charming restaurant with wonderful service and food. Important to make reservation--- especially on weekends.

Beautiful little restaurant by the dock. We had our girls brunch birthday party for one of my best gfs. A little pricey but the food looked amazing and we had a great time. Such a cute place for a date or brunch with girlfriends. Would love to come back here with my husband next time we have our date day/night :) read more

Never in All my Dining travels have I seen a $55.00 Corkage Fee, even in NYC. Then they have the Audacity to say One bottle per table.

If you want a perfect date night, you got a spot here. I took my husband for his birthday, and it couldn't have been more perfect. The food is immaculate. The staff is very knowledgeable. Their recommendation of the wine pairing was spot on. Amazing view. The list goes on. From the starter to the dessert,... the whole experience is outstanding. read more

I really want to like this place, but it's just ok. Based on reviews and the fact that this place is waterfront, I expected more. Came for brunch for a birthday and the menu was prix fixe. I wasn't blown away by the first course selection and ordered the salad, which I thought to be the grilled romaine that I saw all over Yelp. Unfortunately, it was a flavorless salad that I ate just because I was hungry. For the main course I ordered the chicken and waffles. Being from Long Beach, where we have a Roscoe's, this is a mistake I should not have made. The presentation was lovely and the waffles were good, but the "fried chicken" was terrible. It was chicken breast meat that was tenderized into thin filets, breaded with maybe some sort of Italian seasoned crumbs (it was an odd flavor profile), and fried. The hazelnut cream had very little discernible flavor and added nothing to the dish. For what it's worth, other people at the brunch enjoyed their plates. The eggs Benedict was a favorite as was the steak sandwich. Another person at the table got the chicken and waffles and we both felt it must have been the "value" item on the menu- where the restaurant must make their profit, as it was the worst made dish for the same price. Service was ok. The waiter didn't make his way over to us often, other than to clear plates. I honestly cannot remember if anyone even asked how we were doing. They did bring out a beautiful chocolate ganache pie(?) with ice cream for the birthday girl, which was a nice touch. I would give this place another shot, but won't be going out of my way to come back. read more

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I've been here a few times and it's an amazing place to go have some Sunday brunch. I made reservations for Mother's Day and they had a preset menu which was very good. My wife and I enjoy coming here. It's got a cozy atmosphere and the chef does an amazing job with anything you order. The place is small so you definitely need to make reservations. The three course we had for Mother's Day was excellent. The pictures speak for themselves and the food was cooked to perfection. Anything you order here will be very tasty, and the view into the little peninsula is a nice to enjoy during your brunch. We will definitely be back. read more

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Small, beautiful restaurant with great service, high end wine, and delicious food! Can't wait to go back. read more

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My husband and I decided to go down to Newport for an early anniversary celebration. The Lido House hotel front desk recommended the Dock as a great place for dinner. They were right!! Food selection was delicious. Yellowtail appetizer melted in our mouth. My husband loves lamb and his entree we cooked to perfection. I ordered ribeye and out was do tasty, I ate the whole thing. What truly made the night though was the incredible service!!!! Especially Eric, Tiffany and Natalie, they were super attentive and friendly/engaging. Thanks for making our anniversary special. read more

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Great place with delicious food! We enjoyed our birthday dinner last night and everything we ordered was yummy! The lamb was my favorite! Great wine selection. We can't wait to go back! read more

This is quickly becoming our favorite local restaurant in Newport Beach! Located on the water with cozy booths and heaters to keep you snug and warm. But, the best part is the food and wine and of course the staff! Dinner is amazing and innovative (not weird innovative). Delicious pairings and Erik and Danielle pick the perfect wine every time! Today we had brunch and it is the best in town!!! Incredible Eggs Benedict and a chili short rib omelette. The Bloody Mary is great and we loved watching the boats cruise by while we sipped our cappuccino and champagne! Go here - it has been incredible every time! read more

The Dock - Eggs Benedict - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The Dock is a delight. It's open, refreshing... easy breezy PLUS a seasonal exciting fresh menu. A special server named Danielle makes the experience especially enjoyable. One of my favorite OC brunch spots. Go immediately read more

2 course PRE-FIXE BRUNCH $30 There is just something about eating next to the water and watching boats sail by... ambiance is PERFECTION for a bridal shower/baby shower or a girls brunch! I would say the ONLY con was that PARKING IS HORRENDOUS and it is not AYCD Other than that, MUY BUENO (unlike other reviews, our service was attentive and on point!) The FOOD: I had the Steak Tartar and the Eggs Benedict. BOTH DELICIOUS (pictures posted). I have honestly never had steak tartar (always tuna tartar)-- super flavorful! Eggs Benedict is so boring usually..but this one comes with PORKBELLY and who doesn't love porkbelly!!! The eggs were poached perfectly and I felt very satisfied as I poked open my egg yolk and watched it flood my plate. I know people have commented that the portion sizes were small but I was SO FULL afterwards. The man had the Albacore Tataki and Grilled Prawns-- he is a SEAFOOD LOVER. He was 100% satisfied. I had a taste of his albacore Tataki and YUM it was SOO good! The grilled prawns came on a bed of risotto which was melt in your mouth. He was ALSO very full after his meal, even though it didn't especially look like a ton of food..he did eat more than a few bites of my food though :P I enjoyed 2 hibiscus Mimosas. Beautiful coloring and potent! Much more "sour" than sweet, sort of like a grapefruit--if you are into that. I could have drank hibiscus mimosas all day and sat by the water! But its okay..i'll be back! read more

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This lovely restaurant is another level of dining experience. If you want to make your evening very memorable, you can't go wrong! You feel very special at the Dock: Location - There is no comparable in the area. Servers are first class - Hospitality at its best; each one of them are very knowledgeable, experienced and obvious they love making their customers very special, always with a genuine smile on their faces. Attention to every detail is incredible. The quality of the wine glasses, the silverware, the dinnerware and then the fresh flowers everywhere. Last but not least - The chef's creative delicious food paired with a very rich wine list! Thank you TEAM DOCK! read more

Thank you Yelpers for recommending this amazing restaurant for brunch while visiting Newport Beach! I love the atmosphere, amazingly delicious food and Danielle, my waitress was very gracious in recommending the right wine! I chose a lovely Savignon Blanc - Jacque Rouze, Quincy, from Loire Valley 2011 The had a pre-fix two course special for $30 which was really nice.... My potato latkes with salmon were truly special with caviar.... Risotto with artichokes and shrimp another great choice and coconut ice cream with a crispy wafer.... I almost forgot to mention how much I enjoyed watching the yachts and people coming in from their boats to enjoy a special meal. I felt like I was on vacation... well actually I was for a day.... This is the perfect way to end the closing of my art show in Newport Beach and celebrate with this special brunch.... Life is about celebrating small or large events in one's life and today was one of them for me... This is one of those romantic restaurants you wish your man would take you, well today I took myself and loved it.... read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in the OC for fine dining . Service is always outstanding and the restaurant has such a lovely ambiance. The chef always sends a little taste to start the meal . Ours was a little roasted duck on a crostini. My first course was the pork belly , cooked to perfection with a little crunch on a pineapple bed with fennel. Second course the jumbo scallops seared perfectly on a bed of quinoa and fennel. Was hoping for the shoestring fries but chef took them off the menu. Our table was lovely very close to the main open are with full view of the Dock and the full moon . Our server was so lovely I forgot her name but she served us last time and I know she really knows her wine and recommends perfectly. Also offered a pour to see if I liked it or not . We had the most delicious and delightful dessert complements of the house . Hazelnut gelato with a little chocolate crunch bar and salted caramel sublime! My husband enjoyed his lobster appetizer and octopus tremendously. The seafood here is some of the best in Newport! Always so fresh! read more

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My husband and I were looking for a nice place to have a Fancy, romantic brunch on the harbor to celebrate our anniversary and the dock did not disappoint! Though the dock is a very small establishment this adds to its charm as a quiet, quaint little place to enjoy an upscale, amazing meal! The sign is very subtle and parking can be a bit difficult so give yourself time to find it... Or arrive by boat of course (my preference of course - must call ahead to reserve the dock space though!) We were lucky to have a waterside table and it was just so nice and relaxing. The restaurant is on an interior waterway so there is little to no boat traffic but we did see a few kayaks and SUPers. Even if you don't get a harborside table the entire waterfront is open to the restaurant so there are views from every table. As for the food, I got the eggs bene w/ salmon (of course) and my husband got fruit and yogurt and regular sausage and eggs (go figure). Both were tasty and so perfectly prepared but the most lovely part was that they let us use our toasting flutes from our wedding for a bit of brunch mimosa bubbly to celebrate. It was relaxing and delicious and a beautiful setting for a chilled out brunch with the one I love. Flawless service and beautiful location best suited for small parties - I Would definitely come back for another special occasion - a very special spot! read more

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Top 5 restaurants in OC, no question. Every dish we had (party of 4) was extremely well executed and tasted wonderful. It was the best preparation of duck that I have ever had. Perfect setting with the water close by. Beer and wine only but that hardly mattered because their wine list is solid. Even includes some harder to find Napa Valley "cult cabs." Save up and make a reservation, well worth it! read more

The Dock - The view from inside the restaurant during sunset. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

What an amazing dinner! Impeccable service from the entire staff and delicious food! My husband and I will make a point to eat here again next time we are in Newport. read more

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Decent food and lovely views, but ridiculously slow service. The terrible service really put a damper on our experience. Our party of 4 had a 12:30pm reservation and didn't get out of the restaurant until 3:00pm (not by choice)! The service started out fine, and our orders were taken in a timely manner and the first course of our two course Sunday brunch came out fairly quickly. Unfortunately, things went downhill from there. Our main entrees didn't arrive until after 2:00pm, after we'd been there for about an hour and a half! Then, after we requested the bill and put down our credit cards, no one came by to process the payment. When the clock struck 3:00pm, we got up, took our bill and credit cards with us, and walked to the front of the restaurant to pay. Remarkably, no one apologized to us for the inordinate wait for both the entrees as well as the bill. Outrageous! The food was decent. I liked my albacore tartare, and loved my burger! My husband enjoyed his lobster ravioli, but found his chicken and waffles a bit dry. The nautical-themed decor and waterfront setting make The Dock a lovely venue. It's a real shame the service was so absurdly slow - I was truly shocked. read more

Such a cute, classy restaurant located right on the... DOCK! Who would've guessed?? 10 of my girl friends had lovely Sunday brunch here. Brunch is around $25 and you get an appetizer and an entree. I ordered the Steak Tartar for my appetizer and The Grilled Prawns for my entree. I was expecting my Steak Tartar to be like seared ahi tuna, but it was more like a mush. It was really good in a surprising way... very flavorful and it had the texture of raw fish at a sushi restaurant. Haha, that might not sound too great, but I really enjoyed it. The Grilled Prawns were an excellent choice for me. I love shrimp, asparagus, and risotto, so it was a great combination. The restaurant itself is partially indoor and partially outdoor. It's open air overlooking the docks. It was a foggy morning when we went, but if the sun was out it would've been a lot better. They have an extensive selection of wines. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to try any since I partied a little too hard the night before. The sight/smell of it would've sent me running to you know where. Overall, The Dock is a great place to go if you're in ever in the area. It's classy, trendy, and modern. Looks like it could be a great spot for a dinner date too. Oh yea, watch out for parking. Put enough money in the meter and put in more if you need to. I got a ticket! :( read more

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This restaurant is a beautiful, intimate space up against the dock. Great service and good food. Husband had the scallops and they were phenomenal. I had the halibut and it was just okay. It was a delicate piece of fish, and the portion was right, but overall the dish was very bland. If I had ordered the scallops this would probably be 5 stars. The wine was great, and the special touch of gratuitous champagne for our anniversary was so lovely. We will be back. read more

Sunday Brunch at The Dock was everything I hoped it would be and more. After walking through the restaurant to the patio and getting a view of what our Brunch entailed a smile crept across my lips. It was perfect. Beautifully set tables, linens, and flowers. A floating patio sitting directly on the harbor with a beautiful view of the yachts and sailboats. There was also a small dock that stretched out to the water where boats would come dock and their owners would walk up and onto the patio for lunch. My friend and I ordered both the Eggs Benedict and the French Toast. Both were good but the French Toast was absolutely amazing. It was covered in blueberries, injected with a custard/creme and was perfectly cooked. If I could eat only one food for the rest of my life, it would be that French Toast. The service was amazing. There was always someone watching and checking in with us. Our glasses were always full, our check was on the table just as we finished. This was nothing less than a 5 star experience (with the exception of my friend getting hit in the head with the sun umbrella by the server, no serious injuries) read more

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a beautiful place to have breakfast/brunch/lunch when the sun is shining. The scenery doesn't get any better than this place, where you are actually seated at an outdoor patio on the dock. The food is averaged price. ONE IMPORTANT THING...DO NOT GET THE SOUP...dont get me wrong, the soup is very good, but if you are one of those people who wants the most for your buck...do not get it. From what Ive heard, their chicken sandwich is one of their most popular items. Another cool thing about this place is their selection of champagnes and wine. Great service, great view, good food, highly recommended for an escape from the normal brunch spots. UNTIL THEN ^-^ read more

The Dock - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Pros: Grilled prawns, Sunday Prix Fixe Brunch $25 Cons: Street parking can get crowded Went here with the wifey for brunch last Sunday. It's kinda hidden off a tiny street heading toward the peninsula. There's really only metered street parking ($1 per hour). Luckily most of the meters in the area take credit card. The space itself isn't too big, but its right off a dock on the marina. All the seats are in a covered outdoor patio. Pretty nice decor. On Sundays, they have a $25 prix fixe menu. This includes a first course and a second course. I ended up getting a salad for my first and grilled prawns with risotto for my second. My wife got the calamari and a steak sandwich. The calamari was really good. The breading was just right. Not too heavy and nice and crispy. I also really enjoyed my prawns. They were pretty big and the risotto was delicious. Although we didn't get any drinks, they serve mimosas and bloody mary's for reasonable prices. Anyway, great place if you're looking for a new brunch spot. read more

The Dock - Asparagus salad - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

We traveled from LA to have a family sunset dinner. I have to say The Dock didn't disappoint! From the moment we walked until we left, everything was excellent. The food and service were exceptional. I would definitely come back here and recommend it to my friends. read more

What can we say that hasn't already been said about this little treasure. Anytime we make it to orange county we never miss the chance to stop for a great meal here. Our most recent visit included an amazing grilled octopus salad, and a complementary hazelnut dessert. Of course we also just had to have a couple of bottles of champagne to go with this. May The Dock ever float. read more

The Dock - The grilled octopus salad. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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I would definitely come back here for the ambiance. Perfect for romantic dates, bridal showers, bachelorettes, birthdays, etc The restaurant is elegantly dec-ed out and is located right by the water. I came here on a Sunday morning for their pre-fixed 2 course meal ($30). I got the albacore tataki as my first meal and it was pretty good. For my second course, I got the omelet. I actually didn't really like it. The omelet was kinda tasteless and it comes with a kale salad which I personally don't like. I tried my friends eggs benedict and liked his dish a lot more. If you're looking for a relaxing peaceful brunch, this is the place for you. I loved watching boats sail by and people paddle boarding as I enjoyed my brunch :) read more

The Dock - Albacore Tataki - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Absolutely delicious!! Me and two coworkers came here for dinner. We were visiting Costa Mesa on business. The food, ambiance (inside the restaurant) and service were all excellent! We were welcomed with a sample of ratatouille and warm breads Then I started with the lemon grilled artichokes which also had a small salad. It was so fresh and perfectly seasoned. The olive tapenade on the plate was perfect- not too salty but very favorable and complemented the veggies well. Coworker number 1 ordered the octopus for her meal as she is a pescatarian. She loved it. Coworker #2 had the pea risotto over hummus and topped with ratatouille. Her dish also had asparagus and broccolini. This wasn't on the menu but all I needed to do was note in the reservation that I was coming with vegetarians and they accommodated us. I had the rack of lamb and oh my-so juicy and flavorful!! Coworker #2 loved her risotto dish! I also had a taste and it was magnificent. We finished the night with the trio of sorbet (they gave us four scoops) and a complimentary hazelnut ganache dessert. If you are in town, you have to visit! If you live here, lucky you! If I'm ever back this way, I will absolutely be back to try other things on the menu. I highly recommend this restaurant. read more

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One of my dearest friends had a bday so I decided I was going to take him to dinner. A short yelp later, I figured this place sounded pretty nifty. I didn't realize this place is literally on the water. From our table, I literally could've tossed bread to fish below, had there been any. The restaurant was open air, so thankfully I had a jacket as it was very cold. The rocks on fire was a nice heater too. The restaurant was small and intimate but not once do I think I heard other diners' conversations, perhaps partly because my own is always entertaining, but I think mainly because it's not a loud crazy place. It's just perfect for a relaxed dinner. Our server was very kind and very sweet and I think he understood but laughed sweetly at all my ridiculous substitutions. Hey, a girl's gotta' keep a slim figure and it's not going to be by eating risotto. Food wise, the halibut was divine. And I think the steak was too because all I saw was a blur above my friend's plate. Coupled with some nice wine which I'll have to remember the name of, and we had ourselves an enjoyable little evening. I'll have to make it a point to come back. read more

EXCELLENT SERVICE AND DELICIOUSLY SCRUMPTIOUS FOOD. Do yourself a favor and ask to have Tiffany as your server. Extremely pleasant demeanor and was an absolute gem. Definitely made the experience that much better. If they have the mushroom soup, get 2 orders. Trust me, you'll be thankful you did. Tiffany also took our photo on the dock. We almost fell in at the end, but so worth it :) read more

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4 stars for the service and 3 stars for the Sunday brunch menu. I celebrated my baby shower here and service was very attentive and nice, they even cut the cake for us. Very relaxing ambiance and cozy too, just right by the water. As for the food, I don't really care, just a very nice presentation. One day, I'll come back and try their regular menu. read more

I was pleasantly surprised with The Dock! My girlfriends and came here for Sunday brunch. Everyone knows you can't go wrong with mimosas and girl talk! But this restaurant is so cute and quaint inside! It lies right on the "dock." You can see people paddling by and boast passing through. The restaurant offers an awesome Sunday Brunch Pre Fix menu for $30... Steal! For my first course I ordered the Steak Tartar... Delicious! My second course was the Eggs Benedict... Classic favorite of mine for brunch... Hollandaise sauce was perfection! It was my first time trying a "hibiscus mimosa" and I really enjoyed it. It was more a tropical flavored mimosa and I really liked the twist! The atmosphere and vibe were perfect for brunch and being on the bay just made the afternoon an unforgettable one! I look forward to coming here again! The only reason why I didn't give The Dock 5 stars is because they don't offer BOTTOMLESS mimosas... I need that! Lol! And parking was a bit of a pain with the parking meters! read more

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A beautiful place for brunch. Relaxing place with nice water view! Nice service and delicious food! read more

The Dock - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Great setting by water. Was here for brunch and did the prix fix. Got the mimosa to start...the watermelon buratta was the bomb...everything was really good from the food to the service. read more

Really lovely and quaint place. Had a great brunch here. The atmosphere was perfect for an intimate dining experience. I would recommend this place for 2 or a small party. I tried the steak tartar, shrimp riosotto, beet and goat cheese salad and, the truffle omelette which I have no complaints about. I would come back just for the ambience and nice service. read more

The Dock - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

The Dock is a really nice, but pricy restaurant located on the harbor of Newport Beach. The dock is the right name for it because you literally feel like the restaurant is built on a dock - if you sit at one of the tables along the edge, you can look down and see water. For those of you with boats, you can dock and eat. The food is really well prepared. I got a venison platter while my wife chose the NY stake. Both were delicious and cooked perfectly. We also got a half bottle of wine. We would have gotten a full bottle but they only had one cab on the menu and it was well over $100!! So we settled for a half bottle, which was really good. My only complaint is that the wine was way overpriced relative to the food and there was no selection of cabs which is essential when serving red meat. read more

The Dock - Venison plate. Very good. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

My boyfriend took me here last weekend as payment for a bet he recently lost. I didn't look up the restaurant going into it since he made the plans and was pleasantly surprised. The place is quaint, but elegant. When we first got dropped off by our uber I thought it looked really quiet, only to be led to a buzzing, open air back patio right on the harbor. The seating is intimate and they have heaters and portable fire pits if you get cold. We chose a great bottle of wine, the only red under $100, and were pleased with our choice. Jonata Todos 2009. I'd recommend it and will look to buy it for home for sure. After ordering they even brought out an amuse-bouche on a spoon. It was some sort of cold fish with a jelly and was very tasty. I definitely appreciate the extra touches when you're paying so much for a meal. Elevates the experience. APPETIZERS: We are really into fois gras right now so we jumped on the chef special. It was served cold which we weren't used to but it was really like butter paired with a slice of bread and some fruits. Definitely recommend if you can handle the richness. Our waitress also brought out a sample of sweet wine for us to pair with it. Again, a really nice added touch. We also got the heirloom tomato salad, which I loved because the focus wasn't on the to stop at all. It was mostly burrata, watermelon, pesto, toasted crouton and some fresh tomatoes. Big win. ENTREES: I got the short rib. It was delicious and flavorful and melted in my mouth with every bite. It was a large portion (as it should be for the price) and came with risotto and mushrooms. My boyfriend got the duck two ways. He really enjoyed it but we agreed that my short rib took the cake. DESSERT: We almost passed this up but couldn't do it after we saw the table next to ours enjoying theirs. We got the creme brûlée with cinnamon beignets and it was to die for. I wonder if I can go back and just make a reservation for dessert. SERVICE: Excellent. Attentive but not annoying. Knowledgable but not pushy. Top notch. Overall, this was a pleasantly elegant dinner with delicious flavors and fantastic service. We definitely can't afford to dine this way every weekend (our check before tip was well over $200) but I'll be back for sure. Maybe after I win my next bet. read more

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Amazing night all together! We came here for my birthday and our waiter and waitress truly made the night a special one! It is a tiny place, but they work well with their space. I felt like we were at our own kitchen table all night. The wine list is full of quality wine and or glasses were never empty! We started with the cold water lobster dish and the flavor was out of this world. Mangos, avocado and lobster! I had the scallops as a main course and my boyfriend had the duck. Both dishes melted in your mouth and we're full of flavor. We will 100% be back. Definitely make a reservation because I believe they always have a full house! We were not rushed out after our dinner either. We were able to just relax and have a conversation while finishing our wine and just enjoying the views! read more

What better place to celebrate your 7 year anniversary with your gf than here? This place has became a MUST visit! I would call this a true hidden Gem and would love to keep it a secret spot but it would not do any justice for this place; I have to share my experience and hope you all give this place a feel! It is so personable, can be intimate, you have views of the water and the boats passing and the food; the food is ridiculously amazing! The staff is absolutely delightful and they're very attentive, they know the food from the ingredients to how it's cooked and can accommodate to your liking! This will not be our last visit, and for many more to come! read more

Expecting this place to be packed during Labor Day weekend, I made reservations the day before just to be safe. I was surprised that it was pretty empty during my entire visit (12 - 1:30). Anyway, this place is hidden in an alley way and only has street parking. The decor of the restaurant had a resort-feel to it and was very relaxing to dine at. The view wasn't necessarily the greatest - it was mainly the dock. Alright, let's get to the food. Here's what we ordered: - French toast - Croque monsieur - Smoked salmon benedict I got the French toast and thought it was delicious. It was made with brioche bread and didn't feel heavy or oily at all. I liked that it wasn't overly soft (I don't like soufflé-like textures...) and that the blueberry compote and maple syrup wasn't super sweet. The croque monsieur, which came with a side of salad, and the smoked salmon benedict were equally tasty. I also liked the "muffins" they served......and the mimosa wasn't bad either. As we sat and talked, the table next to us had food being served to them. Maaaaan, it (sliders and calamari, namely) smelled so good that we joked about staying for lunch. The staff was very friendly but not to the point where it became annoying. The prices were pretty reasonable. Will definitely return! read more

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