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Ocean 48 - Newport, Newport Beach, CA

Ocean 48 - Newport

4.9
4.9
466 Reviews
$50 and over
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 159 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Fancy
The Ocean 48 menu is designed with fresh seafood and quality ingredients in mind. The Mastros provide ultra-grade seafood, salmon, lobster, crab, oysters and more. Much of the menu is served a la carte, letting each guest personalize their experience. Ocean 48 is seafood reinvented in a vibrant upscale atmosphere specializing in world-class seafood & great steaks. Different than anything we have done in the past, the fine dining atmosphere blends dramatic and intimate settings. At the core of Ocean 48 is chef sourced, highest graded sustainable fresh seafood from around from the world, enhanced with unique and interesting appetizers and side dishes that go beyond the traditional seafood menu. Newport's best seafood & romantic restaurant.
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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:15 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:15 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 989-0048
  • Website
    https://ocean48.com/
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Coming soon!

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What 466 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Best Ambience

  • Orange County

    Seafood

  • Orange County

    Most Booked

  • South Orange County

    Best Service

  • South Orange County

    Best Ambience

  • South Orange County

    Great for fine wines

  • South Orange County

    Seafood

  • South Orange County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ocean 48 in Newport promises a delightful dining experience, with "amazing food" and "exceptional service." The ambiance is both "elegant and inviting," perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "outstanding" waitstaff and diverse menu options, including standout dishes like the chicken-fried lobster. A must-visit for memorable meals!

466 Reviews

  1. Julie

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ocean 48 exceeded every expectation during our family dinner for five. The service was impeccable, and the ambiance was spectacular, creating the perfect setting for a memorable evening. Throughout the meal, we kept saying, "This is the best [insert dish] we've ever had!" We enjoyed an incredible array of dishes: oysters, filets, a bone-in ribeye, scallops, sides, and a key lime pie that was simply divine. The cocktails were perfectly curated, complementing the meal beautifully. Ocean 48 is a must-visit for anyone seeking a flawless dining experience. We found absolutely nothing lacking and can’t wait to return. Highly recommend!

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  2. MariaA

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Ryan was exceptional! We'll be back very soon!

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  3. Vito

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Impeccable service, exquisite food and a tremendous atmosphere made it the best dining experience possible.

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  4. Andre

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing time! The server, and entire staff we outstanding.

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  5. Michael

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good Samantha ate a lot she said rock crab is 10/10

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  6. Nadia

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience at Ocean 48! The atmosphere was delightful, with everyone smiling and well-mannered. The customer service was exceptional, and our server, Alvaro, was incredibly kind and respectful. We loved it so much that I’m planning to return next weekend! Thank you so, so much!!

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  7. Joe

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Adam was our server. Couldnt be happier. Adam was attentive very professional and you could tell he has a passion to make his guest evening an enjoyable dinner. Food was excellent. We had the butcher steak and lobster. Both excellent. Definitely a go to spot if you want an outstanding evening. Everyone was very friendly

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  8. Miyuki

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Foods were delicious, an excellent service! We will definitely go back to this place!

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  9. Alyssa

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience, great service and best food around town!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. anita

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mike the sheriff was our waiter and he was amazing!!!! He made sure me and my friends had an amazing experience. We will definitely be back to see sheriff Mike again ...

    1 person found this helpful

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Ocean 48 - Newport is rated 4.9 stars by 466 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 159 times today
Google Map for Ocean 48 - Newport

151 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660-6905

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Newport Center Drive & Anacapa Drive
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:15 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:30 pm–9:45 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:15 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Chef's Table, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access
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