Book an unforgettable private dining experience at Ocean 48. Whether you need a private dining room for a business meeting, a celebratory dinner, or a catered event, you’ll experience luxurious service and high-quality steak and seafood for all occasions. Our private events team is dedicated to their pursuit of unmatched hospitality, ambiance, and care that Ocean 48 is known for. Indulge in innovative, yet classic, American steakhouse cuisine and fresh seafood in our private event space in Newport Beach.
Book your private event today.
This form is intended for group dining inquiries of 14 guests or more. For all other reservations, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the restaurant directly by phone or through our standard reservation platform.
Submissions for smaller parties will only be considered if requesting a private room with an event contract.
The Balboa Room is a semi-private dining option perfect for special gatherings. This space can be further enhanced by including the adjacent Balboa Bar for a sophisticated cocktail hour. The semi-private setting provides a blend of exclusivity and classic steakhouse ambiance, making it ideal for memorable private events.
Balboa Room Capacity: 40
The Ocean Room offers an intimate private dining space where guests can enjoy a cozy ambiance enhanced by a fireplace and a view of the exhibition kitchen, allowing for a unique and engaging dining experience. This elegant room combines classic steakhouse hospitality with a contemporary coastal touch, making it a perfect choice for sophisticated and memorable private dinners.
Ocean Room Capacity: 11
The Pool Room at Ocean 48 is a sophisticated private dining venue. This expansive space features a warm fireplace, offering a cozy ambiance for special gatherings. Guests enjoy a unique view into the restaurant’s exhibition kitchen, enhancing the dining experience with culinary theater. The room’s atmosphere is further elevated by a stunning reflection pool and an overhead skylight, allowing natural light to fill the space and creating a vibrant, inviting environment perfect for memorable private events.
Pool Room Capacity: 80
The Whiskey Room at Ocean 48 is a secluded private dining space designed to provide a distinct sense of intimacy away from the main restaurant buzz. Its mirror wall, elegant wood paneling, and dark curtains create a sexy, moody ambiance that’s perfect for exclusive gatherings. The room’s thoughtful design ensures a sense of privacy and separation, allowing guests to enjoy their special occasion in a sophisticated, atmospheric setting that feels both exclusive and inviting.
Whisky Room Capacity: 16
The Crystal Cove Room is an elegant private dining space. Guests are greeted by a beautiful wine wall, adding both visual appeal and a hint of exclusivity to the space. The room also features a flat screen TV, ideal for presentations, special video moments, or enhancing the atmosphere for group events. Its refined ambiance makes it a standout choice for celebrations, business gatherings, or memorable dinners.
Crystal Cove Room Capacity: 38
The Lido Room offers an intimate and stylish setting. Distinctive white curtains provide a modern, airy elegance to the space while maintaining a sense of privacy. One of the highlights of the Lido Room is its optional view overlooking the Balboa Bar, allowing guests to enjoy a lively or secluded experience depending on the occasion. The room effortlessly combines contemporary design with flexibility for various private events.
Lido Room Capacity: 26
For larger gatherings, the Crystal Cove and Lido Rooms can be seamlessly combined to accommodate greater guest counts and provide a more expansive event space. This flexible option allows hosts to tailor the layout to their event needs, creating a cohesive atmosphere that’s perfect for grand celebrations, corporate functions, or special occasions requiring both elegance and versatility.
Crystal Cove + Lido Room Capacity: 70
Please add 7.75% sales tax, 20% gratuity, and a 4% service charge. Prices are subject to change without notice.
*Consuming raw or undercooked meat, shellfish, poultry, fish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness. Any of these items may be served raw or undercooked or may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. These items may be cooked to your order.
GF(gluten-friendly)— Made with ingredients that do not naturally contain gluten. Items may not contain less than 20 ppm of gluten as our kitchen is not a gluten-free environment.
This form is intended for group dining inquiries of 14 guests or more. For all other reservations, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the restaurant directly by phone or through our standard reservation platform.
Submissions for smaller parties will only be considered if requesting a private room with an event contract.
151 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Located in the Fashion Island | Newport Beach Shopping Center
Restaurant 949-989-0048 | guestservicesnewport@ocean48.com
