Newport Beach, Orange County, CA

Places to go in Newport Beach

56 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

A Restaurant

Food & Drink

A Restaurant

Circa-1926 spot now a handsome New American eatery with leather booths & an adjacent market.

3334 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

Alta Coffee

Food & Drink

Alta Coffee

Informal cafe with a cozy farmhouse vibe has coffee, breakfast items, sandwiches, live music & more.

506 31st St, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

Balboa Bay Resort

Arts & Culture

Balboa Bay Resort

Contemporary quarters, some with bay views, plus a seafood restaurant, a spa & a hip gastropub.

1221 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

Balboa Island Ferry

Family

Balboa Island Ferry

Tiny vintage boats for cars & walk-ons, with an 800-ft. crossing between Balboa Island & peninsula.

510 Palm St, Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA

Balboa Pavilion

Family

Balboa Pavilion

Built in 1906, this classic waterfront pavilion features a relaxed restaurant, boat rentals & more.

400 Main St, Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA

Bayside Restaurant

Food & Drink

Bayside Restaurant

Seafood, steaks & more in a harborside eatery with featured art, a patio, jazz nights & brunch.

900 Bayside Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660, USA

Billy's At The Beach

Food & Drink

Billy's At The Beach

Island-inspired seaside spot with patio bar, offering a diverse menu, tropical drinks & live music.

2751 West Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

bouillon NEWPORT

Food & Drink

bouillon NEWPORT

1000 Bristol St N Unit 11, Newport Beach, CA 92660, USA

Buck Gully Reserve

Outdoors

Buck Gully Reserve

Canyon nature preserve with trails for hiking & mountain-biking, plus guided interpretive walks.

San Joaquin Hills Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92657, USA

Class of 47

Nightlife

Class of 47

Enduring neighborhood haunt with pool tables, a jukebox & TVs in chill digs with a classic vibe.

209 Palm St, Newport Beach, CA 92661, USA

Coastal Peak Park

Outdoors

Coastal Peak Park

Ball fields with bleachers, a playground & other amenities offered at a park with panoramic views.

20403 E Coastal Peak, Newport Coast, CA 92657, USA

Fable & Spirit

Food & Drink

Fable & Spirit

3441 Via Lido Suite A, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

Fashion Island

Shopping

Fashion Island

This outdoor shopping mall with water features has popular retailers, restaurants & a cinema.

401 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660, USA

Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters

Arts & Culture

Festival of Arts and Pageant of the Masters

650 Laguna Canyon Rd, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA

Gulfstream

Food & Drink

Gulfstream

American eatery & bar for daily seafood specials & cocktails in a modern, marine-themed space.

850 Avocado Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92660, USA

Herst Coffee Roasters

Food & Drink

Herst Coffee Roasters

Bright, tranquil & stylish shop offering craft coffee, elevated pastries & outdoor seating.

3400 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

Inspiration Point

Family

Inspiration Point

Small observation point, popular at sunset, offering benches & a panoramic ocean view.

3001 Ocean Blvd, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625, USA

Javier's Restaurant - Newport Beach

Food & Drink

Javier's Restaurant - Newport Beach

Tropical setting for upmarket Mexican fare & margaritas made with an extensive list of tequilas.

7832 Pacific Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92657, USA

JOEY Newport Beach

Food & Drink

JOEY Newport Beach

Relaxed, contemporary dining spot with a broad menu featuring international & regional dishes.

453 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660, USA

Kéan Coffee Artisan Roasters

Food & Drink

Kéan Coffee Artisan Roasters

Independent cafe with coffee drinks made from beans roasted in-house, plus pastries & savory treats.

2043 Westcliff Dr #100, Newport Beach, CA 92660, USA

Laguna Beach, California

Outdoors

Laguna Beach, California

A beachfront park with a boardwalk, volleyball & basketball courts, a playground & a tide-pool area.

Broadway St & Pacific Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA

Lighthouse Cafe

Food & Drink

Lighthouse Cafe

Airy eatery with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering eclectic American eats, a deck & bay vistas.

1600 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA

Lookout Point

Outdoors

Lookout Point

Scenic destination in peaceful surrounds known for its beaches, water fountains, bay & ocean views.

2837 Ocean Blvd, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625, USA

Marina Park

Outdoors

Marina Park

1600 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663, USA