Hook & Anchor

The establishment looks really nice it's upscale without being intimidating but it's also intimate. The decor is tasteful and classy you'll find different rods and other fishing related items... The food was amazing we ordered the calamari steak fries as an appetizer they were thick cut nice and juicy and crispy. I ordered a bowl of clam chowder and it was really good nice rich and creamy and had plenty of clams. We also ordered the lobster roll and the fish and chips... Both were amazing and perfectly cooked and seasoned.. overall would recommend as a nice date night without being too upscale but it's also nice place to go to enjoy drinks after a day at the beach or shopping.

So, a bit of a late review, but this restaurant was first on my list because the reviews were so good. After a day at the beach, I came to this place for dinner. Sadly, I left disappointed. The lobster roll was a little expensive but was decent. The clam chowder, however, was not. It was way too salty and caused stomach issues for me and three other members of my party. The appetizer selection was decent but nothing special. And, honestly, my biggest complaint was that we were made to feel uncomfortable by this manager-type person who kept looking at me and followed me whenever I left the restroom. I'm not sure if he was trying to see if I was doing something wrong, but whatever it was, it made the whole group feel uncomfortable. The one good thing I can say is that the atmosphere was nice. I didn't order drinks here, but it looked like a good place to have a drink. Overall, we left disappointed.

this is our second time here. first was super great and unfortunately don’t remember the server. but this time ulysses was our server and was so wonderful. he helped make this dinner a memorable experience as we had a lot of great life moments to be celebrating. food is always stellar. the first time we had the lobster roll and cioppino and it was fantastic. got it again our second time and it was just as good. the halibut was very good as well. our favorite each time is the oysters though. can’t beat those. def a standout seafood restaurant! also love that the kids mac and cheese had no salt, which is how the kids eat at home. can’t wait to come back!

Stopped at this place while on vacations. We arrived between 8:20pm-8:30pm. We were seated near the bar since the other room was closed for tonight. Our server was nice but once food arrived, he then focused on the table next to us, who were 7 people and ordered some alcoholic drinks, we didn’t. It took forever for some lady come to us and asked us if we needed something. We just wanted salt/pepper and more tartar sauce. The lady brought what we needed. The server then handled us the bill. He didn’t even asked us if we wanted something else or desert. The staff were more focused on the people to finish and go, so they could close for tonight. The food was on point!

GREAT experience! Incredible food, friendly service and the food comes out quickly. Cioppino is the best we’ve had, and we’ve had a lot. The halibut was excellent. The deviled eggs were also great. Recommend wholeheartedly.

Stopped by recently for an early dinner. Their shrimp Alfredo & seafood risotto was well seasoned & delicious. Also got the calamari fries which was good too. Definitely hit the spot.

This was a disappointment. Lauded as the best lobster roll in CA which is the reason we came. But it was far from that. The meat was all claw and not a tinge of sweetness to it that normally differentiate Maine lobsters from the rest. Our server was not attentive, forgetting to follow up on the appetizer or even to refill our water. The main meal came before it and seem offended when we were talking to the guy who brought out our food. We won’t be back. Update: Thank you for the gift card offer but I think I will refuse. I appreciate your attention to this matter though.

Kind of a ho hum experience here on our first trip. I got the lobster roll, and my wife got the fish and chips. Both had a serious lack of seasoning. The lobster mac and cheese was quite tasty, though. The service was just okay. They were attentive but felt very rushed. Parking is an absolute nightmare. Give yourself plenty of time if you have reservations

No one would believe me that I was in and out of this restaurant within one hour! I'm not saying I felt rushed. In fact, this experience is just the opposite! The pace was so on point from the moment we were seated until the end of the meal. The server is spot on and checked on us at the perfect time each time. We were seated at one of the booths away from the bar side with a tv near us, so we were able to watch a baseball game while we eat. About the food, O.M.G! I was in my lobster mac n cheese heaven for 20 minutes. The photo only showed one of the three large pieces of lobster meat! The mac was cooked in the right texture (I like mine al dente), each little mac is covered with the right amount of cheese. Words can't describe well enough, so all I'm gonna say is go try it by yourself!! My husband ordered the lobster roll and was given a generous amount of lobster!! Special mention- the roasted veggies! Even as a side dish, they don't shy away from seasoning them! Lastly, parking- I thought I had to drive around and parked on the street. However, when we arrived, there were plenty of parking left, which was a surprise!

Gotta get TWO Lobster Rolls !!! Lobster was SWEET And the flavor was just exceptional like I was in Maryland or Alaska. The bread and butter aïoli with Sriracha dip was the bomb and next time I'll skip the appetizers and just order two of the 6 ounce portion lobster rolls My wife and sister-in-law had the crabcakes and those were humongous and equally delicious. Sat outside on the patio Saturday afternoon and just chilled with great food and great service.

We ended up trying Hook & Anchor based on all the great reviews, and we were not disappointed! The food was amazing! Everything was extremely fresh and the oysters were delicious. Our group's favorite was the seafood tower. It was a great way to try so many of their delicious offerings. Everyone was really happy with their entrees too. Don't miss the lobster roll and make sure to try the lobster deviled eggs. Service was fantastic and the servers went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. The bourbon selection was great too! We will for sure be back.

This place is busy on weekends so reservations are recommended. The servers are friendly and they have a live band to complete the ambiance. We ordered ceviche, crusty crab, and grilled fish sandwich. Ceviche- The citrus marinated fish was fresh and it came with avocado crema. Served with crisp tortilla chips. Crusty Crab- The crab cake patty was juicy and flavorful. Served with aioli tartar sauce that was nice and tangy. It came with fresh mixed greens and tomato. Served with crispy fries. Pretty tasty! Grilled Fish Sandwich- I really appreciate how fresh the fish is here. It's nicely seasoned with aioli, mixed greens, and tomato to give an extra layer of texture of freshness.

It is my birthday today so I got to choose the venue to meet for lunch . I picked a winner !!!! This location is tucked back on a frontage road with parking in the front. Bright red awning , so if you go look for the red awning !! We had the choice to either sit outside or inside . I looked inside , and that was it . Cute decor , very welcoming. We had a party of 6 so they accommodated us within minutes and were patient as we waited for the rest of our party to arrive. As appetizer we ordered the calamari fries (it's the only food item I didn't get a picture of) . The food (everything we ordered) was all delicious!!! I did order the Newport Finest Salad - delicious!!!! They even brought out a birthday surprise dessert and sang !! Very special afternoon !!!!

I recently visited the newer and bigger location of Hook & Anchor. The food was just as good as I remembered. Our server was attentive and was helpful when we had some questions and needed help in deciding what to order. I was there during the lunchour on a weekday and it was not crowded and I was able to find parking right out front.

Like so many others, we were led here by social media. The viral lobster roll content was just too enticing to not try--but that's about all I would recommend from here. The calamari fries were not seasoned and because it's a thicker piece of squid (hence the "fry" shape) it was lacking the crunch that you typically see in smaller rings of calamari. The service also left something to be desired. Although our waiter did tell us at the end of the meal that they were down 1 cook because he was at their other location, that doesn't excuse the fact that I couldn't get a glass of ice water after asking twice. But the standout was definitely the lobster roll. It was packed to the brim with huge chunks of lobster that were not too buttery and perfectly cooked. The brioche roll was well toasted and served as the perfect vessel for nearly $50 of lobster. No soggy bottoms here! The restaurant is located in a strip mall off Newport Blvd. It was by far the busiest establishment of the surrounding smoke stores, jeweler, tattoo parlor, and sex shop. There is some parking right in front but it was already full during peak dinner hours. The inside felt like a cross between a sports bars (lots of flat screens) and a casual sit down restaurant. Personally, probably won't be coming back unless I'm craving lobster.

青春太過美好， 所以總令人無盡的懷念，時光依舊蒼翠，只是我們已不再年輕，雖與青春別離，但陽光依在，願時光不變，且我們仍在～ Hook & Anchor, OC 的名店，應該可以算是我吃過龍蝦堡的前三名了， yelp 上兩千多個review, 還有4.6 顆星，就知道這家餐廳不可能太差，龍蝦堡真的非常的好吃是遠近馳名，朋友點的炸魚，可能他肚子太餓了，只分給我一小口，然後在一分鐘內就狼吞虎嚥完了炸魚，行動已經勝過千言萬語，我還點了clam chowder, 也有90 分以上的水準，食物真的是很道地的海鮮，可是我去的時候對他們的服務沒有非常的滿意，想坐在Booth的位置，說位子太大，都有人訂位一直到我離開了，那些位子還是沒人坐。安排的位置冷氣實在太強， 直接吹我的頭， 最後只好移到Bar 那裏，可能生意太好，沒有那麼重視服務，但是食物真的是好吃，會給三顆星純粹是因爲服務！

This is our first time at the new location, but we're regulars at the old Uli what an amazing server we ordered the ceviche, which was absolutely amazing fish and chips again another amazing dish, the calamari, steak fries, the lobster roll. If you really want some fresh fish this is the place.

This place popped up on my Instagram a long time ago, and I told myself if I ever had to come to Costa Mesa. I would give it a shot. Majority of places that sell. The lobster roll are kind of hit or miss so I was hesitant to try this spot. This lobster roll was literally everything and more. It was absolutely delicious. The little oil that comes with just gives it this depth of flavor. The fried were not soggy. The bread tasted fresh. 10/10. I'm only sad. I didn't order anything else from the menu. I wish I would've tried more stuff. Full disclosure, I did not actually eat at the restaurant because I had a long day at work, and I had my dog with me, so I just ordered a pick up. Service was fast. I was able to get my food within like 10 minutes. The server was also friendly, and immediately gave me my food. In addition, she also added ketchup to go, which I appreciated. Now the actual place was really cute inside. It was upscale. The bar area was very nice, and there were a lot of families here eating. If you have the ability to do, so, you should definitely eat here. I will also add that for a place that sells seafood. The prices were not crazy, and it's affordable.

Dropped by for lunch before going to the beach. Friendly staff and server. Family got the cioppino, clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl, lobster roll, half doz oysters and shrimp poboy. All were good. Shrimp poboy had large shrimp vs small and worth every penny. Lobster roll and cioppino was good as well. My clam chowder was delicious, but wished they took more bread out of the center to be able to have more chowder. So little chowder for the large left over bread bowl. Overall, would recommend eating here.

Stopped by here because people are raving about their lobster rolls. My party got a little bit of this and that. Lobster roll was pretty good 4/5,the bread was nice and toasty and make sure you get the sriracha aioli on the side for it. Fish and chips were decent . The calamari was really good though . Crab cakes and clam chowder were good too. Service was friendly and attentive . A little on the pricier side but Give em a try!

My friend took me here for my birthday and it was simply fantastic! Our reservations were for 6 p.m. on a Friday evening and it was moderately busy. Nonetheless I highly recommend that you get a reservation; as it does get busy and could take longer to be seated without a reservation. Also note that it can be a little tricky getting to the restaurant as it is located in a little center right off Newport Blvd just as you pass 18th street; so if you are not paying attention you can pass the little entrance to the center. Now on to the main attractions of the restaurant... the dishes! We started off with the lobster roll; that was one of the best lobster rolls I've had and I have had my share of lobster rolls from California to New Orleans and in between. We also ordered that Rockefeller Oysters and an order of Ceviche; more hit dishes! We ended our dinner with a traditional fish and chips and it was good too! I have to be honest it looked a bit odd; like a chicken or hen legs (See pics) but still it was very good! Lastly the restaurant celebrated my birthday with a delicious dessert! In addition to a fantastic dinner there was a vendor there that evening from the ultra-premium tequila brand El Christiano that uses 100% blue weber agave from the Jalisco Highlands and additive-free. We enjoyed several cocktails and shots from this delightful tequila and has made me a fan of the brand. I would be remiss if I didn't mention that we received excellent service from our waiter; whose name I can't remember right now. The ambiance is casual but very quaint. If you're looking for a win dinning experience; definitely put Hook & Anchor on your list!

This is a unique restaurant. Based on the strip mall it resides in, you might expect the place to be very average, or even dumpy. It definitely is not average nor is it dumpy. Not at all. Service? Excellent. Seafood? Outstanding. Drinks? Really good. Decor? Very cool, actually. And for goodness sakes, make a reservation. Again, you wouldn't think you need one here but you do. It's easy. Just do it. Nearly everything we tried was very, very good. The clam chowder was perfect and not gummy at all. The calamari strips were lightly battered and fried so you weren't just eating batter, like at most places. Same for the fish and chips. The batter was very thin and the fish was delicious. But the star of the show, the lobster roll, was truly outstanding. And yes, it is very expensive. I probably have lobster rolls once every two years. They are hard to find in So Cal and if you do find one, they are generally crazy expensive everywhere. So it is a special treat and one that I will pay for once every blue moon. I think a lobster roll with 4 ounces of lobster is $33 and one with 6 ounces of lobster is $47. I failed math repeatedly so don't ask me how the numbers shake out. The lobster is fantastic. The roll is perfectly crisp and wonderful. Melted butter and some kind of sauce comes on the side. 4 ounces is sufficient. 6 ounces is decadent. I was decadent. You do you. The lobster rolls come with one side. The French fries have some kind of Cajun seasoning and they are perfectly crisp and excellent. Sadly, the one fail of the evening was the "mushroom medley" side dish. Apparently, they use four kinds of mushrooms for this dish. Sounds good so far. But they had no seasoning whatsoever and were flavorless. As a mushroom fanatic, this was a disappointment. I ended up dousing them with the lobster butter. Full bar menu, fancy shmancy drinks, strong draft beer menu, and very impressive wine list. Someone did their work here. I had at least one mai tai and it was, as our server warned, "alcohol forward." Music to my ears and it did the job. Kids are welcome and there is a kids menu. Come as you are. No need to dress up. Shorts, t-shirts, whatever, are just fine. Please stop wearing your baseball hat indoors. You lose points for heaven that way. There's free parking in the lot but it was full during our visit so we had to park on the street a healthy walk away. The wall was worth it.

Love this place! Been coming here for years! Always fresh and tasty. Good service, never had any issues. A little on the pricy side but it's fresh. Try out their happy hour or lunch specials. Just wish they were closer. lol

I am a foodie. We were greeted by an amazing host. Started with the lobster bisque, clam chowder, blueberry lemon drop (yum). On to the lobster roll and lobster carbonara. All amazing. Hook & Anchor is a quaint restaurant. As you enter you can hear the chatter of the guest. Who cannot enjoy a great meal and good conversations with friends. Great bar and signature cocktails . We will diffidently be back to try more interesting items on the menu.

April 18, 2025. Lunch. 5 of us. Kids menu. 6 choices incl drink Worth the drive from Newport coast villas. Free parking. Delicious fresh food. Great wait staff. Beautiful more upscale decor. They did a great job with the new location. Moved April 2024. Great clam chowder. Modelo beer and corona with lime. Fish tacos . Fish burrito was huge and yummy. Kids salmon plate outstanding. Kids Mac and cheese was real cheese and best I've ever had. I tasted it. Highly recommend you come and try it !

We came here for lunch on a Saturday. They have a patio outside and it is dog friendly! We ordered the 6oz lobster roll, lobster Mac and cheese and the grilled fish burrito. The lobster roll is poached in butter and not drenched in sauce/mayo. They give a generous amount and it taste pretty decent. The fries were absolutely amazing though! I love the seasoning. This dish is MP and we paid $48. The lobster max and cheese is good too. It's a smaller portion but it does have a decent amount of lobster. The grilled fish burrito was meh, I wouldn't recommend it. The fish was incredibly dry and half the burrito was filled with rice.

Great spot! I now know why they are best known for their lobster roll. It's mouth watering good! The service was quick. The only weird thing was my fiancé and I each ordered a taco a la carte and they served it on the same plate. So that was hard for us to eat. Otherwise, I would highly recommend!

Probably more like a 3.5 based on the price - mainly the lobster roll being $48! It was solid but not amazing enough to be that expensive. The clam chowder was decent, very creamy and good flavor but I wish there were more clams. The fried calamari was really good, the breading was perfectly thin and the calamari were a great texture.

Definitely one of the best seafood spots I've tried in Costa Mesa! We ordered the lobster roll, lobster bisque, clam chowder in a bread bowl, crab cakes, and cioppino -- every dish was spot on. The standouts for me were the rich and flavorful clam chowder, the hearty cioppino, and the creamy lobster bisque. Great ambience, fast and friendly service, and overall a fantastic experience. Will definitely be coming back!

First time trying hook & anchor and it definitely did not disappoint. Them Baja bois were so balanced and delicious..the Kumiai's were such a killer deal. They were fresh tasting and would've ordered another half dozen if they hadn't run out. And of Course the star of the show was the lobster roll. Bread is definitely a highlight. The lobster roll is for sure an A in my book. Shout out to Brian Coleman and my server Samantha for the excellent service and the exceptional superb hospitality. Will definitely be going back.

I really wanted to like this place, but a huge disappointment. Waited about an hour to be seated so I was pretty hungry. But wow, the lobster roll was mid. Definitely had better lobster roll elsewhere. The bread was thick and bland. Wasn't buttery or toasty, but the lobster meat was fresh! The flavor of the lobster meat was bland so overall, it wasn't a great experience for me. Service is good though!

When you first walk in, you greeted by the very nice staff. The decor side is pretty normal so I can't say much about it. However the waiters make the vibe extremely fun and so does the music. They have some TVs playing and had the UFC fights going on, so it was really fun to be in there. I got the clam chowder bread bowl and it was fantastic. It had really good flavor and it was extremely creamy. I would highly recommend it for anybody.

The food was just perfect! Nicely seasoned and great prices ! The service was good friendly... definitely recommend making a reservation this place gets packed

I enjoyed the mixed oysters, lobster roll, lobster bisque, and fish and chips. Unfortunately, my experience took a turn when I found A HAIR in the fish and chips. I informed the waitress, and she said she would show it to the chef. We told her it was okay and just asked that the chef be more careful next time--but she didn't offer any apology. Later, we took a closer look and realized the hair wasn't straight like typical head hair--it appeared curly, more like 'BODY HAIR'. We brought this to another waiter's attention and asked that it be reported again to the kitchen, but we were ignored. No one followed up or offered any apology. Mistakes can happen, but how they're handled makes all the difference. I left feeling disappointed and uncomfortable, despite how good the food was.

Hook and Anchor has a lot of potential I just didn't order as well as the other people in my group. Here's what I ordered Ceviche - 2/10 it was yucky and I love ceviches - this was was all mashed up reminded me of eating fancy cat food Lobster taco - 7/10 the lobster was perfectly cooked but the tortilla was oily and the toppings and sauces were too spicy and overpowering I wish it had been more simple to highlight the lobster Fish taco (fried) 5/10 - huge chunk of fish I had to break apart, the tortilla was oily and the sauce was overpowering. I did like the pickled onions My kids ordered macaroni and cheese with French fries and that was 10/10 I actually had food envy since their Mac and cheese was made with real cheddar cheese and was super cheesy Poor Boy sandwich 8/10 it was huge my husband liked it Crab Cake sandwich 8/10 also a hit Calamari appetizer 6/10 had good flavor and great sauces The ambiance is great for large groups but the major bummer is that we came for lunch on a Sunday and we couldn't even hear each other talk (we literally had to raise our voices like yelling) because the live band they had in the restaurant was crazy loud! I felt like I was back in my 20s at a bar during happy hour or late night versus a Sunday at noon with my family. The music was appropriate jut the volume was way not appropriate it was busting our ear drums out even seated in the booth the farthest away from the musicians. I wish they could have turned their speakers down so we could enjoy music but also have a conversation with our table without having to yell and ask, over and over, "what did you say?" "No, what did YOU say" "I couldn't hear you what did you say" which got tedious after a while and while the bread pudding dessert sounded good I was getting a headache from the music so we just left the restaurant and went on a walk so we could actually have a converstaion and cach up. I would come back here and order different food as long as there was no live music or if they were just more respectful to people who like intact ear drums and turn their speakers to a respectable level.

Lobster Mac and cheese was mid. Kinda pricey when they barely give any lobster. It was rich in flavor. Would've tasted better with more lobster and panko. Clam chowder bread bowl was solid. Friendly service at the bar ! Ambiance was casual. They had tv at the bar so you can watch whatever sports they had on.

IMPRESSIVE. I saw the raving reviews. I've been meaning to make my way out to Costa Mesa sooner. Glad I was finally able to! Hook & Anchor exceeded my expectations! My mind was blown. I ordered two menu items that are both highly rated by yelpers: the lobster mac and cheese, and the clam chowder. Both were extraordinary in their own right. The lobster mac and cheese had huge chunks of lobster! I don't know of any lobster mac that has that! The cheese sauce was different than your average rue, but it paired perfectly with the lobster. The clam chowder was hearty and so satisfying! Both bowls were licked clean. Service was great. Lobster Mac & Cheese 10/10 Clam Chowder 10/10

What I loved: a gluten free clam chowder soup It's not everyday you find a gluten free clam chowder. It was good. However, the service was a disappointment. The restaurant was empty and they wanted to turn us away because they were full for reservations. The hostess didn't even think about bar seating, it wasn't until someone else came by that they remembered. Funny because the restaurant stayed mostly empty the full night so they definitely had room for us. also They have a sign outside that says locals receive a discount, we asked our waitress and she said it was not going on that day despite them actively advertising it

This is a lovely restaurant that accommodates your every need. The food is delicious and we enjoyed going as a large party of 6 and 7 and having a great time

OhmyGoooosh. This place is Amazing! We like trying new places and the place we went to closed early so we went here based on locality and yelp reviews. Funny thing is we had been looking for live music for hours online and couldn't find it. We finally just searched for fresh fish at this place popped up. But, get this, we walk in and BlakeHarper was playing live music! He is really good too! And their Old Fashioned was the best i have ever had! I like extra cherries. Asked for 3... got 6! Great service from not only our server Alex but Everyone was attentive and helpful! We will definitely be back! Excellent Live music Thursday night amd Sundays!

My friend Marilyn and I went to Hook $ Anchor in Newport Beach last Sunday. The sitting was perfect, the service was also excellent and the food was what you dream for. Sam was our server she was very helpful and attentive to our request. The manager Michael came to greed us at our table and was very nice and pleasant. Nobody rush us and we will go back again for sure. I will grate that restaurant and the service a 5 stars.

I think this is my favorite spot for lobster rolls in the Orange County area! The lobster was so juicy and flavorful. I enjoyed getting the sauces on the side to give it that extra flavor punch. The fries were also seasoned well and deliciously crunchy. We also got the clam chowder to share which was nice and creamy. I enjoyed that almost as much as the roll! And we also ate the lobster deviled eggs as we r huge eggy fans: The place was super popular on a Saturday night but we were able to be seated fairly quickly! A sweet date spot for couple and also for a couple of friends. There is a bar so it also looked like ppl had a good time on that side as well. Overall, we are def gonna come back!

Great food but service was only ok. That was due in large part that the restaurant transitions the interior from lunch to dinner. So pro tip, don't come from 3-4 or check the website for updates hours because the kitchen closes for an hour or so. Plenty of parking as this place is located in a strip mall. Clean interior. Decent amount of seating but it does look like it can get crowded pretty quick. Ordered the lobster roll, clam chowder (cup), and lobster taco. The clam chowder was phenomenal as it had a good balance of soup, clam, and other ingredients. The taco was ok and was kind of meh to me. The lobster roll was very good and I'd recommend doing it the chefs way. However, it can be pricey as it is market priced.

Yum yum and yum. The seafood here is FANTASTIC. Had a group of 4 come here on a Thurs night and everyone enjoyed everything we had. It's a nice casual setting so you can dress up or down. Will definitely be back

One of those places you hate to review because they are on point and the wait lines will increase with every review. Service is stellar by staff and management, fun collabs with alcohol distributors, great choices for appetizers and main courses, best known for their lobster rolls. Our server Alex is the best.

We finally got around to visiting this place. Appetizer: calamari fries - probably the best calamari I've had and lobster bisque. Cocktails: sea breeze whiskey sours. Entrees: lobster roll with side of fries. Definitely recommend this since it's one of their popular dishes. Lots of lobster meat and the bread really makes the dish. Best tasting seasoned fries as well. Newports favorite salad was my favorite. Their take on a shrimp louie but a thousand times better. We'll have to make it back to try their dinner menu. Easy parking and cute interior. The gentleman at the front was the sweetest guy and our server took his time to make recommendations since it's our first time.

Parking is horrific. Took us forever, so we finally left the parking they have right in front of their location and we parked around the corner near the park and had to walk here. For this restaurant it was worth the walk, normally if we have to do that I say lets find something else, but glad we didn't decide on that this time around. We had lobster bisque to share and lobster roll with cajun fries. I had the 4oz and my husband had the 6oz. The brioche bread was so soft and buttery and lobster inside was piled high and so tasty! Came with lemon-herb and a sriacha mayo, that I mostly used to dip my fries. I need to come back and try the Seafood Cioppino and fish n' chips that I saw someone order. Definitely make reservations (we didn't), but we were able to get seated quickly but we had to sit in the bar area. There was a 30 minute wait for the regular seating area. We were from out of town and just ran in to this place, so we didn't know reservations were needed. Inside is what you would think when you hear the name of the place. Very ocean inspired! Can't wait to come back again soon!

I had read about the lobster roll and had the place on my bucket list for the year. I invited a few other friends and we all had a great time. Although it was busy, I had reservations and we were greeted and sat quickly. The restaurant is charming with a definite seafood restaurant feel with a modern twist. It was once a Hennessey's, but has been completely remodeled and feels new. Several of us ordered the lobster roll and were not disappointed. I also got the lobster pasta, which was also delicious. There is some sticker shock paying $40+ for a lobster roll, but it's real lobster and they do pile it on. As the old adage goes, "you get what you pay for!" It's worth it for a splurge night out with friends.

We stopped by for a late lunch on a recent Saturday and had a fantastic meal. Although the main dining room was closed, we were seated at the bar, where our server provided outstanding service. She was incredibly knowledgeable, answering all our questions and even suggesting sauce pairings for our dishes. We started by sharing a cup (which was more like a bowl!) of clam chowder before ordering two Hook plates--one with lobster tail and the other with scallops. The lobster tail was delicious, especially with the yuzu sauce, and I paired it with a mushroom medley and roasted vegetables. The portion was so generous that I couldn't even finish it! The scallop plate came with five perfectly cooked scallops, complemented by fingerling potatoes and the mushroom medley. We were too full for dessert this time, but the bread pudding sounded incredible--definitely something to look forward to on our next visit.

Fabulous fresh seafood!! Mind blowing quality, how did I not come sooner? - 12.5/10 lobster bisque, with lobster chunks and croutons that took the lobster bisque from 10/10 to 12.5/10 (and we don't even like croutons) 10/10 Newport's Finest Salad: had lobster meat and crab meat, and 3 large delicious pieces of shrimp. The lobster meat was so sweet and fresh - the meat was perfectly fresh and soft but firm. The crab was so mouthwateringly fresh and sweet! This salad really is Newport's finest. 10/10 lobster roll, seriously they should not be called "Hook & Anchor", they should be called "Get you hooked on lobster" 12.5/10 fries, deliciously crispy and well seasoned Service: good Parking: Ample Food: mind blowing TLDR: I wish I had a paycheck that could support my dream of coming to eat here every week.

Came here recently and were not served nor noticed at all for a long time. We unfortunately left after waiting for so long and are extremely disappointed.

Amazing restaurant, fantastic service and fresh seafood. I tried the salad "Best salad in Newport" and it was the best seafood salad I ever had, highly recommended.

Came here for the first time tried their lobster roll and wow I was amazed!! I loved how they did not hesitate to stuff my bread with a good portion of lobster!! Something to keep in mind tho before coming they have lunch hour and dinner hours so make sure to know what the times are before coming!! Another thing they have two sized for their lobster roll! 4 or 6!! Service was great I loved how they come by every few minutes to check on you and made sure that I was being taken care of! The ambiance is super clean and nice. I will definitely be back to try their other dishes thank you for a spectacular experience here!

"Fan Fav Lobster Roll? More like Lobster Legend! Solid 10/10. Got the Chef Special sauce on the side because, ya know, gotta pace myself with greatness. The cole slaw? A little salty, but still delicious--like it went on a vacation to the Dead Sea but came back refreshed. Shoutout to Ulises, our server extraordinaire, for being attentive and showing us the ropes--like the captain of a lobster fishing boat steering us to flavor town. Definitely coming back for round two!"

We came for happy hour and they have some good options available, it wasn't any busy and we sat in the bar section. We started with the clam chowder which was good and creamy. The crab cakes if definitely recommend they had a simple crisp to them and plenty of crab. The lobster deviled eggs were good however I have had better and they could a little more flavor. The lobster roll was great and the fries were good on the side as well. Service was friendly will be coming back.

Like everyone says, amazing Lobster Roll! It's $48 so be prepared....but it is delicious. Perfectly toasted great tasting brioche bun with lots of lobster. Clam chowder is amazing as well. Lobster bisque also good but we liked the clam chowder best. I wasn't crazy about the shrimp Alfredo pasta. Shrimp good but wasn't crazy about the sauce. Good service at the bar on a Sunday when they opened. You may want to make a reservation as most tables were reserved. Bloody Mary cocktails was on the small side and just ok.

Amazing food, everything was fresh and really delicious. Lobster roll was perfect. Kids were fighting over the last shrimp in the shrimp cocktail. Clam chowder in a bread bowl was also a hit. Must try.