Why you need to plan for Valentine's Day in Newport Beach
Newport Beach has plenty of great spots for a special Valentine’s dinner. Whether you want fresh sushi, a cozy steakhouse, or dinner by the water, there’s something for everyone. Sushi Ii offers an omakase experience, while Five Crowns has a classic prime rib meal. The Winery Restaurant has a beautiful harbor view, and Topside Roof Deck serves champagne under the stars. If you love seasonal dishes, try CdM Restaurant or 608 Dahlia. Many places have prix-fixe menus with lobster, steak, and delicious desserts. Tables fill up fast, so be sure to book ahead!
Our recommended date night restauraunts.
Bayside Restaurant
Bayside Restaurant is offering a three-course prix-fixe menu featuring dishes like lobster bisque, beef tartare, filet mignon, and mushroom-crusted seabass. Desserts include a flourless chocolate tarte and strawberry shortcake. The venue provides a romantic ambiance with live music from 5 to 10 p.m. Reservations are recommended.
Sushi Ii
Master Chef Susumu Ii presents a multi-course Omakase experience priced at $280 per person. The menu includes classic nigiri, sashimi, and meticulously prepared appetizers. Various seatings are available between 4:45 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Reservations can be made online or by phone.
Mayor’s Table
Chef-Partner Riley Huddleston has curated a three-course menu priced at $65 per person, featuring designer oysters, Hawaiian bluefin hash, Wine Country Lamb, and Macadamia & Furikake-Crusted Ono. An additional Ricotta Gnuddi course is available for $25. Dessert includes a gooey Chocolate Brownie designed for two. Wine pairings can be added for $40 per person. Reservations are available by phone.
Topside Roof Deck at Lido House
Offering VIP table packages with two glasses of Lido House Blend Piper Heidsieck Champagne for $150, or a full bottle for $250. A Valentine’s Cabana Package is also available, featuring a private rooftop cabana with romantic decor.
608 Dahlia at Sherman Library & Gardens
Chef Jessica Roy has prepared a four-course prix-fixe dinner priced at $100, starting with buttermilk chive and gruyere biscuits and a wild mushroom amuse-bouche. First course options include lobster bisque or a garden salad.
The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar
Perched on the harbor's edge, The Winery offers a romantic setting with an extensive wine selection. For Valentine's Day, they feature an à la carte menu with dishes like Chili Lime Rubbed Mahi Mahi, Slow Braised Angus Beef Short Rib, and Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast. Reservations are recommended.
Louie's by the Bay
This modern Italian steakhouse boasts 180-degree harbor views. For Valentine's Day weekend, Louie's offers a four-course dinner priced at $78 per person, featuring fresh pasta, seafood, and steaks. Reservations can be made online or by phone.
Five Crowns
Modeled after an English country inn, Five Crowns provides a cozy atmosphere. Their Valentine's Day prix-fixe menu, available from February 13-16 at $75 per person, includes dishes like Roasted Prime Rib, Beef Steak Neptune, and Ora King Salmon. Reservations are recommended.
Nobu Newport Beach
Known for its fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine, Nobu offers an omakase experience with harbor views from its second-story balcony. Reservations are essential for Valentine's Day.
CdM Restaurant
CdM Restaurant focuses on seasonal ingredients, offering a diverse menu of contemporary American dishes. The chic interior provides a romantic setting for Valentine's Day. Reservations can be made online or by phone.
Plan Ahead
Reservations are highly recommended for these establishments, as Valentine's Day dining tends to sell out quickly.
