Mid-priced in Newport Beach?

[Golem]

Future son-in-law flying in to town soon, and we're meeting him in Newport Beach. Can anyone suggest a nice, mid-priced restaurant in Newport Beach? Don't want to break the bank, but can't skimp, either. A quiet place is desirable and a view would be good. Oh, a bar is a must.

[AquaW]

Third the recommendation for Sage. Went to the Eastbluff location yesterday & had their Newport Beach Restaurant Week 3-course menu (unfortunately, tonight's the last night)-- very positive experience overall: creative dishes, perfectly-sized portions, and a good value. The regular menu runs about $30-40 a person (w/o drinks) ~ from the Website, the restaurant on the Coast also offers a tasting menu option that's $30 alone or $40 with wine pairings, which is a relatively good deal.

~AquaW
http://la-oc-foodie.blogspot.com

[johninoc]

Like EricV, I think Sage is good choice. The Newport Coast branch has no view, but has a very nice patio if the weather's decent. They also have a "small plates" option that can help keep the tab down. It has become our go-to place when we have out-of-town guests.

[mrbyll]

Taco Rosa, an upscale branch of Taco Mesa.

[MEalcentric]

http://www.tacorosa.com/

[Golem]

Are there any "upscale" Mexican restaurants in Newport Beach?

[Wonginator]

Taleo Mexican Grill in neighboring Irvine.

http://www.taleomexicangrill.com/

[I got nothin]

Kantina

http://kantina.com/

[EricV]

Sage is a great restaurant and fairly priced for the food quality. There are 2 Sage Restaurants in Newport - one in Eastbluff, the other in Newport Coast (Crystal Cove Shopping Center). No views, but excellent food. And yes, bars in both.

[cdmedici]

How about The Cannery. Mid-priced, historical building, decent food, upstairs bar, view of the water.

I am not sure what "break the bank" means to you, but First Cabin at the Balboa Bay Club would be a more upscale option. It is right on the water as well.