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Molo, Newport Beach, CA

Molo

4.7
4.7
274 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
23:00
Booked 41 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00–21:30
  • Phone number
    (949) 723-0621
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 274 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Molo is a vibrant Italian restaurant offering "authentic Italian cuisine," with consistently "excellent food and service." Diners appreciate the "attentive wait staff" and "beautiful ambiance," especially the outdoor patio. While some mention noise and service delays during busy times, the "delicious pasta and desserts" make it a "must-visit" dining spot.

274 Reviews
  1. James

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    this was probably the best food. I've had a really good time. I went for a late Valentine's Day with my wife. The filet mignon medium rare was cooked perfect. The mushrooms on the side were so good as well. The Parmesan and pepper pasta was very good. Entrées we had were good as well. Overall, everything was great. I would definitely go back for a nice evening.

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  2. Nadine

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I was able to make a reservation the same day thankfully. The restaurant was way bigger than I expected and i love the dim lighting and vibe. The food was so delicious best pasta I have ever had. Will come back again.

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  3. Sari

    VIP

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic, family business , excellent food and service . My favorite italian resturant in Orange County for sure !

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  4. Keith

    VIP

    Orange County

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to Molo about 8 times in the past six months. The food and service is consistently terrific. The menu has a nice variety to choose from. Pastas, fish, and chicken dishes are all flavorful and well done. The waiters/waitresses are all super friendly and attentive. I look forward to dining there again!

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  5. Jeffrey

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Too loud. Too many rich drunk white women. Too many entitled people. But its newport beach. What do you expect.

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  6. Dennis

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We will be returning when in the area. The service, food and atmosphere could not have been better. One of our party of three was delayed due to the severe weather conditions and the wait was not uncomfortable as the owner and our server were very accommodating. We shared a great conversation about food and the quest for good tasting ingredients. My broccolini was cooked to perfection, the Caesar was just like they just picked it for the meal. My wife's Gnocchi shrimp was melt in her mouth delicious. Our guests Penne Vodka with sausage was as good as any you will find outside of Italy. What more can one say other than this gem of a restaurant is well worth the drive to experience yourself.

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  7. Elaine

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    They don’t seem to honor reservations; when you get there your name is just added to a list and we had to wait at least 30 minutes after our reservation to be seated. Pasta special (oxtail ragu) was very good and meatballs were good.

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  8. Carole

    VIP

    Austin

    54 reviews

    2.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    It’s a very loud venue with expensive pasta. Our server was kind but in general, service is quite slow. Lots of people heard complaining.

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  9. Jody

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    They are in the middle of a remodel. Food a service was great! Love the Italian sausage.

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  10. Tamara

    VIP

    Orange County

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! The service & the food! I’m always recommending this restaurant to my friends & family!

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Molo is rated 4.7 stars by 274 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:00
Booked 41 times today
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251 Shipyard Way, Newport Beach, CA 92663

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Additional information

  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Sun 11:00–21:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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