Al Forno Caffe

★★★★★ 4.5 (801) • $$

"Good food and knowledgeable, friendly service. We had pizza which was quite good. Asparagus appetizer was good but a little skimpy on asparagus. Big wine list. Prices are reasonable overall. Highly recommended."

Bistango

★★★★☆ 4 (996) • $$$

"Amazing! My girlfriend and I decided to come here for date night after seeing the reviews from others. It lived up to its hype. This was one of my favorite dining experiences in a long time.The restaurant is beautiful and the staff were among the most attentive I have ever seen. Our waiter must have stopped by our table at least a dozen times during our meal to refill water and offer more bread and butter.The food was exquisite. Portions are small but my girlfriend and I liked that. I got the Japanese pumpkin ravioli and she got the pan seared scallop Risotto. They were both amazing. For dessert, we got the almond pear tart and profiteroles. We loved both of those as well!The night that we went, there was live music which made the experience even more fun. We will definitely consider coming back here again for another date night in the future!"

Cortina's Orange

★★★★☆ 4.4 (788) • $$

"Yeah, it's a great sandwich.It's been years since I've been to Cortina's. I've only visited the Anaheim location, but Orange is less chaotic and we were feeling like sandwiches today so we went for it.1130 is still a solid time to visit. The food arrived quickly and we were able to find seating without an issue. The sandwiches prices have definitely gone up, but they are pretty large so it you at least get a very full meal out of them. No major complaints from the table. Overall, all the food was enjoyed. I probably have the biggest gripe-I was the only one that got a hot sandwich, the chicken marinara, and my biggest issue is that it was at best lukewarm so the temperature was just not right. Cheese wasn't melted enough. It could've used some extra time warming it up however they do it. This is not the type of sandwich you want to eat at room temperature. It still tasted good and the bread is fantastic.Now that I returned, I want to run through the menu some more and knock out some other items. But let's be honest, the real reason I'll be coming back is because of the black cherry soda, which is delicious. If you've been there, you know. Most of people seem to get it. It's definitely a thing."

Inka Cantina

★★★★☆ 4.1 (757) • $$

"Food was delicious! We started with the heart antichuos which you have to eat right away, and was so good with the potato and corn. And, the calamar Frito, which was so good with the refreshing salad/salsa. Washed it all down with pisco sours, yum!The lomo saltado was very good, with tender meat, covered in flavorful sauce and plenty of fries and onions. The green sauce was spicier than most places. They ran out of bread. Staff was friendly, Def would come back!"

Flower Child

★★★★☆ 4.3 (641) • $$

"I love this place never disappoint. It's healthy it's fresh. Service is very helpful and indoor and outdoor seating."

The Green Olive

★★★★☆ 4.1 (640) • $$

"It's all about the food the ambiance and vibe. I have eaten here for many years the restaurant is setup and located inside the liquor store in back of the store they only have a two sets of two person seating tables it's clean the staff are chill always nice and ordering is easy low key just order take it home is what most people do. Chicken Kebabs Grilled perfectly and seasoned well it comes with rice a small salad and hummus and pita it's very good and that salad dressing is the bomb I'd suggest you buy an extra one and eat it with the chicken this meal was a 8/10 it was so good I ate all of the salad and had a lot of rice and chicken leftover. Hummus delicious but the pita bread is mid and not homemade it will do but I prefer it made fresh. 7/10 Strawberry cheesecake Delicious very buttery crust and soo good. Side salad I ordered a larger one to go and bought an extra salad dressing that was divine it's a yogurt based garlicky sauce and I love it. Green sauce For dipping the chicken in this one is tasty. Tsaziki sauce Creamy garlicky and soo bomb I always buy extra. I definitely recommend that you give them a try there's so much more on that menu grilled salmon beef kebabs falafel gyros and more. Just me Shawn C. ; )"

Esther's Place

★★★★★ 4.7 (465) • $

"I work at a school in Westminster, and I am always looking for different local businesses to try. When lunchtime approaches, my coworker and I are often stumped when deciding what to try. She mentioned Esther's Place as she had eaten there a few times with another colleague. I am always up for a good sandwich, so we agreed on this restaurant for lunch.My coworker picked up the food and brought it back. She mentioned to the owner that I had not yet eaten at this place. The owner was so sweet and gave a complimentary cup of soup since I was a brand new customer. Gotta love small businesses who show appreciation for new patrons!I had the chicken salad on wheat bread, and a vegetable soup which was perfectly hot on this cool, crispy day. The vegetable soup was flavorful and I did not feel like I was missing a protein. It had potatoes, celery, and carrots, perfectly cooked. Broth was tasty, would definitely purchase this in the future. The chicken salad was fresh and light, not lost in mayonnaise. The bread was fresh as well, and the vegetables offered a nice crunch to the sandwich.Esther's Place uses quality ingredients to deliver a quality dining experience. Will definitely be adding this spot to our lunchtime rotation. Thank you!"

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (878) • $$

"Our kids loved dining at Olive Garden when we lived in Lynnwood, WA. After moving to Irvine, CA, we go there regularly for the lunch special. The Irvine location is the best one in Orange County. The service is consistently excellent, making each visit a pleasant experience.Our kids enjoy the kids' menu and love dipping the signature breadsticks into the Zuppa Toscana and Chicken Gnocchi soups. They always say it's so tasty.I highly recommend it for a delightful family meal!"

Modo Mio Rustic Italian Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4 (568) • $$

"I really enjoyed my experience at this restaurant! Would definitely come back. This restaurant is located in a small shopping center (other stores include Banana Republic, Williams Sonoma, and Fetneh Blake Concept, as well as many other eateries). It is within walking distance of Crystal Cove State Park. There is a pretty big parking lot but parking can be tough to find in the evening. My party of two arrived around 6:30 PM on a Saturday and we were immediately seated. You can also make a reservation if you want to be safe.The ambiance is fancy but not too fancy, which I thought was perfect. Service was good. Our waiter was friendly and attentive and provided great recommendations. Food was served very quickly. We were started off with complimentary bread and mushrooms. Before we were able to finish that, our dishes started to come out.For an appetizer, we got an apple and candied walnut salad (I don't know the name because it was recommended by our waiter). The kitchen was able to serve the salad on two plates so that my friend and I could share the salad. The kitchen was very, very generous with the candied walnuts. Perhaps a little too generous as the walnuts made up almost half of the salad, but I appreciate that they didn't skimp on it. The capellini checa, which was also recommended by our waiter, was sooo good and well-flavored. I highly recommend it! We added shrimp for $9 and were given six good-sized shrimps. Portion size was goods I ended up bringing home about a third of my plate.In short, I would definitely come back here."

Habit Burger & Grill

★★★★☆ 3.7 (658) • $$

"Yesenia I think this is her name. Yesterday, I went to get a salad and a cookies and cream shake. When I received the shake, it was not full and there was no whip cream. I suppose it was the manager or lead who gave it to me. Yesenia apologized and filled the shake to the appropriate level, adding whip cream and cookie crumbs. I wish I had taken pictures of it before and after! Her customer service is exceptional! That lead or manager should take some notes and learn how to properly make a shake! The only reason I gave them 5 stars is because of this wonderful employee!!P.S. if I misspelled your name I do apologize."

Cabo Taco Baja Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (563) • $$

"The service was great, our waitress was friendly and efficient. We were catching a movie and she was able to take our order almost immediately. We ordered tacos - carne asada and shrimp. Just something quick and safe since we were short on time. Unfortunately, the carne asada was a bit dry and lacking flavor. The shrimp tacos were good though. Perhaps next time we will try something else."

The Crab Cooker

★★★★☆ 3.6 (693) • $$

"I haven't been to the Crab Cooker for a couple of years and driving by decided to stop in for a quick lunch. It was a bit after 2pm so maybe 20% full. I ordered the steamed clams which were delicious. Of course at the Crab Cooker all food is served on paper/plastic plates with plastic utensils. My clams arrived steaming hot in the broth they were steamed in. They were delicious with the melted butter. As all steamed clams lovers know the best part of the meal is dunking fresh bread in the clam broth. None was brought with the meal so I asked my server if I could have some bread. She advised me that bread didn't come with it so if I wanted some I'd have to buy it. She brought out a loaf of bread, sliced, I said she could slice it, in 10 big slices. I was by myself so I did enjoy 2 of the big slices dipped in the broth. The price of this loaf of bread is $4.95. on top of the steamed clams. I understand if a person wants bread for the table it would be fair if a restaurant wants to charge for it. But I don't think it's good customer service to serve a dish like this without a slice or 2 of bread. I left the majority of the bread on the table. I could have taken it but I'm not a big bread eater except when I want it for special meals. I live alone and there was no one to share with. I'm very disappointed with the "chicken poo poo ' attitude of this restaurant and I'm taking the time to call them out."

Cachi Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (450) • $

"My vendor friend and I came here for a drink after lunch. This café is pretty cute and there was a lot of indoor seating for you to pick from. You order from the kiosk and they'll call your name when the order is done. Minimal contact with staff. My vendor friend got the 16oz Iced Tea ($2.70) and I ordered a 20oz Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte with Oat Milk ($7.35). We both enjoyed our drinks. The matcha was good quality and it was a nice drink for me to take with me on the road. We sat ourselves while waiting for the order and there were crumbs left by the previous patrons. They didn't look too busy when we came in so I don't see why they can't keep the place clean. I also got a Cachi Special ($10.75) sandwich togo for my sweet boyfriend. It comes with grilled chicken, prosciutto, mozzarella cheese, grilled mushrooms, fresh basil, olive tapenade and balsamic vinegar served on focaccia bread. I asked him how it was and it sounds dry and bready. Also when he was eating it I noticed him peeling off some bread around the edges where there was no filling. Probably not something we would get again. I think I'll stick to their drinks and skip the food here. Would consider another iced match if I find myself back in the area."

The India Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (470) • $$

"OMG! First time there and it's a hidden amazing spot. The food was so rich in taste and delicious I literally cleaned my plate! Everything was fresh. The service was great and so polite! Loved it def coming back. Super casual no fuss and kinda empty for how great the food was' loved it"

Suzy's Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.1 (514) • $$

"Great local neighborhood spot. Food was delicious, had an omelette for breakfast. Reasonably priced. Highly recommend."

Luna Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (514) • $$

"Great service. Very attentive staff. Naomi checked in at each table to ensure guests were enjoying their meal. Great food!"

Aloha Grill

★★★★☆ 3.5 (664) • $$

"5 stars for nostalgia. I just had to do it. All you people that know what I'm talking about, just go back. Clearly I don't live in HB anymore, but just said why not. Rainbow drink will do it. The bartender was super cool, vibe still there. Don't be scared, live it up. Ps. I didn't try the food."

Ambrose Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 3.5 (650) • $

"We love this place, great food big portion and tons of fun. We will always come back"

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (559) • $$

"We have been here many many times and this was actually the first time where the service was beyond amazing! If you want great service ask for Dominick! He was our server this past weekend and he was just amazing so attentive, kind, helpful and respectful! We will definitely be coming and asking for him! He gives you the true feeling of what great hospitality should be at a restaurant. We are outside which is fine for us the only down fall was the veggie soup one for the all you can eat soup and salad tastes soup this particular night ‍ but we just ordered different ones. The salad always great Dominick was so quick with our refills and kept checking in on us . Can't wait to come back again! We honestly didn't even care that the soup was nasty lol Dominick kept up with all our orders that it did not even fase us."

B Nutritious

★★★★★ 4.7 (330) • $$

"Been a minute since I'd have been in and I love the expanded menu. I'll be back again and againFood is excellent service is quick and it's a good place to chill and eat."

Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (621) • $$

"My cousin and I were craving zuppa toscana all weekend and decided to stop by Olive Garden on a Sunday night. Mandy was our waitress and she informed us about their never ending pasta deal and were quickly sold! She was very kind, attentive, and gave quick service. Good old Olive Garden never disappoints, cravings satisfied!"

Koftegi

★★★★★ 4.5 (351) • $$

"Koftegi, "maker of meat patties" is a hidden jewel tucked away in a few miles of mini malls with dozens of restos clinging to life in Little Arabia. Most of those places have their cadre of regulars despite sticky carpet and a perpetual layer of Hookah smoke floating inside at eye level. Koftegi ain't that. It's spotless and inviting. Wander in and a pleasant fellow takes one last bite of his Falafel and stands to greet you. He'll walk you to any table you like in both dining rooms. A Turkish/Arabic loop gnawed at my Western musical sensibilities until I appreciated it's calming effect. The din of Turkish spoken here will eclipse the music and the Flatscreen showing reruns of Mucize Lezzetler anyway. As you sit down and make your nest, the Host hands you a 28 page Menu that resembles a High School Year Book. There are glossy photos of everything on offer. That'll get you salivating like Pavlov's Puppies in seconds. The Meat is all Halal, so open your Paypal. The food is healthy but it doens't hurt to be wealthy as the pricing is up-market. $15.99 for a small bowl of Tabbouleh Salad. So, don't be bashful and bring a bag that's cash full. Like good Olive Oil you get as much quality as your budget can handle. On the plus side, the food is fresh, well prepared, made to order so nothing gets parched and dried out under a heat lamp. The portions are heroic and the food delicious. No matter you'll take half of it home any way to serve as a platform for your morning eggs if you can find them and still afford them. The Menu features Turkey's greatest hits. While Turkish cuisine can be complex and elegant, this is comfort food doing it's job, making you full, happy and happy you came here. There are only a couple of authentic Turkish spots in SoCal so this is definitely worth a try. The Staff: Other than the Host, there is only one waiter. The work at the tire shop must have been slow and he landed here. Never mind, you came here to eat, and good food takes time to get from the kitchen to your plate. Here it is, now yemek!The Decor: Look Mom they shrunk the Grand Bazaar. Who goes here? Pats and Ex-Pats and the odd culinary adventurer, me. The Food: You already have the idea. The food is good here. It is. Help yourself to a huge helping of Hummus. Creamy and tangy with a wading pool of excellent Olive Oil and a sprinkle of Sumac. Juggle a thin Pita the size of a Hummer Hubcap and go to town with this. A lovely Green Salad with a light Lemony Dressing rides shotgun for the Garlic Chicken Garlic Chicken were Thighs marinated in Garlic, Yogurt and the usual suspects, Sumac and Za'Atar. The mound of Chicken chunks were grilled just right. Still moist and tasty as your secret Chicken fantasy all nestled in a warm Pita to soak up the juices. This dish comes with a mound of Rice, a Roasted Tomato, a Jalapeno should you need a treat of heat and a cup of pure lip puckering Garlic Paste to slather over everything you can reach, (except your date). The Beef Shish Kabob required a construction permit. Tender Rib Eye pieces stacked up like Legos. Cooked perfectly, oozing Beefy juices and still crispy at the edges. There are lot's of choices on the Menu as long it's Beef or Chicken. Vegans need not apply. Dinner will be ample and hardy, perfect for a cold night in So Cal. You know, when it dips to 68 degrees. It's wonderful even if it's 80 degrees in the dead of Winter. Koftegi will serve you well as it's truly guzel."

Croutons

★★★★☆ 4 (438) • $$

"I'm so sad they redid their southwest corn chowder soup, the old recipe was my favorite. Their soups and salads are amazing and I wish I could eat here every day. I'm only taking a star away for the price. I don't think it should be that expensive. Otherwise the workers are so kind, parking is easy, and the food is excellent"

The Kebab Shop

★★★★☆ 4.3 (378) • $$

"I love the Kabob Shop. This location is great. I like that they also have kids plates.We have been to several locations and like all of them. We have been to this location the most. The lamb is always very good. They give a large portion and it goes great with the rice and the Mediterranean Salad. This combo is nothing but flavor. The salad is always fresh and the olives used are flavorful!They have the yogurt and the condiment bar and you can take as much as you want without paying extra.The restaurant is clean. We are always greeted by nice people and get good service.This place is fast, easy, and reasonably priced. It is one of my favorite places to go for a flavorful and more healthy eating option.The Kabab Shop..another reason the OC is the best place to live!!!"

The Kebab Shop

★★★★☆ 4.3 (366) • $$

"What a lovely place to grab and bite. Sit down or take it to go, the food is great, reasonably priced and worth every bite! Especially for weekends they have a kids eat free, so after a fun day at the mall stop by with the family! I truly appreciate the staff and their patience since it was my first time here and there are so many options. You can do a wrap, bowl or plate and there are many wonderful combinations that I wish I could have tried all in one go. But I decided on a grilled chicken bowl with fries and rice, and all that comes with. I did get to try all the sauces and let me say YUM. There are plenty seating options and self service for utensils, fountain drinks and sauce. The time i visited it was not super busy but as I ate many families and others came to dine in or grab pick up. It's a lively atmosphere and the playlist was on point that day. ++ After eating I felt full of energy in the best way, the portions and flavors just have you feeling great and excited for the next visit at this establishment! Overall 10/10."

Mr Sandwich

★★★★★ 4.5 (333) • $

"I've been coming here for roughly 20 years. They have the best freshest sandwiches and the service is amazing! The food portion is generous size as well, highly recommend!"

Sgt. Pepperoni's Pizza Store

★★★★☆ 4.4 (346) • $$

"We love Sgt Pepperoni's pizza! In addition to the pizza their garlic knots and pinwheels are sooo delicious! I love how you can order online and then pick up in the store which is so much easier because all of Sgt Pepperoni's locations are always crowned (probably because their pizza is so delicious). Another special thing about Sgt Pepperoni's is that they send out emails every month offering a special pizza flavor of the month. It's super fun to try the pizza of the month since the flavors are very creative like Korean and this month is BBQ brisket (with mushroom and caramelized onions) on a cauliflower crust. What is also special about the pizzas of the month is that they donate proceeds to charity.My favorite regular pizzas are the veggie (they even have broccoli and high quality vegetables) and BBQ chicken. My husband likes the Buffalo chicken the best. My tip for the pizza is to request it double cut because otherwise the slices are quite large.This location is by UC Irvine and they also have locations by the airport (Bristol) and in Aliso Viejo. All 3 are the same high quality and equally delicious."

The Parlor

★★★★★ 4.6 (313) • $$

"This restaurant is an absolute gem. Pizza here is fantastic and is always a go to spot. The crust is perfectly crisp, the toppings are fresh, and each slice is packed with flavor. We tried both the Sausage & Peppers and the Fiori e Limone. Both were amazing. You really can't go wrong with either one. They use high-quality ingredients, and it makes all the difference. They do serve other food, such as salad and pasta, but we have always gotten pizza. What really sets this place apart is the scenery. The ambiance is gorgeous, with a cool, relaxed vibe that makes it perfect for a night out with friends or a casual dinner. I love that The Parlor is a local spot, and it's become a go-to for me in the area. The combination of great food, great atmosphere, and supporting local businesses makes this place a winner."

Chick-fil-A

★★★★☆ 3.5 (522) • $$

"Really great service Melina at the register was so helpful and thoughtful! The food was made fast and the ambiance is calm and well cleaned."

Pita Grill Express

★★★★☆ 3.6 (489) • $$

"Unfortunately, nothing memorable about the food. I came here for lunch on a Monday. This place is called California Pita Grill, so not sure if there was a switch in owners. First time coming here, and probably last unfortunately. There are a lot of options here. I got the chicken pita wrap combo with Greek salad for an additional $3.50. Total came out to be about $12.50 which is not bad for lunch. The combo comes with a drink as well. The lunch portion size is enough to fill you up with just the wrap alone... but the chicken was extremely salty and sour. I should have gone to Doner G's instead. I took out most of the chicken because it was so salty. The Greek salad was okay, although it too was doused in sauce also. Better luck next time."

Super Dumpling

★★★★★ 4.5 (312) • $$

"I have a deep appreciation for dumplings, and this establishment certainly met my expectations. It's a sit-down restaurant that does not require reservations. The ordering process involves marking the menu to select desired items. The menu features a diverse range of options, including appetizers, entrees, boba tea, and other Asian cuisine staples. We opted to forego the entrees, as we had dinner plans elsewhere, and instead focused on the dumplings and appetizers. The lamb skewers were slightly dry but boasted an excellent dry rub. My son thoroughly enjoyed the vegetable spring rolls. The steamed chicken dumplings were exceptional, particularly when paired with the spicy sauce, and I was impressed by the soy sauce infused with ginger slices. The service was prompt and efficient, and the restaurant maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere. Overall, it's a great casual dining option, and the outdoor seating area features charming greenery."

Jack’s Woodside Grille

★★★★★ 4.7 (280) • $$

"All I can say is WOW! I was craving an omelette at noon and my friend instantly suggested Jack's! I was game! I wanted the California omelette and was so excited to see I could choose PANCAKES as a side!!! And to make that even more magical I could make those pancakes SWEDISH PANCAKES! Two things I immediately saw on the menu that I wanted! Service was amazing and very attentive by multiple employees. The interior dining area was super cute and totally not what I was expecting by the looks of the outside building. Now on to the California omelette! It's an omelette soufflé! Never had an omelette this fluffy and delicious! The waitress even asked if I wanted my hash browns well done! Thank you! I hate soggy hash browns! These were beautiful crispy and yummy!"

Thai Way

★★★★☆ 4.2 (350) • $

"Came here to have dinner with a friend. It's a very small restaurant but the food is good and the prices are inexpensive. The service is very nice. Definitely coming back when I'm around the area."

Ray's Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (365) • $

"Yesterday was my 1st time trying this place even though I have been working in this plaza for 5 years. To be honest I'm not really a pizza person BUT omg I love the pizza here. They had a special.. 2 slices and a drink for $10.50. I loved it so much I got it again today for lunch. Ps the owner here is such a nice man."

Thai Chili

★★★★☆ 3.7 (446) • $$

"Amazing food I had the pad Thai my coworkers had Pad-se-ew chicken and with beef. We also had the Thai tea and some egg rolls. The flavor of the food was phenomenal. Good choice."