Newport Rib Company

Enter at your own risk. We have been visiting Newport Beach for years and our family of 5 Celiacs have always had this as a must stop while we’re here. Unfortunately, this week we stopped in and did not have that great experience of years past. The waitress did not know what was gf or not and to the point of bringing us a book. We asked if there was anyone else we could speak with and she said there were no specialists. When I said we’d probably have to leave because we didn’t feel safe, she said, “yeah, that’d probably be best”. Maybe, we just had bad timing. Items are clearly marked, but, we just didn’t have a good vibe. Bummed. Our 2 star rating is for the safeness of the food and this experience with the service, not the taste remembered from previous visits which was great.

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Good

I was a little worried about a safe Gf meal because we ordered takeout & my meal wasn’t marked as GF. However, it was a totally safe meal & the pulled pork sandwich was amazing! I didn’t try any of the sides or cornbread, but I would definitely eat here again!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Somewhat

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Some

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Great BBQ! The owner’s son has celiac so the staff was very knowledgeable. We did takeout, every container of the meal was marked with “gf” or “not gf” Definitely recommend!

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Very

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

How confident are you that this establishment takes safety precautions against cross-contamination?

— Very

Safety Feature Ratings

• Dedicated gluten-free space in the kitchen
• Staff is knowledgeable and can answer questions
• Food comes out flagged or marked gluten-free

Is there a gluten-free menu?

— Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu

How much of the menu is available gluten-free?

— Most

How would you rate the taste and quality of the gluten-free food you tried?

— Excellent

Other Characteristics

• Good for dairy-free
• Good for kids
• Good for lunch
• Good for takeout
• Offers delivery
• Offers online ordering

We were staying in HB and needed a good place for dinner. Newport Rib Company did not disappoint! So many GF choices. All of the meat was GF. They also offer GF burger buns, fries and cornbread. They even have a gf Chocolate cake for dessert. Everything we had was great. My son has celiac and is very sensitive. He didn’t have any issues after eating there. We liked it so much we went back the next night. The owner’s son has celiac so they get it.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

We love Newport Rib! We had a catered birthday party for my son and everything was gluten free except for the corn bread. They brought me 6 gf corn bread muffins in a separate container. The owners have a special interest in keeping gluten free items safe for Celiacs. Great food!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The owner has issues with gluten, so most of their food is or can be made gluten free. The ribs and BBQ sauce are excellent.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

The amount of gf options were amazing! Staff super knowledgeable and friendly. Server caught the croutons and cheese on my salad I didn’t even think about to ask to be removed. The Gluten free ribs and cornbread were amazing! Will return every-time in town!!! Owner on site, friendly, and very knowledgeable!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Absolutely amazing!! In the area for our family Christmas holidays and went here for New Year's Eve dinner. Friendly staff, very knowledgeable about GF safety, delicious, mouth-watering ribs, crunchy green salad, and the GF cornbread muffins are to die for! They even bake them in different shaped pans from the glutinous ones so there's no mix up. Would definitely go back the next time we're in town!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Ate here this evening with my husband and 11 year old daughter who has celiac. The food was amazing. Gluten free choices were abundant. GF corn bread was very good. My daughter had chicken and french fries. They use a separate fryer so they were safe. We will definitely come back the next time we are in town

Celiac friendly?

Yes

I was very impressed. When I called to order my party pack, they explained what was (bbq sauce) and wasn't (a few sides) GF. The GF corn muffins were pretty good, and the entire meal was delicious. I was totally confident my meal was GF.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Tasty and was so nice to have the GF corn muffins to start. Our server even brought me dairy free butter for my muffins! I had ribs and brisket and my daughter (also celiac) had the Cobb salad with a side of fries!

This place is awesome!! We went here with our family of 5. Three of us have Celiac. A huge selection of Gluten Free items. All BBQ sauce is gf. They even had a dedicated fryer for gf fries. And they gave us gf corn bread muffins!! Awesome food, fantastic drinks, a great night out! Highly recommend!

Everything labeled on the menu gluten free, tested the fries and baby back ribs with the nima tester and came back with smiley face, delicious food

Celiac friendly?

Yes

amazingly good food. GF corn bread OMG... must of the menu is GF. really nice restaurant to boot

Celiac friendly?

Yes

An amazing place to go if you are gluten free or not! Over half the menu is naturally gluten free. The baby back ribs were excellent - probably the best I have ever had! Great choices - ribs, chicken, steak and seafood. The best was the grilled artichoke appetizer with 3 sauces.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Ribs were great as was the gluten free cornbread, but there were mixups with the sides causing doubts in care and safety.

We ate here two times and both were very good en glutenfree. Very friendly staff too!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very delicious food. Menu clearly shows your gf options or tells you to ask your server if it can be made gf with a substitute, which they may not always have. I was hoping to have their corn bread but it was all gone.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Love this place but this time the waitress put the gf cornbread in a basket with regular corn bread. Usually it is served separate and by a different waiter.

Celiac friendly?

No

The last three times I have eaten here I have been glutened. I won't be returning.

Celiac friendly?

No

Lots of choices and staff aware. They even have a gf cornbread available.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great food! Knowledgeable staff! Got the pulled pork sandwich to go and the bun held up great. Will be back the next time I am in town!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

loved the gf corn bread and gf bun, yumm

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Best corn bread ever. All meats are GF except one! Will go back again.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome dinner! The staff even get cross contamination. Nice to be able to have corn bread with dinner! Woo hoo

Celiac friendly?

Yes

BBQ Brisket was great~Memphis standard!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

they have gluten free corn bread, woo hoo and the after dinner hot wipe is refreshing.

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Very gluten aware! Gluten free and dairy free options available. Cornbread, BBQ ribs, BBQ baked beans, felt like I didn't even have food allergies!!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Gluten free and casein free options, including separate fryer, buns, and cornbread!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Excellent barbecue, with all the classics like ribs, steak, potato salad, beans, etc being gluten free. They even have GF cornbread! Staff is very knowledgable, and it's one of my favorite places to eat in Orange County. I have Celiacs and have never gotten sick there. Great restaurant!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Went in last night for dinner. The first rib combo is delicious. It comes with gluten-free corn bread and I had a Redbridge beer and grilled artichokes. Naples is amazing!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Great cornbread!

Celiac friendly?

Yes

Awesome ribs and yummy gf corn bread!

This place has a number of gluten free options. The beef ribs were mediocre.

Very accommodating because they understand gf. I like the ribs and gf bundt cake dessert

they are amazing here. staff is well informed and will make sure everything your meal comes with is ok for you to eat! Love their ribs!! my only issue was that I didn't care for the gf cornbread I got that night. I plan on trying it again next time I go to see if the first time was just a dry/crispy batch. highly recommend!

Awsome GF selection and great service

I will be back

Awesome food and service.

What a great restaurant! Our server was very knowledgeable about the gluten free options and boy were they tasty. We went right between happy hour and dinner and there was no wait. Highly recommend this place if you are in the area.

We were on Irvine and wanted a good meal. We found this restaurant. OMG, it is sooooo good, the portions are large and the service was great too. And the warm lemon-scented cloth at the end of the meal was a definitely a plus. We definitely will come back when we return to Orange County

Lots of great options! The gluten-free cornbread is great!

Great food and huge gluten free menu

Great GF burger, fries and cornbread!! And they let us bring our GF cake fir my birthday!