Held a private event in the bar patio area for a retirement party, and it was perfect! Food was timely and served hot, everyone loved all of the food. Drinks were delicious. Casey Valverde was a pleasure to work with and made the whole process so smooth! Staff was attentive during the event and thought of things before I could even ask(re-filling food, bringing out to-go boxes, etc) Definitely recommend an event at Bosscat! I will continue to host future events here read more

No, it's not 2016... but somehow Bosscat Kitchen still has brunch menu favorites under $20 Everything we ordered was SO good. The Blueberry Monster pancakes were fluffy, sweet, and loaded with blueberries without being too overwhelming. The buttermilk pancakes were classic, buttery, and honestly so comforting. We also got the steak & eggs, which was cooked perfectly medium rare and super satisfying, and the Holy Smoked Benedict was packed with flavor with the perfect smoky touch. And let's talk about the $5 mimosas... such a steal Between the delicious food, generous portions, fun brunch vibe, and friendly service, this spot is definitely worth checking out. If you get the chance to come here for brunch, you will no be disappointed!! read more

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Cute location for a date night. Dim lighting, beautiful decor, great food - what more can you ask for? My husband and I were stuffed from a heavy lunch so we split a few shareable plates. The short rib tostadas were perfectly sized to share. The short rib melted in your mouth (easily the best part of our meal). The lettuce wraps with chicken were also light while maintaining solid taste. We ended up opting for dessert and the beignets / apple pie with ice cream were both spectacular. The beignets came with a creamy yellow custard and marshmallow that not only paired perfectly with the beignets, but it enhanced the flavor. read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - BEIGNETS - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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Great spot for lunch during the workweek. Plenty of seating. Validated parking in the parking structure next door. Great service. We ordered a few appetizers, including the pork belly, egg rolls, and bread. All were delicious! I got the coastal white fish with risotto which was pretty good! Would definitely come by again! read more

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Bosscat is consistently good. I've been here multiple times and it's always a great experience. Lana was an excellent server. I recommend the country bread starter and the beignets with lemon curd for dessert. My only complaint was that they didn't have any cappuccino or lattes to enjoy with their delicious desserts. I would have settled for their drip coffee but all they had was whole milk. Maybe that's something they can add to their menu soon! You can't go wrong with any of their entrees. Everything is delicious. read more

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BKL, honestly i vibe with this place. def recommend it and is one of my top restaurants! beautiful space. indoor/outdoor pet friendly. made rez via opentable. came here after we took our easter photos , so we were all starving. we ordered: Maple Buttered Brussels Pig Candy Bourbon Butter Chicken Sugar Barrel Steak Fried Apple Pie OMGosh, like really tho, everything was so good. i def could have ordered all the apps and been a happy girl. service was great! attentive and present. i can see why this spot is on yelp OC's top places to eat! def will be back and will prolly also try out their other location in old town orange! parking: there is a parking garage. BKL validates both self parking (3hrs) and valet. also: HH everyday 3-6pm read more

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It's been over 10 years, so I think it is time for a refreshed review. Since then, Bosscat has moved from being next to the Airport to being in a very nice office park in Irvine. They switched from a whiskey forward garage look to a high ceiling, vintage, aged but modern southern feel full size restaurant with a large bar counter and big screen projection screens outside for "takeout" outdoor dining on weather friendly days. Back in the day, I remembered it for it's Brick Chicken, Red Velvet Churros and Fruity Pebbles French Toast. The Brick Chicken has departed the menu, the Red Velvet Churros are no more and I'm not sure if the Fruity Pebbles French Toast is still around since I haven't been back for brunch. But for dinner... Country Bread - A quick fried circle of bread that is breakaway biscuit sized with a large dollop of butter in the middle. The bread without the butter in the middle already felt sinfully buttered. I wanted to eat it all but was glad I had to share as no man should tempt himself like that. Thick Cut Fries - This seems a little pricey until the side dish reaches you. The fries were square cute and massive. It is something that has to be shared between four people. Glistening orange fried on the outside, tender spud meat on the inside. Their fries are really, really good. Portabello Mushrooms - I love this dish. It comes with wide cute, breaded pieces of portabello mushroom that are fresh fried with a spicy aioli dip. I did not realize that my party of 8 was not that big on mushrooms so I ended up eating half of the dish and there was still leftovers. If you like mushrooms, get this, it's one of their tried and true unique side. Bourbon Butter Chicken - A fried chicken breast that is laid to rest over mashed potatoes (you can get the potatoes loaded if you want) and served with spinach on the side and a creamy mushroom bourbon sauce. This was the perfect amount of everything here and sauce, chicken and potatoes was heaven together. 12 Hour Beef Short Rib - If I am feelin' the itchin for some beef, I go for this over a steak at Bosscat. The short rib is so tender and rich in flavor and is accompanied by a black pepper sauce, mashed potatoes and greens. This is probably my favorite main dish here. For drinks I had the Libation #11, which is like a rye version of a whiskey sour with a little twist. Bulleit Rye, Cointreau, Orgeat, Citrus and Egg Whites. Well balanced, well done. For dessert, we brought a birthday cake for our friend, but in the weirdest twist of fate, there was another large party there that finished before and their server thought when they said birthday, that they had brought that cake so they served our large sheet cake to the other party of about 16-20 people. Our server was very apologetic for the error that she did not create and let us each pick our own dessert from the menu, which we were totally fine with. Fried Apple Pie - This is a large apple pie pocket, served with a scoop of ice cream. It reminded me of those Peanuts Apple Pies I used to buy from the liquor store on the way home from school, but larger, freshly made and warm. Like leveling up 3x from those after school snacks (but they do bring fond memories). It's fun, good and shareable. The only thing our group noticed was that the music seemed to get louder and louder, when in reality it was always there at the same decibel level... Loud. During the first hour we weren't paying attention but then we couldn't hear what we were saying and realized it was not just because of the ambient noise. Hearty food done well, great drinks and a fun atmosphere. Good for dates, dinners with friends or after work happy hour, if you can navigate/tune out some of the loudness. Yes, they do validate a couple of hours for parking. After that, you will have to pay a bit. read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - Libation #11 - it's like a Rye Sour - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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First time at Bosscat!! Came late one night for a quick bite and was greeted with great, personable service. I decided on the mushroom banh mi, and was blown away with how good the side salad was...I would've bought that salad on its own!!! The portabello mushroom paired with the soy sesame sauce/bun was amazing and had the crispy freshness of the veggies. The mac and cheese was also incredible, not too soupy, white cheddar/parm and added texture and a little sweet/saltiness with the ritz crackers. Loved it! read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - MAC N CHEESE - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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Visited on a Tuesday for happy hour , nice selection of drinks and small bites (wished there were fries or salads on the HH menu) Nick was a great bartender. Staff was friendly. Others that joined the bar was also a good time. Food came out prompt , drinks kept flowing. We order the short rib grilled cheese, spicy wings, and Korean spicy sliders. Short rib was great. Spicy wings were nothing spectacular Sliders were also just okay Overall a good time for happy hour. read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

Man oh man... what did I just discover?! The fact that this place is sacrificing profits for the time being.. to bring back 2016 prices deserves some good stars! I thought I was looking at an old menu when I noticed the prices of the items, especially in Irvine, but it was no mistake everyone! I was told that these are newish items on the menu. I've always known bosscat for the fruity pebbles French toast (they no longer have), but have never been. This item was replaced with the blue monster, which I absolutely loved! Believe your server when they say that it isn't too sweet, the homemade blueberry sauce really cuts the sweetness you would imagine. Others in my party opted for more savory items like steak and eggs and the gravy train (biscuits and gravy). Everyone liked what they got and service was exceptional! Have to give a shoutout to our server Lana who took great care of us as it was our first time dining with Bosscat. Absolutely cannot wait to come back and I highly highly recommend!! read more

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If great experience at Bosscat Libations. The restaurant has a really cool whiskey and bourbon-inspired theme with a menu full of great bites to share. Bourbon has recently become one of my favorite things, but this time I went with the Daily Dose cocktail, which is vodka-based. It was refreshing and really enjoyable. I came with a group, so we ordered several appetizers to share, and every single one was excellent. We had the artichoke eggrolls, chicken dip, and the Brussels sprouts pig candy, everything was so good that I honestly filled up just on appetizers alone. By the time we were done, I couldn't even order an entrée. Instead, I finished the night with the beignets, which were a perfect sweet ending to the meal. Overall, the food, drinks, and atmosphere made for a really fun dining experience. Next time, I'm definitely planning to dive into their bourbon selection. read more

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Be prepared to have a great happy hour, but then get slammed with expensive parking fees! They validate for parking and apparently that still equaled to $31 for 4 hours. Sorry but at that price I could have had a few more items off the menu. Space was cute and staff very friendly. Parking structure really is the only way to go, heck at this point I should have valet'd the car. May try another location with better parking because I'm still dreaming about the delicious short rib grilled cheese, and tasty wings. read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - Entrance - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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Right in the middle of a large professional environment with multiple buildings and companies, this place is perfect for happy hour. Came on the weekend and they have their brunch menu until 2:30pm. The atmosphere is very lively and fun, with lots of seating both indoors and outdoors. The food was delicious and well presented, and the staff are friendly. Service can be very slow during busy times. read more

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Food was fantastic. Tasted unique, mouthwatering and left us wanting more! Craft cocktails were delicious, refreshing, prepared with skill and passion! Service by bartender was very good! I was meeting my friend for a late lunch. I am glad I chose this spot. I highly recommend dining here for unique eats!!! read more

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My boss invited our team to dine here for a holiday luncheon. I experienced Bosscat probably 10 years ago when they were at their original location before they moved to this current location. I enjoyed it back then and this was my first time here at the new place. It was easy to find parking in the structure on a weekday late afternoon. The signs were very easy to follow inside the structure. Bring your parking validation ticket with you to the restaurant. There was a beautiful courtyard area decorated with holiday trees, and background, which was perfect for our team photo. The restaurants holiday decorations were festive, warm, and so pretty to look at. The ambience will definitely set you in a holiday mood. We started off with sharing the fried mushrooms and they were very good. If you like mushrooms like me, then you should get this! We all ordered a variety of individual dishes. I chose the bourbon chicken. This is a heavier dish that I usually would not order, but it was a late lunch and I figured it would be my dinner as well. I enjoyed the crispy kale and mashed potatoes (salty after a few bites). The chicken was rich and savory. it was delicious. My coworkers ordered a variety of other dishes, including the salmon, ribeye steak, hamburger, etc. it sounded like everyone enjoyed their food and we all had a wonderful time. Our server, I forgot his name (because I postponed this review, obviously!) was fabulous, kind and attentive. He took a few nice photos of our group for us. So sweet! We really enjoyed this outing and would definitely return for more fun and good food. read more

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Great vibes, cute restaurant, okay service, okay food, BUT FIRE CINNAMON ROLLS Came here for brunch in December and the restaurant was SOOOO CUTE AND FESTIVE! I loved it. Our server was nice and friendly, but the service overall was pretty slow. And it took a while for our food to come out I ended up trying the cinnamon roll (highly recommend) and the steak sandwich. The cinnamon roll was ridiculously fabulous -- crispy yet soft and pillowy. The frosting/sauce was delicious without being too sweet and the croissant dough was such a smart choice! I loved that the cinnamon roll was flaky cuz of the croissant dough. Order it for the table! The chimichurri grilled skirt steak was just okay! Steak was cooked well but there was a lot of bread. So the ratios were a little off to me. I liked the corn and black bean relish, but overall the sandwich was lacking in flavor. I think more moisture, less bread, and more flavor would make this sandwich better. read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - Chimichurri Steak Sandwich - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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Food is usually very good but today they missed the mark on service. Party of 6 and three got food while the other three had to wait, having initially received incorrect orders. Then two of the three received theirs while the third person basically didn't get theirs till we were all done. The waitress did apologize and didn't charge for that entry, but we also had to ask for too many basic items such as butter, maple syrup for pancakes, and salt and pepper. It was Sunday midday so I will give them the benefit of the doubt but this experience missed the mark. read more

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I've been to a different location before many years ago but this spot was so much better! I guess they're known for their whiskey here. Food was actually very yummy. Drinks here are so yummy! The atmosphere here was pretty cool! They have two steak dishes on the menu here because they believe in the quality of their meat. If you're in the area, you have to go! This place is it! The staff was very cool and friendly. They checked up on us a few times which was really cool. One downside is they don't have wifi but they have a great patio and outdoor area which would be great to bring your laptop and do some work. read more

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This might be a better spot for drinks and brunch. The appetizers were okay - I would pass on the tuna lettuce bites. Our main entrées were much better than the appetizers we tried (we had also ordered the burrata and tomato jam). The servers were helpful and attentive in the atmosphere had a great energy and I loved the setup of the restaurant. read more

Clean and classy atmosphere. Our waitress was very friendly, the food was magnificent. I ordered the bowl with ahi tuna, but I was also able to taste the breakfast burrito and the awesome jalapeño salsa that it came with. This is a great place to have brunch with coworkers, family, or friends. We ate outdoors, but indoors was also a very nice option too. read more

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I was influenced by the thousands of great reviews for this place and went for their happy hour/dinner. Unfortunately, I'm not a fan of most the items I got. The braised short rib was so sweet which threw me off because I expected a savory dish. The happy hour menu had the short rib grilled, which the server recommend us. Again, it was sweet because they use the same short rib. The things I liked were the fried pickles and the bread (but holy crap was the bread not worth the price tag). Overall, disappointed that I wasted an Irvine meal here. read more

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The ambiance is on point if you're looking for a posh lounge feel with good food and drinks this is the spot to go. Great for happy hour with the girls/guys or even a date night. read more

We've frequented Bosscat Kitchen & Libations for brunch and have always enjoyed great food and service, which is why this past Sunday was so disappointing. Our experience started off rough when we were quoted a 30-minute wait for a party of six, which was totally fine. We grabbed drinks at the bar while we waited, but that 30 minutes turned into an hour. To make matters worse, when closing out at the bar, two of us were overcharged. Once we were finally seated, things unfortunately went downhill. Our waitress was very nice, but the service overall was poor. Two of us ordered smash burgers with fries, and both burgers came out overcooked. Also, the fries were oddly served on the plate with the burger instead of in the bowl they've always come in before. It may seem minor, but it was another sign something was off. When we tried to get someone's attention about the overcooked burger, a staff member simply picked up the plate without asking if she wanted a replacement or something else. She was basically left without food. A manager eventually came out and offered a new burger, which we appreciated, but by then she was so frustrated she didn't even want it anymore. There were other service misses too--an iced tea was forgotten and brought near the very end of the meal, and no one came by to offer drink refills. To their credit, they did comp the food, and the manager did try to make things right, which we appreciated. But overall, this was a really poor experience, especially coming from a place we normally enjoy and recommend. We'll likely give them another chance because our past visits have been much better, but this brunch was a major letdown. read more

Bosscat is one of those business park eateries that delivers on its promise of accessible good food and drinks for a reasonable price. Because it's in a larger business park (next to the Lifetime Fitness off of the 405), it can get pretty busy in the restaurant from professionals getting off work and/or company gatherings. We came on a Monday evening and our wait was about 30 minutes for 4 people. It wasn't hard to find parking in the garage and Bosscat will validate your ticket. The ambiance inside is very cozy; for the Holidays, they dress up the inside and it makes the Holidays feel very much alive inside. The service is also very attentive and friendly. Our waitress always made sure we had what we needed and kept our beverages filled. Unfortunately, I didn't catch her name. The food was above average. The flavors of my dish (bourbon butter chicken) were pretty good however the chicken was a little dry and chewy. Their drink menu features some creative twists on classic cocktails and were quite tasty! We appreciated that the drinks' prices were a little bit under most comparable restaurants' prices. I will definitely have to come back and try other dishes so I can more accurately talk about their food. However, I would definitely come back for some drinks! read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - Bourbon Butter Chicken - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

Our server, Jedediah was hustling last night! I was shocked by how busy it was on a Wednesday night at 7pm. It was totally poppin! I ordered the crispy butter ranch bread and it was ok. The warmth and crispness were great, but the butter was sitting like a pool on top and it made the bread so greasy to hold and also a little mushy. I also got the avocado salad and it was pretty plain. I would have liked to see some nuts, fruit, something to really round out the flavor. My favorite thing about Bosscat Kitchen is the decor, which is elevated and upscale. I think when I go back next, I will try some desserts! read more

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I've had this restaurant saved for years, we tried going to the other location because we were closer to it, but they were having a farmers market so we drove the extra miles to come to this location and it was worth it. It was lunchtime, but I couldn't pass up the blueberry monster. It was crazy good not overly sweet also got beignets and those disappeared quickly. I probably wouldn't order the blueberry monster again unless I was sharing it with somebody and there's too many other things on the menu that look good. read more

Bosscat has such a cool vibe and ambience. They are a whisky bar, but serve many other wines and cocktails too. I came for happy hour which is everyday from 3-6 pm. The fried pickles were killer with a great dipping sauce. The house cab was good as well. Definitely a cool spot to meet friends after work and the happy hour variety leans towards american but still a fun fusion about it. read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - fried pickles - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

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I've visited Bosscat at the former location, and have yet to try this location. First- the plaza where the restaurant is located is with a number of office buildings, a gym, and other restaurants. There are several signs directing patrons for parking and to locate the restaurant. The decor inside is very well done- coming in October felt like we were visiting the Haunted Mansion... some very high quality decorating and attention to detail. The happy hour menu is also on point with many appetizers and drinks at a reduced and reasonable price. Service was good and fine- although nothing stood out from our interactions with serving staff. Food was severely over salty. Numerous comments were made from our table across our appetizers and entrees that many of the dishes were too salty. I am a SUCKER for savory and salty foods but even I was offput by the abundance of salt in the pork belly, prime rib dip, and the nachos. read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

Ambiance was great! Decor was cool. Food was good and the service was also great! Went in on New Year's Day and it was quite empty. Reason why I gave 4 stars is because I can't see how one of our orders was wrong while there was really no traffic in the restaurant. However, it was remade and was delivered out promptly. Female server who worked on the evening of Jan. 01, 2026, great job on service and keep up the convos w your guests. It made our evening pleasant. PEACE!! read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - The Menu for their NYE dinner celebration. - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

This place is fantastic! A tantalizing and varied menu of food and drink- I kinda wanted to order everything?? I'll just have to come back again. This time, I selected the Sweater Weather cocktail for its cozy fall vibes and paired it with whiskey nachos. Both items were distinctive and delicious! I loved the modern, inviting ambiance here, and the service was so friendly. The inside can be a bit loud, so if you're seeking quiet conversation, opt for the patio. Parking is easy; in a structure with validation. I really want to try this place again! read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

Came here on a Sunday night and it was very easy to make a reservation on Open Table despite being pretty busy. While disappointed that we were asked to sit outside as it was cold out, the patio heaters and closed shades did help make it a bit warmer! Staff were excellent, responsive, and attentive! Food was very good and hearty, with good portion sizes! Would definitely recommend! read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - BOURBON BUTTER CHICKEN - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

The food was incredible, the drinks were incredible, the vibe was amazing and the service was amazing! Irwin was great we ordered everything he recommended and it was all unforgettable! Thanks for being apart of my birthday Irwin! I read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - Mac and cheese, egg rolls, bread - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

Brunch Royalty at Bosscat Kitchen Brunch with the fam at Bosscat was an absolute win. Started with the beignets which were a sweet and perfect intro. The chilaquiles? Straight fire --bold, flavorful, and worth every bite. The omelet? Fluffy perfection. Even the gluten-free options were delectable (rare brunch magic right there). Drinks? A tale of two moods: mimosas are a must for the classic vibe, but the Hugo Spritz was a refreshing twist I didn't know I needed. Already plotting my return--next time, the legendary bacon shot is calling my name. Bosscat doesn't just serve brunch, it serves moments. Service 10/10, options are many and the vibe is chill yet edgy. read more

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Delicious and creative food options! Service was friendly. Drinks were tasty. Loved the banana pudding!! Definitely worth a try! read more

Bosscat Kitchen & Libations - New American Near Me - Irvine, California

My friends and I came here for our Christmas dinner and they had the place decked out. The decorations were so nice and festive. Our waiter was great and answered all of our questions. We started with the Bosscat fries and the Bread with Ranch Butter. Both were great but the fries are very thick cut and came with a tiny amount of ketchup...we had to flag someone down to get more ketchup. The bread while also good...did not justify a $13 price tag. We got the short rib tostadas, the spinach & artichoke eggrolls, the sweet sticky shrimp, and the coastal white fish. The white fish was the star of the show, while the eggrolls were not good at all (bland and weird texture). We finished the night off with fried apple pie and the ube cheesecake. The apple pie was the better of the two. The cheesecake was good but you only needed a few bits to be done with that. Overall, it was a great experience and the ambiance of the restaurant is great. I look forward to trying the other menu items!!! read more

Hosted an event here and everything was perfect! From the get go, Casey and Chris were amazing. The service was impeccable... Kate was great and very knowledgeable and the servers made everyone feel at home... the food and drinks were a hit. And the space was beautiful. Thank you. We will be back! read more

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Birthday lunch vibes were excellent! 3 hours free parking with validation at structure. Bosscat is downstairs. Love the vibes it's cigar vampy library style upscale n Trendy. I did the ribs dinner and it was sweet and tasty not dry. They even brought me a birthday ice cream treat. Excellent service. read more

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10/10 12 Hour Beef Short Rib - Wow, this dish is the star of the show--absolutely delicious! The short rib is incredibly tender, which is no surprise since it's slow-cooked for 12 hours. A must-try! 10/10 Bacon Mac and Cheese - YUMMY! This was my favorite appetizer out of everything we ordered. It was super cheesy and creamy, and the bacon added the perfect touch--it made all the difference! 9/10 Country Bread - This bread is deliciously sweet! It was recommended by the server, and I'd definitely get it again. 8/10 KC Chicken Meatballs - These were okay! Nothing to rave too much about. It had a decent sauce. 6/10 Street Corn Poppers - This was probably my least favorite appetizer. It was much too bready--I was expecting more corn. 6/10 Cost - EVERYTHING IS PRE-TAX AND PRE-TIP. 12 Hour Beef Short Rib - $37.00, Bacon Mac and Cheese - $14.00, Country Bread - $11.00, KC Chicken Meatballs - $15.00 ,Street Corn Poppers - $12.50. Things are on the more expensive side here. read more

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The most plain, flavorless, uninspired food ever. How this place has 4.3 stars is beyond me. Let's start with the tomato burrata dip nonsense. It was neither hot nor cold, neither warm nor cool; just an awkward temp. but that aside the supposed "tomato confit" was 70% orange marmalade, which was not mentioned on the menu at all. It was excessively sweet and confusing The avocado salad was rife with browning, unevenly cut pieces of romaine, with barely any pieces of avocado, and tossed in the most flavorless dressing. The "avocado" dressing tasted nothing like avocado and the salad was just disappointing. The salmon had no flavor, the steak was also flavorless and the lettuce cups were also a fail (and yes, the lettuce looked like it was on the verge of being spoilt) Just when I thought the service was at least good, I noticed a charge for extra bread on my bill. The server had took it upon himself to give us extra bread, which we initially thought was a kind gesture, only to find he added it our bill lol Of course I had to ask him to take it off the bill, which he did, but the whole thing left a bad taste in my mouth Needless to say, i won't be returning read more

We were here on a Sunday- 4/19/2026. Had excellent service from Nick. He had great drink recommendations and we loved everything one of them. Thanks Nick- see you next time!! read more