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949 Grill Lounge

4.7 (229 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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Casual
Happy hour specials
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Jenny T.

A great cozy spot for Chinese skewers in Irvine. The skewers are flavorful and had a good amount of meat, I tried a few options and my favorite was the garlic chicken! The grilled scallops had a lot of garlic on it and the cucumbers were refreshing and tasty. 949 Grill is a great local hangout spot for quick and easy bites. The restaurant is surrounded by apartments but easy to locate, there's free parking in the structure

Ken C.

949 Grill lounge near UC Irvine is a small hidden gem as it offers delicious Hunan style grilled skewers. The skewers are very cumin-heavy, so I wouldn't recommend it if you don't enjoy that flavor; however, we really enjoyed their two person combo, which included spicy cucumbers, beef/shrimp/bacon skewers, your choice of stir-fried noodle or fried rice, and sweet toast, which costed a reasonable $40. Skewers are relatively small, so you'd have to order more if you have a big appetite; however, they have a nice selection of beef, chicken, shrimp, lamb, and pork. We got our dishes spicy and we thought it was full-flavored. Only thing that was odd was that their drink menu wasn't clear, which is a missed opportunity. This is definitely food that pairs well with beer. Another negative is that they lure people over for reservations by offering 1000 opentable points, but I was given zero points after dining here. That's disappointing. Regardless, I'd consider coming back, as it has flavorful food at a reasonable price.

Ashlee H.

This was my second time here, and I'm still loving their grilled skewers! I really love the cumin seasoning, so fragrant and flavorful, and it makes the skewers so addictive! There are so many options to choose from, and I love trying all the different cuts and textures! The malatang had that perfect numbing, spicy kick that was so satisfying, and the stir-fried bok choy had a delicious garlicky flavor that went so well with all the skewers. Definitely a spot I'd keep coming back to!! What we ordered: -Lamb Skewers (5) -Beef Skewers (5) -Beef Tendon Skewers (5) -House Special Garlic Chicken Skewers (5) -Chicken Cartilage Skewers (5) -Chicken Heart Skewers (5) -Beef Tongue Skewers (2) -Malatang -Seasonal Vegetable (bok choy) -Rice -Suntory Beer

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Maki S.

Good food but their service was subpar. They threw away my food without my consent while I was still working on it. They literally just grabbed plates without asking. There is a free parking lot nearby.

Shawn S.

This place is actually a great value for lunch. The lunch box sets come with a big portion of the entree, as well as rice, side dishes (cucumber and bamboo shoots), and a soup for a complete and filling meal. The food is all delicious and well presented. They also have an extensive regular menu with the skewers being very popular. Staff are friendly and helpful, and the food is prepared quickly. Very clean and open interior in a modern plaza.

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Liz B.

A great spot for authentic Hunan dishes, bold flavors, and heat! The foil clam vermicelli was tasty and affordable, the noodles soaked up a lot of the sauce. The foil pork brain was also surprisingly good, I was expecting it to have a strong pork odor, but it was seasoned very well! Every dish I tried was pretty spicy, but with some rice it was toned down! I don't think I would get the skewers again, they were on the dryer side and a little too expensive for the amount of meat. The takeout process was very smooth and my food was ready in around 20 minutes! The restaurant is located on the bottom of an apartment complex, and the parking structure makes it very convenient for a convenient and casual meal.

Stephen C.

The food here is amazing. The skewers are brought to you with a small grill on your table. The meet is tender and goes great with a drink or two. The dishes are prepared in traditional Chinese Spices. The plates are prepared to perfection; just the right time on the stove; the right tenderness; the right spices.

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Andrew C.

Had a great experience here at 949! Came here with my girlfriend because she was craving those little Chinese skewers. Place seated is immediately and it was very easy to order using the QR code. Some music was playing and the place was quite lively with an open kitchen. Definitely would come back for their house special chicken and the potato tornado!

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Andrew D.

Good skewers in Irvine! We were seated and served relatively quickly. This place has large seating capacity and seems to be tailored for those looking for a quick bite. We got a variety of different skewers including Chicken Skin, Chicken Cartilage, House Special Garlic Chicken, Pork Belly. Overall, it was great but not particularly noteworthy relative to other skewer places. Would recommend to those in the area looking for skewers in Irvine!

Audrey A.

I'm a huge fan of Chinese BBQ and I've been looking for a place in Irvine for a while. I normally drive back to the 626 if I'm craving skewers so I was super excited to find out about 949! We went on Saturday night and waited about 20 minutes for a table. The restaurant is fairly small and probably wouldn't be able to accommodate too large of a party. Service is pretty hands off and everything is ordered through your phone. The food comes out quick and skewers are placed on a hot place to keep warm as you eat. We ordered the lamb, beef, pork belly, and chicken skin skewers. I will say, these skewers are pretty small and aren't the best quality. The lamb was my favorite, followed by the chicken skin. I don't think they use a super great cut for the beef but maybe we just got unlucky with the pieces. The pork belly was definitely the biggest disappointment. Although it tasted great, it was a VERY thinly sliced piece of pork belly and not worth the price. I will opt to get another order of the lamb in place of the pork next time I come. The standout star for me was the cabbage, though. I was expecting a small plate as a side but instead, we got a humungous place of delicious cabbage that was absolutely covered in seasoning. I could have eaten that with a bowl of white rice by itself! All in all, this place really does hit the spot when you're craving skewers as long as you know what to order. I'll definitely be back!

Yummm!!! Fish is super fresh, melt it in your mouth
Alice W.

Yummm! So fresh and fish melted in your mouth, will definitely come back again!!! Also must try the house special fried rice !!

Tiffany P.

First time eating here and everything was delicious!! The flavors and spice of the skewers were probably one of the best I ever had. I recommend the Beef Skewers (5 Skewers) and the chicken House Special Garlic Chicken skewers, those were my favorite. I would come back again!

Catherine B.

TLDR: verrrry authentic Chinese restaurant. Great ambiance. We were definitely the only non-natives there. You order through a QR code. Their menu changes regularly based on demand I think. A little concerned that they reuse their skewers..

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Over my years of traveling all over the world for work, I've accrued a fair number of Bonvoy points…read moreand developed a deep fondness for Marriott's Signature Burger. Specifically, the 'Build your Own' option set up with swiss cheese and mushrooms and an egg. It's a cracking (excuse the unshelled pun) good lunch by any standard, and now I'm traveling less I still drop by Floe occasionally to partake and reminisce over lunch. I still recommend the above burger highly, but temporarily I've changed my menu choice. Their friendly bartender and server recently upsold me to their current special burger instead... and it's even better. The Beso Burger, created by a chef whose name I don't recall but who apparently is TV-famous, is the reason this review is getting written when normally I wouldn't take the time for this kind of location. Put simply, it's a must-try. It comes as a whole plate, with fries and a milkshake designed specifically for dipping them in. The whole thing is beautifully put together, and everything complements everything else. It's an experience. Word to the wise: After trying both the single and the double burger, my pick is the single. Better balance across the meal, and the second slab of meat makes the burger gigantic and tougher to eat without a knife and fork - which in itself would be wrong and ruin the experience. The bottom of my bun held fine on the single but disintegrated before I could finish devouring the double, and my afternoon food lethargy was definitely amplified by the latter too. Productivity... not so good. The location is exactly what you'd expect from a hotel bar, with nice lighting, plenty of seating and 3hr parking validation when you stop by for food so there's no rush to eat except your own work schedule. I did notice it was a bit hot inside on a recent visit... maybe their AC was broken. Don't sleep on this burger, I think they said it's only available through September...

Floe lounge is located inside the Irvine Marriott and has a lot of great options. I opted for the…read morewings because the description got me lol House dry rub wings with your choice of sauce. The wings were super crispy and it was a little smoky. Never had a wing like this where the sauce was on the side. I actually enjoyed it a lot because the wings never got soggy! My friends tried the steak and fries. Said the steak was good but the fries were garlic Parmesan and ended up being a little soggy. We also tired the carne asada bowl which was good too! Nothing crazy but the wings were definitely the hit. The service is super friendly and attentive as most hotel restaurants are. But the seating area is big and they also have a full bar! Definitely recommend if you're staying at the hotel!

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4.4(412 reviews)
6.3 mi
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I loved my experience at this restaurant, definitely recommend it, and will for sure be back again!…read moreTo start, the atmosphere is really nice with dim lighting and a bar in the middle for drinks! There is plenty of seating and a room that has more seating inside. For food we ordered bone marrow bibimbap, potato korokke, caviar cones, uni unagi chawanmushi, and for dessert, a banana miso cake! The bone marrow bibimbap was well flavored! After allowing us to take pictures, the server helped us scrap the bone marrow and mix the dish together. I enjoyed it a lot, however the rice was a bit hard for my liking. My favorite was the uni unagi chawanmushi which is a steamed egg with uni unagi on top! I loved that one and wished I had ordered more of it. The caviar cones were really tasty as well and there is a little bit of spice in it! Would definitely recommend try it! The potato korokke was also delicious! The sauce went great with it and it was fried perfectly (crispy and crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside). I also loved the flavor of the banana miso cake. The ice cream went great with the warm banana cake and the presentation was wonderful. Will definitely be ordering this dessert again!

Amazing good, drinks, and ambience! This place has it out. It really throws you off because it's…read moretucked in a normal food plaza, but when you step inside, the mood is set instantly. Everything is very upscale. It is on the smaller side but surprisingly the restaurant was mostly empty. I have had this restaurant bookmarked since it opened but never had the chance to go. Happy I got to give it a shot, and I will definitely be coming back! Service was great. Very attentive server, busser, and bartender. Drinks 5/5: They have a full bar and they drinks are very well crafted. I ordered the Blue-Eyed Girl and the bartender mentioned the blueberry syrup being made from scratch. FOOD: Keep in mind that all of the dishes come with portions of 3 pcs - SPICY TUNA ON PUFFED RICE 5/5: So flavorful, not too much eel sauce as some places, and I loved that it was served on a rice cracker. Light and airy. - TRUFFLE POMME FRITES 5/5: Served piping hot and so fresh with just the right amount of truffle. - WAGYU SLIDERS 4.5/5: Tender and so flavorful. The buns were very slightly on the dry side but not very noticeable. - CAVIAR CONES 5/5: 3 cones for $18 is a steal! The creme fraise paired so well with the caviar. - HAMACHI CRUDO 5/5 - RAW OYSTERS 4.5/5: These were dressed very well. - BONE MARROW BIBIMBAP 5/5: Came out hot, crispy, and so good! The server was so sweet and brought us an additional bone marrow because our original piece barely had any. We were celebrating two birthdays and they offered two choice desserts on the house: - BANANA MISO CAKE 5/5 - CIR SORBET 5/5: The sorbet was so refreshing Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed everything here and on top of that, the menu was very decently priced. I am definitely coming back.

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Habana - Habana's Bar

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4.1(5.2k reviews)
6.4 mi
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Outdoor seating
Romantic vibe

we came here for a friends birthday brunch !! They hosted us and let me tell you tony was an…read moreamazing host and server. Very attentive, always checking in, always making sure everything was okay. Food was amazing, drinks and mimosas were amazing. The ambiance of the restaurant was absolutely amazing, to it's most cuban delights ! Thank you for hosting us habana & thank you tony! We appreciate you guys !

Everything is great except for the jumping prices. Looking through old pictures of past menus (on…read moreYelp) shows how several price increases in the past 3 years. Price increases in our past three years are certainly expected, however, the hike since April's menu to yesterday (10/3/2026), seems unreasonable. The Churrasco entree (Cuban herb chimichurri with sharp citrus notes) for $50 gives you a very thin skirt steak with a corn cob, white rice, and black beans in a skinny ramekin (tiny, tall egg cup in this instance), whose price seems unjustified. However, $44 dollars would make more sense, including the value-add of the remarkable ambiance and terrific service. The next time, I will ask them how many ounces meat dishes before ordering to negotiate price to product. Be certain to ask for your corn cob to be served off-the-cob: it has sprinkled cotija cheese and a thin coat of unseasoned enchilada sauce on it. The *curved blade of the steak knife that comes with this entree is almost impossible to cut the kernels off of the cob without making a disaster. I asked for more of the churrasco sauce, with a citrus tang that was served minimally, under the skirt steak -- it was also outstanding with the corn and white rice.

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4.1(6.1k reviews)
2.1 mi
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Hipster vibe
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Love this restaurant. Best vibes and ambiance. Dim, patio is super cute! I recommend sitting in the…read morepatio vs inside. The chorizo mussel clams steamer is so flavorful and good! Order an extra side of bread and dip it!! Perfect appy! Espresso martini was made to perfection. The filet was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Comes normally with fries but I got the garlic mashed potatoes instead. Service was great! Highly recommend this spot! Great for dates, girls date night and it's the perfect vibe!

More parking than I thought on a weekend…read more Restaurant located at The LAB Anti-Mall in Costa Mesa. Tropical vibes and decor. Our server was initially prompt, but as the evening passed, we saw him less and less as the tables began to fill to the point we had to ask other waiters to refill our water. We ordered a bunch of entrees and sides to sample the menu. I ordered the Chef's Special which included a hanger steak, broccoli, and roasted potatoes, along with a side of the Chorizo Mac n Cheese. The consensus was that the food lacked seasoning. The sauces that were served with the dishes enhanced the flavor and added the needed seasoning. What I want to highlight is that they had cooked my steak just as I wanted (rare) and the broccoli was just how I liked it. Price is a bit steep, but you're paying for the aesthetic and atmosphere. Overall, while I'd be open to trying it again, it wouldn't be my first choice for Cuban food.

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4.3(1.4k reviews)
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We hosted my retirement party at The Country Club. We wanted something different from the usual…read morebuffet thing. The Country Club is beautiful. It's decorated in a 1930's speakeasy theme and is very clean and very well maintained!! My wife contacted Megan, the Event Coordinator who invited us to have dinner so we could check out the venue, go over some scenarios and sample the food. Megan was so super cool, friendly and knowledgeable. She made it easy...she was straight forward with pricing and had great suggestions. She listened to what we wanted and made all the necessary accommodations. We then did a food tasting to select the menu for the event. There was soooo much good food it was hard to make decisions but we did it!! Then came game day!! Megan and here team had everything ready to go. Megan introduced us to the staff members who would be serving us. Everyone was so nice, professional and attentive. Then came the food!! Everything was fantastic and beautifully displayed. All my guests had great time and loved the food and loved The Country Club!! Thank you Megan and the team and thank you to The Country Club!!

The ambiance is almost like a high class mountain lodge, dark, classy but can be casual and cozy as…read morewell. Our server was very sweet and informative. We loved the theatrics of the smoked drink, they bring a cart over to your table and the fragrance is amazing! I recommend getting a bunch of plates and eating family style so you can try a little of everything. My favorites were the beet and burrata salad, the wagu steak and the Chilean sea bass. I feel like you can go wrong with anything on the menu!

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