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Port Restaurant & Bar

440 Heliotrope Ave, CA 92625
949-723-9685
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Ranked #29 of 284 restaurants in Newport Beach
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Price range: 32 AUD - 51 AUD
Cuisines: Californian
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Dining options: Reservations
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: Heliotrope and Coast Highway
Description: Port Restaurant in Corona del Mar is a coastal treasure where the world comes together in an exciting mlange of sparkling ambiance, superb service, and transcendent cuisine. Tucked away just off the Majestic Coast Highway next to the legendary Port Theatre, the restaurant has established itself as one of the main reasons to visit Corona del Mar. Port's soothing streetside patio area is reminiscent of a classic southern Riviera bistro, while colorful paintings and sculptures add a playful depth to the romantic interior. The classically trained kitchen staff at Port specializes in utilizing exciting and authentically homemade flavors to create a fantastic globally inspired culinary experience that should not be missed.
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Irvine, CA
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

I recently celebrated an anniversary dinner at Port Restaurant and gave the staff advance notice. They actually reserved the most romantic table for us (next to the glowing fireplace) and acknowledged our special day. We took advantage of Port's excellent selection of wine by the glass (including high end reds). We ordered the Scottish Salmon and the chef allowed us... More

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salt lake city
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 April 2012

Extensive menu choices so there was something on the menu for everyone in my family. The bloody mary's are tasty, a bit lean on the spice, but has a splash of citrus. Live music and lovely wall art of dancers. Clean and lively! I would visit again. More

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Newport Beach, CA
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 November 2011

The Port is a jewel in Newport Beach on a side street just off off PCH, They have great food and atmosphere. You should check this place out... More

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Newport Beach, California
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 October 2011
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The Port is just off PCH in Corona Del Mar (Newport Beach). It's a bit tucked away, but worth the discovery. First of all, the place has a feel of a beach bungalow with a Mediterranean flare. The restaurant, bar and stage wrap around an intimate open patio. At first I did not realize I was outside! Artwork adorns the... More

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USA
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2011

Busy place but not for a nice, quiet meal. So noisy couldn't have conversation with my wife. More

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Corona del Mar,
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 August 2009

We had a great group dinner at Port. Everytime we go to Port we get more amazed of how truly special this place is. It is tucked away from the main traffic and thats the beauty of it. Great ambeience and service. Mywife and I. enjoyed our spicy shrimp and ahi tartar as well as the halibut special and bone-in... More

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california
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2009

Outstanding food, service and ambiance! Don't miss the gnocchi or the short ribs! Music in the al fresco patio sets the mood. More

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Newport Beach
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2008
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The first thing you will notice when visiting the Port Restaurant in Corona del Mar, is the pleasant wood-paneled decor and large fireplace in the dining area. This clubby atmosphere and Sinatra playing softly in the background are suitable for a fine dining establishment (although the plasma TV hanging above the fireplace should have tipped me off). But all too... More

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Orange County
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2008
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We have been to the restaurant now 3 times. Every time the food ws great and service was impecable. In this day and age that coroporate restaurants make it very difficult for independents to survive Port brings a very refeshing experience reminsent of good old independent eateries. We enjoyed our 6 course dinner in New Year's Eve and poached lobster... More

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