The food was great and the staff was very accommodating! I loved the whole campy vibe its so cute!…read moreI Just wish they had more food options

This place is located inside a gorgeous shopping center in Irvine…read more It's located inside, Bacchus Bar and Bistro. Which, was extremely crowded. They have tons of parking in this shopping center. They share it with TONS of other places. One of my BFFs saw this on an Instagram video and wanted to check it out. *They do take reservations When we came in we checked in with one of the waitresses. She said she would seat us in a minute. To be honest, she did forget about us. A waiter walked up to us and asked us what was going on (we were standing there for around 7 - 10 minutes) and we told him we had a reservation for the speakeasy. He immediately apologized and sat us. This camp themed speakeasy has a couple booths. It's on the smaller sides. Which, speakeasy's are usually small to begin with. I did not get the waitresses name, my friend and I were busy catching up. The waitress was nice, but not attentive. I will say service was a 2/5. However, the actual restaurant, cozy pine is located in, was packed because of the World Cup being on TV. So I definitely was not going to complain The food Our food order did come out extremely FAST. Faster than our drink orders. -the campfire guacamole -BBQ shoestring fries (had bbq seasoning all over them so it tasted like a BBQ potato chip) -Glamping plate (charcuterie board) -steak tacos (one without onion and cilantro -churro affogato Again, the food was VERY fast!! And to be honest it wasn't that bad. I'll say, speakeasy's usually shine in the drink department vs food. Drinks -Lycheed and Loaded Ketel One, lychee liqueur, lemon, elderflower. This was extremely delicious! If you don't like to taste your alcohol? Go with this. It was really refreshing. Hand this to me at a spa and I'd be the happiest gal in the world -Camp Anawanna $17 Graham cracker-infused bourbon, licor 43, chocolate, torched marshmallow (the waitress catches the marshmallow on fire at the table) This one was stronger and I didn't think it was overly sweet despite the ingredients I think they had a good selection, especially for a small speakeasy. I have been to better, so I don't think I'd return. Especially since the service was not that great. We still had a good time and recommend for every speakeasy lovers list.

What a beautiful restaurant! The space is large, gorgeous, and full of character, with great music,…read moreexcellent service, and everything inspired by the vibrant spirit of Havana, Cuba. The atmosphere makes the whole experience feel special, and even the bathroom was worth taking a picture of! The food was delicious! We ordered the shrimp mofongo, and it was hands down the best mofongo we have had so far! The flavors were incredible, and it was definitely the highlight of the meal. We also enjoyed the lechón asado, which was delicious, along with the empanadas and ham croquetas. To complement the food, we tried a rum flight, which was a great addition to the experience. We finished with a bom bom coffee, an espresso with condensed milk that was the perfect sweet ending to an amazing meal. Between the delicious food, great drinks, beautiful ambiance, and wonderful service, this place is a must-visit in Irvine. We had such a great time and would absolutely come back!

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.

It's a very fun tiki bar experience with some great Hawaiian inspired dishes! We celebrated my…read moreson's 40th Birthday in "the cave" really fun!

I had been looking for an excuse to drive an hour to check out Stowaway tiki bar. I got a…read morereservation and came out on a Thursday night. I was welcomed at the door to confirm my reservation, and I chose to sit at the bar. I felt transported into what felt like walking into the Pirates of the Caribbean Disney ride with a Hawaiian Tiki vibe. Every seating area seemed to have its own distinct feel, so you must take a walk around to see the different cute decorations. Ask to look in the Belly of the Beast that's a bar within the bar sporting a unique Pinocchio whale design. All the food I ordered during happy hour was delicious: Loco Moco, Coconut Shrimp, Wings (Salt + Vinegar), Battered Spam Musubi, Dole Whip (virgin) I had such a fun time here and left with a full belly. The bartenders and staff were all very friendly. I would absolutely recommend checking this tiki bar out...I just wish it was closer to me!

I gave Postino Park Place in Irvine 3 stars. The location itself is a really nice, clean, and…read moremodern restaurant with a great vibe, but the overall experience was definitely a mixed bag. We ordered a bunch of bruschetta to share for the table, and while they were good, they were honestly lacking that real "wow" factor. For my main, I ordered the P.R.E.A.M. bowl and found it to be quite mediocre. It was pretty plain overall, and all of the vegetables inside were extremely undercooked. While the food was average, the service was pretty much zero stars. It was extremely spotty throughout the entire meal, our drinks were never refilled, and to make matters worse, they actually charged us for coffee that never showed up at our table. It's a lovely space with decent light bites, but the food execution fell short and the severe service issues really dragged down the experience.

It was my first time going to Postino Park Place last night, and my girls and I had such a great…read moretime. The ambiance, drinks, food, & friendly service were great! Thank you to Jamie who took such good care of us from the moment we sat down 'til the sun went down lol. We'll definitely be back!

Was in the OC area visiting friends and decided to try YNK, a hidden speakeasy located right inside…read morea Marriott hotel. There was a big private party reservation coming in later, but the bartender was super accommodating and let us sit and enjoy a few drinks beforehand, which was a huge relief. The interior is on the darker side, but they have TV screens displaying a skyline view, they also had incense, which added to the relaxing, chill vibe. Even though we were the only ones there at the time, the staff remained genuinely welcoming and attentive. And the drinks were great! I would definitely recommend stopping by if you are in the area!

This is a cute little speakeasy inside the Irvine Marriott off to the right side of the bar in the…read morelobby. You have to SLIDE the door, not pull it, so I didnt think it was open. Someone from the inside opened it for us as my friend said, you have to pull :) Our server was amazing, she was so friendly and fun. The drinks were delicious!!! I ordered the Philly Cheesesteak Eggrolls and they were good, but they were definitely not Philly cheesesteak material. The doors make it so its not fully dark in here, but it does have a nice ambiance. All staff was very friendly and we had a nice time.

Now I don't even need to go back to Korea to enjoy authentic Korean food in Seoul anymore!…read more It tastes just like the real deal back home in Korea. So, so authentic and delicious! I heard the dishes were personally created by a Korean chef who develops menus for over 20 Korean restaurants in Korea. No wonder the food tastes so amazing! By the way, their lunch menu is only available Monday through Friday, from 11 AM to 3 PM.

We regularly go to Korean BBQ, and by far, this was the worse experience. One person was cooking…read morefor multiple tables, he never asked how we want our meats to be cooked. So, they would end up well done. I had to take the meat myself and cut it myself. He never cut the meals, there are no knives, how am I supposed to eat the big slice with chopsticks? The cooked meats were all full of fats and chewy with non eatable parts. There was no salt or any flavor on the rice or noodles. None so ever. Terrible experience. Will never go there again. The one star can go to the ambient that was nice. It was fairly cold when we entered, none of the other Korean BBQ we go is this cold. Unnecessarily cold. But the whole place looked nice. Nothing else was.

Finally checked this place off my list after knowing about it for ages!…read moreThe vibe is actually really nice. Didn't expect it to be so packed on a weekday lunch tho. But honestly, every single dish was yum You can literally order anything blindly and it'll be good. Def recommend this spot for brunch in Irvine!

I stopped by Solstice after work with some friends to enjoy their Social Hour Menu that starts from…read more3p-6p Monday through Friday. We ordered the Herbed Hummus which was pretty good with the paired baguette. They even offered us extra baguettes for free when they saw we ran out. We also ordered their Nashville Hot Honey Chicken Slider that comes topped with a garlic aioli, coleslaw, and pickles which was also very good. They also offer nice selection of drinks during their social hour including wines by the glass for about $9, beers for about $4-6, and spirits for $9. Solstice has a great relaxed atmosphere especially when you go after work during social hour. It's not too crowded and you can also sit outside where you can enjoy the nice weather. The service was friendly and timely. There is lots of parking right next door at the parking structure and you can get your parking validated.

Our server Mosic was excellent ! After discussion we ordered…read moreour cocktails . I had the El Fuego Fresco which was superb my wife enjoyed hers. She enjoyed her tomato soup and I was extremely pleased with the Mushroom Risotto with an overcooked whitefish. Mentioned the whitefish to Mosic to point out to the Kitchen. The manager came over to discuss. I explained that I was just pointing this out. She removed it from my bill. The ambiance is pleasant , nice tables and a pleasant atmosphere. I wrote a review for orange that was less than pleasant. I will come back here again.

The short rib diner is to die for, great short rib that falls apart but amazing sauce and flavor…read more Potatoes were top tier and I was even addicted to the green beans. The fried chicken was ok, the mushroom sauce was good but then putting it on top the fried chicken made the breading soggy. Gets very busy so make sure you have reservations!

Found this place doing research to take a couple friends from church to. No issues making a…read morereservation and seated quickly. Our server was nice and attentive. I felt bad we kept asking what his favorites were and only ordered one of them. lol! He was great to play along and put up with our many questions. The recommendation we did take was I ordered the maple glazed pork chop and it was FABULOUS! So tender and truly cooked to the perfect medium. I made everyone at our table try it! Ended with a classic crème brûlée which was just as they should be. Thank you to The Goldfinch for an excellent evening! P.s. they validated parking which made it only $3.

Love the vibe of this place! Easy parking and the food is good!…read moreThe lobster roll is definitely a must try at this spot! Mahi mahi tacos are good but didn't really enjoy the tortilla they use 9/10 The spicy tuna stack is my favorite 10/10 I do wish they had more side and appetizers options... Overall great chill restaurant with good food

Great sunset view. Cute vibe. Friendly service. Good drinks. Nice local spot to catch the sunset.read more

I'll start off by saying the staff was stellar, it was getting busy and they weren't as attentive…read moreas we'd like. My friend booked a table for my birthday, there was just 3 of us. They asked if we were celebrating, but nothing else came of it. By no means an expectation, but something would've been nice. However, this is a beautiful space. We were sat in an area with a fire pit, super cute, but it was 90° out so we asked to move. Manny was wonderful and moved us to another area even though they were getting busy. Our waiter Micah took some beautiful photos of us by the way. Thank you to him! Now for the good stuff. Food and drink were delicious. We got a variety of plates and drinks and enjoyed each of them. You can tell the kitchen knows what they're doing. There was an awesome DJ there the night we went too! All in all, would go back.