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Hook & Anchor, Costa Mesa, CA

Hook & Anchor

4.5 (148)
$30 and under
Seafood
1773 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Chef Wayne's full-service seafood restaurant, Hook & Anchor, has come to fruition after six successful years in the fast/casual sector. Using the freshest ingredients and fresh wild-caught fish has made himself a name in the Newport Beach (and surrounding areas). Hook & Anchor has been awarded Yelp's #1 Lobster Roll in California and the 5th best seafood restaurant in the United States.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Wayne Magnusen
  • Catering
    Off-site catering for private parties and events.
  • Private party facilities
    Hook & Anchor is available for partial or full buy-outs.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Cross street
    Between 18th & 17th Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Short walk
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 148 people are saying

Hook & Anchor reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hook & Anchor offers a delightful seafood experience with standout dishes like the "lobster roll" and "clam chowder," praised for being "to die for" and "like no other." The service is frequently described as "attentive" and "friendly," with a "casual atmosphere." A must-visit for seafood lovers!
148 Reviews
  1. Verne VIP

    Cancun37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had read Hook and Anchor was one of the top seafood restaurants in the United States and it didn't disappoint. We had a nice booth and the noise level was perfect for conversation. The Halibut was maybe the best I have ever had. Jennie our server was super knowledgeable and on it. We will be back

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  2. Nozomi VIP

    Hawaii8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service! We loved Kama Wings and of course the lobster rolls!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was good. I had to bring my pets and they were super accommodating. Even tho we were on the patio, they had heat lamps. The show of the night was the lobster roll, that was so tantalizing and rich with flavors.

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  4. Doug VIP

    Orange County8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The lobster roll is to die for. We had oysters and they were super delicious. The wife said her cioppino was one of the best she's had. Watch the MP dishes they were a little on the high side. Martini was great and they have a pretty good wine selection too. Kind of a country bohemian vibe inside. We will definitely be going back.

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  5. Patrick

    Orange County1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    very tasty food especially the lobster roll and the scallops.

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  6. Michael

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    H&N is my family’s go-to seafood restaurant. Lobster rolls better than going to Kennebunkport or Boston and for a great price! The food is the frills. Great drinks! Amazing value for the amount of food. Great service that makes you feel welcome and appreciated as a diner. We have been here for date nights, family get together, birthdays, and a Tuesday night dinner. Take out will satisfy your craving, but like all takeout, it’s not as great as dining at the restaurant.

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  7. Michael

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoy very much our lunch, highly recommended the lobster roll and the clam chowder soup! Also the crabby party sandwich was good! The server was very nice and very friendly, helpful with the answers to our questions since it was our first time eating here! We’re for sure coming back!

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  8. Theresa VIP

    Orange County44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, cooked and served right off the grill. I had the lobster bisque soup and their Newport seafood salad.

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  9. Stephen

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The food and service were excellent! Our group of 4 all ordered a different main dish and each was delicious. Nothing is worse than having to search for your server and not being able to find him or her. This was NOT the case at Hook and Anchor. Sam and the runners provided attentive and timely service. I highly recommend making a reservation since the restaurant can be busy. All in all, everything was perfect for our visit.

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  10. Nora

    Vancouver1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good quality food, in a casual environment , with fast and friendly service.

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FAQs

Hook & Anchor offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 423-7169.

Hook & Anchor is rated 4.5 stars by 148 OpenTable diners.

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

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1773 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Between 18th & 17th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Costa Mesa
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Short walk
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Wayne Magnusen
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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