Clockwise from top left : renderings of the hotel ’ s Pinwheel Kids Club , The Elwood Club ’ s pub with golf simulator and the club ’ s cabaret ; guest rooms featuring relaxing green tones
also be served in this space , formerly occupied by Oak Grill when the property was Fashion Island Hotel . Past diners will recall the romantic patio dotted with mature trees strung with lights ; this patio will be part of the new Set . Inside , the restaurant ’ s design was inspired by an ultra-luxury yacht . The former Oak Grill bar was converted to a sushi bar while a new bar for mixing drinks — one of six on the property — was built on the other side of the room . Set ’ s menu will showcase organic , sustainable and locally sourced seasonal ingredients .
Set dishes were developed with James Beard Foundation Smart Catch Leader JoJo Ruiz to accentuate the creative culinary mind of Executive Chef James Jung , who oversees this restaurant operated on the property by Clique Hospitality . Chef Ben Martinek , previously of Montage Laguna Beach , will helm the rest of the hotel and club restaurants .
Elsewhere on the property , where Aqua Lounge was once located in Fashion Island Hotel , the signature Bar Pendry will be a stylish outpost with dark wood , rich colors and deep green accents . A new bar top was built for this area , which will serve as more of a lounge with a baby grand piano , handcrafted cocktail menu and cozy gathering space .
Other eateries at the hotel will include Tree Shack , with an alfresco setting , lush landscape and a Baja-inspired menu of snacks and poolside drinks . The Pavilion will be a classic breakfast destination for hotel guests , locals and members alike , serving up California-inspired fare from traditional favorites to Newport Beach signature dishes , Vittoria Coffee drinks and more .
Aside from dining options , Pendry will offer more than 14,000 square feet of meeting and event space , including an 8,710-square-foot ballroom , plus a fitness center , spa and outdoor pool with expansive sun deck and cabanas . Munge says the vision was to create a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces . The pool area features a playful and unexpected checker pattern , which
extends to the grid design on rugs throughout the property for a cohesive thread that runs between the spaces .
In addition to interior design by Munge , hotel architecture was by WATG and landscape architecture by Burton Studio .
“ What is really special about Pendry Hotels & Resorts is that each property embraces the cities that they are located in ,” Hoffman says . “ With that , each hotel has a tremendous sense of place for their respective surroundings and that will be no different here in Newport Beach . Pendry Newport Beach will embrace the California culture through lush , garden-themed interiors , open-air walkways and outdoor space , all while offering unique experiences as you move through the resort . Some of my favorites will be Bar Pendry for a great handcrafted cocktail or our outdoor dining option by the pool , Tree Shack . I have no doubt that our guests , locals and members will be able to find the perfect spot to match their mood .” NBM
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