Restaurant Reviews Around Irvine

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California Beach RestaurantNewport Beach, CA · 06/03/2007

Excellent Sushi in a Fun Environment

California Beach serves, quite simply, the best sushi I have ever tasted. If you consider yourself a fan of Japane...

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KitayamaNewport Beach, CA · 06/03/2007

Kitayama

You know how theres quantity vs quality, this is quality, and it is expensive. One of only a couple sushi restaurant...

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Plums CafeCosta Mesa, CA · 06/03/2007

this is the place that you go for breakfast when you want...

this is the place that you go for breakfast when you want ya know…really good breakfast. the atmosphere is ...

  • 4 star rating
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MaestroCosta Mesa, CA · 06/03/2007

Maestro/Italian Tomato

This is the best quick bite of japan in the OC (don’t call it that). Actually located in the yaohan/mitsuwa...

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Tapioca ExpressIrvine, CA · 06/03/2007

Good Boba

This is actually one of two in Irvine (the other is on Jamboree, near Newport Beach) but i always go to this one, ...

  • 4 star rating
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S. SushinoyaIrvine, CA · 06/02/2007

House of Sushi

Sushinoya, or “House of Sushi”, is a nice little japanese place nestled in the Northpark Square. We en...

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BJ's Restaurant & BreweryIrvine, CA · 06/01/2007

don't be dissuaded by the questionable restaurant name

BJ’s is a nice brewhouse that seems like it is always packed. People are always waiting outside and inside,...

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Olive Garden Italian RestaurantIrvine, CA · 05/31/2007

If there aren't any more authentic italian restaurants ar...

If there aren’t any more authentic italian restaurants around you, then olive garden can make a semi-decent ...

  • 2 star rating
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Soup ExchangeIrvine, CA · 05/31/2007

The funny thing about Soup Exchange is that I don't think...

The funny thing about Soup Exchange is that I don’t think I ever get the soup. They have a huge salad bar a...

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IslandsIrvine, CA · 05/31/2007

I remember going to Island's when I was in high school an...

I remember going to Island’s when I was in high school and I had one of those discount cards to get free fri...

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Vie De France CorpCosta Mesa, CA · 05/30/2007

Yay for French Bakeries

Ahh, Vie De France, the only reason I ever want to go to South Coast Plaza. In between shopping, its the perfect p...

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A & J RestaurantIrvine, CA · 05/14/2007

Quick and easy Chinese

After not eating here for a long time, i finally ate here again with a friend. It is exactly how i remember it. Si...

  • 4 star rating
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L & L Hawaiian BarbecueIrvine, CA · 05/02/2007

Spam Musubi!

  • 4 star rating
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Dick Church's RestaurantCosta Mesa, CA · 04/24/2007

Oldest Restaurant in Costa Mesa, and Still Going Strong

Dick Church’s is the oldest restaurant in Costa Mesa, and quite possibly Orange County (although I’m n...

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Veggie GrillIrvine, CA · 04/20/2007

Awesome Possom

This is a really good vegitarian place to grub! I recommend the chilli yam fries its so great!-iq

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Panera BreadIrvine, CA · 04/15/2007

Bread!

Now that i’ve caught your attention with my astounding title, I’d like to say that Panera bread is rea...

  • 4 star rating
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Mayur Cuisine Of IndiaCorona Del Mar, CA · 04/10/2007

outstanding food, beautifull decor, amazing service!!

An amazing experice is all I can say. Everything about this jem of a resturant is outstanding. I highly recommen...

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Bistango RestaurantIrvine, CA · 03/30/2007

nice, but pricey

i came here once for a dinner date. this is one of those fine dining, chic yet laid-back restaurants in irvine. it...

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Waikiki Hawaiian GrillTustin, CA · 03/24/2007

I visited Waikiki Hawaiian Grill after a tip from a food ...

I visited Waikiki Hawaiian Grill after a tip from a food blog. The restaurant is small and tucked away in a shoppi...

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Bistango RestaurantIrvine, CA · 03/23/2007

date spot for more older and mellow people

It’s a good date spot if you’re looking for an older more elegant atmosphere. They have live jazz/R&a...

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Stops Yogurt and Juice BarTustin, CA · 03/20/2007

Wonderfully Creamy Frozen Yogurt

I have been looking for frozen yogurt near my apartment instead of driving to Fountain Valley or Irvine for Golden...

  • 4 star rating
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Roy'sNewport Beach, CA · 03/20/2007

great date spot!

The service was excellent and the atmosphere is just amazing. I was so engaged in my conversation with my date th...

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Irvine China GardenIrvine, CA · 01/12/2007

a garden of dim sum

China Garden is probably one of the best places for dim sum in Irvine. It has a good variety of dishes you can or...

  • 4 star rating
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Irvine China GardenIrvine, CA · 01/08/2007

good dim sum

i’ve come here for the dim sum several times, and each time it’s been very good. it u...

  • 4 star rating
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Roy'sNewport Beach, CA · 01/08/2007

Misoyaki butterfish lobster dumplings MMMMM

Roy’s is probably my favorite restaurant of all time. The misoyaki butterfish is melt in your mouth good, an...

  • 5 star rating
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Opah Restaurant & BarIrvine, CA · 01/07/2007

Trendy seafood in North Irvine

Although it’s nestled between BJ’s and IHOP, Opah does a great job of making...

  • 4 star rating
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Little Onion MexicanSanta Ana, CA · 01/06/2007

A Little bit of Onion never hurts

I’m a fan of Mexican food, though I unfortunately usually experience it through the medium of 24-hour fast f...

  • 5 star rating
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Ruby's DinerCosta Mesa, CA · 01/06/2007

cute 40s diner

if you’re in the mood for big juicy burgers & shakes, give ruby’s diner a try.

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Ruby's DinerIrvine, CA · 01/06/2007

good for milkshakes and burgers

Ruby’s main features are its burgers, and its drinks. They have milkshakes and floats, and they are quite t...

  • 3 star rating
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Little Onion MexicanSanta Ana, CA · 01/03/2007

good mexican pizza!

I’m glad my friend recommended to eat here, because I thought it was very quality Mexican food. This place ...

  • 4 star rating
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Champagne French Bakery CafeIrvine, CA · 01/02/2007

Sounds Good

This small bakery/restaurant is the place to eat in the square its in (i can’t recall its name even though i...

  • 4 star rating
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Tea StationIrvine, CA · 01/01/2007

nice hang out

i like coming to tea station to get my boba fix and catch up w/old friends. the boba isn’t anything too spec...

  • 4 star rating
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Opah Restaurant & BarIrvine, CA · 01/01/2007

swanky stylish seafood place

as the previous reviewer so well-described, opah exudes a trendy-zen ambience w/its glass interio...

  • 4 star rating
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Champagne French Bakery CafeIrvine, CA · 12/31/2006

omelets, paninis, and croissants!!!

I am gonna have to agree with everyone else and say that this place is very tasty. All the dishes that they offer...

  • 5 star rating
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Pho 99 RestaurantIrvine, CA · 12/31/2006

I love pho restaurants. I've been eating pho for over 10 ...

I love pho restaurants. I’ve been eating pho for over 10 years. when I was 7 my parents stumbled into a pho ...

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Opah Restaurant & BarIrvine, CA · 12/31/2006

Opah::: chic & sleek bar/restaurant in heart of Irvine

Two things to know before going to Opah:1) Opah (aka. moonfish, sunfish, kingfish, Jerusalem haddock): a fi...

  • 4 star rating
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Champagne French Bakery CafeIrvine, CA · 12/30/2006

gorgeous desserts, great cafe

champagne is a great place to go if you’re looking for a casual breakfast/lunch place, but wanting something...

  • 5 star rating
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Rubio's Fresh Mexican GrillTustin, CA · 12/29/2006

The Mexican Jack in the Box

Rubios seems to have a nice variety of things on the menu that spice it up a bit. They’ve got fish and shri...

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Champagne French Bakery CafeIrvine, CA · 12/28/2006

I love paninis

I’m so happy I finally tried this cafe. I’ve driven by it dozens of times and always wondered what ta...

  • 5 star rating
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HabanaCosta Mesa, CA · 12/27/2006

cool, relaxing cuban patio

i came here to celebrate my birthday with a big group of friends and it was the perfect setting for a relaxing, ch...

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San Kai Japanese RestaurantSanta Ana, CA · 12/27/2006

Good quick Japanese

If you’re shopping near South Coast and want a quick and cheap lunch then head to San Kai in the plaza acros...

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HabanaCosta Mesa, CA · 12/27/2006

It's like being in Cuba...almost

You know you’re in California when you can have a nice dinner out on the patio in short sleeves in the middl...

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Russell's Seafood Palace (CLOSED)Irvine, CA · 12/26/2006

food fit for a (seafood) palace

I ate here for Christmas dinner with my family and relatives, and it did not let me down. Russell’s is not ...

  • 4 star rating
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Funnel FactoryIrvine, CA · 12/26/2006

Funnel Cake!

These funnel cakes kick Knott’s Berry Farm’s funnel cake ass! They are big, and you can top them off w...

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Elephant Bar RestaurantIrvine, CA · 12/17/2006

Nice decor, but needs more flavor

After seeing and hearing about Elephant Bar for quite a while, I was happy to finally try it. Here’s my sum...

  • 3 star rating
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Tea StationIrvine, CA · 12/17/2006

Tasty teas

Tea Station is a great place to meet up and chat with friends. On the inside, it’s a little more formal tha...

  • 3 star rating
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Pho 99 RestaurantIrvine, CA · 12/16/2006

Highly reccomended

A Korean friend of mine introduced me to this place a few months ago and now I can’t get enough. I eat ther...

  • 5 star rating
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Corner BakeryIrvine, CA · 12/10/2006

bakery with breakfast!

Corner Bakery has a lot of variety of foods, ranging from cookies, sandwiches, and breakfast. I order a breakfast,...

  • 4 star rating
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Olde ShipSanta Ana, CA · 12/10/2006

The Captain's Burger

Great burger and lovely chips!

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Diho Siam RestaurantCosta Mesa, CA · 12/01/2006

Pad thai in Costa Mesa

Diho Siam offers two types of food: Chinese & Thai. I mostly come here for Thai food. Actually, make that ju...

  • 2 star rating
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