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608 Dahlia, Newport Beach, CA

608 Dahlia

4.8
4.8
2005 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Executive Chef Jessica Roy brings her fresh interpretation and style to Garden and Farm-to-Table cuisine right inside the botanical oasis that is Sherman Library and Gardens. Daily pickings from the Gardens and local farms populate the ever changing seasonal menu that highlights the best and most flavorful ingredients of the season. Look for ingredients at their peak, stunning edible blooms and herbs right from the Sherman grounds, and cuisine that is nothing short of inspired and delicious. .

Please note: we are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5.00 per person admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization), who maintain the sweeping panoramic views that our diners get to enjoy! Come for the food and stay for the views (and insta-worthy pics).

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 220-7229
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jessica Roy
  • Catering
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
  • Private party facilities
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.
  • Area
    Corona del Mar
  • Cross Street
    MacArthur and PCH
  • Parking details
    Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Dahlia Dinner

    18 Dec 2024 only
    Experience the magic of 608 Dahlia at Night! To help celebrate the holiday season, we are open for dinner on Wednesday December 18th, accepting reservations between 5:30-7:30pm. Guests may order a la carte off our menu and enjoy the unique experience of dining in our Garden-side restaurant at night surrounded by holiday decor and lights.
    Dahlia Dinner photo
  • Dahlia Dinner

    17 Jan 2025 - 31 Jan 2025
    Experience the magic of 608 Dahlia at Night and join us for dinner Friday January 17th and Friday January 31st, accepting reservations between 5:30-7:30pm. Guests may order a la carte off our menu and enjoy the unique experience of dining in our Garden-side restaurant at night.
    Dahlia Dinner photo
  • Dahlia Fireside Afternoon Tea

    USD 80.81 per person

    23 Jan 2025 only
    Join us for a cozy Fireside Afternoon Tea experience on select Thursdays January through April 2025. Afternoon tea is $75 per person; $90 with a Alexandrie brut bubbly pour (not including taxes and gratuity). Menus are fixed and available to view online on our website https://608dahlia.com/afternoon-tea-experiences. Children menus will be available to order a la carte for any guests under 10 years of age.
    Dahlia Fireside Afternoon Tea photo

What 2,005 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Best Ambience

  • South Orange County

    Best Ambience

  • South Orange County

    Healthy

  • South Orange County

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
608 Dahlia offers a "wonderful experience" with "excellent food" in a stunning garden setting. Signature biscuits and creative dishes delight guests, and Chef Jessica's "Michelin star-worthy" craft shines through. While service can be slow during busy times, the serene ambiance and "beautiful presentation" make it a must-visit.

2,005 Reviews
  1. Laurie

    Orange County

    80 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    80 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely venue and excellent food. It was usually busy today and it took awhile and 3 x asking to get service. Once we did Anthony was excellent and we were so happy to have him help us. Very attentive and friendly👍

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  2. Jessica

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The whole dining experience was amazing. Service was great and food is truly delicious.

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  3. martha

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food at Dalia is very good and the setting at Sherman Library and Gardens is, of course, outstanding. But the prices have gone up too much. Their signature muffins used to be $18, they are now $28! Why? Costs are going down, not up. Very disappointing..... Is Dalia's trying to send the message that they are now only for very high income people?

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  4. Kathy

    Orange County

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our delicious lunch in the beautiful Sherman Gardens at 608 Dahlia. I would suggest smaller servings of the entree salads and quiche lunch entree. The are large enough to share.

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  5. terri

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Chef at 608 Dahlia is outstanding in every way. The presentation is pure creative art! The food is prepared to perfection and tastes fresh and organic …like right out of the garden. Not to mention you are surrounded by complete beauty from the gardens. One literally walks into a peaceful garden, beautiful seasonal decor with food made from heaven above. I am fortunate to frequent five star resorts and restaurants… I agree 608 Dahlia exceeded all my expectations and is far above five stars. 🙌 The Chef is truly stupendous!!!!
    608 DahliaResponded 3 days ago
    Terri, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and the talents of Chef Jessica (we agree, she is outstanding!); we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.

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  6. Nicholas

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service, great scenery, and great food! Biscuits are next level!
    608 DahliaResponded 3 days ago
    Nicholas, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine (yes, those biscuits are amazing!) and service provided; we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.

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  7. kathy

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting overlooking the gardens! Chef Jessica’s ingredients are so fresh and high quality presented like artwork on your plat! Our server Will was friendly, efficient and very helpful with recommendations!
    608 DahliaResponded 4 days ago
    Kathy, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and service provided by Will (he's a gem!); we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.

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  8. Kim

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful lunch! Beautiful centerpieces at all the tables!
    608 DahliaResponded 4 days ago
    Kim, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on your dining experience with us and on our table floral arrangements; we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.

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  9. Liz

    Orange County

    28 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our lunch. I think the portions are large on the salads. Too much lettuce. We were 3 people seated at a table for eight, so that was a little awkward. Service was excellent, but getting the bill was a bit slow. Overall, enjoyable.
    608 DahliaResponded 4 days ago
    Liz, thank you so much for your review and your comments on your dining experience with us; we really appreciate it. We are very happy that your server provided excellent service (as we expect of them), but do apologize that the bill was slow to arrive. We hope that you will dine with us again.

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  10. Lori

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food presentation and taste, service and ambiance was exquisite!
    608 DahliaResponded on 15 November 2024
    Lori, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine, service provided, and ambiance; we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.

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FAQs

608 Dahlia is rated 4.8 stars by 2005 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 32 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for 608 Dahlia

2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    MacArthur and PCH
  • Area
    Corona del Mar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jessica Roy
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (949) 220-7229
  • Catering
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
  • Private party facilities
    608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.
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