Great place with tasty food. Still open during covid and doing things the way they should be. Good food, service And atmosphere, even in these screwed up situations. read more

This was our 10th Anniversary and this place qas awesome. Thank for the awesome food and we will definitely be back read more

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Food was good, atmosphere very nice. Looked like they had a great selection of wine. It is right on PCH so a little loud but good for people watching. read more

Went last weekend with my hubby. The wait staff is great. The food is ok. We had the meatballs and the ahi chowder. The meatballs were in a white sauce but spicy which neither of us excepted. It wasn't pleasant. The chowder was good. For entrees I had the lobster ravioli and my husband had the filet with shrimp scampi. The lobster ravioli was just ok, IL Dolce in Costa Mesa has much better lobster ravioli. The filet was cooked well but the shrimp scampi, we had no idea what it was but it wasn't shrimp scampi is was shrimp in some kind of weird soup, not appetizing at all. From all the rave reviews we were expecting much better food and quite honestly left disappointed... read more

We celebrated my friend Sherrys 60th birthday and everything about this restaurant is amazing! Chicken Piccata (Huge Portions) Lobster Ravioli, Filet Mignon, The Sol salad. The owner very kind and gracious Ambiance amazing!! Thank you Sol Grill for such amazing food with so much flavor and the bread a 10+ Lori read more

I booked this restaurant for a 30th birthday party. The upstairs loft was private and absolutely perfect for our party of 13, it was an intimate setting away from everyone which we loved! They even hung a "Happy Birthday" sign which was super cute. Megan, our server, was SO friendly, attentive and on top of all of it. The appetizers were phenomenal! We tried the kung-fu shrimp, meatballs and the garlic bread. The meatballs alone are worth coming back for. They didn't have a lot of beer selections or anything on tap which was a bummer but we had an amazing night all around and will definitely be returning. read more

We found Sol Grill on YELP and when I called to make a reservation, they were booked - bummer. However, their customer service is what absolutely made me come back. About 10 minutes after I got off the phone, I received a phone call back from the hostess letting me know that the just had a reservation cancel for that night and they could get my family and I in for dinner. That, in and of itself, is a great example of a company who wants my business, so I was already impressed. Very cute venue, small, but the food was really amazing!! The sangria was good, not watered down, so we ordered three of those :) For appetizers, I cannot recommend anything more highly than the Sol Bruschetta. Imagine the most delicious piece of bed, topped with fresh tomatoes and some cheese - and it's way better than that. The flavor was outstanding, I cold have eaten all 5 pieces by myself. SO AMAZING. We also ordered the mushrooms, which was giant! They were cooked perfectly sitting in a delectable sauce. We took them home and ate them for days. :) For dinner, I got the fresh fruit salad which was amazing. Perfectly flavor - light dressing with a good amount of cheese, and I also added the grilled chicken which made it even that much better. My mom got the swordfish, which she also loved. My sister got the filet, which unfortunately wasn't cooked medium rare as she had asked and didn't taste to be the most flavorful cut of meat, but trust me, she still devoured it. Overall, a great experience at a really awesome restaurant in Newport, really close to the pier! read more

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Another great evening with family and friends at Sol Grill. I had a vegetable soup with pasta and chicken. Amazing and super fresh! The whole family raved about what they ordered. The owner Misty was so nice and attentive, checking in throughout the evening to make sure we were happy and taken care of. If you're looking for a place that has a great vibe, delicious food and awesome customer service put this spot on you list. It doesn't surprise me that it's a local favorite! read more

Very good food (Blackened Ahi, Arugula Salad, mushrooms ) and very good service ... a bit noisy since located close to the PCH.

My boyfriend surprised me with a reservation here on Valentines and by the end of the night we were both surprised at just how much we loved this place! We made a reservation at 6:30 and got seated right when we arrived. Sol is located right next to a bar and at first glance we were iffy on whether or not we'd be able to enjoy our dinner with the music blasting next door, but we sat on the other side (away from the bar) and there were not disturbances/annoyances at all. They bring out complimentary bread with olive oil and balsamic vinegar which was great, only change I would wish for is for the bread to be warmed up, but the taste made up for it. My boyfriend suggested we get the meatball appetizer from all the reviews we read on Yelp so we ordered that ahead of time while we looked through the menu. Once our appetizer came my boyfriend ordered the rack of lamb and I ordered the filet mignon with the addition of shrimp scampi for an additional ($8). Meatball appetizer (3/5): Came with six meatballs that was accompanied by a creamy gravy sauce. The meatballs were very tender and moist, really tasty! The sauce was a little too salty for my taste so I ate it with the complimentary bread which helped balance it out. Filet Mignon with additional Shrimp Scampi (5/5): I ordered my filet medium rare and I could tell just by the touch that it was cooked to perfection. Each bite of my filet was perfectly seasoned and cooked, my boyfriend even said that it was his first time he really felt like he could understand the saying of "meat melting in your mouth". I chose steamed broccoli and mashed potatoes as my sides, both delicious. The broccoli was steamed to the perfect texture, not too firm and not mushy, and the mashed potatoes was so silky and had this amazing garlic-y taste that I couldn't get enough of. The shrimp scampi came with four pieces of shrimp and had mushroom and tomatoes within a creamy white sauce. The scampi was absolutely divine! There was not one complaint I had about this dish. Rack of Lamb (4/5): I'm not the biggest fan of lamb but my boyfriend is so I have tried his lamb whenever he ordered it and this was probably one of my favorites. He ordered his lamb at a medium and was also cooked perfectly. The lamb did not have an intense gamey taste (the reason why i usually do not like lamb) and was seasoned perfectly. It came with a side of mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach and my boyfriend loved them both. Sangria (4/5) Great sangria! Got a free sangria for checking in on yelp (YAY!) and it was super refreshing and yummy. Only wish was that it was a little stronger but I don't know if that's even possible haha. Service (5/5) We were served immediately and our server was very attentive but was also caring enough not to come up to us constantly, especially since we were there on a date during Valentines Day. We never found ourselves looking for the server since they always came to us before we ever needed to ask. All in all GREAT first experience! It's a great place for a romantic date or just a nice dinner with friends. Would definitely come again! read more

Sol Grill - Filet mignon with additional shrimp scampi. Sides were mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This restaurant is amazing! Friendly staff and food was delicious. Me and my husband had Bruschetta for starters and entree Salmon with mash potatoes so amazing We can't stop thinking about it. This place is a must try. The ambiance was so nice. We are not from Newport but We would definitely come back to eat here again. read more

Marc is THE BEST! We had a party of 7 last night and everything was so good! We will be back!!! Order the lobster ravioli for an incredible treat! You deserve it! read more

I went here with two friends last night and it was fantastic. The ambience is a little hole in the wall with interesting paintings everywhere. There is also a love musician that plays. That created the best ambience. The server there was also amazing! He was kind and patient and gave us everything without any problems. As for food I shared the filet mignon and pesto pasta. The filet mignon was good meat and good size but the flavor was a little lacking. There were options for a sauce and I should have chosen one of them. The veggies with it though we're grilled to perfection. Also the mashed potatoes were very delicious and perfect texture. The pesto pasta was the best part though. The chicken was very sufficient and there was enough to be very filling. The sauce was amazing and covered everything perfectly. Also the noodles were just perfect and the right texture. The veggies that were in the pasta too added a great texture to everything. Overall I would give the place a 9/10. I will definitely be back. read more

Sol Grill - Filet mignon was good. Very thick and the veggies were very healthy. I should have gotten one of the sauces though - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I love SOL GRILL! They have the best food (and sangria) !! My boyfriend and I tried the last location once and once we did we couldn't wait for the new location to open! We made to sure to know opening day so we could go! We tried the new location last night and it was amazing! Misty is so welcoming! All of our food we had was outstanding and customer service was awesome! This new location will definitely be our new regular spot! read more

Amazing amazing date night restaurant ! The food, ambiance and service deserve 5 stars. Just found out the restaurant is closing :( I have to go back again soon!! My meal: the mushrooms in broth were delicious. I literally drank the broth like a soup. The garlic bread and marinara dip were spicy an cheesy. The Caesar salad is probably one of the best. Very crisp and fresh. Lastly, the mahi entree was bursting with flavor from the lemon cream sauce to the pasta! Mm! A must in the area! read more

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Can't wait to go back ! Stopped in during a neighborhood walk and luckily we took some cash with us and decided to pop in for a Happy Hour drink. They were having a private party but, let us come in for a drink at the bar anyway. They were super nice and the owner Misty was there as well . She talked with us quite a lot even though they were busy. They serve a tasty Sangria. Didn't have a chance to eat but, the menu looks interesting. It's a Italian menu with a few other seafood and BBQ plates . Their Happy Hour prices are very reasonable and so is their regular menu. It's great to have a neighborhood place to go that has a friendly atmosphere. Can't wait to return for dinner . I will follow up with another review. read more

The ahi soup was the most best soup I've ever had in my life. We came from NY, and this food was amazing! Def. recommend getting sangria-- be sure to "check in" and get your free glass, but order more after. It's such a big portion and SO WORTH IT! Waitress gorgeous, and super sweet! Also-- love the Jambalaya pasta dish!!! Soup is def a must, but the pasta dish was awesome too! read more

Sol Grill - Probably my most favorite soup I've EVER HAD!! Be sure to order a CUP! Portions are huge - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Stopped by here with some family that was in from out of town, and it did not disappoint. It's a small little restaurant with a small bar inside. It's located right next to the pier so seeing amazing sunsets while you eat is just what you get. They give the table bread to start with and some balsamic vinegar that was delish! We all shared an appetizer of bruschetta, and wow! It came with 6 or 7 pieces and was so good I'm drooling just thinking about it now! I had the pinot grigio and it was light, refreshing and not too dry. For my meal, I had the lobster ravioli that came with some shrimp in a vodka sauce. Wow, it was amazing! The ravioli was stuffed full of lobster, and there were about 6 or 7 ravioli and about 4 or 5 pieces of shrimp. It was the perfect size, I wasn't grossly full or left hungry. I was too full for dessert but the dessert menu looked amazing too. I really did want some of the cheesecake the offered but I had no room left! I will totally be back! read more

The bread is amazing and the meatballs are delightful. I have been here 3 times and the food and service are fantastic. I'll be coming here again and again. read more

Hello team, sorry no pics but the food was to delicious yo take a minute and take a picture. Dalia was exceptional in recommendations she made our experience wonderful and delightful. She recommended the best tacos!! I am sure everything taste great but tacos with a quesadilla filling!!!!! Wth :) I recommend this place for a beautiful view and delicious late evening delight. Ask for Dalia ;) read more

Live music was a great plus the most recent Saturday I came here! Food always delicious. Always has a great ambiance, "homey" feel and dimly lit goodness! Great food and wine pairings as always. Service IMMACULATE! I wish I knew the male servers name that served us. It was a very very busy Saturday and he had the upstairs area to himself. He provided excellent service, was very knowledgeable , and very attentive handling all the madness calm,composed, but still very friendly and professional! Great all around service food and wine. read more

I celebrated my birthday at Sol Grille. I highly recommend it! The food was great as was the service. There were three of us and we each ordered different entrees and all were wonderful. Thanks for helping make my birthday special, Missy! read more

I'm a bit baffled by the Great reviews. I ordered through DoorDash and had the salmon and a Caesar salad.The salmon had enough salt on it for 10 meals. It might have been a good piece of fish if it hadn't been so salty. The only thing that was edible was the broccolini. The Caesar salad also not good. even the bread I took one bite and spit it out.I spent over $50 for a really bad meal. To be clear this is the first time I've ever written a bad review for a restaurant. A note to the chef nobody needs that much salt. I will never order from them again. My stomach hurts and I threw out most of it. read more

This place was not a disappointment. Great service from our server Greg N. I checked in on Yelp and received my free sangria. Greg even brought me another one on the house and they are delicious. Let's start with their amazing homemade bread they bring out. It was so good! Super soft and they bring a little oil and vinegar with it. We ordered the Ahi tuna starter. This was the first time I tried sashimi style fish and it was amazing. Seasoned well and came with ginger and wasabi. For our main course we had the Mahi Mahi Picatta. It's a cream sauce and it was delicious as well. We shared a dish since it was late in the evening and we weren't super hungry but needed to eat something. The Mahi Mahi came with rice (yummy) and broccoli (also yummy). Overall I would definitely recommend this place and when I am in the area again I will return. 5 stars all around. From ambiance to service to food. Very happy read more

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New location! Great Food! Great Atmosphere! Great Happy Hour! Can't wait to come back and try a bowl of the Ahi Chowder! read more

My husband and I have been wanting to try Sol Grill for quite some time and finally made it there for date night. I wish I could give it more than 5 stars. Staff was incredibly friendly, food was phenomenal, and the atmosphere was on point. The appetizer meatballs and focaccia bread are to die for. Their wine list has clearly been perfectly thought out. It isn't an overwhelming long list and it's filled with a delicious selection of wines that won't break the bank. I got the salmon and linguini. It was mouthwatering. My husband got the special of the night; filet bolognese...it was superb. We will most definitely be going back again, and again, and again. My only complaint is a fault of my own. That we waited so long to try this amazing restaurant. Can't believe what we've been missing out on, and only minutes from home. read more

Such a cute and awesome place. Made a reservation here by accident but is was the best mistake ever. Meatballs we're to die for... But beware there's a kick to it. Grilled shirmp did not disappoint... Still waiting for our entrees... That's how good this little place is. How often to I feel the urge to write a review before the entree arrive.. Never!!! This is a must try!!! read more

Stopped in last night after the wedding rehearsal gathering and was warmly greeted by Misty and the bartender. They really went out of their way to welcome such a diverse group of strangers. And the meatballs were "off the chain". A Very delicious treat after a long day. Not to mention, we were all from Wisconsin originally and there was a packer fan in the house to really make us feel at home. Go Pack Go!!! We will be back... read more

Was looking for a "happy hour" place and found this little gem! The food was so good for the price! Will definitely be back!! We had the mussels and clam; shrimp scampi (so good); meatballs, and ahi tuna. Everything was really good and great service :) will be coming back read more

Best food in all of OC! This restaurant feels like you are at home but with amazing food. Everything on the menu is delicious! The owner checks in with all their customers! This is such a special place to me for many reasons! I love all the charm! read more

I used to visit the location at the Newport Pier before they moved. They have done a great job with the new location. A lot more room and the food was just as amazing as I remember it from before the move. The service is tiptop. If you haven't been here yet, you need to go. read more

Further update: the store manager read my update calling out the 30% Doordash charges and its response, She decided to rescind the apology and previously offered compensation for the poor experience. No surprise here given the arrogant vindictiveness of this restaurant. read more

We were looking for a "local's" place to dine at while visiting Newport Beach & we selected Sol Grill because of the positive Yelp reviews. It was a delightful restaurant with a fun eclectic atmosphere. The service staff was friendly & I would definitely come back. I highly recommend a reservation as they don't have a lot of tables. I had the ahi chowder & the blackened ahi as my entree. Honestly, I'd go back again JUST for the chowder. My fiance got a filet & the vanilla creme dessert. Super yummy! Make sure to check in on Yelp & get a free glass of their signature sangria! read more

Sol Grill - Sangria - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Was looking for a decent meal on a Tuesday night and decided to stop by this spot (thanks yelpers) tucked away by the Newport Pier. Ordered the Ahi Chowder which is a unique blend and quite good. It is a creamy tomato based chowder with large chucks of fresh veggies. The steamed clams and mussels in garlic and white wine is good fairly typical. The dense white bread with olive oil,balsamic and garlic is a nice table side appetizer. It was slow on the night we went and the service was definitely not quick. If you use the bathroom you will know why. It is a small and quaint kitchen that you walk thru to use the restroom but a great way to spot a new dish you might want to try. We had the halibut and filet for our entrees. The halibut is excellent with a tomato based salsa over the top. It is very very good!! It was served with mash potatoes which where excellent and that is from two people who don't like potatoes. The filet was ordered with the portabella mushroom sauce on top which was forgotten albeit I repeated several times to the waitress. Hey everyone has an off night. After a few minutes they brought it. (See pic) the mushroom sauce was amazing with a little spice and heat to it. Both dishes came with sautéed zucchini and squash. The acoustical guitar player made for nice ambience. This is a great place within walking distant from the boardwalk. Eat to live, live to experience life! Aaron read more

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Outstanding service they were so friendly and nice. The food was very good also. I would definitely come back. Looks lik

Hands down the BEST KEPT SECRET of Newport Beach seafood. You have GOT to try their Ahi Chowder. I almost fell out of my chair!! But that's ONLY the beginning. Then I moved on to their Cioppino and that took me to a whole new level of flavorgasm. This joint is small and intimate. Perfect for a night with your date. I can't wait to go here again when I visit the OC next time. read more

Sol Grill - Ahi Chowder. Get it. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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My wife and I attended a marriage retreat and at the end, this was our date spot. We didn't have reservations, but luckily there was an open spot. The waiter was was very nice and hospitable...blah, blah. Let's talk about the food. It was AMAZING! Started out with complimentary bread...delicious! Then out starter plate was the Shrimp Scampi Style...SUPER delicious! I want to drink up the sauce. My wife ordered the Newport Linguini and I ordered the Sol Salmon...AWESOMELY delicious. The chef/cooks made a masterpiece! There was a celebration in our mouths! I highly recommend this spot. read more

Sol Grill - Newport Linguini. ¡Delicioso! - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Cozy little place, the food is delicious, the sangria is just perfect and the place is charming. Make sure you order the bread to soak up all the lobster ravioli sauce. read more

My family and I love the Sol salmon blackened. It is amazing and tastes so fresh! I love it so much I've gotten it every time and will continue to do so. read more

This place was amazing The food is so delicious and the customer service is fabulous I Highly recommend this place read more