Best Waterfront Restaurants in Santa Ana

The Dock is the best restaurant in Newport. Period. Staff / family are as nice, genuine and knowledgeable as you could ever hope for. Phenomenal wine list. Gorgeous setting. Not overrun with tourists. 10 / 10.

Came for Saturday brunch. It was a gloomy day so it wasn't busy, but we were ok with that as we had 2 babies in our party. Service was exceptional and food was great with good portions and good value. Get the warm bread basket, it was so good. Beautiful restaurant with a beautiful view of the marina, we'll for sure be coming back again soon.

Jolie in Huntington Beach is an absolute gem! The view is stunning, especially during sunset—such a perfect backdrop for a relaxing evening. We were lucky to make it in time for happy hour, and the food did not disappoint—everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Our server was fantastic, taking the time to walk us through the menu and offer recommendations that turned out to be spot on. The combination of great service, delicious food, and breathtaking views makes Jolie a must-visit. We’ll definitely be back!

Rusty Pelican never disappoints! Thank you to our extraordinary waiter, Joseph. He was attentive and thoughtful. We were chilled sitting inside, and he brought my guest and me blankets! Outstanding food as always. The Alaskan halibut on a bed of mashed potatoes was delicious! Cold, fresh crisp salad was excellent as well. Thank you Joseph for your high quality service! We will be back!

Awesome 😎 ambience, and great food!  manager and service excellent.