Gulf Stream
(949) 718-0187
850 Avocado Ave
Newport Beach,
CA
92660
33.606
-117.8754
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The Scene
After a day of shopping, diamond-decked patrons commune on the dirt-floor patio, where big jade umbrellas cover tall wooden tables. At night, heaters and a stone wall fire keep diners warm, but cozy banquettes and a baby grand piano still lure some inside.
The Food
Gulfstream's standard surf-and-turf menu includes kid-friendly fare. Start with tender crab cakes in Pommery mustard sauce, delicately fried for a crisp outside layer. A tangy, generously dressed chopped vegetable salad bursts with garden favorites, hard-boiled egg whites and chopped pecans. Entrees are delicious, though sides are substandard. Try the intensely spicy, blackened sea bass served on a spongy, sesame seed bun, or Grandma Ding's crispy chicken--lightly fried, without the excess grease. For dessert, kids will love the enormous sundae topped with a mountain of whipped cream, candied pecans and an extra side of fudge--extra spoons will be in order too.
User Reviews
Spvaran
October 02, 2008
While vacationing in Newport Beach, my husband and I visited Gulfstream for dinner. We have enjoyed Houstons and Rutherford Grill (all part of the same restaurant family) and assumed we would have a great experience. Unfortuntately our service was very poor. We waited approximately 15 minutes after being seated for a wait person to come to our table. I had to flag down our waitress and ask if someone could take our order. As the meal progressed we were constantly looking for assistance for water, to refill the water to order a drink, etc. A server rushed by our table and placed a glass of wine on our table (we did not order) and ran off. Finally we were able to attract our servers attention and explained we did not order. She said "Oh, that's where that went, it belonged to the table next to us". The food is good. I ordered the Filet Mignon and my husband ordered the Wood Plank Salmon. At the end of the meal we asked the server if she was new her response was "no I am just not feeling well tonight". I can't recommend Gulfstream. If they could improve the service this would be a great place to dine.
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Anonymous
March 24, 2008
Many people agree that it isn't the same since it changed its name from Cowboy. But its a quite the place if you want to people watch. Many consider it the place to be seen, people practically pose when they are there. Generally overrated.
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vishphadnis
March 06, 2008
Great food, Great service! We?ve been coming to this place almost every week for the past 9 years! So have lived thru multiple wait staff, chefs, etc? but the food and service has been consistently great! We'll soon be leaving SoCal and will miss this place very much!
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The Extras:
Got a date? Request a table on the patio--it's more romantic.
Look Good:
Watching your waistline? Ask for sides without the oil.
What to Drink:
Wines by the glass start at $7.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Outdoor Dining
