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- TTinaOrange County •5 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoWe have been to Seasons 52 on many occasions for happy hour and/or dinner. Each time we have had a wonderful experience. The food is delicious, and the cocktails are excellent. They also have a variety of wines and include pairing suggestions on the menu. The prices are very reasonable, too. Lastly, the service has always been friendly and professional. I definitely recommend Seasons 52.More infoSeasons 52 - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• American• Costa Mesa•4.8
- CCarolVIPOrange County •173 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoAs always, our experience at Capital Grille meet our ranger expectations. Our family members gather here from afar - in L. A traffic and the drive is ALWAYS worth the experience. The menu is enticing. The ambiance simultaneously relaxing and energizing. The service impeccable; the chef is always will to accommodate our unique requests. The table service is never disruptive but always attentive. Every morsel, every moment was delicious and memorable. Thank you!More infoThe Capital Grille - Costa MesaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Costa Mesa•4.8
- RRitaVIPOrange County •14 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoMy husband, daughter and I had Christmas dinner at Mastro's. It was so crowded, I would have totally understood if the service or food was lacking... but to my surprise, everything was perfect! Service was amazing, food was just as wonderful as always. The restaurant was lively and festive. Once again, dining here was a great experience. Definitely pricey, but worth it for a special occasion!!More infoMastro's Steakhouse - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Costa Mesa•4.7
- DDavidOrange County •10 reviews5.0Dined on 25 Dec 2024This was our first time eating here. I had been at this location when it used to be Scott's Seafood. It has been renovated and the food is much better to my liking. It's all about the seafood, although they have beef too. We ordered 3 entrees... Sable fish in a spicy broth with thin soba noodles. The fish was a large portion and thick too. Scampi with parpadelle pasta. Wow, the shrimp were large and the pasta is one on my favorites with the sauces soaking all the flavors into the pasta. Cioppino was my favorite. It had prawns, salmon, white fish, calamari, clams, mussels all in the most favorable warm broth. We brought a bottle of champagne with us and they don't charge a corkage fee. Wow, can't wait to return again. The service was spot on. Our server was attentive and personable. Yum!More infoWater Grill - South Coast PlazaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Costa Mesa•4.8
- PPeteOrange County •6 reviews5.0Dined on 25 Dec 2024Xmas Eve dinner was wonderful at Habana. We were greeted at the door with complimentary sparkling rose wine while we were checked in for our reservation. Our reservation was for comfortable outdoor seating with a festive ambiance for the season. The server was attentive and courteous offering recommendations and adjustments for some of our dietary restrictions. The seasonal cocktails were delicious and our food was too. Overall a great experience and we are planning to go back soon!More infoHabana - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Costa Mesa•4.7
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Located in the sunny state of California, Orange County is known for its many tourist attractions. Considering that Orange County consists of 34 cities and is more populous than 21 U.S. states, you can bet the attractions include not only the best surfing beaches, the Balboa ferry, and sites like Knott’s Berry Farm and Disneyland but also a huge selection of restaurants. The warm climate enhances the growth of fresh, organic vegetables and fruits, which can be found in many restaurants. Although iconic California foods like Rocky Road ice cream and sourdough bread may have originated in other CA cities, they’re also popular in Orange County. Fast food places, drive-ins, and Korean barbecues are popular in this area, too. Smoothies in the summer, however, take the cake.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Orange County is Il Dolce
The best vegan restaurants in Orange County are Taste of Beauty, Starfish Laguna Beach and The Tea House on Los Rios
The best vegetarian restaurants in Orange County are Summit House - Fullerton, Starfish Laguna Beach and The Tea House on Los Rios
The restaurants with the best service in Orange County are Petrossian at Tiffany, McClain Cellars - Laguna Beach and Tangata Restaurant
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Orange County are Petrossian at Tiffany, Green Parrot Villa and Evan's Gourmet Restaurant
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