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SideDoor, Corona Del Mar, CA

SideDoor

4.8
4.8
460 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
Three generations of the Frank family found new inspiration in England’s growing gastropub movement.
In 2009, they refurbished, restyled and re-opened the traditional British pub at Five Crowns as Corona del Mar’s first and only English-style gastropub, SideDoor.

SideDoor is a separate operation within Five Crowns. Enter on Poppy Street under the big red key and find a comfortable and convivial atmosphere. Cozy up to one of the charming fireplaces. The focus at SideDoor is on seasonal small plates portioned for sharing, cheese and charcuterie prepared by a chef on duty at the new charcuterie station and a selection of world-class spirits. A wide range of wines and craft beers in a variety of sizes and pours are constantly updated with new offerings for the curious to explore. With its warm, relaxed atmosphere, SideDoor, the casual neighborhood gastropub, will have its guests returning again and again.

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Additional information

  • Area
    Corona del Mar
  • Cross Street
    Poppy St
  • Parking details
    Self-Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • SideDoor with Santa

    USD 31.94 per person

    Prepaid

    30 Nov 2024 only
    SideDoor with Santa. Skip the long line at the mall and take your own holiday photo with Santa beside a warm fire in one of the coziest settings of our historic building. Each ticket is for one Child to see Santa, includes Hot Chocolate, a Holiday cookie and a glass of bubbly for one adult. SideDoor will be open with a limited menu available for those who wish to dine while visiting Jolly Old Saint Nick!
    SideDoor  with Santa photo

What 460 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SideDoor offers a cozy, English pub-like atmosphere with "excellent food" and "wonderful service." Regulars rave about the charcuterie board and prime rib. The setting is perfect for casual dining with friends or family. While some dishes received mixed reviews, standout items like the sliders and cocktails consistently impress.

460 Reviews
  1. Dani

    Orange County

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time. Had a reservation at 7:15 at Side Door and wasn’t seated until 8:00. But service was excellent and vibe is always fun! Will and Lester were awesome!!!

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  2. Marion

    Orange County

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So much fun being cozy at the Side Door!! Wonderful service and delicious food! Great experience !

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  3. Charles

    Orange County

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Happy Hour! Outstanding value. Great ambience.
    SideDoorResponded on 13 November 2024
    Charles, we're thrilled to know you enjoyed our Happy Hour and appreciated the ambience! Your enthusiasm means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again soon.

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  4. annette

    Orange County

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The waiter was amazing and the soufflé was to die for.
    SideDoorResponded on 11 November 2024
    Annette, we're delighted to hear that you enjoyed both the service and the soufflé during your visit! Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience, and we hope to serve you again soon!

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  5. Roger

    Atlanta Metro

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Try the French dip and a chicken pot pie. Life is good.

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  6. Steven

    Las Vegas

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Trinity created a delicious charcuterie board for us to start with, followed by a signature Crown salad, pretzel, and lobster bisque. Our friend had the prime rib and I had the prime rib sandwich (California style) with chips. My wife had an interesting entree I never did figure out. Our server, Evan (?), was incredible, the staff were all very polite, including Anthony who kept our table looking great. Overall an incredible experience. We'll definitely be back again!
    SideDoorResponded on 4 November 2024
    We're thrilled that Trinity's charcuterie board kicked off your incredible experience and happy to hear Evan and Anthony made it memorable. We're looking forward to your next visit!

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  7. Shannon

    Amsterdam

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We told our server at the beginning of the meal about wanting the soufflé because we knew it took 25 minutes to prepare. We also told her we were seeing a show. She wasn’t able to time things properly so we didn’t get dessert. She also failed to take items we didn’t receive off our bill. She wasn’t attentive and did nothing to make up for it.
    SideDoorResponded on 28 October 2024
    Shannon, this is certainly not the level of attentive service our team strives to provide, and it’s concerning to hear about your dining experience. We greatly value feedback like yours as it helps us improve. Please call the restaurant directly so we can address this matter with the attention it deserves. Thank you.

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  8. Sarah

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Prime rib was excellent, the sides such as the Truffle fries and the creamed corn and creamed spinach were fantastic. The charcuterie board is always a must, and the cocktails never disappoint! We will be back soon!
    SideDoorResponded on 28 October 2024
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Our team looks forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic experience!

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  9. Jennifer

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We love Side Foor but last night was not up to par...they changed the burger!! It was a fan favorite and the new burger was definitely disappointing. On top of the fact that it was not nearly as flavorful it came out basically raw...there was a "trainee" in charge of cooking burgers...and out entrees came out while we were still eating our soup. Clearly the kitchen was having some troubles. We strongly suggest bringing back the side Door burger ...we love Side Door!!!!
    SideDoorResponded on 28 October 2024
    Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, Jennifer. It's important for us to maintain the quality that our guests expect, and we're glad you let us know about your recent experience. Your feedback regarding the burger and timing of your meal will be shared with our kitchen team. We appreciate your loyalty to Side Door and look forward to welcoming you back for an improved experience!

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  10. Howard

    Orange County

    325 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    325 reviews

    Dined on 22 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent food. One of our Cdm go to places. Great unique drinks as well
    SideDoorResponded on 23 October 2024
    Howard, thank you for sharing your enthusiasm! We're thrilled to be one of your go-to spots for excellent food and unique drinks. Looking forward to your next visit!

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FAQs

SideDoor offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 717-4322.

SideDoor is rated 4.8 stars by 460 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 37 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for SideDoor

3801 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Poppy St
  • Area
    Corona del Mar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Self-Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Luna
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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