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    Gulfstream

    3.9 (2.1k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Upscale
    Outdoor seating

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    Bell Peppers with Feta Cheese
    Elizabeth H.

    Such a buzzy place to be for a weeknight early dinner. The hostess managed to sit us (for two) by the bar counter which was fine. Happened to chat a bit with a next sit mate who'd go the Gulfstream on a regular basis. So that encouraged us it should be a swell of a restaurant. We had the Cashew Chicken Curry served with rice, herbs and lime together with a side dish of Bell Peppers with feta cheese. Sounds simple but surprisingly this combo was very good. The other dish we had was Knife and Fork Ahi Tuna Burger. It was alright. I thought it was bland even with the sauce that came with it. The ahi tuna was barely there. On the menu it mentioned a choice of coleslaw or fries. Funny the waiter never asked which one we wanted. It came with vegetables that you'd mix in a burger. That was a letdown. Ambiance was a nice touch of Southern California style... outdoor dining and oak interior.

    Lorelie C.

    We love coming here when the weather is nice because we enjoy sitting at the outdoor/ patio area on a nice sunny day than the inside. Service is always good and so far we've enjoyed everything we've ordered from here. Oysters are in season so it's available again in their menu. Had half a dozen and it was good! Had their biscuits that's flaky on the outside, warm, soft and buttery in the inside with some honey. Also had their wedge salad and wood grilled ribeye! All delish with a nice outside view to boot!

    Jonathan H.

    My wife and I stopped by here for dinner and despite it being very busy (a good sign), we were able to get two seats at the bar counter when there was a last-second cancellation. It's a slick-looking, well-designed space with a well-dressed crowd. I ordered the cashew chicken curry with rice and a side of roasted bell peppers and feta cheese and my wife ordered the "knife and fork" ahi tuna burger. My dish was great: a creamy, flavorful curry with nicely prepared rice. I lived in Asia for over twenty years and it's not Asian in any way, but it worked as a dish nevertheless. The side dish of roasted bell peppers was excellent. The reason for the 3-star rating is the "knife and fork" ahi tuna burger, which was completely off. The menu describes the ahi tuna burger as follows: "pan-seared, served with fries or coleslaw (limited)." My wife, who always finishes her meal, only finished about half of the ahi tuna burger before giving it to me to finish while she took my curry dish. The ahi tuna wasn't pan-seared. It was like mushed, mashed tuna that was breaded with some sort of crust on top. It was unlike (in a bad way) any ahi tuna burger I've ever had. No French fries or coleslaw were served with the dish (which the bartender didn't alert us to). Instead, the dish had lettuce, onions, sliced tomato, and pickles as if it were a burger, but it wasn't one. When I searched the plate for the top part of the bun, there wasn't one so I had to eat the lettuce, onions, tomato and pickles on their own. It was a complete letdown as a dish and it was very different than what the menu described the dish as being. A restaurant this popular and well-established should do better than that. And the bartender, who was familiar with the dishes, should have stepped in and made it right.

    Newport Beach clam chowder
    Aimee B.

    OC is my home but IN is my new home. So when we come back we love to come here. The great? Our server Courtney who was friendly and attentive. Ambiance was on point for a busy Saturday evening. Reso at 7p, we got there early and sat outside on the cocktail patio. Kate one of the servers outside was OUTSTANDING and never stopped moving. She was soooo outgoing and handled the extremely busy section with ease and grace. I got a virgin Bloody Mary with blue cheese stuffed olives. Absolutely yummy. Once seated inside we immediately ordered the heavenly biscuits and I got the Caesar salad that was outstanding bc it had corn and ample dressing the the soft and crunchy croutons. I could eat just those lol. I got the ruby red trout and since they were out of Dover sole, my hubby got the crab cakes. We both got the wild rice with almonds. It came COLD which I wish we would've known. It was not his cup of tea. The crab cakes he said were not hot but not Cold. A little bit of a let down. Would love to see a more varied dessert menu. Only had lemon meringue which is such a specific choice, hot fudge sundae (basic) and tres leches. Add a creme brûlée or butter cake please! Or something appley. Will be back but prob will call ahead to make sure Dover sole is available.

    The Greywacke New Zealand Sauv Blanc was outstanding
    Johnny W.

    Classics, Comfy and Cool! Always my go to place for a fantastic Bev + Bite when near fashion island or passing through Corona Del Mar. Gulfstream is amazing... consistent food program with a excellent menu having something for everyone. Dialed bar area and drinks. A lovely outside dinning section. The service / hospitality is top notch. Big shout out to our server Madison who was awesome. Please come support this stellar spot.

    Lump Crab Cakes
    David Y.

    While it has long been a neighborhood staple, I only recently discovered it through fellow food lovers. Even on a midweek evening, the restaurant was buzzing, and the staff noted it gets significantly busier as the weekend approaches. The ambiance strikes a perfect balance between upscale and casual comfort. While the entire staff is welcoming, the bartenders truly steal the show. They are incredibly attentive, managing to provide lightning-fast service to bar guests while flawlessly crafting drinks for the main dining room. The menu offers an excellent surf-and-turf mix, catering to both adventurous diners and those seeking elevated casual classics like burgers and sandwiches. I opted for the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes, which were excellent. Seared beautifully on both sides to highlight the crispy breadcrumbs, they were packed with fresh, generous portions of crab. The serving size is incredibly filling; honestly, a single crab cake could easily make a meal. When I wasn't thrilled with my initial choice of coleslaw, the bar staff didn't skip a beat, swiftly swapping it out for a side of delicious whipped potatoes. I'm surprised Gulfstream wasn't on my radar sooner, but it is a superb spot with a great vibe and a friendly crowd. I learned it's part of a larger, highly regarded restaurant portfolio, and I will definitely be back to explore the rest of the menu. I suggest that you make a reservation or arrive before 5:00 PM to snag a prime seat at the bar! Enjoy.

    Tito Dirty martini
    Holly M.

    Booked one of our favorite spots in NPB for my husband's birthday dinner. We had a 6:30 reservation so popped in a little early to grab a drink at the bar. We ordered two dirty Tito dirty martini's from Talia and explained how we prefer them made. Talia understood and delivered the perfect martini's. Super friendly and very attentive. For dinner, our server was Sara who was very good. Very attentive and never left us waiting for service. We started with the grilled artichokes which are only available in season. We love the aioli dipping sauce. I ordered the Mustard Barbecue Beef Ribs with Cole slaw. These fall off the bone ribs are so delicious! I love the mustard sauce. The Cole slaw is made with mayo, just the way I like it so I really enjoyed my meal. $37 My husband ordered the Cedar Plank Roasted Salmon with broccoli and mashed potatoes. He said the salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavor was outstanding. $38 We also ordered a side of the French fries. Served hot and crispy. Yummy. $8 Just a note, Gulfstream has gone cashless. Gulfstream continues to be one of our favorite dining spots in the NPB area and has never disappointed us.

    Marilyn C.

    Make a reservation if you have 4 people or less. Otherwise you may have to wait to even about 3 hours. We were blessed to have gotten a same day reservation as someone must have cancelled. There are plenty of parking spots outside. I had ordered the trout dish with coleslaw as well as the heavenly biscuits. The portions of the trout were huge!! Flavor was delicious. The rest of the family ordered the short ribs and the Dover sole which was just as amazing as well. They do have policy in clothing and shoes on their website. We made sure we dressed up a bit. Ambiance was romantic.

    D K H.

    I visited Gulfstream in Newport Beach today, July 9, 2026, and chose to sit in the outdoor lounge area where drinks and small bites are served. I left at approximately 2:22 p.m. The atmosphere was great, but I was disappointed with the service. My server, Candy, checked on me only a couple of times during my visit. I understand that servers get busy, and I have no issue when another team member delivers food or drinks. However, after my drink arrived, I waited quite a while without anyone checking back in. Eventually, I had to go inside and ask the bartender for my check because no one had come by. When Candy saw me inside, she mentioned that she had been keeping an eye on me. I respectfully told her I was disappointed because I didn't feel attended to. I have worked in the restaurant industry myself, and my brother has been a General Manager for The Cheesecake Factory, so I understand how demanding restaurant service can be. This did not seem like a situation where the restaurant was overwhelmed, as it was not particularly busy during my visit. I want to be clear that my intention is not to get anyone in trouble. In fact, I still left Candy a good tip because I know firsthand how challenging serving can be. My hope is simply that Gulfstream reminds its staff to give the same level of attention to every guest, including those seated in the outdoor lounge area. Every customer should feel equally valued, regardless of where they are seated.

    Burger
    Rob C.

    One of our favs. Mustard beef ribs with wild rice. Also cheeseburger with fries. The crispy fish sandwich is also good, just not available on Sundays. Oysters good when in season. All are yummy and good flavor. Kitchen looks organized and seems to run like a well oiled machine. Waitstaff are friendly and helpful. Verdict - yes, do try this place and come back often! A well established resto that has a good ambiance and good crowd to boot!

    Mango salmon salad
    Jacob S.

    What isn't there to love about a Hillstone? The service is always top tier, and you can always expect to have an incredibly rich meal and delicious drink. On this visit, we stopped in for cocktails on the patio, but then decided to put our names down for a table to grab a meal. We split the mango salmon salad (incredibly fresh), and a couple of other sides. On past visits, I've been fortunate enough to have tried the clam chowder. All I can say is that you need to order it.

    dover sole
    Jenny L.

    We had a small girl's dinner here and from start to finish it was such a positive experience. Emily is that definitely that girl. She was such an excellent server, and we wished she could sit with us and join us for dinner and drinks. Great service + great food all around. We ordered the biscuits, clam chowder, ribs, dover sole, caesar salad, fries, coleslaw, and lime meringue pie. For drinks the paloma (not on the menu) is a great choice. Less sweet and refreshing. I think we could've done without the pie. But the rest of the food was very tasty, presentation was clean, and service was quick, not rushed, and all around it was such a treat. Interior was pretty and there was a dim lit vibe which is much appreciated.

    Lisa K.

    Another Hillstone restaurant in Newport Beach! So good as always. Tucked in the corner of the shopping plaza right off MacArthur and PCH in the same shopping plaza as Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar, I love that Gulfstream has two patios, one for dining and another just for drinks and light bites. There's also an indoor bar which seems to always be busy. My friend and I sat outside at the back patio with the fire pits which has a very limited food menu. If you want to dine outside just have the hostess seat you at the front patio which is for Al fresco dining. The ambiance was lovely and a great place for drinks and conversation. Enjoyed both the Trout Dip and Smoked Salmon which were both perfect. Also The Crush is my most favorite cocktail ever on a hot day. It's so refreshing. One thing worth noting is this is not a restaurant you want to visit after a visit to the beach in your flip flops, tank top and shorts. They have a dress code that they enforce to keep the ambiance of the place classy and I highly appreciated that. This is a great date night spot or a place to catch up with friends.

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    I would like to have a party of 6 for dinner?

    Gulfstream doesn’t take party of 6. I think their limit is 5

    Can 8 of us do happy hour there?

    Yes absolutely. They will accommodate you.

    Is it possible to come just for drinks and an appetizer or two?

    Yes. Bar area is open seating (you may still have to get on the waitlist.) and outside area back patio and fire place area serves drinks and appetizers

    Tres l ches?

    They do not seat parties larger than 5- yes it is a very annoying rule. Not even families with 4 kids + 2 parents are allowed.

    Do they still allow smoking of cigars on the patio outside?

    Yes, I've seen people with pets and smokers on the patio outside. Seems like more casual outside. Also, I've seen people with shorts and flip flop in the restaurant as well

    What is the dress code here?

    Typically business casual or nice shorts and polo shirt for men.

    Can you guys please bring back the jumbo lump crab cake entree? It was the most popular entree and having it on the salad is really not comparable.

    Yess!! I miss this dish so much!!

    Do they have Happy Hour?

    Unfortunately no.

    When will you guys bring back your best menu item: jumbo lump crab cakes?

    They actually do have them it's just served with a salad now.

    Why can you not reserve a patio table? Also, are your servers and staff vaccinated and wear masks?

    This is OC not LA we don't talk about peoples private health in the open.

    Do you still serve crab cakes?

    They only give you one and it's served with a salad

    Can we have a wedding reception for about 50 people on a Friday night in November?

    I would definitely call them right away and ask.

    I have some friends coming into town next week and we'd like to meet at Gulfstream for a drink/snack. Do we need a reservation or will we be able to grab an outdoor table at 5:15 pm?

    Even at 5:15pm this place is packed inside and out. I highly recommend a reservation.

    What's up with the cigars? Everything else about this place looks amazing but I don't really want to be near anyone breathing cigar smoke into my food :/

    The best of my knowledge there was an outdoor area in the past before Covid dedicated to people I wanted to have a cigar and a drink but the outside area while I was there is currently being utilized for additional space for diners only no smoking.

    Are reservations required for a party of 2 on a Saturday?

    Definitely, very popular place.

    I saw the dress code says no tank tops. Is this true for women's formal blouse tanks or is this targeted at casual tank tops only?

    Casual tank tops is what they are trying to prevent.

    Corkage fee? Found out the new policy is $15 a bottle

    Hi N.W. That is correct: we charge $15 per 750mL bottle.

    Is there a happy hour? If so, when is it?

    Yes, it’s from 4pm - 7pm.

    Is this a good place for a big group for birthday dinner? Im seeing mixed answers..

    Hi Margi, thanks for thinking of us. Our largest reservation is for 5 people, which is the size of our largest table.

    Is it wheelchair accessible?

    Yes, it is wheelchair accessible. However, the limited outdoor seating is high top, so you would need to eat inside.

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    $$$

    Best chicken sandwich ever. They should enter this into the chicken sandwich awards?…read more Best server we had at any restaurant in months. The founder was in the house and even stopped by our table to say hello. Great view of the harbor and Linda isle on a gorgeous summer day.

    When they took us to our table I admit I was upset. A horrible two seater sandwiched between two…read morecorner tables so you're being stared at the entire time. But then the vibe of the place takes over and I quickly stopped caring. One of the best restaurant musicians was playing. This guy nailed everything he played and was playing pretty much every genre and decade. The entire restaurant was having a great time. Place was packed for brunch but service was very good. I started with their French Onion Soup which was worth the price. One of the best I've had. Per the menu its French 75's recipe. Brunch was ok. Not the best or worst. I had the breakfast burrito and my wife had the omelette. Both good. Portions were large though so we just enjoyed the ambiance while ignoring the awkwardness of our neighboring tables. Cocktails were good. I saw a guy rocking out to the music on his 4th espresso martini so I ordered one of those. It'll give you both an alcohol and caffeine buzz. Can't imagine drinking 4! My wife's fruity cocktail was also good. We both enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be back. Just wish I could have scored a water view table!

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    Tavern Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes,Thyme Gravy, and Green Beans, So Good!
    Tavern Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes,Thyme Gravy, and Green Beans, So Good!
    Double cut Kurobuta Pork Chop with Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Cranberries and Honey-Balsamic Jus
    Double cut Kurobuta Pork Chop with Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Cranberries and Honey-Balsamic Jus
    Salads Restaurants Newport Beach, California | The Sonoma Salad! We hear our Caesar Salad in Newport Beach CA is the best too!

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    Salads Restaurants Newport Beach, California | The Sonoma Salad! We hear our Caesar Salad in Newport Beach CA is the best too!
    Harborside Restaurant

    Harborside Restaurant

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Cancel due to illness so unable to give proper response. I definitely will reschedule when I'm…read morefeeling better.

    Harborside restaurant is an old-school dining establishment right at the end of Newport Bay. It has…read moreits charms. The place has limited free paring for guests, but you can park at the nearby lots for a small fee. The place is well run and clean and provides excellent views of the harbor. Service was excellent, always attentive and friendly We came for lunch and they have a weekday happy hour menu until evening which was very convenient. Their happy hour menu is great for snacks and appetizers. Highly recommend the onion ring tower. Great app to share. The Tuna tacos were average and nothing special. Their menus offer a variety of offerings primarily around seafood (duh!), but they do offer non-seafood protein options as well for those not a fan of seafood. Drinks they have a full menu and bar so feel free to order what you like I opted for an old-fashioned which was delicious, not too weak, not too strong either. For food, I went with the swordfish. As someone who eats a lot of tuna and salmon at home, when I eat out, I tend to prefer white fish. Swordfish is perfect as it has a "steak-like" preparation and very filling. This one was cooked very well, the rice pilaf has a nice flavor to it and the veggies are cooked just right. Next time I'd ask for the fruit salsa on the side as it doesn't do much for the dish. Other popular dishes our party got was the seafood pasta and definitely check out their daily specials

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    Waterfront dining.
    Waterfront dining.
    Seared Diver Scallops
    Seared Diver Scallops
    Calamari Tempura

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    Rockin' Baja Lobster Coastal Cantina

    Rockin' Baja Lobster Coastal Cantina

    3.8
    (1.5k reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    I went here in san diego as a recommendation by this lady I was having a small conversation with…read moreand I am so thankful I listened to her. I went on a monday night and got the baja bucket which was the deal for the night ! The baja bucket contains. 4 lobster tails, 12 shrimp, 2 corn on the cobs, chicken, steam, rice and beans, tortilla, and a salad (or up charge soup) plus fried ice cream at the end. OMG! It was soooo good, the food is flash fried which worked perfectly for this meal. Everything was cooked perfectly, j clouding the lobster. I enjoyed every bite. I will say I split this with my boyfriend and there was sooo much food that by the time the ice cream came around it was hard to fully indulge in because I was so stuffed! Modal night the deal brings this meal to about 70/80 dollars. That is honestly so much food and hard to come by in 2026! I've been telling so many of my friends about the experience here. The servers were attentive and very knowledgeable. The place looks like a cute tiki dive bar but restaurant style. It' has a cute waterfall that we were able to sit next to. Also their cocktails are nice! Cannot wait to go back

    Service: 100/100 Drinks: 50/100…read moreFood: 20/100 Ordered the Golden Sombrero meal ($149 for two) and got the add-on chowder which was actually good. The lobster was good, shrimp pretty meh but the Alaskan King Crab ruined just about everything. Steak was ordered Medium but came out Done, chicken was basic, and corn was chewy and not fresh like it had been boiled, steamed, and then grilled. The margaritas we ordered were too sweet and about 16oz with only one shot in the drink ($18 each) not worth the price for juice and hardly any alcohol. Now, back to the ruinous Alaskan King Crap (not a typo). The crab was molting which means when you crack open the shell there's a leathery skin on the meat inside that's supposed to replace the outer shell when the crab is still growing, this extends to the spikier parts of the crab and if swallowed could cause issues and is dangerous to eat. My girlfriend and I tried to eat around it and see if it was just a few legs but it was the whole damned thing. Our wonderful server offered us a replacement of snow crab but our total bill was never adjusted so we paid for King Crab and never got it. I hear that this is par for the course for this place which is sad because this place used to be pretty legendary. Too bad, I don't recommend but left a star for our server who was awesome.

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    Rockin' Baja Lobster Coastal Cantina
    Rockin' Baja Lobster Coastal Cantina
    A trio of fish tacos, shrimp, lobster and cod. Blackened fish bowl is the other dish. Ask for the cilantro lime dressing too

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    A trio of fish tacos, shrimp, lobster and cod. Blackened fish bowl is the other dish. Ask for the cilantro lime dressing too

    Gulfstream - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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