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La Cave Steakhouse, Costa Mesa, CA

La Cave Steakhouse

4.7
4.7
1123 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Delicious, juicy grilled steaks, Australian Cold Water Lobster, Giant Crab Legs dipped in butter, Fresh Halibut and Swordfish await you at this hip 1960’s retro underground steakhouse. Voted a top 10 privately owned steakhouse in Southern California by Channel 9 “On The Town”!

Best martini’s in the OC according to OC Weekly and a great drink and fine wine selection are available for you! The late evening provides dancing and lounging in the famous Underground Lounge. Do not miss a 62-year piece of Newport Beach and Costa Mesa History! We specialize in small parties and groups. Walk-ins always welcome. Visit our website at www.lacaverestaurant.com

Gratuity is included on all parties of 6 or more!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 646-7944
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Orozco
  • Private party facilities
    Please email LaCaveRestaurant@gmail.com for any private inquiries.
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Cross Street
    East 17th St.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    La Cave features live entertainment Friday's and Saturday's from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Comedy Nights once a month on Thursday. For more information please visit our website at lacaverestaurant.com.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,123 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Orange County

    Steakhouse

  • South Orange County

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Cave Steakhouse is a cherished local gem renowned for its "outstanding" service and food. Guests love its "charming basement location" and "vibey" atmosphere with live music. Perfect for celebrations, the steaks are cooked to perfection, and the cocktails are a highlight. A true retro dining experience!

1,123 Reviews
  1. cristi

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was as expected: very good. Between us, we had the ribeye, the filet and shrimp scampi. Even though the tables are very close together, it still felt like an intimate setting given the dividers between the seats. We arrived a little early and ordered drinks at the bar. I asked for a vanilla lemon drop drink and the bartender had never heard of one before but took that as a challenge to make. He didn’t look it up, he just made it like it sounded and it was on point. One of the best I’ve had. Well done on your bartenders part.

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  2. Susanne

    Orange County

    41 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    41 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    This was an interesting experience but I don’t think I’d return. Food and service were adequate although expensive for a crowded steakhouse, with a very limited menu. I think that if it hadn’t been so loud that a conversation wasn’t possible, I would have felt more relaxed as the atmosphere was pretty frantic.

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  3. DMDM

    Orange County

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great to visit ! Ambience, food and service - it’s a classic !

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  4. Peter

    Orange County

    54 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    54 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great Food, Great Drinks, Great Service, & Great Ambience.

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  5. Erin

    Omaha

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love La Cave! The food is always delicious, the atmosphere is unique and the service is great.

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  6. Chrissy

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We were there in a Thursday and there was a corporate event taking place. Not the restaurants fault but it was loud. Service and food both excellent! Will be coming back for special occasions!

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  7. Kerri

    Los Angeles

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I can’t say enough about one of my favorite restaurants in Orange County. You start by taking the elevator downstairs for the door is open to a dark welcoming, beautiful restaurant. It’s like taking a step back in time. If you’re lucky enough to cozy up with your loved one in a leather booth and share a bottle of wine….It’s a good day. The shrimp scampi is probably my favorite in the entire world. It’s addicting and be sure to use the garlic cheese bread to soak up every last morsel of juice. The staff has all been there a while and very friendly and welcoming. This is a great place for a date night. This is a great place to have an incredible cozy dinner. Always treated well. Always love checking in here. 

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  8. BRIAN

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service- great musician too. Value also good. Had lot of fun and Will go back for sure. On the needs improvement side - Appetizers very limited choices - and what’s deal with not putting prices on menu. Shouldn’t have to guess or be secret / all restaurants have that courtesy.

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  9. Jeff

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an incredible dinner at La Cave. The service was very attentive and continuous support from many people. The food was among the best in all of OC’s well known steak houses. Prime rib and lobster was simply outstanding!!!

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  10. Trisha

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Horrible as the owner was very rude. We had a reservation as well as requested and reserved the table where we always sit. The owner said they do not reserve tables and tried to sit us somewhere else and then had the nerve to tell us it was reserved for someone else. We have been going there for years and have never seen her so for this to happen is ridiculous. We ended walking out and she could have cared less. Her attitude will drive people away as we will never go back

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FAQs

La Cave Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 646-7944.

La Cave Steakhouse is rated 4.7 stars by 1123 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 17 times today

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Google Map for La Cave Steakhouse

1695 Irvine Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    East 17th St.
  • Area
    Newport Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Roberto Orozco
  • Entertainment
    La Cave features live entertainment Friday's and Saturday's from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Comedy Nights once a month on Thursday. For more information please visit our website at lacaverestaurant.com.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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