608 Dahlia

4.8

2096 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 41 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Charming
Good for special occasions

Executive Chef Jessica Roy brings her fresh interpretation and style to Garden and Farm-to-Table cuisine right inside the botanical oasis that is Sherman Library and Gardens. Daily pickings from the Gardens and local farms populate the ever changing seasonal menu that highlights the best and most flavorful ingredients of the season. Look for ingredients at their peak, stunning edible blooms and herbs right from the Sherman grounds, and cuisine that is nothing short of inspired and delicious. .

Please note: we are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5.00 per person admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization), who maintain the sweeping panoramic views that our diners get to enjoy! Come for the food and stay for the views (and insta-worthy pics).

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00–14:00
Phone number
(949) 220-7229
Website
http://608dahlia.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jessica Roy
Catering
608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
Private party facilities
608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.

Location
2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625
Area
Newport Beach
Cross Street
MacArthur and PCH
Parking details
Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Dahlia Fireside Afternoon Tea
US$75.00 per person
20 Feb 2025 - 17 Apr 2025
Join us for a cozy Fireside Afternoon Tea experience on select Thursdays January through April 2025. Afternoon tea is $75 per person; $90 with a Alexandrie brut bubbly pour (not including taxes and gratuity). Menus are fixed and available to view online on our website https://608dahlia.com/afternoon-tea-experiences. Children menus will be available to order a la carte for any guests under 10 years of age.

Popular dishes

Small Batch Buttermilk Chive and Gruyère BiscuitsUS$26.00
organic European flour | aged French Gruyère | Maldon salt | local citrus infused honey & whipped butter. Please note our biscuits are made-to-order and one of Chef Jessica Roy's specialties.
Heirloom Garden BeetsUS$19.00
whipped herbed goat cheese | seasonal orange | local whipped avocado | picked garden leaves | farmers market radish | aged balsamic reduction
Petite Garden SaladUS$12.00
mixed field greens | shaved carrot | heirloom tomato | fresh garden herbs | stone ground mustard vinaigrette
Chef's Seasonal Soup CreationUS$13.00

Leafy Greens

Harvest SaladUS$22.00
baby kale | shaved Brussels sprouts | arugula | dried cherries | feta cheese | toasted peptitas | crispy quinoa | pomegranate seeds | agradolce vinaigrette
The Dahlia SaladUS$22.00
mixed greens | strawberries | dates | goat cheese | fresh herbs | toasted sunflower seeds | balsamic reduction | lemon poppy vinaigrette
Cultivar SaladUS$22.00
shaved romaine | market grapes | Point Reyes blue cheese | crispy quinoa | toasted walnuts | shaved house dried fruit blend | tarragon herb dressing
Garden SaladUS$21.00
mixed field greens | shaved carrot | heirloom tomato | fresh garden herbs | stone ground mustard vinaigrette
Purple Kale & Brussels Sprouts CaesarUS$22.00
toasted gremolata | parmesan | St. Andre cheese | house-made Caesar vinaigrette

Central Garden

Pan Seared SalmonUS$32.00
whipped basil potato | petite vegetables | citrus carrot emulsion | fresh herbs
Jumbo Prawn & Basil FarrottoUS$34.00
seared jumbo prawn | creamy basil farrotto | petite vegetables | wild mushroom
Braised Short RibUS$35.00
brown butter sweet potato purée | petite vegetables | red wine reduction
Wild Mushroom OrecchietteUS$30.00
wild mushroom truffle cashew cream | roasted herbed Japanese mushrooms | toasted pepitas | petite fall squash | crispy Sherman Garden herbs. *Add | grilled chicken $12 | salmon $14 | grilled shrimp $18 | grilled steak $15 | grilled tempeh $12
Seasonal Vegetable QuicheUS$27.00
house-rolled crust | organic leeks | wild mushrooms | Swiss and Gruyère cheese blend | Lilly Farms cage-free heritage eggs | sweet yellow bell pepper emulsion | mixed garden salad | stone-ground mustard vinaigrette
Soup & SammiUS$27.00
open-faced caper-onion-dilly cream salmon salad | smoked salmon | avocado | wild sprouts | toasted multigrain bread | seasonal soup. *Add house-made potato chips $4

Desserts

Suggested Wine Pairings: Bouvet Rosé

CheesecakeUS$14.00
fresh berries | whipped vanilla cream
House-Made Flourless Chocolate TorteUS$14.00
fresh marinated berries | whipped cream
Apple TartUS$14.00
caramelized apple | house-made crust | vanilla bean ice cream
Lavender Crème BrûléeUS$14.00
fresh marinated berries | whipped berry cream | toasted almond cookie

What 2,096 people are saying

608 Dahlia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orange County
Great for outdoor dining
Orange County
American
South Orange County
Great for outdoor dining
South Orange County
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

608 Dahlia offers a delightful dining experience in a stunning garden setting, with many patrons praising the "excellent food" and "beautiful ambience." Chef Jessica Roy's creations are highly recommended, especially the "heavenly biscuits." While some mention occasional service delays, the overall experience remains memorable. "A hidden gem in Corona del Mar."

2,096 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just beautiful food and scenery. This place is a favorite for spending a sunny afternoon
608 DahliaResponded 3 days ago
Thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments; we really appreciate it! We are truly glad to be one of your favorite places to spend a sunny afternoon. We are also a great place to get cozy with comfort food during inclement weather. ;) We look forward to seeing you on your next visit.
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Cynthia
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love eating here! Whenever I come to California to visit my mother, I take her to this restaurant because we both love it. Had a wonderful time sitting out in the garden and the food was awesome as usual.
608 DahliaResponded 3 days ago
Cynthia, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine; we really appreciate it! We are truly grateful to be one of your favorite restaurants to visit when you are in town. We look forward to seeing you and your mom on your next visit.
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Cece VIP
Orange County27 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Today we had the coq au vin which was the special of the day and it was fantastic. Even though the day was cloudy and cool, the beauty of the garden and the attention to detail inside the diningroom made it feel like summer. Always a delight.
608 DahliaResponded on 7 March 2025
Cece, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and the efforts we take to make our restaurant look and feel inviting in all seasons and weather; we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.
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OpenTable Diner
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful 💞 Once again 5 star lunch surrounded by beauty!
608 DahliaResponded on 6 March 2025
Thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on your dining experience with us; we really appreciate it! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
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Kari VIP
Hawaii5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Surroundings was beautiful. Food was excellent! Not only was the food delicious but the presentation was beautiful.
608 DahliaResponded on 6 March 2025
Kari, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and presentation; we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.
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Deborah
Los Angeles8 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was beautifully presented and delicious. We had the special crab cakes and risotto with vegetables. A feast for the eyes! It did not disappoint. The biscuits were wonderful. A must have!
608 DahliaResponded on 6 March 2025
Deborah, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and presentation; we really appreciate it! We hope to see you again soon.
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claudia VIP
Orange County31 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was my second time at Dahlia!!! Wonderful experience!!! Food was delicious, service was good and today all the tables were at outdoor because of the Ikebana show for the weekend. Everything was very good!!! Also after the lunch we can walk at the beautiful garden!!! Highly recommend !!!
608 DahliaResponded on 6 March 2025
Claudia, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and your dining experience with us; we really appreciate it! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
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Michael
Orange County5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
First time at the restaurant. Appreciated the blankets on the chairs as it was cool. Beautiful food and tasty.
608 DahliaResponded on 6 March 2025
Michael, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and for the special touches we provide with the blankets; we really appreciate it! We hope you will visit us again soon.
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Michael
Orange County29 reviews
4.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Glad we had made reservations. As usual, our table was ready and our request for outside was honored. Their salads and main dishes are always special and tasty. Butternut squash soup was outstanding as usul.
608 DahliaResponded on 6 March 2025
Michael, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine; we really appreciate it! We look forward to seeing you on your next visit.
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Theresa
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our two entrees, the Jumbo Prawn and Basil Farrotto and Braised Short Rib with Sweet Potato Puree were beautifully plated and tasted as good as they looked with the exception of the Sweet Potato which was pureed to the consistency of baby food. The taste was fine but the puree was almost liquid and we found the texture unappealing. Our server Lily was delightful and the sangria flavors were complex and not overly sweetened.
608 DahliaResponded on 6 March 2025
Theresa, thank you so much for your review and lovely compliments on our cuisine and service provided by Lily; we really appreciate it! We do apologize that the consistency of the sweet potato puree was not as it should have been. We hope that you will visit us again soon.
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FAQs

608 Dahlia is rated 4.8 stars by 2096 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

15 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 41 times today

Experiences are available.

2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
MacArthur and PCH
Area
Newport Beach
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00–14:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jessica Roy
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://608dahlia.com/
Phone number
(949) 220-7229
Catering
608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
Private party facilities
608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.

608 Dahlia

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Dahlia Fireside Afternoon Tea

Harvest Salad

Specialty Biscuits

House-Made Flourless Chocolate Torte

Seedlings

Small Batch Buttermilk Chive and Gruyère BiscuitsUS$26.00

Heirloom Garden BeetsUS$19.00

Petite Garden SaladUS$12.00

Chef's Seasonal Soup CreationUS$13.00

Leafy Greens

Harvest SaladUS$22.00

The Dahlia SaladUS$22.00

Cultivar SaladUS$22.00

Garden SaladUS$21.00

Purple Kale & Brussels Sprouts CaesarUS$22.00

Central Garden

Pan Seared SalmonUS$32.00

Jumbo Prawn & Basil FarrottoUS$34.00

Braised Short RibUS$35.00

Wild Mushroom OrecchietteUS$30.00

Seasonal Vegetable QuicheUS$27.00

Soup & SammiUS$27.00

Desserts

CheesecakeUS$14.00

House-Made Flourless Chocolate TorteUS$14.00

Apple TartUS$14.00

Lavender Crème BrûléeUS$14.00

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