Blue Bottle Coffee — Restaurant in Newport Beach

Blue Bottle at Lido in Newport has long been one of my go-to spots for a coffee that feels both elevated and comforting—right by the water with that signature Blue Bottle vibe: clean, modern, and quietly cool.

Their cappuccino and flat white are consistently excellent, with beautifully textured microfoam and smooth espresso. The baristas here really know what they’re doing—thoughtful, skilled, and always kind. You can tell they care about every cup.

That said, I was disappointed to see they’ve recently stopped offering organic Clover milk. It was one of the things that set them apart—knowing that the milk matched the integrity of their beans. While the coffee is still top-notch, it’s a noticeable shift for those of us who prioritize organic ingredients.

On the pour-over side, they offer a great selection of single-origin options and are always happy to guide you if you’re not sure what to pick. I usually go for a medium roast, and it’s always smooth and flavorful without being too acidic.

The pastries here are another highlight—the almond croissant is a must, especially warmed up. But my personal obsession? The waffle. It’s unlike anything else—light, crisp, and almost custardy inside. They’ve also added overnight oats and a few other health-forward options for days you want something lighter.

Overall, I still love this location for the experience and the baristas, but I do hope they reconsider bringing back organic milk—it made a great coffee...

This is such a weird little Blue Bottle Coffee outpost, but it serves up the delicious espresso you know and love from the amazing company. It's located inside a shared workspace type office, so they ask you to keep quiet, LOL. There isn't much seating at all, and the coffee bar is a little outshoot from the main workspace rental area. I guess it's great if you're paying for a spot but otherwise, this isn't a location where you can sit and work and sip espresso all day long.

Parking is next to impossible, so be warned. I was lucky that my hubby was able to drop me off and drive around the block a few times so I could run in a fetch coffee for us. We ended up drinking it in the car. This Blue Bottle does have stunning views of the adjacent marina, with lots of fancy pants boats just steps outside.

The coffee was exactly what you expect from a Blue Bottle: high quality, pricey, and done just right. My macchiato was excellent and worth every penny (in my opinion). If you need your Blue Bottle fix, you won't be disappointed in...

It’s been three years since my last visit. I visited here last Sunday to try Black Cardamom Latte. This Blue Bottle Coffee Shop is right next to the dock, so the view is the best of any Blue Bottle Coffee Shop! However, please note that you must make a reservation at hanahaus to have a table right in front of the dock. It was Sunday Morning, but the instructions on the parking meter were confusing, so I came in to the shop and asked the staff. But they also did not have clear information about street parking because they usual park at designated employee parking spaces. However a really friendly staff went to the parking meter himself to check and informed me that the parking meter would operate from 1pm on Sunday, so I was able to park without a problem. Although it was rainy and cloudy, I was happy with black cardamom latte and a delicious sandwich. Once again, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the...