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Naked Buddha Roll - Starfish Newport, Newport Beach, CA

Starfish Newport

4.8
4.8
273 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Asian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 17 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for happy hour
  • Good for special occasions
Starfish comes to Newport Beach!

~ Intimate Seating | Sake & Wine Bar | Takeout & Kitchen ~


A tastefully provocative journey through the Coastlines of Asia.
Our menu is rooted in tradition, featuring classic dishes, translated for our modern palate. Discover over 70 shareable plates, paired with our exotic sake libations and extensive wine list, as we become your new beachside, neighborhood go-to. Indulge in our dedication to freshness, quality, ambiance and service.

We offer our full menu for takeout and delivery in partnership with DoorDash and UberEats. To place a pickup order please visit starfishcalifornia.com or call our team at 949.570.3990.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Sushi, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 570-3990
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Omar Pineda
  • Catering
    A tastefully provocative group dining destination nestled off the Coast of Laguna Beach. This upscale beach vibe will transport your guests from the everyday bustle, as they relax and explore the flavors of Asia. Our carefully curated menus feature authentic ingredients reinvented for the modern palate, to be shared amongst friends.
  • Private party facilities
    Tucked away in South Laguna Beach, Starfish combines atmosphere, outstanding service and upscale coastal vibes to create the perfect setting for your next corporate, social or private event.
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Cross Street
    PCH
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Asian Fusion Thanksgiving

    Multiple dates available
    This Thanksgiving, join us in starting a new tradition! We’re thrilled to be open for our very first Thanksgiving celebration. Indulge in our full regular à la carte dinner menu, along with some exciting new fall dishes and seasonal specialty drinks. Be sure to experience our popular Opium Hour, celebrated as one of the best Happy Hours in Orange County from 3-6 PM. Prefer to enjoy your feast at home? We offer perfectly packaged takeout and a variety of catering options for larger gatherings. Don’t miss out!
    Asian Fusion Thanksgiving photo

Offers

  • Opium Hour- Best Happy Hour in OC

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Over 30 + bites and rolls starting at $11. Specials on sake, wine, beer and specialty libations. Same portions as our regular menu. Opium Hour is our version of happy hour available throughout the restaurant. 3-6pm Everyday!

    Opium Hour- Best Happy Hour in OC photo

What 273 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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Starfish Newport offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent cuisine" and "great service." The cozy atmosphere is perfect for both intimate dinners and lively happy hours. Guests rave about the "delicious Asian fusion" and standout dishes like sea bass in curry. Despite being a smaller venue, it remains a beloved spot for "fabulous" food and "wonderful" staff.

273 Reviews
  1. Don

    Orange County

    40 reviews

    4.0

    40 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    I'm tough, so take that into my review. I was in the business and my son is an Exec Chef at a 5 Star Resort. Enough said. Reservations at 5:45 PM party of 4, nobody there to greet and half full. Took 5 minutes before we were noticed. Once seated, greeted right away. She was friendly and efficient. Explained we had 10 minutes left for Happy Hour pricing. 👏 Appreciated this. She was fantastic throughout the meal. Cocktails - Bravo! Appetizers. Mussels -Bravo, Spicy Tuna Roll - Bravo, Shrimp Dumplings Steamed - meh, Cream Cheese Wontons - meh. Entrees. We split two Curry Sea Bass - Super Bravo!!! My wife is from SE Asia. She knows steaming in leaves. Fish was firm, but soft and tender. Curry style is killer. Perhaps a tad too thick, but that's a matter of personal taste. Overall a great night out with friends in from Las Vegas. We will be back together and separately.

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  2. Karen

    VIP

    Orange County

    35 reviews

    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was amazing, service was excellent. It was cold in there because they had the doors open. Could have been warmer on a chilly day.

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  3. Michael

    VIP

    Orange County

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Surprised at atmosphere, food and how quaint. Hate to share but soooo good.
    Starfish NewportResponded 6 days ago
    Thank you!

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  4. Susan

    VIP

    Orange County

    42 reviews

    5.0

    42 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful lunch with Jesse as our server. Thank you… once again! Susan Tancredi
    Starfish NewportResponded on 16 December 2024
    Thank you!

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  5. Diana

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot for mtg up with friends. A bit smaller than Laguna Beach location but staff is friendly, attentive and helpful. Overall a great place to visit!
    Starfish NewportResponded on 9 December 2024
    Thank you!

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  6. Jim

    VIP

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The menu is amazing! So many choices! And the good is excellent too! Also, great happy hour! I highly recommend this place!
    Starfish NewportResponded on 16 December 2024
    Thank you!

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  7. Derek

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Third visit and this place has become our favorite spot! The staff are very nice and the food is amazing!
    Starfish NewportResponded on 3 December 2024
    Thank you!

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  8. Amy

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic dining experience at Starfish in Newport Beach! The dragon fruit candy prawns and crab California roll were delicious,great service from Jess and the head of house have made it even more special. It’s always great to find a spot that leaves such a positive impression. Definitely a place to revisit!
    Starfish NewportResponded on 3 December 2024
    Thank you!

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  9. Patty

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always fabulous. The best thing about starfish in addition to the food, is the wonderful staff. I’ve never had a bad experience and I love everybody. That works there to include the special owner. She is one of a kind, a true peach.
    Starfish NewportResponded on 3 December 2024
    Thank you!

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  10. Christine

    VIP

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Starfish is charming but in a smaller space than we expected. We sat off of the kitchen and take out prep area which was a bit distracting but since it was happy hour it was still somewhat quiet The noise level picks up after 6. The noise level and close seating may not be for everyone though. However the food is very good, the presentation is lovely and our server was knowledgeable and very pleasant. We will definitely return in the future to experience the main menu. Overall we had a very nice time and enjoyed ourselves.
    Starfish NewportResponded on 3 December 2024
    Thank you!

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FAQs

Starfish Newport offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 570-3990.

Starfish Newport is rated 4.8 stars by 273 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 17 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Starfish Newport

191 Riverside Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92659

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    PCH
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Asian, Sushi, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Omar Pineda
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (949) 570-3990
  • Catering
    A tastefully provocative group dining destination nestled off the Coast of Laguna Beach. This upscale beach vibe will transport your guests from the everyday bustle, as they relax and explore the flavors of Asia. Our carefully curated menus feature authentic ingredients reinvented for the modern palate, to be shared amongst friends.
  • Private party facilities
    Tucked away in South Laguna Beach, Starfish combines atmosphere, outstanding service and upscale coastal vibes to create the perfect setting for your next corporate, social or private event.
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