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Pelican Grill, Newport Coast, CA
Pelican Grill, Newport Coast, CA
Pelican Grill, Newport Coast, CA
Pelican Grill, Newport Coast, CA
Pelican Grill, Newport Coast, CA

Pelican Grill

4.7
4.7
3304 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
Pelican Grill, nestled within the prestigious 5-Star, 5-Diamond Resort at Pelican Hill, is Newport Coast's ultimate dining destination. Adjacent to two stunning 18-hole golf courses, "The Grill" offers an elevated take on casual Southern California Cuisine. Our culinary team emphasizes innovation and vibrant flavors by using the freshest local and hyper-local ingredients, working with local vendors such as Oak Grove Farms. While also sourcing pick of the season fruits and vegetables from Local Farmers Markets. You will indulge in the finest cuts of land and sea, expertly paired with selections from our extensive wine list. Whether you're enjoying a wood-fired pizza in the lounge or savoring caviar on the veranda, our impeccable service ensures an unforgettable dining experience

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 467-5802
  • Website
    http://www.pelicangrillnb.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the Pelican Hill Golf Club, Pelican Grill celebrates the best of coastal California dining with fresh fish, pastas, the finest beef and a wide selection of side dishes. An open kitchen, heated ocean-view terrace and an extensive wine by the glass menu add to the experience.
  • Location
    22800 Pelican Hill Rd, Newport Coast, CA 92657
  • Neighbourhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross Street
    Pelican Hill Road and Newport Coast Drive
  • Parking details
    Self Parking
  • Entertainment
    Pop-Rock and Blues featured Thursday - Saturday, 7pm - 11pm *Band start time subject to Sporting Event schedules.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Easter Buffet

    US$114.00 - US$294.00 per person

    Apr 20, 2025 only
    Live Music: Strolling Violinist A sophisticated take on Easter Day dining, the Pelican Hill brunch features elevated stations of pristine seafood, a caviar trolley and poke bar to complement an array of breakfast favorites, fresh salads, artisanal breads, and charcuterie. Signature dishes like harissa-rubbed leg of lamb and beef tenderloin are not to be missed. Guests will enjoy a strolling violinist in the middle of the day.
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What 3,304 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

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Pelican Grill offers "spectacular views" of the Pacific, making it ideal for special occasions like anniversaries. Guests praise its "great contemporary American food" and "attentive service." The ambiance is "elegant yet casual," perfect for romantic dinners or business meals. While some mention higher prices, the "memorable dining experience" is often deemed worth it.
3,304 Reviews

  1. Carolyn

    Atlantic City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pelican Grille was wonderful! The sunset was spectacular and the food was delicious. The entire staff was extremely friendly. Highly recommend

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  2. Rob VIP

    Chicago23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was very good, and our server was very friendly. We waited a long time (about an hour) for food to arrive after ordering, and we waited over 30 mins for drink refills. Food was great, but over $400 for a family of 4 (2kids) seems kinda crazy -only 2 drinks and no desserts.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every single detail from beginning to end was impeccable! The food was some of the best I’ve ever had. I’m impressed with their many gluten-free options. We were celebrating a birthday, and they even provided a homemade gluten-free cake. The service was excellent!

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  4. Bill VIP

    Orange County37 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    A rather uncharacteristic and unfortunate dinner for us, with service being very uneven, missed orders, incorrect orders, no bread, a lukewarm entree, a too oily entree replacement, and a third finally getting it right. They did comp the missed entrees and dessert by way of acknowledgement and apology, but this just want a good dinner for me. My friends liked their entrees, though, so not a total loss. Usually, this place gets it right, but not last night.

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  5. Mary VIP

    Orange County32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A nice, quiet, and relaxing luncheon with an incredible view. Menu is terrific!

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  6. Nirmisha

    Orange County1 review

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I was hoping for a luxury dining experience and good food. But it was more like fast food. Not going back. Their wing Coliseum has better food though.

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  7. Ginny

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Birthday celebration with my family. Beautiful architecture and ambiance.

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  8. Maury VIP

    Los Angeles7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    A vast improvement over years of mediocrity.....the food is at another level compared to the past...choice, taste, presentation vastly improved.

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  9. Buffy VIP

    Detroit8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We first had a cocktail up at the bar and our service was amazing. Both bartenders checked in with us immediately and had fun conversations with us about our day. We moved to the dining room for dinner, got to meet chef Dominico, enjoyed the mushroom risotto served and prepared table side in a Parmesan wheel, the tuna sashimi appetizer was off the hook and every level and round of the menu we ordered was on point and absolutely delicious. I highly recommend on all levels even enjoyed our valley attendant on the way out. Wonderful experience.!!!

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  10. Roger VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was extremely slow to come out. Very romantic atmosphere with kind staff but something was very wrong with the organization and preparation of dishes. For a restaurant of this price point, the speed of the service and the general disorganization was very disappointing.

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FAQs

Pelican Grill is rated 4.7 stars by 3304 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 24 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Pelican Grill

22800 Pelican Hill Rd, Newport Coast, CA 92657

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Pelican Hill Road and Newport Coast Drive
  • Neighbourhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–3:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Self Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Pop-Rock and Blues featured Thursday - Saturday, 7pm - 11pm *Band start time subject to Sporting Event schedules.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.pelicangrillnb.com/
  • Phone number
    (949) 467-5802
  • Private party facilities
    Located in the Pelican Hill Golf Club, Pelican Grill celebrates the best of coastal California dining with fresh fish, pastas, the finest beef and a wide selection of side dishes. An open kitchen, heated ocean-view terrace and an extensive wine by the glass menu add to the experience.

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