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    Collage Culinary Experience

    4.8 (232 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Claudia K.

    False advertisement. There are QR codes all around this food court, advertising $10 off a purchase in exchange for a review. When I tried to use this at Cha Redefine, they told me that they cannot honor this because this QR code has been invalid since the holiday season and that no vendor in the food court accepts this anymore. It's now July, so I wonder, if this QR code is no longer valid, then why is it still all over the place? It's quite deceptive and inconvenient.

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    Suzanne L.

    Got an iced matcha latte 50% sweet with oatmilk at Cha Redefine. Very smooth texture and good flavor. A tiny bit too milk heavy, but otherwise one of the better matchas I've had. I would return to try other items. Online ordering through Toast was easy. Tuesdays you get a 20% discount for members.

    ChaRedefine

    Such a cute spot for foodies! It has a great vibe and ambiance. All food locations are 10/10

    Le Shrimp Ramen
    Gio T.

    Love coming to Collage at South Coast after work on Friday! So many affordable and delicious options. There's something here for everyone. My favorite spots are Paradise Dynasty and Le Shrimp Ramen, but I've had the boba from the tea house and it was really good as well! Love this take on a mall food court!

    Scott L.

    A visit to the Collage Culinary Experience/Food Court is a must for all foodies! It is conveniently located in South Coast Plaza by Bloomingdales on the first and second floor entrance. They'll have everything from Le Shrimp Noodles, Paradise Dynasty dumplings, Bruxie waffles, Cha Redefine tea/boba, and of course Pho Holic. So many of these shops are family friendly and can accommodate large groups. It's a casual spot for weekly nights or weekends. *tip, Many of these restaurants offer happy hour or weekday deals. Employees are kind even when it gets so crowded at times. I do wish they would host more events or celebrations around here.

    Honestly way better than expected for a mall location. We came to the South Coast Plaza location expecting "solid food court pho" and ended up genuinely impressed. The broth was rich, clean, and deeply beefy without feeling heavy or overly salty. Meat portions were generous, noodles had great texture, and everything tasted fresh. The egg rolls were a hit with the kids, service moved fast, and it was surprisingly easy for a family lunch in the middle of shopping chaos. Is it the absolute best pho in Little Saigon? Maybe not -- but for convenience, quality, and consistency, this really delivered. If you're at South Coast Plaza and debating random mall food vs PhoHolic, this is the move.

    Chris A.

    A Must-Visit for Pho Lovers! I recently visited Phoholic at the Costa Mesa mall area, and it completely exceeded my expectations. If you're looking for authentic, high-quality Vietnamese comfort food in a modern, vibrant setting, this is the spot. Why I Loved It: The Broth: The soul of any pho is the broth, and Phoholic nails it. It's clear, fragrant, and incredibly deep in flavor without being overly greasy. You can tell they take their time simmering it. Fresh Ingredients: The beef was tender and high-quality, and the herbs (basil, sprouts, lime) were crisp and fresh. The Vibe: Located within the culinary experience area, the atmosphere is energetic and cool--perfect for a quick lunch or a casual dinner with friends. Service: Even when they're busy (which is often!), the staff is efficient, friendly, and gets the food out surprisingly fast.

    Mailey K.

    The pho was delicious--rich, flavorful broth, tender meat, and generous portions. Really comforting and authentic taste! Service mindset could improve.

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    9 months ago

    Great food and vibes!! I would def come back for pho again. Service was great and quick

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    9 months ago

    We went to CHA Redefine! All the drinks were so delicious and yummy. My favorite one is the peach oolong tea with vanilla foam,

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    Hi, Gus. Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review!

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    9 months ago

    The food was amazing, ambience is great and the service is excellent. I one hundred percent recommend to friends 10/10

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    9 months ago

    Best pho spot i've been to! open till 11PM and it's clean. treat me good with fast service

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    Hi, Alexis. Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review!

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    Hi, Shane. Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review!

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    8 months ago

    It was a great experience and had many good foods. Also the service was amazingggg!!!!! The atmosphere was great too.

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    9 months ago

    Quick bites at south coast!!!!!!!!!!!!! We came after shopping!!!!!! Yummy !!! We came wnd waited 10 mins

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    9 months ago

    Insane service, got my drink in less than 20 seconds the flavor was i credible. I will definitely cone back again.

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    9 months ago

    Gas - love the boba, it's sweet, soft, and delicious. Had a great time and the staff was so wonderfully nice.

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    9 months ago

    the works are very nice and answered the questions very fast and respectfully. I am going to come back many times

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    Hi, Melanie. Thank you so much for leaving us a stellar review!

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    7 months ago

    so delicious and clean!! will definitely be coming back everyone was so nice and caring!

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    The food was amazing!!! I love hanging out with my friends here, the vibe was great!!

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    I especially like the shrimp Roman store here , and the best feeling experience of food court in NA so far

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    5 years ago

    Great spot. Not everything is open but there's a lot of food options to choose from. Has a sleek modern interior and good for families.

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    2 years ago

    Lot of Asian restaurants, some are good. Pricey food. Not suitable for everyone and anyone with allergies.

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    If you want soup, you can get really top quality pho at PhoHolic or shrimp ramen at Le Shrimp Ramen.

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    I have been a big fan of Amar's for years and have been to Broadway in Laguna Beach a couple of…read moretimes. I've always wanted to try VACA in Costa Mesa and last night was the night. We took advantage of the Friends and Family menu they provide on Mondays Only from 5:00 to closing. We sat at the beautiful bar and were watched over by Jacob. The wife had some special non-alcoholic drink that was very pretty and tasted great. I went with the VACA Tonic, an icy concoction made with gin. It was super refreshing and a nice way to start. This menu has selected tapas items that range in price from $8 to $19. We ordered the Pan Con Tomate ($8) which comes with sliced toasted bread slices, tomato pulp, a delicious olive oil and a side of sea salt. You take a piece of toast, squirt some of the olive oil on top, then pour on the tomato pulp. Light, tasty and delicious. Next up, the Patatas Bravas ($9). Perfectly roasted spicy potato cubes, slathered with tomato sauce and a garlic aioli. WOW! So simple yet so good. I licked the plate clean. Next up, the Bikini Sandwich ($9). Two small perfectly toasted cheesy sandwich wedges that have Iberico ham, manchego cheese and a hint of truffles. It was really delicious and the special ham was the star of the show. These are great starting items, yet surprisingly filling. I couldn't stop there though and wanted to order some of their famous paella. I decided on the Paella De Carne ($53). This is a meat paella with pork belly, chorizo, blood sausage, duck confit (a leg & thigh), beef cheek, with bomba rice and a garlic aioli. You have to wait about 20 minutes for them to make it but it's worth the wait. It was perfectly cooked and awash in flavor. The special paella pan they prepare the dish in looked well seasoned and I wished I could have taken it home. The menu is extensive with lots of choices to accommodate any palate. The restaurant is beautiful and has a front and back patio seating. If you have a choice, sit on the back patio. There is valet parking for $12, but there is a parking structure right across the street that provides easy access and is free with validation.

    Splurge restaurant but food is very solid! My husband and I…read morecame here for date night and had a great experience~ Vaca is located next to south coast, interior has tall ceilings and have a small indoor and outdoor seating. They have Spanish menu items, several tapas and main dishes. We got 4 wines and both loved with whites and reds! La bola (8.5/10)-the meat inside was delicious wasn't overly crispy, sauce on top was too much but a classed dish Pani puri (9/10)-interesting concept scallop was delicious and sauce was rich, shell was crispy Cauliflower (7/10)-bit too salty and rich but they give you a good portion Steak (7.5/10)-we asked for medium but it was more in medium rare, good quality but small for price Churro (9/10)-cant beat a piping hot churro with chocolate sauce portion not too large Our server was friendly and vibe was classy Would love to try the paella my next visit!

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