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SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach, Newport Beach, CA

SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach

4.3
4.3
3851 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 66 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Lively
  • Great for happy hour
Located along Pacific Coast Highway, Sol Newport Beach offers stunning waterfront views overlooking Balboa Marina. Savor our taco selections, handcrafted margaritas like our Pineapple Serrano Margarita, and flavorful coastal Mexican dishes such as our Vampiro Taco or Grilled Sweet corn. All accompanied in a warm, lively atmosphere featuring an indoor fire pit and original architecture. Don’t miss our Weekday Happy Hour, Taco & Tequila Tuesday, and Weekend Brunch.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch (11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.), Dinner (Sunday-Thursday) 4:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Friday & Sat 4:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. Happy Hour 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Mon, Wed-Friday in bar and patio Weekend Brunch 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
  • Phone number
    (949) 675-9800
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Bring the flavors of Baja to your next event with SOL catering! Whether it’s a small gathering or a large celebration, we’ve got you covered with Taco Bars, Fajita Bars, Enchilada Bars, and more. Order online or call 1-888-TORTILLA to get started!
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next celebration, meeting, or special event at SOL! With private rooms, patios, and semi-private dining areas, we offer the perfect space for any occasion. Enjoy customizable menus and elevate your experience with our drink packages. Call us at 1-888-TORTILLA for more details. https://solcocina.com/private-events/
  • Private party contact
    Joanna Partida : (562) 346-1267
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Cross street
    PCH and Bayside Dr.
  • Parking details
    We offer both self parking adjacent to the restaurant and complimentary valet parking as you arrive.
  • Entertainment
    We offer live music every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 10:30 pm, Saturday night from 8:00 to 11:00 pm, and Sunday Brunch from Noon to 3:00 pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,851 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Orange County

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • South Orange County

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
SOL Mexican Cocina in Newport Beach offers a "great view" of the marina, complemented by "delicious food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "unique calamari" and "shrimp taquitos." The atmosphere is "fun and festive," making it a "wonderful place to celebrate." Reservations are recommended due to popularity.

3,851 Reviews
  1. CAM33

    Orange County10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great margaritas & patio view. Service was very attentive

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  2. Mike VIP

    Orange County25 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I’m so sad. No idea what happened, but Sunday Brunch was always great here. It was dead. Our (both dishes) eggs were cooked way too much. Rock solid yoke. Says over easy on menu in the description. My wife ordered an Arnold Palmer light lemon aid and the refill was all lemonade, so we ordered an iced tea to balance it out and we were charged for it. Seemed odd. The chips are different now, cheaper grocery store style. Lastly, the bacon they were famous for went from 3 thick delicious pieces down to one thin over cooked piece. We left hungry and dissappointed. Staff was super friendly.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible experience. Great food and atmosphere!

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  4. Jonathan VIP

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall it was great to come here for lunch on the weekend!

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  5. Cheryl

    Orange County2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful place to dine but as expected, noise level was fairly high on a Friday night. We’ve dined there several times during the week where it’s much quieter. Still a fun evening.
    SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport BeachResponded 6 days ago
    Hey Cheryl, Thank you for your continued support and for taking the time to leave us this wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach. We understand that noise levels can sometimes be a bit high, especially on busy nights. We appreciate your understanding and patience. We're glad to know that despite the noise, you still had a fun evening. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time trying out the establishment, and we must say that we will definitely be back for a second round. The drinks were excellent. The food was excellent and service was on point , and not to mention the view of the dock and the boats sitting at the Newport area All in all it was a great night and we will definitely be back. 

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  7. Colleen

    Orange County6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We decided to try restaurant week, the menu was plentiful, 3 courses a lot of food, we all went home with a lot of leftovers. I would return to this restaurant
    SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport BeachResponded 6 days ago
    Hey Colleen, Thank you for choosing SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach during restaurant week and for taking the time to leave us this amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our variety of dishes and found the portions to be generous. We always aim to provide an memorable dining experience, and we're glad that we hit the mark for you. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable meal. Best, The Management Team

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great view of the water. Staff was super friendly and funny! Food was delicious, I recommend the table side guacamole.

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  9. Joanne VIP

    Las Vegas62 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Sadly, the food was disgusting it’s usually awesome, chef was off today. I brought a friend for the first time and she hated it. We both ordered the beet and watermelon salad I ordered it with chicken and it was I dry I couldn’t eat it, my friend ordered it with a tofu substitute she said was disgusting. Both our salads were made with old, dry , tasteless watermelon and they were out of beets so there was nothing good in either of our salads. I let them know and they comped mine but not hers. We both didn’t eat our meals. They tried to make it up to us by offering a free dessert but we just wanted a delicious meal. I was grateful for the offer and opted for the bday chips which would have been comped anyway; they should have comped both meals. The salad was inedible. …. Do better The Granada Guacamole was delicious as usual! Sadly my friend won’t come back but I am a frequent guest and know this had to be a bad day so I will return.
    SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport BeachResponded 6 days ago
    Hey Joanne, We're really sorry to hear about your experience at SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach. We pride ourselves on our food quality, and it's disappointing to hear that we didn't meet your expectations this time. We appreciate your kind words about our Bday chips and guacamole, and we're glad you're a frequent guest. We're taking your feedback to heart and will strive to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you. Best, The Management Team

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Mina

    Orange County6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great server Juan. I ordered the breakfast burrito and found that it was just OK. The odd thing was that.They put beans in the burrito and couldn’t taste the eggs at all. The beans overpowered the burrito and the same beans weee on the side. My husband had the steak and eggs which was also just ok. Overall the food was too salty. There are other restaurants I would like to try in the future. Not sure if I will be back.
    SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport BeachResponded on March 6, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Mina! We apologize if the taste test didn't go as expected. We're always working on improving our dishes and your feedback is invaluable in this process. We're sorry to hear that our food didn't meet your expectations on this occasion. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. -Sol Management

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FAQs

SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 675-9800.

SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach is rated 4.3 stars by 3851 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 66 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for SOL Mexican Cocina - Newport Beach

251 Pacific Coast HWY, Newport Beach, CA 92660

Additional information

  • Cross street
    PCH and Bayside Dr.
  • Neighborhood
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch (11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.), Dinner (Sunday-Thursday) 4:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. Friday & Sat 4:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. Happy Hour 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Mon, Wed-Friday in bar and patio Weekend Brunch 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday & Sunday
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer both self parking adjacent to the restaurant and complimentary valet parking as you arrive.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We offer live music every Tuesday night from 6:30 to 10:30 pm, Saturday night from 8:00 to 11:00 pm, and Sunday Brunch from Noon to 3:00 pm.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (949) 675-9800
  • Catering
    Bring the flavors of Baja to your next event with SOL catering! Whether it’s a small gathering or a large celebration, we’ve got you covered with Taco Bars, Fajita Bars, Enchilada Bars, and more. Order online or call 1-888-TORTILLA to get started!
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next celebration, meeting, or special event at SOL! With private rooms, patios, and semi-private dining areas, we offer the perfect space for any occasion. Enjoy customizable menus and elevate your experience with our drink packages. Call us at 1-888-TORTILLA for more details. https://solcocina.com/private-events/
  • Private party contact
    Joanna Partida : (562) 346-1267
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