"I recently dined at The Beachcomber in Newport Beach, though I must preface that I was adhering to a no-carb, no-sugar, and no-alcohol regimen. Thus, my selections were limited. The location itself is undeniably scenic, with oceanfront seating and a charming walk from the parking area. However, only residents or club members can park closer, requiring visitors to walk or shuttle—though I personally appreciated the stroll. I ordered the steak appetizer, a chicken salad, and clam chowder. The steak appetizer, though slightly overcooked for my preference, had commendable flavor. The chicken salad offered fresh greens, but the chicken itself was fried to dryness, though the dressing was delightful. The clam chowder was underwhelming; it seemed to rely on pre-packaged quality, with few tiny miniature pieces of clams and mostly potatoes. While the meal wasn’t exorbitantly priced, it didn’t entice me to return from Long Beach. Yet, the neighboring table’s sautéed shrimp, paired with bread, came highly praised—and if I'm ever nearby, I might stop in solely to try that dish. Ultimately, it’s a pleasant locale, but the cuisine, while adequate, lacked distinction. Ps. I really enjoyed a revitalizing walk after my meal on the beach."

"Went here with friends and it was early in the morning and after the rain. Right on the beach so great view and location. You have to park the other side of the street and there is a mini bus taking you over to the lodge/motel but you have to walk down to it, then pass the lodges, into the sand/water in order to get to the restaurant. The place is small but with great vibe and definitely great view of the ocean. Service is excellent and very friendly. We ordered bunch of foods. They all tasty but nothing special. Prices wise, expensive but you have to remember that you’re paying for the location so. Worth it? Sure once in awhile for sure. It is a great place to hangout, chill with friends or family and walk along the beach afterward or prior. Overall, very cool place with good foods and great services plus fantastic view."

"We arrived for lunch and found the place quite crowded. We managed to get seated in the patio, which offered a beautiful ocean view. Our waiter was attentive and knowledgeable, and the food was exceptional. The chicken sandwich I ordered was particularly delicious, and the mini tacos were equally tasty. To end our meal on a sweet note, we indulged in the beignets, which were simply divine. Overall, it was a delightful surprise, with a friendly and welcoming staff that made our dining experience truly enjoyable."

"The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove is one of those rare Southern California spots where the setting immediately puts you in vacation mode. The restaurant sits steps from the sand and crashing waves, and between the ocean breeze and relaxed energy, it’s the kind of place you want to linger long after breakfast is over. We came for brunch and everything hit the mark. Do not leave without ordering the lemon ricotta pancakes—they’re to die for. And the brioche French toast? It’s sweet, rich, and dangerously good. Breakfast sweet treats are a must while at the Beachcomber. Reservations for weekend brunch are a must, as the restaurant stays packed from the moment it opens, and the lively atmosphere is part of the charm. Service was friendly, and our server checked in just enough without rushing us. The atmosphere is coastal casual. Parking is at the Crystal Cove lot with a short shuttle down to the beach. The shuttle is $2 per person each way, cash or card. Once you’re seated with your toes practically in the sand, it’s worth every minute. Beachcomber is less about the food—though it’s excellent—and more about the perfect California coastal moment: great bites, ocean views, and that “I could stay here all day” vibe. We’ll absolutely be back."

"You are paying for location, location here. You can't beat the views from here and you eat basically on the beach. You can't get closer unless you pack your own food. There is always a wait for walk up so I would suggest you make a reservation. Even with a reservation, you may wait a little. We tried the ahi poki tacos from apps, ribs dinner plate, mushroom & truffle mac & cheese, fries and lemon mouse. The Ahi poki were good but the crust tasted a little stale to me. I wish they had more of a crunch but good. Great value for ribs dinner plate. The cream corn was more of corn, not overly creamy and the ribs had a lot of fat on it. They can't control that but I felt like it was more fat then meat. But good. Mushroom & Truffle mac & cheese was on the watery side. If you are thinking it's a thick, rich mac & cheese, it is not that. Fries were good-could have been a little hotter. And I thought I was ordering lemon mouse cake but it was more of a mouse cup. Overall, good dinner and fun to treat yourself once in awhile."