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The Dock

Restaurant Continental restaurant

Waterside eatery serves continental fare on a patio with a relaxed, modern vibe & ample views. People often mention service, great, delicious, amazing, experience, restaurant, dessert, bread,


Address

2816 Lafayette Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Website

www.eatatthedock.com

Contact

(949) 673-3625

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (214 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: Closed
  • Wednesday: 5 to 8 PM
  • Thursday: 5 to 8 PM
  • Friday: 5 to 8:30 PM
  • Saturday: 5 to 8:30 PM
  • Sunday: 5 to 8 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: service (15) great (9) delicious (8) amazing (6) experience (6) restaurant (6) dessert (6) bread (6)
Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 5/5 Robin A. 4 years ago on Google
    The food is amazing! The first time we came here all three of us ordered Scallops with Risotto and Brussels Sprouts. The dish was delicious. Last night was our second time eating at The Dock: my friend had Scallops and loved them. My husband had steak, which was tender and perfectly seared with wonderful potatoes. I had the most delicious beet salad and halibut. As I am a very good cook, when I eat out I most often feel like I should have stayed home and cooked. Not at The Dock! They create magic in that kitchen!!!!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joshua R. 1 year ago on Google
    Overall great experience. This place is unique. Right away you get that feeling being invited to someone’s home. The thought out decorations and layout of the restaurant get this done. They also have a well trained staff that make you feel welcomed. The wine list is impressive and the menu is simple but executed very well. The view of the water and the boats are just a wonderful addition to the meal. We were there to celebrate a life milestone and were gifted a wonderful dessert with some delicious sparkling wine. Highly recommend this place as a treat.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Vee D. 1 year ago on Google
    A quiet romantic dinner spot with great choice of seafood and poultry. The place is small and a little hide away, when the interior design is absolutely cute with the atoll color furniture and fresh orchid vases. It is amazingly relaxing to have brunch or dinner with some light music watching at the boats flowing by. Charming! Highlights of the menu: 1. Complementary bread and beef with bread from the restaurant. Beef tartar, excellent! 2. Butter Poached Lobster Tail: absolutely stunning! Serves with asparagus and mushroom ragu, pickled beets, and tarragon butter. 3. Fresh Market Fish, which I had Alaskan Halibut with organic quinoa risotto, Brussels sprouts, potato leek veloute, and salsa verde. 4. Spiced NZ Rack of Lamb: the signature of restaurant. But herbs flavor is a bit strong, so I don't recommend it to anybody not very keen on herbs. Customer service is definitely nice and the chef brings dining plates to you making sure food quality is consistent. Wine list is variety with stunning bottles design on the front as well. Suitable spot for both family and couples hanging out!! Metered street parking is available. We come for dinner so it's not hard to find a spot. I would wonder how was it for brunch or lunch time.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jon Kenn S. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent fine dining experience. We enjoyed the halibut, short ribs and scallops. Each entree had its own unique combination of sides, all tasty and nicely presented. Jason provided top service, the atmosphere was great, open to the marina. For dessert we had the bread pudding and a complementary sample plate. We will be back!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Greg M. 2 years ago on Google
    Fantastic quality and great variety of menu items. First class service and ideal location overlooking the harbor. Alaskan halibut and bread pudding were two favorites. Cheers!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marcella E. 3 years ago on Google
    Everything from the entrance to the exit was an outstanding experience. We were blown away. It doesn’t look like much from the outside, but it’s a hidden local gem. The service was impeccable, and the music selection was great. The seating was very comfortable and plush. Even the bathroom was an amazing experience. The lamb chomps and scallops were delicious, as well as the crab beignets. Everything was so delicious, we could not resist ordering the molten chocolate cake for dessert. Outstanding, five stars all around.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mihai Dan I. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the best restaurants in Newport Beach. Impressive wine selection, impeccable service and very good food.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Coleman N. 1 year ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing. Definitely a must visit in Newport Beach.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lauren F. 1 year ago on Google
    The dock has incredible food, service, and ambiance. Erik provided wonderful service and perfect wine pairings, and we loved every dish we tried. This was our favorite restaurant in Newport by far.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Igor R. 8 months ago on Google
    One of the high end places in the area with an amazing view, awesome food and excellent service. Everything on the menu is 5 stars and the whole experience is perfect.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Benjamin R. 1 year ago on Google
    We actually spotted this place paddle boarding in the harbor. After giving it a try we were blown away at the feeling you get walking in. It feels very comfortable and cozy with exceptional staff. Everything we had tasted delicious and we'll be sure to go back.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Claudia D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food, service and ambiance! We went yesterday for a birthday brunch and they were so nice about us running a little late. The drinks were delicious and the food was on point. Our service was awesome! I highly recommended this spot! The parking was not bad either.

  • 5/5 jeff m. 1 year ago on Google
    The service was over the top. Best pieces of Halibut we (there was 4 of us) have even had. I would highly recommend it as one of the best restaurants in OC.

  • 4/5 tk 11 months ago on Google
    It was a very good meal. We always share everything and usually get a few first course dishes, one or two seconds, depending how we feel after the few firsts and then one dessert. We started with the Japanese Hamachi Sashimi, which was really fresh and had incredible flavor. Loved the passion fruit miso dressing. We then moved onto the Crispy Kurobuta Pork Belly The flavors were really good, but the pork belly itself was overcooked. I personally would of executed the cooking of the pork belly differently, but keep everything else on the plate the exact same. The combo of the coconut foam and charred pineapple was awesome. I think it could use some macadamia nuts for texture, but it was still a great tasting dish. The Charred Little Gem salad was a nice precursor to our main dish. Our main was the Maple Leaf Farm Duck Breast. The duck was tender and perfectly cooked. The gnocchi was a little mushy, but pairing it with the Davao beans help balance the texture. Like the balsamic figs and the slight sweetness it gave the dish. We finished with the Brioche Bread Pudding. We were planning on getting the molten chocolate cake as well, but we were so full that we had to decide on just one dessert and we definitely made the right decision going with the bread pudding. It was the best thing we ate all night. All the components were simple in theory, but they were perfectly executed. Could if eaten a couple of these if we weren’t so full. To bad you can’t really come here for an espresso and one of these. Overall, we really enjoyed the meal, service and amazing location.

  • 5/5 Richard W. 1 year ago on Google
    Lamb chops! The pork belly! Bread pudding dessert! Scallops were great. Hamachi sashimi was great. Halibut was decent. Pear salad was good. Loved the coziness and the open air seating.

  • 5/5 Sydney W. 10 months ago on Google
    Amazing ambience and delicious food. The service is perfect. Thanks for an amazing experience.

  • 4/5 Sunroof W. 1 year ago on Google
    A suitable spot for both families and couples hanging out! Lovely views of the boats and they have their own personal dock from the restaurant. We ordered: 1. Complementary bread and beef with cucumber from the restaurant. Great! 2. Little Gem Salad - $16.00. Candied Bacon, Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, Pomegranate, Petite Greens, Parmesan Dressing. 3. Maple Leaf Farms Duck Breast - $48.00, Polenta Cake, Fava Beans, Haricot Vert Salad, Apricot Compote, Red Wine Jus. 4. Certified Angus Beef Filet Mignon - $68.00, Pommes Au Gratin, Asparagus, Crispy Shallots, Five-Peppercorn Bordelaise. Worth the price. 5. Valrhona Chocolate Molten Cake - $16.00, Vanilla Bean Crème Anglaise, Raspberry Coulis, Praline Ice Cream. Not impressive. Customer service is definitely nice, Tiffany is a great waitress! She is sweet and very enthusiastic about the chef's preparation and presentation! The chef brings dining plates to you making sure food quality is consistent. The wine list is varied with stunning bottles design on the front as well. Great food, service, and ambiance for a weekday night! If there is someone to impress (first date, anniversary, engagement, small group celebration). The Dock will certainly do that. The parking was not bad either.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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