Back Bay Bistro Contemporary 13/20 Newport Dunes Resort 1131 Back Bay Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-729-1144 RESERVE NOW! The modern space adds chic charm to this on-the-bay contemporary dining spot. More...

Bayside Contemporary 15/20 900 Bayside Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-721-1222 RESERVE NOW! One of Newport’s best kept secrets, Bayside hits high marks on upscale yet casual California décor, fine cuisine and a substantial wine cellar. More...

Bluewater Grill Seafood 14/20 630 Lido Park Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92663 949-675-3474 An innovative New England-style seafood joint for the Orange County set. More...

The Californian Contemporary No Rating Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa 21500 Pacific Coast Hwy. Huntington Beach, CA 92648 714-845-4776 RESERVE NOW! Fine California-style dining and excellent wines in a laid-back setting with beautiful ocean views. More...

The Cannery Seafood 14/20 3010 Lafayette Rd. Newport Beach, CA 92663 949-566-0060 RESERVE NOW! Harborside landmark serves gourmet seafood in an artistic space. More...

Cedar Creek Inn California 13/20 26860 Ortega Hwy. San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 949-240-2229 Family-owned restaurant serving Cal-American fare in a cozy setting complete with a stone fireplace. More...

Charlie Palmer at Bloomingdale's South Coast Plaza New American 15/20 Bloomingdale's South Coast Plaza 3333 Bristol St. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714-352-2525 Taste famed NYC chef Charlie Palmer's cuisine in this sleek and sophisticated South Coast Plaza space. More...

Claes Restaurant Pacific Rim 14/20 Hotel Laguna 425 S. Pacific Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949-376-9283 This longtime Hotel Laguna restaurant features one of OC’s best ocean views and an eclectic Pacific Rim fusion menu. More...

First Cabin Continental 14/20 The Balboa Bay Club & Resort 1221 W. Coast Hwy. Newport Beach, CA 92663 949-645-5000 RESERVE NOW! Classic Cali-Euro cuisine with a striking Newport Harbor view. More...

Five Crowns American 14/20 3801 E. Pacific Coast Hwy. Corona Del Mar, CA 92625 949-760-0331 RESERVE NOW! Character is the main element at this replica of England's oldest inn, which serves up the best prime rib in town along with contemporary dishes. More...

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Steakhouse 14/20 Fashion Island 455 Newport Center Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-720-9633 Steaks, wine and a power singles scene. More...

French 75 French 13/20 1464 S. Pacific Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949-494-8444 One of OC's most romantic spots for rustic, retro French bistro fare and a chocolate soufflé. More...

The House of Blues Southern 12/20 Downtown Disney 1530 S. Disneyland Dr. Anaheim, CA 92802 714-778-2583 The Mississippi Delta is featured in food and music at this venue in Downtown Disney. More...

Las Brisas Mexican 13/20 361 Cliff Dr. Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949-497-5434 Laguna Beach institution with a good menu of Mexican-inspired contemporary seafood fare and an unbeatably scenic seaside setting. More...

Lucca Café Contemporary 14/20 Quail Hill Village Center 6507 Quail Hill Pkwy. Irvine, CA 92603 949-725-1773 Fresh, locally grown ingredients and a charming wine list are found at this friendly bistro. More...

Manhattan Supper Club French No Rating 202 S. Main St. Orange, CA 92868 714-978-6161 Stop by for the reasonable prices, sophisticated interior, NYC-style steaks, deep wine cellar and refined Cal-French comfort food. More...

Motif Bistro 14/20 St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach 1 Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point, CA 92629 949-234-3200 RESERVE NOW! Handsome Euro-Cal bistro with a gorgeous ocean view. More...

Orange Hill Restaurant American No Rating 6410 E. Chapman Ave. Orange, CA 92869 714-997-2910 A romantic dining venue with spectacular nighttime views and an impressive weekend brunch. More...

Palm Terrace Contemporary 15/20 The Island Hotel Newport Beach 690 Newport Center Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-760-4920 RESERVE NOW! Executive chef Bill Bracken’s Modern American cuisine includes dishes such as truffle-scented macaroni and cheese and potato-crusted Chilean sea bass. More...

Park Ave. Contemporary 14/20 11200 Beach Blvd. Stanton, CA 90680 714-901-4400 RESERVE NOW! Eclectic space and imaginative chef-owners elevate contemporary comfort food to new heights. More...

Pelican Grill Contemporary 14/20 Pelican Hill Golf Club 22800 Pelican Hill Rd. Newport Coast, CA 92657 949-467-6800 Super scenic and elegant golf club restaurant serves up fine contemporary and American fare. More...

Pinot Provence French 14/20 The Westin South Coast Plaza 686 Anton Blvd. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714-444-5900 RESERVE NOW! Elegant food, attentive service and French country style in a restaurant from the Patina Group. More...

Ramos House Café Southern 14/20 31752 Los Rios St. San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 949-443-1342 Down-home Southern-inspired New American cooking under the oak tree beside a historic cottage. More...

Roy's Hawaii Regional 13/20 GardenWalk 321 W. Katella Ave., Ste. 105 Anaheim, CA 92802 714-776-7697 Chef Roy Yamaguchi brings his Hawaiian fusion fare to Anaheim’s GardenWalk. More...

Rusty Pelican Seafood 14/20 Mariners Mile 2735 W. Coast Hwy. Newport Beach, CA 92663 949-642-3431 Classic seafood dinners at sunset are still served up at Newport Harbor’s romantic Rusty Pelican. More...

Sage California 14/20 2531 Eastbluff Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-718-9650 Fresh, contemporary American cooking at a neighborhood favorite. More...

Salt Creek Grille American 12/20 32802 Pacific Coast Hwy. Dana Point, CA 92629 949-661-7799 RESERVE NOW! A by-the-ocean fire pit, top-shelf cocktails, upscale American grill cuisine and live jazz. More...

Sam & Harry's Steakhouse 14/20 Newport Beach Marriott Resort & Spa 900 Newport Center Dr. Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-640-4000 RESERVE NOW! East Coast steak, chop and seafood house comes to Orange County. More...

Sapphire Laguna Global 15/20 Old Pottery Place 1200 S. Coast Hwy. Laguna Beach, CA 92651 949-715-9888 RESERVE NOW! Classy and rustic South Laguna hot spot for Modern American cuisine, coffee and gourmet snacks. More...

Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar Seafood 14/20 3300 Bristol St. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714-979-2400 RESERVE NOW! Classic and contemporary fresh seafood dishes, plus steaks and a great bar scene near South Coast Plaza. More...

Shades Steakhouse 14/20 Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort 21100 Pacific Coast Hwy. Huntington Beach, CA 92648 714-845-8444 RESERVE NOW! This seaside restaurant, located inside Huntington’s Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, offers steaks, chops and seafood. More...

Sol Contemporary 14/20 Hyatt Regency Newport Beach 1107 Jamboree Rd. Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-729-1234 Euro-Cal fare at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach. More...

Stonehill Tavern Modern American 15/20 St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach One Monarch Beach Resort Dana Point, CA 92629 949-234-3200, 800-722-1543 RESERVE NOW! San Francisco’s Michael Mina brings his hyper contemporary style to the St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach. More...

Tangata California 14/20 Bowers Museum 2002 N. Main St. Santa Ana, CA 92706 714-567-3600 RESERVE NOW! Daytime dining from chef Joachim Splichal in a museum courtyard. More...

TAPS Fish House & Brewery Brewpub 13/20 101 E. Imperial Hwy. Brea, CA 92821 714-257-0101 RESERVE NOW! Notable beers join very good steaks, seafood and Cajun cuisine in a New Orleans-inspired setting. More...

Tradition by Pascal French 16/20 Plaza Newport 1000 N. Bristol St. Newport Beach, CA 92660 949-263-9400 RESERVE NOW! Personable host chef Pascal Olhats continues to offer some of the finest classic and contemporary French dishes in OC. More...

Zov's Bistro Mediterranean 14/20 17440 E. 17th St. Tustin, CA 92780 714-838-8855 RESERVE NOW! Influential chef-owner Zov Karamardian brings first-rate Mediterranean-inspired foods to OC. More...

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