CasaDamí

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

A Love Letter to European Living

CasaDamí describes itself plainly and honestly: a love letter to European living, where every meal feels timeless and every detail is crafted with care. Set on Newport Boulevard in Newport Beach, this chef-driven restaurant and wine bar draws inspiration from La Dolce Vita, weaving together the flavors of France, Italy, and Spain into a single, unhurried dining experience.

The menu spans lunch, brunch, and dinner, with small plates at the heart of the offering — an approach that encourages sharing, lingering, and the kind of easy conversation that good European dining tends to produce. Outdoor seating extends the atmosphere beyond the dining room, making the most of the Southern California climate.

Monday Nights Done Right

One of the more distinctive recurring offerings is Steak Frites Monday — a prix fixe menu priced at $55 per guest, served every Monday evening. The format is tight and deliberate: a prime skirt steak, CasaDamí's signature Damí salad, and a house-made affogato to close. No à la carte on those nights, beverages ordered separately. It's a model of comfort and focus that says a great deal about how the kitchen thinks.

Wine at the Center

Wine Spectator recognized CasaDamí with its Award of Excellence in 2025, a distinction that reflects the seriousness of the wine program here. For a restaurant rooted in European cuisine — where the relationship between food and wine is foundational — this recognition feels fitting rather than incidental. From a morning coffee to an evening glass, the pacing of a visit to CasaDamí is meant to mirror the rhythms of the continent it draws from.

Private events and bespoke gatherings are also part of what CasaDamí offers, with the team available to curate tailored experiences for groups.