608 Dahlia

4.8

2060 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Charming
Good for special occasions

Executive Chef Jessica Roy brings her fresh interpretation and style to Garden and Farm-to-Table cuisine right inside the botanical oasis that is Sherman Library and Gardens. Daily pickings from the Gardens and local farms populate the ever changing seasonal menu that highlights the best and most flavorful ingredients of the season. Look for ingredients at their peak, stunning edible blooms and herbs right from the Sherman grounds, and cuisine that is nothing short of inspired and delicious. .

Please note: we are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5.00 per person admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization), who maintain the sweeping panoramic views that our diners get to enjoy! Come for the food and stay for the views (and insta-worthy pics).

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 220-7229
Website
http://608dahlia.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jessica Roy
Catering
608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
Private party facilities
608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.

Location
2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Cross street
MacArthur and PCH
Parking details
Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

Dahlia Fireside Afternoon Tea
$80.81 per person
Feb 20, 2025 - Apr 17, 2025
Join us for a cozy Fireside Afternoon Tea experience on select Thursdays January through April 2025. Afternoon tea is $75 per person; $90 with a Alexandrie brut bubbly pour (not including taxes and gratuity). Menus are fixed and available to view online on our website https://608dahlia.com/afternoon-tea-experiences. Children menus will be available to order a la carte for any guests under 10 years of age.
Valentine's Prix Fixe Dinner Experience
$100.00 per person
Feb 14, 2025 only
Enjoy a curated 4-course prix fixe dinner menu to wow your special Valentine. Enjoy the warm ambiance, live music and delicious cuisine. Our menu can be viewed on our website: www.608dahlia.com/valentines-experience. Prix Fixe cost is $100 per person and does not include beverages, tax, or tip. Children are welcome and may order a la carte from our Littles' Menu. No menu substitutions, please. Please review the menu and note any food allergies when making your reservation or phone our restaurant: 949-220-7229. Please note that there is a $5 fee per person to enter the Gardens, even when dining at the restaurant.

Popular dishes

Small Batch Buttermilk Chive and Gruyère Biscuits$24.00
aged French Gruyère | Maldon salt | orange blossom honey & whipped butter; Please note our biscuits are made to order and one of Chef Jessica Roy's specialties. Suggested Wine Pairing: Stolpman Love You Bunches Rosé or Diver Sparkling Rosé
Heirloom Garden Beets$19.00
whipped herbed goat cheese | seasonal orange | local avocado | picked garden leaves | farmers market radish | aged balsamic reduction
Caramelized Onion Dip$20.00
whipped caramelized onion dip | crispy shallot | fresh garden herbs | house-made potato chips
Chef's Seasonal Soup Creation$13.00

Leafy Greens

Harvest Salad$22.00
baby kale | shaved Brussels sprouts | arugula | local apple | feta cheese | toasted peptitas | crispy quinoa | pomegranate seeds | agradolce vinaigrette
The Dahlia Salad$22.00
mixed greens | strawberries | dates | goat cheese | fresh herbs | toasted sunflower seeds | balsamic reduction | lemon poppy vinaigrette
Cultivar Salad$22.00
shaved romaine | market grapes | Point Reyes blue cheese | crispy quinoa | toasted walnuts | shaved house dried fruit blend | tarragon herb dressing
Garden Salad$21.00
mixed field greens | shaved carrot | heirloom tomato | fresh garden herbs | stone ground mustard vinaigrette
Purple Kale & Brussels Sprouts Caesar$22.00
toasted gremolata | parmesan | St. Andre cheese | house-made Caesar vinaigrette

Central Garden

Pan Seared Salmon$30.00
whipped basil potato | petite vegetables | citrus carrot emulsion | fresh herbs. Suggested Wine Pairing: Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc-Viognier | Firestone Blood Orange Cali Squeeze German Wheat
Jumbo Prawn & Basil Farrotto$34.00
seared jumbo prawn | creamy basil farrotto | petite vegetables. Suggested Wine Pairing: Dutton Estate Sauvignon Blanc
Braised Short Rib$35.00
brown butter sweet potato | petite vegetables | red wine reduction. Suggested Wine Pairing: Rombauer Zinfandel or Rombauer Chardonnay
Wild Mushroom Orecchiette$28.00
wild mushroom truffle cashew cream | roasted herbed Japanese mushrooms | petite fall squash | crispy Sherman Garden herbs. *Add | grilled chicken $10 | salmon $13 | grilled steak $14 | grilled tempeh $9. Suggested Wine Pairing: Willamette Valley Vineyard Pinot Noir
Seasonal Vegetable Quiche$27.00
house-rolled crust | organic leeks | wild mushrooms | Swiss and Gruyère blend | Lilly's Farms cage-free heritage eggs | sweet yellow bell pepper emulsion | mixed garden salad | stone-ground mustard vinaigrette. Suggested Wine Pairing: Ovum White Blend
Soup & Sammi$27.00
open-faced caper-onion-dilly cream salmon salad | smoked salmon | avocado | wild sprouts | toasted multigrain bread | seasonal soup. *Add house-made potato chips $4. Suggested wine pairing: Domaine Philippe Raimbault, Vigeron, France, Sancerre or Firestone 805

Desserts

Suggested Wine Pairings: Bouvet Rosé

Spiced Pumpkin Pie$13.00
cinnamon almond crust | organic spiced pumpkin custard | whipped coconut cream
House-Made Flourless Chocolate Torte$13.00
fresh marinated berries | whipped cream
Apple Tart$14.00
caramelized apple | house-made crust | vanilla bean ice cream
Lavender Crème Brûlée$13.00
fresh marinated berries | whipped berry cream

What 2,060 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Orange County
Best Ambiance
South Orange County
Great for outdoor dining
South Orange County
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

608 Dahlia offers a "beautiful setting" amidst Sherman Gardens, delighting diners with "amazing food" and "attentive service." The "biscuits are a must," often highlighted as "to die for." While some find it "a tad pricey," the "ambiance" and "creative, fresh dishes" make it a "special spot for celebrations."

2,060 Reviews

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Peter
Palm Springs
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was excellent, the Dahlia salad, the special halibut with vegetables, and the amazing buttermilk chive and Gruyere biscuits. Great atmosphere, fantastic service. Highly recommend this restaurant.
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Ann
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
A very delightful and relaxing lunch. The food is excellent, atmosphere is super relaxing. We will eat here again
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Brian
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous experience. Beautiful, serene setting. Excellent service. Food was delicious. Highly recommend!
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Mayra
Dallas
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoyed our brunch at 608 Dahlia. We were celebrating a birthday here, and many special touches made the birthday guy feel even more appreciated. The food is delicious and the atmosphere is unique and lovely.
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Laura
VIP
Orange County
27 reviews
4.0
27 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good meal in a beautiful setting. Service was top notch. My only criticism is that it’s much too noisy inside and outside and it was cold even with the table-side heater. Overhead heaters are needed.
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Laura
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The best menu in beautiful surroundings! We celebrated my birthday in grand style.
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Doreen
Orange County
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is one of my absolutely favorite restaurants. The food is always amazing along with the service.
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Carrie
Toronto
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lunch was an absolute delight! The garden setting was beautiful, with vibrant blooms and a serene atmosphere. The menu featured fresh, locally sourced dishes that were beautifully presented and full of flavor. The attentive staff made the experience even more memorable. A perfect spot for a relaxing meal or special occasion—I can’t wait to return!
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Angelo
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent, high quality farm-to-table food, and great portion sizes. A wonderful restaurant tucked away in the beautiful Sherman Library & Gardens.
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Doreen
Orange County
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always such a wonderful experience amazing food ! ❤️
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FAQs

608 Dahlia is rated 4.8 stars by 2060 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 24 times today

Experiences are available.

2647 East Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92625

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
MacArthur and PCH
Neighborhood
Newport Beach
Hours of operation
Lunch Wed–Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Farm-to-table, Market Cuisine
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking in back lot and lot off PCH. Parking in Sherman Gardens lot is free. We are located within the Sherman Library and Gardens, to which there is a $5 admission fee. Each admission supports the Sherman Gardens (a non-profit organization) which maintains the beautiful surroundings for our restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Jessica Roy
Additional
Banquet, Beer, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://608dahlia.com/
Phone number
(949) 220-7229
Catering
608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is proud to be the exclusive caterer for events booked with Sherman Library and Gardens. Please contact us at events@608dahlia.com for more information on our catering packages and availability.
Private party facilities
608 Dahlia (formerly DBA Cultivar) is able to host private events for up to 150 people. Private events must also meet requirements set by the Sherman Library and Gardens.

608 Dahlia

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Dahlia Fireside Afternoon Tea

Valentine's Prix Fixe Dinner Experience

Specialty Biscuits

Harvest Salad

Garden Salad

Seedlings

Small Batch Buttermilk Chive and Gruyère Biscuits$24.00

Heirloom Garden Beets$19.00

Caramelized Onion Dip$20.00

Chef's Seasonal Soup Creation$13.00

Leafy Greens

Harvest Salad$22.00

The Dahlia Salad$22.00

Cultivar Salad$22.00

Garden Salad$21.00

Purple Kale & Brussels Sprouts Caesar$22.00

Central Garden

Pan Seared Salmon$30.00

Jumbo Prawn & Basil Farrotto$34.00

Braised Short Rib$35.00

Wild Mushroom Orecchiette$28.00

Seasonal Vegetable Quiche$27.00

Soup & Sammi$27.00

Desserts

Spiced Pumpkin Pie$13.00

House-Made Flourless Chocolate Torte$13.00

Apple Tart$14.00

Lavender Crème Brûlée$13.00

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