Louie's by the Bay

4.7

1474 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

Mar 19, 2025

10:30 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

Great for scenic views
Charming
Romantic

Louie’s by the Bay is a modern Italian steakhouse located on the waterfront along picturesque Mariners Mile in Newport Beach. With a 180-degree view of Newport Bay, a warm elegant design, and exceptional service, Louie's brings an unparalleled dining experience to Newport Beach. The restaurant is the latest addition from Ron Salisbury of El Cholo and The Cannery. The menu features authentic charcuterie and antipasti, unique pastas, prime steaks and chops, classic Italian desserts, and a truly exceptional wine list. Open for dinner nightly, with a lively and late-night cocktail scene. A presto!

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Dining areas

Additional information

Location
2801 W Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Phone number
(949) 720-1800
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet Parking. The fee is $7.00.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Cesar Hernandez
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Popular dishes

Octopus Cacio e PepeUS$18.00
Blanched Octopus, Cacio e Pepe Cream, and Fried Carrots
Filet TartareUS$22.00
served with Toast Points
Eggplant ParmigianaUS$16.00
Thick Cut Eggplant, Mozzarella, Parmesan Basil, Tomato Sauce, served with Toasted Bread
½ Dozen OystersUS$20.00
choice of: Shallot Mignonette or Classic Cocktail Sauce and Horse Radish
MeatballsUS$14.00
Pomodoro, Pecorino Romano, Garlic Bread Crumbs, Grilled Bread
Fritto MistoUS$17.00
Shrimp, Calamari, Zucchini Served w/ a Spicy Marinara Sauce and Lemon
Shrimp CocktailUS$25.00
Cocktail Sauce, Remoulade
King Crab CakesUS$25.00
Tartare Sauce, Lemon

Charcuterie

Genoa
dry aged salami with hints of garlic and black pepper
Proscuitto di Parma
aged 18 months
Chef's Selection Cheese
hard pasteurized cows milk cheese, aged 10-12 months, tropical notes
12 mo. Parmesan Reggiano "Gelato"
spreadable Parmigiano w/ black truffle
Smoked Tuna
albacore with tonnato dressing and Italian salsa verde

Salads & Soup

CapreseUS$17.00
Burrata, Balsamic Agrodolce, Heirloom Cherry Tomato, Opal Basil, Endive, Lemon & Fennel Pollen Maldon Salt
Louie's Chopped SaladUS$17.00
Mixed Field Greens, Gorgonzola, Pears, Apple Balsamic Vinaigrette
Classic Wedge SaladUS$14.00
Iceberg, Blue Cheese, Bacon, Red Onions, Tomato
CaesarUS$14.00
Chopped Romaine, Brioche Croutons, Parmigiano Reggiano, Boquerones
Soup of the DayUS$12.00

Carne

Choose a Side: Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Grilled Mushrooms, Broccolini, or Prager Corn. Choose a Sauce: Roasted Garlic & Rosemary Glassato, Italian Salsa Verde, or Bagna Cauda Butter

22 Oz Dry Aged Bone In Rib EyeUS$90.00
Black Peppercorn
6 Oz Angus FiletUS$44.00
10oz Filet MignonUS$56.00
14 Oz Prime New YorkUS$58.00
14 Oz Veal ChopUS$55.00
with Mushroom Marsala
24 oz Prime PorterhouseUS$115.00
Choice of side
Smoked Mary's Half Roasted ChickenUS$36.00
Louie's Land & Sea Duetto
6oz Filet Mignon, Australian Lobster Tail, Choice of side
Colorado LambUS$46.00
Balsamic Apple Dressing
14oz Bone in Pork MilaneseUS$48.00

Entrees

Short RibsUS$40.00
Honey Wine Reduction, Swiss Chard, Crispy Pancetta, and Mashed Potatoes
Mary's Chicken ParmigianoUS$36.00
Capellini Pomodoro
CioppinoUS$45.00
Clams, Mussels, Calamari, Sea Bass, Shrimp, Tomato & Wine Broth
SwordfishUS$42.00
Cipollina, Mashed Potatoes
Cattura del Giorno
Catch of the Day
- MP
Scallop RisottoUS$46.00
Parmesan Risotto, Lemon, Butter

Pastas

Cacio e PepeUS$25.00
Angel Hair, Pecorino Romano, Black Pepper
Crispy LasagnaUS$28.00
Bolognese, Bechemel, Parmigiano Reggiano
Spaghetti BologneseUS$26.00
Parmigiano Reggiano
Linguini VongoleUS$26.00
Manila Clams, Garlic, Crushed Red Pepper, White Wine, served with Toasted Bread
Penne PestoUS$23.00
Pistachio Crumble

For the Table

Housemade French Fries
w/ Garlic Oil & Herb Salt
Prager Creamed Corn
Grilled Mushrooms & Truffle Cream
Fontina Mashed Potatoes
Broccolini
w/ Bagna Cauda Butter
Sauteed Asparagus
Beer Battered Onion Rings

What 1,474 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
4.4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Louie's by the Bay offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food," exceptional service from staff like Jasmine and Gil, and a beautiful view of Newport Beach. Guests rave about the "delicious charcuterie board" and a "phenomenal lamb shank." It's perfect for special occasions, boasting "amazing ambiance" and a memorable waterfront setting.

1,474 Reviews

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Bill
Los Angeles15 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Nice place but extremely loud. Hard to have a conversation at dinner. I got the catch of the day special, a snapper from Hawaii, it was overcooked and very dry. My husband got a rib eye which was exquisite
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Jerry VIP
Orange County8 reviews
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Ordered scallops and risotto. Well done on the scallops. Not well done risotto too much cheese. They need to bring back Chef Carmelo Bascetta. Who pairs risotto with cheese and sea food.
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Pep VIP
Los Angeles10 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waiter was excellent!! Very attentive and couteous
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Jess
Orange County1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Louie’s by the Bay had the best service and food! Very nice night for my boyfriend and I!
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Adam VIP
Orange County24 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely delightful experience! Great recommendations from our server Gil. Octopus and tartare were the favorites for appetizers, but, honestly, everything on the menu is top notch. Thank you for a delicious dinner.
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Jeff
Orange County21 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat out on the patio, it was great, nice heaters to keep everyone warm. Food was excellent!
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Reemon VIP
Los Angeles20 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Colorado lamb chops were amazing! Service and value 10/10
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James
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Louie’s is a fantastic restaurant, whether for brunch or dinner. The service is always superb and the food, out of this world. They have an outstanding menu and it’s always hard to decide what to eat. So, my wife and I have to keep returning so we can sample everything on the menu. You can’t go wrong with Louie’s no matter the occasion. I haven’t even mentioned the bay view. There are too many good things when you visit the restaurant. You’ll have to make a reservation and experience it for yourself.
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Madonna VIP
Central Coast6 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The first time we came here years ago, we were not impressed. The food was completely lacking in flavor and salt. But, we decided to give it a second chance and were pleasantly surprised. The food was good and our server was very attentive, pleasant and helpful. It was a bit too loud but that was because the restaurant was quite busy.
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James
Orange County126 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food - love the chicken parmigiana. Great drinks. Friendly service
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FAQs

Louie's by the Bay offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 720-1800.

Louie's by the Bay is rated 4.7 stars by 1474 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 19, 2025

10:30 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

2801 W Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663

Dining areas

Additional information

Phone number
(949) 720-1800
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Steakhouse, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Sat 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet Parking. The fee is $7.00.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Cesar Hernandez
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Louie's by the Bay

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Filet Tartare

24 oz Prime Porterhouse

10oz Filet Mignon

Appetizers

Octopus Cacio e PepeUS$18.00

Filet TartareUS$22.00

Eggplant ParmigianaUS$16.00

½ Dozen OystersUS$20.00

MeatballsUS$14.00

Fritto MistoUS$17.00

Shrimp CocktailUS$25.00

King Crab CakesUS$25.00

Charcuterie

Genoa

Proscuitto di Parma

Chef's Selection Cheese

12 mo. Parmesan Reggiano "Gelato"

Smoked Tuna

Salads & Soup

CapreseUS$17.00

Louie's Chopped SaladUS$17.00

Classic Wedge SaladUS$14.00

CaesarUS$14.00

Soup of the DayUS$12.00

Carne

22 Oz Dry Aged Bone In Rib EyeUS$90.00

6 Oz Angus FiletUS$44.00

10oz Filet MignonUS$56.00

14 Oz Prime New YorkUS$58.00

14 Oz Veal ChopUS$55.00

24 oz Prime PorterhouseUS$115.00

Smoked Mary's Half Roasted ChickenUS$36.00

Louie's Land & Sea Duetto

Colorado LambUS$46.00

14oz Bone in Pork MilaneseUS$48.00

Entrees

Short RibsUS$40.00

Mary's Chicken ParmigianoUS$36.00

CioppinoUS$45.00

SwordfishUS$42.00

Cattura del Giorno

Scallop RisottoUS$46.00

Pastas

Cacio e PepeUS$25.00

Crispy LasagnaUS$28.00

Spaghetti BologneseUS$26.00

Linguini VongoleUS$26.00

Penne PestoUS$23.00

For the Table

Housemade French Fries

Prager Creamed Corn

Grilled Mushrooms & Truffle Cream

Fontina Mashed Potatoes

Broccolini

Sauteed Asparagus

Beer Battered Onion Rings

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Louie's by the Bay offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Louie's by the Bay restaurant rated?

Is Louie's by the Bay currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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