The Cannery in Newport Beach is always a reliable spot, especially if you want to grab a bite right on the water. Sitting out on the patio or upstairs in the Jellyfish Lounge gives you great views of the marina and a cool, relaxed coastal vibe. The seafood here is incredibly fresh. Their sushi roll selection is solid, and the grilled fish entrees are always executed well. It's also a great happy hour spot if you just want to grab some oysters and a few drinks while watching the boats pass by. Service is professional and attentive, though the place definitely gets packed on the weekends, so reservations are a smart move. It's a bit on the pricier side, but you're paying for the prime waterfront location and the consistently good food. Great choice for a date night or a weekend dinner by the docks read more

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I am writing to formally report a deeply disturbing incident that occurred while I was dining at your restaurant Saturday evening. I was having dinner with four friends when one of my friends was sitting at our table wearing sunglasses while looking out at the water in the upstairs dining area. Two of the other men at our table were also wearing sunglasses. Without any warning or explanation, one of your security guards approached our table, forcefully grabbed my friend's shoulder, and said, "Open your eyes." The interaction immediately left all five of us shocked and confused. We tried to move past the incident and continued enjoying our dinner. A short time later, the same security guard returned, grabbed my friend by both shoulders, and said, "I'm kicking you out." Again, no explanation was provided. He then physically escorted my friend through the restaurant using unnecessary force and forced him outside in front of other guests. At no point was my friend being disruptive, aggressive, intoxicated, or causing any issue that would justify being physically handled or removed from the restaurant. We were never given any explanation for why he was singled out or asked to leave. What is most concerning is that my friend was the only person at our table approached, despite others also wearing sunglasses. The security guard's statement, "Open your eyes," combined with the fact that my friend was singled out while others wearing sunglasses were left alone, made the interaction especially troubling. While I cannot speak to the security guard's intent, the complete lack of explanation and the physical manner in which my friend was treated left all five of us deeply concerned that he may have been treated differently based on his appearance. Regardless of intent, the interaction raised serious concerns about discriminatory treatment and was incredibly upsetting to witness. Beyond that concern, the level of force used by your security staff was completely unacceptable. No guest should expect to be grabbed multiple times, physically removed without explanation, and publicly humiliated while simply enjoying dinner with friends. This incident ruined our evening and has completely changed the way we view Cannery. We came to your restaurant expecting to have a great night together and instead watched one of our friends be physically manhandled and removed without any apparent justification. I respectfully request what concrete steps Cannery will be taking to ensure that no guest is subjected to this type of treatment in the future. Given the seriousness of what occurred, I also believe it is appropriate for Cannery to consider how it intends to make this situation right. I would appreciate hearing what resolution you believe is appropriate in light of the physical handling, public humiliation, and distress caused to our entire group. read more

So embarrassed that I took my dad here for Father's day that I'm writing this at 4 in the morning the next day. My family has enjoyed the Cannery many times, but we haven't been here for a few years. I thought it would the perfect place to take my dad as a nostalgic day. My dad is not into celebrations - but I talked him into letting us take him out. It's four people total. We get a call that there is a special pre-fixed bbq menu at $75 a person. This is a bit more than what we would normally pay per person and would give us no individual choice - but I trusted that the Cannery would make this a stellar experience at that price. Oh boy, I regret not taking pictures of this. We told them we don't eat pork and they kindly accommodated - but that just made the portions even worse (they did not replace food - just omitted it). At the end of the day, we got 4 prawns, 4 tuna sliders, 4 - 4 inch beef sausages, 1/2 chicken, 5 small slices of beef brisket and 4 small sides (in paper cups) for the whole table. Not each person ... for the whole table. For dessert we had very small banana pudding tarts that tasted like boxed pudding. They charged us a full $300. For sharing this small amount of food. My dad even made a comment that this is a lot of money for what we got. I have no issue paying $300 here at the Cannery - but for the Cannery experience we know and love - not this. My dad watched me pay for this - which added insult to injury. I am still in disbelief. read more

Unfortunately our dining experience during lunch was a disappointment. We had plans to go to a different restaurant, and last second we decided To give the cannery a try. The hostess was extremely friendly and welcoming and so was the bus boy. Our server probably interacted with us three times, once when we sat down, then when she took our order and then when she gave us our check. Not once did she ask us if our food was ok or if we needed anything. I had to flag down the bus boy to get some more water. For the food, it was ok not the best. I had a chicken salad, the chicken was extremely dry. I hope they become in compliance with the new allergy listing law, because our server had no idea what was safe or not safe for those with allergies or food intolerance. read more

This is my first time at the cannery, and I went out with some coworkers to try it for the very first time. Now I'm very used to seafood, but what I'm not used to is the wait. For the amount of people that were in the restaurant during that time, it felt like it took a while for all of our food to come out. Albeit we did have a pretty large party, about eight people or so. Adding on to this as well, I ordered the lobster roll. While the lobster was very fresh, delicious, and succulent, and the roll in its shell itself was very tasty as well, there were a couple of cracked shells and bones within my lobster roll that I had to manually get out of my teeth. I thought that was a little bit dangerous as well. If you're going to make a good lobster roll, please make sure to have no bones and no missing shells, because it can cause some of your diners, especially the older ones, to choke and maybe even hurt themselves. read more

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I've been here multiple times, and every visit has been fantastic. The service is consistently amazing--everyone is friendly, attentive, and makes you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. One of my favorite things about coming here is enjoying breakfast by the water. There's something so relaxing about starting the day with a beautiful Newport Beach view. The atmosphere is always lovely, and I especially enjoy looking at the jellyfish display and the baseball memorabilia while I'm there. The food and drinks are always excellent. I almost always order the Eggs Benedict, which never disappoints, but the Wagyu hot dog is also absolutely delicious and worth trying. Between the great food, quality drinks, beautiful waterfront setting, and outstanding service, this is one of my favorite spots to visit and a place I keep coming back to. read more

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This is a beautiful location and restaurant, with the emphasis on the decor and atmosphere. We had reservations for 8:00 p.m. but were told no one in leaving, so we have to wait. We sat down at 8:30 p.m. Right from the start, I told the hostess that we had a handicapped person who can't do stairs. She offed no help or assistance to us. We parked outside and walked up a ramp full of chairs and potted plants. The staff offered no assistance, so I had to move everything myself. After waiting 30 minutes we sat down. At 8:40 p.m we ordered our meals, and at 9:25 p.m. our food came. That is a long time to wait with no bread. Our appetizer came with strange sauces. Calamari should have a tangy sauce to dip it in, instead of that we were given mayo and shrimp sauce. One small slice of lemon. Not the best. I was shocked by my highly recommended halibut which came with no potatoes or rice. The meals came with no bread at all. The fish was seasoned well, but came with no sauce or butter on top. It was dry with corn and pickled onions. I told my waiter after such a long wait, that I was not happy with the fish. His response was also shocking to all of us. He said, "Just try it, you need to eat some." I was hoping he might say, "Let me get you something else, or can I get some sauce for that?" Our waiter came to us a few times, but the rest of the time, he disappeared in the back. I had to ask others to help us. He was friendly but not available. Five stars for the interior design, three stars for the food and price, and two stars for service. Parking is an extra $25 with tip. This restaurant is almost impossible for a handicapped person, that is unless they have a plan how to assist. The ramp will not get you to the hostess stand. There are stairs everywhere. It is a beautiful place, but has a limited menu with poor service for the money. read more

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We came here for Memorial Day weekend and were pleasantly surprised that we were able to get a reservation for 6 the same evening, which was a huge plus. The service was a bit slow at times, but everyone was very friendly and our waitress did apologize for the delays, which we appreciated. As for the food, overall everything tasted very good with just a few exceptions. The calamari was lightly fried to perfection and perfectly salted. The accompanying sauce was delicious. The sourdough bread rolls were another standout -- soft and warm on the inside with a crispy exterior. The branzino was perfectly cooked, flavorful, and very fresh. The burger was equally delicious. The bun was fresh and perfectly toasted, the bacon was honestly some of the best I've had and cooked perfectly, and the meat was cooked to the perfect temperature with a great balance of cheese and condiments. The fish and chips was slightly too bready for my taste, but the fish itself tasted very fresh and was well seasoned. The carrot cake was decent. The cream cheese-to-cake ratio was good, but I do wish the cake itself had been a bit softer. The one dish that really missed the mark was the lobster roll. While the lobster itself was delicious and perfectly cooked, there was simply too much bread and the bread-to-lobster ratio felt off. Also, it comes cold by default, so if you prefer it hot, make sure to request it. The fries that accompanied it were also too soggy. That said, the food overall tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared, and because of that, I would definitely come back to try more items on the menu. read more

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I was excited to try this restaurant but left slightly dissapointed. It has a beautiful location near Lido. One of the first things I noticed is that the restaurant is not ADA friendly. Although there is a ramp, there were objects such as chairs and plants blocking the way. If you do not have someone to help you move the objects out of the way, It will be extremely difficult. Food: We ordered 2 fish dishes, a mushroom risotto, and calamari. The calamari was crispy and well seasoned, but did not have enough dipping sauces. The risotto tasted great with a nice truffle flavor. However, it did not have enough seasoning. The halibut was a bit small for the price. Service: The service during our visit was okay. Our server was friendly but not attentive. We had to wait a long time for our meal to arrive. Our server made a rude comment when we expressed our dissapointment with one of our dishes. He told us that we should try it. Ambiance: The interior of the restaurant is beautiful. There is plenty of comfortable seating. My biggest disappointment with this restaurant is that it it isn't ADA friendly. In addition to the ramp with objects in the way, there are lots of steps in the restaurant. read more

The Cannery - Fried calamari - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Second time here and I enjoyed it as much as the first time. Genuine old school charm environment, fresh seafood, great mixologists and a dock for your boat make this a winning proposition. Enjoyed the choppino, double pork chop and sea bass. Had too many cocktails to recall what stood out but they were good nonetheless. The whole experience doesn't come cheap though. read more

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What a spot! Wow! Everyone who is anyone seems to know about this happy hour. We inadvertently showed up on a Saturday at 3:15 and were told that the line with 20 people already in it, was for the happy hour that starts at 3:30. We jumped in line like good the good (and eager) happy hour guests that we are. They wait until exactly 3:30 to let everyone in. We all get in find our seats. The bar starts poppin' It fills up with beautiful young people and it's just great people watching. We ordered a few things. Drinks are NOT on happy hour. Just a few good food options. The rolls are all pretty good. But I'm a sushi snob, so I can find fault with any American style rolls. But they are good for what they are. The drinks are kinda pricey. Normal for the area $18-$20. Beers are kinda normal priced at $9-$11 The bartenders are super friendly and efficient. They have the whole happy hour thing down. If I had known about this place when I was single, I would have been here every night. Love it! read more

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Friends and I went for a later reservation here on a Saturday and had an excellent dining experience. Our server, Romie, was extremely personable and was cracking jokes with us from the beginning. Decor is very charming. Was not too busy when we arrived around 8:45 and got less busy, as we were there. Drinks were excellent. Believe it or not, I think the soups were the star. It was one of the best clam chowders I've ever had and a friend of mine got the French Onion, which was even better when I tried it. Black cod was my entree with an Asian preparation, which worked nicely. Great time and one I'd recommend to anyone in the area. I would go back on another trip to Newport Beach. read more

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What a great place to have a special occasion! Celebrated a 90th birthday here. They serve brunch on Saturdays and Sundays! Bottomless champagne for $20 person... Not bad. read more

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It is our first time here. We went during happy hour. Plenty of parking, would advise to find a parking on the street to avoid paying for valet. We had sushi and Sashimi. The sashimis are good and fresh. Then popcorn shrimp is one of the best. The Chilean sea bass miso is reallyyy good. The servers are very attentive. Tyler is really pleasant and help us with their menu. Gave us some suggestions. We met their sous chef too. We sat by the window overlooking the water side. Lota of seatings and by 4 pm the place is almost full. Highly recommended!!! read more

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We had a large group that bought out the restaurant. The food was delicious. The service was outstanding. The ambiance was beautiful being right on the water and nice decor. A 5* experience. read more

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The Cannery -the ultimate stop for our Duffy! Celebrated a friend's birthday at The Cannery and docked our Duffy there - so cool to hop off the Duffy and enter the restaurant. Ordered the swordfish tacos, clam chowder - delicious! Entrees were huge! Ended the dinner with the molten chocolate cake and Carrot Cake. Highly recommend The Cannery! read more

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An extraordinary, excellent dinner experience! Our service was excellent, attentive, coursed our small plates and entrees well. All wait staff were polite and friendly. Ambiance is beautiful including the jellyfish tank. Beauties! Cocktails were made well and nice wine selection. Appetizers- the oysters were fresh & served with just the right condiments. The Spanish octopus appetizer was incredibly tender with small potatoes & sauce / perfect. Entrees - the shellfish trio is amazing, on Meyer lemon risotto. Can't say enough about how perfectly cooked - the lobster tail, scallops and shrimp all just right. The black cod with sweet miso marinade was wonderful. We had pumpkin butter cake for dessert, served warm with whipped cream & shared by all. We love this venue on the water and their food. read more

We were in the area for the Newport Christmas Boat Parade and we made a point to stop for a quick espresso martini, one of their most popular drinks. They hit the spot and we only wish we could have stayed for dinner to enjoy their delicious food. The service was great and always with a smile. The ambiance was loud but with happy cheer. There were lots of holiday groups enjoying their night. read more

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My wife and I visited The Cannery for our 15-year anniversary on November 29, 2025. This restaurant holds a lot of sentimental meaning for us: it's where we had our first date, where I proposed one year later, and now, 15 years after that, we returned to celebrate again. Oddly enough, on all three occasions we happened to sit in three sequential booths near the front, overlooking the waterfront. My wife commented that her dirty martinis were some of the best she could remember and really enjoyed them--they were quite strong, as was my Captain Morgan and Coke. We started with the bread service, which comes with both regular butter and a sweetened butter. Both were delicious, and I preferred the sourdough rolls over the squaw rolls. Next, we shared the shrimp cocktail. The shrimp were large and fresh, served with cocktail sauce and what seemed to be a tartar-style sauce. (It was also pretty comical that the shrimp arrangement resembled a smiley face.) If I were to give a suggestion, it's that I would have liked a bit more cocktail sauce. We then had the Shellfish Trio, which includes lobster, shrimp, and scallops served with risotto. This was a delicious dish--plenty of food for my wife and I to split as a meal. The staff kindly brought us a chocolate molten cake as an anniversary gift to top it all off... It was rich, warm, and delicious. We really enjoyed our meal. The service was excellent, the views were wonderful, and this restaurant carries a lot of history for my wife and me. The staff were also very kind and gave my wife a little bouquet of flowers for our anniversary. We will definitely be back! read more

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A truly beautiful restaurant with fantastic food, great cocktails, fresh sushi & beautiful harbor views. The staff was extremely attentive & friendly. read more

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This restaurant is right along the water and has really cute vibes inside. They have multiple bars and can pass for both upscale or casual dining depending what you're feeling. Unfortunately, the food was quite overwhelming and overpriced. I didn't feel like the fish tasted fresh, and the fish in the tacos were dry. The tacos also didn't have much flavor to them. Our server also only came by a few times sparsely throughout the dinner so it took a while to get anything done. Probably won't be coming back here for the food, but vibes are nice! read more

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I always enjoy the cannery. Food is always amazing and the ambiance as well as the service are outstanding

Loud. Busy on weekends. Place to be seen it seems, but by who? Large portion sizes. The $9 Mac and cheese was the best deal- giant boat enough for a meal. Fish is fine, nothing special. Was not given preferred outside seating that was reserved. read more

Talk about a good meal! It's not often that this price tag makes me say something is worth it but I'd go back tomorrow. Great vibes and I'm sure it's even nicer in the day when you can see out to the marina. Our waitress was super cool too. read more

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I have been coming to this restaurant for 32 years and it has changed a lot over that time for the good most of the time. But this time around was not great. The menu was odd. It has a lot of different items that don't match. Mexican, sushi, brunch, seafood. I won't be back. read more

This location sits right in the waterfront in Lido Island. It was a soft, pleasant and warm feel sitting in the outdoor covered patio because of the beautiful decor and heaters. The service was fast, great food, and very welcoming. Keep in mind this is a premium restaurant so the process reflect that. But, if you want great food and great service, this is the place. It's romantic so it'll make for a great date night spot. read more

We absolutely love The Cannery for brunch and special occasions! The staff is incredibly kind and welcoming. Ruby was so sweet to us -- she even surprised me with these beautiful flowers for my birthday, which meant so much. She kindly helped take our photo, and the breathtaking bay views made the whole experience feel extra special. Love, love this place and so grateful for such genuine hospitality. We will always be back read more

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Always have An amazing time coming here for industry night on Monday. The open seating always makes it easy, we never have a hard time finding a spot. I believe Sophia/Sophie is usually almost always my server when I dine in the lounge she's the best! She's a cute petite brunette with medium length hair, I'm pretty sure that's her name! she is super attentive and always takes great care of me and any guests I bring! This place is known for their seafood and always has very fresh seafood dishes and sushi rolls! Our server last Monday was Curtis and was awesome! He says he's usually down in the main dining room but we were so lucky to have him in the lounge on Monday taking care of us! Super friendly and talented sever! read more

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Work trip experience but my 3rd time here. Good service, very attentive. Wonderful menu selections and no one of our group of five left without being satisfied. Wonderful atmosphere indoor and out depending on the time of year. In the winter months they keep the patio open but enclose for warmth. read more

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Had a wonderful evening at The Cannery in Newport Beach! The food was absolutely fantastic--fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The restaurant had such a warm, festive energy that made the night feel extra special. After dinner, our friends took us out on their boat to watch the Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, and it couldn't have been a more perfect way to celebrate the season. Great food, great company, and magical holiday vibes all around. read more

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The staff was very friendly. The server was attentive and helpful. The ambiance was unique and fun. Definitely makes you feel like you're dining by the ocean. We started off with the calamari, which was great; we all loved. The octopus was good but a bit tough. And the crab cakes was also good; the sauce pairs well with it. I also recommend getting the fries; it was a big portion, perfect to share. We then got a few sushi rolls, and they were all honestly tasty. The dragon roll and the "911" roll weren't two favorites. The menu also offers a wide variety of drinks for everyone's taste. Can't wait to come back and try more great options. read more

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I don't understand some of the negative reviews, my first time experience was quite nice. My server Justin gave us the right amount of attention , he assisted us with menu choices and was very accommodating. There's quite a bit of History in some of the decor, to include the historical connection to baseball. I was in a party of two and we ordered the black cod and the Lobster Pot pie. Both dishes were absolutely delicious! The Lobster Pot Pie was decadent , rich, and the flaky crust was perfectly flaky. It came with a side salad , probably to balance the richness of the Lido structure. I did decrease one star because i honestly cannot justify the pricing of the menu. At this price point i would consider this establishment if it is a special occasion such as an anniversary or promotion . That being said, it was quite a nice experience. read more

The Cannery - Lobster pot pie was out of this world... Side salad was there to make you feel healthy. - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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The meal was stunning. Everyone from the bartender to the bus boys to the waiter were excellent. The food was superb. It was a magical evening. read more

Unfortunately wouldn't go back or recommend to anyone. Service was non existent; was there for 2 hours and only saw our server for maybe 5 minutes (altogether). Ordered a few apps and rolls and nothing stuck out, it was all 'okay.' Also appears the chefs gave up on giving quality rolls (see attached pic). read more

The Cannery - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We had a great time for my wife's birthday. I believe our server was Justin and he was great. No delays. No waits. Poke was super good. Maybe a tad in the salty side but very good. Great little wedge. My wife got the Chilean Sea Bass and I probably should have. One of the best I've ever had. I had the seafood trio...lobster tail, shrimp and scallops. Or should I say scallop. One scallop was disappointing, but it did taste good and the risotto was amazing! Great drinks. They brought her a little cake with a candle which was very nice. Awesome location. Great old school feel. We will come back. read more

Valentina, Craig, Aubrey & Jesus are the best! I had my bonjour 34 birthday brunch here bc $60 bottomless Veuve for 2 hours, duh! It was perfect! Everyone was so helpful and kind! Our table had the best time! We were seated outside, and we had the most beautiful view of the harbor. Even in November, it was clear and flawless! The food was so yummy -- we all enjoyed a very delicious brunch! Sidenote, when we got there, we were seated next to the loveliest table and one of the couples shared with us that they got married at The Cannery in 1978! So iconic! read more

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The Cannery has one of the best Happy Hours M-F from 3:30-6:00. The jellyfish lounge is great for sure, can't get enough of the kung pao calamari. And the bartenders are all awesome. read more

The Cannery - The sol amor is great - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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We sat upstairs. Food and drinks were both delicious. It is first come first serve so you can get a drink at the bar while you scope out a table read more

The Cannery - Seafood Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We came in for Sunday happy hour and the place was bustling! We were lucky to snag a table right away but it quickly filled up. While it did take a bit of time for our server to initially come greet us, after that, he was regularly checking in, taking our order aNd our food came out more timely. As in got busier, it of course got increasingly more loud. It was pretty noisy and difficult to have a conversation without yelling. Lots of energy in the room but Defitnely not a relaxing environment. Our table of four enjoyed sharing 4 sushi rolls, 2 orders of sliders, kung pao chicken and edamame. It was a perfect amount of food. The sushi was great and the crunchy roll was Defitnely my favorite. And the sliders were very good, not over cooked or too bun forward like many tend to be. Very well balanced and with the ideal burger toppings. I also enjoyed the paper plane cocktail and enjoyed the flavor. Overall enjoyed the experience but will look to return outside of peak season! read more

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Service was great ambience great. food marginal. The cannery used to be known for their food. I don't know what's happened. we (a party of 5)ordered appetizers, cocktails, entrées, and dessert. The, mahi-mahi was offered as the fresh seafood of the day which really sound good and was the popular pick. it was dry and overcooked and required the knife and fork to eat this delicate fish! scallop and lobster nothing special either all in all is the seafood was marginal A good place to visit and drink just emphasis on food is no longer there. read more