Brightwaters Wine Bar and Restaurant

Name: Brightwaters Wine Bar and Restaurant
Address: 180 5th Street, Huntington Beach, CA, 92648, US
Telephone: +1 714-465-9803
Price range: $$

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Brightwaters Wine Bar and Restaurant is an American restaurant located at 180 5th Street, Huntington Beach. They offer a full menu of great wine, cocktails, and food. On Tuesdays, they have Locals Night specials from 4 - 9 pm and on Mother's Day, they have a special menu with delicious specials that you won't want to miss. With a patio view that has a vibe and pub runs every second Wednesday at 6 pm for free complimentary beverage, Brightwaters is the perfect place to enjoy handcrafted tequila cocktails this Cinco De Mayo weekend.

Recent social media posts

09/03/2026

Bright, fresh, and made for sharing, because some of the best evenings start with a few plates in the middle and something good in your glass.🍷🌊⁠
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09/02/2026

Layers of flavor, texture, and color, designed to keep you discovering something new with every bite. 🍽️🌊
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08/28/2026

Your Friday plans just found their missing piece. 🍕🍻

Our pizza starts with dough made in-house, then gets topped with thoughtfully selected ingredients and finished in the kitchen until every bite is just right.

Pair it with a handcrafted cocktail, a bottle from our curated wine selection, or a cold local beer from California, and consider the weekend officially started. 🌊🍷

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08/26/2026

Yes, we make the buns too. 👀🍔

For our chefs, even the simplest details deserve attention. From the bread made fresh in our kitchen to the final plate, every element is approached with the same care, creativity, and passion.

One bite and you’ll understand why no detail is too small. 😉🍽️🌊

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08/25/2026

Four years of Brightwaters. Four years of you. 🥂🌺

This September, we’re celebrating our 4th Anniversary, and we’d love to celebrate it with the community that has made these past four years so special.

Join us for an evening of great food, beautiful pours, music, and a few anniversary surprises along the way.

🍽️ Special Menu
🎶 Live DJ
🍸 Craft Cocktails
🍷 Curated Wines
🍺 Local Beer

Saturday, September 19th
6–11 PM

From dinners around the table to glasses raised with friends, thank you, Huntington Beach, for being part of our story. Here’s to four years, and everything still to come. 🌊🥂

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08/21/2026

Prepared with purpose. Finished with precision.⁠ 🥂
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⁠Fresh ingredients, thoughtful preparation, and every plate finished with intention. ⁠
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It’s the kind of care you may not always see, but you can certainly taste.⁠
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Come hungry. We’ll take care of the rest. 🍽️🌊⁠
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08/20/2026

One for you. One for me.🍹🍹⁠
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Two cocktails. Two completely different reasons to stay for another round. 🥃⁠
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Meet two of our newest handcrafted creations: the Coquito and Strawberry Cowboy Colada. ⁠
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Different flavors, equally hard to resist. So tell us…⁠
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Which one are you reaching for first? 👀🍹⁠
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08/19/2026

Your next favorite wine might be in this flight. 🍷🌊
Explore a flight, compare each pour, and maybe find a new favorite along the way. Whether you know exactly what you love or simply want to try something new, we’ll help you find a glass worth coming back for.

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08/14/2026

The kind of plate that disappears quickly. 🥰

Chef’s Carpaccio brings together shaved filet, toasted pistachios, pickled shish*tos, tarragon, horseradish cream, black garlic, arugula, Parmesan, and house chips.

Order one for the table, whether you share it is entirely up to you. 🥂

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08/13/2026

Consider this your sign to save room for dessert. 🍰🍷

Rich German Chocolate Cake or a soft, delicate Gluten-Free Lemon Cake, one decadent, one bright and refreshing, and both nearly impossible to pass up. 🥂

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08/12/2026

When the bartender has a favorite, you know you have to try it. 🍓🍹

Meet Joshua, holding his current pick from our new cocktail lineup.

The Strawberry Cowboy Colada. 🍓🤠

Come say hi and discover your new favorite, too. 🌊

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08/08/2026

Whether you're catching up with friends, planning a date night, or simply slowing down after a day by the ocean, we've saved you a seat.⁠
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Handcrafted cocktails, seasonal dishes, a cozy atmosphere and warm hospitality. Everything you need for a memorable experience just steps from the beach. 🌊🥃⁠
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Address

180 5th Street
Huntington Beach, CA
92648

For those taking public transport, take the Orange County Transit Authority Bus to Main Street in Huntington Beach. Walk south on Main Street and turn left onto 5th Street. The destination will be on your left.

For those who are driving, head towards downtown Huntington Beach and look for parking options along 5th Street or nearby side streets. The restaurant can be found on the south side of 5th Street between Walnut Avenue and Olive Avenue.

Opening Hours

Tuesday	4pm - 9pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 9pm
Thursday	11:30am - 9pm
Friday	11:30am - 9pm
Saturday	11am - 9pm
Sunday	11am - 5pm

Telephone

+1 714-465-9803

Website

http://Brightwaterswinebar.com/

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What people say

Brightwaters Wine Bar and Restaurant is a fantastic American restaurant located on 5th Street in Huntington Beach. This establishment offers an extensive menu of delicious food, great wine, and handcrafted cocktails that are sure to satisfy any palate. The restaurant's social media pages showcase the exciting events and specials they offer, such as their monthly wine dinners featuring Peju wines and their Brightwaters PUB RUN. Locals can also enjoy select drink and wine specials on Tuesday nights after visiting the Surf City Nights farmers market. The cozy atmosphere of this restaurant makes it perfect for intimate gatherings or a night out with friends. If you're looking for a unique dining experience with exceptional food and drinks, Brightwaters Wine Bar and Restaurant is definitely worth checking out!