This restaurant is 10 stars! Our meal was fabulous and the staff awesome. Enjoyed watching the boats pass by.

My wife and I came here for our first marriage anniversary. It was exactly what we were expecting and wanting in a fine dining experience. The space is small and intimate, and not over crowded at all. The staff are all very friendly and attentive, but not overbearing and the atmosphere was wonderful. Light music, right on the water, no sun glaring on the patio. I cannot remember our servers name, but he was absolutely lovely. He knew it was our anniversary and made a clear effort to make us feel the love. Now, food and drink. I am a whiskey drinker, so first and foremost, excellent selection of whiskeys. My wife had the blackberry margarita. Both were great. The food was the real show though. The chef started us with a single bight starter, 8.0. The first course we got two different ones and shared, The Little Gem and Roasted Pear Salad. Both had very unique flavors that blended so well, 8.5. For our main course in order the chefs fish of the day and my wife got Salmon. Both of them were absolutely amazing. The flavors, the sauce, the creativity, all of it. I was blown away by how the chef could create such fun dishes. Bravo! 9.5. For desert we were treated to an off menu chocolate ganache, hazelnut ice cream and berry dish, of course also amazing. Bottom line, this was such a fun date with my wife. Neither of us are "foodies" but totally enjoyed this experience. If you enjoy a fine dining experience with excellent food, this is it. Would come back again! read more

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All around a five star dining experience. Quiet, quaint, high quality dining room with great view and ambience. The service and food are top notch and this is a must try; add to your destination list, date night, dining experience. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! read more

I've had this lovely restaurant in my bookmarks for months, if not longer! Why did I wait so long to come here??? My boyfriend asked me to pick where I wanted to go for my birthday, and finally, we made it here. Of course the view is beautiful but besides that, the ambience is peaceful and intimate. It is a very small place so it's highly recommended to make a reservation, which it was very easy to do through Yelp. Everything we tried was excellent, the octopus was by far my favorite. The best part of the evening was our server. She was beyond knowledgeable, from the menu and the wine list. We trusted her to pair the wine choices with our meal, it was perfect! Highly recommend this restaurant, well worth it and would love to return in the future. read more

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LOVE this place! It's definitely a special occasion restaurant. Every single thing is amazing. I came with my husband and we had the mushroom soup, octopus, pork belly, scallops and the pork chop. Definitely coming again. The servers are all excellent, service is top notch. The chef is superb. If you're looking for a place to impress your date this is the place for you. read more

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Fantastic food and service! Just wow! I enjoyed the most amazing dinner with family and a friend. We had a selection of their appetizers as well as shared our mains. The Baby Beets were our favorite first. But the Sashimi, Short Rib Tartare, Pork Belly, and Shrimp and Crab Louie were all equally fantastic. For entrees, the Lamb is AMAZING, perfectly tender and medium rare. The Salmon was easily my second favorite with the Osso Buco trailing only slightly behind. Service was equally fantastic. Often places focus too much on their menu but have the worst service that sours the experience more than the food can compensate for. The level of service here sweetens the experience, making every bite that much better. I look forward to coming back again, though I hope that it is brighter outside next time; coming right after the time change robbed us of the dockside views. I would not recommend this place for children, unless you have a highly refined child that will enjoy and value the experience. read more

This precious Gem is a must! Made reservations through open table 5:30 pm came early for parking since it is a one way street and most meters that go on until 6pm then free of charge after that. Upon arrival 5:20 we were greeted and seated right away. Note: they do call you day before to confirm reservation and ask to hold a card on file. If you are a no show they will charge you $50 per guest reservation. So be sure to make it! The atmosphere is calming and nice touch of etiquette. Dress code is smart casual but everyone was glammed up. So refreshing open area you can see the water. Everyone was in tune with their company. The service here is way up to par. For the first course we enjoys the pork belly and the sashimi. They were both amazing. Main course Rack of lambs: This is what they are known for but in my opinion was very gamy. Would pass on this for the next visit. The Filet: would recommend! Temperature medium rare. So thick and juicy was not a disappointment. They give you bread! I love bread because bread is life! Don't be shy to ask for more! Like I mentioned the service was divine! Cannot wait to come back here to try the octopus and they had mentioned to us of the boneless rib! Excited already just thinking about it! read more

The Dock - Rack of lamb - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I booked The Dock very last minute for a business dinner of 19, they were very accommodating at last minute requests. I spoke with Tiffany on the phone who was amazing to work with and ended up being our server as well, the staff were absolutely the best!! The food was on point and everyone kept raving about how fresh and fantastic it was the next day. I look forward to them hosting our business dinners in the future. read more

As restaurants figure out the new rules of operating in a Corona world, there seems to be an extra sense of customer appreciation at The Dock. As we came in for our reservation, we were greeted with some very friendly and welcoming staff and we were taken to our table right away. This type of service kept up all evening long and by the end of our meal, we were so happy with our experience, we didn't want to leave. First off, let me say that our server Tiffany was exceptional. She knows what classic dining service is all about and she worked through the Covid regulations like a knife through warm butter. Her attention and care to our table was better than most places, without the mask, gloves, plexiglass barriers and social distancing. The food was also excellent. The menu is not complicated or copious, just a few classic standards, wonderfully prepared and plated. The Fresh Alaskan Halibut was served with a Creamy Parmesan Quinoa, Pan Seared Wild Mushrooms and English Peas. Maine Diver Scallops were served with Caramelized Cauliflower, Brown Butter Golden Raisins Purée and Toasted Almonds. Protein and veg doesn't get much better than this. The Dock is a winning combination. The service, food and outdoor dining right on the water, it's a perfect evening. Ask for Tiffany and you won't be disappointed! One of the best dining experiences I've had in recent memory. read more

The Dock - Fresh Alaskan Halibut served with a creamy Parmesan quinoa, pan-seared wild mushrooms and English peas. An exceptional dish. - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Best restaurant I have ever been to. They only book a certain amount of tables per night, reservation weeks in advanced pretty much required unless you know them or something of that sort etc All of the food & drinks are excellent & the staff all gives personalized experience. They are able to have the education about everything on the menu and honor dietary restrictions. Have been here 3 times now. Last time was for my 21st birthday and it was an awesome time. Is it cheap ? Not even close, it's Very expensive however this is a meal that will re charge any battery. Not to mention the clientele who comes here is a very high quality type. I met a few very smart people who were able to offer me advice and indulged in conversations that told me things that I remember to this day. I look forward to visiting again for my birthday coming up this August. read more

Had I not looked up restaurants with patio seating, a view of the water, and solid COVID-19 practices, I probably wouldn't have found this place. I will start out by saying the one negative for me was that they really didn't distance us far enough from the tables/people around us. But, all employees were masked the entire time. There were acrylic screens between tables, and everyone was required to wear masks except while seated at their table. And, oh, single use menus. Super great. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. We appreciated all the staff being cautious and practicing good cleanliness. We did drinks, an appetizer, a main each, and a dessert. And it was all so yummy! Really delicious. The pork chop was cooked perfectly and so was the filet. The blue crab Beignets were suprisingly good. And the molten chocolate lava cake was a great finish. We spent a lovely 2 hours there and never felt rushed. They took good care of us and I think we will definitely come back... hopefully not adjacent to quite as many loud drunk folks... but, hey, that wasn't The Dock's fault. Check this place out for a semi-fancy but super tasty dinner sometime. read more

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Absolutely one of the best dining experiences we've had in a long time. Fabulous atmosphere & superb service. Great assistance with our wine selection. Octopus appetizer. Duck & beef short rib mains. Cheese plate dessert. Birthday raspberry sorbet. The whole experience could not have been better. read more

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My wife and I just finished an absolutely delicious meal at The Dock restaurant to celebrate our 10th anniversary. We were seated at a white linen-covered table for two at the open-air end of the restaurant facing the marina. The cool ocean breeze and setting sun created a perfect ambiance for our celebration. To start, our wonderful server, Danielle, brought us a complimentary glass of California sparkling wine and delicious warm, crusty bread, fresh out of the oven with creamy soft butter. Next came a delightful complimentary amuse-bouche of blue crab and watermelon with a creamy sauce--a refreshing start to a great meal. For the first course, my wife and I tried the sweet and savory pork belly with mango relish and the blue crab beignets with beet slaw and a lightly spicy Cajun aioli. The subtlety and depth of flavor of these two dishes was worth the visit, but the meal just continued to get better. For the second course, my wife ordered the fresh Alaskan halibut, which was the Fish du Jour, perfectly cooked and served over a bed of creamy asparagus risotto, and topped with sautéed leeks. I ordered the duck breast, medium rare, served with a fragrant slightly spicy polenta cake, Fava beans, haricot vert salad, apricot compote with the duck topped with a red wine jus. Everything was cooked to perfection and delicious. The portions were ample but not overwhelming and at this point in the meal we were quite content. However, to our delight and surprise Danielle brought us a complementary Valrona chocolate dessert with praline ice cream and fresh raspberries and blackberries--the perfect ending to a perfect meal. We will definitely return to this wonderful restaurant. read more

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The Dock is nothing less than a magical place. If you are into food, cocktails, and wine, you will be in absolute heaven here. The servers are beyond passionate in what they serve and it is such a beautiful experience with explanations of the flavor profiles of food and drinks. Every single time the experience is awe-striking and you really feel like family here. Everything on the menu is stunning. Anything from a salad, to a crab beignet, to the rack of lamb is absolutely beautiful. Having had most of the menu, it is a phenomenal experience every single time. The staff are just perfect and make the whole meal a true experience that can last as long as you want to stay - you are never going to be pushed out of here. The cocktails are amazing as is the wine and the flavor profile breakdowns are unreal. Some of my favorite aspects of the meals are the octopus (best in the world), the lamb, duck, scallops... who am I kidding - literally everything is incredible. Do NOT forget the desserts. The molten lava cake is insane, and if that's not your thing, you cannot go wrong with any other option. And do NOT forget to finish with the legendary espresso martinis. This place is heaven on earth. read more

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This place is amazing... they have been here for 15 years and it's delicious. The food is delicious and every plate was meticulously detailed, beautiful and tasted wonderful. We ordered the pork belly and crab cake donuts for an app. We enjoyed the beet salad and we loved the halibut and lamb chops. The bread pudding for dessert was also incredible... the service was outstanding and it's right on a canal, so if you go early your table can be right on the water. We cant wait to come back. It's a perfect spot for a date night or great dinner with friends. read more

The Dock - This is such a sweet little spot... they have turned an old house into an amazing restaurant - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

A nice place with friendly service. Menu is a bit limited. Octopus and Hamachi appetizers were good. Filet mignon and duck were ok. Scallops were perfectly cooked but I wouldn't get it again. All in all a pretty nice place for dinner but nothing rave worthy. read more

First time dining at the dock last night. It was an incredible experience and hoping to go back sooner than later. Food was absolutely incredible. Service was above and beyond. The view on a summer night is spectacular. Wine list was tremendous and a lot of fun to read. Amazing experience and can't wait to go back. read more

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This is a premium dining experience. The flowers and presentation are exquisite. The food is amazing and the service is outstanding. Very romantic restaurant. If you are lucky enough to score a reservation at this top notch restaurant, run don't walk! read more

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The Dock is simple elegant restaurant with a beautiful water view for sure. Our server Jason was helpful, friendly with truly great menu suggestions! The cucumber and cantaloupe gazpacho was AMAZING and the Heirloom Tomato and Watermelon starter was WOW with flavor! The Lamb Chops were the most tender perfect chops I have ever had and the Halibut was oh so delicious! The Dock is one of the BEST restaurants in Orange County from start to finish!!! read more

Just an all around amazing restaurant. My fiancé and I had the pleasure of dining here last week and can I just say we had the most wonderful time. Food was excellent and adventurous. Wine selection is incredible here as the owners also own one of the best wine stores in Southern California. Service is impeccable with knowledgeable staff kind smiles. Looking forward to coming back here soon! read more

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

One of the best romantic diners I've experienced. The lamb rack was phenomenal. Going back soon

They cancelled on us! We made a reservation for a birthday celebration two months prior They cancelled a month later saying someone bought out the restaurant for the night! then they contact us and say they changed their mind due to the complaints they got... we CALL them the day before to confirm and they never called back... we get there and they tell us they are closed. It doesn't matter how good the food is or how wonderful the service is... treat your clients like this and you do NOT deserve the business!!!! read more

Fine seaside dining. I really enjoyed everything about the Dock. With beautiful hostess who was very welcoming. Our server Danielle had a great recommendations. Steak & cucumber, crab salad, and Fresh caught halibut was absolutely perfect. I can't wait to come back. read more

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Cute place! It's a small quiet spot that serves good food that you can enjoy while watching the yachts go by. Casual but elegant vibe and the key word might be intimate. Love!! read more

Incredible meal with great views. A little pricey, but the portions are a nice size, and the service was impeccable. We had their beet salad to start with and then rack of lamb, braised short ribs and halibut all were delicious and the Parmesan risotto and veggies that came with our entrees were the perfect match. Dessert was a pistachio ice cream with a really great chocolate torte. We were celebrating a birthday and it was the perfect place!! read more

The Dock - Rack of Lamb w. Parmesan Risotto & Ratatouille - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Our favorite romantic place to go on date night! We love The Dock. Everything about this experience is perfect, the food, the ambiance, and especially the staff! read more

We have lived in Newport Beach a long time and never have experienced the Dock. It is right on the water, near the Cannery and EXCELLENT ! Just know that it is hard to get in so make a reservation way in advance. We had the duck breast, steak, and halibut - all were great dishes. Warning: it is expensive but worth it for a special occasion or just a night out... read more

Lovely views of the boats and they have their own personal dock from the restaurant. Very friendly service. The sashimi and filet mignon were both divine as were the bread putting and chocolate cake. It's expensive, but worth it! I'll be back. read more

Everything was awesome Food service ambience everything!!! Couldn't be better we enjoyed and will definitely be going back read more

Went for private event upstairs. Food was very tasty, great view and servers were excellent. Parking was difficult to find and owner was kind enough to go out of her way to give me her spot. So service was definitely over and above. read more

The food was delicious. Staff was knowledgeable and gave good recommendations. They helped us get a spot near the window with stunning views. And gave us a free cake for my husband's birthday. But they forgot to serve the bread until we asked for it. And the raspberry in the dessert we ordered has mold on it. read more

The Dock - Raspberry with mold - New American Near Me - Newport Beach, California

First, parking. Miserable. No valet and in a neighborhood where street parking is the only option. Come early because you got some hunting before eating (part of the star deduction it's for parking). Once you do get into the restaurant, the ambiance is fantastic. Hello OC by the water. It's really nice. The food is also quite good. The only reason I'm not over the moon are the prices. For those prices, food needs to blow me away like the ambiance. It didn't. Good and maybe really good but not great and prices, oh yeah. And service was also good. In the end you want to soak up the ambiance and get soaked by the prices, it still could be a very nice meal. read more

Amazing 25th anniversary dinner. Halibut and rack of lamb. Both delicious. Complimentary appetizer and dessert for our anniversary. Excellent service and ambience. Our glasses were never empty and the affogato dessert amazing. read more

This is probably one of the nicer restaurants in Orange County. The service is phenomenal. The food is phenomenal. The ambience is phenomenal and I highly recommend this for a romantic dinner or a brunch with friends. read more

Food excellent. Menu changes regularly. Service great. Small place next to the water. You can dock your boat there and step right into the restaurant. Reservation weeks in advance. Some limited wine collection but all good. If you have to watch your pocketbook this is not the place. Pretty pricy but for the experience then it's worth it read more

Everything was fantastic except the hostess was a bit rude when calling to confirm my reservation the day prior. read more

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

Definitely worth the price for ambiance and vibes - beautiful views of the dock esp around sunset. The food was good to great, but wouldn't say amazing. The service was excellent, our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and checked on our table often. The halibut was really tasty, the lobster in the mash was a little overcooked. The lamb was very tender, and didn't have that gamy lamb taste. Overall a great experience, and would recommend for a special celebration. read more

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Likely the best meal I've had in the last decade. 5 stars isn't high enough for this place. Pork Belly can't be rated high enough. I had the Pork Chops - Friend had the Lamb and both were the best I've had. Another friend had the Duck, was excellent but the lamb and Pork Chop were better. Wife had the Filet..was perfect. Service was the best and the bartender knew what she was doing. Espresso Martini's were a 10...The Newport was a 10 everything was perfect. Probably my favorite restaurant and by far the best food I've had in years. Second time here.. and they re did the decor. Went there 4 years ago and it was a little of a dive look with great food. Now..it feels like a restaurant in Mykonos on the water. My favorite place and the vibe was fun. A Beautiful restaurant that's a hidden gem. Lucky to have this place read more

Beautiful restaurant with gorgeous view. Friendly staff you feel at home and delicious food. Closed couple nights a week. Check before you go. read more

Amazing food!! This place is an absolute must if you are looking for a place in Orange County close to the water and with fabulous food and service. No disappointments here. read more