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Bungalow Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://thebungalowrestaurant.com
  • Phone: (949) 673-6585
  • Hours of Operation: Dinner: Monday - Wednesday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Thursday - Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 5:00pm - 9:30pm
  • Payment Options: Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: American, Steakhouse
  • Executive Chef: Tracey Harter
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Private Party Facilities: We have The English Garden surrounding the stone fireplace. This accomodates parties up to fifty people. We also have The Library which accomodates up to 33 people. The two areas are adjacent to each other and can accomodate 80 people total. The bungalow also will make the entire restaurant available which has a negotiated price.
  • Private Party Contact: David Hall (949) 673-6585
  • Entertainment: There is no hired entertainment but the bar crowd is full of colorful clientele.

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Macarthur
  • Parking: Valet
A word from Bungalow
Nestled in the heart of Corona Del Mar lies the Bungalow. This charming Craftsman style restaurant is minutes from the heart of Newport Beach's premier business and shopping center, Fasion Island, yet it feels miles apart. Rich tones, dark woods, and private booths have made The Bungalow a dining… favorite for residents and visitors alike, known for serving PRIME steaks, excellent seafood and magnificent martinis. We also feature an award winning wine list and proudly pour over twenty premium wines by the glass and over 220 premium bottled wines from our wine cellar.Continued
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerAmerican
Diner Reviews
  • "My first time to visit this establishment. Every one from the hostess to the waitress to the food server were wonderful. The food was excellent. I'm not a seafood eater. I ordered the swordfish and I will definitely do it again."
    Dined on 7/6/2014
  • "One of the finest steakhouses I have been to. Food was delicious. Only disappointment is no crafted non-alcoholic drinks."
    Dined on 7/5/2014
  • "Old school charm, experienced and knowledgeable servers, nice wine by the glass list, very well prepared food. Hard to go wrong here."
    Dined on 7/3/2014
  • "Excellent, crave-able food. Our server Paul was exceptional."
    Dined on 6/30/2014
  • "We went for our anniversary and had a great time. Service was great!!"
    Dined on 6/19/2014
  • "The Bungalow is in my top list of local restaurants for all important reasons but I love how professional the wait staff is. They take pride in their craft and they must love their job because of their length of service with the Bungalow. Plus it does not hurt they are easy on the eye and can double for bouncers."
    Dined on 6/17/2014
  • "Went for Father's Day. Got the table requested, service was impeccable, food awesome!"
    Dined on 6/15/2014
  • "For the first time, I was not impressed with the food. I also thought the prices were high. My surf and turf cost $98! That would be okay if it were bland."
    Dined on 6/15/2014
  • "THE BUNGALOW IS WITH OUT A DOUBT THE BEST RESTAURANT IN ORANGE COUNTY. THE FOOD IS OUTSTANDING AND THE PORTIONS ARE MOST GENEROUS. ABSOLUTELY THE BEST MARTINI BAR IN TOWN! EXPERIENCED WAIT STAFF AND THE SERVICE IS IMPECCABLE. PERFECT FOR A DATE OR A SPECIAL FAMILY OCCASION, QUAINT AND ROMANTIC. JUST LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT IT."
    Dined on 6/14/2014
  • "Nice back patio setting. Very attentive staff and responsive. Food was pricey but tasty."
    Dined on 6/14/2014
  • "We have been here 3 or 4 times before, and came here for my husband's dinner. The service was excellent and the food was great, too. The menu had some items we recognized, and many new ones, which we tried. Flat iron steak with crab, asparagus and a Bearnaise sauce and blackened salmon with goat cheese mashed potatoes, avocado relish and a an extraordinary sauce. Plus a dessert for his birthday!"
    Dined on 6/14/2014
  • "We were in the area vacationing from Canada and decided to try out Bungalow to celebrate our anniversary. We both left saying to each other that it was one of the best dinners we have ever had. Our entrees were ahi tuna and steak and both did not disappoint. It was a fantastic meal with great wine and a great atmosphere, small but intimate and comfortable. Definitely would recommend to other travelers for a special night out. Locals are lucky to have this gem in their neighborhood. Oh and Bungalow took note of our anniversary celebration from the reservation and gave us a special dessert on the house - nice touch! "
    Dined on 5/17/2014
  • "We had dinner on Friday night, very good service, nice wine list and overall a very nice dinner. The grilled artichoke was really good as was the halibut entree. We will definitely be back as it was an enjoyable night."
    Dined on 5/23/2014
  • "The Rack of Lamb was not only excellent but plentiful. Usually, you get a small cut, but this was enough for grown men. The potatoes and reduction was some of the best I have every had. Its a great dining atmosphere. Oh, I forgot to mention the salad. The salad was the house and it had two shrimp on top with fresh berries. I was not disappointed by anything related to food. However, it was a little noisier than anticipated and a little challenging to do business. "
    Dined on 5/20/2014
  • "We love the Bungalow, it is always a great experience! the Steaks are the best."
    Dined on 5/23/2014
  • "Quaint restaurant but bar can be a bit loud. It worth it to wait for a booth. I did not care for the outside venue. "
    Dined on 5/9/2014
  • "The service was terrific, our food divine. Always a wonderful experience."
    Dined on 5/13/2014
  • "I took friends from out of town and they said it was the best steak and best service that they had ever had. Always one of my favorites to take friends, customers, and family"
    Dined on 5/10/2014
  • "Easy parking with valet. Table was a half circle booth, and set for four people. We had 3 and it was tight. Four would be uncomfortable. It would be a better table for a romantic dinner for 2. The food was very good, I had the sea bass and it was tender and delicious. The others had steak and ahi and their meals were also good. The total with a cocktail and glass of wine, dinner and coffee was $300 with tip."
    Dined on 5/10/2014
  • "From the start .the experience was terrible .the hostess sat us on a little table facing the intersection .during the entire dinner , I could barely see my wife face because of the glare and I felt I was sitting in the middle of traffic . We asked the hostess for a both but she said the booth were for bigger parties .when we left 2 Booth were still empty .the food was terrible .fish n chips is easy to make .your is the kind out of a box from Sysco or restaurant depot .my steak was either pre-cooked or reheated. Flat iron is juicy . This was a shoe sole on on top of bland tasteless potatoes .no bearnaise anywhere .$90 for a lousy table , lousy service , horrible food "
    Dined on 5/10/2014
  • "A very nice evening dining with friends. We were seated on time, server was very attentive, everyone enjoyed their meal. Blackened Samon was excellent, fresh and very flavorful. Always enjoy this venue with great ambiance. "
    Dined on 5/3/2014
  • "Perfectly seasoned and prepared steaks and attentive service, lively atmosphere even on Wednesday night. "
    Dined on 4/30/2014
  • "Enjoyed the food and wine. Have always had a good experience. "
    Dined on 4/30/2014
  • "The calamari is a great appetizer, swordfish, lamb chops and steaks are always perfect!"
    Dined on 9/28/2013
  • "Good food at reasonable prices with a decent wine list, good service and an interesting clientele"
    Dined on 4/18/2014
  • "I ordered the New York steak and my friend ordered the filet mignon with demi glaze, both of which were exceedingly salty. We have had the same dish and same glaze elsewhere, and these were disappointing."
    Dined on 4/12/2014
  • "Out friends were seated in the bar when we arrived. We requested dinner there as we were at the window and a cool breeze was comming in. It ended up being the perfect decision"
    Dined on 4/12/2014
  • "We dine at high end restaruants quite a bit. Wanted to try a quality steakhouse other than a chain like Capital Grille which we get in our hometown of Denver. The Marriott Near Fashion Mall in Newport Beach recomended this. Problem is the desk clerks cant usually afford thus appreciate quality food & service thus we view their recomendations with skeptisicsm. This was a prime example. Lacksidasical unprofessional server & very mediocre food. Nothing else needs to be said. If you like & appreciate fine dinning don't waste a meal here. Some of the other Open Table reviews should have tipped us off."
    Dined on 4/2/2014
  • "This is my second review, and I'd just like to say that the place is consistently good. We arrived around 8pm on a brisk Wednesday evening and decided to brave the patio, because it was empty. We sat right next to the fire place, and between that and the heat lamps it was very warm. Certainly one of the more romantic atmosphere's I've ever dined in. Thanks, Bungalow!"
    Dined on 4/2/2014
  • "It was our first time at this restaurant and were very disappointed by their poor customer service from the host/hostess to the waiter, no one greeted us with a smile or a nice welcome. There was no warm and friendly services what so ever in this restaurant. Staff looked unhappy and under stress They totally killed our jolly mood. the extra small tables were too close to each other. The food was delicious but the waiter got almost everything wrong. the salad didnt have tomato, they brought only one of the two side we ordered and since we were rushed to pay and leave, we didn't notice that we were charged for two sides until the next day. There are plenty of great other places in OC with wonderful, warm hospitality. We will not go back. ."
    Dined on 3/29/2014
  • "...and we're trying to figure out why. Everything about our date-night meal was terrific!"
    Dined on 3/26/2014
  • "We make sure we go here every time we come to Orange Co. Great atmosphere ( always ask for the patio). Excellent service and food. Will b back in September"
    Dined on 3/26/2014
  • "Had not been to the Bungalow for some time and needed a close by restaurant to CDM. We were in a tiny booth, which did not allow for any elbow room. We ordered calamari and scallops as appetizers. The calamari was huge -- really too large for an appetizer and entirely splitable. The scallops were good, but the risotto with fava beans was not the best and not really like risotto, more like a rice mixture. The entrees were the filet mignon on the bone and the short rib. Both were very good, but not stellar. Filet on the bone was close to $50 -- which is high. There are many better steak places in the OC that are far better."
    Dined on 3/22/2014
  • "After living in Newport Coast for 12 years we finally decided to try the Bungalow. So glad we did. I asked for a quiet table, I am hearing impaired, and they had one waiting for us. Not something that happens with most restaurants. The atmosphere, the decor, the staff, the crowd, all were upbeat. The patrons were of all ages. I would say the average was 30-50 years old. Lovely patio area, great bar, upstairs dining and quiet downstairs dining area. And the food was excellent. Beginning with the fresh, warm, and slightly sweet, sourdough rolls. Artichoke was the best my husband has had anywhere. The pear salad fantastic. We will definitely be retuning."
    Dined on 3/22/2014
  • "Been here many time but dinner was a diaster. My fish was over cooked as was my friends pork. My wife could not eat her chicken because it was infected with salt! The manager said it was a bad night and credited our dinner. Don't know what has changed, we have been coming here for years , but it was a really bad meal!"
    Dined on 3/9/2014
  • "We came here to get together with friends. The husbands ordered the bone-in filet and were not disappointed. Everything from the crab cakes to dessert was delicious. We never leave hungry!"
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Great scene with Amazing Food and love the bar - small but friendly and great cocktails!"
    Dined on 3/5/2014
  • "We walked into the bar area which was quite busy and noisy as a typical bar area. We decided to eat outside in their covered patio area with fireplace going. Wonderful ambiance. It as quiet until a very large group came and sat down, but even with that it was worth it. The food was excellent. We started with a grilled artichoke, followed with a beet salad and split an entree of the evening's fish special which was Escolar topped with grilled shrimp. An outstanding meal and the flavors were incredible. Definitely worth a repeat."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "Wish I could say we loved this place. Patio was very nice, but welcome was cold as was the service. Save your money for places in Newport Beach that actually welcome you like Roy's. I'm surprised they are still in business."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "We were not overwhelmed by our recent experience and I don't think that we will return. We were there to celebrate a special day that I had mentioned upon making the reservation and it was never acknowledged while we were there at dinner. We've never been to a restaurant that didn't do something thoughtful for an occasion…especially when you are paying the prices you do here. The patio is very beautiful, but they will not guarantee seating unless you purchase the area for an event. I was told they have events booked for $1000 to $3500 and average 2 to 3 times per week. We did not get to sit in the patio area due to an event. The place is charming, but so over priced for what you get that we left feeling disappointed."
    Dined on 2/20/2014
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