My wife and her friends had their 45th high school reunion at this location. The venue was clean and presentable but the service and atmosphere were something completely different.The food was nothing better than average. I wasn't impressed, but then again it was just a high school reunion. The employees were more worried about getting out of there and going home then actually doing something constructive. The event was supposed to end at 10:00 p.m. at 8:00 p.m. the employees kept grabbing glasses off tables that were still partially full and putting them away when people were away for a moment or dancing. My wife bought a glass of wine which was probably 8-10 oz in size (tops) for $17 including tax and tip. While she was out dancing, one of the staff snatched up her still partially full glass of wine and took it away to be discarded. I had to literally get up and grab a new napkin twice, because as soon as I left the table, it was gone! We had servers either walking around or standing by tables like vultures waiting for people to leave so they can just grab everything and bail. A gentleman at our table had to stop a server from grabbing his wife's dinner that was still left on her plate while she was away at the restroom. You still have 2 hours left. Relax! The temperature in the place was excruciatingly hot! No air conditioning whatsoever! Just ceiling fans that were completely ineffective for the amount of people in the room and the activity that was going on. Luckily the vibe from the crowd was awesome so everyone was still able to make the best out of it. I wasn't the only one complaining about this stuff either. Several others at our table had the same issues as well.It's too bad that this venue threw a wrench into things, but everyone had a good time with all things considered. Personally, I would not come back here myself. I drove all the way from the Inland empire for this event and expected a venue that was comfortable and cool with decent service.Wheelchair accessibility: Very easily accessible for wheelchair bound guests.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
Daisy
I went here a while back and the food was really good! Loved
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salads
Susan Q
We checked Google and thought they still open regularly, but learned later that they only open for events .
Niraj Jaju
Nice ambience, great location...
John Fithian
Absolutely great staff. Helpful, professional and really nice to work with before and during our event. We ha a 60-person Reception. The food was amazing. Nice hidden gem in Newport beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer S.
Back Bay Bistro is permanently closed. I wished someone would have posted it here on Yelp. Their website still allow you to make rsvp.
Sohail Simjee
Seafood is good at this place but the burgers are even better. Great service. Lunch is definitely better than dinner.
Jennifer Gunder
Nice view but terrible food. I would rather of had a hamburger from McDonalds. The shrimp was very tiny.
Joy Joy Barker
The clam chowder and the salmon filet are so delicious! Also the views of the bay are breathtaking!
George Rivera
I love me some kabobs, and it doesn't get much better than it does here at Shekarchi! Finally decided to take the leap to come here after it was highly recommended to me by a friend.Bottom line, food here is EXCELLENT. I've come twice in the span of two weeks and both times I ordered the soltani kebab (one kebab of beef koobideh, one kebab of filet mignon). I've been to a few of these places that serve kabobs, and honestly the only place that is on the same level is Raffi's Place.
Really good place to enjoy lunchtime or for a date I really like the menu and all the food is delicious
Brenda Phillips
Nice view, excellent drinks! Service a bit slow, fish tacos needed a little more flavor. I would go again.
Dustin Turner
OMG, this review is LONG OVERDUE as I've been eating their great food for some time now. I recently came here for a pick up order and FYI they are only doing phone/take out orders ONLY. You have to call to place an order as my picture I uploaded.
tray b
good food, atmosphere and drinks!
Johnny N
I arrive at this special restaurant many times since I love the special air that is part of this place. The team is awfuly helpful and experienced. The service is exceptionally quick. Also, the food they prepare is great. I frequent often and I was always satisfied. The pay is reasobable. I highly recommend this restaurant to my friends and family.
My wife and her friends had their 45th high school reunion at this location. The venue was clean and presentable but the service and atmosphere were something completely different.The food was nothing better than average. I wasn't impressed, but then again it was just a high school reunion. The employees were more worried about getting out of there and going home then actually doing something constructive. The event was supposed to end at 10:00 p.m. at 8:00 p.m. the employees kept grabbing glasses off tables that were still partially full and putting them away when people were away for a moment or dancing. My wife bought a glass of wine which was probably 8-10 oz in size (tops) for $17 including tax and tip. While she was out dancing, one of the staff snatched up her still partially full glass of wine and took it away to be discarded. I had to literally get up and grab a new napkin twice, because as soon as I left the table, it was gone! We had servers either walking around or standing by tables like vultures waiting for people to leave so they can just grab everything and bail. A gentleman at our table had to stop a server from grabbing his wife's dinner that was still left on her plate while she was away at the restroom. You still have 2 hours left. Relax! The temperature in the place was excruciatingly hot! No air conditioning whatsoever! Just ceiling fans that were completely ineffective for the amount of people in the room and the activity that was going on. Luckily the vibe from the crowd was awesome so everyone was still able to make the best out of it. I wasn't the only one complaining about this stuff either. Several others at our table had the same issues as well.It's too bad that this venue threw a wrench into things, but everyone had a good time with all things considered. Personally, I would not come back here myself. I drove all the way from the Inland empire for this event and expected a venue that was comfortable and cool with decent service.Wheelchair accessibility: Very easily accessible for wheelchair bound guests.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 1
I went here a while back and the food was really good! Loved
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Salads
We checked Google and thought they still open regularly, but learned later that they only open for events .
Nice ambience, great location...
Absolutely great staff. Helpful, professional and really nice to work with before and during our event. We ha a 60-person Reception. The food was amazing. Nice hidden gem in Newport beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Back Bay Bistro is permanently closed. I wished someone would have posted it here on Yelp. Their website still allow you to make rsvp.
Seafood is good at this place but the burgers are even better. Great service. Lunch is definitely better than dinner.
Nice view but terrible food. I would rather of had a hamburger from McDonalds. The shrimp was very tiny.
The clam chowder and the salmon filet are so delicious! Also the views of the bay are breathtaking!
I love me some kabobs, and it doesn't get much better than it does here at Shekarchi! Finally decided to take the leap to come here after it was highly recommended to me by a friend.Bottom line, food here is EXCELLENT. I've come twice in the span of two weeks and both times I ordered the soltani kebab (one kebab of beef koobideh, one kebab of filet mignon). I've been to a few of these places that serve kabobs, and honestly the only place that is on the same level is Raffi's Place.
Restaurantji Recommends
Really good place to enjoy lunchtime or for a date I really like the menu and all the food is delicious
Nice view, excellent drinks! Service a bit slow, fish tacos needed a little more flavor. I would go again.
OMG, this review is LONG OVERDUE as I've been eating their great food for some time now. I recently came here for a pick up order and FYI they are only doing phone/take out orders ONLY. You have to call to place an order as my picture I uploaded.
good food, atmosphere and drinks!
I arrive at this special restaurant many times since I love the special air that is part of this place. The team is awfuly helpful and experienced. The service is exceptionally quick. Also, the food they prepare is great. I frequent often and I was always satisfied. The pay is reasobable. I highly recommend this restaurant to my friends and family.