SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach

Name: SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach
Address: 251 Pacific Coast HWY, Newport Beach, CA, United States, 92660
Telephone: (949) 675-9800
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

3496 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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Our restaurants are inspired by the best of coastal Baja California: Warm, welcoming, friendly, inspired by old and new Mexican design. SOL's kitchens feature our unique spin on fresh, healthy, coastal Mexican food, lovingly made from scratch.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 67 times today

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Hours of operation
Lunch (11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.), Dinner (Sunday-Thursday) 4:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Friday & Sat 4:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. Happy Hour 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Mon, Wed-Friday in bar and patio Weekend Brunch 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
Phone number
(949) 675-9800
Website
https://solcocina.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
Full catering services as well as Dockside Catering options! http://www.solcocina.com/
Private party facilities
Our restaurant is great for hosting birthday parties, wedding rehearsals, business luncheons and many other events.
Private party contact
Mary Eikenbary: (562) 346-1318

Location
251 Pacific Coast HWY, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Cross street
PCH and Bayside Dr.
Parking details
We offer both self parking adjacent to the restaurant and complimentary valet parking as you arrive.
Entertainment
We offer live music every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 10:30 pm, Saturday night from 8:00 to 11:00 pm, and Sunday Brunch from Noon to 3:00 pm.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,496 people are saying

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4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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3,496 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
Great atmosphere, service was amazing and food came out very quick. Our waitress (forgot her name) was great and it seemed like everyone was happy to be there. Overall I will definitely be back to this restaurant.
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NadiaM
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff there is very kind and helpful. We felt like we were directly in the sun and they moved us without any issues and were very kind about the matter. The food is also very delicious. Great place for brunch. I had the Kobe steak and eggs, and it was phenomenal.
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MrWilson
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
The short rib was amazing! Chips are the best in town and our waiter was great! An enjoyable experience!
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall3food3service2ambience4
Food was okay but nothing out standing. I think was good to try but wouldn’t go back again. Maybe I just didn’t order the right thing.
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DanD
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience4
The service was outstanding. We had a great experience and a very good lunch.
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Coreene
Orange County
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service and a beautiful waterside location - what more can you ask for?
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ConradC
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Considering the location and view, I was surprised at the reasonable prices. Outstanding service. Will definitely return
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TonyV
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great location with a view of the water. The staff was friendly and attentive. The food was tasty, plentiful, and well prepared. The prices might be a little high, but they are very competitive to other places near the ocean.
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Jay305
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food. Good Vibes . Waiter was polite and super friendly and very professional
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Jerry
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
Highly recommend sitting on the deck outside, great food!
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OpenTable Diner
Portland
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came up Newport to have Thanksgiving with our 29 month old granddaughter and we all got an air bnb together and flew in yesterday. I found your restaurant and made reservations. It was a great choice. Delicious food, great service and no clean up if cooking for me this year. What a special treat! Thank you god giving us such a great dining experience.
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MaritesM
Los Angeles
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Spent Thanksgiving here and we had a great time. So grateful that it was open. Luis G was our server and he was awesome. Loved the Mango con Chile Margarita. I loved the shrimp taquitos. Make sure to put the veggies on it. My husband had the vegan seitan fajitas and you wouldn’t know they are plant based. So good.
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JVD123
Orange County
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service exceptional. Can't beat the view. Staff goes out of the way to make your visit memorable. Thank You to the staff from front desk throughout the dining experience!! Great experience! We will definitely return. Sorry, don't remember servers name. But, the server and everyone serving are table went above and beyond to make are dining experience exceptional.
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RobK
Orange County
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food4service2ambience4
We went at 3pm Thanksgiving Day. There were 4 of us and we sat in the enclosed patio. This location probably has the best location in the entire restaurant. Food was very good, and view/location was awesome. The service wasn't horrible but below par. They forgot to bring our appetizers and had to ask for flatware and napkins 3 times before we received them. Itfelt like they hired temp employees to cover the holiday. But overall, this is a reliable go-to and and fairly priced compared to similar restaurants in the area.
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BrandieM
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Patio dining is a must in this picturesque marina setting.
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Sammiepieg
Orange County
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience5
We celebrated my brother’s birthday here at his request. The atmosphere was dark but fun. We ordered some drinks and appetizers. The kids loved their food. It was going well until my daughter spilled her ketchup and it took 8-10 minutes to clean up and that was flagging down several people to help. I wish there was also more signage about parking.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good service and great food options. Server was a nice and professional person also the food was so tasty and they have a live music
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Jmw0233
Los Angeles
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall3food2service3ambience5
We like coming here for the ambience. It is a very nice place, but service was slow and the food isn’t great. It’s not bad, but just not that great. We both had chicken street tacos and they had more chopped onions on them than chicken. We were seated for a good 10-15 minutes before anyone even acknowledged us. Overall, it’s just ok.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall3food1service5ambience3
It’s a great location, but the food quality was really bad. We didn’t eat much and left our drinks. The waiter was very friendly and attentive.
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PedroC
Orange County
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience3
The music was too loud, singer not very good. The food was Ok but nothing spectacular
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McGyver
Central Coast
18 reviews
vip
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall4food4service3ambience3
Ignored for service until I went looking for a waiter. Food is good but I’m either not used to the new prices or 1 small steak and shrimp taco for $14 is just too much. I also expected food that was exceptional based on the beautiful pics on the website and reviews. It was average. Dark inside. Porch dining was nice but since it was glass enclosed and the AC was out, it was a little toasty. I probably won’t go back but I live out of town anyway.
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PaulV
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was outstanding - loved the El Volcan but not for the faint at heart!
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MichaelG
Seattle
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall2food3service1ambience5
Our server was not focused on wha we needed! I can even remember hr name. So bad I started not to leave a tip. I was gonna give all of her tips to the busser Carlos. He did his job and the server’s job. Promote him.
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DrGourmand
Los Angeles
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall3food4service4ambience3
Everything relatively acceptable (good drinks, tasty food, fine service), however lounge entertainment outrageously loud and mostly out of tune. Do not attempt to have a conversation unless you have messaging or sign language (and we were seated in the dining area; bar would be painful). Like the decor and general ambiance and we'll give it another try soon.
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Sharks90
San Francisco
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Christian made our first visit to SOL Mexican Cantina the best experience! Great service by all. Outstanding dishes and cocktails. Parking was a tad confusing, as there is another restaurant right next door and both restaurants seem to prefer valet parking.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 12, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience2
Specifically asked for table by the water and was not accommodated. It was very loud. I asked for no salt on my margarita and the waitress was told my drink was made with salt but no correction or apology made. Food was good but service by the hostess and waitress was mediocre at best. Restaurant was very loud at 4:45pm.
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OpenTable Diner
Palm Springs
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Our server JC made our night. He was so excellent and we will be back because of him!
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
overall4food3service4ambience4
Drink prices are out of control especially for a drink that is 95% juice.
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CatherineD
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Drinks, food and the server was excellent. Highly recommend and will go back many times. Great ambiance!!
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
2 reviews
vip
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall3food4service1ambience2
Waited almost 30 minutes after ordering a cocktail And it was probably 45 minutes before someone came over, and Actually took our order Crazy Loud
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DeniseE
Orange County
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 8, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience4
Food & drinks were just ok. I was looking for at least some authentic recipes.
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PattiS
Orange County
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
Food was good and portions size was perfect. Drinks served liked by all in our party.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, my drink (watermelon margarita) was super weak but the food was delish as usual
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SueL
Los Angeles
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall3food4service3ambience3
Nice location and decent food, nothing fantastic. Service was abysmal. We waited FOREVER to order, then for our food to come. Two of the orders were wrong. By the time the last one was served, everyone else was done eating. This was for a birthday celebration, and was pretty disappointing. Especially for what it cost!! WAAAY overpriced for the quality, especially the cocktails. Will not go back.
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Schinny
New York Area
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Some of the best Mexican food I've had in a long time.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience5
Great all around. Except -My $30 anejo margarita was weak though and I’m a major lightweight. I don’t mind paying a premium but I couldn’t even taste a drop of alcohol. Otherwise I really enjoyed the food and the service and ambience ! Improve the cocktails though!
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JohnC
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place! I have eaten at Sol's whenever I am in the Irvine area, and it never disappoints. Food is delicious, interesting choices from specialty tacos to octopus. Staff are attentive, and the drinks are well made. Anything with tequila will be to your liking. Want to impress guests from out of town, with a marina view, great food and drinks? Then Sol's Cocina it is! 5 Stars
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Vinnie
Orange County
49 reviews
vip
4.0
49 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall4food5service5ambience4
It was a great meal. The food is common Mexican faire prepared in a unique way with unusual spice blends or cool presentations. For example, they have a Crab Cake Eggs Benedict, or KobeSteak and Eggs. The Shrimp Fajitas were also terrific. We sat on the patio and the view was wonderful. Unfortunately it was a hot day and the sun was very bright. Also, the table we sat at was near the door to the main restaurant and it was very loud. All-in-all, well worth it.
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OpenTable Diner
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience5
Amazing vegan options. My suggestion is to improve the seating options
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Ademius
Caribbean
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience3
Good location, good service, average food, drinks below average.
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You can order delivery directly from SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach using the Order Online button. SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 675-9800.

SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach is rated 4.3 stars by 3496 OpenTable diners.

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

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 67 times today

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Google Map for SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach

251 Pacific Coast HWY, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

Cross street
PCH and Bayside Dr.
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Hours of operation
Lunch (11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.), Dinner (Sunday-Thursday) 4:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Friday & Sat 4:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. Happy Hour 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Mon, Wed-Friday in bar and patio Weekend Brunch 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We offer both self parking adjacent to the restaurant and complimentary valet parking as you arrive.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
We offer live music every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 10:30 pm, Saturday night from 8:00 to 11:00 pm, and Sunday Brunch from Noon to 3:00 pm.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://solcocina.com/
Phone number
(949) 675-9800
Catering
Full catering services as well as Dockside Catering options! http://www.solcocina.com/
Private party facilities
Our restaurant is great for hosting birthday parties, wedding rehearsals, business luncheons and many other events.
Private party contact
Mary Eikenbary: (562) 346-1318

SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

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Popular dishes

Shrimp Taquitos

Spanish Octopus

Viper Taco

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