AWESOME INTERIOR AWESOME SERVICE BY Martine and phenomenal…read moremediterranean food-- We went first time for lunch and ordered the mezze combination appetizer-- Very High quality grape leave, incredible serving of cheese hummus eggplant and Tabouli salad with high quality olive oil .. AND warm freshly made Pillowy-Soft Pita Bread!! We also ordered a pizza-- perfect crust perfect cheeses!! My new favorite Laguna restaurant!!

We really enjoyed our dinner at Pinafini. The food, drinks, service and vibe were great…read more Favorite dishes: Curry shrimp, Mediterranean mezze, red curry risotto Least favorite dishes: branzino (overcooked), lamb chops (underseasoned), cappellini (picture looked better than it tasted) The restaurant was buzzing and had great energy. I'd love to come back and try some of the kabob dishes.

Went to GGs tonight and were reminded why we love this place. The food is fantastic and we always…read morehave the best service. We started with the calamari which is always so fresh and delicious and then I had a kabob while my husband had the seafood pasta. Tonight the weather was beautiful, so we sat outside and enjoyed the ambiance of outdoor lighting, heat lamps and fun music. GGs is a must if you haven't been.

The food and service were good. The kofte plate was well seasoned. I didn't like that their…read morerestroom is outside on the second floor, requires a physical key required, and hand dryer only. Not great for preventing the spread of germs.

Great, casual place with a few fun photo opp areas and outside seating, although thats not…read moreimportant because the food is the reason for coming here. The pasta flight was amazing. Best Alfredo I've ever had. Full bottles of wine, pasta made in a cheese wheel-can't ask for more. I've found a new go-to spot!

Came here for the famous pasta flights! Lots of parking,…read morelots of seating inside and outside. Very cute decor. The pasta flights were tasty for $18, I love a good sampler plate bc I am very much a family style diner. I like the pick and choose options for toppings as well but would've love one more meatball (only got one). The side salad is a great option for the price would've also love to seem more side dishes of veggies! They had a cauliflower Brussels side but was on the pricier side and had lots of sauce on it. I would come back again if I was in the area!

Its located on the main street of coast hwy so i parked on the street its free after 7pm…read more Came here for dinner, they didnt require a reservation and so we sat outside there are heat lamps above you too. The host was super nice once we arrived she was lively and sat us right away, unlike a place we tried to dine at a few shops down where they seemed snobbish, Rumari is not that, they welcome you like family. The entire staff was great and friendly I love a place that gives you free bread and thats what we got plus they also serve it with a side of some green sauce/dip it was refreshing and very flavorful garlicy and citrusy. We ordered: Appetizer: meatballs comes w/3 decent sized meatballs and a piece of small garlic bread Cesar salad which was totally different from a typical American cesar, it came grilled half a romaine and deconstructed with the ingredients of an authentic cesar dressing garnished on top including the anchovy and a nice big crouton on the side. Entree: veal piccata (this was alright lacked flavor but the pasta it came with was nice and al dente and simple) Greek lamp chops (fire full of flavor came with potatoes and spinach) Dessert: chocolate souffle (forgot to take a pic but this was hot and fresh and not too sweet they pour in ice cream in the middle and some whipped cream if im not mistaken to cool it off) I highly recommend

Cozy atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. Dress up or come in casual, either way you won't…read morefeel out of place. The host is so friendly you feel like you've been friend for years. Staff is attentive, and helpful. Really top notch service. Try the pasta with seafood and white wine sauce. It's loaded with all the good stuff and you won't go home hungry. Surprise dish was the grilled Ceasar salad and warm olives with garlic and feta. I'll never eat olives any other way again. Great for a date, a small group of friends or a celebration.

WOW! I have wanted to try this restaurant for a while now and it was worth the wait. Valet parking…read moreat a reasonable rate. The building has three different sections with different names, themed for what one is looking for... for example... the live music area is called... Ivan'z House Live Music Club. There's a rooftop area that is also a different name, all are part of Mozambique. We went on a Friday and it was packed. We were sat in one of their private rooms that overlook the downstairs main area. The room was intimate and much quieter than the main dining room. The whole place has a great vibe to it. Walking in, you are greeted with a huge bird cage with exotic birds. The decor is really cool and the smells of the food make one instantly hungry to try everything. The service was prompt and the staff was very kind. Now... the food. Absolutely delicious. The menu has a variety of tempting items on it, however, I wanted to try the South African food and it did not disappoint. We had somosas as an appetizer and I had the South African pie. My husband had the steak and lobster. Everything tasted amazing. We ended with a delectable dessert and a cappuccino. Afterward, we went to the bar and saw the live band setting up. Also, a cool place with a nice stage. We will definitely be back and bring the family. Thank you Mozambique for a great night.

My husband and I came here on Mother's Day weekend and spent over $300 (for context). Where do I…read morestart... unfortunately, this place was a huge disappointment for us. This restaurant has been bookmarked for me for years, and after seeing all the good reviews I had a certain level of expectation. We had a very different experience it seems, so not sure if we just went on a bad night or if we should try brunch instead of dinner, but I'm not inclined to give this place another try. I will try to keep to the top lines: 1) we were seated at 7 and didn't receive our food until 8:30. During this hour and a half, we were checked on by our server once for drinks, and once to place the order. Other than that, we were never spoken to or provided with updates on our food. We are generally pretty gracious and understanding if a restaurant is understaffed or experiencing delays for whatever reason, but no one let us know what was happening. For the price of the food, I would expect better hospitality - typically, restaurants of this caliber would explain the wait ahead of time or in the moment, and even provide free bread or something. Updates at the very least would have been appreciated. 2) while we waited 1.5 hours, staff came by at least three times asking if a dish was ours, then proceeding to ask multiple other tables the same question. It seems that the staff was all over the place. When we finally got our food, the server did not know who to give the food to, and kept trying to hand us the wrong dishes. This can be forgiven, but just added to the pattern of service being sloppy (for lack of a better term). To add to this, the host stand was also quite confused when we checked in and we witnessed a staff member tell their co host that they "should not be doing this job anymore" ..... 3) the food was okay, quite underwhelming. The biggest downfall was the steamed veggies that came with 2 of the 4 dishes. They were unseasoned veggies, the kind that come with hospital food or cheap hotel meals. Just plain steamed veggies. 1 star for the prawns and Chilean sea bass (the fish itself), 1 star for them trying

The food was delicious! The server (Surena) was friendly, knowledgeable, Cordial, and courteous.read more

Wow! I just had a fantastic lunch. This was my first time eating here and it will not be the…read morelast. This is the best Persian food that I've had in south OC. The only downside is the place is very small and there was a line outside when we arrived (around 1:45pm on a Sat). Good news is that typically means the food is amazing, and was the case for us. We were quoted a 20 min wait for our table of 3 and were sat in under 15 mins. All of us loved our food and this will now be our go-to Persian/Mediterranean restaurant. One last piece of good news, the restaurant is expanding due to the popularity. I was told it will move to a larger location in the same center in about 3 weeks, located closer to PDV, to the right of the Pizza Hut as you head up hill. Do yourself a favor and try this place, you will not be disappointed.

Food is good, service was okay, speed was disappointingly slow…read more I get that these places make their food to order so I expected a wait, but they have the word "express" in their business name so I had a false expectation. Needless to say I sat there waiting for my two to-go orders for what felt like an eternity. A lot of people flowed in after me and they were all just waiting, it was weird since it was empty when I walked in and then seeing 6 tables of people with no food. I thought I ordered the cheaper lunch special of chicken koobideh and beef koobideh, but he punched in the full portion instead. I didn't really mind as it just became extra food for dinner. But I feel like if someone is going in at the beginning of lunch time, they would be looking to order lunch menu stuff? I guess I can't expect people to do what I my logic would do. The two koobidehs is pretty much the same thing I order at any of these places because I prefer ground meat that's tender and juicy and this place did not disappoint. They were cooked to perfections with just a little crisp on the meats. Not much else to say since I only had a basic meal....meals

We had it to go, so I can't speak much about the dine-in experience, but I will say the service…read morewasn't the friendliest. We ordered the combo beef and chicken plate, the beef gyro plate, and two falafel on the side. The falafel didn't look impressive, but they were surprisingly excellent--moist, flavorful, and honestly better than Sababa's. I'll definitely order six next time. The gyro plate was solid, not overly greasy or heavy, and the seasoning was just right. I wasn't a fan of the hummus, which had a bitter aftertaste, but my partner liked the tanginess, so that may come down to personal preference. On the combo plate, the chicken stood out: juicy and tender. The beef seemed to be a leaner cut and was a bit dry. I'd probably skip this particular beef kebab next time and try a different one. The saffron rice and grilled tomato were a nice complement. The plate also came with jumbo naan, served warm and smelling amazing, definitely a highlight.

i always come to this spot after a shift since i work nearby & am always greeted n served by the…read moreserver Gerardo &/or Evelyn whom i just have to mention are amazing people. always welcoming and friendly. love the positive attitude they always have towards guests n me :)

Panini Kabob Grill in Corona Del Mar has officially won me back, and it is all thanks to Jesus. I…read morewas genuinely annoyed when they switched from romaine to mixed greens and had already decided I was "done" with the salad. Jesus gently convinced me to give it another try and I am so glad I listened. The salad is actually delicious now, super fresh, with crunchy cucumbers and juicy tomatoes, and the chicken on top is always perfectly cooked. I ask for it well done because I like a little extra smoky char and they nail it every time. My mom, who is easily the pickiest restaurant eater I know, inhaled the lamb like there was no tomorrow and would not stop talking about how good it was. The food here has been consistently fantastic over time, which keeps us coming back. The vibe is more of a casual lunch spot than a long, lingering dinner place, but that is part of the charm. It is easy, relaxed, and you know you are going to eat well. What really makes this location special is the service. Jesus treats this place like it is his own restaurant. He remembers faces, genuinely cares if you enjoy your meal, and is the reason I was willing to give that salad a second chance. The restaurant is always clean, they have a steady flow of customers, and you can tell that high volume keeps everything fresh. Between the quality of the food and the way Jesus takes care of his guests, this Panini Kabob Grill has become a true go-to for us.

We went to first time today this Iranian Cafe. The food was really good delicious. We are very…read morepicky about the food , it was best Iranian food I ever tested. I give 5 star review. Very clean , home made food , everything we tested was excellent.great service.owner was very hospitable.home made fresh bread was also very good. We will recommend all our friends.

wow perfect food real…read moretaste one of the best services would like the atmosphere, music and a nice smile on the staff's face Don't forget to ask them the warm and delicious bread.

The owner was so kind and helpful- making my food selections easy and quick. She was right about…read moreeverything and when I talked about how great she was - she gave all the credit to her staff and showed her gratitude for them. That really shows the kind of business Zood is! Next time I will have their falafel- but I couldn't resist my first visit being my comfort meal or chicken and rice. I loved their Tahini and roast garlic sauce for that combo specifically. I also love pomegrante so I need to come back and try their dessert they offer too. Thank you so much Zood! And what a location to be in - the ambiance was very nice.

Mandana is so sweet and she makes all of the Persian food from scratch which is impressive! The…read morefalafel balls are delicious and not oily or greasy. They are light and fairly healthy! It took a while to get my saffron soft serve and it was definitely interesting. I am looking forward to going back and trying the chicken and salad with pomegranate dressing!