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Sage
(Restaurants - American)
2531 Eastbluff Dr Eastbluff Shopping Ctr, Newport Beach  92660 • 949-718-9650
Distance: ~1.95 mi *
        Description: NEWPORT BEACH. At this upbeat bistro, savvy tourists and long-time locals adore chef-owner Rich Mead's sublime regional American cuisine. Indeed, you'll find no pretense or snobbery inside these Spanish mission-style walls; rather, the casual air and friendly waitstaff quickly make everybody feel at home. Menu highlights include a grilled portabello with Swiss chard and papaya mustard, roast chili-crusted lamb rack with red pepper coulis and red wine reduction, and grilled balsamic salmon with roast asparagus and new potatoes. Complement your entree with a selection from the eclectic wine list, which features labels from Santa Barbara to the Russian River Valley. Brunch draws high marks from area critics thanks to specialties that range from a tomato-basil omelet with fried potatoes to blue corn huevos rancheros with black beans.
       

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Morton's, The Steakhouse
(Restaurants - American)
1661 W Sunflower Ave South Coast Plaza Village, Santa Ana  92704-7461 • 714-444-4834
Distance: ~2.47 mi *
        Description: SANTA ANA. Morton's is an upscale chain steakhouse that serves a lot more than just American Angus. Its decor is masculine; its atmosphere, classy. Expect to be treated well by the friendly waitstaff, who present dinner selections by bringing out a cart of options and telling you stories about each dish. Favorite entrées include blackened swordfish, fresh Maine lobster, and, of course, the 24-ounce porterhouse. Reservations are suggested.
       

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The Ritz Restaurant and Garden
(Restaurants - American)
880 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach  92660-6387 • 949-720-1800
Distance: ~3.50 mi *
        Description: NEWPORT BEACH. This highly-acclaimed establishment has earned approving nods from "Wine Spectator" and "Condé Nast" – and for good reason. The contemporary continental menu is complemented by refined, country club-like decor: The elegant Escoffier Room features suave Georgian accents and copper rotisseries while the sophisticated Wine Cellar boasts speakeasy charm and Bacchanalian bas-relief accents. Menu standouts include imported Dover sole with capers and brown butter, grilled calf's liver with onion straws and spoon leaf spinach, and rack of Colorado lamb with rosemary jus. Reservations recommended on weekends.
       

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Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
(Restaurants - American)
455 Newport Center Dr Fashion Island, Newport Beach  92660 • 949-720-9633
Distance: ~3.62 mi *
        Description: NEWPORT BEACH. Paul Fleming (of P.F. Chang's restaurant fame) succeeds with his first venture into the steakhouse realm. The upscale setting attracts a veritable "who's who" of Orange County's elite, and crowds tend to be large, especially on weekends. Featured main dishes include mouthwatering Australian lamb chops, filet mignon, a 22-oz. porterhouse, and steamed Alaskan king crab legs. Couple your entree with a side dish of garlic mashed potatoes, shoestring potatoes, or sautéed spinach, and you've a meal fit for a king. Supplement it with a full-bodied red – the wine list boasts more than 100 by-the-glass labels. Reservations are a must.
       

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LaCave Steakhouse and Jazz Club
(Restaurants - American)
1695 Irvine Ave, Costa Mesa  92627 • 949-646-7944
Distance: ~3.69 mi *
        Description: COSTA MESA. For almost half a century, locals have managed to keep this underground treasure a relative secret from passers-through; however, savvy diners have a knack for finding the best places, and LaCave certainly qualifies. Inspired by classic Las Vegas eateries, the restaurant offers a terrifically romantic setting and makes a huge splash with honeymooners. Nightly steak and seafood specials are carted to your table – why read about them when you can get a firsthand glimpse? A brief but excellent wine list is available, and reservations are a must. After dinner, 21 and over only for live music and cocktails.
        User Rating: 9.6666 / 10
       

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Plums Café and Catering
(Restaurants - American)
369 E 17th St Westport Square Shopping Center, Costa Mesa  92627-3270 • 949-722-7586 • 949-548-7586
Distance: ~3.72 mi *
        Description: COSTA MESA. A wise alternative for busy folks who want much more than run-of-the-mill burger-joint fare, Plums is Costa Mesa's version of a neighborhood eatery. Although it's located in a strip mall, the cafe features fine New American cuisine with a Pacific Northwest lilt, including terrific fresh seafood. Patio dining is available, and reservations are accepted.
        User Rating: 9 / 10
       

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Bayside
(Restaurants - American)
900 Bayside Dr, Newport Beach  92660-7460 • 949-721-1222
Distance: ~4.20 mi *
        Description: NEWPORT BEACH. One of Newport's more exclusive restaurants, chic Bayside has garnered quite a reputation for itself, thanks to deftly-prepared seafood and an atmosphere more Beverly Hills than Orange County. A favorite with the young and trendy crowd, Bayside is an exercise in juxtaposition: Gallery-like dining rooms and a sleek bar contrast with a vine-draped exterior, reminiscent of a spaghetti Western set. The menu is equally fascinating, composed of dishes like Pacific grilled swordfish and risotto with pancetta-wrapped tiger prawns. A 4-course prix fixe menu is $49.95.
       

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Gulfstream
(Restaurants - American)
850 Avocado Ave, Newport Beach  92660 • 949-718-0187 • 949-718-9897
Distance: ~4.24 mi *
        Description: NEWPORT BEACH. Hip. Stylish. Sexy. These words spring to mind when describing this enticing gem. Part of a family of restaurants that includes Houston's and Bandera, Gulfstream certainly has done its part to make sure people don't confuse it with its siblings. The building it occupies is sleek and contemporary, and the main dining room boasts an exhibition kitchen. Outside, fireside areas offer pleasant dining no matter the time of year. Fresh-caught seafood, of course, is Gulfstream's strong suit, and Pacific oysters, cedar plank salmon, and tuna copia are perennial faves.
       

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Rothschild's
(Restaurants - American)
2407 E Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar  92625 • 949-673-3750
Distance: ~4.34 mi *
        Description: CORONA DEL MAR. A charmingly romantic alternative to Orange County's various hip eateries, Rothschild's enjoys a primo location off famous PCH. It also boasts a distinct refinement highlighted by French-inspired woodwork and original 19th-century artwork. Suggested entrees on the Italian-tinged New American menu include egg and spinach fettuccine with sautéed shrimp and crabmeat, and beef tournedos topped with pâté and mushrooms. Since space is limited, reservations are essential.
       

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Wilma's Patio
(Restaurants - American)
203 Marine Ave, Balboa Island  92662 • 949-675-5542
Distance: ~4.47 mi *
        Description: BALBOA ISLAND. Casual Wilma's has long been a favorite of folks who inhabit tiny Balboa, a teardrop of an island in Newport Bay. The community's charm and attitude are seemingly worlds away from day-to-day mainland travails. What makes this family-owned restaurant so special? Well, although it's a neighborly place where the word "stranger" has no meaning, in truth, it all comes down to the food. Wilma's serves outstanding home-cooked fare all day long, from hearty Mexican scrambles and seafood omelets to dinner specialties like meat loaf, pot roast, and charbroiled flat-iron steak. Patio seating is available year-round.
       

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