Decided to give this place another chance and this subsequent visit was much better! Service was great and our mimosas were constantly filled. I ordered the seasonal toast and it was delicious. 2 fried eggs over buttery bread and tons of veggies. The OJ in the mimosas tasted fresh and the fries were nice and crispy. read more

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To be honest, the only thing like on their menu are the portabello fries. They're the perfect size and thickness, juicy and we'll seasoned and don't taste strongly of mushrooms. Everything else is overpriced, small in portions and whatever. And it takes them awhile to get your food out. But you're paying for the professional fancy atmosphere and really nice staff. Honestly, the food at Urban Plates is better for bigger portions. However, our company comes here for happy hour, so it's great to eat at when you're not paying. Their drinks are pretty good, especially their freshly squeezed and super sweet OJ. They also open late, have valet parking, and have really really nice bathrooms. I'm talking fancy hotel quality. I should take pics next time. read more

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****Big Antelope Shank!**** Wait..did I miss something? Big "Juicy and Tender" Antelope Shank that is slow cooked for 5 hours. Fresh Texas Antelope is served here with some very fresh ingredients! I skimmed over the Yelp reviews and tried a couple of items, but the Antelope was the star. ~Antelope Shank- 5 Stars! Served with spice roasted root vegetables, Brussel sprouts and a side of roasted seasonal squash with olive oil and sage. The totality of the dish was nothing less than amazing. The combination with the Brussel sprouts was perfect. Surprisingly, the Shank was not served rare but cooked all the way through and the portion was more than sufficient! ~Braised Short Ribs with Couscous-4 Stars! This will run you almost $30. All Natural Braised Beef Short Rib, Beets, Orange, Red Onion, Carrot, Ginger, Raz El Hanout Honey, Dates, Cinnamon Couscous. Very vibrant flavors. The couscous is a big "wow!" ~Octopus Salad-2.5 Stars The octopus or squid salad that all the reviews talk about was just whatevers. I was not really a fan at all. ~Very nice ambiance, excellent service and upscale, yet casual, setting will cost you. But, this is something different. Pricey...but I am a fan! Antelope Shank in Irvine...another reason the OC is the best place to live! read more

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The food was great, but Samantha made the experience. Such a genuine person! My girlfriend and I were welcomed and comfortable and she gave us the perfect recommendations for our dinner. read more

After so many raving reviews about Andrei's I had no choice but to hop on the curiosity train and check it out for myself. I liked the fact that they offer complimentary valet parking, and the decor was very pleasing to me. I like the use of plantation shutters and the spacious minimalistic, but comfortable feel reminded me of nice restaurants in Hawaii. I had a good idea as to what I wanted to order just from reading all the reviews, so we got a bunch of small plates to share. Grilled Ham & Cheese: I enjoyed these... nice tiny sandwiches with melty cheese and salty ham. I think kids would like this too Crispy Jumbo Shrimp: I didn't like this much. The shrimp was encased in filo -- but not filo pastry, but filo shreds. The result tasted like shrimp wrapped in shredded wheat. Seared calamari: I quite liked this dish, it had a nice mix of flavors bordering on the complex, but I still like the seared calamari at Lola Gaspar's a lot better. Pomme Frites: These weren't bad, but there was only a hint of truffle, but I liked the accompanying dipping aioli Surf & Turf: We got all 4 offerings, all the skewers were dry. This wasn't something I'd order again Flatbread: this was soggy and the crust tasted toothy -- definitely undercooked -- again, did not like this one at all. Service was good. We thought it was attentive without being intrusive. Might come back for happy hour when some of the appetizers are at reduced prices (I think it is 30% off -- don't quote me on that), or try them for dinner.But for now, it's a 3 stars from me. read more

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HH was great. Great staff! I'm giving them a 4 stars only because I found a hair in my food but other than that the food was great. Drinks were great but do not recommend Chilean Spice drink. read more

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Complimentary valet parking?! Nice. Well played. Giant waterfall at the entrance?! Very chic. A great group of Yelpers to spend a Wednesday night with?! Priceless. I had the pleasure of playing boardgames with an amazingly spry group of Yelpers last night at Andrei's. I've been wanting to come check out their food for awhile now, so Yelp Drinks week gave me an excellent reason to go. Our server Brent was awesome! Blueberry Press: Blueberry vodka, crushed blueberries, soda, (& agave nectar?) I liked it but I enjoy my regular vodka presses much more because they aren't annoyingly sweet. Would I order it again? Perhaps without the agave altogether, if it was indeed in there. Spanish Steps: Malbec Wine, Cranberry Juice, Raspberries, Blackberries, Agave nectar. I liked this and man it was strong, but maybe because I had just consumed the blueberry press and had very little food to soak it up with. Chicken kabobs: chicken breast meat grilled with pesto and tzatziki dipping sauces on the side. This is one of their happy hour 6 for $6 plates. Very tender chicken and I loved the sauces. I also tried the pomme frites, which were just French fries, risotto balls, hummus and babaganoush, and dinner rolls. Not bad at all. I was eying the pork ribs, but didn't get to taste them. It was great to meet with new Yelpers and old ones that I hadn't met yet, which is why I come to these events. It's usually a fun time had by all. What? 50% off food on Mondays? Wait, last night was Wednesday. I must return. read more

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The parking structure is in the back, unless you want to valet it. Make sure to get your parking ticket validated at Andrei's after your meal. Came here for an OC Restaurant Week lunch with a friend, but we ended up not even ordering from the $20 pri fixe menu. Nothing on it looked too interesting, so instead, we split an appetizer and entree which was more than enough for the both of us and was less draining on our wallets. Tasting: Charcuterie Plate ($14) - comes with prosciutto, truffle salami, duck rillette, ham & parsley terrine, celery remoulade, comichons, whole grain mustard, and mini baguettes. It sounds a lot fancier than it really is. It's a platter of various meats, none of which I enjoyed except the prosciutto... and even that was just okay. It comes with two unsliced mini baguettes and no cheese. Not exactly the most exciting "tasting" and I'd never order this again. Entree: we shared the Duck Confit flatbread ($13) - duck confit, swiss chard, goat cheese, parmesan, and white truffle oil. The portion size was perfect for two. The flatbread was weighed down by all the toppings and was pretty soggy, making it difficult to pick up. The duck tasted somewhat dry, but it was masked by the strong taste of goat cheese and parmesan. This made a decent meal, but nothing as special as it sounds. I had been looking forward to trying Andrei's for awhile now, and I really hoped it lived up to reviews (and expectations). Unfortunately, it fell short... though I commend them for donating some of their profits to charity. read more

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IT PAYS TO KNOW PEOPLE IN HIGH PLACES.... In this case, the person in my networking group who made the res happens to know Chef Fournier. She also frequents this place often so she knows the menu quite well as well. I am so ignorant I didn't even know this place existed. However, now that I actually live and work in OC, I will be sure to return shortly. I ordered the garbanzo bean soup with basil and thyme to start. For my entree, I had the grilled octopus salad. The salad comes with roasted potatoes, sauteed red and yellow peppers and chorizo (both pictured). My lunch companions ordered the kabobs, fries, flatbread and panini (which also comes with a salad). The soup was excellent and I thought it was a good deal at $6. The garbanzo beans were firm and the broth was very tasty. The thyme and basil added a nice, fresh touch to the broth. The octopus salad was outstanding. The octopus was tender and had a nice seasoning on it. A combo of octopus, potato, pepper and chorozo on my fork was nothing short of a FOODGASM! I also thought it was a large portion for $14. I WAS STUFFED! NOW, HERE IS WHERE KNOWING THE CHEF PAID OFF. Chef Fournier stopped by to check on us after the meal. He let us know about the crepes they served. Then he came up with a great idea - He offered to give us a banana and nutella crepe (pic) - On the House - BRILLIANT!!! I can see myself coming back here for a business lunch or for HH. They have good looking sliders and four types of kabobs that are reasonably priced and small enough for a snack. I also heard that the name of the restaurant is in honor of the chef's son. He suffers from some affliction and the menu is all about freshness and organic ingredients. NOW THAT'S COOL! read more

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For my second OC Restaurant Week menu, I decided to try out Andrei's Conscious Cuisine in Irvine, a spot that has struck my curiosity for the past year or so. It's a place I've always passed by and wondered what it was all about. So Monday evening, I set out to settle my questions. Driving in, there's options for valet or self-parking. Valet is free during lunch, but $3 for the evening is not that bad. Since Monday is not the busiest day for any restaurant, I decided to self park. The restaurant offers validation so you don't have to pay a dime, which is a nice plus! Located near a business complex, Andrei's is spacious and large with room to accommodate private parties on its ground floor. Yes, the building is two stories and the restaurant is located on the top. As you walk up the stairs, there's a ceiling to floor wall fountain with a giant fish statue at the top of the stairs. It was kind of strange and seemed out of place. However, the screens around the restaurant had jellyfish floating on loop, so maybe it was meant to set the vibe as serene and chill. After checking in with the hostess, we were promptly seated within a few minutes. Since I was here for restaurant week, I paid most of my attention to the offerings. With fish as my main entree, I inquired about what the best white pairing would be for the dish. Because the entree is pan-roasted and may be a little oily, she walked me through the best white wines and their flavor profiles. Once I made my decision, I was given a sample tasting of Lima from Portugal. The wine is fruity on the nose with tastes of white peach and apricots, finished with an acidic tang. I decided to stay with this choice and my full glass was brought out. Wow..so much wine, but thankfully I wasn't drinking on an empty stomach. A bread basket (mini French baguette and cranberry loaf) arrived to the table with butter. ~ First Course ~ Endive Salad with chopped endives, radicchio, Shaft blue cheese, Granny Smith green apples, candied pecans, parsley, champagne vinaigrette and toasted Harvest bread. The dressing tasted more like a apple cider vinegar base, but it paired nicely with the lighter greens and sliced apples. Roasted Beet Salad. Made with a medley of California beets, Soledad Farm goat cheese mousse, blood oranges, watercress and candied walnuts. Pops of citrus with the sweet beets was absolutely excellent. Combined with the goat cheese mousse, the creaminess added texture and then the bitter watercress added contrast. I seriously could eat this all day. ~ Second Course ~ Winter Vegetable Risotto. Made with barley, the risotto had mixed mushroom, spinach, asparagus, goat cheese, almonds and a balsamic vinegar reduction. Before I could even get a taste, my brother had finished it. He really enjoyed the crisp asparagus mixed with chunks of goat cheese. Seasonal Sea Bass served with rainbow swiss chard, mushrooms, organic red beet farro and a carrot-ginger emulsion. Our server described the plate as pan-roasted with skin on, but nope, there was no skin. Instead, it was pan-roasted to a golden brown with a stale crisp crust, which ended up overcooking the sea bass and leaving an oily streak across the plate. Surprisingly, the farro left the lasting impression instead. ~ Dessert ~ Dark Chocolate Creme Brulee with a pecan and bourbon cookie. My brother is a huge fan of chocolate, so he was quite excited to finish with this. Unfortunately, he described it as Jell-O chocolate pudding with torched sugar on top. Additionally, he was given a fork. When was the last time you tried to eat pudding with a fork?! We waited for our server to come around, but she was nowhere to be seen. Andrei's Signature Spiced Carrot Cake with cream cheese frosting, pomegranate glaze and walnut brittle. There's a lot of elements on this that didn't really complement each other. The cake was great with carrot crisps atop the frosting. However, the frosting had a slight yogurt-y flavor to it, the pomegranate glaze felt like an afterthought, and the walnut brittle was just plain ol' sugar brittle. I actually tried eating them altogether, but the taste was really, really odd. It's indescribable, but at least the cake is tasty. Although dinner started on a high note with much anticipation for the meal ahead, the excitement began to fizzle to mediocrity. Andrei's Conscious Cuisine incorporates farm to table practice, but execution was lacking and the story seems disconnected. Their attempt at conscious cuisine didn't let the ingredients shine through and the elements didn't always jive well together. At least when you dine-in, all restaurant profits go toward their philanthropic foundation for Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), so go ahead and eat for a good cause! read more

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Such an amazing time here!!! Came in on a Sunday. My family rented the spot for a baptism. Service was amazing. Food was good, I don't want to complain. The venue was awesome. My family had an amazing time. Thank you Andreis for making the event that much more special!! read more

Andrei's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

4.5 Stars This is one of Irvine's most underrated and under the radar restaurants that has been around for a long while. It's been about 10 years since I last dined here. The food was great then but the service was a litle on the slow side. Fast forward today. I work in Irvine and I have been getting tired / burnt out on the local lunch scene. After trying to find a good sit down quiet atmosphere lunch location, I had remembered that Andrei's was pretty good so I looked it up on Yelp and low and behold they were still in business with good recent reviews. I invited a business colleague to join me for lunch yesterday and it all came back to me how classy and nice the decor is as we entered. This location is spacious and they practiced all of the socially distanced and safety guidelines. The service was warm and our server advised us of the day's special off menu items and soup. My colleague ordered the French onion soup starter and the special of the day cod fish and chips that came with hand cut fries and coleslaw. The presentation was very nice and my colleague was very impressed with the quality of all ingredients. I ordered the signature Andrei's French dip (Thinly-Shaved Roasted Beef, Caramelized Onions, Provolone, French Baguette, Creamy Horseradish, Au Jus, Warm Potato Salad). Boy was that good. It was REALLY good. Sorry...I didn't take pics. I wish I would have. The service this time around was much better than my last experience 10 years ago. The nice thing about Andrei's is their attention to detail and ingredients used in all of their dishes. They focus on using local organic ingredients for all of their menu items. Also another stand out for me is 100% of the restaurant's net profits benefit The Andrei Foundation, which supports many charitable causes and organizations. For more information, go to www.andreifoundation.com. How many other restaurants do you know of does this? If you have never been to Andrei's before, please note that this place is easy to miss. It doesn't really stand out and have large signs or lit up advertisement. Parking can be a little tricky. The best tip is to turn into a small street or driveway named "Siglo" off of Main and drive straight back following small Andrei's parking signs pointing you to a parking garage. Bring your ticket with you and Andrei's will validate your parking. I will definitely be returning soon with my wife for dinner. Their cocktail and wine menu looks great. This is a classy place without the pretentious attitude or atmosphere. read more

We went to have dinner with my husband and asked for a Cabernet bottle and they said sorry but we don't have that bottle, ok we chose another wine. Then I ordered hunger steak and they said unfortunately we don't have today that dish. Ok I chose another dish. And then we asked for a peach cheesecake and they said I am sorry but we Don't have peaches. Really???? We order with strawberries The menu is very short and they don't have the food on the menu. This is very disappointed. read more

Andrei's Restaurant - The cheesecake - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

Wonderful birthday dinner last night (5/2/19) for my father. Incredible service, attention to detail, healthy food with organic ingredients and creative and unique menu. They have something for everyone. Don't overlook this place! It's absolutely wonderful and you can actually hear one another talk. Intimate and elegant. A great place to have a family dinner, date, girls or men's night out or corporate event. Enjoyed almost half the menu! Appetizers - Portobello fries, Vegetable board, lamb lollipops, spring rolls, chopped Salad, tuna tartare, watermelon cucumber salad Dinner- burgers are wonderful, flat iron steak, lingcod Desserts - all of them!! read more

Andrei's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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I was debating between 3.5-4 stars. In the end I am feeling generous because the service was wonderful and the ambience was nice. You get cute little pillows at your booths! Ooooohhh fancy...../ The Mr and I got together with a couple friends for dinner here and it was our first time here and we were pleasantly surprised. I started with "the Summer in Provence" some hoity toity fruity drink that's mixed with champagne. I liked it! I had their beet salad with goat cheese mousse.....brilliant!! I love beet salads but don't care for the goat cheese crumbs that usually accompanies a beet salad. They took care of that issue here and made it into a light foamy mousse. I'm a convert! This was wonderful. My husbands started with the chili and I got a bite of it and it was very tasty! Now get this...I don't even like chili. So that's saying quite a lot. I got their seabass, the Mr got the chicken. The chicken looked and smelled really really good and he finished it quickly. The seabass was prepared and served with the skin, when I saw it I was expecting the skin to be crispy. It wasn't. I was sad because I like it when the skin is crispy and the fish is soft. The dish was served with chard over a bed of risotto! I've been served a lot of stuff over risotto lately....hmmm. For dessert I got the carrot cake, goat cheese cake and the chocolate Creme brûlée. The chocolate brûlée was more like a chocolate mousse - so don't expect anything else- we didn't really care for it. The best was the carrot cake But then I love carrot cake so I may be biased. It wasn't as moist as I had envisioned it. But we will definitely come here again the next time the Mr has work in OC/the area and my girlfriend lives in the area so I'm sure she will be back and update me. Until then.....cheers! read more

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I'm a "meat and potatoes" type guy and was a concerned when I previewed the menu online before coming. The offerings are much different than what I typically see. I did find a new York Steak on the menu and that is what I ordered. There is a bar here so I started with beer. Some bread was brought to the table and it was good and fresh. The New York Steak was good and also ordered the chocolate crème brulee for dessert. The food was good, it was a good atmosphere and the service was good. I'm not sure what I will have next time but there are probably few options for me next time. read more

Andrei's Restaurant - New York Steak - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

We live down the street from this restaurant and always wanted to try it. This week is the OC restaurant week, so we show our support and gave it a try. We valeted our car and entered through their side door and proceeded to go upstairs. We were a bit surprised they were opened for indoor dinning with tables at least 6 feet apart. We were so glad to be able to sit inside since my girlfriend forgot to bring her jacket. The ambiance is dark with a feel of a high end steak house. We were immediately sat down in a corner table in a section of 4 other occupied tables. The water boy came with water right away and we were looking at menus. 15 minutes has gone by, the waiter never acknowledged our presence as he continued to serve other tables in his section. Another 10 minutes went by, we were about to walk out but the bartender, Patrick saw us being ignored for 25 minutes now took our drinks order plus foods order. He apologized for their lack of service and told me he would speak to the manager about our waiter's behavior. We decided to try their pre fixed 3 course meals. Appetizers came out fast and foods were fresh. Later came our delicious entrees photo below. Patrick kept checking on us as our waiter never made an attempt for our presence. The manager was kind enough to take off 20% of our bill plus free wines. We didn't expect that and gave Patrick a well deserved tip. The foods are great! I will for sure to go back again and ask for Patrick as my server. Thank you Patrick and the manager for taking care of us read more

Andrei's Restaurant - Red Miso Ling Cod with sticky rice and spinach. A bit on the sweet side. - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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First visit here. Located amongst the high rise buildings - Very "Irvine"... a bit of a corporate feeling environment. Not what I would call cozy. I didn't take time to try and figure out parking, so I just went with the valet, but it did not seem very straight forward where to park otherwise. The staff were great - friendly with very good service. The liquor stocked at the bar was just ok - I have a better selection in my own home... That being said, my single barrel Manhattan was very good. We had the frites, ceviche, lamb lollipops and flourless chocolate cake, all of which we're excellent. As a quick after-work drop-in I think this place fills a gap nicely. Not special, but enjoyable. I look forward to an occasional visit and to tying other menu items. read more

My favorite in Orange County! Open and airy. Friendly people, interesting specials, and 100% commitment to their cause and customers.

My co-worker and I went to eat there after seeing customers. It was conveniently located next to their office and they were validating the parking which was big plus. Our lunch was very good, I had the wrap and the french fries were warm and crispy. The service was good. They have a big open area, it feels good, it's airy. I asked to close the outdoor patio doors because it was a chilly day and there was a draft, 1 minute after, there was a staff member taking care of it. Way to take care of your guests! Bravo! read more

Andrei's Restaurant - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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Chic and prepared fresh and served by excellent staff even during these difficult times. Ingredients were fresh and prepared as ordered. Drinks were perfect. Staff was efficient and the location was100 beautiful and looked clean and pretty. A bit pricey. Convenient location and parking. read more

Friends brought me here for my birthday last month and I really loved the menu. I hadn't been here for years, but they've really upped their game. My friend ordered the filet and she said it was the best she's ever had. We've been to 3 star Michelin restaurants together, so that's a big statement. We will definitely be back for the food, as well as the vibe. read more

Andrei's is my very favorite place to go for lunch with a friend, especially if a birthday celebration is in order. Unrushed, always super pleasant, and "English Rob" is one of the best when it comes to service. His quick wit and delicious recommendations are the best! You just can't go wrong with the every changing delicious menu! read more

Had a business lunch meeting at this place. As soon as I pulled up on the driveway the valet parking driver assisted me parking my car. I was greeted by a nice host and an outdoor table was ready for us. Our dishes were delicious and served in a timely matter. I will come back again to try other dishes for sure. read more

Fiance and I came here for happy hour last week. 1 drink + hh tacos +hh grilled cheese + hh charcuterie = $50. Orange County really needs to re-evaluate their definition of happy hour. Considering this was one of the better sounding ones I still walked away with a regular bill. The food was good. The charcuterie board came with 2 cheeses and 3 meats and some pickled vegetables (pretty standard). The fish tacos had some purple sauce on it that made it kind of grainy. The grilled cheese had mushrooms in it so it was pretty good, but super greasy. It's essentially just a basic grilled cheese for $8. All in all, it didn't wow me. But I guess it's better than going to a gross trucker dive bar. read more

Andrei's Restaurant - Charcuterie is $23 - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

I was looking forward to having a A great time with great food But the "waiter" ruined my evening with his bad attitude. He should've been cleaning toilets Not serving tables, it was obvious he hated his job.(perhaps he enjoyed bartending better) We will never go back & will never recommend this place. and the 6 appetizers were extremely greasy. The tall gentleman lighting the fire out on the patio was the only saving grace. Great smile great attitude he should train your servers.We said nothing and left because we were guests of a wonderful person who normally frequencies your restaurant and we know she was embarrassed. read more

Came here for happy hour with my coworkers yesterday. We got the second floor balcony to ourselves with a small catering area and unlimited drinks. The service was great! everyone was very friendly. Service was amazing! There was always someone refilling our drinks and clearing the table. The food was good, we had a cheese platter, greek kabobs, flatbreads, cheese rolls, hummus, sliders...etc. Everything was good! And the drinks were a bit on the stronger side, so if you like that, definitely come here. They validate for the parking structure which isn't a far walk from the restaurant. They also have valet for $6 during dinner time. It is a bit on the fancier side....but since I didn't pay for anything, I'm not quite sure how much their items are. read more

After years of planning on trying this place, I finally stopped by for happy hour a couple weeks ago. The happy hour menu isn't big, but there were definitely a few things I wanted to try. We got some drinks and some food. We ended up ordering the beef spring rolls, fish and chips, and pizza of the day. The beef spring rolls (which were actually egg rolls) were served with this yogurt sauce and were actually really good. The fish and chips were just okay (too greasy), and the margherita pizza were pretty satisfying. The best part of happy hour was the drinks! I forgot which cocktail I ordered, but it was something with blood orange soda... SOOOOO good! read more

Great Food. Great Drinks. Great Atmosphere. Great Service. Their menu is very eclectic.

Great service, ambiance, and bar. The food is outstanding. I recommend the Sea Bass and the tuna tartare for an app.

Hadn't been here in years and love the expanded patio area on the top, great views and what I have always loved about this place is the high ceilings and open windows giving you a great breeze and open air feel. Came during happy hour and the $6 wines by the glass were ok, but the $9 really stepped it up and was very worth it. The Alexander cab was wonderful if you like a full bodied wine. Had the following apps: - Grilled cheese: very crispy but the mushy avocado fought it. - Chicken kabab: outstanding, cooked tender and not overdone. The red onions had a good bite to them. - Meatballs: hold on, they are spicy but just awesome. I could go back and eat a plateful of these alone. Overall, this was happy hour only but good food, great drink specials and relaxing atmosphere. read more

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Great experience at Andrei's. We came here just for a cheese board and it was one of the biggest cheese boards I've had at a restaurant so far. The people here are friendly and great. The environment was relaxing at 3 pm and clean and fancy. Would come again. read more

Andrei's Restaurant - Cheese and charcuterie - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

We had a large (25 people) family holiday dinner at Andrei's. The food and service were impeccable. The ambiance was beautiful especially for the holidays. We highly recommend Andrei's for large parties or an intimate evening out. read more

Attended a wedding party there last night. The waitress was great but the waiter was rude! My Filet Mignon came out too rare, they didnt even ask how I wanted it cooked. Another guest was told you couldnt request how your steak was cooked. My sister's filet was well done, apparently they let her request how she wanted her steak. The waitress took my steak back to kitchen and waiter brought it back out 5 minutes minutes later. Still too rare. I decided to just bring it home for my dogs. Waitress asked if I would like the chicken. I said ok. Well 20 minutes later, my chicken dinner came out after everyone was done eating. I would never go back there. They need to get rid of the rude waiter and hire more people like the waitress. Their salad was all stalks and no green leaf. Not impressed! read more

I come here often for work lunches and sometimes company events & Happy Hour. The service that we get is impeccable and I really like Rob, the waiter. (I hope I got his name right, the Irish guy!) My favorites are the Ahi Tuna appetizer, fresh ahi with avocado chunks. Light soy and crispy plantain chips. And the Andrei's Chopped Salad but I substitute the chicken with the salmon. Really like the crispy skin on the fish, and the salad has a lot of interesting textures and flavors. Walnuts, chopped figs, AND some goat cheese! YUM. It's definitely a hearty salad and I feel full but not bloated afterwards. They also have this great dessert, which the name escapes me, but it's like a Chocolate Ganache pudding with a homemade macaron on top. Really rich and decadent but not sweet. Will continue to visit for lunch! read more

Andrei's Restaurant - Ahi tuna - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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Don't be fooled by the thumbnail! They don't have this pasta anymore. Their menu is seasonal and is ever changing. Because of this thumbnail I decided to try this place out. The establishment offers complimentary valet which is nice. We decided to sit outside to eat which was beautiful and shaded. I would say the menu was fair. There wasn't anything that had the "wow" factor. I ordered the only pasta on the menu and the noodles were overcooked. As a tip, if you do decide to order the pasta, make sure you request al dente so you don't have the same experience as I did. The calamari was unique in that it came in a lemon butter sauce - I would recommend that. Overall, this place is nice for a business lunch. I'm glad I experienced it once but would not come back again. read more

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Whenever I have business in Southern California Andrew's is my go to place. The staff is always awesome, chefs are amazing and the manager always goes out of her way not only for me but for everyone. Great restaurant/business. read more

my girlfriend and I enjoyed supper there last night we enjoyed some really unique culinary creations paired with excellent service from our server Shin. they take a normal sounding dish and transform it to flavors that cover every part of the spectrum. Appetizer to dessert we really enjoyed the experience. Management staff was inviting, energetic ,and fun. A must try in the crowded restaurant scene of Orange County read more

Andrei's Restaurant - Chicken Chorizo Linguini - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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We reserved a dinner on OpenTable by chance while visiting South coast plaza and were peasantly surprised when the place exceeded our expectations. A spacious and beautiful setting with great service and food. Totally worth the value. The starters we ordered were enough to satiate us. Calamari, lamb chop lollipops, I dare to say everything was amazing. The ambiance and relaxed atmosphere were also significant as my wife and I can't tolerate noise and irritating background music, so the atmosphere really pleased us. Dina our waitress was amazing and explained the story behind the restaurant and the owner. read more

Had the Fish and chips recommended by English Rob who even brings in his own English malt vinegar.They were amazing.