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Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA

Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

4.8 (10807)
$30 and under
Californian
15 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA 92657

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 148 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
Voted as one of the "Top 100 Restaurants" for 2023 by OpenTable in the United States

The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove provides "world class" ocean front dining in the Historic District of the Crystal Cove State Park with breath taking views of the Newport Coastline and Catalina Island. Situated on the sandy beach, The Beachcomber's outdoor patio provides the perfect spot to enjoy the ocean's breeze while sipping on your favorite cocktail or enjoying one of the many favorite entrees and appetizers.

The Beachcomber's outdoor tropical bar 'The Bootlegger' with thatch roofing provides the perfect spot to escape from the world while enjoying one of many tropical libations.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:15 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:15 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Olivera
  • Catering
    Crashing surf and breathtaking sunsets are the backdrops of your Southern California dream event. The Beachcomber's Catering division offers four stunning sites within the California State Park Historic District or will travel to your desired location.
  • Private party facilities
    3 Beautiful settings able to accommodate 25-200 people.Promenade-located right on the beachOutdoor Deck- See the beautiful sunsets and have Catalina in the backround.Vistor Center- Perfect for a Cocktail Party
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    Los Trancos
  • Parking details
    Park across Coast Hwy at Los Trancos Parking lot. Take the shuttle to the cafe or walk the scenic path. It takes about 15 minutes. Check in with the host under the red umbrella by the sea.
  • Entertainment
    Live Guitar on Thursday nights.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 10,807 people are saying

Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Californian

  • South Orange County

    Best Ambiance

  • South Orange County

    Californian

  • South Orange County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove boasts "beautiful views" and a "perfect beach cafe vibe." Known for "excellent service" and "delicious food," the restaurant offers unique beachside dining with standout dishes like ahi tacos and beignets. While some find it "overpriced," the "stunning atmosphere" makes it "worth a return trip."
10,807 Reviews
  1. Kristina VIP

    Orange County7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s our family tradition to go to the beachcomber cafe! Always perfect! Great service, picturesque view, delicious food, and great family memories!❤️

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  2. Deb VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We visited a few times while on vacation. We were fortunate to have Taylor as our server. She was sweet and attentive every time. Thank you Taylor!!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite places. 4:30 is a great time to go as they are just opening up for dinner and there is not a long wait. Beach breezes were wonderful, Blood orange margarita and summer melon salad were perfect for a warm day. Parking is tricky because it is at the Crystal Cove beach, which was crowded on a Saturday but it's a great place!

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  4. Linda

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My granddaughters and I celebrated my 78th birthday here on July 5th. Despite us being an hour late for our reservation, due to extremely bad traffic on the 4th of July weekend, we were seated quickly, and outside, at my request. The view was amazing, all the food delicious, and the service was wonderful! A perfect beach day birthday celebration!!!

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  5. Crissy

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! I recommend the beignets, they’re so light and fluffy.

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  6. Maximilian

    Orange County1 review

    2.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    I remember the quality of service, care, and dishes being much higher the last time I visited The Beachcomber. It used to feel like a high-end coastal experience with personalized service and rich, flavorful food served in generous portions. This time was unfortunately a letdown. We ordered the chicken pasta à la vodka and the filet medallions—both of which came in surprisingly small portions and lacked the flavor and quality I’d expect at this price point, especially compared to similar restaurants that offer a great view and memorable food. The service felt bare minimum—not rude, but not warm or attentive either. We were here to celebrate our anniversary, and it honestly felt like just another forgettable meal. Unless we’re stopping by for a casual drink at the bar, we likely won’t be returning. It could’ve been a much nicer experience, and I hope the restaurant takes this kind of feedback seriously. The location is beautiful—but the quality just didn’t match.

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  7. Felicia

    Unspecified2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a pleasure to dine at the Beachcomber but disappointing when they take your favorite dishes off the menu. Beignets are usually fabulous but we had a couple that were greasy and overcooked. One person in our party had to wait for quite some time for her food and then it was missing the potatoes. But, the ambiance and service will always remove any negative and will definitely not stop us from returning.

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  8. Deborah

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always a wonderful time at Beachcomber!! Food amazing, vibe off the chart, service impeccable and Shea is always welcoming!

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  9. Kerry

    Miami - Dade1 review

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The restaurant is on the beach in the windy air. . There were very few heaters so we were very cold. That made it very difficult to enjoy the meal. The meal was incredibly expensive and did not taste better than any other restaurant I had visited this week. We were disappointed since we had heard good things and the reviews were positive. IMO definitely not worth all that money.

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  10. Glenn

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Did not get the table I had requested, but other than that 5 stars

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Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove is rated 4.8 stars by 10807 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 148 times today
Google Map for Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

15 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA 92657

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Los Trancos
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:15 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:15 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Park across Coast Hwy at Los Trancos Parking lot. Take the shuttle to the cafe or walk the scenic path. It takes about 15 minutes. Check in with the host under the red umbrella by the sea.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Carlos Olivera
  • Entertainment
    Live Guitar on Thursday nights.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Crashing surf and breathtaking sunsets are the backdrops of your Southern California dream event. The Beachcomber's Catering division offers four stunning sites within the California State Park Historic District or will travel to your desired location.
  • Private party facilities
    3 Beautiful settings able to accommodate 25-200 people.Promenade-located right on the beachOutdoor Deck- See the beautiful sunsets and have Catalina in the backround.Vistor Center- Perfect for a Cocktail Party
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