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    SET Steak & Sushi

    4.0 (934 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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    Everything hash browns
    Marissa N.

    Best brunch spot in OC! The live DJ and party vibes make this such a fun place to go with your girls. And no lie--the French dip was the best I've ever had! The bread was SO soft, the meat was moist, and the flavor was amazing. Everything else we tried was delicious too: the tuna pizza, everything salmon hash browns, and the burger were all . And don't even get me started on the drinks! So unique, creative, and delicious. Definitely a must-try spot--come hungry and ready to have a good time!

    King salmon flight, comes with 3 I added 1 extra for $7
    Sandyna S.

    Love love love this place, it was everything I imagined. Book a reservation for weekend brunch with live dj on a Saturday and the vibes are amazing! Restaurant located inside the beautiful Pendry hotel, enter the lobby take a right and walk straight ahead. Valet parking and garage available. The restaurant is beautiful, whether you go for brunch or dinner. Cute outdoor dining area, I'm originally from Seattle so it's the SoCal vibes I really love. Definitely became one of my top favorite spots. Our server Ariana was so sweet, super attentive and provided great service. All the food I ordered was amazing. The nigiri flight comes with 3, you can add additional pieces for $7. My favorite dish was the SET Benedict and everything hash brown. Next trip back will be for the dinner menu.

    Brunch
    Kris S.

    Came here for brunch after seeing the hype online about it. Our service was a normal speed, and it took us a little while to get seated even though we had a reservation. The food was good, but I don't think it was anything to rave about. Considering they don't have any unique/special things on the brunch menu at least, you could get the same food anywhere else for cheaper. I think the ambiance is why people come, it's nice inside. Maybe I'll come for dinner and give another review, but objectively it was just ok.

    Steak Fried Rice and Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka
    Bubu N.

    Honestly everything at the table was well presented and good. I really liked the bluefin tuna pizza, it was very fresh and the dough is flakey. Don't think you can go wrong with anything here, plus the ambiance is so pretty sitting outside. Service was IMPECCABLE. Sid made our night very enjoyable and kept going the extra mile to make sure we were well taken care of! I genuinely think it's the small things that make a server so great, such as remembering our orders or small updates etc. I had an amazing time celebrating my birthday here :)

    Mac & Cheese Sticks, Surf and Turf, Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka
    Raquel L.

    Such a wonderful experience here! From the staff to the food, everything about this restaurant is so elegant and worth coming to. My partner and I came for our anniversary, we shared the Mac & Cheese Sticks, Surf and Turf, and Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka. Everything was so flavorful! I had originally wanted to sit outside on the patio but they were full, so we were sat inside by the window. (A very nice alternative). The ambience here is so beautiful. As the night went on the lights got a little dimmer, perfectly setting the tone for a night out. The staff was constantly working hard, and still checking up on everyone/refilling water. You can tell they really care about making everyone have a good experience! Our server was very kind and she made sure to check on us multiple times, even on such a busy Friday night! We definitely will be back... ;)

    French Toast Sticks
    Rihana A.

    Here's a polished version of your review: Set was a wonderful dining experience. We first visited for Father's Day brunch and enjoyed it so much that we came back for breakfast. The service was consistently excellent. The staff checked on us frequently and worked together as a team to make sure everyone was taken care of. The French toast sticks, served with three different dipping sauces, were absolutely delicious. During brunch, I was only in the mood for vegetables, so I asked our server if the chef could prepare something that wasn't on the menu. They happily accommodated my request and made me a plate of asparagus for $14, which I really appreciated. When we returned for breakfast, I wanted the avocado toast with a few substitutions. Once again, our server was happy to accommodate my request without any issues. The food was delicious, and the willingness of the staff and kitchen to customize dishes made the experience even better. I would definitely return. The ambiance was lovely. The room was very bright with natural light from the windows that open up to the patio area.

    Lamb Lollipops $33
    Kris B.

    We were celebrating our niece's birthday and I mine too. :) This place is not cheap but our niece really wanted to go here. Bill came to $630 for 6 people and alcohol was only $24 of it since we are not drinkers. (anymore) What a decadent feast! Lamp Lollipops $33, Bluefin Tuna Pizza $25, Chilean Sea Bass $56, 12 oz Prime Flat Iron Steak $58, Fries $13, Brussels Sprouts $13. Then a bunch of sushi flights and rolls: Surf & Turf Roll $34, Protein Punch Roll $31, Hot Night Roll $28, Bluefin Tuna Flight $21, PNB Roll $28, Cabo Kanpachi Flight $19. And because we were celebrating birthdays we not only got the free birthday desert(s) but also the Calamansi Pie $18 and Chocolate Pudding Cake $18. The tables next to us on the patio were filled with the visiting Philadelphia hockey team playing the Ducks. My niece was pretty excited about that. That's a pretty good per diem for meals! Service from Marlon was excellent throughout which you would expect at a high end joint like this. We had a lovely time but this is a special event only kind of place.

    warm chocolate pudding cake
    Shiny C.

    A great place to celebrate a special event! Located in the Pendry Hotel in Newport Beach, so you can either pay $15 valet or park at Fashion Island and walk over. Our server Jeffrey was super sweet and offered to take photos of us! He was super attentive and checked on us frequently. I got a strawberry lemon drop to start off and it was so sweet and delicious, perfect for someone who likes sweeter, fruity drinks. For food, we got the bluefin tuna pizza, surf & turf roll, chef's perfect set (classic steak), and the blue crab pasta. The courses were spaced out so we got the first two dishes and then the last two after we were done with those. The bluefin tuna blew my mind!! The truffle was so fragrant and complemented the fish well, and the texture was perfectly crispy. The surf & turf roll was delicious and a great start. The steak set came with the 3 classics: filet, flat iron, and New York; as well as 3 sauce accompaniments: chimichurri, bbq, and bearnaise. The steak was cooked perfectly and my favorite sauce was the bearnaise. The blue crab pasta did come a with a little too much lemon, but the chunks of crab in it were HUGE and super generous. Our dessert was the warm chocolate pudding cake which was super decadent and rich! Since we were celebrating a birthday, it came with a sparkler which was super fun and cute. Definitely a meal worth splurging on for a special occasion!

    blue crab pasta
    Daphne L.

    This place is amazing for date night ! Our server was amazing and the food was delicious. I would definitely recommend the baked potato, steak fried rice, and blue crab pasta. Although the Wagyu steak was good, I would not say it was the most worth your money, same goes for the ceaser salad, it could've used more dressing! Overall a great place to go for a nice night out!

    Dessert menu June 2026
    Anh D.

    This restaurant is inside of the Pendry Hotel; enter and it's to your right. Valet is the only option for cars; $15 when you let them know you dined at the restaurant. This restaurant is pretty and quite big; good for parties and bigger groups. Although the restaurant has an indoor section, I do believe they open the patio doors at all times so there can will definitely be a bit of a breeze. It was kind of annoying to be swatting away bugs during the meal; it wasn't excessive but definitely more than 2 times. Staff was very helpful and would be quick, whether to clear our plates, ask for another drink, or set up for the next course. Food was delicious and flavorful. Best dish: Blue crab pasta (Absolutely to die for; LOVED the giant chunks of crab. Do yourself a favor and get it.) Lamb lollipops, steak fried rice, and Brussels sprouts were all fabulous as well (definitely mix the Brussels sprouts because the top is lemon-heavy!).

    Patio seating
    Michelle T.

    We had such an incredible night at SET! Parking: they validate valet parking and it comes out to $15, otherwise you can self park (don't think they validate), or park at Fashion Island and walk Food: - Tomahawk was a must try. Perfectly cooked at medium and the server even brought a hot stone to cook a few pieces to well done for a pregnant member of my group. - Jalapeño mac and cheese sticks were ok - Brussel sprouts were amazing - Caesar salad was amazing. Love the snowy cheese on top. - Hot night roll was another must try. - Steak fried rice was really good. It comes in a stone bowl that keeps it hot and makes the rice kinda crispy - Rigatoni alla vodka was too sweet Service: Ok here is where I messed up and didn't get the server's name but he made the night so enjoyable. He was so attentive and made sure we were comfortable. He went thru the menu in detail with the pregnant member of my group to make sure what she ordered was ok for her to eat. He was the highlight of the night!

    Katie T.

    Was treated out here by my partner to celebrate getting through a huge audit at my job and it was a lovely experience. To begin, the restaurant's patio is absolutely stunning. We came here for dinner and it was so romantic with dim lights and string lights all throughout the trees. Service is top notch here; our waiter was extremely attentive and personable. The food left a little more to be desired. It was above average but nothing amazing or memorable. You definitely are there more for the ambiance. I would still come back here though to celebrate special occasions. It seems like everyone got a complimentary dessert to celebrate whatever the occasions was (with a huge sparkler candle might I add) so that was very nice of the restaurant to provide that. I've heard good things about their brunch menu and would want to come back and try that sometime.

    Wagyu
    Crystal C.

    Came here twice now, once for my bridal shower and another time for dinner and their $6 martinis. The ambiance is honestly 10/10 both during the day and at night. It's definitely one of those places that looks beautiful for celebrations, photos, and drinks. My bridal shower experience was actually much better than my dinner experience. The waitress during the shower was attentive and accommodating, and they were really flexible with my bridal party coming early to decorate which I appreciated a lot. Dinner service unfortunately was a different story. We had to ask multiple times before the heater lamps were finally turned on, and our waiter seemed pretty impatient with our table the whole night. We knew they had a $6 martini menu, but they didn't give it to us until we asked, and then only brought one menu for a table of 8 people. The drinks were actually really good and definitely one of the highlights of the night. Food was just okay for me. We ordered the Wagyu on the rocks, crab pasta, and truffle fries. The Wagyu honestly tasted like regular beef, the crab pasta was super bland and tasted like butter noodles with crab, and the truffle fries were decent but nothing memorable. One thing I'm also personally not a fan of is the automatic 22% gratuity. I'd rather be able to decide my own tip based on the service experience. Overall, I'd probably come back for the ambiance and drinks, but food and service seem to be hit or miss depending on the visit.

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    Ask the Community - SET Steak & Sushi

    Do you have espresso martini/aperol spritz towers? I don't see any pictures online but it's mentioned on the website.

    Yes, we have both Aperol spritz towers and espresso martini towers. You can order them with either 4 glasses or 8 glasses per tower.

    I am hosting a brunch for 15 women and would like to inquire if there is a set menu available for this group size.?

    Hello Karla. Yes there is. Please email me at michael.hernandez@pendry.com

    How can i get ahold of someone for a large party reservation? i've emailed and called and have not received a response for over a week now

    Please email me and I will assist. Michael.hernandez@pendry.com

    Am I able to bring a small cake?

    Yes, you are more than welcome to bring your own cake! There is a cake cutting fee of $8/slice.

    Kids okay for brunch time?

    Kids are welcome anytime! For brunch, keep in mind there is a live DJ so the music is slightly louder during that time.

    Do you have halal meat options?

    We do have Halal options. As our menu is updated ever so often, it is best to ask your server to check with the chef during your visit so they can give you the most up to date answer on which cuts are Halal.

    What is the dress code for brunch?

    It's a nice place, so a little dressed up wouldn't hurt.

    Can I bring my own wine? How much is corkage fee?

    Yes, you can bring your own wine. Our corkage fee is $50 and we have a 3 bottle maximum.

    Do they take walk ins on Mother's Day?

    Your best bet is to always make a reservation.

    Do they allow small dog (or any dog at all) at the patio?

    No dogs

    Is it better to be seated inside or the patio for first anniversary celebration?

    The patio is nice if it's not too cold.

    Is it kid friendly?

    Yes it's kid friendly

    Do they accept walk in dining or reservation only?

    They accept walk-ins, but it gets really busy. Reservations are your best bet.

    Do they serve halal meat?

    Not that I know of

    Do they allow ADA service animal?

    Is it kid friendly? we're having a surprise birthday lunch for my husband but we have our toddler as well coming with us.

    It's primarily an adult upscale location. I don't see it as family friendly (toddler friendly) establishment.

    Are hats allowed?

    Yes... Being in OC, Mickey Mouse ear hats are encouraged.

    I know this restaurant is inside a hotel. Is it really valet parking only for $15/hour?

    You can also park across the street for free at Fashion Island shopping center (off Newport Center Drive on the Bloomingdale's and Neiman's side). It would be a short block of walking since the hotel entrance is on the opposite side.

    Is there a corkage fee for bringing a wine bottle ? How much is the fee? Are kids allowed?

    Yes. $50. Kids are allowed.

    Are reservations respected?

    Yes, but can come in as a walk in as well. There's a bar that has open seating that you can hangout at, while waiting for a table

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    Ocean 48

    Ocean 48

    4.4(765 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Luxury

    Came here for a celebration and felt so taken care of! Ocean 48 strives for an elevated fine dining…read moreexperience, and they definitely execute it well. First of all, parking. They do have valet available if you drive right up to the front. There's also plenty of public parking nearby if you don't want to valet. Upon entering, you're greeted with a glass display of all their seafood on ice. They also have an open kitchen so you can see all the hard work going on behind the glass. Truly a spectacular sight! We weren't seated in the area with the pool, but saw it as we passed by. The menu is extensive with both surf and turf options. To start, there is free bread brought to your table. This isn't just your average free bread though. It tastes rich and buttery, and is presented in a swirl pattern. I ate 2 immediately haha. For appetizer, we opted for little neck clams and wood roasted octopus. I was pleasantly surprised by the portions of these. The flavors of the little neck clams with the squeeze of lemon was absolutely delicious, and paired wonderfully with the crunchy toast. The octopus was yummy, although the aioli was a little too salty for me. For our entrees, we got the petite filet mignon and striped bass with crab. The latter is not on the menu! We enjoyed both entrees - the filet mignon was cooked to medium rare perfection. The bass tasted fresh and unique with the crab on top. For sides, we got the crème brûlée corn (their specialty and must get!) and whipped potatoes (yes, not mashed but WHIPPED - airy but also thick with creaminess and flavor). For dessert, we got to pick any dessert on the house. It was a tough decision! We ultimately decided to go with their house specialty, warm vanilla caramel cake. Oh my ooey gooey goodness! It came freshly baked with a giant tower of house made whipped cream on the side. It was very sweet so I'm glad we shared . The perfect want to end our meal!

    the absolute best steak house!! the meat is so flavorful --…read moreseasoned and seared in butter - the NY strip was incredible. the corn was so sweet! Classic entrees and pairings their batter cake was incredible better than Maestro's or Flemings beautiful location and decoration a dream of a steakhouse service was attentive and respectful great recommendations

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    Shorebird

    4.3(1.1k reviews)
    3.1 mi

    We came to Shorebird around 8 pm with a reservation for a larger party and waited about 10 minutes…read moreto be seated. The restaurant itself is spacious with a beautiful view of the water. Service was good throughout the meal, though nothing particularly stood out. We ordered several dishes to share, including the Butter Basted Hokkaido Scallops, The Shorebird, Swordfish, Prime Skirt Steak, Prime Skirt Steak Taco Platter, Chilean Seabass, Yellowtail, and Carrot Cake. Everything was definitely on the pricier side, but the quality reflected the price for most of the meal. The only miss was the Swordfish, which was too dry for us. My personal highlights were the Prime Skirt Steak, Chilean Seabass, and The Shorebird, especially the risotto that came with it. Everything tasted high quality and well prepared. We found street parking directly in front, which was free after 6 pm. There's also an underground lot where Shorebird validates two hours of parking. Overall, Shorebird is a great option for a special occasion or a nicer dinner out. I'd recommend making a reservation, especially if you're coming with a larger group.

    We went for a large work party and were seated right away. First I will say the service was the…read morestandout here, all the humans we engaged with , were super kind and supportive. I have an allergy so I always have to navigate food carefully-they took such wonderful care of me, and made it so easy to feel comfortable. The view was great, I sat close to the water and enjoyed a bit of a breeze and a great view of the boats coming and going. The only issue we had, was getting cell service to call ubers for our large group after dinner lol. Over all great experience.

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    A Restaurant

    4.1(1k reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$$
    Family-owned & operated
    Established in 1926

    Very classy establishment!…read more Went here on a date night with my wife the other night, and it definitely has a dark lit ambience, with knowledgeable staff, and a really well balanced menu. The wife and I tried the meatballs appetizer, the fried octopus, and a couple of different cheeses from the charcuterie menu. They have non-dairy options, like sheep and goat cheeses. My wife tried the strawberry crush drink, and A. had great presentation, although gin is not everybody's cup of tea. And at my request, I had the bartender create a Mezcal old-fashioned, which was a really nice take in the Mezcal was perfect. Lastly, we finished off our date night with a chocolate silk pie, and although it was extremely rich, it was a perfect end to our evening. Definitely recommend coming here, but make sure you get a reservation beforehand, and realize that it is valet only for parking. Bon appétit

    We haven't been to A's for several years but decided to give it another try last night. For good…read morereason the food, service and overall quality of this restaurant is below par for the price and quality of food. The ambience is the same as it's been for years. Old school Frank Sinatra vibe. However the food quality was not edible and the presentation was a hot mess thrown together on a plate. We ordered the boneless ribeye and lobster. Both had no flavor and the lobster wasn't cooked thru. We sent it back and didn't eat. At this point the house manager should have stopped by but didn't. Not a good look for their establishment. Unacceptable for a restaurant that's been here for years. The appetizers and drinks were ok but I would never go back regardless. Disappointing experience overall. The final straw of the evening was when we received the bill and there was an employee benefits tax added to our bill in addition to the tip. That's also unacceptable to charged your guests to pay for your employees benefits! Go elsewhere. There are so many other great restaurants in the area. We won't be back. Mastros ocean club is still the king of steakhouses in the area. No comparison.

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    Mastro's Ocean Club

    Mastro's Ocean Club

    4.1(3.2k reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$$$

    PROS: Very upscale as in employees are in white tuxedos…read more I ordered the chicken with veggies on the side. The chicken with tomatoes is the best I have ever had. I had an awesome mocktail of pear no-rita. My friend ordered the buttered steak. I tried her steak. My friend did not like the hot-me Mango mocktail. It was too spicy. CONS: Loved the seating but I wish this was more open or had a better location. But definitely best food for date night and that is all that matters. *ONLY VALET. $12 You can park across in the shopping area. LOVED OUR WAITER!

    I made a reservation here for my anniversary with my girlfriend on the recommendation from a…read morekitchen manager of mine. I wanted to give my girlfriend the experience of a fine dining restaurant with a good view of the sunset in a nice setting for a change of pace for us, especially on a special occasion. I made a reservation 1-3 weeks ago, along with a request to be sat where we were able to have a good view of the sunset by the ocean. My reservation was at 7pm. I understand they were busy and needed to clean/set tables. But, I had to wait 20 minutes to be sat. I chose that time specifically because of the sunset time that day. The sun already was sat before we were. I will say: we were given the view of the ocean, just the view was blocked by a big party. Underwhelming start. Then we proceeded to wait 3-4 minutes to be greeted (started a stopwatch after we already were waiting a minute or two), which is not that long in retrospect, but sitting there with no menus made it feel long. I honestly was ready to walk out and get fast food in place of dinner for my anniversary. When our server finally came, she was nice. I do not think she apologized for the wait, but her section buddy did help greet the table in advanced and fired our Maestros Bread to get us started. We let her know we were first timers and it was our anniversary. She excused herself and let us know she would be back in a minute to explain the restaurant. When she came back, we could not hear her all too well as the restaurant was loud, but she did not project her voice to the table well. I appreciate the effort and the explanation of all the meals we had ordered as well. I enjoyed her recommendations and she was very cheerful the entire experience which was one of the highlights. What was not so great was: upon taking awhile to greet us, it took awhile for the server to come back to take the order. After taking the order, each course took 25-30 minutes in between to come out. To say the least: I got full off of the bread bowl we ordered in the beginning of our meal. We were not given ETAs on food or updates on the status of the kitchen or where our food was as we saw other tables that were sat after us get their full on courses. I understand they might have ordered items that would be cooked faster, but having to wait 30 minutes in between bites of food for an pricey (personally) dinner, rubbed me the wrong way as a service worker. I also felt that we were treated a bit indifferently as we are younger and their usual clientele they have are much older. Food: The oysters were great and I am not usually a fan, but they did a wonderful job. It tasted fresh and the amount of caviar to the size of the oysters was perfect in my opinion. Very well balanced. The Wagyu Meatballs were okay, honestly nothing too special about them. The marina sauce was good, rich in flavor. Paired amazingly with their bread. The filet was cooked spot on for me. So tender and juicy, but unfortunately I was already full from waiting at that point. The white cheddar mac and cheese was alright, I should have chose different for the side, but the dinner was an already heavier one. I do appreciate the gestures the server did for us, for our anniversary such as the dessert and also packing up our food for us. Though, I am sorry to say, but overall I do not see myself coming back nor recommending this spot. The food does not save the lack of service. side note: valet guys, super chill and friendly. very brief, but they gave the best experience of the night for me if that means anything.

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    The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar

    The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar

    4.2(1.3k reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$$

    One of the best restaurants in Newport! Beautiful views, incredible food, and outstanding service…read more JC went above and beyond to make my family and me feel welcome and gave us the VIP treatment. He made an already amazing experience even better. We can't wait to come back!!

    Absolutely phenomenal! The Winery in Newport Beach has quickly become one of my all-time favorite…read morerestaurants. From the moment you walk in, the warm, elegant atmosphere makes you feel right at home--perfect for a romantic date night or a special celebration with friends. The food is outstanding. Every dish we tried was executed with precision and packed with incredible flavor. The filet mignon was melt-in-your-mouth tender, the seafood tower was fresh and impressive, and the truffle risotto was pure comfort elevated to gourmet levels. Don't even get me started on the wine list--it's extensive, perfectly curated, and the staff helped us pick the perfect pairing for each course. What really sets The Winery apart is the service. Our server was knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the menu. Nothing felt rushed; everything was timed perfectly, and they went above and beyond to make our evening memorable. If you're in Newport Beach and looking for an unforgettable dining experience with delicious food, excellent wines, and top-notch hospitality, The Winery is a must-visit. We can't wait to go back--easily 5 stars and then some! Highly, highly recommended!

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