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    Coliseum Pool and Grill

    3.6 (622 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    COLISEUM POOL AND GRILL ATMOSPHERE

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    Upscale
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Kevin D.

    Very odd to not see the Coliseum Pool and Grill not super full. The summer time is usually jammed due to the large round pool. Still a great vibe and we came for just a drink at the bar. The service ranks above many places and Katie our Bartender was fantastic! Valet is $25 but for guest it's free.

    Olivia H.

    Although the views are beautiful, and the food is decent, I am disappointed by the service I received. I've been here a few times, and I haven't had any issues before. I ordered my burger medium-well because I am pregnant and cannot have any uncooked meat. I was here for a business lunch and didn't want to announce that I was pregnant to my colleagues. Unfortunately, the burger was served to me medium-rare, so I let the server know. She wasn't apologetic, and said that medium-rare is the standard for their burgers. If I knew that I couldn't order my burger fully cooked, I would've ordered something else. She took the burger back to the kitchen, then brought it back cut in half, facing down. She asked me if it was better, then acknowledged that there was a lot of sauce covering it, so it was difficult to tell. It seemed as though they had only seared the edges, but the rest of the burger was still very rare. I didn't want to send it back again because I didn't want to make a fuss in front of my colleagues, so I just picked at the rest of the burger and left most of it. I really wish that the server had been more apologetic and willing to fix the issue. I shouldn't have to bring up my medical condition in order to receive an item as I've ordered it.

    Caviar Croquette

    We had lunch outdoors at Coliseum Bar and Grill. The caviar croquet was excellent. The salad was also delicious! It's wonderful to be seated outside by the pool. You can see ocean, too.

    Isaac F.

    Food is super good, service a bit slow but overall really enjoyed it. Amazing view of the property.

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    Gabriel R.

    Always a good experience at the Coliseum Pool and Grill. Good for breakfast, great for lunch and again always a good time. With stunning views and good food

    Sonia Alisa J.

    We had an incredible time here, the atmosphere is really pretty and relaxing with a few of the pool and ocean. The service was exceptional and the food was fantastic. You can't go wrong coming here.

    Kristin Leigh M.

    Came here on Christmas Day for an early dinner. We had a reservation. We arrived at 4:57 p.m. for a 5:00 p.m. reservation. We were told they would seat us closer to our reservation time. What? That's peculiar. At around 5:12, we noticed that other parties were being seated who arrived after us. A few moments later, the hostess approached us and asked us what our name was again. I think the mild glare I was giving might have registered. After that mishap, we were seated and everything was fine. If you like fish, this is probably a good restaurant choice. I ate the roast chicken, which was very tender. My husband, who does not eat fish or red meat, was extremely challenged, as there were only a few things he could eat on the menu. (He decided on the gnocchi; it was OK... I thought the sauce could have used a little more flavor.) My mum dined on the branzino; the orzo that accompanied it was tasty. I think you're mostly paying for the environment here; the setting is lovely overlooking the Pelican Hill pool. Would like to come back but perhaps in the afternoon. (They did have the heaters turned on in the evening.) 2024: 96/100

    lisa a.

    Love coming here for a light dinner and drinks and a spectacular sunset! This time we came for an early lunch and always great service by the staff. The Cesar salad is always a winner ! Free valet if eating at the restaurant.

    Brenda Y.

    We went around early dinner and we were able to get an outdoor table with an amazing view quickly. The outdoor tables have a view of the pool area. We got the paccheri pasta and it was a good portion and is very flavorful. However, I thought the lemon rinds were a bit too overpowering in the dish. Overall, you should expect this place to be a bit pricier but the food options are still tasty and the service is great.

    Winston S.

    I made reservation on Open Table for 5 guests for noon today. We got seated at 12:25pm. The ambiance is amazing. The presentation of the dishes were quite nice. Rico was our server. He was maybe overwhelmed or something, but he was behind on water refills, bringing items such as my toast, powered sugar for my guest, etc... The food was tasty and good quality. Parking is wither valet or self parking. May try dinner in the spring time.

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    Rita A.

    I actually went for breakfast and arrived around 11am but they stop serving at 10:30am. It should be till at least 11am or 11:30am. Service was fantastic and the food was good. The salad consisted of a bunch of leaves with a couple cucumbers, nothing else though. What I didn't like, is you have to pay for parking now. You had two options before; self-park OR valet. Now you can ONLY valet, and it's $25. Even locals have to pay! Reason for the changes, the Marriott bought Pelican, so new changes and new fees for guests. If you do go, please make sure you leave the employees CASH tip because if you leave it on the card, they do NOT get the tips. The Marriott keeps it, and the employees see none of it. It's the principle of the situation for me, so for those reasons, no more Pelican for me.

    Gaetano S.

    My friend invited us today. I was so excited about the great view and foods. No rain today! We all liked sitting at the patio w heater. Great pool and golf course view. The menu for lunch was simple. They have salad, burger, sandwich, pasta, steak, fish tacos, some appetizers like Italian Margherita flat bread, something basic and desserts like Gelato. We ordered the flat bread and guess what? The dough was completely burned. OMG!! My wife claimed to ask a new one right away. How weird to start the appetizer..... I got wagyu burger w chardonnay, my wife had filet mignon w fries, our friends had same wagyu burger, beer battered fish taco. Everything was good but my wife told me, the steak was not tender, flavorful, not worthy to pay $56. She was really disappointed. Because she is from Paris, she knows all french cuisines. Anyway, ambiance and view were absolutely wonderful on the Pelican hill. Overall, the quality of the foods are not 5 stars even thou the popular Pelican resort Newport Beach. And also, we went to the café to have some desserts but not much selections for the cakes or tartlette. We got cappuccino, latte, velvet cake, and Danish pastry. I couldn't get the real desserts for me. Pros Ambiance, view: 5 stars Parking: either self or valet Cons Price, quality: 3 stars Menu: not much selections for lunch, very limited Even desserts. Overall, we had a great time hanging out in Newport beach. I want to suggest they can control the qualities, more flavorful, to present the real upscale restaurant.

    Jeesoun S.

    I was so excited to go to eat lunch w my friends of mine today. Thanks God!! The rain was on the way but just cloudy until I was on the road back to home. First, the view was awesome w Pelican golf course, big outdoor pool, and patio area w heaters. The menu was simple and I barely ordered the appetizer, margherita flat bread to share and some wines, Chardonnay, champagne for drinks. For entrées, they have burger, sandwich, fish tacos, steak & frites, salmon, some pastas, and salad. Not much selections for lunch. When the server brought our flat bread, I got shocked. The dough was completely burned....OMG!!! I couldn't eat any slices to start. I claimed the server and she brought us a new one. I believe that this restaurant is in the Pelican resort in Newport Beach. How come the chef burned the flat bread???? No idea!!! In conclusion, I got filet mignon w frites, brocollinis, my hubby had wagyu burger, my friend had fish tacos, wagyu burger w French fries w truffle. To be honest, my filet mignon was so dried, not tender, any flavors....so dissappinted. Even frites!!! So basic, another french fries w Truffle is basic. But wagyu burger was great. My hubby and friend liked it. I am from Paris and I've used to all french cuisines for years. Might be too much to expect this restaurant??? It didn't meet my expectation today. Burned flat bread, dried filet mignon w basic french fries for $56. Dissapointed! For ambiance, I give 5 stars. The parking is optional either valet or self parking in the parking structure. For café near lobby was another dissapointing. No desserts for me, only some macarons, few pastries, and some Gelato, I am wondering why I got here to have desserts. We got cappuccino, latte, some pastries, and last velvet cake in the display. Anyway we pay the view, ambiance for this fancy restaurant. Not the quality of foods.... Overall, I had a great time w my friends but the quality of foods are less than 4 stars. I think they need to upgrade the quality to serve real cuisines for the customers.

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    You know its time to find another place for lunch, even a nice lunch, when the validated parking is $25. Unvalidated is $50.

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    It was nice to have a quick lunch there. The ambiance is so relaxing and chill. Go there during weekdays with less crowds.

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    Beautiful location with a fantastic view and a great menu. We've never been disappointed. Attentive valet and service makes the meal 5 star!

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    I come here just to get a virgin pina colada in a coconut and enjoy the scenery. The bartenders are always friendly.

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    Beautiful setting, good food, attentive service. It was a nice lunch experience for my husband, younger son, and me.

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    In all of the photos I've seen of the pool, there is never anyone in it. Is the pool itself available for use as well?

    Yes! I have seen people in the pool when I was dining there.

    Can i bring birthday cake to the restaurant?

    Hello Christina, you are certainly welcome to bring your own cake! Please note that a cake service fee will apply. We look forward to seeing you.

    Is this a good spot for a birthday dinner? I've already been to Pelican Hill so I wanted something a little new / how do people dress here?

    Yes. Inside is really classy. You can be as dressed up as you want & outside it over looks the pool & you can dress how you like. It's a mix of smart casual to dressy but all are nice.

    Is their Sunday brunch worthwhile? Planning a small baby shower and wondering if this was a better option vs pelican hill grill?

    Yes. I would say “if” the shower is going to be a celebration/little loud, the outer dining area is a more appropriate venue. Both are worthy of your visit.

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