Garden FAQs
Are you dog friendly?
We do allow dogs outside on our patio.
Are your tables all outside?
We offer both indoor and outdoor dining.
Are you part of the Brasserie?
We are sister restaurants. The Brasserie is a separate restaurant at a separate location.
Can I reserve a table on the rooftop?
Reservations can be made for outdoors. Requests can be made for the roof, but we cannot guarantee them. Rooftop seating is first come, first served.
What is the maximum number of people I can reserve a table for?
We can accommodate a maximum of 10 people at a table.
Do you accept walk-ins?
We do accept walk-ins, but reservations are highly encouraged.
Are you kid friendly?
We are children friendly.
Do you validate parking?
We do not validate parking.
Where can I park?
There is metered street parking as well as several paid lots around the surrounding area.
Where are you? I can’t find the restaurant.
We are located in Brick Market place, behind Cupcake Charlie's and across America's Cup Ave. from the Newport Harbor Hotel.
Do you have gluten free options?
We do have gluten free options including gluten free bread for any sandwiches.
Do you have vegan/vegetarian options?
We do have vegan and vegetarian options.
Do you have a kids menu?
We do have a kids menu. All kids meals are $12.
Can I reserve a table outside if it’s nice and inside if it rains?
We can only reserve one table per party. We cannot guarantee being able to move tables from outdoors to indoors or indoors to outdoors upon arrival.
Can we bring our own cake? Is there a cake cutting fee?
You can bring a cake. We charge a $5 cake cutting fee per guest.
Can we bring our own wine?
Yes, we have corkage fee of $25 per bottle.
Is your menu the same at the Brasserie’s?
We do have a separate menu from the Brasserie. We serve an Asian-inspired menu, whereas the Brasserie is more French-American.
Is your restaurant on the water?
We are not located directly on the water, but are directly across from the water. We have water views from the rooftop and most indoor tables.
How far in advanced can I make a reservation?
Reservations can be made as early and as far as advance as you would like. Reservations are highly encouraged.
Can I reserve a table specifically for outside? How do I do that on OpenTable?
Reservations specific to outdoors can be made. On OpenTable, there will be options for indoor or outdoor dining. If an option is not showing up at a specific date and time, it means it is unavailable.
I have a reservation for inside. Why can’t you seat me outside?
We cannot guarantee moving reservations indoors or outdoors upon arrival. Our reservations fill up quickly and tables are reserved and held for those who specifically booked indoors or outdoors.
Where is the Brasserie and how do I get there?
Less than a five minute walk away, the Brasserie is located at 28 Washington Square across from the Jane Pickens movie theater.
I booked a reservation at the Brasserie. Why can’t you get me in here?
Because they are two seperate restaurants, reservations are specific to the location that was booked.