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Hook & Anchor, Costa Mesa, CA

Hook & Anchor

4.6 (153)
$30 and under
Seafood
1773 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Chef Wayne's full-service seafood restaurant, Hook & Anchor, has come to fruition after six successful years in the fast/casual sector. Using the freshest ingredients and fresh wild-caught fish has made himself a name in the Newport Beach (and surrounding areas). Hook & Anchor has been awarded Yelp's #1 Lobster Roll in California and the 5th best seafood restaurant in the United States.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Wayne Magnusen
  • Catering
    Off-site catering for private parties and events.
  • Private party facilities
    Hook & Anchor is available for partial or full buy-outs.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Cross street
    Between 18th & 17th Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Short walk
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 153 people are saying

Hook & Anchor reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hook & Anchor is renowned for its "amazing lobster rolls" and offers an extensive seafood menu. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "delicious food," featuring standout dishes like the "clam chowder" and "lobster mac & cheese." The restaurant's relaxed atmosphere and "friendly staff" make it a delightful dining destination.
153 Reviews
  1. Lynne VIP

    Orange County65 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First time at Hook & Anchor. Very good experience. Small issue over giving us an overly small table initially. They moved us and that was fine. The white clam chowder was piping hot and very tasty. A really good start. We both had the Newport’s Finest Salad. Salad had lobster, crab and grilled shrimp, mixed in with spring mix, romaine, baby tomatoes, radish, small cucumbers and generous avocado. Dressings were really good. Had the house.Chardonnay, which was good. Our server, Abby, was great. Very friendly, helpful and knew the menu very well. We were there early, but the whole place filled up pretty quickly. This was a very good dining experience. We definitely plan on returning.

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  2. Brad VIP

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Lobster salad and Lobster Cocktail . Very good service .

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  3. Kevin

    Orange County8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The live music was a little loud for conversation. The lobster cocktail was better than the lobster roll. Bartender was more attentive than the waiter.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. Darla VIP

    Orange County35 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall our evening was fine. Our biggest complaint was that our food (soup, salad and entree) was all brought to our table within three minutes of each other. Talk about feeling rushed and unable to enjoy each course. The food was good, but for the price, not something we'll do again.

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  5. Verne VIP

    Cancun40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had read Hook and Anchor was one of the top seafood restaurants in the United States and it didn't disappoint. We had a nice booth and the noise level was perfect for conversation. The Halibut was maybe the best I have ever had. Jennie our server was super knowledgeable and on it. We will be back

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Bruce

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonder food. Everything prepared perfectly, good happy hour value, & generous portions. First time at new location. Menu has lots more items. Very comfortable compared to old location.

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  7. Nozomi VIP

    Hawaii8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service! We loved Kama Wings and of course the lobster rolls!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was good. I had to bring my pets and they were super accommodating. Even tho we were on the patio, they had heat lamps. The show of the night was the lobster roll, that was so tantalizing and rich with flavors.

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  9. Doug VIP

    Orange County9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The lobster roll is to die for. We had oysters and they were super delicious. The wife said her cioppino was one of the best she's had. Watch the MP dishes they were a little on the high side. Martini was great and they have a pretty good wine selection too. Kind of a country bohemian vibe inside. We will definitely be going back.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Patrick

    Orange County1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    very tasty food especially the lobster roll and the scallops.

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FAQs

Hook & Anchor offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 423-7169.

Hook & Anchor is rated 4.6 stars by 153 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Booked 6 times today
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1773 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 18th & 17th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Short walk
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Wayne Magnusen
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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