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    Cozy Pine

    4.0 (316 reviews)
    Closed 2:00 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Camp anawanna and seasonal margarita
    Heather H.

    Went in on another weekday night and were able to accommodate us without a reservation. Got the camp anawanna, still delicious with toasty cocoa notes. And also got the seasonal margarita-prickly pear. I thought it was delicious but my partner thought it was a bit too sweet. Ended with the lava chocolate cake. Yummy but not worth $14, a bit small for that price. Ambiance is impeccable as always, it seems they change the decor ever so slightly? This time there were whispers of skulls, maracas, reminiscent of Dia de los muertos.

    Apple pie shot
    Jamie W.

    I tried the camp anawanna with marshmallow cocktail and apple pie shot, which were both tasty. The bourbon tasted like fireball, missing the "graham cracker" note, and the apple pie tasted like green apple and no cinnamon. Both had a good balance of liquor and sweetness. The decor makes it a cool place to grab a drink and has a chill cabin vibe. Service was fine, as they made sure to announce last call for the bar and food, but didn't check up on us for anything besides for ordering.

    glamping plate and bbq fries (@justjewelvibes)
    Jewel C.

    genuinely was amazed by how cute this spot was! it's definitely smaller than expected and it really is hidden but worth it! I loved the camp theme and the little cabins that you could sit in. the food and drinks were also amazing! I got the lychee drink which tasted delicious and it was strong. for food, definitely get the bbq fries, the flavor was amazing and addicting. we also got the glamping plate which is like a charcuterie board and I got shrimp and fish tacos. bartender was also super nice and shared with us some PBJ shots! service was great

    Elle B.

    Tracking down a solid drink in Orange County without stumbling into a sugar bomb takes some effort, but Cozy Pine totally nails the assignment. The space itself has a genuinely cute campground aesthetic that sets the ideal backdrop for a relaxed afternoon or evening out. We went with the Outdoor Oldie and the Lycheed & Loaded cocktails, and both were balanced and delicious. You obviously need proper snacks to anchor drinks that good, and their BBQ Shoestring Fries hit the exact right note of crispy and salty. The environment is effortlessly chill, but the bar program absolutely means business. My idea of camping.

    Lena K.

    Who'd expect a pretty small restaurant to add a small speakeasy to their location? I think it's brilliant as we all love speakeasies and it was packed, while the restaurant, Bacchus, was empty, on a Saturday night. It was rainy So Cal day so that could explain why no one was dining out. We put ourselves on the wait list which was about 30 mins or so. When we got there, they didn't really check our name. The gal said she only has barstool seating for two. We said, ok. The place is so tiny, but cozy, as the name implies! I found the my drink good, but nothing too crazy special. I had the Camp Anawanna which is a graham cracker infused bourbon and a torched marshmellow drink. It was good, but not for $17. I also didn't care for the service. I don't think I'd return.

    Hangar steak skewers $22

    Pricey food and drinks for the ambiance. We came during the World Cup and since the Speakeasy is not fully enclosed, we could see the big screen projector above the "roof". There is a window at the entrance and we thought the food and drinks would come out from there, but instead servers kept opening and closing the main sliding door to enter. Kind of an annoyance since people outside can see in, and people inside could see out.

    Menu 12/1/25
    Pree J.

    I have visited Cozy Pine twice now and only have good things to say. Firstly the service is great, all very nice and I got a complimentary smore tart plate from my server the last time I visited. The location is also good, there is tons of parking available and I have never had trouble finding a spot. The drinks here are STRONG which is good, but bad if you're driving, so get a couple snacks to sober you up haha. They usually require reservations due to the small capacity of the Cozy Pine room but I think it is definitely worth checking out!

    James ..

    In search of a fun spot for good conversation that was unique. This place seemed to check all the boxes so I made reservations. It's located in a shopping center so plenty of parking and the cozy pine is located in the back of Bacchus Bar and Bistro so that's where you enter. It took me a second to figure it out. Once you enter you realize how small it is with very few tables so not great for big parties so recommendations are the best. The drinks selections are pretty fun and tasty as well as the fries. Definitely try the fries!!! Service was great and our server always made sure we had what we needed. If you're looking for a cool fun place to get a drink with a couple friends or date night this is definitely a spot to try out. There are amazing food places around as well.

    Our double dates!
    Crystal W.

    We came for apertifs and all of the drinks were soooo good. We tried lychee, dirty Girl Scout (minty whiskey), and a Smokey mezcal. We LOVED their crispy fries. It tasted like Lays BBQ chips.

    Inside - there's only two tents - very cozy. The rest are just like benches
    Yun Ping C.

    I don't go to speakeasies or bars often and my friend wanted to try this spot so we made a reservation to come. Personally, I have never heard of this place before, but my friend said she had seen a lot of tiktoks and it was hard to get a spot. After trying it, I can see why! The inside is very small. The largest party a table can fit is 4 and the whole place can fit maybe 8 parties of 4 max since there's 6 tables and 1 long bar area. We made a reservation for a party of 4 on a Monday at 6:30 pm. Both "tents" which are more intimate tables, were taken already. Food was okay. My friend got the BBQ Shoestring Fries ($12) and my other friend got the Campfire Guacamole ($14). They accidentally gave us the glamping plate ($15). We ended up sharing the Chocolate S'more Tarts ($14) as well. For drinks, my friends got the Camp Anawanna ($17)and Devil's Postpile ($17). I got the Lavender Fields which was a lemon drop which wasn't on the menu. I liked my drink as it was sweet as expected. The server said the Camp Anawanna was one of the sweeter drinks on the menu, but my friend disagreed. She ended up getting a different drink and the server was nice and changed her drink at no extra charge. Overall food and drinks weren't anything crazy, I did enjoy the fries and my drink, but I wouldn't come back specifically for them. The theming for the place is very cool though! Service was a little slower. Since the speakeasy is inside of Bacchus, and in a whole separate room, you can't see when tables need assistance. We found it difficult to get their attention and it got pretty busy in there. They were very nice though. As I said earlier, they changed my friends drink and didn't charge us for the glamping plate since they accidentally gave it to us. For ambience, this is where Cozy Pine excelled. It truly feels like you're in a cabin and the vibes were great. Very cozy and comfy. Perfect for couples or for a girl's night out. I love the decor and even the mugs for the water. The menu is also well curated for the place. I would definitely be back, but give myself some time to enjoy the atmosphere!

    Shannon Z.

    Highly recommend making a reservation when you come! It's VERY tiny and cozy inside (much smaller than we anticipated with only few tables). The interior is SUPER cute and cabin themed with dimly lit orange/firey lighting. It's located inside Bacchus Bar. They have a good selection of finger food here - we ordered bbq fries which were delicious and tasted like bbq chips - the fries were thin and crispy which I love. We also ordered the smores which were more of a cold chocolate pudding inside a cookie wrapped in toasted marshmallows - it was super delicious!! The drinks here are yummy and they have mocktail options available as well.

    Janet R.

    Cozy Pine is located inside Bacchus Bistro in the Quail Hill plaza. Parking is easy and no fuss and the place is very easy to find. Cozy Pine has about 6 seating areas and a few bar top stools in a corner. The ambiance is cute, space is limited, and the decor fits the name. The munchies selections are limited but all sounded great and they had a great selection of unique craft cocktails. Fortunately I was already full from my previous destination for the evening so we just opted to try the drink specials . I ordered the Lychee martini and it was very delightful with a kick that I appreciated. Overall I will definitely be back!

    Glamping plate
    Teresa B.

    They release reservations on Yelp a week in advance. It is a small speakeasy, so I highly recommend making one. I had to call Bacchus' phone number to change my reservation time for Cozy Pine. Nicole was kind in accommodating the change. I ordered the ruby's expedition and found it less sour and more sweet, but still refreshing. My friend ordered a lychee martini special for the night. We also tried the Devil's postpile and it was too sweet. My friend didn't finish that drink. As we left, another table mentioned to Nicole that the drinks were too sweet for them too. We shared the guac and glamping plate. The guacamole was served with two big rounds of tostadas, which makes it a little harder to share. We would prefer regular tortilla chips to easily share guac. The glamping plate was good, but just too small to share. Decor is perfectly on theme and cute, even down to the drink ware. Their walls had a Big Foot graphic that often caught my point of view. This is probably a good spot for date night for those who enjoy sweet cocktails. I would try Bacchus first than revisiting to Cozy Pine. Also, when making a reservation it says there is $20 minimum spend per person, which is easy to fulfill due their pricing. Like ordering one drink and an appetizer.

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    Cute speakeasy. They have cocktails & small menu of snacks & desserts. Make a reservation.

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    Are there gluten free options here?

    Hi Nicole, yes we do have some gluten free options.

    Is there a cancellation fee?

    I believe when I made my reservation, I had up until 24 hours to cancel without a fee

    How many seats are in this space? I'm wondering if I were to have my birthday there. Thanks!

    There was about 6 booths and could fit 2 -3 people in each one and there was a couple high chairs. So maybe around 20 seats

    How far in advance can I make a reservation? I see that it's only an available thru the beginning of December right now.

    They book out 2 weeks from the date you want to reserve.

    Is the food offered enough for dinner or just to accompany the drinks as appetizers?

    It's a super cute place and the snacks are good, but I wouldn't say it's enough for dinner personally. There's a restaurant outside of it that has a much wider menu so you could always eat there if you're still hungry.

    What is your phone number?

    +1 (949) 502-4600 . It is the restaurant we are located in, reservations have to be made through Yelp.

    Do you take reservations on yelp for Saturday nights?

    We do! Friday and Saturday do get booked fairly quickly, you’re welcome to call and check what availability we have on our waitlist.

    What are your hours?

    The Cozy Pine opens at 5:30pm everyday. We close at 9pm on Sundays and 11pm the rest of the week.

    How to cancel a reservation?

    You can call the restaurant or cancel through Yelp or however else you booked the rsvp on

    Do you have any vegan and vegetarian food options?

    A lot of their small bites is vegetarian, and they use a vegan chocolate sauce in some drinks.

    Do you have an non-alcoholic drinks/mocktails?

    Hi, we are currently working on curating one to be on our menu, but our bar team will happily shake or stir something up for you according to your preference!

    Do you need reservations or are walk ins allowed?

    You can walk-in, but might have to wait if it's full since it's small inside. Reservations are easily made on Yelp as well.

    Does it have a full bar?

    Hi, we have a full liquor program. The cocktails are made to order from the main bar at Bacchus, but the space is its own enclosed experience. We hope to see you soon!

    Do you have any beer, wine or non alcoholic options? My husband doesn't like liquor and I'm pregnant but we want to check it out!

    We have beer, wine, and N/A cocktails!

    Are babies allowed?

    Hi, Thank you for contacting us. Currently, we are a 21+ space. We are hoping to extend hours on Saturday and Sunday for younger guests between Noon and 4:30PM.

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    4.8 mi
    $$$

    We made a reservation at Twenty Eight for our son's graduation dinner. We absolutely love this…read moreamazing restaurant! The food is to amazing! Twenty Eight's decor is very elegant and classy but not stuffy. It is very welcoming and comfortable. We arrived early to enjoy a few cocktails before dinner. Our drinks included the Rebel, Do the Hokey Toki and Somm's Old Fashion. The cocktails were a perfect way to start our evening! We had a party of 9 and ordered a variety of appetizers, entrees and sides. My husband and oldest son ordered the Chateaubriand and thoroughly enjoyed it. My middle son and I ordered the salmon, which was perfect as always. Several of our guests ordered the capellini and prime New York strip. Our appetizers: French fries, truffle fries, salmon crudo, Spanish octopus, Black Tiger Shrimp, and of course the famous griddled scallion pao with sambal chili butter (amazing!). Our sides included: garlic fried rice, broccoli and greens, mac and cheese, Brussel sprouts and potato puree. For dessert we ordered the seasonal sorbets: passionfruit and mango - super refreshing! The restaurant surprised my son with a congratulatory dessert for his graduation - totally unexpected and greatly appreciated! He absolutely loved it and it added such a nice touch to our evening! All the cocktails, appetizers, entrees, sides and desserts are absolutely amazing - we loved everything. But, I will say the one thing that is always above and beyond any other restaurant that I visit is the service. I cannot emphasize enough how much I appreciate the wonderful and warm customer service! Our hostesses, bartenders, server and food runners truly give you the best experience possible. Kevin was one of the first to warmly greet us - and of course he made us feel like old friends visiting again. Stacie visited us during dinner to check on us and make sure that we were enjoying our evening. Another amazing dinner at Twenty Eight and one that we will never forget. Thank you to Stacie, Kevin and the entire Twenty Eight staff for making my son's graduation dinner the absolute BEST. We will be back soon! Thank you!

    Came here for my birthday dinner and overall, it was not a bad experience, but not something I…read morewould recommend to others. All the food we got was good, but in comparison to visiting my local southeast Asian restaurants and accounting for the price, it was okay and not outstanding. The biggest Stand outs of this meal was the breads; they were incredibly fluffy and decadence and were a crowd favorite amongst my friends. Everything we got was something not worth getting, or something I've had better elsewhere. The service was good, but my main complaint was that because my party was a group of 6, we were given an awkwardly large table in a room that was empty except for out table and a few decor. As a result, our voices echoed and once again, the it was quite awkward for a high end restaurant. I wouldn't really come back here as a treat meal again, nor would I rave it to my friends.

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    Club 616

    Club 616

    4.6
    (193 reviews)
    8.0 mi
    $$

    When I said "Bar" and "Santa Ana" in the Yelp search - of course it said "Club 616" in the first…read morespot - OF COURSE IT SAID 616!!! I was lucky enough to stumble across this gem of the center of OC when they first opened - and I am proud to be a regular here. I don't know how to go somewhere else - because I feel like the staff are giant gems in this jewel of a spot. Winters is a curator of boozy information that has helped me learn about "gin" and "root beer whiskey" so I can sound like an adult-ish purveyor, when really I know close to nothing except being a willing student to his creations. Dan the Man and Jacob always see me raise my hand in the corner of the bar, like the student I am, and have been willing to fill in the blanks for me when I know I am of thirst, but do not have the words for what to order. Every person working in the well has treated me with kindness - they have taken the time to get to know me, and I will be forever appreciative of how they have taken care of me over the years. But the real joy has been the transformation that this spot has for building a community of people in Santa Ana for real recognizing real. I have been bringing my Dad with me to play pool for the past few years. Sometimes people ask me if he plays professionally, I am terrible, and my skill incline is slow, he is patient and plays with the same level craftiness that the staff offer the cocktails. My Dad is always stoked when we have time to go have a few hours of games at 616 - especially now that there are regulars on 4th street that are excited to see that he is there playing - and they rush to write their names on the chalkboard to challenge him - or beat him in a game they really earned the W. On lazy Sundays, I watch couples sit with their drink, listening to Jazz, and watching my Dad whoop my ass while making amazing shots. I am forever grateful to Memo who sometimes takes a break from his shift behind the bar to give my dad an actual challenge - which allows me the chance to watch my Dad enjoy fellowship around the table. Knowing the table was a relic of the bars former self, and knowing the history that this spot has in Santa Ana is a reminder that so much around us can change - but it is those moments of the crack of the rack, the cheer of getting the combo shot, and the shake of hands when it's over that shows that it's not just about the pool table - but about the energy of a place that is welcoming and curated by people who care about what they do - and care about who comes through their doors. Thank you Jason and Mike B to bringing this to 4th St and supporting the community that was already here - and for building a community for the future. Thank you to Christina and Brandon for always having amazing pictures, decor, and fun events at 616 that help introduce new folks into this great spot. Time is short. Learn about Root Beer Whiskey. Write your name on the Chalk Board. No one lives forever.

    I love the vibe here. It's about the energy and atmosphere for sure. Reminiscent of the bars /…read moreclubs in Baja California or Mexico in general, it's lively with a back patio area and even like a taquero there, at least on weekends. The drat beer selection is solid and the cocktails are well crafted. Highly recommend this spot. One of my favorite it's Downtown Stabba Ana

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