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Food - The Cannery, Newport Beach, CA

The Cannery

4.7 (4113)
$31 to $50
Seafood
3010 LaFayette Road, Newport Beach, CA 92663

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The Cannery

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Newport Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
Cannery Seafood of the Pacific has been a fixture to Newport Beach for over 95 years. We are located in the Cannery Village, specializing in more than the freshest and most flavorful seafood. In our water-level Grill Room, enjoy a sophisticated menu of delicious steaks, chops and salads prepared with flair & imagination. Order one of our famous margaritas or a favorite cocktail at our upstairs Jellyfish Lounge and enjoy the scene. Choose from Japanese specialties & sushi at the Sushi Bar. Looking for outdoors? Dine al fresco on our heated & enclosed patio where you can relax and watch luxury yachts cruise past on the Rhine Channel. Be sure to check out our Award winning wine list with selections from California and around the world.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Jones
  • Private party facilities
    The Cannery is Orange County’s premier venue for corporate, family, and special events, from intimate dinners to grand celebrations. With unique spaces, customized menus, impeccable service, and attention to detail, we create memorable experiences. Zagat-rated and Wine Spectator-awarded.
  • Private party contact
    Jason Noble: (949) 677-2115
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    31st Street
  • Parking details
    $7 Valet Charge. In addition, reserve space for your boat on our dock. Please call The Cannery direct to assure dock space is available.
  • Entertainment
    Call for more information
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving at the Cannery

    2 - 8 people

    Nov 26, 2026 only
    Thanksgiving Day will feature an exclusive three-course prix fixe menu for $80 per person, with multiple options for each course. No à la carte menu will be available.
    Thanksgiving at the Cannery Photo

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at The Cannery.

4.7

4.7
(4113)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Seafood

  • South Orange County

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Cannery offers a "great dining experience" with "excellent service" and "delicious food" in a historic setting. Guests rave about the "beautiful views" and "wonderful ambiance," perfect for special occasions. The outdoor patio and diverse menu add to the appeal, making it a "highly recommended" spot for locals and tourists alike.
4,113 Reviews
  1. Chirs

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome time the food was great and the service was fantastic.

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  2. Loxi

    Palm Springs14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    No jam choices for “boring breakfast” bacon overcooked

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  3. Douglas

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Extraordinary dining experience in an historic building and long term established restaurant.

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  4. Rachel

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service, and view! Highly recommend this restaurant. We will be back!

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  5. Allan Gold

    Orange County9 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Do not order the Lobster Pot Pie. Absolutely tasteless/bland, and very salty. The Cannery should consider removing it from the menu. The overall atmosphere was outstanding however. I probably will not return for a while

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  6. Marylou Gold

    Los Angeles14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Got checked in and got seated right away! Staff is great, love all the menu options. Everything is delicious. Loved celebrating our 13 year anniversary a Cannery!

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  7. Diane Gold

    Los Angeles23 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I felt like I was at a Denny’s. I was being rushed the whole time. I was there.

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  8. John Gold

    San Francisco20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 18, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent location, great food, and fabulous service!! Highly recommended!!

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  9. george Gold

    San Francisco32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a hit! Guests from Europe enjoyed as well as us locals! Great service, ambience and food quality!

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  10. Deziray

    Orange County1 review

    2.0

    Dined on October 14, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very slow . We had to flag people down for service

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Sushi, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Kevin Jones
  • Private party facilities
    The Cannery is Orange County’s premier venue for corporate, family, and special events, from intimate dinners to grand celebrations. With unique spaces, customized menus, impeccable service, and attention to detail, we create memorable experiences. Zagat-rated and Wine Spectator-awarded.
  • Private party contact
    Jason Noble: (949) 677-2115
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    31st Street
  • Parking details
    $7 Valet Charge. In addition, reserve space for your boat on our dock. Please call The Cannery direct to assure dock space is available.
  • Entertainment
    Call for more information
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, The Cannery is well suited to special evenings: multiple reviewers describe anniversary and celebratory dinners on the patio with attentive service and a beautiful harbor view.

Yes, The Cannery hosts private parties, and reviewers mention events like bridal showers and wedding receptions being held there.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished clothing rather than formalwear; many guests do dress up a touch for anniversaries and special nights.

Sunday brunch is a guest favorite, brunch is served Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and reviewers praise the Sunday brunch experience on the patio.

Expect The Cannery to be busiest for Sunday brunch/afternoons and during happy-hour rushes, when guests report lines and a packed bar; Sunday evenings can feel more relaxed and low-key.

Yes, guests report the reservation form asks what you’re celebrating, and staff commonly accommodate seating or off‑menu requests when booking, so note celebration or seating preferences when you reserve.

For the classic Cannery experience, weekend brunch is a favorite, Saturday or Sunday from 11:00 am–2:00 pm, and if you want a buzzy bar scene, the restaurant’s daily happy hour (3:30–6:00 pm) draws crowds.

Yes, families dine here regularly and staff commonly accommodate children, from attentive servers to moving parties outdoors when needed, making it an easy choice for family meals.

The Cannery posts brunch on Saturday and Sunday 11:00 am–2:00 pm; lunch Wednesday–Friday 11:30 am–2:00 pm; happy hour daily 3:30 pm–6:00 pm; dinner Monday–Thursday and Sunday 5:00 pm–8:30 pm, Friday–Saturday 5:00 pm–9:00 pm.

For brunch and some shareable starters, guests describe portions as plentiful, one reviewer called appetizers like clam chowder and focaccia "very good and plentiful, " and another said the Shellfish Trio was plenty for two to share.

The Cannery is a casual‑elegant, waterfront spot, a water‑level Grill Room, an upstairs Jellyfish Lounge and a harbor patio create a polished yet welcoming setting for dinners and celebrations.

The Cannery features a water-level Grill Room as its main dining space, an upstairs Jellyfish Lounge and bar, a dedicated Sushi Bar, and a heated, enclosed patio, plus the restaurant accommodates private parties.

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The Cannery

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Newport Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 60 times today
Experiences are available.
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