Greer's OC

At Fly-N-Fish--on the Newport Beach boardwalk and near the pier--you can enjoy freshly shucked oysters, seasonal specials and classic creations prepared by Seattle native Chef Julio Hawkins.

Fly-N-Fish focuses on sustainable seafood from prominent purveyors delivered fresh daily. Signature dishes include pan fried Maryland Crab Cakes with a papaya-mint salsa; Pan Seared Diver Scallops wrapped in triple smoked apple wood bacon and served with an achiote aioli; Cioppino with shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, calamari, crab and seasonal fish in a zesty red wine sauce; and New England Clam Chowder served traditional in a traditional creamy style with chopped clams, potatoes and leeks.

Their menu is complemented by select listing of wines, craft beers and a full bar.

Fly-N-Fish offers Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m. Offerings include Oyster Shooters (with an option to add Hangar One Chipotle Vodka), Cajun Shrimp Tacos, Seasoned Calamari with an Achiote Aioli and various drink specials. View happy hour menu here.

Chef Julio also offers a $15 daily lunch special (Monday through Friday) that includes a choice of New England Clam Chowder, House Salad or Seasoned French Fries. Specials include a Crab Cake BLT on toasted brioche, lettuce, vine ripened tomato and Applewood triple smoked bacon; Calamari Steak that is lightly season and served with a tomato caper lemon butter; and Skuna Bay Salmon with angel hair pesto, fresh asparagus and oven roasted tomatoes. For a complete list of daily lunch specials here. 

For the first time, ​Fly-N-Fish will be participating in Orange County Restaurant Week (March 1st - 7th). The $20 lunch menu will offer two courses and the $40 dinner menu will offer three courses; both menus highlight their signature dishes. View their OC Restaurant Week menus  here.

2304 W Oceanfront, Newport Beach. 949.673.8400.

Little Sparrow on Bravo TV's "Best New Restaurant"

 It’s not quite been two years since Little Sparrow in downtown Santa Ana opened, yet it’s already receiving a ton of awards, plus, now it’s being featured on Bravo TV Network's culinary competition series, "Best New Restaurant," hosted by acclaimed Chef Tom Colicchio and produced by Gordon Ramsay. 

It’s the only Orange County based competitor chosen among sixteen award-winning restaurants across the country. The French-New American bistro will be judged and evaluated not only on the dishes that are served, but everything from decor to hospitality to overall concept.

On Wednesday, February 25 at 7 p.m. the "Best New Restaurant" episode featuring Little Sparrow will air on Bravo TV.

Little Sparrow features an eclectic, seasonal menu created by Executive Chef Eric Samaniego, who incorporates a fresh take on flavors from around the world, His common thread is a focus on local ingredients.

The bar program embodies upgraded versions of classic cocktails and spirit-forward libations that utilize premium and boutique liquors, local ingredients and whimsical garnishes.

Nightly dinner and Sunday brunch are served in a neighborhood setting, with high ceilings, exposed ducts, bistro chairs, inviting banquettes with touches of artwork and colorful accents. 

Little Sparrow is at 300 Main St. in Santa Ana. 714.265.7640.