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Newport Rib Company
If it's delicious BBQ, in a dinner house that knows more than just great BBQ, Newport Rib Company is your place. Comfortable booths, a great bar with sports on the TV, and a staff so friendly you'll think that you’re part of the family...and you are. This local landmark has been serving BBQ’d specialties for over 25 years; slow roasted tri-tip, Prime rib, juicy steaks, stiff martini's and great salads all add up to a first-rate experience without the first-rate price. Come and find out why this family-owned business has become a MUST-have when visiting the Orange County area.
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Try the onion brick or the grilled artichoke for appetizers, the BBQ’d chopped tri-tip or chicken salad is a health conscious favorite, but the meat is center stage at this one of a kind Costa Mesa institution.
Take-out, catering from 25 to 2500 guests, a banquet room which seats 80, large comfortable booths, and an environment that caters to our guests no matter if regulars or soon to be’s.
27 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 27 reviews
5 stars
(7)
4 stars
(10)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(13)
- neighborhood gem(11)
- kid-friendly(9)
- fit for foodies(7)
- great for lunch(7)
- vibrant bar scene(6)
Newport Rib Company Reviews List
Review 1 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Business Team dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had company staff in from all over the US and new I had to pick a special place for food and fun. I have been going to NRC for years and again they did not let me down. The food was amazing as always. We were seated in the main area and with it being baseball, basketball and hockey season, we had a great view of seeing all the action on any one of the huge big screens. Do yourself a favor and take the family to Newport Rib Company."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great ribs, big portions for a good price."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We waited for 45 minutes past
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We waited for 45 minutes past our reservation time."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 4 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nice, casual restaurant. Very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice, casual restaurant. Very consistent. Great food. Both locations are always busy so make reservations."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Always good food, an plenty
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always good food, an plenty of it. No skimpy plates here. If you are looking for messy ribs, piles of french fries and onion rings, look no further."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2005
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 6 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great bbq, although it was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great bbq, although it was a busy night and the shrimp came out a bit overcooked. Also, normally when you order tri-tip it is served thinly sliced. Mine was brought to the table without being sliced at all. Would eat here again, but wouldn't order the tri-tip."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2006
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Review 7 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
-waitress/hostesses friendly
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"-waitress/hostesses friendly and helpful
-food was under expectations
-Restaurant Week deal was OK"
-food was under expectations
-Restaurant Week deal was OK"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Even on Valentine's Day we
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Even on Valentine's Day we got seated without any delays. The staff are friendly and attentive. Prices are reasonable and the food is great."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Newport Rib Company
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
My order of Baby Back Ribs
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My order of Baby Back Ribs is too dry. We still have to wait for over half hour before we are seated. I am a little disappointed on my overall experience on Valentine Day."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Newport Rib Company
Based on the average of (18) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic