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    Andrei's Restaurant

    4.0 (871 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    ANDREI'S RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Katrina V.

    Came here for dinner after a wine tasting event. Our friends brought more wine for us to enjoy where I'm not sure what the corkage fee is. The service was attentive and informative. Food was excellent. I had been here once before so it was great I try new dishes. Parking is in the structure which is a short walk to the restaurant.

    My husband and I finally got to try Andrei's, and it definitely lived up to the hype! We started with the calamari and lamb lollipops. The calamari was incredibly tender and unlike the typical versions served with marinara or sweet chili sauce. Instead, it came with a sautéed garlic, shallots, and white wine lemon reduction that was absolutely out of this world. I love calamari and have tried it at many restaurants, but I have to say--this was the best I've ever had. The lamb lollipops were also excellent--very tender and full of flavor. For our main course, we had the wagyu burger and shrimp and grits. The wagyu burger was juicy and packed with flavor, and the shrimp and grits were just as delicious. Our server, Patric, was very attentive and knowledgeable, and his recommendations were spot on. The manager, Dennis, was also very kind--I could tell he genuinely cares about the customers. We will definitely be going back again!

    Calamari
    Vivian T.

    Came here for valentines dinner and it was such a nice time! My boyfriend and I shared the calamari, spaghetti, and short rib. Calamari was decently crispy but lacked a dipping sauce. Spaghetti was surprisingly good considering it was vegan. Short rib was tender and the bed of mashed potatoes was so deliciously creamy. Service was a bit slow because it was busy. Fancy ambiance, perfect date night dinner vibes.

    Anne-Marie N.

    Always enjoyable. Had a really nice evening with friends enjoying some shared plates. Love how great the service always is here.

    Emily G.

    Had my departments Christmas lunch here and it was great. Excellent food and great atmosphere. Everything we ordered was flavorful and beautifully presented. Service was friendly and efficient. Complimentary valet parking during lunch time. We'll definitely be back!

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    Deena B.

    So this review is long overdue! I was introduced to Andrei's by a friend that lives close to the restaurant and is a regular. Well to say the least, I was hooked as soon as I sat down. The ambiance is always beautiful on the inside and I always seem to go when it's just the right amount of people and not over crowded. The restaurant is located upstairs and the view from the windows allow you to have a nice calm and serene moment. The food is always amazing! Three of my favs are the roasted beet salad, the crispy cauliflower and the lamb lollipops; I usually have them every visit! Usually their specials are always fabulous and an opportunity to try something other than regulars on the menu. I will post different pics of entrees my friends and I have enjoyed over the years but I would be remiss if I didn't mention one of the unique facts about this elegant comfortable restaurant and that it is a non-profit restaurant that donates 100% of net proceeds to the Andrei Foundation, a 501.c3 foundation that supports a variety of philanthropic causes; right tell me where can you find every day humanitarians like that these days! I so support and believe in the family for that alone! Now last but not least one of our favorite waitress just happens to be my namesake, Dena (can't remember if that's how she spells her name)! Dena is well knowledgeable about the restaurant and really pays attention to each customer and offers ideas that are specific to their dinning interests; she's just a joy and always offers exceptional customer service! Did I also mention that the cocktails are always point on and I've never had a bad cocktail here. Please note there is valet parking that takes Venmo; I believe $7 or $9 and they have a validated parking lot that is not as close as the valet parking but close enough to walk

    Strawberry with meringue
    Anuja S.

    Came out here for dinner during mine if my business trips to Irvine. Ordered lamb lollipops and crispy cauliflower for starters and it was amazing, must try. For main I tuna tartare, which was cooked to perfection. Dessert lemon butter cake and strawberry meringue. I would suggest ordering the lemon cake over the later. Service was amazing and our server's recommendation were spot on. The ambience is pleasant and perfect for dinner with friends, family or for a formal business dinner. I really had a great experience here and would highly recommend this place

    Tara M.

    First time dining at Andrei's! Parking options are either valet or self-parking. Turn in and veer left for self-parking and right for valet. The entrance to the restaurant is just to the left of the valet station, where you can either take the stairs by the waterfall or the elevator just off to the right. The service was warm and welcoming. We ordered the calamari (lightly breaded and served in a lemon butter sauce), the bistro steak, scallops with Cabernet risotto, and the chocolate cake for dessert. Everything was really good. Andrei's has that "hidden gem" feel. It initially looks like a casual after-work bar actually delivers an elevated dining experience. There were so many more dishes on the menu I'm excited to try, so we'll definitely be back. Great experience overall!

    Virginia J.

    The restaurant is located upstairs on the second floor. There is valet parking at the front but the actual entrance to the restaurant is off to the side. If you don't want to do valet parking, there is a parking structure if you continue driving down the same street. Parking was free for me when I went because there happened to be an event going on. Not sure if it's always like that though. The walk to the restaurant takes a few min and there's a climb up to the actually dining space so make sure you're wearing comfortable shoes. We had a reservation to diner here. Wait staff was attentive and checked on us every once in a while. The food was decent but not something I would come back for. I had the salmon salad and an appetizer (forgot the name but will post pic). Overall the place was clean and there's a bar area in the center.

    Giant two story water feature.  Really impressive in person.
    Chris D.

    My wife and I met fellow yelpers Shawna C, Steven C, and Les S to celebrate Steven's birthday. This is honestly a great place to celebrate a special occasion. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very cozy and upscale. You can park either in the nearby garage which the restaurant validates or you can valet park. When you walk in the door you're greeted by a mind blowing multi-story water feature on the wall. The restaurant is on the 2nd floor so you can either take the stairs or the elevator. Our reservation on Saturday was for 5:30pm which is great if you want a calmer quite atmosphere. We pretty much had the restaurant to ourselves. By the time we left it was getting packed and energetic. To start our tabled shared the "Crispy Cauliflower". It was literally a head of cauliflower that our party of 5 couldn't finish. It was panko crusted and came with harissa aioli. I thought it was very flavorful and enjoyed it very much. I wouldn't get it if it's just two of you though since you'll be full after eating such a huge appetizer. Great value though for large party! I asked Steven what his favorite dish was and he recommended the Short Rib so that's what I had to try. It was a HUGE cabernet braised short rib placed onto a pile of blue cheese whipped potatoes. It was served with caramelized shallots, "chive crisps", and the best frickin brussells sprouts I've ever tasted. No knife needed, the meat was so tender it just fell apart with the slightest touch of my fork. So much blue cheese in the potatoes it was heavenly. Every bite of my dish was amazing and didn't anything behind. My wife's filet mignon on the other hand wasn't so good. It was really hard to believe it was a filet. It was tough, chewy, and full of sinew. Wouldn't recommend this. The sides though that came with it were good and she was able to salvage enough of her steak to be full. For dessert I had the "Eton Mess" which was seasonal berries, lemon curd, cassis, cinnamon, and meringue. I was expecting a boring dessert but I truly loved this dessert and would have ordered a second but the rest of the group would have judged me. The cocktails sound good but they were a bit uninspired and came out looking drab. Compared to other upscale restaurants they need to up their cocktail game. Strength wise though they did not skimp and I was buzzing pretty heavy after one drink so that makes up for it. Really enjoyed the food and company here and can't wait to return to try more stuff!

    Les S.

    Met up with some Yelp friends few weeks ago and had a great meal, so decided to come back with my wife to celebrate our 15 year anniversary. My favorite item so far is Short Ribs. It's cabernet-braised short ribs served with blue cheese mashed potatoes, pan-fried Brussels sprouts, shallots, and chive chips. The ribs were super tender and flavorful, and Brussels sprouts were excellent. Pacific Seafood Salad is one of the best salads I ever had. Definitely in my top three. I thought the price was reasonable for a salad that comes with shrimp, scallops, and red crab. Red wine pickled hard boiled egg was also a nice and unique addition to this salad. It definitely tasted like red wine. Scottish Salmon was good but I would've preferred more seasoning on the salmon itself. The other items on this dish, especially the Oaxacan cheese grits, were quite good. I took a little sip of my wife's Jungle Cat cocktail, which was excellent. It's a spicy, refreshing drink made with spicy citrus-infused Tito's Vodka, Ancho Reyes Liqueur, lemon ginger agave, and yuzu. For dessert I tried Eton Mess and Fuji Apple Cobbler. Both were good but apple cobbler was too typical. I thought Eton Mess was a much better dessert. It's basically a lemon curd with cassis, cinnamon, berries, and meringue nests. It was light and refreshing without being too sweet. It was almost like a palette cleanser after a meal. Service was mixed, which is the main reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5. First visit was good, but service on second visit was quite slow. It's located in a corporate plaza so seems busier on weekdays than weekends. Was here on Saturday both times for early dinner so wasn't too crowded. Has valet parking, as well as validated self-parking right by the restaurant.

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    Great service and great ambience, not to mention the food was delicious. I will definitely go back to this restaurant.

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    Ask the Community - Andrei's Restaurant

    Would this be a good place to take the owner of our company from Connecticut? I chose it for socal sales team/new global director upscale casual get to know you and didn't want to be entitled? Before I knew.

    This is a great option if you want to impress. The ambience is great for business. Definitely upscale casual and comfortable. They have quality food and service, and a great happy hour menu too.

    Is the patio open for dining during the pandemic shut down?

    Yes. It is. And it's incredible as always.

    What's the corkage fee?

    I called the restaurant today (3/20/2021) and was informed the corkage is $20.00

    Do they card upon entry to the restaurant or just the bar?

    I believe they card at the bar.

    Is there live jazz on Friday nights?

    Hello, Thank you for your interest in Andrei's. We do not have live music offered at this time.… Read more

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