Explore The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove menu featuring fresh seafood, American and Californian dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy oceanfront dining with specialties like mahi mahi tacos, crab-stuffed salmon, and delicate beignets in Newport Coast, CA.
The Beachcomber at Crystal Cove offers a truly exquisite dining experience set against the stunning backdrop of Newport Coast’s coastline. Their menu expertly blends fresh, local seafood with classic American and Californian flavors, ensuring every dish celebrates the ocean’s bounty.
Start your day with their signature Beachcomber Beignets, fluffy and dusted with powdered sugar, perfectly paired with coffee. Breakfast crepes bursting with fresh fruits and creamy mascarpone are another highlight. For lunch, standout choices like Mahi Mahi Tacos and crispy Alaskan Cod Fish & Chips bring vibrant, bold flavors to the table. Dinner dazzles with refined plates such as Blue Crab Stuffed Salmon and the Sesame & Chili Crusted Yellowfin Tuna, each accompanied by thoughtfully crafted sides like potato purée and seasonal vegetables.
The seamless blend of fresh ingredients, attentive service, and oceanfront ambiance makes The Beachcomber a captivating spot to savor California’s coastal cuisine.
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A Basket of these Puffy Treats Goes Great with our Coffee!Syrup * Powdered Sugar * Whipped Cream
Strawberry Crepes filled with Bananas, Mangos, Strawberries, Chantilly Cream and Mascarpone Cheese.Finished with Powdered Sugar * Whipped Cream
Poached Organic Egg * Avocado * Radish * Arugula * Parmesan CheeseBalsamic Reduction * Country French Bread
Turkey Chorizo Hash * Crispy Corn Tortillas * Two Poached Organic EggsPico de Gallo * Green Salsa * Sour Cream * Queso Fresco * Avocado
Soufflé Style Baked Challah * Dulce de Leche * Chantilly Cream * Candied PecansFresh Strawberry and Bananas * Powdered Sugar * Whipped Cream * Maple Syrup
A Beachcomber Favorite – Lemon Zest Coconut Pancakes with Macadamia Nuts baked right inServed with warm Coconut Syrup
Bellwether Farms Ricotta Mousse * Lemon Zest PancakesWarm Blueberry Chutney * Powdered Sugar
Two Organic Eggs * Yukon Gold Potatoes * Savory Corned Beef * Peperonata * Poblano PeppersCaramelized Onions * Served with choice of Artisan Bread
A Beachcomber Favorite. A “South of the Border” Flank Steak Braised in Guajillo Sauce * Corn TortillasCotija & Cheddar Cheeses * Sour Cream * Avocado Purée * Diced Tomato and Green OnionsTopped with a Sunny Side Up Egg
Two Organic Eggs any style * Country Chipotle Gravy * Buttermilk Fried ChickenHomemade Biscuit * Cherry Tomato Arugula Salad
Two Poached Organic Eggs * Polenta * Spinach * Parmesan Cheese * Cherry Tomatoes * Grilled Corn RelishGreen Onions * Red Bell Peppers * Served With Choice of Artisan Bread
Mahi Mahi * Guacamole * Pico de Gallo * Cilantro Crema * CabbagePickled Onions * Achiote * Flour Tortillas * Lime * Cole Slaw
Pacific Shrimp * Warm Flour Tortillas * Cabbage * Cotija CheeseChipotle Aioli * Guacamole * Mixed Green Salad * Lime Vinaigrette
A Beachcomber Favorite - Beer Battered Alaskan Cod * Fries * Housemade Tartar Sauce
Grilled Atlantic Salmon * Wild Rice Salad * Pea Shoots Sprouts
Diced Maine Lobster Tarragon Salad * Avocado * Tomato * BaconLettuce * Mango Aioli * Toasted Brioche Bread * Fries
White Albacore Tuna * Herb Aioli * Diced Red Onions * Artisan SourdoughWhite Cheddar Cheese * Cup of Tomato Bisque with Bleu Cheese
Pastrami * French Roll * Russian Dressing * Havarti Cheese * Sauerkraut * Fries
Chicken Breast * Pepper Jack Cheese * Honey Mustard Slaw * Sliced PicklesTomato * Avocado * Bacon * Caramelized Bun * Fries
Sautéed Pacific Jumbo Shrimp * Torchio Pasta * Roasted Tomato Basil SauceFresh Basil * Mascarpone Cheese Mousse
Fresh Zucchini “Pasta” * Roasted Tomato Basil SauceSeasonal Vegetables * Feta Cheese
Half-Pound of American Kobe Beef * Bacon * Lettuce * Tomato * OnionSun-Dried Tomato Aioli * Choice of Cheese * Caramelized Bun * Fries
Vegan Patty * Vegenasie Mayo * Vegan American Cheese * LettuceTomatoes * Red Onion * Pickle * Gluten Free Bun * Mixed Green SaladWe offer Gluten Free Bread & Pasta Options
Potato Puree * Shitake Mushroom & Haricot Vert * Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc
Wasabi Beurre Blanc * Potato Puree * Asparagus * Watercress
Shrimp * Scallops * Mahi Mahi * Calamari * Zucchini * Bucatini PastaWhite Wine Tomato Broth * Fresh Basil Chiffonade * Baguette
Roasted Bell Pepper Beurre Blanc * Nishiki Rice * Broccolini
Forbidden Rice * Asparagus * Bacon * Passion Beurre Blanc
Maine Lobster Tail * Creamy Lobster Sauce * Cherry Tomatoes * Basil Chiffonade
Clams * Squid Ink Pasta * Peas * Asparagus * Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Port Wine Reduction * Twice Baked Yukon Gold Potato * Asparagus
Moroccan Couscous * Peperonata Sauce * Gremolata
A Beachcomber Favorite. Beef Short Ribs * Red Wine Sauce * Walnut Gorgonzola Ravioli * Wild Mushrooms
Purslane Tomatillo Stew * White Beans * Roasted Corn Relish
Organic Roasted Chicken * Fingerling Potatoes * Haricot Vert * Creamy Mediterranean Sauce
Fresh Zucchini “Pasta” * Roasted Tomato Basil Sauce * Olive Tapenade * Seasonal Vegetables * Feta Cheese
Excellent food! Wonderful ambiance, fresh seafood! Our young daughters thoroughly enjoyed their lunches and the mini-smores dessert was a hit! Pineapple cake and benignets were amazing too!!
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