After several trips to the LA area and countless recommendations, I finally made it to Fable & Spirit, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The restaurant has a warm, inviting atmosphere with a beautiful design that strikes a nice balance between upscale and comfortable. It's the kind of place where you can settle in and enjoy a leisurely meal. We started with the roasted bone marrow, which was pure indulgence. I spread that rich, nutty, buttery goodness over the crispy toast points, and every bite was better than the last. Next came the prawns. The chefs did an outstanding job highlighting the natural umami from the shrimp head before the sweetness of the corn and shallots blended perfectly with the tender, succulent shrimp. It was a dish that kept evolving with every bite. The smoked short rib was the star of the meal. I asked for the sauce on the side, but it was clear the meat had already been cooked sous vide with the sauce, allowing those deep, savory flavors to fully penetrate every bite. The result was an incredibly tender short rib that practically melted in my mouth. Absolutely delicious. From the welcoming ambiance to the thoughtfully executed dishes, Fable and Spirit delivered a memorable dining experience. I'll definitely be making a return visit the next time I'm in the area. read more

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Made reservations for a Friday at 6:45. We were seated pretty quickly after we arrived, and our server immediately introduced himself, offered us water, walked us through the menu, and took our drink order. The drinks came out pretty fast. I ordered a Vodka Sour (with an egg white) and it was definitely one of the better sours I've had! For dinner, I ordered the steelhead salmon, which was cooked perfectly. Food was brought out at a reasonable time. Overall, we had a great experience and I definitely plan be back for brunch read more

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Came here for an early dinner on a Monday evening, and for some reason this area was super packed, maybe because the weather was really nice. Anywhos, parking is always hard to find here but I think if you get coffee or ice cream somewhere else after they will validate your parking ticket, Fable & Spirit doesn't. This restaurant is super cute! I love the modern decor with a cozy ambiance. For the table, we order the Guinness brown bread, which I heard is their popular apps but I felt like it was just alright, like a house made banana bread. The hamachi crudo was soooo good, and so was the citrus salad and halibut. I would definitely come back here. They have a nice wine list as well, and some little trivia games in the wine book, if you're up for the challenge and can guess the blind wine poured, then it's on the house! For all my wine connoisseurs. read more

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While vacationing in California, this restaurant was on our must try list. The restaurant is located in a really beautiful spot by the marina in Newport. The inside is elegant and charming. We started with the Wood Fire Octopus - 10/10. It was outstanding. So flavorful! The potatoes and shishito peppers were a nice touch. For my entree I had the Fish and Chips - 10/10. This was delightful. It was paired with fries, peas, and a curry remoulade - omg sooo good! I loved the peas. For dessert we had the chocolate budino - this was a hazelnut streusel paired with some caramelized bananas. This was also a 10/10 - so delicious. Our waitress was wonderful! She gave us some great recommendations and was very friendly. Overall, we had a lovely dinning experience! Everything was exceptional! A note for parents: they had a high chair and a kids menu. The place was kid friendly. I appreciate this so much! read more

Fable & Spirit - Octopus - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I don't even know how to review this place. It was by far the best dining experience I've ever had in Orange County. It felt like walking into a whimsical storybook with the floral wallpaper, moody paint colors and gold fixtures. The cocktails were an elevated version of the classics. The food was unlike anything I've experienced- the porchetta melted in your mouth, the bucatini tasted like something a nonna would make, and the bread was an ultimate comfort food. The flavors, texture, and presentation were 10/10. Our server was also friendly, responsive and thorough. What an amazing experience! read more

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Tried this nice restaurant in Newport Beach. Service was great, as they were flexible and allowed us to move up our reservation to meet our scheduling needs. They also accommodated us well with a baby dining with us, giving us a high chair and finding a place to store our stroller, so that was very much appreciated! The ambiance was great. Classy and upscale and not giving off too trendy of a vibe. We certainly enjoyed the decor and how the restaurant was set up. We started with the Wood Fired Octopus (9/10) for our appetizer and it set a nice tone for the rest of the meal. Octopus was cooked to perfection, not too chewy, but with a good texture and bite. The potatoes, sofritos, chorizo and sauce were a fine compliment to the dish. For the main entree, I ordered the porchetta (7/10). It was cooked well, over polenta and was pretty good. The porchetta had a bit more fat than I would normally like, but the pork and polenta was very flavorful and I enjoyed the dish. I also ordered The Ritual Cocktail (9/10), it was very good, with the perfect balance between the bourbon, some sweetness and smokiness. Very well crafted cocktail. Dessert was fantastic as well (8/10). The 2 desserts we got were different but so good. Wish they had some ice cream with them to get them to the 10/10 category, but solid desserts, nonetheless. Overall, very impressed with the restaurant, service and food. Would highly recommend and would love to come back and try other items on their menu! read more

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My husband actually came across this spot on OpenTable or Resy and made a reservation for us to check it out--and I'm really glad he did. We started with the Caesar salad, which sounded unique with kale and capers mixed with romaine. It did not disappoint--my husband took the first bite and immediately loved it. For mains, we ordered the Fable Burger and the 12-hour Kurobuta porchetta. The burger was next level, especially with the addition of pork belly--it added so much flavor and made it stand out from a typical burger. The porchetta was also a hit: perfectly cooked, tender, and paired so well with the polenta. We ordered the kids cheese pizza for our toddler and we were surprised how big it was. Definitely worth the price! Honestly, we loved everything we ordered and enjoyed every single bite. Service was fantastic as well--friendly and attentive throughout our visit. The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because the food took a while to come out. It wasn't a dealbreaker, but definitely noticeable. Overall, a great dining experience and definitely worth trying! read more

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A solid American restaurant. Bree our server was wonderful! We came for dinner and enjoyed every dish we ordered. The ingredients were fresh, well-cooked, and beautifully plated. I'm saving this as a place to come back to. I especially enjoyed the butter that came with the brown bread; it's creamy, and you can taste the texture and flavor of the salt flakes inside. Their coffee and orange juice are also solid. read more

Fable & Spirit - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

It was my first time dining at Fable & Spirit, and we chose it for our anniversary. While the hostess who greeted and seated us felt a bit uninviting, I didn't let that set the tone for the evening--and I'm glad I didn't. Tyler was our server and he was phenomenal. He walked us through the menu with enthusiasm and offered recommendations. What impressed me most was how involved the GM, Alejandro, was throughout the night. Both he and Tyler checked in on us multiple times, making sure we were enjoying our experience and celebrating our anniversary well. Their hospitality truly elevated the night. The ambience is warm and intimate, and I always appreciate an open‑kitchen concept--it adds such a lively, connected energy to the space. The food and cocktails were absolutely delicious. What we ordered: -Crudo: Fresh, bright, and perfectly paired with the wasabi aioli and taro chips. -Bone Marrow: Rich and decadent, especially with the caramelized onions. -Pork Belly: My favorite dish of the night--perfectly tender and beautifully complemented by the couscous. Bucatini: Creamy and packed with flavor from the clams and bacon. Cocktails: I tried the Donnelly Visa and Late Night Conversations--both were incredible. Dessert: The lemon bread pudding was the ideal finale, especially alongside the late night conversations cocktail. I can't wait to come back for dinner again--and I'm already eyeing their brunch menu. A solid 10/10. Thank you, Tyler and Alejandro, for making our anniversary so memorable. read more

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We came for lunch as a large group to celebrate Father's Day. The restaurant ambiance is nice albeit loud. The service could have definitely been better. Our server was not attentive nor was he available when we needed him on several occasions throughout the meal. You could tell he preferred to serve other tables. The food however was good. Most of the dishes we had were delicious but it's overpriced for what you get. Portion sizes are just right though. Dessert menu sounded okay, if a bit generic. We passed on it. You're essentially paying extra for the location and ambiance. Maybe if we had better service on a day of celebrating, we would've left with a better rating and experience. Tip: Park in the free lot across from the entrance to Lido House. There was plenty of parking on a Sunday afternoon. read more

Traveled to this place after hearing it was comparable to a Michelin star Restaurant. The menu looked amazing, I started off with their version of an old fashioned (Ritual) after looking at the bourbons they had available and what they priced them at, all pretty much overpriced. The old fashioned I selected used buffalo trace which sells for $23 a bottle and the drink was $19, great mart up for them. The appetizer was Octopus, which was just ok, the sauce was the star of the plate, my entree was a braised short rib, which was probably braised chuck roast. The server was great, service was fast, however some of the people next to me were super snobbish, complaining about the smoke coming from my drink super rude. Dining table had a nice view of the city. read more

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My husband and I sat out on the patio with our small dog. The staff was friendly and even offered a water bowl for our dog. It was nice to sit outside and people watch, and the food was delicious! read more

Fable & Spirit - Shakshuka, pork belly BLT and truffle fries! - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

My husband and I just went to Fable and Spirit for the third time. We started with the Guinness brown bread as we have every time. The fresh bread with the European butter is melt in your mouth good. For dinner, my husband ordered the halibut, which is what I ordered on our previous visit. It's a really nice meal with excellent flavors and it won't leave you overly stuffed. Meanwhile, I tried the chicken confit, which was an enormous meal and I brought half of it home. The chicken is laid on top of yummy brussel sprouts and Spanish chorizo. On our other visits we tried the short ribs and a couple of brunch items, including an omelet and a pancake dish. I would recommend coming here for dinner rather than brunch because it has a nice dark and vibey atmosphere inside. Perfect for a nice romantic dinner. There's also a great wine menu and when I picked a unique wine off the menu our friendly server offered me a sample before I finalized my order. I appreciated that! Next time we plan on sharing some of their small plates. read more

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Love this restaurant. Special call out for their amazing service. We had some dietary restrictions among our party and they were so careful with helping us through the menu and making sure we knew which dish shouldn't be eaten by that person. The food is amazing! Really loved the pork belly appetizer. It was tender and tasty. The bone marrow is also to die for. They probably have some of the best brussel sprouts I've tried. Also a big fan of the halibut as well as the ribeye. read more

Good, but not amazing Brown bread with salted butter 4/5 Bread was quite dense, could have been warmer. Butter was great with a sweet and salty finish Fried chicken sandwich 3.5/5 Good, but I've had better. Could have been juicier, batter was crispy and chicken was plentiful. Gochujang slaw was fine, could be a bit bri Crispy edged sourdough pancakes 3.5/5 Wish it was heavier on the sourdough flavor, orange zest butter was a nice touch with the blueberry compote. Was expecting more crisp given the name Loco moko 3/5 Gravy was heavy on the wine ?? A darker gravy, less buttery. Rice was cooked fine and egg was crispy. Service Started off strong, kind of dwindled a bit. Had to ask someone else for help because our server was MIA. read more

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First time diners. Had an early reservation and the place was nearly empty when we arrived, and quiet. Thirty minutes later the place was packed and the volume grew accordingly. We started with cocktails and the marrow bone appetizer, which comes with two bread slices, grilled onions, a small salad, and some sea salt. I recommend skipping adding sea salt as the bread was already salty, but definitely add a bit of grilled onions. The salad was good on its own; was too much on the toast. We ordered lamb chops and the fable burger. The lamb chops were good but the burger was delicious. It came with grilled onions, pork belly, and a Dijon aioli sauce which was the bomb!! Excellent truffle fries too! I give it a rating of 4 as the chef is a bit heavy handed with salt. Lighten it up and I'd give a 5! Also, as much as I appreciate water refills, this was too much. I'd take a sip or two and they were back refilling my glass. Oh, and Chad, our server was excellent. Just the right amount of attention and great wine knowledge! read more

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I am no stranger to Fable & Spirit and I'm surprised I haven't reviewed them until now. While I could go on with how great my dinner experiences have been (cocktails, Guinness brown bread, fish & chips, burger) and the glamorous Hollywood Regency/Gatsby aesthetic, what really prompted me to write a review was my first brunch experience with them! For drinks, my husband started off with a gin spritz which was refreshing and not too sugary. I wanted herbal tea but all they had was black, so my server got creative and put fresh mint leaves in hot water which hit the spot! For food, we shared the sourdough pancakes with lemon mascarpone and blueberry compote alongside the shakshuka (with extra poached eggs on the side). Both meals were incredible! The pancakes were the perfect amount of sweetness as the batter was not overly sugary to account for the compote and mascarpone. The shakshuka was bold and rich in flavor and my husband particularly loved the naan that came with it. The struggle now, is whether we come for brunch or dinner! read more

Everything was delicious at F&S! I ordered the halibut, not only was it a beautiful piece of art, but tasted very fresh and had a lot of flavor. My mom had the octopus and thought it was the best octopus she's ever tasted. We had someone order fish and chips at the table... They would've liked the regular tartar sauce instead of the curry aïoli sauce. Other than that, everything was delicious. I would've loved to see a more chocolatey dessert - we had the banana bread pudding, which was very good. Overall 10 out of 10. We came in early for dinner around 4:30. I think that is the move as it is a lot quieter. read more

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Nice spot for dinner with attentive service and lovely decor. Easy to reserve on Resy and there's a bar section too, the front check-in area is tight but we were seated promptly for our reservation. The Favorites: Guinness bread, the butter was also sooo good on the hot bread and the octopus was nice and tender. We also ordered the cauliflower and bucatini and the bucatini wasn't as flavorful as we were expecting. Noodles were good but something was missing, although it wasn't a bad bite. For dessert the blueberry bread pudding we got was delightful. Street parking and paid parking lots nearby. read more

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Stunning venue with an upscale ambiance. Super chic and tastefully decorated. If you've been to Wally's in LA this place is its identical twin. Wide wine selections and also tasty cocktails if you just want a fruity drink. They're only open for dinner but on weekends they do offer a brunch menu. Suggest you try both. Also several outdoor seating areas and very pet friendly. Tried a few small plates and holiday cocktail before heading over to watch a classic Christmas movie at Lido theater. Also tried brunch last weekend and most definitely will be coming back again. Here's what we tried over the two days: 1. Crispy Chicken Sandwich: chicken patty seasoned deliciously with the Korean Gochujang aioli seasoning (may be biased because I'm Korean) and pickled Serrano slaw m. Comes with a side of truffles fries......yummmy. Please order. 2. Kona Kampachi Crudo: yellowtail fresh from Kona island seasoned with diced pole tomatoes, crispy taro, Hawaiian sea salt and topped with the amazing yuzu wasabi aioli (latter just made the dish). Pretty light so perfect for appetizer. Highly recommend. 3. Blueberry Meyer Lemon Brioche Bread Pudding: blueberry compote with crème anglaise. Wasn't bad but nothing exceptional. 4. Rabbit Fricassee: Canadian hare (dark meat) cooked to perfection. Super tender and not gamey. Served on top of a potato puree (tastefully done) and baby turnips and wild mushroom. Taste like turkey honestly. Very good. But my mind kept playing tricks on me with thoughts of the cute little bunnies in my neighborhood. 5. Wood fired octopus: super tender and chewy octopus. Seasoned lightly with sofrito and chorizo, shishito peopers, and smoked finger potatoes. Overall spectacular place and exquisite food. Definitely a must if you're in Oc Coming back soon for sure read more

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Service was phenomenal and I cant say enough about the atmosphere. The drinks were also made very well, and they charge accordingly for a proper cocktail (so no deal here) The food execution was interesting. Plating was outstanding. The food flavor itself was average at best. Overall a really cute place to have dinner with friends and family, definately come here for a drink. Dealers choice on dinner itself, though i loved the booth. read more

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Fable & Spirit: 9/10 Service: 8/10 we had Tyler as the server, he knew the menu and recommend some drinks, but the food was a bit slower than expected. They were very busy, so pretty expected. Aesthetic & Ambiance: 9/10 super chic upscale dining with an open facing kitchen and nice bar. There's not a lot of seating, so larger parties might be a tough reservation. There was a cool section which almost looked for bigger / private parties. Ambiance was busy and pretty loud on a Saturday, I'd recommend making a reservation. Drinks: Main squeeze: 8/10 had a citrus punch, and a subtle vodka at the end Ray of sunshine: 7.5/10 a little sweet and definitely tequila forward. Food: Brown bread: 9/10 very different than most breads, it was a little sweet and pretty dense almost like a banana bread. The salty butter was a perfect balance of sweet & salty. Crispy calamari: 9/10 exactly as it says "crispy" it was fried perfectly and the sauces were good, the goju sauce almost resembles a buffalo. 12hr Kurobuta Porchetta: 9.5/10 absolutely outstanding, definitely see why it's a menu highlight. The Porchetta was juicy and tender with a nice crispy skin, while the polenta was also perfect consistency. Cracked Peppers Bucatini: 9/10 the pasta was cooked perfectly al dente, the sauce was robust with flavors of clam and parmesan, and the pancetta gave a nice crunch. Callebaut Chocolate Budino: 9/10 honestly after eating so much this was the perfect amount of dessert to end the night. It was light and airy, almost nothing being deconstructed; but was delicious in every way. The moose was light and chocolate was decadent. read more

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Third visit and still loving the food! Came on a Sunday night and there were plenty of tables. Savory dishes were outstanding, service was warm and attentive, but dessert was just okay. Still one of my favorite spots for dinner. read more

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Was really excited to try Fable & Spirit and the food was absolutely incredible. We ordered the crispy calamari, wood fired pizzeta, and the citrus salad which was an absolute 10/10! We also ordered the burger, but was nothing special so I would skip out on that next time. Really was disappointed once receiving the bill and saw the charge of $5 per diet coke. $20 for 4 diet cokes (I had two and my bf had two), I think that's criminal charging that much especially when the first time we ordered we did not get a full can like we did the second time. Service was great sitting outside and the ambiance was very great. Next time I will be skipping on the burger and ordering a cocktail versus a soda. read more

Fable & Spirit - Crispy Calamari and Citrus Salad - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Third time dining with fable and spirit. I can't get over not just the food but the service. Every time I visit they treat me so well. Everything from the rabbit to the couscous was on point. Very quick to notice small details even with a full house such as water refills, table resetting and check ins. Chad was nice enough to bring out a couple gifts from the kitchen. He has great hospitality and is very welcoming and polite. One of my favorite restaurants I highly recommend. Perfect for any occasion. Good cooking and great hospitality. read more

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We loveeeee fable and spirit! Have been here a few times and it is always a hit! The atmosphere is intimate, dark, romantic with smells of their Smokey old fashioned. We started with the greatest menu item of all time, the bread and butter, this is the only photo I took and all you need to get here it is simply the best. We got 3 apps, the beet dish which was a surprise to us being a dumpling, it was fantastic, and also got the rabbit. The rabbit was exactly how the waiter explained, it tasted like turkey, not my favorite but beautiful presentation. The mains we got the porchetta and the pasta dish, the porchetta is good very fatty but good, I'd probably pass on it next time, the pasta is the best dish. We will get the pasta every time it is so amazing we love the pasta noodles feel fresh with bite to them the creamy sauce it is magical. read more

Fable & Spirit - Heaven - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Fable & Spirit exemplifies an upscale and elevated dining experience. From start to finish, waitstaff were keen to offer suggestions, top off depleting beverages, and making inquiries at a relaxed & attentive pace. I should have taken more pictures, but the Guinness Brown Bread, Hawaiian Blue Prawns, Wood Fired Octopus, Mangalitsa Pork Belly & Grilled Bone Marrow appetizers were all phenomenal. The standouts were the octopus and pork belly!! After a long day of culinary exploration, I settled for what I thought would be a simple burger. Anything but, the Fable Burger is aptly named: nestled in a beautiful brioche bun was the juicy prime beef patty, SLAB of pork belly, and American cheese. An explosion of umami in every bite. I was full 3/4 of the way done with the burger. Crispy truffle fries as the accoutrement. A warm farewell upon our departure, Fable & Spirit left a lasting impression. read more

Fable & Spirit - FABLE BURGER prime beef, american cheese, pork belly, caramelized onion, tomato, dijon, truffle fries - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The food here is never gonna let you down. I've had their brunch, and I have had their dinner. Both have been such a great experience, with quality meals. it's a perfect date spot, weather for brunch or for dinner, the patio has warmers. The inside is such a vibe, and has a great bar. You can even bring your pup with you, if you would like to eat outside. They are very puppy friendly, they bring him a water and everything. Service has always been amazing, we've had the same servers a few times, and they are the kindest and most professional people. This is by far, my favorite place to eat whenever i'm in Newport. read more

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I was looking for a spot for my birthday dinner and came across this through the Michelin app as a recommended restaurant. It's right in the middle of the Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach. Their menu is a little limited but offers a variety of small plates, salads, and large plates. Between the four of us, we tried something from each category, and these are some of the dishes that really stood out to us: * Guinness Brown Bread: Loved this, give me 10 of them! It comes in a small loaf, sliced up, and is so soft and slightly sweet. Add the butter on there, and it practically melted in our mouths. * Crispy Calamari: This was fried perfectly. I hate it when they overly coat the calamari, but this wasn't the case. It was lightly coate,d which gave it the perfect light crunch. The calamari was tender, and the dipping sauces on the plate were enjoyable. * Wood Fire Octopus: I've been on an octopus kick lately, and this one hit the spot. It had light, crispy edges from the wood fire andwas served with potatoes and shishito peppers over a delicious sofrito sauce. * Wood Fire Pizzetta: Small round thin crust pizza cut into 4 slices. Loved the mix of textures and flavors with the creamy burrata, broccolini, garlic, and hazel nuts. * Smoked Short Rib: The most tender short rib I've ever had. Packed with flavor and perfectly cooked. We also tried the cracked pepper bucatini and the 12-hour kurobutta porchetta. These were enjoyable, but were honestly a bit on the heavier side. I love bucatini, but the dough was so thick that it took away from the rest of the dish. I will say the porchetta was incredibly tender, but by the time that dish came out, we were stuffed from the other dishes! read more

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Had a fantastic time at Fable and Spirit with my fiancée. I went with the Fable burger and she had the crispy chicken sandwich, both were amazing, no notes. Service was on point, the inside has a great vibe, and the whole place just looks fantastic. Easy recommend, and we'll definitely be back. read more

Fable & Spirit - Fable Burger - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Fable & Spirit continues to be one of my favorite brunch places in Newport. The ambiance is beautiful inside with a lot of natural lighting. The food is genuinely delicious. I never thought I'd like Irish dark bread, but my boyfriend who is Irish wanted us to try it and it was quite tasty. They also added a Loco Moco to the menu which was delicious! Service is always on point here as well, even with only one or two servers during brunch. read more

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Came for an early Valentine's Day dinner and was thoroughly impressed with the dishes we ordered. The grilled octopus alone was enough to get me to come back here. Ambiance was popping off, but I'm not one to complain about noise level, some people may find that unattractive. I think that's a great sign that the restaurant is doing its thing. The calamari was excellent. We had the short rib and the halibut. I ordered the halibut and that was the better dish in my opinion. I'd like to try another main on return. Service was incredible and very attentive and the manager came by after to check on us. 5 stars here. Thank you Fable & Spirit for the beyond pleasant dining experience. read more

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Had some cocktails with my boyfriend and friend. Their drinks are made with real ingredients and fresh. Their bartenders know what they are doing so you can ask them for a suggestion. I had a gin drink with blood orange it was delish read more

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A celebratory dinner for a group of 9. The wait staff were fabulous! Helpful, patient and kind. We ordered a number of cocktails, beers and a bottle of wine. The cocktails were a lot of fun. We'll have to visit again to try the others. We shared almost the entire menu. It's a great way to try everything. Standouts for me: Brown bread and butter. I could eat this again and again and again. Bone marrow. Well-seasoned. My lament whenever I order this at any resto - There's never enough toast! Carrots. Who knew roasted carrots good be so tasty! Citrus salad. So cool. So light. So refreshing! Calamari. It looks like your normal calamari dish but so addicting. Love the crunchy bits! Ribeye. Oh my! Grilled and seasoned perfectly. Enjoy! read more

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This is in Lido so parking is either in the lot or on the street, it can be difficult at certain times so make sure to account for that. Inside is nicely decorated, we ate outside. The ambiance is a mid century modern feel and hustle bustle. Service was very friendly & fast considering how busy they were. For food we had the octopus as well as the pork belly. Both were tasty! Would definitely come back again to try more dishes. read more

One and done here. I was a bit disappointed on the overall experience here. Service: was a 2/5. Our waiter seemed distracted or too busy with other dinners, so much so that we placed our drink and food order with the bartender, not our waiter, almost 30 minutes after we were initially seated. Our waiter also seemed unavailable for a second round of drinks and we ended up having to waive him down to order, which he seemed surprised by, as if he wasn't expected us to order additional drinks and we were inconveniencing him. Ambience: very chic with a modern and hipster twist. I love the alcohol and wine display we well as the seats and tables. Food: Do not get the fish and chips, it was highly recommended but it's highly disappointing. The plating was awful, they didn't give you enough fries, the fish was okay but I would never get the green peas. The calamari was okay as well as the mussels. I did love the bread. The pork chop was a 3/5, we found a string on it and had to report it to the manager, the burger was okay 3/5. Thankful for the free birthday dessert. The octopus was 4/5, Brussels sprouts 5/5. The alcohol drinks however was a 1/5. The cosmopolitan didn't taste like a cosmopolitan at all, they out the wrong olives on the gin martini. The so called twist old fashioned didn't even Amer to have any alcohol on it. read more

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Great food, great service, and cocktails. Couldn't ask for more out of a restaurant. I would recommend to all.

So the food here is 5 stars. Went with a good size party and had a bit of everything. The octopus - wow this was incredible. Texture was amazing and it had a nice spice to it. I also really enjoyed the muscles and the pork belly. The rabbit was fun to try but not for me. This place may have the best Brussel Sprouts on planet earth. Chicken Confit was too dry for my taste, but the Fable Burger was epic. So why 4 stars? First off they tried to fit 7 of us into a space that really should only hold 4. We had to ask to be moved. The place is extremely cramped it's clear they are trying to fit as many people in as possible It's also impossible to hear the people you are with. Very bad acoustics and the music didn't help. Also they have a severe lack of NA beer. A true shame in 2025. Go for the killer food, just don't expect to be comfortable of hear your dining mates during the experience. read more

Fable & Spirit - Fable Burger - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Such a beautiful place. Right in the heart of Lido. Beautiful aesthetic, the service and the food were so good. Alejandro seated us and was very personable. Our out of town guests felt very welcomed. Server was great and attentive as well. Definitely highly recommended if you haven't been. Food is really good! Bone marrow was one of our faves! read more

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Fable and Spirit is such a cute spot for a date night. The drinks are unique but somehow work and taste great. The brussel sprouts were crispy and full of flavor (comes with pork belly). I also got the burger, which was really satisfying and came with Parmesan fries on the side. We tried the short rib as well, which was tender, and the sauce and potatoes were packed with flavor. read more

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