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Nesai


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#14 of 281 restaurants in Newport Beach
  • Cuisines: Asian, Pacific Rim
  • Price range*: $31-$40
  • Address: 215-17 Riverside Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663
  • Phone:  (949) 646-2333

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3 of 5 stars
JSS949   17 contributions
Southern California
May 9, 2009

I want to love this restaurant; I live closeby and I'd love to have it in my "local rotation" but my experience is that it's inconsistent. Things I like about it: the offbeat location, the owner who is very into wine, the diverse menu, supporting this local business, Tuesday night no-corkage nights (bring your own glass)... but as was the... more

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5 of 5 stars
SpanishRoots   1 contribution
California
Jan 26, 2009

We found this place by accident, while checking reviews on another restaurant we were considering going to. What a pleasant surprise this place is - casual, friendly with great food and service. And best of all, the menu is unique, not the same boring basics every restaurant offers. Some of the dishes on the menu sound familiar, but the Nesai... more

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5 of 5 stars
wattkenn   24 contributions
Newport Beach, California
Sep 25, 2008

This is one of our favorite restaurants. The food is consistently delicious. The owner is always there with a hello and glad to see you back. The ambiance is slightly funky, but that makes it more charming! Go and enjoy! more

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5 of 5 stars
miss714   2 contributions
Newport Beach, Southern California
Apr 15, 2008

I live right around the corner from Nesai and didnt even know it was there until a friends took me last week.! The food is great and the chef is wonderful-he came out to our table to present some of his specials. I recommend the grilled Raddichio Salad, the Artichoke Risotto and the desserts. The decor is fun with lots... more

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5 of 5 stars
jlsf22   2 contributions
SF
Jul 14, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

I stumbled across this place while wandering around during the day and went back for dinner and have to say it was a great choice. It's kind of an Italian style reastaurant with a little bit of Asian influence. We had an appetizer (beet salad) and a couple of entrees (stuffed pork chops, salmon tully). All of the food was... more

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Nesai Address

215-17 Riverside Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92663
Tel: (949) 646-2333
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.