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iL Barone Ristorante

4.7 (1001)
$30 and under
Italian
6700 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
  • Good for business meals
WE'RE BACK! We are finally open at our new location! Chef Franco Barone has perfected an extended menu and we are very excited to share our new cozy Classic Ristorante.

Known as one of Southern California's top chefs, Franco Barone ceases to amaze at Il Barone Ristorante through his unique approach to classic Italian food.

The new menu has many of Chef Franco's signature dishes including his Facci Ri Veccia and new specials everyday.


We can't wait for you to join us!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Sicilian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Franco Barone
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    Campus Dr and Macarthur Blvd
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,001 people are saying

iL Barone Ristorante 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Neighborhood gem

  • Orange County

    Good for special occasions

  • South Orange County

    Neighborhood gem

  • South Orange County

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
iL Barone Ristorante offers "phenomenal culinary artistry" with "homemade pasta" and "extraordinary" service. Guests rave about the "handmade pastas" and authentic Italian experience. Though ambiance is ordinary, the "friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable" staff elevate the dining experience. This "hidden little gem" is a top choice for memorable Italian meals.
1,001 Reviews
  1. Tim

    Orange County16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great restaurant where you get the feeling they truly welcome you. Food is wonderfully prepared, tasty and fairly priced. Specials are outstanding. Our server was a seasoned pro who made our dinner experience very pleasant. Not pretentious, simply comfortable and tasty.

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  2. Lucille

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    OMG, pure perfection. Everything was delicious. Service was outstanding loved every minute of it.

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  3. William VIP

    Orange County291 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent and the service prompt and efficient. Parking is currently a challenge on busy evenings. The ambiance is ordinary. Go for the food and service, not for the environment. Cost is somewhat high but expected in Orange County. Recommended for a good meal but there are better choices for true "high end" experience.

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  4. Jessica VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s our favorite restaurant, we look forward to coming every week. The food is phenomenal and the service is incredible. Feels like you’re having dinner with family. So happy we moved and found this hidden little gem

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  5. Jerry VIP

    Orange County58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The Baronne family reopens at a new facility, with an old world charm, combined with known quality of product and service. Tried their restaurant at its new location on coast Highway with a dear friend last Sunday, the three of us enjoyed all all of Franco‘s handmade pastas, Rich and heartwarming, sauces and delivered by experienced authentic Italian servers who make us feel like we are back in Italy as we enjoy our meal. Highly recommend, I also worry by sharing this that it’s just going to make it harder to get into when I try to return. It is one of the three best Italian restaurants in all of Southern California in my opinion.

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  6. Kerry VIP

    Los Angeles6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So grateful to be back and trying the newer location! Still the Il Barone I miss and love so much, no longer living here. From impeccable service and fresh and delicious food. It is always coming home here!

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  7. Kathleen

    Orange County26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time dining there! Food was absolutely amazing! I’m Sicilian so know good Italian food. This was definitely a 10. Service was also outstanding. I had the stuffed gnocchi which were lthe most delicious soft, pillow pasta I’ve ever had!! I’m so happy I ordered them. The canoli was good but a little too flaky crust. I prefer a little thicker and harder but the cream filling was very traditional. I will definitely be going back there at some point. The owner, Donatella, was lovely and we discovered we are both from Modica, Sicily 🇨🇮

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and hospitality! The pasta dishes are made with care and are bursting with flavor. The restaurant also offers a variety of other unique Italian dishes such as their stuffed cheese bread with prosciutto and truffle oil, and pork chop milanesa. The staff is friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu.

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  9. Jerilee

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My favorite Italian restaurant in OC🥰🫶🏻 Today I took my mom and nephew for dinner. My little nephew loved his pasta and my mom enjoyed every second of hers ♥️Thank you so much Donatella for such a great service. Francesco was our server he was awesome and very attentive as usual!. Until next time 🙂 Thank you all!

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  10. Rachel

    Orange County7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service is always the best! The ossobuco special and pasta was the best I’ve ever had.

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FAQs

iL Barone Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 955-2755.

iL Barone Ristorante is rated 4.7 stars by 1001 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Google Map for iL Barone Ristorante

6700 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Campus Dr and Macarthur Blvd
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Sicilian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Franco Barone
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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