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    Stag Bar + Kitchen

    4.5 (1.4k reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Bars, American
    Open 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Great personal pizzas.
    Eric R.

    Great experience. We went for lunch and loved the pizza and house made meatballs. They have plenty of deals for every day of the week. Comfortable seating and great service. They have a side area that is more like restaurant seating or an area that is more like a bar. They have darts and pool too. We love the computer jukebox thing, so fun.

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    Larry H.

    This is a huge bar. They seem to have weekday specials. When we went the special was 1/2 priced large pizza. We ordered a 16" Margherita Pizza, a pretzel, and a Caesar salad with the chicken on the side. It was all good. Although the Margherita pizza looked more like just a cheese pizza. We enjoyed it though. There were not a lot of people in the restaurant because it was a weekday. It was dark and had accent lighting which made it feel romantic.

    Salad
    Kristina K.

    Stag bar is the place to be at night when at Newport Beach. Super fun atmosphere and delish food. Also a big space. There are bouncers to check IDs as well at night time. The short rib pizza was soooo phenomenal I couldn't believe it. The salad was delish, I loved all the toppings and how they packed the croutons separately so they wouldn't get soggy. Definitely a fun place to eat and drink at when by the beach.

    Chicken wings
    Pete T.

    OK everyone thinks a bar/restaurant near the beach is gonna have mediocre food at expensive prices, right? Hah, not at this place, which makes amazing food and sometimes offers it at special values that you just don't typically find in Newport Beach. We strolled in on a Wednesday, when they have all day happy hour. That means my Companion gets a decent chardonnay at $5, I get six wings for $5, any of the personal pizzas for only $8 and the "dirty tater tots" (cheese sauce, brisket, jalapenos) for only $8. This is the oldest bar in Orange County, and has a lot of character. Our bartender/server Christina was so helpful, kind, knowledgeable about the menu and a real plus for the business. She said other specials are also amazing such as a burger and fries for $7 on Thursday. I have included pictures of all the menus and special offerings and I am telling you we will not be visiting Newport again without stopping in at the Stag!

    Drunken pizza
    Gina G.

    The food was awesome! We loved everything. The dirty tots are enough for four. The drunken pizza is like pot roast on pizza. Very rich and filling. Mai tai was also great. Service was fine. Loud place. Pool tables were packed.

    Megan H.

    This bar was super fun and lively but was never overly crowded which was nice! Services was just as you'd expect from a busy bar. Good, but nothing extraordinary. Lots of TV's with all the sports. Full bar. Their food menu was good as well! Really decent prices and lots of different options. There was a parking lot right outside, but there was also plenty of parking along the beach. This bar was very central to the entire beach area, so walking was never an issue.

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    Aida A.

    I love this place! The décor and overall vibe are right up my alley. Kelly, the bartender, is incredibly friendly and attentive, which makes the experience even better. Such a fun spot to hang out!

    Cynthia C.

    Found this neighborhood bar on a Thursday night and thought we'd try it after seeing an "Award Winning Pizza" on Yelp and their website. It was quiet when we walked in, with 2 guys playing pool, 1 guy sitting at the very nice, long bar, and 3 people occupying two intimates booths near the pool tables. The bar keeper greeted us and confirmed we could sit where we liked. The large room seemed split and the other side had more tables and the open kitchen so we went to that side. We were greeted quickly with menus and the offer of water to start. When those came Hubs went with black coffee and I with a pint of Angry Orchard. Cider is SO GOOD right out of the keg and I rarely pass it up. I saw the option of some sandwiches being "protein style" so I ordered the Chicken Pesto Club, no bun, just in "salad" form. Hubs went with a simple Canadian Bacon personal pizza. This wasn't on the menu, but the ingredients were listed on the couple of the signature pizzas so it was "no problem." Before she left the table, Hubs reminded her of the cream for his coffee. She put the food order in, but I could see and hear confusion in the kitchen about the cream she was requesting. Finally it was understood it was needed for coffee, so cold milk was retrieved from the fridge. My food came about 10 mins later. Oddly, I also noticed as my order came up, a pizza was going INTO the oven. About 10 minutes later our server came over to tell us there was miscommunication about the pizza and the kitchen made a BBQ Chicken pizza instead of Canadian Bacon. She offered the free pizza and said the correct one was being made. Since this is more of a "CC" pizza than a Hubs pizza, I accepted it. It was yummy. The crust is thin, which I usually don't go for, but it was very tasty. As for my Chicken Pesto Club - it was definitely yummy, but served in a plastic basket with paper lining, so a challenge to eat as a salad. I'm pretty sure some of that wet and torn paper was ingested after trying to cut up the ingredients salad style. It IS supposed to be a sandwich, so that challenge was all mine. More fiber! lol Another 12 minutes and Hub's fresh, hot CB pizza arrived and - after excitedly scorching his mouth with molten cheese - released a satisfied, guttural 'Oooooh yeeesssss!' He happy! After I finished my food I was asked if I wanted another pint. I declined. When the check came I asked on behalf of Hubs for a top off of his coffee. A few minutes later our serv returned to explain it would be awhile since a fresh pot had to be brewed and was that ok. Yes, not a problem. She left and we wondered if he was never checked on or offered a refill because she knew it would mean brewing a fresh pot???? Anywho, about another 10 mins later and a fresh, hot cup arrived. About this time, a few more people came in to eat, drink and play pool. But it was never loud or unpleasant. It IS a sports bar, so we thought it would be a bit more raucously filled. The manager - we assume - swung past to ask if I wanted another pint and check on us which we appreciated. One final, interesting note, the men's room had an attendant keeping things tidy and "some sort of assortment of goods in a box" as reported by Hub. The ladies room was NOT attended. Overall it was a yummy dinner and made Hubs happy. Cheers! "CC"

    Cheese pizza, crunchy
    kris r.

    Ordered some pizza's for take out for the family and the Pizzas were delicious! The cheese to sauce ratio is perfect for the cheese pie. The cheese was great, had some char on the crust! The pepperoni pizza had a good crunch in the dough and the pep had a nice kick when dunked in ranch. The dough was great and had a good undercarriage, with a nice crunch bite after bite. If you're looking for a different pizza place then the delivery guys, give Stag Bar + Kitchen pizza a try, you'll enjoy it. Tell them Kris w/a K sent ya.

    Pizza and meatballs
    Abbie C.

    WOW. Everything we ordered was incredible, the beef meatballs were packed with flavor, the pizza was perfection, and the onion rings were crispy and addictive. Seriously could not miss with a single item. On top of that, our server was AMAZING! She was super friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. This place absolutely nailed it and we can't wait to come back!

    Breakfast Pizza
    Naomi F.

    Breakfast pizza and beer! 10/10 recommend! Great way to start your weekend! Thanks stag!

    Philly Cheesesteak
    Erika T.

    Oldest bar in OC ... hidden gem of a restaurant. Great thin crust pizza, burgers, sandwiches, salads and breakfast burritos (and steak and eggs). The chicken ceasar is always my go to, perfectly prepared and oh so tasty. Dirty tots with Jalapeño cheese and shredded braised short ribs is da bomb! Garlic knots and Philly Cheesesteak are also winners. Great service, perfect spot to meet up with friends or family*. Mimosas on the weekend if that's your thing. Great tunes and lots of sporting events to watch...darts, pool, a little something for everyone. *Adults only, must be 21.

    Nachos with Brisket
    Angela N.

    I went here with my cousins after a morning cruise on a Duffy at the harbor. We were a bit tipsy and looking for something good to eat. Outside looks really trendy and like a fun place to eat and drink. We arrived around 1pm and found a seat near the bar. With our close proximity to the bar, you would assume we would received attentive service. Unfortunately, we must have been invisible with how dark it is inside. Our server seems to be spread thin with her seemingly running around the entire place and avoiding eye contact at all cost. We had to flag her down multiple times to order food, drinks, ask for boxes. Food was mediocre. Buffalo pizza was soooo salty our taste buds were trashed for the rest of the meal. Overall, it looked like people were enjoying their time drinking. I wouldn't come back to eat next time.

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    Ask the Community - Stag Bar + Kitchen

    Is kids allowed to?

    Unfortunately Stag Bar + Kitchen is a 21+ venue at all times.

    Do you guys normally have any of the paperview UFC fights?

    Hi there, we usually do play all UFC fights. You can always check our social media page! @stagbarnewport

    Hi! Will you guys be showing the euro 2024 match tomorrow?

    We certainly will!

    Is there still bottomless brunch?

    We sure do

    Hello,is this restaurant 21 & over?

    Yes

    Is lunch also served prior to 1pm on weekends or only brunch?

    Lunch also

    Do you take reservations!? For Sunday brunch? THIS SUNDAY 7/3 1000? Three.?

    Yes we do what date and what time? Sure no problem. 10am for how many people?

    Are dogs allowed?

    Service dogs surely, we have no outdoor seating and we are very busy and loud so not a great environment for dogs.

    Do they do bottomless mimosas?

    Write now we do $5 for all brunch cocktails, including fresh squeezed juices for mimosa's, screw drivers, etc...

    Do you guys open early on Sundays to watch football?

    We open every day at 8am

    Are kids allowed in the restaurant?

    21 and over, our sister restaurant dory deli is all ages though.

    Last call for food?

    11pm, on weekends we do sliced till 1am. Taco's all day on Tuesdays as well.

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    Buona Forchetta

    Buona Forchetta

    4.2
    (245 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Five stars for the service! I came in by myself, and everyone made me feel so welcome. A big thank…read moreyou to my waiter and to Jay for taking such great care of me. The caramel espresso martini was absolutely perfect--delicious, perfectly sweet, and exactly what I was hoping for. It definitely hit the spot. For dinner, I tried the chef's special: the fettuccine with scallops and mushrooms. Unfortunately, it was a bit disappointing for me because it was very bland. I ended up adding salt just to bring out some flavor. The scallops themselves were seasoned well and tasted great, and both the scallops and the pasta were cooked perfectly. The sauce had a wonderful, creamy texture--it just lacked flavor. I think it could have benefited from something cheesy, tangy, peppery, or simply a little more seasoning. Even with that, I'm still giving this place five stars because the service was outstanding. They genuinely listened to my feedback about the meal and went above and beyond to make things right, which says a lot about how much they care about their customers. This was my first visit, and I definitely plan on coming back to try one of their signature dishes. I highly recommend this restaurant overall. I just wouldn't recommend the scallop fettuccine based on my experience. Thank you all for making my solo dinner such a pleasant one!

    Place is always a good spot and been coming here for a while. Great pizza, pasta, calamari…read more The only dish I would avoid are the meatballs. They are not fluffy and moist. Very dense and didn't taste good at all. I felt like it was processed in a machine which over worked the meat causing a cafeteria style meatball.

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    Al's New York Cafe

    Al's New York Cafe

    4.1
    (819 reviews)
    1.7 mi
    $
    Family-owned & operated
    Gluten-free friendly

    We love Al's New York Cafe in Costa Mesa. They make great NY pizza and have a great sandwich and…read morepasta menu. The place is small so there is not a lot of seating, but you can get it to go. That is what we tend to do. The service is super fast and friendly. They know the menu well. The entire staff is just super nice. You will be comfortable there. We called in our order and it was ready when we got there. I love their meatballs and the lasagna is so good. They also have great spaghetti and it all comes with garlic bread, which is loaded with garlic. What we really love here as well are their cold sandwiches. Most subs are not great, but not at Al's. They know how to make them and the small size is perfect. As to their pizza, it is just great. We love their white pizza and always get that to go.

    One of the best pizza places around. I've been coming here for over 20 years. The lasagna here is…read moreso amazing they only make it on Wednesdays and Fridays, but today I came for the pepperoni slice. This thing was huge too. Big New York style slice with a thin crust, loaded with melted cheese and a bunch of pepperoni all over the top. The pepperoni had that greasy crispy edge to it and the cheese had that perfect stretchy melt when you pull a bite away. You can see the oil sitting right on top which honestly is exactly how a good pepperoni slice should look. The crust was soft in the middle with a little crisp on the bottom so it folded perfectly when eating it. Simple pizza done right. No fancy stuff, just a really good classic pepperoni slice from a place that's been consistent every time I've gone there. Al, you rock!

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    Ummm holy cow this is their small calzone with pepperoni mushroom and onions!

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    Folks Pizzeria

    Folks Pizzeria

    4.4
    (2k reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$

    Been wanting to come here for quite a while and it did not disappoint. Only wish we came sooner…read more Decided to sit in for the Caesar salad and take home the pizza for later. Chewy was our pleasant waiter, very friendly and attentive. Fresh cold water when we sat down and a nice short easy menu to peruse and decide from. No frills, no uneasy decisions. Simple greatness is all that's needed. I'm guessing every table gets the Caesar salad, which was a botttomless pile of fresh lettuce, tons of delicately grated smoothe Parmesan cheese, delicate crumbles of breadcrumbs, with an absolutely decadent Caesar dressing - pleasantly spread throughout the whole entire plate of goodness. Next time I will try the fresh loaf of bread sliced thick with a bowl of cherry tomatoes. Whoa that looked great. Every plate that walked by us whispered 'try me' next time!! Saved the salami Calabrese pizza for home directions on the box which provided the most perfect texture for a reheated pizza we've ever had. Delightful! The pizza. The crust. I can't even believe a whole table while we were eating there skipped the crust of the whole pie. You can't! That's a sin! Greatest sourdough pizza, dare I say delicate but hearty? Perfectly crisp yet soft where it's necessary. I can't wait to try more flavors. Such an adorable place at 'the Camp' -quaint yet plenty of seating outside too for a larger party. It's all you need for a perfect slice of heaven! Thank you Folks! We will definitely be back!

    So so disappointed by this place. We were served pizza with a chemical, dish water taste. It was…read morevery noticeable in the dough and whole pizza, which tasted very chemically and much like the dirty, unfiltered type of water that you would get from a moldy sink at a sketchy place. It stunk too. We were theorizing that the dough was made with dirty water, but there was also a possibility the serving pan given to us was used unwashed. Honestly wish we were able to send it back, but there was no time for a remake as it took about 30-40 mins for it to come out in the first place. The Caesar is also very, very depressing. The dressing is missing authenticity and tastes so bland and like pure lemon, the croutons are crushed up crumbs, and it was very hard to get through for $20. We left it behind as a group of 4 with full plates. I literally got fast food fries after this to fill the disappointment and void, and I'm a health conscious eater. The only saving grace was the meatballs. They were very good, and sadly the first plate that came out as everything went downhill. Should've known as this was the only dish that stood out to us when we ate here a few years ago. We decided to give it another proper try but it does not live up to the hype at all. If you want high quality pizza with a variety of ingredients and Caesar salad, go down to X Eats inside Brewery X. Half the price of the Caesar here, and so much better. Theirs comes with proper dressing, fried capers, freshly grated pecorino, and delicious sourdough croutons made in house. The pizzas are about the same price range as here, but pepperoni is like $6 less than here, and they are much, much larger, fresh, and drool worthy.

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    Romano Cucina

    Romano Cucina

    4.9
    (71 reviews)
    0.6 mi

    I am late to write this review but we have been coming to romano since it opened on the peninsula…read more They have die hard staff who have stayed since they opened and I love that when we dine here, we recognize the staff. Here are some of the dishes that we just can't get enough of. Our usual go to's are: sauteed mushrooms appetizer, pesto fettucine with shrimp and the chicken parmesan with rosa sauce. Please do not skip dessert. Their cheesecake is one of the best I've ever had (including NYC cheesecake). Each month they have a different flavor cheesecake and literally every flavor we have tried has been phenomenal. We even ordered a full pumpkin cheesecake for Thanksgiving ($90) and it was the star of the dinner. Our entire dinner party LOVED the cheesecake. Once we tell our daughter we are going to Romano for dinner, she will immediately say "If I eat my dinner, can I have cheesecake?" Romano is incredible italian food on the peninsula (psssst, it's 1000% better than Mama D's!)

    Was in the area with my friend and chose to have an early dinner here. Definitely wasn't…read moredisappointed! The place has a very cozy and homey vibe with many pictures showcasing its beautiful Italian history. I ordered the chicken alfredo, and it was splendid. Pasta was al dente, the sauce was rich and creamy, there was nothing to complain about. We were also given complimentary bread and butter plus a salad. Our waitress was so nice, checking up on us if we needed anything throughout our time there. I'm so glad we stumbled upon this restaurant!

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    Johnny's The Bronx Pizza

    Johnny's The Bronx Pizza

    4.1
    (607 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$
    Vegetarian friendly
    Grab-and-go

    This is my favorite pizza place, in case you were wondering…read more Johnny's Pizza is a small neighborhood gem in Corona del Mar and it's definitely my go to for easy get togethers, park days, or cozy nights at home. It's one of those spots that always hits the spot when you're craving good, comforting pizza without anything too fancy. My favorite pizza is the Chicken Alfredo. The creamy sauce, crunchy onions, chunky chicken, and a little cilantro on top are literally chef's kiss. I love adding chili flakes or a bit of Tabasco for an extra kick. Another close favorite is the Hawaiian, especially with a side of ranch. Simple, classic, and always good. Their salads are also surprisingly great. I love a good Caesar, but their house salad is delicious too. It has baby corn that adds tons of crunch, plus salami, sun dried tomatoes, and other goodies that make it feel a little more special than your average side salad. The staff is always friendly and fast, which makes picking up food here really easy. If you're in CDM and craving pizza, Johnny's is definitely worth checking out.

    Stopped by this JBP in CDM on the way to a movie @Fashion Island and I was really glad I did…read more Perfect quick-bite pizza stop that totally delivered. I had seen the good reviews and played it safe with a combo #2 cheese slice and the side salad. The pizza was solid, but the salad honestly hit the spot. It's still early in the New Year and I'm pretending to be healthy, and this actually felt like a win. Fresh ingredients, lots of cubed meat in the salad, a flavorful Italian dressing, and enough sun-dried tomatoes to let you know they weren't rationing. It could've passed as a full meal without anyone judging me. What really stood out was the service. Friendly, local, welcoming, and genuinely happy you're there. The place has a real East Coast feel to it, which is kind of hilarious and refreshing dropped right into polished CDM. This spot earns the praise it gets and feels like a much better choice than defaulting to one of the chains nearby. Happy to support a local business like this. Looking forward to coming back and trying a full pie next time

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    Stag Bar + Kitchen - pizza - Updated July 2026

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