SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach

SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Paula

   Hawaii1 review

   2.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 3

   We went for lunch and there were 4 tables including us, very dead. No one came to our table for 15-20mins. A waitress took our drink order but she wasn’t servicing our table. Probably 30mins till we finally ordered. We ordered a salad to share and a taco each - two kids plates. Our salad came first, 5 minutes later our kids food came, another 5 minutes the tacos came. Badly timed. No one refilled our drinks. The tacos tasted like they were sitting under a heat lamp - shrimp was rubbery and the steak was not seasoned. You expect certain service & food when you pay $110 for a salad, two tacos, and 2 kid plates (the kids liked their tacos). It’s just gone so downhill. Such a bummer, we used to love it here but sadly, won’t be going back.
   

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   CAM33

   Orange County10 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Great margaritas & patio view. Service was very attentive
   

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   Mike VIP

   Orange County26 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   I’m so sad. No idea what happened, but Sunday Brunch was always great here. It was dead. Our (both dishes) eggs were cooked way too much. Rock solid yoke. Says over easy on menu in the description. My wife ordered an Arnold Palmer light lemon aid and the refill was all lemonade, so we ordered an iced tea to balance it out and we were charged for it. Seemed odd. The chips are different now, cheaper grocery store style. Lastly, the bacon they were famous for went from 3 thick delicious pieces down to one thin over cooked piece. We left hungry and dissappointed. Staff was super friendly.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Las Vegas1 review

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Incredible experience. Great food and atmosphere!
   

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   Jonathan VIP

   Orange County4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Overall it was great to come here for lunch on the weekend!
   

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   Cheryl

   Orange County2 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Wonderful place to dine but as expected, noise level was fairly high on a Friday night. We’ve dined there several times during the week where it’s much quieter. Still a fun evening.
   

   SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport BeachResponded 7 days ago

   Hey Cheryl, Thank you for your continued support and for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach. We understand that noise levels can sometimes be a bit high, especially on busy nights. We appreciate your understanding and patience. We're glad to know that despite the noise, you still had a fun evening. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It was our first time trying out the establishment, and we must say that we will definitely be back for a second round. The drinks were excellent. The food was excellent and service was on point , and not to mention the view of the dock and the boats sitting at the Newport area All in all it was a great night and we will definitely be back. 
   

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   Colleen

   Orange County6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We decided to try restaurant week, the menu was plentiful, 3 courses a lot of food, we all went home with a lot of leftovers. I would return to this restaurant
   

   SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport BeachResponded 7 days ago

   Hey Colleen, Thank you for choosing SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach during restaurant week and for taking the time to leave us this amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our variety of dishes and found the portions to be generous. We always aim to provide an memorable dining experience, and we're glad that we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable meal. Best, The Management Team
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Hawaii1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 6 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a great view of the water. Staff was super friendly and funny! Food was delicious, I recommend the table side guacamole.
   

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    Joanne VIP

    Las Vegas62 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5

    Sadly, the food was disgusting it’s usually awesome, chef was off today. I brought a friend for the first time and she hated it. We both ordered the beet and watermelon salad I ordered it with chicken and it was I dry I couldn’t eat it, my friend ordered it with a tofu substitute she said was disgusting. Both our salads were made with old, dry , tasteless watermelon and they were out of beets so there was nothing good in either of our salads. I let them know and they comped mine but not hers. We both didn’t eat our meals. They tried to make it up to us by offering a free dessert but we just wanted a delicious meal. I was grateful for the offer and opted for the bday chips which would have been comped anyway; they should have comped both meals. The salad was inedible. …. Do better The Granada Guacamole was delicious as usual! Sadly my friend won’t come back but I am a frequent guest and know this had to be a bad day so I will return.
    

    SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport BeachResponded 7 days ago

    Hey Joanne, We're really sorry to hear about your experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach. We pride ourselves on our food quality, and it's disappointing to hear that we didn't meet your expectations this time. We appreciate your kind words about our Bday chips and guacamole, and we're glad you're a frequent guest. We're taking your feedback to heart and will strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you. Best, The Management Team
    

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