Such a great place to eat! My girlfriend and I dined here over the last few days and we truly had a spectacular dinner. Service is sharp, and food came out in a timely manner and very hot. New silverware and napkins for every part of the night. We ordered fish and appetizers and the cocktails were brought to us on the patio while we waited by the fire for our table. Such a nice touch! The place was busy and the energy was high but didn't take away from the service. We enjoyed the Tres Leches Cake for dessert, and the trout and salmon for dinner. Outstanding experience and we can't wait to come back!! read more

Gulfstream - Tres Leches Cake - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Whenever I drive down to Newport Beach where my adorable grandsons reside, Gulfstream is the place I go to. Their food quality is as good as that at The Strand House in Manhattan Beach: Filet Mignon, beef ribs, oysters, salads, artichokes, and you name it. Ambience is good as well. You need to reserve a table about a week in advance, if you do not want to wait for about two hours. read more

We had a lovely lunch at Gulfstream for my friend's birthday. The server was enthusiastic and asked if we'd like to celebrate the birthday with a dessert"--only to find out it was a $6 scoop of ice cream plus $5 for hot fudge. I wish they'd been upfront that it wasn't complimentary. Overall the food was good and the service friendly, but that little surprise left a sour note on our celebration. read more

Gulfstream - Happy birthday surprise charge - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Very very nice place and very upscale. Excellent place for drinks and for the colossal prawns Enjoyed the service which was outstanding. The atmosphere of this restaurant is very inviting and if your on a date, you'll score big points for your choice in food and location Great experience and restaurant read more

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Gulfstream never disappoints. It's always busy so plan ahead and make reservations. The food is great. There's a good vibe in there. Friendly and efficient waitstaff. Try the heavenly biscuits. I really like the House Smoked Salmon. Great Martini's. It's a fun place. A little noisy sometimes. read more

Food and vibe is good so cozy and foods are really good . Also the service is good . In this restaurant you should try clam chowder . Everything is so delicious . read more

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Clam chowder food poisoning for 3 guests. We all went to urgent care 2 hrs after consuming. Ran through us pretty fast--diarrhea & vomiting, better the next day. We also had salads & artichokes--but chowder was likely culprit. It's a long time favorite, so disappointing. As a fisherman, I realize it's always a risk w shellfish. We also let the restaurant know. read more

We went to celebrate my sister's birthday. Diego and the other greeters at the front were very friendly. Unfortunately, our waitress Stacey wasn't particularly friendly and didn't appear often. She didn't get our appetizer out before our meal and didn't seem to be interested in making sure we had what we needed. My sister's meal also came out cold. A man (possibly Eric?) stopped by to apologize for not getting the appetizer out before the meal. He said he would take it off the bill, but left it on instead. If we had the time, we would have asked for a new bill, but just took it off of the tip as the service wasn't good. My sister wrote a message on the bill and we got a call from the manager (Eric) after leaving. I tried to return the call but couldn't get him on the line. The experience to us felt like we weren't wealthy enough to deserve good service. That always leaves a bad taste in my mouth. read more

I love this place. It's so good every time. Artichokes are perfect. The True Dover sole was 10/10. Service was great, waitress was very kind and knowledgeable. Sexy date night vibes. read more

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Incredible food. Our server was very kind and friendly. They had run out of jumbo shrimp, and the manager approached us asking for 20 minutes to prepare it, and they didn't charge us for the jumbo shrimp. Atmosphere was so classy and clean read more

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Had a phenomenal lunch experience here. They have a good selection for lunch, including a delicious chuck cut cheeseburger and ahi tuna burger. Diego was our server and did a wonderful job providing timely and friendly service. Only comment would be to increase the amount of the ahi tuna; it was too little of the tuna and overpowered by the crusting. Beautiful restaurant though and a great experience! read more

Outstanding dining experience on every level. The food, the staff, the ambiance are all first class. We were seated on the patio and immediately offered a beverage. Cameron (?), our waiter was really friendly nice. His service was efficient and non intrusive. I had the wedge that was served with a delicious thick blue cheese dressing and amazing homemade croutons. I tried the fried shrimp special that was delish. I believe he told me there were five shrimp per order and I received four. I've eaten at Gulfstream many times and it never disappoints. Can't wait to return! read more

Gulfstream - Fried shrimp special. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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There's a certain kind of place that thrives in Newport Beach--slick, polished, not effortlessly expensive. Gulfstream is one of them. Not trying too hard, not exactly phoning it in either. I've been here plenty of times, usually after work, perched at a high-top in the bar with a drink in hand, or at one of those coveted kitchen rail seats where you get to watch the controlled chaos unfold. The drinks? Above average, which in Newport is saying something. Nothing overly fussy, nothing that requires an MFA in mixology to appreciate. They won't light anything on fire or carve a single, hand-cut ice sphere, but they also won't disappoint. Solid execution, no pretense. The menu keeps it tight--no sprawling, ego-driven, 20-page disaster--but you've got options. If I'm ordering an entrée, it's the trout. No regrets. My wife swears by the salads. The food? Good, sometimes very good, but not the main event. That honor goes to the people-watching, which is Newport Beach at its absolute finest. Money, Botox, and real estate deals unfolding in real time. If you're in the market for a waterfront property--or just want to overhear someone closing on one--this is where you come. The tables are mostly set up for foursomes, and the outdoor patio, when buzzing, has that just-right energy. A place where deals are made, martinis are drained, and everyone is somebody--or at least pretending to be. read more

Food is amazing. The salmon app is Service was wonderful. Super friendly and attentive server and manager. Ambiance is part romatic and part trendy. Really pretty inside amd the outdoor patio is so nice when the weather is nice: read more

4* Biskets were okay - need more salt 5* Shrimp Cocktail - off the charts AMAZING 5* Cole Salw - off the charts AMAZING 5* Vegetable Salad off the charts AMAZING 3* Ribs were gamy and greasy and difficult to eat 5* Service 5* Customer Experince read more

The food here is pretty good and there servers are nice. We came here the day before we went to Disneyland for dinner and we all loved it. The restaurant is on a corner of a street and across the street is an ice cream place. They have an amazing view from outdoor seating. I am coming back. read more

Had a terrific lunch at Gulfstream in Newport today. Randi was our amazing server and was simply fantastic. We started with appetizers and a few drinks and totally enjoyed the positive vibe atmosphere. Randi checked in on us several times and was quite attentive, personable and professional. We then ordered our entrees. My wife had the cheeseburger and quinoa salad and I had the dover sole with coleslaw and sliced tomatoes. Both dishes were awesome. My wife also ordered biscuits and honey butter to go and took half of her grilled artichoke home as well. Highly recommended! A great place, quality food, people and ambiance. read more

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I love the energy at Gulfstream! We stopped in without a reservation and got a spot at the bar. The restaurant is beautiful, the staff is warm and the food was delicious! The Cubano sandwich was exquisite with perfectly balanced meat and dressing. The ahi salad was delicately flavored and delightful! Definitely a return is required. read more

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Excellent menu - excellently prepared food. Efficient service. KATA Quiet and peaceful ambiance.' Friendly and helpful reception. Now we spent $163 + $30 for lunch for 2. We ordered...(we share everything so only purchase one of each) Filet mignon - cooked as ordered Atlantic salmon - cooked excellently One wedge salad One French Fry One piece of pie. One cappuccino. Criticisms.... Only one steak on the menu Only one cooked fish on the menu...salmon was offered and sole only on certain days - not today Won't chop the salad....refused because they don't like the presentation This is a restaurant group that has "certain policies" and "give the customer what they want" is not one of them...in a dual between the chef and the customer, the chef wins and doesn't come out to face you he just sends out his or her plays via the server. What are your expectations when paying $200 for lunch for two? read more

I have eaten here many many times, tonight I was extremely disappointed my rotisserie chicken was undercooked I couldn't even eat it. Pink in the inside. read more

Had 3 waitresses at our table -- just two many not knowing what the others had previously done. The oysters -- ordered a dozen and they were TINY. Take an example from Water Grill where the oysters are great. read more

I called to make reservations for Father's Day for a party of 8, more than 1 week earlier. They said they can only take reservations for 4 but they'd try to put 2 tables together if we made 2 different reservations. We arrived 15 minutes early and let them know that we wanted to sit together but the hostess said she wouldn't be able to accommodate. I asked if the tables were close to each other and her reply was "no they're on opposite sides of the restaurant". We asked if she'd be able to arrange something outside since there were open tables there. She said if we waited an hour she be able to sit us outside but still not together. It's terrible how poor your service is. We were celebrating father's day for 2 and it was my dad's 80th bday. We had a cake and we drove an hour from LA to be there. Your location is great but you need to fix your attitude toward your guests and be more welcoming since the food you serve is barely average. read more

Delicious seafood starred tasty fresh oysters with 5 star service. Nice breeze outdoors seat ocean wind with corona delmar views indoors luxury nice and clean. easy to find parking in this plaza. Close to fashion Island plaza also. Highly recommended. read more

Gulfstream - Fresh oysters and jumbo shrimp so good must try! - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Everything done right. Great service, the hostess took our drink order so we wouldn't have to wait at all, one the best seafood restaurants in Newport can't recommend enough read more

Gulfstream - Crab Cakes 2/coleslaw - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Their biscuits are amazing. The salmon appetizer is a must. And the burger is good, I recommend splitting it but it's good. Service is good. Ambiance, nice we go there for lunch at times and sometimes dinner always a nice treat to go. read more

My daughter made reservation for september 6 7:15 pm We got there totaly deny having us for that time and date. Manager did not offer any other table or arrangment and got me my daughter in argument . For others make sure you ask for email or text confirmation otherwise you end up Going home Thank you Gulf stream read more

Biscuits were great as always. Caesar salad had some kind of mustard dressing that didn't resemble Caesar. Salad had one lone crouton. Quality was not up to par on the orders of the others at the table either. It was disappointing. read more

Truly disappointed that they took off the New Orleans barbecue shrimp from the menu. It was the best seller, not sure why they'd make a mistake like this! Please bring it back to the menu, the shrimp curry dish doesn't hit the same! read more

We were a party of seven celebrating a birthday. They informed us that they could not seat us together and instead put us at two tables next to each other. They do not have a children's menu and the only kid- friendly option was the hamburger which we were told is the only item they could modify and make plain. The food was good, but a bit pricey for what you get. Lastly, as we were leaving, leaving mind you, a manager came over and asked if our kids could be quiet. They were not loud in any way, if they had been I would have been the first to quiet them down. Oh yeah, and when we reminded the waitress of the birthday she let us know they don't do anything for birthdays there. read more

Food is solid and delicious all the way around. Professional and courteous staff. They're so nice and I love the way they treat us especially when I bring my 4 year old. The best fish sandwich ever and it is my daughter's favorite. They do not serve it on sundays. read more

I liked it when it first opened but i noticed the bartenders are very cheap and pretentious! They lack sophistication and class! Where are all the sophisticated bartenders? Not this place! I find it tacky, and who eats fried fish? and straight up cream cheese in a dip and you can literally taste it? The chef put in 0 effort to make its taste hide in the recipe or mix it well! Yikes read more

This place is located near the ocean with indoor and. Outdoor seating. This time around, we sat outside. On a beautiful sunny socal afternoon, nothing beats a Gulf Stream lunch outside w ocean breeze. They had grilled artichoke on menu. If you see it, order it. AMAZING! The dip with mustard seed, was out of this world. Our server made great recommendation for what to split. We ended up ordering ahi sandwich which was a great compliment to 2 margarita we had. The service was timely and always met our need. Thank you Gulfstream for a great total package. read more

Gulfstream - Probably the best margarita in OC! - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Today my girlfriends and I had the barbecue shrimp (from the dinner menu) with six delicious shrimp swimming in a flavorful sauce that begged you to slather every bit of it on the bread that accompanied it. Our server, Deva, was so accommodating and pleasant, which made the experience a perfect day to meet with old friends. The salads are fresh and shareable and the crabcakes are surprisingly very good. (I'm from Maryland so that's a compliment). Go early and make reservations because this place is justifiably popular. read more

Place looks nice, but don't walk up and tell them you have a party of 6 They won't even take two party's of 3 once they know you're together.. HORRIBLE service coming from a nicer establishment read more

We got to Gulfstream Restaurant a little bit early on Saturday night just to check out the ambience in the vibe. It was so nice and everyone was so friendly. We had an extra 15 minutes to grab a cocktail. We walked around a little bit, but nestled at the bar for 15 minutes as our table was not quite ready . We had a beautiful table right by the window to the outdoor patio . I am going to tell you that everything that we enjoyed the food was delicious the Aji grilled tuna salad with tomatoes and avocados was so fresh and so delicious just a delight to eat . Of course, we had the Washington oysters that were outstanding and so fresh ... we decided to have the grilled salmon and sweet bell peppers, very fresh, very filling, and so yummy... we brought our own bottle of wine, which was one of our favorite Chardonnays( $15 corkage fee, not bad) thank you golf stream... we decided to have the Tres Leche cake as a little treat for dessert. Unfortunately, the cake was either undercooked, or it was saturated with too much of the Leche, which was tasty. However, it made it very mushy. The flavor was there the consistency was off . Nice bananas blackberries, blueberries caramel. This is a dog friendly property. Plenty of parking they do have valet, but we were lucky and were able to park on our own and walk around. They had to outdoor patios, and a rather large indoor restaurant . The bar is wonderful to sit at.. read more

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Ordered the crab cakes and my sister got the ruby trout. Both were outstanding and the service was impeccable. Second time here, will continue coming! read more

Gulfstream - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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First and foremost the front of the house was spot on, the receptionist was encouraging and helpful. We arrived at 3:30pm on Monday and the bar was sold out. We waited for a short time and got a seat at the bar, well worth the 10 minute wait. Greeted and served by an amazingly talented female bartender named Tiffany. The service, food and atmosphere were outstanding. We will definitely be returning. Thank you Tiffany for making our day! read more

What's not to like the place is unbelievable ! Food quality is absolutely wonderful. More expensive than Houstons but worth every penny for a nice evening. Great cocktails incredible service I can't see anything negative about Goldstream and you buy the rolls. You won't be disappointed. They also have Fonté Coffee! read more

Today was probably my 50th visit. Typically a solid nice meal and always a reliably nice ambience. Made Reservation for lunch (which hasn't been as necessary since Joey opened and taking ton of their business) and they were 10-15 mins late to seat us. Set tone that it is not the same Service. Empty drinks, dirty table. But I write the review for my people that care about value.... $55 for the Dover sole and had to eat again within an hour. Price wasn't on menu guess I should have asked. Happy to pay if it's a real meal. So stingy. Suggested this was a crazy price for such small portion. No one cares. Maybe not best place to come in general if you're a grown man under 60 and hungry and don't want to order multiple items. I will look to go elsewhere in 2025, and maybe venture outside of the nice but sterile Houston's chains in this area. read more

Excellent lunch experience! The burger was phenomenal (as always with all Hillstone restaurants), the coffee was fresh and delicious, and service was excellent! So good that I made a reservation to go back in couple of days! read more

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