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Eat. Drink. Win. All September Long!


The first-ever Newport Beach Restaurant Month begins today and September is going to be filled with delicious deals and all the ways to win! If you haven’t signed up for your Dine Pass yet, get it now! With your Dine Pass, you can check-in to participating restaurants to redeem exclusive offers and special menu items on al fresco dining or take-out. Each check-in is an entry into daily foodie giveaways and weekly grand prize getaways – the more you check-in, the more opportunities to win! Check out some of these mouthwatering deals during Newport Beach Restaurant Month and be sure to share with us on Instagram @dinenewportbeach!

Sugar ‘n Spice

Summer temps usually peak in September and what better way to cool off than with an iconic frozen banana? FIVE frozen bananas! During Newport Beach Restaurant Month, Sugar ‘n Spice will be offering a frozen banana flight with two options: The Classics and The Dark Side. Choose wisely!

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

Feeling saucy? Check-in to Bosscat Kitchen & Libations and receive a free whiskey flight with your meal. The flight includes 3 pours of Old Grand Dad, Wild Turkey 80 and Old Forester Bourbon. Cheers!

Gracias Madre

Offering some of the freshest, authentic Mexican vegan cuisine in town, Gracias Madre is offering a free appetizer or dessert during Newport Beach Restaurant Month. You can’t go wrong with the Guacamole and Chips, but if you’re feeling adventurous, try the refreshing Coconut Ceviche made with roasted coconut, mango, banana pepper, jicama, cucumber, coconut milk and fennel!

Hopdoddy Burger Bar

Looking for a “hop” deal? Check-in to Hopdoddy at Fashion Island and get a Share the Love Burger with Fries for $5 – WHAT A DEAL! Sweeten the deal further by adding a chocolate milkshake to your meal.

Mama’s Comfort Food & Cocktails

With their extensive menu to please the entire family, Mama’s Comfort Food & Cocktails is offering buy one, get one free entrees during Newport Beach Restaurant Month. So, while the little ones are munching on the Old-Fashioned Grilled Cheese, it’s the Mama’s Lobsta Roll for the adults!

Sushi Ii

Newport Beach newcomer, Sushi Ii, has already made a splash and is claimed to be one of the best sushi restaurants in Orange County! “Sea” for yourself and check-in to receive a complimentary glass of wine during Newport Beach Restaurant Month.

Weekly Grand Prizes!

Week One!

  • Two Night Stay at Lido House Hotel!
  • Restaurant Gift Card to Fable & Spirit
  • Whale Watching Adventure with Newport Whales
  • $50 Nordstrom Gift Card
  • Stand Up Paddle Boarding with Pirate Coast Paddle
  • Two Hour Boat Rental with Riva De Balboa
  • Two Hour Private Tiki Cruise with Cruisin’ Tikis

Week Two!

  • Two Night Stay in a Three Bedroom Villa at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach!
  • Gift Card to True Food Kitchen
  • $50 Nordstrom Gift Card at Fashion Island
  • Private Electric Bicycle Tour of Balboa Peninsula with Cecil Cyclery
  • Whale Watching Adventure with Newport Whales
  • Two Hour Boat Rental with Riva De Balboa

Week Three!

  • Two Night Stay in a One Bedroom Suite at Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa
  • Gift Card to Hopdoddy Burger Bar
  • Two-Hour Stand-Up Paddle Boarding with Pirate Coast Paddle
  • Whale Watching Adventure with Newport Whales
  • $50 Nordstrom Fashion Island Gift Card
  • Two Hour Boat Rental with Riva De Balboa

Week Four!

  • One Night Stay at The Resort at Pelican Hill’s Luxurious Bungalow with Breakfast for Two
  • Gift Card to Five Crowns
  • Whale Watching Adventure with Newport Whales
  • $50 Nordstrom Fashion Island Gift Card
  • Two Hour Boat Rental with Riva De Balboa
  • 1 Hour Private Sunset Cruise with Baywatch Boating

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