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A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA

A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd

4.8
4.8
1925 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 38 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Since 1922 The Arches has been the destination for fine dining in Newport Beach. Known for it’s amazing steak and seafood menu It is a place where celebrities and local customers can dine in privacy. With grand renovations and its rebirth as A Restaurant this landmark will once again be a haven for classic culinary experiences. Chef Roberto Gomez and wine director Steven Ackad have created a perfect alchemy with their creations.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (949) 650-6505
  • Website
    http://www.arestaurantnb.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Gomez
  • Private party facilities
    A Restaurant features 2 private dining rooms. One is an intimate space equipped with a flatscreen TV and curtains for privacy and can accommodate 16 to 20 people. Our larger private dining room also features curtains for privacy and direct washroom access and can accommodate 45 to 55 people. Financial Minimums are required.
  • Location
    3334 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,925 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Contemporary American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd is a charming, classic steakhouse known for its "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "old-school vibe" and the "best steak ever." The ambiance is lively, though some find it "very loud." A must-visit for steak lovers.

1,925 Reviews

  1. Jennifer

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great food. Fun atmosphere. Make sure you ask how long you have the table for and plan accordingly.

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  2. Christie

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an Amazing evening at Original A!!! It’s like Cheers where everyone knows your name:)

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  3. Randy

    Los Angeles

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding ribs and service! Popular bar or reserve a table.

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  4. Gary

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A’s never disappoints! Brian is the best server ever…love everything about this classic restaurant !

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  5. Drew

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A is Amazing. Incredible food, staff, service, and energetic Newport Beach vibe. We went for the Levendi Sweetwater Cabernet Sauvignon off of the wine list and it was STUNNING!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always amazing food, atmosphere and service. My favorite spot in Orange County.

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  7. Mimi

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 7 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurant, amazing food and excellent service!

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  8. Marielena

    San Francisco

    74 reviews

    4.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was very good, up to a point. Our waiter never showed up to finish serving our wine. I had to ask other staff to pour our wine. Food was good but not exceptional. Drinks were perfect!

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  9. Matthew

    Orange County

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    Server was very kind but the experience was incredibly slow. Sat at 6pm, dinner did not hit the table until 8:15pm. It looked like the server had half of the dining room. Very expensive for the experience.

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  10. Gary

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 4 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    a’s never disappoints…great food, atmosphere and service!

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FAQs

A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 650-6505.

A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd is rated 4.8 stars by 1925 OpenTable diners.

A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 38 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for A Restaurant - Original Location on Newport Blvd

3334 West Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Additional information

  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Gomez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.arestaurantnb.com/
  • Phone number
    (949) 650-6505
  • Private party facilities
    A Restaurant features 2 private dining rooms. One is an intimate space equipped with a flatscreen TV and curtains for privacy and can accommodate 16 to 20 people. Our larger private dining room also features curtains for privacy and direct washroom access and can accommodate 45 to 55 people. Financial Minimums are required.

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