Great band on Friday night -- cozy venue and good cheer all around! The drinks were strong and the staff members were solid, although they were short-handed in the kitchen and did not open for the evening Taco service like usual. I will be back!

Sweet rooftop deck off the beaten path in Newport Beach. Decent food, bountiful sunshine, great service. Apparently there's music downstairs and it seems a little divey below, but the rooftop is sunshine and happiness and good vibes.

Minor crowd + good bar food. This combo is hard to Beet! Blue Beet is a dive bar that sits pretty close to the Newport Beach Pier. This spot is known for its multi level rooms, including a pretty cool rooftop area that overlooks the ocean. On a clear day you can even see Catalina! Despite being in a very popular area, Blue Beet is hidden in a small alcove. It doesn't get as much traffic as it's neighboring bars, which makes it the perfect local hang. They also serve food, which is a major win in my book. I ordered the chicken nachos and the pickle fries. Both fried munchies were made to perfection for a drunk stomach. I ended up sharing these with a group of 5+ and it was more than enough food to get the job done.