Very small and cute! We ordered the raclette. It was good but a bit over-rated. We also had the fois gras, it was seared. Very tasty. My husband ordered the John Dory (fish), excellent. I had steak. It was over cooked and just average. We had a great bottle of wine. For dessert we had the apple tart...the reviews are... more

one of the best authentic french more

heard it was good... raclette party anyone :O) more

The best food ever. more

My partner and I have lived in Newport Beach for over 10 years and only recently dined at Basilic. We could kill ourselves for never having dined here before! We travel extensively and have been to Michelin-ranked restaurants in Europe, the French Laundry in Napa, and top restaurants throughout the rest of the world. Let us declare that our culinary... more

Newport Beach has a well-earned reputation as a great regional dining destination, and that's largely on the strength of superb restaurants like Basilic. This eight-table, quiet, romantic gem offers first-rate Swiss (read "Continental") cuisine. Their preparation of John Dory is a revelation; I only half-jokingly threatened to boycott the place if the chef ever dropped it from the menu. You... more

A local here- one of my favorite restaurants in town. Not a chain. Feels like you're in a small European town of the border of France & Switzerland. Only a few tables; reservations a MUST. Great fun, warm ambiance. A little gem. more