The Best Places to Eat in Orange County/LA/IE
Key:
Name of restaurant, Cost-Location-Recommendations to order/Tips
Website
*Must Try
American:
*The Playground $$-Santa Ana, CA-Playground Burger, Maple Glazed Pork Chop, Sticky Toffee Pudding
*Broadway by Amar Santana $$$-Laguna Beach, CA-Bone Marrow, Panna Cotta, Truffle Cavatelli Pasta, Caesar Kale Salad
*Lawry’s The Prime Rib $$$-Beverly Hills, CA -Prime Rib, Creamed Corn, Creamed Spinach-They have free meatballs and potato chips in their waiting room
*Nick’s $$-Long Beach, Laguna Beach, San Clemente and Manhattan Beach, CA-Prime Rib Dip, Fried Deviled Eggs, Asparagus Fries, Rib Eye Melt
Black Hogg $$-Los Angeles, CA-Popcorn Bacon
Houston’s $$-Irvine and Los Angeles, CA-Hawaiian Rib Eye, Smoked Salmon Appetizer, French Dip Sandwich
R + D Kitchen $$-Newport Beach, CA-Deviled Eggs, French Dip Sandwich
Chapter One: The Modern Local $$-Santa Ana, CA-Scotch Egg, Potato Pear
The Attic $$-Long Beach, CA-Short Rib Poutine, Cheetos Mac N Cheese, Bloody Mary
Argentinean:
*Puerto Madero $-Santa Ana, CA-Chivito Sandwich, Empandas
http://www.yelp.com/biz/puerto-madero-santa-ana
Barbeque/BBQ:
Phil’s BBQ-San Diego, CA-Baby Back Ribs
Burger:
*Umami Burger $$- Multiple locations in Orange County and Los Angeles-Truffle Burger, Umami Burger, Cheese Stuffed Tator Tots (not on the menu), Tempura Onion Rings (ask for all the sauces)
*Peters Gourmade Grill $-Tustin, CA-ABC Burger, Gyro Fries
*In-N-Out $-multiple locations throughout Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Double Double w/ grilled onions and extra spread, Animal Style Fries
*Rustic Canyon $$$-Santa Monica, CA-Niman Ranch Burger, Burrata, Ricotta Gnocchi
*The Playground $$-Santa Ana, CA-Playground Burger
G Burger $$-Fountain Valley, Irvine and La Habra, CA-Cheese Burger with Avocado, G Style Fries
Fuji’s Famous Burger $-Huntington Beach and Fountain Valley, CA-Teri Cheeseburger w/Bacon and Avocado, Charsiu Burrito with Fried Rice
TK Burgers $-Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana and Newport Beach, CA-Big Bargain Combo
Mick’s Karma Bar $$-Irvine, CA-Karma Burger, Strawberry Basil Lemonade
The Habit Burger Grill $-Multiple Locations-Double Char Burger, Tempura Green Beans
25 Degrees $$-Huntington Beach and Hollywood, CA-#1 Burger, Guinees Milkshake
http://25degreesrestaurant.com/
Bakery:
*85 Degrees $-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Sea Salt Coffee, Peach Green Tea, Taro Bread, Cheesy Garlic Bread, Tomato and Cheese Croissant, Blueberry Cream Cheese
*Portos Bakery $-Glendale, Burbank and Downey, CA-Cheese Roll, Potato Balls, Meat Pies
*Sprinkles Cupcakes $$-Newport Beach-Red Velvet Cupcakes
*Cream Pan $-Tustin, CA-Strawberry Croissant, Pork Katsu Sandwich
The Pie Hole $$-Los Angeles, CA-Mexican Chocolate, Maple Custart, Savory Pies
Breakfast:
*Anepalco’s Cafe $-Orange, CA-Huevos Divorciados
*Nick’s $$-Long Beach, Laguna Beach, San Clemente and Manhattan Beach, CA-Prime Rib Dip, Fried Deviled Eggs, Asparagus Fries, Rib Eye Melt
Blackboard Bistro $$-Seal Beach, CA-California Eggs Benedict, Around the World Omelette
Nick’s Deli $-Seal Beach and Los Alamitos, CA-Breakfast Burrito
http://www.yelp.com/biz/nicks-deli-seal-beach
The Crooked Duck $$-Long Beach, CA-Monte Cristo
Brunch:
*Anepalco’s Cafe $-Orange, CA-Huevos Divorciados
*The Playground $$-Santa Ana, CA-Playground Burger, Maple Glazed Pork Chop, Sticky Toffee Pudding
*Nick’s $$-Long Beach, Laguna Beach, San Clemente and Manhattan Beach, CA-Prime Rib Dip, Fried Deviled Eggs, Asparagus Fries, Rib Eye Melt
Chapter One: The Modern Local $$-Santa Ana, CA-Hangover Helper, Unlimited Mimosa Flight
Blackboard Bistro $$-Seal Beach, CA-California Eggs Benedict, Around the World Omelette
The Crooked Duck $$-Long Beach, CA-Monte Cristo
Cajun/Creole:
*Ritter’s Steam Kettle Cooking $$-Huntingon Beach and Santa Ana, CA-Pan Roast, Maple Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
The Boiler $$-Chino Hills, CA-House Pan Roast, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Chicken:
*Zankou Chicken $-Anaheim and Los Angeles, CA-Tarna Wrap, Chicken-Get extra garlic sauce for your chicken and pita bread
*Chicken Maison $-Santa, CA-Spicy Lemon Pepper Chicken
KyonChon $$-Los Angeles, CA-Chicken Wings
http://kyochonus.com/intro.html
Roscoe’s House of Chicken & Waffles $$-Anaheim, CA and Multiple Locations in Los Angeles, CA-Chicken and Waffles, Sunset, Sunrise
Wingnuts $$-Costa Mesa, CA-Far East Nachos and Bacon and Ranch Wings
Chinese:
*Din Tai Fung $$-Costa Mesa and Arcadia, CA-Juicy Pork Dumplings, Juicy Pork and Crab Dumplings, Noodles with Sesame Sauce-Expect 1-2 hour wait, at the Costa Mesa location you can shop at South Coast Plaze while you wait
Peking Gourmet $$-Garden Grove-Sweet and Sour Pork (korean Style), Garlic Shrimp
Cuban:
Felix Continental Cafe $$-Orange, CA-Sangria, Tres Leches Cake, Arroz a la Cubana
Curry:
Curry House CoCo Ichibanya $$-Irvine, CA-Curry with Cheese-Ask your waitress about how hot you should get your curry because their hotness factor is way hotter than what you would expect.
Dumplings/Dim Sum:
*Din Tai Fung-Costa Mesa and Arcadia, CA-Juicy Pork Dumplings, Juicy Pork and Crab Dumplings, Noodles with Sesame Sauce
Dessert:
*85 Degrees $-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Sea Salt Coffee, Peach Green Tea, Taro Bread, Cheesy Garlic Bread, Tomato and Cheese Croissant, Blueberry Cream Cheese
*Portos Bakery $-Glendale, Burbank and Downey, CA-Cheese Roll, Potato Balls, Meat Pies
*Cream Pan $-Tustin, CA-Strawberry Croissant, Pork Katsu Sandwich
*Sprinkles Cupcakes $$-Newport Beach-Red Velvet Cupcakes
*Bouchon Bakery $$-Beverly Hills, CA-Macaron, Pain Au Chocolate
*Class 302 $-Rowland Heights, CA-Shaved Snow
http://www.yelp.com/biz/class-302-rowland-heights
*Frostbites Crepes & Frozen Delights $-Multiple locations in Orange County-Sorbet Chill
The Pie Hole $$-Los Angeles, CA-Mexican Chocolate, Maple Custart, Savory Pies
Nothing Bundt Cakes $$-Multiple location in Orange County-Red Velvet, White Chocolate Raspberry
Confetti Italian Ice & Custard $-Costa Mesa, CA-Italian Ice and Custard
http://www.yelp.com/biz/confetti-italian-ice-and-custard-costa-mesa?osq=Confettis
Joe’s Italian Ice $-Garden Grove and Anaheim, CA-Joe Latti
Frozen Bar $-Garden Grove, CA-Fronut
La Creperie Cafe $$-Long Beach, CA-Romeo and Juliet Crepe
Afters Ice Cream $-Fountain Valley, CA-Milk and Cereal-They have a food truck that has a shorter wait
Euroasian:
*Cafe Hiro $$-Cypress, CA-Uni Spaghetti, Osso Bucco
Fine Dining:
*The Bazaar $$$$-Beverly Hills, CA-Cotton Candy Foie Gras, Philly Cheese Steak, Egg dish, LN2 Caipirinha
*Bestia $$$-Los Angeles, CA-Bone Marrow with Spinach Gnocchetti, Cavatelli alla Norcina, Mussels and Clams
*Angellini Osteria $$$-Beverly Hills, CA-Lasagna Verde, Whole Branzino Roasted in Sea Salt
*Broadway by Amar Santana $$$-Laguna Beach, CA-Bone Marrow, Panna Cotta, Truffle Cavatelli Pasta, Caesar Kale Salad
Providence $$$$-Los Angeles, CA-Tasting Menu, Foie Gras Ravioli
*Scratch Bar $$$-Beverly Hills, CA-Puffed Smelt with Bone Marrow Mustard, Roasted Bone Marrow and Sourdough, Blackened Cauliflower, Caramel Apple Panna Cotta
Rustic Canyon $$$-Santa Monica, CA-Niman Ranch Burger, Burrata, Ricotta Gnocchi
March Moderne $$$-Costa Mesa, CA-Bone Marrow, Octopus
French
March Moderne $$$-Costa Mesa, CA-Bone Marrow, Octopus
La Creperie Cafe $$-Long Beach, CA-Romeo and Juliet Crepe, Al Mare Savory Crepe, Garlic Fries
Food Truck:
The Lime Truck $-Orange County-Carnitas Fries, Ultimate Tacos, Blue Crab Ceviche
Kogi BBQ Truck$-Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Black Jack Quesadilla, Short Rib Taco
Soho Gourmet Taco Truck $-Orange County-Various Tacos
Dos Chinos Food Truck$-Orange County-Oahu Shrimp, Bolsa Roast Pork
Fusion:
*The Bazaar $$$$-Beverly Hills, CA-Cotton Candy Foie Gras, Philly Cheese Steak, Egg dish, LN2 Caipirinha
*Chego $$-Los Angeles, CA-Pork Belly Bowl, Oooey Gooey Fries, Chicken Sour Hen House Bowl
*Urban Seoul $$-Irvine, CA-Short Rib Arepas, Loaded Fries, Gogi Sliders, Chorizo Kimchi Fried Rice, Bibimbap, Elote Corn
*Musha Restaurant $$-Torrance, CA-Seared Mackerel, Cheese Risotto, Mayo Shrimp
*Alibi Room$$-Los Angeles, CA-Kogi Tacos, Chego Bowls
*Hashigo Korean Kitchen $$-Costa Mesa, CA-Korrito, Curry Cheese Fries, Mama Cho’s Chicken Wings
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hashigo-korean-kitchen-costa-mesa
Kogi BBQ Truck$-Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Black Jack Quesadilla, Short Rib Taco
Dos Chinos Food Truck$-Orange County-Oahu Shrimp, Bolsa Roast Pork
Cafe Hiro $$-Cypress, CA-Uni Spaghetti, Osso Bucco
Gastropub:
*Playground -Santa Ana, CA-Playground Burger, Maple Glazed Pork Chop, Sticky Toffee Pudding
Alibi Room$$-Los Angeles, CA-Kogi Tacos, Chego Bowls
Chapter One: The Modern Local $$-Santa Ana, CA-Scotch Egg, Potato Pear
Greek:
*Kerostena $-Garden Grove, CA-Gyro, Chicken Shawarma-Ask for extra Garlic Sauce
*Thasos Greek Island Grill $$-Santa Ana and Newport Beach, CA-Gyro Pita, Spanakopita
Healthy:
*Seasons 52 $$-Costa Mesa, CA-Cedar Plank Salmon, Mini Indulgence desserts
*Green Tomato Grill $-Thai Peanut Shrimp Bowl (can also substitute Chicken, Greek Steak Wrap, Fried Pickles, Chili Lime Popcorn-If you check in on Yelp.com you can get a free bag of Chili Lime Popcorn
Tortillaz $-Irvine-Carne Asada Burrito w/ wheat tortilla. Make sure to get a lot of creamy cilantro avocado sauce, this is what makes the burrito.
Veggie Grill $-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich and Cauliflower Potato Mash
Au Lac $$-Fountain Valley, CA-Pho
North Shore Poke Co $$-Huntington Beach, CA-Waimea Poke
PokiNometry $-Anaheim, CA-Poke Bowl with Brown Rice
Native Foods Cafe $-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Ensalada Azteca, Twister Wrap, Lavender Lemonade
Healthy Junk $-Anaheim, CA-Fish Tacos
Tandoori Fresh-Costa Mesa, CA-Chicken Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan, Mango Lassi
Ice Cream/Frozen Dessert:
*Class 302 $-Rowland Heights, CA-Shaved Snow
http://www.yelp.com/biz/class-302-rowland-heights
*Frostbites Crepes & Frozen Delights $-Multiple locations in Orange County-Sorbet Chill
Confetti Italian Ice & Custard $-Costa Mesa, CA-Italian Ice and Custard
http://www.yelp.com/biz/confetti-italian-ice-and-custard-costa-mesa?osq=Confettis
Frozen Bar $-Garden Grove, CA-Fronut
Joe’s Italian Ice $-Garden Grove and Anaheim, CA-Joe Latti
Afters Ice Cream $-Fountain Valley, CA-Milk and Cereal
Italian:
*Angellini Osteria $$$-Beverly Hills, CA-Lasagna Verde, Whole Branzino Roasted in Sea Salt
*Bestia $$$-Los Angeles, CA-Bone Marrow with Spinach Gnocchetti, Cavatelli alla Norcina, Mussels and Clams
Cucina Alessa $$-Huntington Beach, Newport Beach and Laguna Beach, CA-Tortelli Di Carne (Braised Short Rib Stuffed Tortelloni with Walnut Porcini Cream Sauce
http://cucinaalessahuntingtonbeach.com/
Onotria $$-Costa Mesa, CA-Goat Cheese Stuffed Zuchinni Blossoms-Come on Sunday for Sunday Supper for multiple courses for super cheap
Indian:
*Annapoorna $$-Irvine, CA-Chicken Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan-They also have a decent lunch buffet for $10.00
Tandoori Fresh $-Costa Mesa, CA-Chicken Tikka Masala, Garlic Naan, Mango Lassi
Vishnu $-Irvine, CA-Lunch Buffet (only open for lunch)
Japanese BBQ:
*Tsuruhashi $$-Fountain Valley, CA-Kobe Beef, Beef Yuke, Fried Rice
Anjin $$-Costa Mesa, CA-Beef Tongue, Marbled Prime Rib Eye,
http://www.yelp.com/biz/anjin-costa-mesa?osq=Tsurashi
Torihei $$-Torrance, CA-Beef Tongue, Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, Torihei Meatball, Soft Egg with Ikura
Japanese:
*New Harima Restaurant $$-Cypress, CA-Poke Salad, Soft Shell Crab, Butterfish
http://www.yelp.com/biz/new-harima-japanese-cuisine-cypress
*Musha Restaurant $$-Torrance, CA-Seared Mackerel, Cheese Risotto, Mayo Shrimp
Sushi Murasaki $$$-Santa Ana, CA-Omakase, Bento Box
Fukada $$-Irvine, CA (Irvine Center Drive location is best)-Soba or Udon Combo w/ Katsu Don, Oyako Don, Tentoji Don or Spicy Tuna Don.
Koi Sushi $$-Seal Beach, CA-Seal Beach Roll
Korean:
*Gen Korean BBQ $$-Tustin, Huntingon Beach, Cerritos and Alhambra, CA-All you can eat Korean BBQ
*Kaju Tofu Restaurant $-Garden Grove, CA-Kimchi Beef Soon Do Boo (Soft Tofu Soup), Kalbi
*Urban Seoul $$-Irvine, CA-Short Rib Arepas, Loaded Fries, Gogi Sliders, Chorizo Kimchi Fried Rice, Bibimbap, Elote Corn
*Hashigo Korean Kitchen $$-Costa Mesa, CA-Korrito, Curry Cheese Fries, Mama Cho’s Chicken Wings
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hashigo-korean-kitchen-costa-mesa
Kogi BBQ Truck$-Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Black Jack Quesadilla, Short Rib Taco
Mo Ran Gak Restaurant $$-Garden Grove, CA-King Rib, Egg Souffle, Pork Jowel
http://www.yelp.com/biz/mo-ran-gak-restaurant-garden-grove
Kang Hodong Baekjeong $$-Buena Park, CA-Korean BBQ, Doshirak, Scrambled Egg, Cheesy Corn
Korean BBQ:
*Gen Korean BBQ-Tustin, Huntingon Beach, Cerritos and Alhambra, CA-All you can eat Korean BBQ
Mo Ran Gak Restaurant $$-Garden Grove, CA-King Rib, Egg Souffle, Pork Jowel
http://www.yelp.com/biz/mo-ran-gak-restaurant-garden-grove
Kang Hodong Baekjeong $$-Buena Park, CA-Korean BBQ, Doshirak, Scrambled Egg, Cheesy Corn
Mediterranean:
Open Sesame $$-Long Beach, CA-Open Sesame Combo, Fried Potatos
*Kerostena $-Garden Grove, CA-Gyro, Chicken Shawarma-Ask for extra Garlic Sauce
Mexican:
* Los Jilbertos Taco Shop $-Riverside, CA-Carne Asada Burrito, Fish Burrito, Breakfast Burrito, California Burrito, NAK Burrito, Carne Asada Fries, Carne Asada Chimichanga
http://www.yelp.com/biz/los-jilbertos-taco-shop-riverside-3
*Los Cotijas Taco Shop $-Garden Grove and Tustin, CA-Fish Burritos, Fish Tacos
http://www.yelp.com/biz/los-cotijas-taco-shop-garden-grove
*Anepalco’s Cafe $-Orange, CA-Huevos Divorciados
*Luche Libre Gourmet Taco Shop $-Surf and Turf Burrito
Soho Gourmet Taco Truck $-Orange County-Various Tacos, Various Salsas
Sabroso! Mexican Grill $-Garden Grove, CA-Carne Asado Taco, Ensenada Style Fish Taco
Cali Tacos $-Orange, CA-Angel Burrito-Ask for different hot sauces
Guisados $-Los Angeles, CA-Taco Sampler
New Orleans:
*Ritter’s Steam Kettle Cooking $$-Huntingon Beach and Santa Ana, CA-Pan Roast, Maple Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
The Boiler $$-Chino Hills, CA-House Pan Roast, Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Peruvian:
*Picca $$$-Los Angeles, CA-Black Cod, Arroz Con Erizo, Tres Leches Cake, Zapallo Gnocchi, Quinoa Fried Chicken
Mario’s Peruvian & Seafood $$-Los Angeles, CA-Lomo Saltado
http://www.yelp.com/biz/marios-peruvian-and-seafood-los-angeles
Pho:
*Au Lac $$-Fountain Valley, CA-Vegetarian Pho
*Brodards $-Westminster, Garden Grove, CA-Nem Nuong, Shaken Beef, Thai Pho
Pho 45 $-Garden Grove, CA-Filet Mignon Pho
http://www.yelp.com/biz/pho-45-garden-grove?osq=Pho
Pho Tasia $-Irvine, CA-Pho
Pizza:
Rance’s Chicago Pizza $$-Costa Mesa, CA-Deep Dish Pizza
*Pizzeria Mozza $$$-Newport Beach and Los Angeles, CA-Fennel Sausage Pizza, Burrata, Stuffed Squash Blossoms
Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza $-Multiple locations in Orange County-White Out Pizza and add Pesto sauce
Pieology $-Multiple locations in Orange County-Thin Crust Pizza
Poke:
North Shore Poke Co $$-Huntington Beach, CA-Waimea Poke
Bear Flag Fish Company $$-Newport Beach, CA-Poke Taco
PokiNometry $-Anaheim, CA-Poke Bowl with Brown Rice
Ramen:
*Tsujita LA Artisan Noodle $$-Los Angeles, CA-Tsukemen Ramen-Cash Only
*Ramen Yamadaya $-Costa Mesa and Los Angeles, CA-Tonkatsu Kotteri Ramen with Yamadaya topping
*Foo Foo Tei $-Hacienda Heights-#17 Nanchatte Tonkotsu Ramen
Silverlake Ramen $$-Los Angeles, CA-Spicy Miso Ramen, Pork Bun
Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen $-Fountain Valley, Irvine and Los Angeles, CA-Hakata Ramen-You can order extra noodles for $1.00
http://www.shinsengumigroup.com/
Santouka $-Costa Mesa, Irvine and Los Angeles, CA-Shio Ramen with Special Pork
Kopan Ramen $-Fullerton-Chashu Ramen, Fried Baby Octopus
http://www.yelp.com/biz/kopan-ramen-fullerton
Rice Bowl:
*Chego $$-Los Angeles, CA-Pork Belly Bowl, Oooey Gooey Fries, Chicken Sour Hen House Bowl
Sandwiches:
*Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery $-Santa Monica, CA-The Godmother-You can order online to avoid the long wait
*Le Diplomate $-Irvine, CA-Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich, Chicken Garlic Sandwich
http://www.yelp.com/biz/le-diplomate-cafe-irvine
*Earl of Sandwich $-Anaheim -Tuna Melt, Holiday Turkey-all sandwiches are really good here
http://www.earlofsandwichusa.com/
*Mendocino Farms $$-Costa Mesa and Los Angeles, CA-3 Little Piggies (Secret Menu Item), Kurobuta Pork Belly Banh Mi
*El Gallo Giro $-Santa Ana, Panarama City and Los Angeles, CA-Torta Cubana-there is a lady in the parking lot that sells really good tamales for really cheap
*Puerto Madero $-Santa Ana, CA-Chivito Sandwich, Empandas
http://www.yelp.com/biz/puerto-madero-santa-ana
*Deli-licious-$-Huntington Beach, CA-Sue’s Chicken Avocado Caprese, French Dip, Fried Pastrami Reuben
*Bruxie $-Multiple Locations in Orange County-Country Sausage. Egg and Cheddar Sandwich, Irish Nachos
Capriotti’s $-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA -The Bobbie, SlawBeJoe
Claros Italian Market $-Tustin, CA-Italian Sandwich
Moscow Deli $-Costa Mesa, CA-Odessa Sandwich and Kiev Sandwich
Boudin SF $$-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Pesto Roast Beef Sandwich, Clam Chowder in a Bread bowl
Paul’s Deli $-Westminster, CA-Hot Cuban, House Special, Italian, Black and White Cookies
John’s Philly Grille $-Seal Beach and Huntington Beach, CA-Johns Special Cheese Steak Hoagie
Lawry’s Carvery $$-Costa Mesa and Los Angeles, CA-Lawrys Prime Rib Sandwich, Green Peppercorn Dip, Horseradish Mashed Potatoes
http://www.lawrysonline.com/lawrys-carvery
Seafood:
*Shuck Oyster Bar $$-Costa Mesa, CA-Various Oysters of the day, Grilled Cheese
Slapfish $$-Huntington Beach and Laguna Beach, CA-Chowder Fries
Bear Flag Fish Company$$-Newport Beach, CA-Poke Taco
Shabu Shabu/Hot Pot
*Shabu Shabu Bar $$-Santa Ana, CA-Rib Eye, Spicy Cheese dumpling, They have a yelp check in for 12 free shots and you can do it for each person in your party!
http://www.yelp.com/biz/shabu-shabu-bar-santa-ana-3
Little Sheep Mongolian Hot Pot $$-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Yin Yang Pot, Fishballs with Roe, Custom Sauces
Southern:
The Attic $$-Long Beach, CA-Short Rib Poutine, Cheetos Mac N Cheese, Bloody Mary
Roscoe’s House of Chicken & Waffles $$-Anaheim, CA and Multiple Locations in Los Angeles, CA-Chicken and Waffles, Sunset, Sunrise
Steak/Prime Rib:
*Lawry’s The Prime Rib $$$-Beverly Hills, CA-Prime Rib, Creamed Corn, Creamed Spinach-They have free meatballs and potato chips in their waiting room
Mastros $$$$-Costa Mesa and Newport Beach, CA-Lobster Mashed Potatoes, Butter Cake, Bone-In-Ribeye, Seafood Tower
Houston’s $$-Irvine and Los Angeles, CA-Hawaiian Rib Eye, Smoked Salmon Appetizer, French Dip Sandwich
http://www.hillstone.com/#/restaurants/houstons/
Clearman’s Steak & Stein $$$-Prime Rib, Baked Potato
Sushi (highend):
*Ohshima $$$-Orange, CA-Omakase, Cherry Salmon, Blue Fin Tuna, Black Cod, Kobe Beef-It is a small place so make reservations, reservations can only be made at 5:00 pm-5:30 pm each day.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ohshima-japanese-cuisine-orange-3
San Shi Go $$$$-Newport Beach, CA-Omakase-Don’t get it confused with the Laguna Beach location
http://www.yelp.com/biz/san-shi-go-newport-beach
Ikko Japanese Cuisine $$$-Costa Mesa, CA-Omakase
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ikko-japanese-cuisine-costa-mesa
Hamamori Restaurant & Lounge $$$-Costa Mesa, CA-Omakase, Wagyu Beef, Uni and Toro, Okaki Asparagus
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hamamori-restaurant-and-lounge-costa-mesa
Masa Sushi $$$-Newport, CA-Omakase both sushi and cooked-Reservation Only
http://www.yelp.com/biz/masa-sushi-restaurant-costa-mesa
Sushi (inexpensive):
*Sushi Koto $$-Fountain Valley, CA-Chiraishi Zen by far the best thing on the menu
Akasaka $$-Hacienda Heights-Chiraishi Bowl
http://www.yelp.com/biz/akasaka-restaurant-hacienda-heights
Sushi Town $$-Newport Beach, CA-Dragon Lady Roll, Garlic Edamame
http://www.yelp.com/biz/sushi-town-costa-mesa
Sake 2 Me Sushi $$-Tustin, CA-All You Can Eat Sushi
Tapas/Small Plates:
*Scratch Bar $$$-Beverly Hills, CA-Puffed Smelt with Bone Marrow Mustard, Roasted Bone Marrow and Sourdough, Blackened Cauliflower, Caramel Apple Panna Cotta
*The Playground $$-Santa Ana, CA-Playground Burger, Maple Glazed Pork Chop, Sticky Toffee Pudding
*Musha Restaurant $$-Torrance, CA-Seared Mackerel, Cheese Risotto, Mayo Shrimp
*Rustic Canyon $$$-Santa Monica, CA-Niman Ranch Burger, Burrata, Ricotta Gnocchi
Black Hogg $$-Los Angeles, CA-Popcorn Bacon
Felix Continental Cafe $$-Orange, CA-Sangria, Tres Leches Cake, Arroz a la Cubana
Thai:
* Siam Taste of Asia-Santa Ana, CA-Garlic Tofu, Chilean Sea Bass w/ Green Curry-Cash Only
http://www.yelp.com/biz/siam-taste-of-asia-santa-ana
Vegetarian:
*Veggie Grill $-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich and Cauliflower Potato Mash
*Au Lac $$-Fountain Valley, CA-Pho
*Native Foods Cafe $$-Multiple Locations in Orange County and Los Angeles, CA-Ensalada Azteca, Twister Wrap, Lavender Lemonade
Healthy Junk $$-Anaheim, CA-Fish Tacos
Vietnamese:
*Brodard Restaurant $-Westminster, Garden Grove, CA-Nem Nuong, Shaken Beef, Thai Pho
Pho Tasia $-Irvine, CA-Pho
Vietnamese Sandwich/Banh Mi
*Banh Mi Che Cali $-Fountain Valley, CA-Banh mi w/ meatloaf and fried egg
http://www.yelp.com/biz/b%C3%A1nh-m%C3%AC-ch%C3%A8-cali-westminster-3
*Sasha Deli $-Westminster-Sasha Philly Cheese steak, Banh Mi Thit
http://www.yelp.com/biz/sasha-deli-westminster
Top Baguette $-Westminster, CA-Add a Fried Egg to any Banh Mi
http://www.yelp.com/biz/top-baguette-westminster
Tip Top $-Westminster, CA
http://www.yelp.com/biz/tip-top-sandwiches-garden-grove
Wine Bar
*Twisted Vine$$-Fullerton, CA-Baked Brie, Apple Beer
*Rustic Canyon $$$-Santa Monica, CA-Niman Ranch Burger, Burrata, Ricotta Gnocchi
I love you’re list!!! I have been to more than half of them!… some of my favorite places… I go to pholicious all the time since I work 2 mins away.. keep up the good work!
Anisa, I go to Pholicious all the time. I think it’s the best pho place in Irvine. I have actually been to Alesso in Newport. I was very impressed. I will add that to the Foodlist!
Also please try my uncles Italian restaurant.. in Huntington and Newport… cucina alessa!!! I recommend the butternut squash ravioli and lamb and a side of burnt Brussels sprouts 🙂
Perfect list! Keep it up!
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