509863 Tue Apr 15 20:49:10 -0700 2008 2 2 Los Angeles Area 0 3598541 Tradition by Pascal is really an excellent traditional French restaurant in Newport Beach. Although located in a strip mall, the dining room is very quiet, pleasant and beautifully adorned with fresh roses; the service is very professional; and the food is very well executed contemporary, but yet traditional French cuisine. we went there this evening to celebrate an anniversary and were very well pleased. This is a first class place and highly recommended. The Zagat recommendation of 27 for food is spot on! Tue Apr 15 20:49:10 -0700 2008 171170 josephnl 1 3598809 Just be sure Pascal is in the house before you visit! Totally different when he's not there... Tue Apr 15 23:32:59 -0700 2008 3598541 10392 torta basilica 2 3599768 We did not see him last night and had a wonderful dinner. He may have been hiding out in the kitchen, but I doubt it...and it was terrific anyway! Wed Apr 16 09:01:31 -0700 2008 3598809 171170 josephnl