True Food Kitchen - Newport

Review summary

1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Orange County

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   We booked days ahead to dine with friends with severe dietary restrictions from out of town. We were not told the entire restaurant was booked for a party and upon our arrival the hostess proceeded to seat us outside under a tarp on a cold and rainy evening. The server was pleasant and did his best. Due to the event our drinks & food were significantly delayed & my husband’s meal was inedible. Our server was apologetic and said it wasn’t right. This is my first negative review but hope the management has the courtesy in the future to notify customers of booked events and that outside seating is the only option.
   

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   Anat

   Los Angeles

   10 reviews

   3.0

   10 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   The hostess was not pleasant: We asked her to move us to another table and she said that there is nothing available until I found one. On the other hand, we had a great waitress! The food was only ok. It looks like they use fresh ingredients but the final dishes didn't have a lot of flavor. It was very loud in the restaurant and cold (it was a cold day but a little bit of heat would have been appreciated)
   

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   Keith

   Orange County

   22 reviews

   5.0

   22 reviews

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent menu! Superb selection of healthy and flavorful options. And our server Elizabeth was so gregarious and professional- as well as knowledgeable regarding the menu (and she offered super advice on our selections! AAA+++
   

   True Food Kitchen - NewportResponded 5 days ago

   Thank you for your wonderful review, Keith! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the excellent menu and Elizabeth's gregarious and professional service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Garrett

   VIP

   Orange County

   19 reviews

   5.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our waiter Nathan was exceptional today. He kept us informed of our order status and was very attentive during our dining experience.
   

   True Food Kitchen - NewportResponded on 24 February 2025

   Thank you for your wonderful review, Garrett! We're thrilled to hear that Nathan provided exceptional service and made your dining experience enjoyable. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Tiffany Ann

   VIP

   Orange County

   12 reviews

   5.0

   12 reviews

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our waitress was Lauren and she was exceptional. Made sure we had plenty of silverware and waters and beverages. This was the first time for my 4 boys and hubby and everyone loved it! Thank you for a great experience. My son also was protected by your staff as girls tried to get him for senior assassin so that made the evening even more fun.
   

   True Food Kitchen - NewportResponded on 24 February 2025

   Thank you for your wonderful review, Tiffany Ann! We're thrilled to hear that Lauren provided exceptional service and that your family had a great experience. We're glad our staff could add some fun to your evening, and we look forward to welcoming you all back soon!
   

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   Armin

   Los Angeles

   13 reviews

   4.0

   13 reviews

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Average food. Turkey burger's lower bun was soggy. No flavor. Gouda cheese was almost nonexistent. Side salad weak. Nice atmosphere. However will not return.
   

   True Food Kitchen - NewportResponded on 24 February 2025

   Thank you for your feedback, Armin. We're sorry to hear about your experience with the turkey burger and side salad, and we appreciate your comments on the atmosphere; we'll work on improving these aspects.
   

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   PeterZ

   Orange County

   7 reviews

   4.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Service is okay. Food was not as good as it was before.
   

   True Food Kitchen - NewportResponded on 24 February 2025

   Thank you for your feedback, PeterZ. We appreciate your comments on the service and will work on improving the food quality.
   

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   Carolyn

   VIP

   San Diego

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on 21 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The atmosphere is very nice, and the patio was warm and quieter than inside. The service was excellent. My only small criticism is my chicken Parmesan arrived barely warm. Our server offered to have it made again which was generous. However I didn’t want to wait while my family ate. Otherwise, I highly recommend.
   

   True Food Kitchen - NewportResponded on 24 February 2025

   Thank you for your review, Carolyn! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere and excellent service, and appreciate your feedback on the chicken Parmesan. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Janet

   Unspecified

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 20 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was excellent, Cameron our server was very helpful, knowledgeable and efficient. Great warm welcome.
   

   True Food Kitchen - NewportResponded on 24 February 2025

   Thank you for your wonderful review, Janet! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the excellent food and Cameron's helpful and efficient service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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    Kim

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Fun place to eat! Great service and I enjoyed my food.
    

    True Food Kitchen - NewportResponded on 19 February 2025

    Thank you for your review, Kim! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the great service and your meal.
    

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