For guests staying at Pendry Newport Beach, the outdoor mall, Fashion Island, is a few minute walk where you can find many restaurants and shops. For good food and a better scene, we recommend Joey.
This is our favorite beach in California and we hope the weather is good enough for you to enjoy! If it isn't tanning weather, we still recommend walking down the boardwalk. Our favorite spots to eat on the Newport Beach Peninsula are Bear Flag (fish & poke - fast casual that is great for lunch or dinner) and Mama D's (Italian - dinner spot).
For guests staying at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott, the Lantern District in Dana Point is approx. 1 mile away where you can find many great restaurants and shops. We have yet to been, but we have heard Truly Pizza is one of the best in OC!
For guests staying at the Inn at Mission San Juan Capistrano, the downtown is 1 block away where you can find many restaurants, shops and the historical Mission. If you love BBQ food, we recommend Heritage BBQ (rated the best in OC)!