Field Guide · 7 min · May 2026
The Ultimate Newport Bender: A Local's Guide to a Wild Day & Night
From the first 32oz Schooner at Mutt Lynch's to the dance floor at The Country Club — the exact itinerary for partying like a Newport local, head to toe in Krunkie.
If you're visiting Newport Beach, you go to the pier. If you live in Newport Beach, you go on a quest.
The beauty of the Newport Peninsula (and the 17th Street haunts in Costa Mesa) is that the dress code is "Coastal Chaos." You can spend the morning in the water, hop into a bar wearing your Krunkie gear, and instantly look like you belong.
Want to party like a local? Put on your favorite Krunkie hoodie, grab your sunglasses, and follow this exact itinerary.
1. The Kickoff: Mutt Lynch's
In Newport, the party starts whenever the first Schooner is poured. You don't go to Mutt Lynch's for a quiet dinner; you go for a massive 32oz beer and the best view of the boardwalk. Located literally steps from the sand, this is the ultimate day-party hub where the energy is always at a ten.
The Vibe: sandy feet, loud music, and pure boardwalk energy. The Look: throw a Krunkie graphic tee over your trunks — you'll be heading back and forth between the bar and the waves all morning.
2. The Midday Fuel: Cassidy's Cliffside Tavern
Once you've had enough sun, walk a few blocks down to Cassidy's. Don't let the "dive bar" exterior fool you — this is the heart and soul of the Peninsula. It's dark, it's loud, and they serve arguably the best cheeseburger in Orange County. The perfect place to reset before the second half of the day.
The Vibe: no-nonsense, local-heavy, and legendary. The Move: this is where a Krunkie trucker hat comes in handy to handle that "post-surf" hair while you grab a booth and a burger.
3. The Afternoon Pivot: Stag Bar + Kitchen
As the daytime beach crowd thins out, head to the base of the Newport Pier to Stag Bar. It's been a staple since 1908, and it's where the "afternoon beers" naturally transition into "nighttime plans." It's the bridge between the beach and the real party.
The Vibe: high-energy grit meets historic Newport charm. The Look: the marine layer usually starts rolling in around now. Time to pull out the Krunkie hoodie — the unofficial Newport uniform for that evening temperature drop.
From sand to club, in one outfit. That's the whole point.
4. The 17th Street Jump: Wild Goose Tavern
Time to ditch the Peninsula and grab a quick Uber to 17th Street in Costa Mesa. Wild Goose is the "Hunting Lodge" party you didn't know you needed. Think elevated bar bites, stiff cocktails, and a crowd that's 100% in the know.
The Vibe: neighborhood tavern meets mixologist-driven party. Pro Tip: the outdoor patio is prime people-watching territory. Looking sharp in your Krunkie gear here ensures you don't look like a tourist who got lost on the way to the mall.
5. The Grand Finale: The Country Club
If you still have gas in the tank, end your night at The Country Club. By day it's a beautiful restaurant; by night the tables disappear, the DJ takes over, and it becomes the wildest dance floor in the area.
The Vibe: high-end atmosphere with a low-inhibition party spirit. The Finish: you've gone from the sand to the club. Because you're rocking Krunkie, you've looked like a local at every single stop.
Why Krunkie Is the Newport Essential
The secret to Newport style is versatility. You need pieces that can handle a splash of saltwater at Mutt's but still look street-ready for a cocktail at Wild Goose. We build our gear for the people who live this cycle every weekend. Shop the Local's Collection — Newport-ready hoodies, hats, and tees — at the bottom of this post.