Our waitress, May, was absolutely incredible. Her attention to detail was unmatched and my entire family was so impressed with all the small things she did to make our evening better. Not to mention, the food was great too! read more

Another amazing visit to Nicks! Not only was the service friendly and attentive, the team also noticed I couldn't start my car, and Alex jumped it while on a much deserved break. A big shoutout to him for both the car battery and menu recommendations alike! I'll be back again! read more

We've been to this Nick's many times. Our favorite Nick's is South of Nick's in Laguna. But for local lunches love this location. Parking is not easy unless you wish to valet. But today we were surprised. We usually enjoy the SEA BASS and the wedge salad. Today we had the wedge salad and it was outstanding as always. And of course the always excellent service and today we enjoyed Vincent's attention - he's been with Nick's for almost two years at various locations but his experience and expertise made this a very enjoyable visit. Today we tried the steak for a change. A NY Strip grilled medium-rare and cooked perfectly. But the steak was not up to Nick's typical standards of excellence. We stopped halfway through the meal and told Vincent about our complaint. A medium-rare steak should be juicy and this one was dry and tasted "new" not aged. It has no flavor and I'm pretty sure that comes with aging. We were pleasantly surprised to receive a gift card the next day that comped our lunch - a very pleasant surprise. read more

3.5 stars Had the cioppino and the broth was very good. The fish inside was mediocre. The mussels were very fishy, the shrimp was enjoyable but not much flavor and the fish was good. I also thought the clams inside were tasty the bread served on the side was very hard. The wine was mediocre. Great atmosphere but would not return with so many other great restaurants in the area. read more

i got the bistro plate at nicks! it looks small but its quite filling. i like the petit filet mignon and i loved my chicken tortilla soup! i usually get the french dip or a salad here so this was new for me. service was great here. the waitress was super sweet & friendly!! ambiance is quiet and pretty peaceful. we went on a monday so it wasnt very busy read more

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This is the old Gracia's Madre, which I wasn't that impressed with so I'm glad Nick's is in this location now. It's near my favorite ice cream place so it's definitely a destination for me to drive here and eat. I wanted to try the much raved about spicy tuna on crispy rice. It was pretty good considering this isn't a Japanese restaurant. read more

Came here for a date night, the place is pretty busy so make sure to get your reservations in days in advance! The parking lot looks small but there is plenty of parking out back as well. I didn't see a valet service for this past Saturday evening so I am unsure if they offer it. It gets pretty loud inside so be prepared to speak up if you're trying to get a decent convo in. Plenty of bar seating as well as outdoor. We decided to sit inside since it was a pretty warm day out. It did get a bit cozy inside as well. Our server was Jared and he did a great job. It was so busy but he somehow always made sure our waters were topped off and we had everything we needed. The asparagus fries are a must try, thick and crunchy, the ranch pairs so well with them too. The buttermilk biscuit plate offers a decent amount of food with two slices of chicken that are so juicy with every bite. The gravy was surprisingly well seasoned too. Thank you for the great service and dinner! read more

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We were greeted promptly and immediately felt welcomed. Nick's has a warm, inviting ambiance that makes for a great dining experience. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious, and the cocktails were excellent too! We can't wait to go back. Reservations are highly recommended! read more

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This became our third Nick's Store and I gotta say, it's probably my favorite! Our Patio table was perfect during our sunny Wednesday afternoon visit and the bar area looks really nice. Inside, some of the seating in the back looks a little dark, but it's probably comfortable. We visit Nick's on Lake in Pasadena and they have flatbread that we don't see at Nick's on 2nd in Long Beach. This Newport Beach location has Sushi Rolls, so we tried a couple and they were delicious. Great shared item for 2-4 people, and maybe even a meal for some. They had a Corn Chowder that was absolutely delicious! We also had the Deviled Eggs and were split... I loved them but my wife was not at all happy because they were mustard forward. So I got 3 of the 4! Service, from Bria, was exceptional. She was super lovely to acknowledge my birthday and I had a super tasty chocolate cake. It was rich, moist! I probably shouldn't have finished it, but it was TOO good! 100% recommend this location and will try to return when we are in the area. read more

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Ordered for pickup on a weekend evening, was quoted a 45 minute wait but it only took 25 minutes to complete my order! I chose the prime rib dip sandwich with fries, and split the spicy rigatoni and warm butter cake with a friend. The spicy rigatoni could've been saucier, but it also could've dried out on the drive home. It had great heat and flavor and I appreciated that the sauce wasn't too thin. The prime rib dip with the au jus was an absolute STAR, super thin slices of juicy meat, buttery bun, and savory au jus on the side (not watery at ALL). Crispy fries were a great accompaniment, didn't even need ketchup. Lastly, the warm butter cake was really tasty! I enjoyed the berry sauce and the buttery crumb of the cake. Mastro's is still king, but Nick's is a more than satisfactory runner up. Overall, would definitely come back to try out the rest of the menu. read more

So fortunate to have Nicks close to home , with fresh and traditional cocktails along with my fav tuna crispy rice appetizer! read more

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For its location, you'd never even know it was right on the street. It feels like a little hidden oasis, with a modern, elegant atmosphere, great outdoor seating, and the crispest martinis. read more

Came here last night and had a phenomenal time. The service was great, the host was kind and asked us about our days. Our waitress checked on us consistently and made sure we were happy and never needed refills. I wish I had gotten her name because she was great! Everyone there was kind and helpful! The food was amazing. The Chilean Sea Bass here is my favorite!! I dream of their whipped potatoes. Also, by far the best place to get butter cake. It was soooo good. The espresso martini was the perfect amount of sweetness that I had to have two. Overall the food was spectacular and always is! This location is so cute and has a nice beachy vibe. We will definitely be back!!! read more

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Great spot! Loved my martini and spicy rigatoni with chicken. It's on the pricey side but the ambiance is fun and the whole menu looked great! Would definitely come back! read more

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NICK's What an Orange County staple. I had been requesting a location closer to me for yearssss. It's about time we got one in the Newport beach / Irvine / costa Mexico zone. Ain't nobody got time to go to Laguna, San Clemente. Or manhattan beach. This happens to also be my favorite location because the overall vibe, aesthetic / space but especially because of the service and hospitality provided here. Cheers. Oh yea and the whole menu is good. Not one bad item. read more

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I've been to this location a couple of times and enjoyed my dining experiences. The food is good and the offer a Mai Tai with lilloqoi foam similar to Monkeypod and Merriman's in Hawaii. The ambience and nice and the staff is welcoming. read more

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My 4.5 yr old son and I enjoy going out to dinner but I'm occasionally stuck with where we can go that isn't a place we eat all the time. I called up Nick's to find out if they had anything for kids and they have an unpublished kids' menu. The choices we were offered for the kids menu included: grilled chicken, chicken fingers, salmon, mini ribs, mini steak, buttered noodles and a grilled cheese sandwich. All options included carrots and French fries. In addition to the kids meal, my son and I shared the asparagus fries. He loved them. I loved them. They were very tasty with the buttermilk ranch. I also ordered the Chilean sea bass which came with a salty spinach salad with almond slivers, mashed potatoes and a little bit of burre blanc sauce, although it was thin and could use more. Overall, it was a tasty meal and service was good. I taught the hosts why you don't seat a 4 yr old in a high table (fall risk) so we were seated immediately at a normal table. We'll likely come back next time we need a change from our usual rotation of restaurants. read more

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What else is there to do on a sunny afternoon in Newport Beach!? An impromptu lunch with my girl of course! Service by Larissa was excellent and she provided great recommendations. We decided to order the shrimp taquitos, spicy tuna with rice, bistro salad with salmon and their delicious cucumber collins which actually isn't on the menu anymore but the bar can still make it. Everything was exceptional aside from parking but this is definitely a solid place for fresh food and great ambience. read more

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The food was absolutely delicious! I got a special of a 4oz filet, tomato bisque soup & a small kale salad. Estefani was the best server ever!! Will request her next time. The vibe was fun. read more

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Service was amazing and the food was delicious!! Went here dinner with my friend and the vibe was so good, not too loud

Great variety across the entire meal. We started with the zucchini fries, regular fries, and spicy tuna crispy rice. The fries were perfectly crisp and the crispy rice had a great mix of textures. For mains, we ordered the ribeye melt, spicy rigatoni, and the bistro plate that came w filet mignon and tomato bisque. Each dish was unique and well done, which made sharing fun. The patio atmosphere is really cute and the service was friendly and attentive. Overall, a solid spot that I would definitely return to. read more

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We thoroughly enjoyed our experience at Nick's last week. We started with Stephanie who was covering for a server on break. Then our server came and introduced herself. I can't remember her name but it started with a C I think. They were both great servers and gave amazing recommendations! All the food was delicious, but you HAVE to try their French Onion Soup. The vibe was very good too. Busy enough to have all tables occupied, but not too packed to where you can't walk in and have to reserve in advance. We came late on a Saturday though. We live closer to Pasadena and will have to check out that location next. But if we're ever in Newport again, we'll be back! read more

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Amazing vibes, food, and service! They have valet parking, but if you're lucky you can find parking in the small lot, or street parking behind the restaurant. French Dip 10/10. Super tender and juicy, and the au jus is chefs kiss. The french fries were a little undercooked but I've been to the Pasadena location and it was not. Must have been an off day but all good. Bread 10/10. Not on the menu but this is what they had when we asked for bread and butter. It was amazing! the inside of the bread is pre-soaked in garlic butter. Bistro Plate 8/10. I love small portions with variety in general so this was perfect. The filet was just ok, but the salad was amazing. The soup of the day was creamy french onion, it was good but it might be an acquired taste that I haven't acquired. I didn't love it as much as I would have liked tomato soup. Overall great experience. We'll likely re-order the french dip, bread, and a full salad in the future! read more

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Mahi sandwich with salad 10/10, ribeye melt 10/10. Service 10/10. So good. I would love to come back soon! read more

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Solid, as you would expect from Nick''s. Excellent service, beautiful people (except for me!), fantastic food. Brutal parking - they don't validate valet - get there early or look for street parking not too far away. Or pay the valet fee. Huge covered patio. I got the blackened fish sandwich. Really delicious. But way too messy with the coleslaw. I ended up eating it with a fork and knife. My colleague had the chicken sandwich which looked excellent. See photos. read more

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Nick's is a wonderful addition to Newport Beach. The location is wonderful.. Perfectly balanced of indoor outdoor space, typical Nick fashioned, classy and spacious The food is delicious I love the kale California salad with grilled chicken. We also enjoyed the bistro platter with filet mignon in French onion soup, which was so delicious. Parking is valet or they do have some parking available in the back. Dog friendly, wonderful service. read more

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This has always been an excellent restaurant to eat at and love it's here in Newport Beach must closer to where we live. The food is consistently excellent and our service was great. Visited for cocktails and appetizers. Love love the shrimp taquitos. The shrimp is fresh and side green salsa gives them just a little cilantro spicy kick! These are a must try every visit. The asparagus fries with the grilled artichoke paired perfectly with my dirty martini! read more

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My wife and was with a party of 7. The service, food , ambulance was very good. I had the Chipotle Meatloaf for my entree. It was so delicious I want again for dinner tonight. read more

My daughters took me Nick's for my birthday dinner a few nights ago. I really enjoyed the new location at Newport Beach...we sat at the patio. Their staff was super friendly and greeted us the second d we walked in and took us to our table becasue we had reservations otherwise we would have to wait because they are usually busy. It's a beautiful place, great food and our server was amazing... shout out to James. Definitely will go back again.. read more

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We had a girls night here - we don't get together often but when we do we try to pick out fun places. Nick's was absolutely amazing. The drinks were wonderful. It's a lively atmosphere, but still quiet enough to talk. We got the Coco Rita, Hugo Spritz and an Old Fashioned. For dinner crispy rice with spicy tuna appetizers (a must) and the prime dip and salmon (perfectly cooked) and a salad. Everything was delicious. A shared butter cake for dessert (another must). The unexpected highlight about our evening was our server Kirby - she was the best waitress we've ever had (not exaggerating). She was personal and funny and kept us laughing the whole night. She was just what our mom's night needed. Thanks Kirby. Wish you could have sat down and joined us. Nick's - she is a gem of a human being and makes your restaurant shine. read more

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dinner was excellent last night, salad was fresh and. light dressing, chicken piccata was really cooked to perfection and the ribs were as good as I have ever had. It was noisy but loved the design and layout of the main room. Our waiter couldn't have been nicer, limited wine list but reasonable corkage fee. A great example of what a special rest. can be at a reasonable price. Parking in Newport location can be a problem but at 7 pm on a Saturday was easy. Great place for dinner, also might want to skip dessert, the Ice Cream store near by is fabulous. Olea and Nicks in the same parking lot oh my!! read more

They overcooked my steak twice lol. From medium to well done. So maybe don't order the steak. But, they're superrr nice about it. The vibes are nice too. Large outdoor seating area perfect for the SoCal weather. It's significantly better than their Del Mar location. All the other food is really good. Would recommend as a nice date night spot. read more

I have an avocado allergy. I ordered the crispy rice with ahi, and it arrived with avocado, but it was not listed as an ingredient on the menu. The chef refused to make it without the avocado. If you're going to refuse to make a dish without an ingredient, then at least list it on the menu. We left. read more

Fantastic food, great atmosphere, and very reasonable prices. I had a wonderful experience and will absolutely be visiting again soon. Thank you! read more

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Nick's is a great spot for date night! The ambiance and atmosphere is superb. Located in the same plaza as Kit coffee, Juliette's cafe and salt & straw, so there's plenty of parking. Service is excellent! We started with a round of drinks and the manager brought over asparagus fries which were delicious 10/10! For food my husband ordered the fried chicken which came highly recommended and he was not disappointed. It comes with mashed potatoes and biscuits, a true comfort meal. I order Seabass at almost any restaurant if they have it and the Seabass at Nick's was amazing! It was buttery and cooked to perfection. Comes with mashed potatoes and cooked spinach. We ended the night with espresso martinis and ice cream sundae, both delicious! We'd love to come back for lunch. read more

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Took this order to go. Wasn't bad, disappointed I wasn't given the complimentary sourdough bread. Didn't get the recent service. Ambiance is definitely fancy and will break your pockets. All in all it's worth it. Asparagus Fries were definitely a hit. I was surprised how good it was and the ranch was amazing. I would strongly recommend those. 5/5. The spicy rigatoni is definitely good. Wish it had more parm cheese and had meat, but overall I would get it again. It wasn't that spicy like I anticipated it to be. 4.9/5 Chicken picatta was very flavorful and the lemon made it taste better. 4.3/5 The prime rib melt is to die for. I'm not a fan of dipping my sandwich and stuff, but holy moly this was the star. The meat melts in your mouth and the bread is hot, soft, and slight crunch to it. This definitely made everything good. 5/5. The dessert was by far one of the best cakes I ever had. Not too sweet and not bland and the crunch to it was amazing. Solid 5/5. read more

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My wife and I really loved this restaurant. Beautiful restaurant with dark woods and moody lighting. Acoustics were loud in the bar area but not too bad in the surrounding dining room. There's also a large covered patio. There's a lot of things in this plaza so parking is random luck but they have valet if you can't find a spot. Mai Tai here is a unique twist with a frothy foam on top infused with Li Hing Mui powder. I really enjoyed their take on it and liked the artistry of the paper thin pineapple slice. My wife and I both got the $28 combo plate that included a petite filet mignon, soup of the day, and salad. Was the perfect portion and was a great deal given the quality. Absolutely loved their version of French Onion Soup. Was thick like a bisque with concentrated caramelized onion flavor. Truly delicious! Filet was cooked to perfection with a great seasoning rub. Even the salad was tasty. Excellent service too! I really enjoyed this restaurant and can't wait to explore more menu items! read more

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Got there 10 mins before resy and got a drink at the bar (decent marg) . Our host came to get us from the furthest point away from the host stand to seat us and then took us back to the front hostess stand to grab menus then seat us. (Just odd to walk us through the entire restaurant only to turn us around to walk through again). Our server, although very professional, had this sing songy way of saying everything that was truly annoying. She also said, and how will "WE" be wanting our x cooked, or would "we" want water, are "we" finished with this drink, would "we" want another plate, how is "our"food. About 100 we's and our's when she wasn't eating any of it. You get me? "We" ordered the rib eye sandwich. The meat was ok but the sandwich was small and completely overcooked/dry. Like "we" didn't enjoy it at all. The Caesar salad was completely bland and tasteless. Basically lettuce with some Parmesan shave. The people who brought wine by were good. The atmosphere was nice but epic fail otherwise. read more

Delicious steak with the blue cheese...makes my mouth watery just thinking it. Highly recommended. read more

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Amazing customer service always like it's the first time we're there always great smiles. Food is amazing. Five stars on everything. they're always happy to see us remembering our names bathrooms are clean and spotless. Definitely recommend you will not be disappointed. Well done. read more