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Olea Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA

Olea Newport Beach

4.9
4.9
1892 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Welcome to Olea, Cellar. Craft. Cook located in Newport Beach. OLEA, named for a genus of trees that flourish in warm and tropical regions throughout the Mediterranean region.
Our menu features seasonal ingredients of the highest quality that are prepared daily from scratch. Menu selections include exceptional meats, flavorful seafood, handpicked produce from our garden, and diverse beverage selections. We have over 25 wines by the glass, 10 craft beers, and a full bar featuring a wide variety of craft cocktails. We use the best possible ingredients and techniques to ensure that every drink served is an experience. Only fresh fruit and hand-squeezed citrus juices are used every day. We use premium spirits and pour all of our sodas and mixers from bottles. At Olea we take great pride in the Art of the Cocktail. Cheers!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 42 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 287-6807
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Executive chef
    Jared Cook
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Parking details
    Parking located behind the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,892 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Orange County

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • South Orange County

    Best Overall

  • South Orange County

    American

  • South Orange County

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

1,892 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Just great food and excellent service. The angolotti appetizer is a must try! So delicious. This time I had the chicken jidori and it was so good I can't believe I never ordered it before. I highly recommend this dish. Lastly our server Amber was so incredible. You must ask for her your next visit.

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  2. afinemom

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Olea never disappoints. The staff is kind and attentive, the cocktails, delicious. Try the Rich Girl! The food never disappoints. The plating is beautiful and flavors amazing!

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  3. AbeU

    Orange County

    46 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Olea is consistently excellent. Happy sixth anniversary to you all at Olea. Thank you for the great work you all have done over these years even through the COVID abyss.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service and food is always top notch at Olea. Love the Pork Brussel sprouts appetizer and they had a special blue crab stuffed mushroom which was to die for.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This isn’t our first experience at Olea. Olea is always one of our go to restaurants. The ambiance is friendly and inviting. The bartenders are awesome and the food is always delicious and of great quality. We would recommend Olea to anyone who wants a fun dining experience.

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  6. NguyenD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place. So glad we went for dinnner with my family. The waitress was so great and nice and patient with our large group. The food came out remarkably fast

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  7. LoriK

    Orange County

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dined here for our annual girlfriend birthday celebration. The ambiance, service, drinks, dinner, dessert was all superb. The chef is amazing with the creations offered for starters and main entrees. Everything the 4 of us ordered was delicious. On top of all of that our server and 2 mgrs (Kyle & Greg) were very attentive and made sure we all had what we wanted…and more. I recommend Olea for special occasions and no occasions if you want a fantastic dinner experience that’s above and beyond the others.

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  8. RobertP

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Compliments to the Chef. Food was great. Wine was spectacular. But the service was amazing. Our waitress was extremely helpful, attentive and most of all very cheerful and made our evening wonderful.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience, staff and Greg are amazing. Menu variety and accommodations are amazing.

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  10. LRyan

    Orange County

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food & environment! My favorite restaurant! Also Diana is the best!! She always takes such good care of us!

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  11. DannyM

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was right on point. The atmosphere and food were excellent. We will definitely return.

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  12. BeatrizE

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really great service and delicious food. Slight delay in our entree and we had a number of folks apologizing and explaining the delay. Very enjoyable experience and super tasty food.

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  13. MarkD

    Orange County

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As far as my wife and I am concerned Olea is the "go to " restaurant in the Newport Beach area. Great food, perfect service and top notch management !

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  14. corvette

    Orange County

    93 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    93 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thank you for my husband's birthday dessert! It made us feel special. And appreciated!

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. They allow you to bring your wines so that elevates experiences

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  16. KCash

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Another wonderful meal. The best of 4 restaurants I’ve tried of this group.

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  17. MarkG

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    A noce neighborhood restaurant with great ambience. Portion sizes are quite generous, but the dishes we had lacked a lot of taste. We’ll go back and explore the menu more though. Worth it for the dining experience.

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  18. Chick

    Portland

    33 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Food took a log time to be served and then sometimes there was a further delay after part of the orders had been served.

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  19. CraigC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are always great. This is our favorite date night spot!

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service! Amber was amazing! Food was great and the ambience was lovely.

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  21. BrettR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful. Our waitress was beyond good, even better. She was informative suggestive, professional....etc,

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From start to finish. Great experience. We had two appetizers, the lamb beef meatballs and duck wings. We had the bone-in ribeye sliced to share and the Halibut also. We ordered a truffle Mac&Chz. Ben was great. The manager stopped by also to check on us and said goodbye as we left.

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best food in Newport Beach. Girls night or dinner date, this is my favorite place for dinner. Best steak in town! And their desserts are delicious!

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  24. JMH1

    Orange County

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for a birthday celebration and every aspect of our experience was perfect. From the moment we walked in, we felt welcome as the staff was warm and friendly. The food and drinks were excellent! Especially loved the duck wings, chicken schnitzel, short rib and pappardelle pasta. Smoke & Mirrors (bourbon cocktail)…yum. Everything was excellent but those items stood out. Also, Amanda was an excellent server. Will definitely be back as Olea is a bit different than their sister restaurants in San Clemente, SJC and Laguna Hills. All are must try though!

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  25. SoCalifcat

    Orange County

    354 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    354 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely evening to sit outside on the patio. Our waitress Lauren, was sweet and efficient, got my diet restrictions communicated to the kitchen, so everything was perfect. Thank you for another quality experience in Newport dining.

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  26. JeffY

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience at Olea. All of our food was delicious, the aglonotti was so flavorful, oysters were extremely fresh, the ribeye cooked to perfection and the Asian inspired cod special was so light and flavorful. We ended with the fromage blanc chocolate cookies and they were so decadent! Lauren our server was absolutely wonderful, extremely on point with attention to detail and very personable. Mike the bartender was also very warm and accommodating. Highly recommend! Will be back!

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  27. DavidH

    San Francisco

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I go here at least twice a month for a reason. The staff is fantastic, Greg, manager, is great. Try the burger, even better go on Sunday -Tuesday and try the giant meatball over pasta, OMG. Overall I can't recommend this place enough.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic talent from Sten and his team. We’ll be back soon. Oysters, fried green tomatoes, duck wings, short rib parpadelle pasta, agnolotti, old fashioned, all terrific.

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  29. KyleK

    Orange County

    54 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Olea is our go to! The staff and management are second to none, and I really mean that. No where else to the manager, chef and server all treat you as if you are family. Amber not only remembered the only other time we have ever been there, but Greg the manager and Dave the chef greeted us and made us feel special and welcome. The bar is right on target for call drinks, and the overall selection of wine and food is unparalleled for a restaurant this size. Can't say enough, a MUST go!

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  30. Dknfood

    Vancouver

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Good food and service. Didn’t blow us away but very solid. Duck wings are a must.

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  31. gypsyme

    Dallas

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time here. Lovely ambience - seemed to have a lively bar scene - we did not sit there, but on a Wed nite, almost all seats were full. The cocktail menu looked interesting - I had only one cocktail and it was delish. The two of us split the lamb meatball appetizer and they are fantastic - wish they made them in to a burger... For dinner I had the huge crab cakes with a fennel slaw ( could have used a bit of citrus in it, but that's being really picky ). but it was still yummy. Hubs had the chicken schnitzel over (basil?) spaetzle and green veggies - another standout dish. It was crisp and moist and served hot. Way too much food, but we enjoyed it all. Service was perfect - not too familiar , not lagging. Will definitely go again.

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Had very amazing short rib jus wish it had a lil more sauce but doesnt hurt to ask for more. I wanted to try to much on the menu but u can always come bak for more!

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  33. DAVIDS

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dinner was awesome, we did family tapa style and it was super yummy and not too heavy.

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  34. LisaZ

    Philadelphia

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining at Olea never disappoints. Food is consistently delicious, service from each person you encounter is great and the ambience of the stacked stone and wood decor brings a style factor and cozy feel to this spot.

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience! Everything I tried was delicious, and I will be coming back soon!

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  36. drinkeatbemerry

    Orange County

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Our server, Caroline, is the best!!! Took one star for food because my steak wasn’t cooked as requested; however, I was happily surprised to see they didn’t charge me for it. Great place, service, atmosphere!

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  37. eja100

    Washington DC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The agnolotti appetizer... to die for. I could eat those brown butter fried hazelnuts forever. Our server and someone who I assume was a manager were both very attentive and friendly. The service was great overall. It was a bit noisy inside and the atmosphere was a bit confusing with the dim lighting and subtle music yet TVs playing sports, and loud groups of patrons dressed very casually. We came for an anniversary dinner and were slightly underwhelmed by the entrees for the price and by the atmosphere. It is located in a strip mall.

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  38. DianeM

    New York Area

    28 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great place to relax and enjoy some very good wine, food and service. We enjoyed the grilled focaccia bread very much. Our main dishes were delicious and our son enjoyed the Mac & cheese appetizer with bacon. Very tasty! We look forward to returning.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Palm Springs

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, delicious food, beautiful atmosphere. I LOVE this place. Great for date nite or girls night out!!! And they serve DOS BOOTS MEZCAL!!!

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  40. Coni

    Orange County

    191 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    191 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pur server, Amber, was extremely enthusiastic and made great recommendations. Food service was fast and food was delicious,. Enjoy eating on their patio

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Olea Newport Beach using the Order Online button. Olea Newport Beach also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 287-6807.

Olea Newport Beach is rated 4.9 stars by 1892 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 42 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Olea Newport Beach

2001 Westcliff Drive, Suite 100, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Resort Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking located behind the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jared Cook
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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