Brightwaters

4.8

12 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Great for fine wines
Charming
Great for live music

Scratch kitchen full service restaurant. Full bar and over 250 different varietals of wine. Known for our fresh seafood and signature flatbreads. Daily specials with all fresh ingredients.

We are a comfortable, lounge type setting dining room, with a large patio that is dog friendly. Elevated dining without the tablecloths. Private events and buyouts available. Many events and live music weekends.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Californian
Hours of operation
Wed–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(714) 465-9803
Website
http://brightwaterswinebar.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
Wine DinnersRub ClubBookclubWine tastings

Location
180 5th St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Neighborhood
Huntington Beach
Cross street
Walnut
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 12 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
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

12 Reviews

T
Tracy
VIP
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We have been wanting to try Brightwaters for a long time and finally made it in! We were not disappointed! Anne and her entire staff were amazing. There was a musician playing and it was the perfect noise level where we could still have a conversation. Our waitress was very knowledgeable about the drinks and menu options. There were six of us and everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. I can’t wait to go back and try more items! Great addition to downtown Huntington Beach!
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Greg
VIP
San Diego
25 reviews
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on December 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brightwaters is amazing. Such wonderful ambience, the food is excellent, great selection of wines and cocktails. The whole staff is welcoming and friendly. Juan Carlos and the team are truly awesome.
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Kay
Los Angeles
11 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
The food was out of this world. Some of the best I've eaten at a local Huntington Beach restaurant. I ordered the filet mignon, and it melted in my mouth. The sides were tasty and creative as well. My dining partner had a salad so fresh it tasted like it came straight from the garden. She also ordered the confit duck sandwich. She said the ciabatta bread was deliciously fresh, but cheese was added to the duck, which is already a rich, fatty meat. The cheese with the duck was too much. Next time, we'll order the sandwich without the cheese. The service was exceptional. Prompt, friendly, and efficient. The biggest problem was that the room was extremely cold. We both had to keep coats, mufflers, and hats on the entire time we ate. The manager said that it was as warm as they could make it.
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Allen
Los Angeles
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite places in Huntington Beach! Great food, great people, great location!
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John
VIP
Chicago
89 reviews
4.0
89 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was excellent and the food very good. The atmosphere is lively yet not overwhelming. We had the cauliflower and Brussel sprouts which were good. My wife loved her short rib and polenta dish. The flatbread was just OK. Would like to dine here again and try some different items.
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Joe
VIP
Los Angeles
29 reviews
4.0
29 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very attractive restaurant with good ambiance. Food has some issues but overall good.
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Makayla
VIP
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food and wine selection ! Yummy seasonal food as well
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christine
VIP
San Francisco
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Brightwater is our new go to place. Food is fabulous, ambience with lighting and live music Thurs through Saturday is fantastic.
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Marcus
VIP
Los Angeles
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always good and the service is incredible. Such nice people there.
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Ellen
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We tried a variety of food from the menu and all were outstanding. The pork belly Brussel sprouts were the best. The halibut was cooked to perfection. The mushroom toast and flat bread pizza were delicious and perfectly seasoned. Our server was great and knowledgeable about the wine and everything on the menu. The chocolate cake was the perfect ending to the evening. It was a treat to dine at Brightwaters where everything was beautifully presented and do delicious. We will return soon. Thank you for a great evening.
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FAQs

Brightwaters offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (714) 465-9803.

Brightwaters is rated 4.8 stars by 12 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

180 5th St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Walnut
Neighborhood
Huntington Beach
Hours of operation
Wed–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Brunch Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://brightwaterswinebar.com/
Phone number
(714) 465-9803
Private party facilities
Wine DinnersRub ClubBookclubWine tastings

Brightwaters

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Menu

What 12 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Brightwaters offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Brightwaters restaurant rated?

Is Brightwaters currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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