a cash tip, and they decided to add their own tip to the credit card I put down. Disputed with my credit card immediately. CHECK YOUR CHARGE HISTORY IF YOU WANT TO EAT HERE!! read more

CasaDamí - THE RESTAURANT SCAMS!! - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Great ambiance and a fun location with a very cute theme. The food was good and it was a fun spot for sunset. read more

CasaDamí - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

came here once on a weekday for coffee and wine and again on sunday, both around one. amazing prosciutto, tomato jam, and cheese. I'd definitely recommend the board to anyone that visits. Coffee, especially the spanish latte was great and the wine was fine as well. the brunch items were also good, ie. truffle bikini, breakfast sandwich. Unfortunate, the server who was so kind and amazing the first visit is no longer working there. Service was fine the second time, it was definitely busier during sunday brunch. Had a group of five, and were seated at the bar due to lack of tables. We definitely should have made a reservation ahead of time but wish they would've opened up the additional outdoor seating (which seemed to be available, as another group was seated later on) or set up a yelp/physical waitlist system. overall, would visit again. +before visiting, note that charcuterie is not available during brunch hours (until 2) during the weekend! read more

CasaDamí - Modern European Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I had a fantastic evening at casadami! I went with a party of 6 and it was nice because we got to try nearly everything on the menu. Our server was great and he had amazing recommendations. My favorites were the patatas bravas and the meatballs. read more

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The attention to detail is amazing! From the menu design, plates, napkins, Togo bag everything was thought out. Our server was outstanding, I didn't catch her name but we came on a Sunday for brunch and she was exceptional! Gave us great recommendations and always checked up on the table to see if we needed anything. The restaurant is beautiful, great for a girls brunch or a date. When seated outside there are outdoor heaters to keep you nice and cozy. You can park in a parking garage behind The Crab Cooker ( the red building ) and you can get the parking ticket validated up to 1.5 hours. Avocado breakfast croissant 5/5 the poached eggs were cooked to perfection and the flavors went very well with one another Spanish latte 4/5 the flavor is not as intense for typical Spanish lattes but not bad! Breakfast Platter 5/5 amazing and portions were good Overall great experience and would definitely come back :) read more

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Had a wonderful brunch here today. Can't wait to visit again. - easy parking in a nearby structure, the restaurant validates - lattes & champagne - great menu options - good service - beautiful restaurant both indoor and outdoor - very clean read more

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Really enjoyed dinner at Casa Dami. The patio is cozy and perfect for California evenings. We had a caviar bump, charcuterie with brûlée cheese and tomato jam, and the Dami salad to start. The scallops, tuna crudo, and tiger prawns were all great. The Australian wagyu filet was a highlight -- perfectly seared and tender. Dessert (crème brûlée and olive oil cake) was a nice finish. Service was smooth. Great spot for date night or a casual dinner with friends. read more

Cute little spot in Newport Beach! We came here originally just to get drinks and something small to share but everything on the menu sounded so good. We ordered the croqueta, whipped ricotta, and olive oil cake. The croqueta was perfectly crunchy on the outside and soft and flavorful on the inside. The whipped ricotta was paired with olives which I'm not usually a huge fan of, but they paired so well with the ricotta to create an amazing flavor and balance out the creaminess of the cheese. My favorite was the olive oil cake. It wasn't too dense and was complimented well with the mascarpone, lemon, and blackberry. Our sever was very sweet but the service in general was a bit spotty. We didn't get helped until a while after we were seated and the table next to us got helped before us, right after they were seated (after us). It also seemed to be a bit inconsistent and we had to call someone over to get water and to order. After we were helped though, the server came back to check on us without having to ask. Overall, the food was delicious and the service wasn't bad but could definitely be improved on. The drinks were also amazing and the olive oil cake is a must-try. It is on the pricier side so be aware of that! read more

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The ambience is very nice. Reminds me of Europe. The food is amazing as well. Only thing is that it's a bit expensive

Casa Dami as deligtful but confusing. What do I mean by confusing? Well, a few things. For starters it's a cafe by day and moonlights as a tapas bar by night which I think is a great concept. Additionally, it did feel like it was the love child of a one night stand between a Spaniard and Italian. This began to make much more sense when I checked their website right before writing this review because they do describe themselves as being "inspired by La Dolce Vita" so I guess my gut was right about the Italian vibe I was picking up. I love the tapas culture in Spain and I'm always looking for a place in So Cal that gets it, but the search continues.... six days after visiting Teleferic in Long Beach I found myself at Casa Dami and couldn't wait to try it and see how it compared to Teleferic and Vaca. Our reservationson through Resy was for the patio on a Thursday evening. I'm glad we opted to sit outside because the weather was perfect. Both the space and menu are compact and bijou a la most things European. Vaca and Teleferic offer more options on their menus but CD has some solid options. We had the patatas bravas with sauces on the side, meatballs, the blue fin tuna crudo, the flat iron steak and an affogato (we embraced the Italian influence). We found street parking right out front which was free after 6pm so we didn't need to use the subterranean parking lot (they validate). The atmoshpere was super chill. Since the restaurant was too busy on this weeknight we sat our table for 3 hours and weren't hassled or rushed to head out at all which was very European and much appreciated because it was such a lovley night. The music was lively but not disruptive. Can't wait to return during the cafe or brunch hours to experience how the food and mood of the place and see if there's a different feel from the dinner vibe. read more

CasaDami is such a cute spot in Newport and definitely gives off European vibes. The patio is gorgeous and feels like the kind of place you want to sit for hours, whether it's with a coffee in the morning or a glass of wine at night. Inside it's cozy and stylish without feeling over the top. The food is fresh and flavorful. Brunch has pastries, salads, and smaller plates that are easy to share. The coffee is really good try the Nutella Marocchino is a must. The portions are not the biggest for what you pay, but I think it's more about the atmosphere and the service. Everyone is friendly and it'll the vibe is great. read more

Here with a family of 4 on Monday 7/20/26. Service was outstanding. I wish I could remember our server's name. Drinks were spot on, appetizers were good, food was very good. Did it rock my boat? Not really. Was our dining experience good? Yes, very good. But the whole thing was 4 stars. Would I recommend it? Yes, it was very good. The best, and I wish I would've remembered his name, was our server. He was not a short or small guy, with some dark facial hair, if that helps. I'd come back. read more

Cute little spot for drinks and tapas. Our server was super nice and knowledgeable. We had a few glasses of wine and tried the whipped ricotta (highly recommend) and octopus! read more

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Casa Dami - Zero complaints I truly have zero complaints about Casa Dami. From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent, everyone was so kind, attentive, and welcoming. As first-timers and totally new to the menu, we really appreciated how helpful the staff was. They made the experience feel easy, relaxed, and honestly, really fun. That said, I highly recommend looking at photos of the dishes before you order unless you're feeling adventurous. I didn't really know what I was getting into, so each plate that came out was a surprise (in a good way, but still, I had no clue what I was ordering haha). - The truffle bikinis. They're essentially mini ham and grilled cheese sandwiches with truffle oil, super simple but so flavorful and rich in the best way. I loved them on their own, but they're next level when dipped into the whipped ricotta. - The whipped ricotta deserves everything because WOW. It came with these crispy little bread pieces and was creamy, dreamy, and completely addictive. I haven't fallen in love with a dip like this in a long time, so thank you for reigniting my love for all things cheese. Obsessed. - My friend ordered the eggs Benedict and really enjoyed it, though I can't personally speak on it since I don't eat eggs. Still, clean plate = good sign. The overall vibe was great, it's a cute little spot, but be prepared: it's also clearly a destination for people taking pics and videos, so you might feel like you're on a mini set. And just a heads-up on parking: it's a bit tricky, but there's underground parking in the back, and we got ours validated before leaving with no issues. read more

Such a cute gem in newport. The interior is so beautiful with marble tables. We started off with Patatas Bravas and I ordered a Damilatte, which was a black cherry mocha. The art on top of the drink was done really well a looked great with the black cherry garnish. I ordered a Truffle Eggs Benedict with Smoked Salmon which was garnished well and didn't feel too heavy after eating. I also enjoyed the salad they included, which had a nice dressing. Overall, we all had a great time and will be back. read more

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