Mutt Lynch's - Piatti

Chixy Natural

➤ 488 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627, United States

Piatti • Bbq • Salad • Lunch • American

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"Absolutely outstanding! I got a steak and rice bowl and added chicken to it with teriyaki and sesame sauces. All of the food was really tasty and the portions were big but the steak was really stand out phenomenal! It's juicy and flavorful and very tender. The owner seemed to know everyone that came in by name which was really nice, she was super friendly. Everyone working was very friendly. I imagine this place has a lot of regulars, it's really good and there are options if you're looking to save some money but feed the whole family good, clean, wholesome food but they also have some really indulgent options as well. I'd recommend this restaurant to anyone that's hungry."

A+o Restaurant Bar

➤ 1221 West Coast Hwy, 92663, Newport Beach, United States

Piatti • Wine • Full • Seafood • Burgers

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"I sat at a table by the water with a heater, and I absolutely loved it! I had both the Clam Chowder and the Lobster Bisque, and the Scallops were fantastic! The service was wonderful, and the prices were reasonable!"

Pasta Connection

➤ 1902 Harbor BlvdCA 926275543, Costa Mesa, United States

Piatti • Pizza • Pasta • Italian • Breakfast

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"This charming little restaurant offers a burst of flavor in a relaxed setting. I visited for dinner on a Wednesday evening; although there were several occupied tables, I was seated right away. I ordered the Bife de Chorizo (NY steak), which was cooked to perfection—well-seasoned and incredibly tender. The fettuccine Alfredo was some of the best pasta I've ever tasted, featuring fresh homemade noodles and a wonderfully creamy buttery sauce. The empanadas were tasty, and the chimichurri sauce was quite good. However, I was a bit let down by the dinner salad; it was just a basic mix of lettuce with a few grape tomatoes. While the creamy Italian dressing was spot on, I would have appreciated a wider variety of vegetables and some hand-torn greens. The food presentation felt a bit outdated. Nonetheless, with delicious steak and pasta, plus friendly service, I would definitely consider making this place a regular haunt."

21 Ocean Front Restaurant

➤ 2100 West Oceanfront Newport Beach, CA 92663-4327, United States

Piatti • Fish • Steak • Seafood • American

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"The food itself was mediocre at best. I ordered the purple potatoes(bland but dipped in ranch you can’t go wrong with potatoes), wedge burger(dry), lobster Mac cheese(was ok, not spectacular). Not worth the price hype. I could say my expectations were high, I really thought the food would wow me. But the ahi nachos up the street from Roof Top Lounge were 100000000% better than all of those items. I ordered the chocolate soufflé for dessert. Everyone RAVED over it. Unfortunately, it fell short as well. It was my least favorite. When I poured the sauce on, there were chunks. The flavor was bland. BUT the staff were kind. So I’d give staff 5/5 stars, the food 2/5. I stayed above the restaurant, was here for 3 days. Hoping to have a better turn out next time I stay eat here. The free bread butter were very good. 5/5 on that."

The Chicken Coop

➤ 414 Old Newport Blvd, 92663, Newport Beach, United States

Piatti • Chicken • American • Breakfast • North American

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"What truly made Zubie's popular was its prime rib, especially during the weekly navy nights. To get a reservation, you had to call in early that morning. Reservations were handled like tickets for a concert—first come, first served. You’d secure a time slot, arrive, give your name, pay a mere $2.85 (back in the '70s), and then wait in line. Once inside, seating was family-style at picnic tables set over a sawdust-covered floor. Sadly, the area eventually fell victim to coastal development, but before that happened, Zubie opened a few other beloved local spots: Zubie’s Dry Dock in Huntington Beach and Zubie’s Chicken Coop near Newport Beach. Interestingly, Zubie’s Chicken Coop was once an upscale French restaurant right on the Pacific Coast Highway, complete with a chic French name, plush carpets, and valet parking. I’m not sure how Zubie acquired it, but he completely revamped the place, eliminating its fancy menu and valet service while adding a bit of sawdust to the carpet before reopening the doors. Not much has changed since then—a few new tables have replaced the worn-out French ones, and the sawdust gets topped off occasionally. Known among locals for its generous portions and freshly cooked homemade dishes, Zubie's continues to be a favorite spot. I did find the rotisserie chicken a bit disappointing, which seemed like a nod to its pizza-less pizza history. It’s amusing to see multimillionaire yacht owners mingling at the bar over breakfast, sharing jokes with local mechanics. Although Captain John Zubieta has passed away, the restaurant is still in the capable hands of his wife, who has managed to keep Zubie's charm alive. She has since sold the place but still oversees Zubie's Dry Dock in Huntington Beach. Thankfully, the tradition of weekly Prime Rib Night endures!"