CDM Restaurant

4.7

1487 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 49 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

CdM Restaurant is inspired to create an environment that is visually creative and art driven while providing high quality, chef driven cuisine. Hollywood producer McG, partnered with restauranteur Jordan Otterbein, have found success in building the iconic A Restaurant in Newport Beach and are thrilled to bring this new concept to Corona Del Mar. We strive for an establishment that is deeply rooted in the community where all can come to enjoy. CDM has creative American cuisine inspired by Executive Chef Elvis Morales.
Under CDM; is a speakeasy experience taking place right below us. There is no password or reservations required. Our talented mixologists excited to take you on a journey to sipping the perfect cocktail.
Phone Reservations Only. We look forward to your call!

Our bar stays open after dinner service so stop in for a night cap.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Seafood, Speakeasy
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 990-4823
Website
http://cdmrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Elvis Morales
Private party facilities
CdM Restaurant has a Speakeasy downstairs cleverly worded as "UnderCDM". Perfect for birthdays, business events or just celebrating coming together.For more information please reach out to our Private Party Manager, Madison Harris.madison@arestaurantnb.comWe look forward to hosting your next private event!

Location
2325 E Coast Hwy, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
Neighborhood
Corona del Mar
Cross street
PCH and McArthur
Parking details
Valet lot located behind restaurant
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Wine Wednesdays - 1/2 Off Wine at CDM
Multiple dates available
Wed - 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Join us at CDM on Wednesdays for 1/2 off wine by the bottle and by the glasses all night long!
Sunset Sips
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us every Monday-Friday from 4:30-6:00pm for our "Sunset Sips" happy hour! Enjoy half off all Wines by the Glass, $4 off all spirits and specialty cocktails, and discounted prices of some of our favorite bites!

Popular dishes

Meat & Cheese Board$38.00
truffle salame | sopressata | prosciutto san daniele | barely buzzed (cow); hook's 10 year cheddar | crottin de champcol (goat) | pimento cheese, condiments and bread
Duck Liver Pate$16.00
huckleberry gelee | mustard | grilled rustic bread
Parker House Rolls$12.00
beurre de baratte | fleur de sel

Starters

Garlic Hummus$16.00
chickpeas | yuzu | tahini | peanut salsa macha | fresh herbs | piri piri chips
Tomato Basil Soup$16.00
micro basil | grilled bread
Antipasto Salad$19.00
lettuce | fennel salame | sweety peps | artichoke hearts | persian cucumbers | garbanzo | giardiniera | truffle pecorino | red wine vinaigrette
Baby Spinach Salad$17.00
crispy bacon | red onion | hard-boiled egg | local strawberry | blue cheese | warm bacon dressing
Grilled Caesar Salad$17.00
hearts of palm | cherry tomatoes | crispy capers | parmesan lemon croutons
BBQ Heirloom Carrots$15.00
pecan butter | dill | herb dressing
Spicy Yellowfin Tuna$17.00
tempura eggplant | sriracha aioli | wasabi tobiko | sweet soy | chives
Charred Octopus$22.00
chorizo picante | roasted potatoes | confit tomato | aji amarillo sauce | red onions
1855 Steak Tartare$22.00
mustard | grilled bread | fried egg | creamy horseradish

Flour + Water

Dirty Pasta$29.00
rigatoni | ground duck | sage | aromatics | ricotta salata
Cacio e Pepe$22.00
romano | black pepper | lemon zest | parsley
Lobster Ravioli$32.00
ricotta | lobster sauce | chili oil | roasted cherry tomato | crispy sunchokes | sorrel
Cioppino$42.00
linguine | sea bass | salmon | scallops | mussels | clams | New Zealand prawn
CDM Standard Pizza$24.00
fennel sausage | tomato | scallion | sweet garlic | mozzarella
CDM Spicy Pizza$24.00
nduja | crushed tomato | rainbow swiss chard | mozzarella | stracchino | pine nuts
CDM Fancy Pizza$25.00
calabrese salame | creamy pesto | smoked mozzarella | mixed mushrooms | habanero honey
Chicken Pot Pie Calzone$28.00
Fri & Sat Only. Potato | peas | carrots | onion

Larger

Grilled Salmon$40.00
rancho gordo beans | haricot verts | confit tomato | passionfruit coulis
Red Snapper$45.00
jamaican jerk | roasted potatoes | leek | red bell pepper + goat cheese sauce
Burger$28.00
niman ground chuck | blue cheese | maple bacon | caramelized onion | arugula | secret sauce | hand cut fries
Chicken Piccata$33.00
lemon + caper butter | cherry tomato + shallot salad | potato puree | basil
Braised Short Rib$40.00
mushrooms | cipollini onions | baby turnips | mafaldine | crispy parmesan
1855 Filet Mignon$60.00
spinach gnocchi | chanterelle mushrooms | peppercorn brandy sauce
Akaushi Skirt Steak$49.00
fingerling potatoes | charred broccolini | sweet garlic | ranchero
Boneless Ribeye$68.00
16oz | roasted garlic | herb butter | bacon & serrano mac 'n' cheese
Japanese A5 Miyazaki Beef
Only served rare. Some of the highest quality beef in the world | extremely high marbling
- 2oz$50.00
- 4oz$100.00
- 6oz$150.00

Shareable Sides

Roasted Brussel Sprouts$12.00
Charred Broccolini$12.00
Sauteed Asparagus$12.00
Roasted Mushrooms$12.00
Corn Esquites$12.00
Spinach Gnocchi$12.00
Potato Puree$12.00
Bacon & Serrano Mac n Cheese$15.00

What 1,487 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

CDM Restaurant in Corona del Mar stands out for its "wonderful food and service" and "welcoming environment." A favorite for locals, it offers "delicious seasonal cocktails" and a vibrant ambiance. Ideal for special occasions, CDM impresses with personalized touches and "thoughtful service." It's a must-visit for a memorable dining experience.

1,487 Reviews

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David
Los Angeles
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 1
Excellent and attentive service. Outdoor seating was great. However, the noise level was unacceptable. There was a large party sitting next to us which made our dining experience very poor. Moreover, there were smokers (restaurant patrons) on the sidewalk so we could smell smoke in our seating area. The restaurant was packed so we did not request to be moved. We were seated so close to the large party and did not want to spoil their evening. We did not want to put our wait staff in the awkward position to ask the party to be more considerate to the rest of us sitting next to them so we quickly finished our meal and left. We had high hopes for this restaurant but were ultimately disappointed with our experience.
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Andree
VIP
Los Angeles
16 reviews
4.0
16 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Atmosphere was good. Bartender was also our server but give him a lot of credit for staying attentive. Food was good but not exceptional and the main course took a LONG time to come out. I would definitely have the Avocado hummus again even though it’s a bit pricey for the amount of hummus they give you. I will NOT try the chopped salad again. Very basic and lacking in flavor depth again, especially for the price. My husband enjoyed the ribs and the corn that came on the side was delicious.
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Kit
VIP
Orange County
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful!! In every way! Sergio was fun, food was great, and the hostess could not have been sweeter!
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NayNay
Orange County
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I fell in love with CDM restaurant. The vibe is so sexy. I love the plush seating at every table inside. The service was fabulous. The food was so good and the cocktails were divine. I told my girlfriends that it's rare that a restaurant's ambiance lives up to the pictures, but CDM did just that. I can't wait to go back!
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Karen
New York City
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Not the same experience sitting outside. Brussels sprouts came out at end of dinner.
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Bruno
Central Coast
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A perfect place for a date night. I would recommend sitting inside.
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David
VIP
Orange County
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Every time we have been to CDM or Under CDM it has been a great experience. Great food and cocktails. The chicken piccata is amazing and the spicy tuna appetizer is great. Never been disappointed. Service was on point, just a great experience!
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Kay
VIP
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time! Mia made sure we had everything we wanted! Highly recommend this place!
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Terri
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant in every category. I would highly recommend for any occasion!
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Michelle
Orange County
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We decided on CDM Restaurant to celebrate a birthday. I must say they did a nice job at the start with a personalized menu for the birthday person. The food and service was very good, or waitress Emma made the evening special. They gave a birthday card to the person we were celebrating.
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FAQs

CDM Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 990-4823.

CDM Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1487 OpenTable diners.

CDM Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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 49 times today