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Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA
Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA
Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA
Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA
Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach

4.7 (986)
$31 to $50
Italian
1080 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Great for outdoor dining
Established in 1989, Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach is a culinary experience unique from any other. Owner and chef, Sal Maniaci, has brought his firsthand knowledge of Italian cuisine to Newport Beach. A genuine Mediterranean setting coupled with experienced and knowledgeable waiters add to Sapori's authenticity. The remodeled patio featuring a fireplace and outdoor heaters creates an intimate atmosphere perfect for romantic and warm outdoor dining. Signature dishes include penne otero, farfalle salmone, scalloppine gorgonzola, and several other original pasta and meat dishes. Traditional Italian appetizers and desserts such as calamari fritti and tiramisu and an excellent wine list complete the menu. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions, private parties, baby showers, and weddings

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Salvatore Maniaci
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    Jamboree
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 986 people are saying

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sapori Ristorante in Newport Beach offers an "Italian dining experience like no other," with "impeccable" service and consistently delicious food. Guests rave about the "authentic" atmosphere and the "best pizza in the world." The attentive, professional staff and charming patio enhance the dining experience, making it "always the best."
986 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service is wonderful here at Sapori. Our waiter was just delightful. The food was excellent. I am of Italian decent and I can tell you the entree I had was outstanding. My family also commented how tasty and fresh the food was. Entree's were chicken marsala, farfelle pasta in a pink sauce with salmon and Capellini Checca with shirimp prawns. Excellent.

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  2. Ginny VIP

    Orange County21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great birthday dinner !!!! Service was excellent!

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  3. russell

    Orange County45 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always,The Best ! Beautiful patio ! Great service! Good food ! Grazie !!

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  4. sue VIP

    California Central Coast4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this restaurant and the staff! Always a great meal

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  5. Larry

    Orange County1 review

    1.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    It was Ower anniversary 26 year I had rent a house on Balboa Island and got on line to find a romantic Italian restaurant I saw this one 5 stars read the reviews sounds go made reservations for 7:45 we arrived you walk through a gate into a dining area no host then waiter came sat us down next to a stack of chairs and high chairs and these double doors everyone came in and out would slam shut when people came in and out will never go there again when we visit Balboa Island .

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  6. Ann VIP

    Los Angeles8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved loved loved our dinner!! Awesome to meet fellow paisans from our part of Italy❤️our new favorite restaurant!! Massimo could not have made for a more awesome experiences. Our meal was beyond 5 star!! Amazing!! Authentic!!! Highly recommend!!!!!❤️❤️❤️

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  7. Ann

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great. Jose the bus person was delightful. Food was delicious. Atmosphere on the patio was wonderful. Overall, a lovely experience.

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  8. Reginald

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sapori has been a favorite for us for 20 years. The wait staff (in particular, Roberto, Mossimo, and Paolo) are truly professionals - they make every visit to Sapori special. And the food is consistently excellent. These folks are willing and able to customize dishes for you. The wine list is well thought out, and affordable. The bar tender is amongst the very best we have encountered in the OC. How could all these things be true of one restaurant?! My wife and I dealy hope Sapori is around for another 20 years!!

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  9. Tori

    Washington DC3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sapori is the best It‘s our very own Little Italy in our back yard

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  10. Gary

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant. The food is delicious and the waiters are the best!

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FAQs

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 644-4220.

Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach is rated 4.7 stars by 986 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Sapori Ristorante - Newport Beach

1080 Bayside Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Jamboree
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Salvatore Maniaci
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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