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SideDoor, Corona Del Mar, CA

SideDoor

4.7
4.7
494 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Three generations of the Frank family found new inspiration in England’s growing gastropub movement.
In 2009, they refurbished, restyled and re-opened the traditional British pub at Five Crowns as Corona del Mar’s first and only English-style gastropub, SideDoor.

SideDoor is a separate operation within Five Crowns. Enter on Poppy Street under the big red key and find a comfortable and convivial atmosphere. Cozy up to one of the charming fireplaces. The focus at SideDoor is on seasonal small plates portioned for sharing, cheese and charcuterie prepared by a chef on duty at the new charcuterie station and a selection of world-class spirits. A wide range of wines and craft beers in a variety of sizes and pours are constantly updated with new offerings for the curious to explore. With its warm, relaxed atmosphere, SideDoor, the casual neighborhood gastropub, will have its guests returning again and again.

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Additional information

  • Area
    Corona del Mar
  • Cross Street
    Poppy St
  • Parking details
    Self-Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 494 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SideDoor delights with its "great pub ambience" and "wonderful food and cocktails." The service is often praised as "fantastic," with standout staff like Michelle enhancing the experience. Known for its prime rib and charcuterie, SideDoor offers an "exceptional dining experience" that keeps patrons returning. Regulars appreciate its "cozy" and "casual yet classy vibe," making it a favorite spot for celebrations and casual outings alike.

494 Reviews
  1. Jason

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time! First time at Side Door. Had a reservation but people were slow to leave so we waited at the bar. Upbeat, busy atmosphere. The bartenders were very attentive and gave us samples of the wine before we ordered which was nice. Ended up waiting 15-20 min past our reservation time which was a little annoying, but we ordered a charcuterie board which was delicious. Dinner was great, Lawry's steak didn't disappoint and appetizer salad was tasty as well. Didn't have room for dessert, but would definitely go back!

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  2. Jessica

    Orange County

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious like always but they seemed to be in a rush to turn over our table. We were there for around 2.5 hours. The food took a bit long but the waitress spilled one of our friends wine crafts. Hence taking us longer than usual to finish the new craft of wine brought back. Not sure if it’s because they had a wedding and large crowd but other than that we always love going here! Sorry to the hostess who was given a rude/stern talking to by the group waiting for our table. We enjoyed our dinner so much and just wanted to sit a bit longer to enjoy the last sips of wine and ambience.

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  3. Linda

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    First time we did not have a great experience. Service was super slow and server not attentive. Husband ordered onion soup and it was delicious. We both ordered their beef dip which was very disappointing. It was not hot, and meat was very fatty. Not at all what was expected.
    SideDoorResponded 1 day ago
    Linda, we value your feedback and are focused on delivering attentive service and quality dishes. It's great to hear your husband enjoyed the onion soup. We certainly aim for a better experience with our beef dip, so we appreciate your comments. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, as it helps us improve.

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  4. Cynthia

    Orange County

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time. Good service; good food. Chicken sandwich and prime rib sandwich.
    SideDoorResponded 1 day ago
    Cynthia, we're thrilled to know you enjoyed the chicken sandwich and prime rib sandwich! Thank you for your kind words about our service and food. We look forward to having you back for another wonderful time!

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  5. Megan

    VIP

    Columbus

    74 reviews

    5.0

    74 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was wonderful. Food and drinks were delicious. Service was phenomenal.
    SideDoorResponded 5 days ago
    Megan, your kind words truly make our day! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed both the food and drinks, along with the phenomenal service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful experience!

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  6. Glenn

    VIP

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Food and Service, thank you Will! Check out the Happy Hour Menu.
    SideDoorResponded on 17 January 2025
    Glenn, we’re delighted to hear you enjoyed our food and service! Thank you for recommending our Happy Hour menu, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Christine

    VIP

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is consistently good as is the service. You can order off of the same menu at the side door as what you have in the main restaurant of five crowns so even if you want a more casual experience, you can still order their famous prime rib, and Yorkshire pudding. The only difficult part is making a reservation because it is such a popular place and there is limited seating
    SideDoorResponded on 13 January 2025
    Christine, it’s wonderful to hear how much you enjoy our food and service! We're thrilled that you appreciate the flexibility of our menu options. We hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious experience!

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  8. James

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and services were excellent I loved this meal as my birthday celebration was phenomenal
    SideDoorResponded on 13 January 2025
    James, we're thrilled to hear that you loved your birthday celebration! Thank you for choosing us for your special day, and we look forward to celebrating many more occasions with you.

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  9. Marielena

    VIP

    San Francisco

    78 reviews

    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was fantastic! We had the cheese specialist come over and give us a sampling and explained the cheeses. We ordered cheese and salami based on her recommendations, fantastic. Our server Michelle was wonderful, great service and very personable.
    SideDoorResponded on 6 January 2025
    Marielena, we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the cheese sampling and recommendations from our specialist, and that Michelle provided you with wonderful service. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we look forward to your next visit!

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  10. Erin

    Orange County

    13 reviews

    1.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Horrible service horrible food and horrible drinks. Even the people next to us walked out and left. I can’t believe this is a popular place. We will never be back.
    SideDoorResponded on 6 January 2025
    Erin, we aim to provide a wonderful dining experience for all our guests, so it's concerning to hear your feedback. We value your perspective and are committed to improvements. Your comments will be shared with our team. Thank you.

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FAQs

SideDoor offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 717-4322.

SideDoor is rated 4.7 stars by 494 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
Booked 26 times today

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Google Map for SideDoor

3801 East Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Poppy St
  • Area
    Corona del Mar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–23:00
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, British
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Self-Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthew Luna
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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