59th & Lex
Fashion Island, Newport Beach
Restaurant in Newport Beach, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Dress
Casual
Why go
59th & Lex is worth considering for a casual daytime meal in Newport Beach when convenience matters more than a big dining occasion. It is better for lunch or an afternoon stop than a special dinner; for a more polished night out, compare it with SET Steak & Sushi, Ocean 48, or Viamara at The Elwood Club.
About 59th & Lex
59th & Lex is a casual venue in Newport Beach with daytime and early-evening hours. It opens at 11 AM daily, closes at 6 PM Monday through Saturday, and closes at 5 PM on Sunday. Dress code is casual.
Choose 59th & Lex when these details match the plan. Newport Beach has other dining options. If you are comparing options, SET Steak & Sushi, Ocean 48, Viamara at The Elwood Club, Mariposa, and R+D Kitchen are names to consider alongside 59th & Lex.
Use it for a daytime Newport Beach visit, not a late dinner
Because 59th & Lex closes by 6 PM most days and 5 PM on Sunday, it is not a late-dinner choice. It is more useful to think of it as a casual Newport Beach stop during its posted hours. For another option to compare, see R+D Kitchen.
For visitors building a broader Newport Beach day, pair this choice with the wider area rather than treating it as the whole plan. Full Newport Beach restaurants guide, Newport Beach hotels guide, Newport Beach bars guide, Newport Beach wineries guide, and Newport Beach experiences guide may be more useful if this venue is one stop in a longer itinerary.
Who should choose it
Choose 59th & Lex when casual dress, Newport Beach, and daytime or early-evening hours match the plan. If a late service window, a tasting-menu format, a named chef, a specific beverage program, or a private-dining setup are priorities, consider other options. For comparison while planning, look at SET Steak & Sushi, Ocean 48, Mariposa, R+D Kitchen, or Viamara at The Elwood Club.
Planning details
- Location
- 701 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- bloomingdales.com
- Phone
- +19497296709
The take
The Take
The Vibe
59th & Lex sits comfortably within Fashion Island’s retail rhythm, and its personality comes into focus in the contrast between midday and evening service. Afternoons read like a neighborhood canteen (efficient, familiar and tuned to shoppers and office workers) while evenings allow staff and menu to settle into a slightly more deliberate mode. The restaurant avoids destination theatrics and strict fine-dining formality, favoring a steady, approachable presence that feels relaxed and quietly classic. Regulars and passersby alike find a welcoming, unforced charm in the room’s split identity.
Best For
This is a spot that suits practical daytime plans and low-key evenings. It’s ideal for shoppers needing a timely lunch, nearby office teams grabbing a quick midday meal, and locals who treat the place as their regular neighborhood stop. As service eases into the evening, it also works for casual after-work dinners and family outings that don’t demand a formal reservation. The split personality (efficient daytime pacing, more settled nights) makes it adaptable for routine weekday meals and relaxed weekend dinners.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the menu’s straightforward, crowd-pleasing items depending on your visit. For a quick midday stop that fits a shopping schedule, choose the Avocado Toast or the Classic Cheeseburger for speed and satisfaction; the Ultimate Grilled Cheese is another fast, comforting option. If you linger for dinner, consider the Grilled Salmon or the Baked Goat Cheese Salad for a slightly more composed plate. Expect lunch service to be brisk: order staples that travel well and save more leisurely choices for the evening when the pace relaxes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Bright, welcoming, and relaxed atmosphere ideal for shoppers and casual diners seeking a refreshing break with quality cuisine.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Beer, Wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Classic Cheeseburger
- Avocado Toast
- Baked Goat Cheese Salad
- Grilled Salmon
- Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 701 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Planning details
Location
701 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Mariposa, Notable alternative
- R+D Kitchen, Notable alternative
- SET Steak & Sushi, Notable alternative
- Viamara at The Elwood Club, Notable alternative
- Ocean 48, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Choose 59th & Lex when the priority is convenience and a lighter-commitment Newport Beach meal. Mariposa and R+D Kitchen are the closer cross-shops for a relaxed meal, but R+D Kitchen is the stronger pick if the group wants a fuller restaurant feel rather than a quick daytime stop.
For a bigger evening, 59th & Lex is not the right comparison point. SET Steak & Sushi and Ocean 48 make more sense for diners looking for a higher-energy, occasion-ready dinner. Expect those choices to require more planning and a higher spend than a casual lunch-oriented venue.
Viamara at The Elwood Club is the better fit for a coastal, polished setting, while 59th & Lex is the lower-pressure option for daytime Newport Beach plans. If the brief is value through ease, pick 59th & Lex; if the brief is ambiance or celebration, cross-shop the larger-format peers first.
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Compare 59th & Lex
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 59th & Lex | Newport Beach | No published awards |
| Mariposa | Newport Beach | 2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #403 |
| R+D Kitchen | Newport Beach | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 LA Times 101 Best Restaurants · #942025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #6992024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #715 |
| SET Steak & Sushi | Newport Beach | No published awards |
| Viamara at The Elwood Club | Newport Beach | No published awards |
| Ocean 48 | Newport Beach | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 59th & Lex better for daytime or evening plans?
59th & Lex is better suited to daytime or early-evening plans than to a late dinner. It opens at 11 AM daily, closes at 6 PM Monday through Saturday, and closes at 5 PM on Sunday. If the goal is to compare other options, Ocean 48 may be worth considering.
Can 59th & Lex accommodate groups?
Group, private-room, and large-party details are not available. SET Steak & Sushi is another venue to compare while planning.
Is 59th & Lex good for a special occasion?
59th & Lex is a casual Newport Beach venue with daytime and early-evening hours. If you are planning around a specific occasion, compare the details for 59th & Lex with another option such as Viamara at The Elwood Club.
