Verde Restaurant

Verde in Newport Beach? Absolute amazing!! Chef Paula is a genius in the kitchen. Every dish was perfectly executed, balanced, and straight up bursting with flavor. You can taste the skill and creativity in every bite.Here's what we feasted on:- Hanger steak - juicy, tender, chef's kiss- Catch of the day (Cod) - fresh af, perfectly cooked- Salmon - cooked to perfection with a crispy skin and incredible seasoning- Seafood stew - loaded with flavor and seafood in every bite- Half chicken - crispy skin, juicy inside- Salmon & Hamachi Crudo - so fresh, so clean- Roasted pickled carrots - unexpected star of the nightPulled up on a Wednesday night, and the place was packed, very lively but still cozy. And shoutout to Miranda for the top notch service! Even with the crowd, she made sure we were taken care of.Thanks Chef Paula and team for a great night! Our bellies are happy!

Nice try BUT. Here is my review. Food was disappointing I was expecting so much more. We ordered two entrées. The hamburger for $25.00 looked really delicious in the photos. First the bun was burned black on top not toasted burned. The burger was a smash type burger and cooked well which was fine but had broken in half during preparation and held together with the cheese after starting to eat 1/2 the meat fell out of the burger onto the plate. There were too many sautéed onions and the bun got gooey. The fries were the worst I have had in a long time seemed to have used frozen fries some were clumped together is a mass. I asked the waitress if they made the fries on site and she said no so the frozen type seemed possible, definitely not good. The 1/2 chicken, $37.00 was very small portion a very small chicken used and the chicken was dry, another disappointment.They have an automatic door up front which was quite irritating as you can not close it behind you until it decides to close which means cold air was rushing into the restaurant making it uncomfortably cold when the door was open. The decor was okay but sparse and so it was very noisy inside to the point it was hard to carry on a conversation. Too costly for what was provided by about $10.00 per entree, would not go back.Food: 3/5 | Service: 3/5 | Atmosphere: 3/5

The food was amazing! One of the better restaurants in OC right now- we had the carrot, crudo & trout dip app. AMAZING! We got pastas for our main, which were also outstanding. Our cocktails were some of the more balanced and interesting drinks we have had in a while. The food really could not get any better.Unfortunately, service is mediocre. It took five minutes from sitting down to get water and another 10 to get our cocktails. Apps came out before our drinks. Food on table and dirty dishes were not cleared. When our entrees came out, we had to forks to eat it with! If this place had great service, it would undoubtedly be a 10/10.

Verde was excellent... many of the staff came from Mozza and the chef trained under Nancy Silverton. I had the salmon prepared as their daily catch...DELISH!!

I think this place is still working out the kinks, but has a lot of potential. Service was a bit hit or miss. The menu is interesting and the food was promising but in many cases needed a little extra seasoning. The onion dip was a lot of fun but needed more chips, our waiter did offer some. My salmon was cooked well but could have used a pinch of salt to liven it up. The same was true of the mushroom starter. This location is easy to get to with lots of parking. The cocktails and menu items are very creative. It's definitely worth checking out, especially as they mature.

I've come here for lunch and dinner. Cocktails are fantastic. Really enjoyed the carrot cocktail. It was more pineapple forward than carrot forward. Our party shared a wealth of dishes, including the steak tartare, onion dip, catch of the day, hanger steak, duck salad and tagliatelle. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend any of the dishes but found the fish to be particular good and well cooked. Service was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant has a really nice, lively and casual vibe. Wouldn't hesitate to come back. We checked the bar out downstairs and it has a great vibe too!

Verde is absolutely amazing! From start to finish, the service was top-notch--attentive, friendly, and genuinely accommodating. As a very picky customer, I was so impressed with how they handled my requests with ease and kindness.The food was outstanding! The vegetables were incredibly fresh and crisp, and the salmon was cooked to absolute perfection--flaky, flavorful, and just the right texture. They even brought out extra hot sauce for me, which was such a thoughtful touch. And the dressing? So good that next time, I'll be getting it tossed in for even more flavor.The ambiance is young, hip, and in a great location--definitely a cool spot to hang out and enjoy an amazing meal. The menu has so many great options that I'm already planning my next visit to try their curry and other appetizers.Wow--loved everything about this place! Highly recommend!

Verde consists of two parts, a bright and open restaurant on the top level and a cozy, lavish bar downstairs. The downstairs bar also serves some food, and the upstairs restaurant also has a bar. My friend and I dined at the restaurant this time but I'll definitely be back to hang out in the bar. Service was top notch. We were always attended to and although they give you a jug of water for the table, I never had an empty glass as they continually came to pour it for us.The menu is seasonal, made with ingredients from local providers so you know everything is top quality. So many things sounded good that I want to try it all, but my friend and I split 3 appetizers, one salad, one main and one dessert. We truly enjoyed every dish. The onion spread was so unique that I recommend giving it a try. I'm a huge steak tartare fan and theirs was absolutely delicious. And another standout was the duck salad. It was so light and fresh and it's not often you see the addition of duck. We rounded out the meal with the wild mushrooms and the hanger steak, both perfectly cooked. Don't forget about their cocktails which are unique and expertly crafted. Lip Service was nice and cozy with the addition of spiced pear. My friend enjoyed her two mocktails as well. I look forward to returning!

Saw this new restaurant Verde when I walked by (it's close to my house) so I thought I would stop by with a friend and try it out. Glad I did. Amazing food and service. Started with a few cocktails. I got the Overnight Celebrity and my friend got the Lip Service. She said it was amazing. Loved my drink as well. Super balanced and on the fruity side but not sweet. They said they jigger everything so the measurements are always exact. We then shared two appetizers: Steak Tartar: This was the star of the show tonight. Super fresh and tasty. Generous portion too. Also got the Onion Dip with chips. This was a superb dip. Never had anything like this. Didn't taste "oniony" if you know what I mean. The dip was so good I asked for another bowl of chips! We then split the Market Salad. Very delicious salad. Big too! Big enough for us to share. Fresh greens and veggies. Loved the feta on top. Highly recommend this salad. For the entrees we go the burger. SUPER JUICY AND JUST THE RIGHT SIZE. Not too big where you're eating so much burger you feel gross afterwards. This was just perfect. Juicy, fresh, and delicious. We opted for a side of aioli to go with the fries. We also shared the Tagliatelle pasta. Homemade pasta very fresh and light. Great texture and flavor. Ended the night with coffees and desserts. They have two dessert options. We got both! Chocolate cake and the Frozen custard with pistachio and kumquats. Both were excellent. Not overly sweet or rich. Service was perfect. Never had to ask for anything. Servers and bussers all worked well together and brought out food and drinks in a timely manner. Very professional and hospitable staff. Also super spacious and clean restaurant. Lots of open lighting and windows. We have to check out the bar downstairs next time. Overall a very good dining experience. Glad I saw this while walking my dogs and we definitely enjoyed the dinner. Highly recommend this spot!

Do you crave great service? This is your spot? Casual, inviting with crazy good service! Ask for Alexander and Dylan to serve you. We ordered the onion spread ad an appetizer with homemade chips it was crispy and delicious and not to oniony.We ordered the butter lettuce salad- which was delicious. The finely chopped ingredients were especially delicious! Followed by the incredible pasta dish, Girella, savory ricotta and vegetables was DevineThey were very accommodating and gracious 5 plus stores!