If you’ve made it this far into our website, you’ve probably already figured out this isn’t some giant corporate rental company run by people who’ve never touched the Newport boardwalk.

Balboa eBike Rentals is local-owned, local-run, and honestly about as “Peninsula local” as it gets. I ride this boardwalk every single day. Not once in a while. Every day. I know the businesses, the people, the shortcuts, the best rides, the best food, and all the spots that have actually stood the test of time around here.

This page isn’t a list of tourist traps or places paying to be here.

These are the real local favorites.

The spots that have been here forever.
The places locals actually recommend to their friends.
Good food. Good people. Good vibes. Tried and true Newport Beach staples.

Some of these places you’ve probably heard of.
Some you probably haven’t.

Either way — if you want the real Newport Beach experience instead of the generic tourist version of it… start here.