Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

Name: Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove
Address: 15 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA, United States, 92657
Telephone: (949) 376-6900
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

8583 Reviews

$30 and under

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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 vivations.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 97 times today

Experiences are available.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
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
(949) 376-6900
Website
http://thebeachcombercafe.com/
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
Private party contact
Jennifer McCallister: (949) 644-8759

Location
15 Crystal Cove, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Cross street
Los Trancos
Parking details
Park across Coast Hwy at Los Trancos Parking lot. Keep your parking stub for validation. 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

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Experiences

Romantic Valentines Dinner on the Beach
$135.00 per person
Feb 14, 2023 only
Enjoy a romantic special 4 course dinner that Chef has personally created for this special night overlooking a beautiful sunset on the Historic Crystal Cove Beach. Start with a special Charcuterie to share. Then choose from a Poached Bartlett Pear Salad or our Creamy Lobster Bisque. Choose from one of our special main courses: Surf & Turf, Chilean Seabass, Kobe Short Rib, Bouillabaisse, Lamb Osso Bucco, Oven - Roasted Squash Blossoms. Then finish your evening with a lovely dessert of Chocolate Budino & White Chocolate Almond Cake Pops. This special menu will be the only menu offered on this Valentines Dinner served from 4pm to 10pm. Reservations always sell-out quickly so be sure to reserve you spot today!

Popular dishes

Two Organic Eggs with Bacon*$16.95
or with your choice of Sausage, Ham or Impossible Sausage
Crystal Cove Omelette*$18.95
Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Avocado, White Cheddar Cheese
Mediterranean Omelette*$18.95
Organic Egg Whites, Goat Cheese, Baby Spinach, Roasted Tomatoes, Parmesan Cheese, Lemon Zest, Mixed Green Salad, Lemon Vinaigrette
Ranch Skillet*$19.95
Organic Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Portuguese Sausage, Roasted Tomato Salsa, Cheddar Cheese, Sautéed Bell Peppers and Onions
The Classic Benedict*$19.95
Two Organic Eggs, Spiral Cut Ham, Hollandaise, English Muffin
Crab Cake Benedict*$22.95
Pan Fried Blue Crab Cake, Two Poached Organic Eggs, Hollandaise Sauce, English Muffin
Short Rib Eggs Benedict*$28.95
Two Organic Poached Eggs, Braised Kobe Beef Short Rib, Caramelized Onions & Poblano Peppers, Baby Arugula, English Muffin, Hollandaise, Chives

Savory Specialties

Avocado Toast$17.95
Hass Avocado Mash, Goat Cheese, Poached Organic Eggs, Cherry Tomatoes, Balsamic Reduction, Baby AruguIa, Sourdough Toast
Eggs Peperonata*$19.95
Eggs Baked in Tomato, Basil & Bell Pepper, Parmesan Cheese, Breakfast Potatoes, Sourdough Toast
Huevos Rancheros*$18.95
Two Organic Poached Eggs, Turkey Chorizo, Bell Peppers & Onions, Pico de Gallo, Crema Fresca, Salsa Verde, Queso Fresco, Corn Tortillas
Steak Chilaquiles*$19.95
Flank Steak Braised in Guajillo Sauce, Corn Tortillas, Queso Fresco & Cheddar Cheeses, Sour Cream, Avocado Purée, Diced Tomato & Green Onions Topped with a Sunny Side Up Egg
Breakfast Burrito$17.95
Turkey Chorizo, Organic Eggs, Pepper Jack Cheese, Potatoes, Peppers & Onions, Flour Tortilla, Salsa Verde, Pico de Gallo, Mixed Green Salad, Lemon Vinaigrette

Sweet Treats

Brioche French Toast$17.95
Souffle Style Baked Challah, Dulce de Leche, Chantilly Cream, Candied Pecans, Fresh Strawberry & Banana, Powdered Sugar, Whipped Cream, Maple Syrup
Coconut-Macadamia Pancakes$17.95
A Beachcomber Favorite. Lemon Zest Coconut Pancakes with Macadamia Nuts baked right in. Served with Warm Coconut Syrup
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes$17.95
Lemon Zest Pancakes, Bellwether Farms Ricotta Mousse, Warm Blueberry Chutney, Powdered Sugar

On the Side

Add to Any Entree for $7.95

All-Natural Spiral Cut Ham
Pork Sausage
Turkey Bacon
Apple Wood Smoked Bacon
Portuguese Sausage
Impossible Sausage

Eye Openers

Mimosa$12.00
Cristalino Sparkling Wine, Orange Juice
The Royale$13.00
Add one of your favorite flavors to a glass of bubbly: Blackberry, Elderflower Liquors, Peach, Mango, or Strawberry Banana

The Big Jars

Big Bad Bloody Mary*$21.00
Voted "Best in Oc" by Oc Register. Housemade Bloody Mary Mix, Deep Eddy Vodka, Crab Claw, Jumbo Shrimp, Fresh Vegetable Garden
Pimm's Cup$21.00
Pimm's No. 1 Cup, Nolet's Gin, Lemonade, Sparkling Soda, Lemon, Strawberries, Cucumber, Orange
Michelada$21.00
House Spicy Mix, Mexican Beer, Chili Spiced Rim
Front Porch Blackberry Tea$21.00
A Secret Prohibition-Style Iced Tea. Citron Vodka, Blackberry Liqueur, Lemonade, Iced Tea
Watermelon Mojito$21.00
Cruzan Rum, Cointreau, Fresh Watermelon Juice, Agave Lime Juice, Mint

The Margaritas

Patron Cadillac$17.00
Patrón Silver, Grand Marnier, Fresh Citrus Juices
The Real Deal$17.00
Casamigos Blanco, Fresh Lime Juice, Real Agave Nectar
Blackberry$16.00
Cazadores Reposado, Blackberry Liqueur, Real Agave Nectar, Lime
Spicy Fresa$16.00
Cazadores Reposado, Strawberry Liqueur, Ancho Chille Reyes Liqueur, Agave Lime Juice, Jalapeno Puree, Lime
El Morro$15.00
Tequila, Cointreau, Fresh Citrus Juices

The Mules

The Mule$16.00
Deep Eddy Vodka, Ginger Beer, Freshly Squeezed Limes
The Skinny Mule$16.00
Vodka, Diet Ginger Beer, Freshly Squeezed Limes
The Ruby Red Grapefruit Mule$16.00
Deep Eddy Grapefruit Vodka, Ginger Beer, Freshly Squeezed Limes

The Cocktails

Luscious Lemonade$15.00
Citron Vodka, Briottet Crème de Mure, Blackberry Liqueur, Lemonade
The Beachcomber$15.00
Our Signature Tall & Cool Cocktail. Cherry Cruzan Rum, Coconut Rum, Lemonade, Cranberry Juice
Endless Summer$15.00
Vodka, Basil, Muddled Strawberries & Cucumbers, Freshly Squeezed Lemonade
The Baja Breeze$18.00
Casamigos Blanco Tequila, Aperol, St. Germain, Fresh Lime and Watermelon Juices, Agave Nectar, Tajin Spice
Coconut Mojito$15.00
Coconut Rum, Rum, Pineapple Juice, Mint, Lime, Pina Colada Mix, Agave Lime
Caribbean Passion$15.00
Rum, Banana Rum, Amaretto, Passion Fruit Puree, Pineapple Juice, Agave Lime

Local Craft Beers

Bootlegger's "El Chango" Mexican Lager$9.00
Karl Strauss "Red Trolley" Red Ale$9.00
Eel River "Organic California Blonde"$9.00
Widmer Brothers, Hefeweizen$9.00
Left Coast "Trestles" IPA$9.00
Stone IPA$9.00

What 8,583 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

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Lolo
Orange County
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined today
overall3food5service2ambience3
We’ve been coming to Beachcombers for many years. It’s a go to for company and special occasions. Daytime is a better time to come for the view, but we brought my husbands boss last night for dinner. I made a 7pm reservation and we were seated right on time. The food was amazing as usual, but that’s where the service ends. Our waiter was not available much, did not offer to get us a second beverage, had to be sought out to get our bill and basically gave poor service. He was friendly but that was it. In addition, as we were eating and enjoying our time there the service staff was busy tearing down the tables to prepare for closing. It was disruptive and unprofessional. I understand they want to go home too, but it seems there could be another way to accomplish the closing tasks. Thank you for listening.
LB
LunchBox
Los Angeles
108 reviews
vip
5.0
108 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Such a fantastic dining experience! Our server, James, was so personable, friendly and helpful! The food was DELICIOUS! And the cocktails were on point! We LOVE this place!!
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susan
Orange County
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food3service5ambience5
I love the Beachcomber but fish and chips were a disappointment.. very greasy and too much batter.. try one less cod and add some coleslaw.. perfect
B
Bridget
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Overall just fabulous! Make reservations if possible.
EL
ELLE
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful! My happy place!😍
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Max was an excellent server! The food as always was fabulous!
JS
JohnS
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were seated early, seated together (party of 10) and had prompt, kind, and attentive service from Brett. Our food and drinks were top notch, as always. Thank you!
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Ratu
Orange County
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Perfect for special occasions.
LR
LisaR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall4food4service4ambience5
We had a delightful lunch, we were seated immeaditly. Service was good, when my friends burger was too rare, they replaced it with a whole new plate! I have the spring salad, with apples and walnuts, it was pretty tasteless. But overall, you can’t beat the ambience! It’s still a must try! 😊
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Jammer
Orange County
37 reviews
vip
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Jesus, our waiter, was very pleasant and accommodating. The Mediterranean Omelette was tasty.
SS
SusanS
St. Louis
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beachcomber’s has delicious food, great servers and the ambiance is spectacular!
BE
BobE
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent as usual. We lunch here monthly. Kobe burger and chicken sandwich with fries. Professional courteous service. Friendly approachable wait staff.
MF
MarcF
Philadelphia
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service unexpectedly great. Beautiful view of ocean.
NB
NancyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food3service4ambience5
My omelette was dry. That's my only negative comment.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Birthday Breakfast! Perfect everything!
M
Mike55
New York Area
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible views of the pacific coast, great pancakes and service, must go location.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this spot. Love the food. Love the ambiance.
SB
SandyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was very good and you just cannot beat the view!! My favorite place in Orange County for breakfast.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Waves a bit load LOL music to the ears
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tjofgeorgia
Atlanta
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a treat to visit this special place. Great food terrific service and views that are never ending. Book your reservation now
SA
SandraA
Chicago
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great customer service and food is fantastic. Can’t beat the views on the ocean !
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful evening and food was delicious
B
Barley
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The setting was beautiful. Go early so you can catch the sunset. Our waiter was fantastic and the food was great.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service is impeccable!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely stunning view, so I expected the food to be alright. But the food was amazing as well and I would go back in a heartbeat! The beneights were to die for, I could eat a whole plate by myself
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and drinks were amazing. Our waiter Brendon was amazing as well :)
KH
KristaH
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Celebrated a friends birthday. Brendan our server was fantastic. Offered wonderful suggestions from drinks to entrees. Great ambiance with ocean views. No complaints. Looking forward to our next trip and delicious meal. The Calamari was the best we’ve ever had. It was perfect.
SL
StephanieL
Orange County
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent, as always! Perfect day at the beach, blue skies, amazing food!
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Fred
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best place for beach dining! The view can’t be beat. The food and drinks are exceptional. And the service is great!
LG
LagunaGW
Los Angeles
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
There is no better setting to enjoy an afternoon with friends or loved ones. I want to take everyone here to enjoy the ocean and the ambiance. And if the location isn’t enough reason to come here, the food and cocktails never disappoint.
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Breakfasteverymonth
Los Angeles
67 reviews
vip
5.0
67 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a breakfast priority for us. Great staff, excellent food in a varied menu (don't skip the beignets). And there is nowhere else this close to the ocean with a such an up close view.
GV
GizelleV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing restaurant. Was wary about going at night because its incredibly dark but the ambiance was surprisingly relaxing and everything felt extremely intimate.
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Eat4joy
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great hidden place on the beach. A gem with great food and great view. Must experience it once.
J
James
New York Area
29 reviews
vip
5.0
29 reviews
Dined on January 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’ve been dining at Beachcomber for more than 20 years. The place remains special to us. Good food, excellent service, and the venue can’t be beat.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Every thing was wonderful
J
Jenn
Phoenix
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Beautiful setting and great food!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress was very nice and was very attentive. Food was great as usual.
T
Thumper
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been there with the crowds and an hour wait. With the rainy weather there were no crowds, got in a little earlier than our reserved time. Angela was our server & great. Food was delicious as always.
RH
RobinH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server, Ryan, was outstanding. Food was delicious!
R
Ricku
Orange County
15 reviews
vip
4.0
15 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Really unique ambiance. Very good selection, quality and service. A bit pricy, though.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove is rated 4.8 stars by 8583 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 3, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 97 times today

Experiences are available.

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
Cuisines
Californian, Seafood, American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Park across Coast Hwy at Los Trancos Parking lot. Keep your parking stub for validation. 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

Website
http://thebeachcombercafe.com/
Phone number
(949) 376-6900
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
Private party contact
Jennifer McCallister: (949) 644-8759

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Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove

Make a reservation

Additional information

50 Orange County Restaurants to Connect In For Mother's Day

Romantic Valentines Dinner on the Beach

Beachcomber Beignets

Alaskan Cod Fish & Chips

Shrimp Carbonara

Sweet Starters

Beachcomber Beignets$11.95

Fresh Fruit Crepes$12.95

Fruits & Oats

Steel Cut Irish Oatmeal$11.95

Granola & Yogurt Parfait$14.95

Egg Dishes

Two Organic Eggs with Bacon*$16.95

Crystal Cove Omelette*$18.95

Mediterranean Omelette*$18.95

Ranch Skillet*$19.95

The Classic Benedict*$19.95

Crab Cake Benedict*$22.95

Short Rib Eggs Benedict*$28.95

Savory Specialties

Avocado Toast$17.95

Eggs Peperonata*$19.95

Huevos Rancheros*$18.95

Steak Chilaquiles*$19.95

Breakfast Burrito$17.95

Sweet Treats

Brioche French Toast$17.95

Coconut-Macadamia Pancakes$17.95

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes$17.95

On the Side

All-Natural Spiral Cut Ham

Pork Sausage

Turkey Bacon

Apple Wood Smoked Bacon

Portuguese Sausage

Impossible Sausage

Eye Openers

Mimosa$12.00

The Royale$13.00

The Big Jars

Big Bad Bloody Mary*$21.00

Pimm's Cup$21.00

Michelada$21.00

Front Porch Blackberry Tea$21.00

Watermelon Mojito$21.00

The Margaritas

Patron Cadillac$17.00

The Real Deal$17.00

Blackberry$16.00

Spicy Fresa$16.00

El Morro$15.00

The Mules

The Mule$16.00

The Skinny Mule$16.00

The Ruby Red Grapefruit Mule$16.00

The Cocktails

Luscious Lemonade$15.00

The Beachcomber$15.00

Endless Summer$15.00

The Baja Breeze$18.00

Coconut Mojito$15.00

Caribbean Passion$15.00

Local Craft Beers

Bootlegger's "El Chango" Mexican Lager$9.00

Karl Strauss "Red Trolley" Red Ale$9.00

Eel River "Organic California Blonde"$9.00

Widmer Brothers, Hefeweizen$9.00

Left Coast "Trestles" IPA$9.00

Stone IPA$9.00

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