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Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach Reviews List

Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach

Begun in 1990, the original Sam & Harry’s is a Washington, D.C. landmark. An institution for “power dining” in the city, Sam & Harry’s DC has hosted Roy Rogers, Gene Autry, Julia Child, and Nicolas Cage among many celebrities and politicians. Washingtonians voted Sam & Harry’s “Best Steak” and Wine Spectator has awarded us the “Best Award of Excellence”. Sam & Harry’s brings more than a traditional steakhouse to Newport Beach. We feature USDA prime steaks, “jet-fresh” seafood flown in daily from around the world, and an award-winning wine program that showcases a list of hand selected bottles, while highlighting 50 wines by the glass. Sam & Harry’s signature personalized service will accommodate your every need and our private dining rooms provide the perfect ambiance for an evening of business or leisure
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16 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
(16 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 16 reviews
5 stars
(5)
4 stars
(5)
3 stars
(3)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
1.4 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(7)
  • fit for foodies(5)
  • scenic view(4)
  • great for lunch(3)
  • great for outdoor dining(3)
  • kid-friendly(3)
Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach Reviews List
Review 1 for Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Mother's Day at Sam & Harry's

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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"Always fantastic. Best steaks in town. GREAT service!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Melt in your mouth Steaks!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
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"Seriously, The best Steak in town. Melts in your mouth!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 3 for Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Moderate satisfaction

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was okay. Have tasted better. Our bread basket was not like the other guests were getting. Seemed like it was sitting out, not too fresh. Had to wait for our check."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 4 for Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

the waitress is not friendly

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
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"the waitress is not friendly ~
1) no bread served on lunch ?? we got bread on lunch in last visit.
2) need to ask to pour water for a few times, no matter my guests need for cold or warm water,
3) after a few times in asking for box to pack leftover, we needed to talk to other waiter .
We like food there but the service is really bad.... maybe it's not her good day."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 5 for Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A local discovery

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We are local Newport residents and decided to give Sam & Harry's a visit sincevitvwas last minute and they could take us in at 7:30.
Server ( Ben) was great and engaging, accommodating but not intrusive. 3 of us had the Resturant Week special which had an 8 oz fillet, started salad or soup, vegetables and a nice desert array for $30.
They recognized a birthday celebration in the group with a very nice desert. Highlights were the crab cake appetizers and the generous portion of the steaks which were cooked to perfection.
We will add to our acceptablevresturant list in Newport Beach."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2010
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Review 6 for Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My 95 year old mother-in-law

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My 95 year old mother-in-law picked Sam and Harry's as the choice for her Restaurant Week visit. She loved everything from the hotel interior to the menu. Of course, having filet mignon (cooked just the way she likes it) as one of the choices made it a "no brainer." But she also loved the wedge salad and the marvelous dessert sampler. I had the French onion soup, which was full of onion and covered with a delicious cheese. My main course was salmon. This was on a bed of rice with a side of vegetables. All of it was delicious and my mother-in-law has not stopped raving about it. She would go back in a heartbeat."
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very enjoyable experience.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Very enjoyable experience. The food was great!!"
Dined on 01/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Sam & Harry's Steakhouse - Marriott Newport Beach
Based on the average of (9) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Food 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Service 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.3 / 3
Moderate