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About Lighthouse Cafe

Airy eatery with floor-to-ceiling windows, offering eclectic American eats, a deck & bay vistas.

What People Are Saying

from Google & Yelp

"We recently had the absolute joy of hosting our wedding dinner at this wonderful restaurant, and I honestly don’t think words can fully capture how special the entire experience was – but I’ll try. From the very beginning, communication was seamless and reassuring. David was truly exceptional throughout the planning process. Every email, every question, every last-minute detail was handled with such care and professionalism. He made us feel completely at ease and genuinely excited leading up to the big day. His responsiveness and attention to detail were invaluable, and it felt like he was just as invested in our day as we were. On the day of the event, Andrew stepped in as our point person, and we could not have asked for a more organized, calming, and thoughtful presence. He orchestrated the evening with grace and precision, ensuring everything flowed effortlessly — from our arrival to the final toast. It’s rare to find someone who can manage logistics so smoothly while also making you feel personally cared for, but Andrew did just that. And of course, we must mention Dave and Xochi, who delivered outstanding service with such warmth and genuine hospitality. They were absolutely amazing — attentive without being intrusive, always present when needed, and full of positive energy that truly added to the atmosphere. You could feel that they weren’t just doing a job, they were helping create memories, and that means so much. Every dish was perfect, every glass was full, and every guest left with a smile. But more than that, we left with the feeling that our wedding dinner wasn’t just an event on a calendar — it was treated with heart. To David, Andrew, Dave, Xochi, and the entire team: thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You gave us a night we will treasure forever. Thanks ☺️"

★★★★★

"First before anything.... no matter what time ur reservation is, get there min an hour before. Parking is the worst! Now the restaurant... food above average in taste but presentation is great. We ordered Fish n Chips, Blueberry Pancakes, Clam Chowder and Fish Tacos and Pistachio Pasta. Coffee, Iced Tea and water. Service was prompt eventhough we were 45 min late (parking issues). We were there 08.31.25 at 1pm. The two young ladies at the front desk were nice and accommodating. Little hesitant but cuz they were super busy and we were late. But handled the problem professionally. Our server Christen was pleasant and attentive.... until the handing of the bill. I'm very picky with client service. She looked away while saying have a great day and etc etc. My Son didn't even reach out to recieve the bill n half her body was turning away. I'm sorry but that was a bit rude. I'm in a luxury line automotive dealer and eye contact is very important. Other than that the whole service part of Christen's duties were normal. Oh as far as the food, don't order the Lobster Mac n Cheese... no longer on their menu. I asked cuz was shown on their web site menu. Dinner items only order after 4pm. Now the atmosphere... we had outside seating very awesome day! Slight breeze and sunny. Boats were passing by and everyone was pleasant. The view was great and the fragrance of the ocean in the air... fresh and clean. One negative is the restaurant shares restrooms with the public restrooms around the corner of the building. Really!!! A nice restaurant with no restrooms???? So overall when I go to a nice restaurant the food and the service is most important to me. So if u want to impress a date with a romantic view maybe this is the place."

★★★

"It was beyond my expectations! The food quality was on par with Bayside Restaurant. I wasn’t a fan of the shrimp cocktail at first, but I still finished it—it had such an interesting and exciting flavor 😁. The building was beautiful, and the staff truly cared about their guests."

★★★★★

"We stopped in for breakfast on our way to the airport. It was dead and the weather was overcast. I bet this place and view are amazing when it’s clear out. We sat outside in an area for great views. The service was spectacular. Both our waiter and the host were very attentive and friendly. You have to pay for parking as it’s at a marina. Another reviewer mentioned the restrooms being at the front of the marina. I thought they were pretty clean and didn’t have an issue walking just a bit further. Now the food-good portions. The clam chowder was amazing. It was the star of the meal. It was peppery and just delightful. Best I’ve ever had. The avocado toast was ok. It lacked some real flavor. The salad it came with was mellow and fresh. The chorizo Benedict was good. It had good flavor and the chorizo wasn’t oily. Eggs were perfectly poached. The potatoes they came with were good as well."

★★★★

"Food was average, the view is relaxing but it took almost an hour to get out 2 entrees. People who sat same time as us got their food and paid and left and we didn’t get our food yet. The server didn’t even do anything and just said they went from lunch to dinner. She didn’t offer anything to fix it just acted rushed and brought the check. Good was average. Not worth the price at all 1 iced tea, a grilled artichoke and 2 entrees were about $100."

"I'd been going to cappy's for years while growing up in Newport. Delighted to see it is still around after all these years. Still Local, Fresh, and..."

Laura G. ★★★★★

Hours

Monday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Lighthouse Cafe's hours?
Lighthouse Cafe is located in Newport Beach, California. Monday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Thursday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Friday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Saturday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM. Sunday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Where is Lighthouse Cafe located?
Lighthouse Cafe is located at 1600 W Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663, United States, Newport Beach, CA. You can get directions using the map above.
What is Lighthouse Cafe's phone number?
You can reach Lighthouse Cafe at (194) 993-3100.
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