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Molo, Newport Beach, CA

Molo

4.7
4.7
286 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
11:00 pm
Booked 49 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 723-0621
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 286 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Molo offers "the absolute best Italian food in Orange County," with an authentic and charming atmosphere. The service is "outstanding," and the menu features standout dishes like Cacio e Pepe and tiramisu. Although the venue can be "very loud," the quality and warmth of this family-owned gem make it a must-visit.

286 Reviews
  1. MICHAEL

    VIP

    Dallas

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, excellent service. Will be back.

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  2. jessica

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here. Food and wine were absolutely amazing. Great service. The Caesar salad with the fresh cheese on top was phenomenal. The penne vodka with sausage was incredible. We also loved the pizza! Can’t wait to go back

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  3. Pamela

    Phoenix

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food. Lunch was a delight. Great find. Now, we won’t miss Sabatino’s.

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  4. 0clark

    VIP

    Orange County

    140 reviews

    5.0

    140 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Probably the best Chicken Picata. Caesar salad was also very good with a very refreshing taste. Overall had a wonderful time even with all the renovations and crowded feeling.

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  5. Marc

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, took quite a while for anyone to come to our table when we sat. Service was a bit slow after that but the food was fantastic.

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  6. Monica

    VIP

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The absolute best Italian food in Orange County! Charming atmosphere, in spite of the patio renovation. Friendly, attentive waitstaff. The lasagna, Cacio e pepe and tiramisu are not to be missed! Italy without the plane fare.

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  7. Tami

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    come stare a casa con la famiglia! Cibo e servizio io eccellenti!

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  8. Ivory

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was the best Italian food I’ve had in a long time! Service was outstanding everything was amazing 10 out of 10 

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  9. Tom

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    73 reviews

    5.0

    73 reviews

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, everything was authentic and flavorful. Will definitely return next time I’m back here. Service was a bit slow, but waiter was kind and accommodating. Maybe a bit understaffed

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  10. Zion

    VIP

    Orange County

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing across the board—by far the best Italian restaurant we’ve eaten at in Orange County. The atmosphere and food were authentic, and the service was attentive and exceptional. I was especially impressed by the Beef Tartare, the Carbonara from the specials menu, and the Cacio e Pepe. When we dug into the Cacio e Pepe—a dish typically known for its simplicity and subtlety—we immediately knew this was a great Italian restaurant. We finished the evening with the Tiramisu and the Nutella Bread Pudding, both of which were outstanding. Our server, Leonardo, provided service that was second to none. He anticipated our needs perfectly and shared that Molo is a family-owned restaurant, with many of the staff connected to one another—a huge plus in our book. It’s always wonderful to support a family-owned business! We can’t wait to come back and explore the rest of the menu.

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Molo is rated 4.7 stars by 286 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:00 pm
Booked 49 times today
Google Map for Molo

251 Shipyard Way, Newport Beach, CA 92663

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Additional information

  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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