Zov's Newport Coast

4.6 (647)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

21123 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, CA 92657

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Zov's Newport Coast

4.6

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Corona del Mar

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Charming

For nearly 40 years, Zov's has helped define Orange County’s culinary identity, earning a reputation for vibrant flavors, polished hospitality, and an award-winning menu that blends Mediterranean soul with contemporary California style.

Rooted in time-honored recipes and elevated by modern technique, Zov’s cuisine is comforting yet refined. Guests enjoy beautifully plated seasonal dishes, bright herbs and spices, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients reflecting the region’s abundance.

Across Orange County, Zov’s has built a loyal following drawn to its consistent excellence and heartfelt hospitality. At the heart is matriarch Chef Zov, leading three generations working side by side each day, blending experience, innovation, and passion in every detail. In Newport, that family spirit comes to life in a vibrant warmhearted setting, offering visitors and locals a place to gather, indulge, and savor a true taste of an Orange County culinary icon.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 760-9687
Website
http://www.zovs.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Zov Karamardian
Catering
Centrally located in the heart of Orange County, Zov's Bistro in Tustin offers exclusive event spaces that are tailored to your banquet celebrations. We offer both on-site and off-site catering services to meet every need and all occasions
Private party facilities
The perfect spaces for your eventWhether you are having an intimate dinner for 5 or up to 100 guests there are spaces designed specifically for your special event. Our catering specialist can help you customize your menu to accommodate an intimate dinner or a stylish celebration. Our Bistro Wine Room, private dining rooms or Fireplace Patio choices epitomize sophistication in design and ambience.

Location
21123 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Area
Corona del Mar
Cross street
San Joaquin Hills
Parking Details
Open lot in shopping center
Entertainment
Flat screen TV's featuring news and sporting event channels at Bar (no sound).
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

Happy Hour
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Indulge in our delightful happy hour, available Monday through Friday, where you can enjoy fantastic deals across the entire restaurant from 3 pm to 5 pm. Extend the fun from 5 pm to 6 pm with exclusive offers at the bar, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Sip on your favorite cocktails and savor delicious bites at unbeatable prices during these prime hours. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to elevate your weekday evenings with great discounts and vibrant ambiance.
Music and Martinis
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
Fri - Sat - 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Our lively Music and Martinis happens every Friday and Saturday from 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at all three of our locations. Our drinks feature Golden Eagle Vodka and have options such as a Perfect Martini, Lavender Lemondrop Martini, and Rosemerry Cosmo. Crafted with high-quality ingredients, each cocktail offers an option for every person, and all the drinks go seamlessly with the music and the ambiance of their restaurants.

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Zov's Newport Coast.

4.6

(647)

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.5Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orange County
Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Zov's Newport Coast offers "outstanding food" with a varied menu and "excellent service." Guests enjoy the pleasant atmosphere, whether inside or on the patio, with live music enhancing the experience. The restaurant consistently delivers "great value" and is a favorite for locals. Note: some guests reported air conditioning issues.

647 Reviews

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nancy Gold
Orange County71 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always above and beyond! Fresh and delicious. Can’t wait until Zovs opens on 17th!!
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 31 October 2026
Hello Nancy, Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear our team continues to go above and beyond for you, and that you’re enjoying our fresh, delicious food. We share your excitement about our new Costa Mesa location on 17th Street, and we can’t wait to welcome you there. In the meantime, we look forward to seeing you again soon! Warmly, Zov’s Restaurants
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Judy Gold
Los Angeles16 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Great staff. The food was delicious and a good price.
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 31 October 2026
Hello Judy, Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re delighted you enjoyed great service from our staff and found the food both delicious and a great value. Offering thoughtfully prepared Mediterranean dishes at a fair price is something we take pride in, and we’ll be sure to share your compliments with the team. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Warmly, Zov’s Restaurants
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Janett Gold
New York City128 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our Grst visit and we make sure we return . The food was very good and service was excellent, Our waiter, Slex was exceptional Highly recommend the Skirt steak
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 26 October 2026
Hello Janett, Thank you so much for choosing Zov's for your first visit! We're so glad the skirt steak was a hit and that Alex took such exceptional care of you we'll be sure to pass along your kind words. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon. Warmly, Zov's Restaurants
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Malinda Gold
Tucson64 reviews
4.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
We love the Zov's breakfast. My husband had the Zov's breakfast with additional pancakes (yum) and I had the Zov's breakfast. We both had eggs over medium with chicken sausage and fruit. The toast was a hearty bakery quality. It was rather hot and they were dealing with a portable air conditioner inside which may have thrown them off a little. We sat outside because we are used to the heat being from Arizona. The service was slow for some reason and we even paid our check on our way out. They did call us prior to our arrival, letting us know it was hot and took care of our Marriott discount without us asking.
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 7 October 2026
Hello Melinda, Thank you so much for joining us for breakfast and for sharing such a thoughtful review! We're so glad you both enjoyed the Zov's Breakfast, and those extra pancakes are always a great call. It's wonderful to hear the toast stood out too. We're sorry the service was slower than it should have been. The heat wave had our team working hard to keep everyone cool, but that's no excuse for making you wait, and we've shared your feedback with our managers. We're glad our call before your visit and the Marriott discount helped make things easier for you. Thank you for braving the patio heat with us. We hope to see you again for breakfast soon! Warmly, Zov's Restaurants
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Cecily Gold
Los Angeles134 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Zov’s is always one of our favorites. Attentive service without being intrusive or obsequious - just like you are a good friend of the family. Casual, but with great food and an interesting and varied menu. Easy for conversation - it’s not loud, and tables are not jammed together.
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 28 September 2026
Hello Cecily, Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We're so glad the service feels just right, and that the food, menu, and easy conversation keep Zov's one of your favorites. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon. Warmly, Zov's Restaurants
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Michele
Orange County2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
There was no air conditioning and it was an extremely hot day.
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 14 September 2026
Hello Michele, Thank you so much for the 5 stars we really appreciate it! At the same time, we're sorry to hear there was no air conditioning on such a hot day; that's not the comfortable experience we want for our guests, and we're taking the feedback seriously. Thank you for your patience, and we hope to host you again soon in a much cooler dining room. Warmly, Zov's Restaurants
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Jeff Gold
Los Angeles24 reviews
1.0
Dined on 10 September 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I arrived for our rsvp 15 mins early and there wasn’t air conditioning Told management I wouldn’t dine without air in this heat & humidity conditions And alerted my guests & we made alternative dining arrangements Could the management not have alerted me in advance?
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 14 September 2026
Thank you for taking the time to share this, and I sincerely apologize for the experience you had. Arriving to find the dining room without air conditioning especially in this heat and humidity is not the standard we hold ourselves to, and you're right to ask why we didn't reach out to let you know before your reservation. That's on us, and we're addressing it with the team so guests are alerted ahead of time if we're ever facing an issue like this again. We're glad you and your guests were able to make other plans, but we're sorry it came to that, and we're sorry for the discomfort and disruption to your evening. Warmly, Zov's Restaurants
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Gregory Gold
Detroit / Eastern Michigan88 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great combination of excellent food, great service, and great drinks. Service was over the top, constantly asking us if everything was okay. I had the Shrimp kebobs which were cooked and seasoned to perfection. Lamb burger was excellent as well. Highly recommended!
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 9 September 2026
Hello Gregory, Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We're thrilled the food, service, and drinks all came together for a great experience, and that our team kept such attentive care of you throughout the meal. So glad the shrimp kebabs and lamb burger hit the mark we'll be sure to share your kind words with the team. We really appreciate the recommendation and can't wait to welcome you back! Warmly, Zov's Restaurants
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georgia Gold
Denver / Colorado7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Zov’s does a great job, serves good food at a fair price. My only complaint is that their air conditioning is inadequate and it was pretty warm inside.
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 14 September 2026
Hello Georgia, Thank you so much for the kind words about our food and value we really appreciate it! And thank you for flagging the air conditioning; we know that makes a real difference to comfort, especially in this heat, and it's something we're actively working on. We hope to see you again soon, and hope the temperature is much more comfortable on your next visit. Warmly, Zov's Restaurants
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Gary
Orange County1 review
1.0
Dined on 29 August 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
If I knew they haven’t had Air conditioning for over a month, I would have chose a different Restaurant. Uncomfortably warm, won’t go back until it’s working.
Zov's Newport CoastResponded on 30 August 2026
Hello Gary, Thank you for letting us know, and I'm genuinely sorry being uncomfortably warm for an extended stretch is frustrating, and you deserved to know what to expect before choosing us that day. We're doing everything we can to get this resolved, and I completely understand wanting to hold off until it's fixed. We'd love the chance to welcome you back once it is, and show you the comfortable experience we want every guest to have. Warmly, Zov's Restaurants
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Sat, Sun 10:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 760-9687
Website
http://www.zovs.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Zov Karamardian
Catering
Centrally located in the heart of Orange County, Zov's Bistro in Tustin offers exclusive event spaces that are tailored to your banquet celebrations. We offer both on-site and off-site catering services to meet every need and all occasions
Private party facilities
The perfect spaces for your eventWhether you are having an intimate dinner for 5 or up to 100 guests there are spaces designed specifically for your special event. Our catering specialist can help you customize your menu to accommodate an intimate dinner or a stylish celebration. Our Bistro Wine Room, private dining rooms or Fireplace Patio choices epitomize sophistication in design and ambience.

Location
21123 Newport Coast Drive, Newport Coast, CA 92657
Area
Corona del Mar
Cross street
San Joaquin Hills
Parking Details
Open lot in shopping center
Entertainment
Flat screen TV's featuring news and sporting event channels at Bar (no sound).
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Portions at Zov's Newport Coast are described as hearty and satisfying, guests frequently call the portions good and a great value.

Yes, Zov's Newport Coast is regularly recommended for date nights, with guests describing memorable date-night visits, attentive service, and live music that enhances the evening.

Sunday brunch is a guest favorite at Zov's Newport Coast, and for a livelier evening experience many guests enjoy Friday or Saturday nights when live music is featured.

Warm and polished, a family‑run, Mediterranean spot with a modern, sleek dining room and a welcoming covered patio that often features live music on weekends.

Dogs are welcome on the outdoor patio, guests report dining there with their dogs and describe the patio as dog‑friendly.

Yes, Zov’s Newport Coast has a covered outdoor patio where guests dine, enjoy live music, and sit near heaters and a water feature.

Yes, the patio at Zov's Newport Coast regularly welcomes diners with dogs; guests report dining on the patio with their small dogs.

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Zov's Newport Coast

4.6

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Corona del Mar

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2 people

8 Nov 2026

7:00 pm

Booked 7 times today

Zov's Newport Coast

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Zov's Newport Coast

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About this restaurant

Additional information

Offers

Happy Hour

Music and Martinis

Concierge
AI Beta

Menu

Reviews

Loved For

Review summary

Additional information

FAQs

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