NEP Cafe is an exquisite take on Vietnamese fusion cuisine. We tried the steak frites and the 15 oz…read moreribeye, and both were amazing in their own right. The standout for me was definitely the 15 oz ribeye. The flavors were beautifully infused throughout the steak, and the fish sauce was absolutely on point. It added such a unique depth without overpowering the dish. The texture was incredible as well: tender, juicy, and cooked to perfection. The steak frites were also delicious and definitely worth trying. To top it all off, our server was incredibly kind and attentive, which made the whole experience even better. Overall, NEP Cafe is a great spot if you're looking for Vietnamese fusion with bold, creative flavors. The ribeye alone is worth coming back for!

I came here with a high school friend on a Saturday morning and were quickly seated (made a…read morereservation beforehand). I had been here once before for dinner but never for brunch, so it was nice to see how the beautiful interior changes with the sunlight. We ordered two dishes to share, the beef belly bowl and the shrimp garlic noodles, alongside the wild berry matcha and the strawberry yogurt matcha. I really enjoyed the contrast in greasiness from the meat and the sharpness of the complementing veggies in the beef belly bowl, and though the shrimp garlic noodles were a bit heavy from the oil, the flavor was very robust and delicious. I also really liked how they had more unique matcha flavors that were also not too sweet and very yummy as well. I love how they come with oat milk already, perfect for my lactose intolerant tummy. Overall, I'd love to come back again and try new dishes and matcha flavors. Highly recommend!

Helena was so welcoming and sweet. She gave us great recommendations! The food was so good and…read morefresh! The dessert (smore brownie) was phenomenal.

First time trying Lazy Dog, and honestly was not expecting much, besides typical fast casual…read moredining. However, my boyfriend and I came during their happy hour and they had such a vast amount of choices of apps and drinks for a really good price. Everything including their service was above average as well! We definitely enjoyed trying as many appetizers as we could and will be coming back to try the rest. Special shout out to our server Hector, he helped us choose all of our delicious items and gave us great service.

I gave Postino Park Place in Irvine 3 stars. The location itself is a really nice, clean, and…read moremodern restaurant with a great vibe, but the overall experience was definitely a mixed bag. We ordered a bunch of bruschetta to share for the table, and while they were good, they were honestly lacking that real "wow" factor. For my main, I ordered the P.R.E.A.M. bowl and found it to be quite mediocre. It was pretty plain overall, and all of the vegetables inside were extremely undercooked. While the food was average, the service was pretty much zero stars. It was extremely spotty throughout the entire meal, our drinks were never refilled, and to make matters worse, they actually charged us for coffee that never showed up at our table. It's a lovely space with decent light bites, but the food execution fell short and the severe service issues really dragged down the experience.

First time here with my girlfriend, and Ivanna P. Was an absolute gem. We had great food, cold…read moredrinks and amazing service. We're new to the area and searching for our new watering hole. Ivanna was the convincer! See ya soon!

Using the Yelp app, we timed our arrival on a weekend night to what we thought would be a no-wait…read moresituation, but a line already formed late afternoon. Still not a problem, as we just joined the wait list and it was accurate down to the minute. It's a small place that is one big sushi bar. You can watch as most of your food is made in front of you. There's a reason why the crispy rice appetizer is repeatedly mentioned by other diners - it is really good. The salmon appetizer and cucumber salad were also worth it. Dont skip the fries. Dusted with furikake and perfectly crispy on the outside. I didnt like the sauce it came with my others in my party did. (They compared it to the Raising Canes sauce?) The hand rolls come out pretty quickly and at a decent pace that keeps the seaweed crispy. We ordered the salmon, salmon crunch, spicy tuna, crab and california rolls - all were delicious. It was surprising to us how full we were, because it feels like when we go to a regular sushi spot we eat so much more. The yuzu drink (non alcoholic) was refreshing and if you're just having water, they'll keep the glass full. We noticed the family next to us had two "Kei concepts" boxes that look almost like happy meal boxes. They said it's the kids meal that has chicken nuggets, fries and apple juice for only $8. Not a bad option, if your kiddo isnt into sushi yet.

So fresh and delicious! Just a tiny bit on the pricey side for some hand rolls but the quality of…read morefood here is nice and flavorful! The scallop & spicy tuna rolls were my favorite!!! The scallop roll melts into your mouth while the spicy tuna has a good crunch and flavorful kick. The servers here are not the highest in energy or have the brightest attitudes but was glad they still took the time to checkin with us here and there whether we wanted to put in our next orders in (they serve you your next portion AFTER consuming your first) Fyi there's usually a wait so I recommend trying to join the waitlist as soon as possible (ex. usually around an hour wait around 6pm. it gets pretty packed quick)

The food was good at this restaurant however the service was really disappointing. We were waiting…read morefor a table via open table and when we were informed we were next we saw about 8 couples sit before us and it took another 45 minutes (on top of the hour we already spent) Trying to figure out this issue we spoke to the hostesses who were passive aggressive and borderline rude They were not interested in helping us or giving straight answers. We were sat next to the bar eventually where the bartender ended up taking care of us for the night. She was amazing and apologized for the hostesses. She said it was beyond normal. I do not plan on coming back after this experience.

Exceptional service from Adrian!…read more We had an amazing night at Culinary Dropout, thanks largely to Adrian behind the bar. We weren't sure what to order, so we put ourselves in his hands, and every recommendation was spot on. He started us off with the Sloppy Joe appetizer, which was a fun, delicious surprise. The Mongolian short rib plate was tender and full of flavor, easily one of the best entrées we've had in a while. He finished us off with the mud pie, the perfect way to end the meal. You can tell Adrian knows the menu and actually cares that his guests have a great experience. He was friendly and attentive, and he made the whole night feel effortless. If you go, sit at the bar and ask for Adrian. We'll definitely be back!

Andrew was great oh my gosh he was the best he was able to help us when it was super busy on a…read moreSaturday night and that was really fun

A special shout to our server Leonardo. Thank you for the great service and for recommending us the…read morelava cake! It was so delicious!

Excellent service! Friendly and inviting. The Hostess Brooklyn and wait staff were superior…read more Highly recommended... the team was very attentive

From the happy smiling faces of the hostesses at the front door to the superb waitress, this place…read morewas really impressive. The food was delicious, the desserts were X-rated!

We came here for a drag brunch which was outstanding!…read more Food and drinks here are good. You do have to sometimes wait a bit for service but it was pretty busy at the time that we went.

OC girls with pretty heels, beware of the patio! I wish I were joking. I was having dinner in the…read moreoutdoor patio when my heel got lodged in the heavy metal grating beneath our table. It was stuck badly enough that the manager had to come over and repeatedly work my heel back and forth to get it out, which left the patent leather visibly dented and damaged. What bothered me more than my damaged heel was what happened next. I was asked to fill out an incident report at the table, during dinner, but we were never moved from the area. Nothing was adjusted on our bill and we were simply left at the same table. Sure enough, when I stood up later to go to the ladies room, my heel went into the grate AGAIN. This time I lost my balance and nearly fell. Thankfully, I caught myself. The first time was an accident. The second time was frustrating because they already knew exactly what had happened and how easily a heel could get caught there. Moving us to another table would have prevented it. The manager was kind and empathetic, and I want to be fair about that. My disappointment is with how the situation was handled after the problem was known. So ladies, if you're dining on the patio in heels, watch where you step.

Came here on a Sunday evening and it was crowded! Luckily, in this type of place, you order first…read moreand then assigns you to a table, so there's no need to fight for a table. The classic cheeseburger was very good! A little on the plain side, but still good. I got the green chile queso fries and the queso was too extra in my opinion. It belonged with chips and not fries. The fries are good on their own! The vibe feels like a brewery and busy but it's not too overstimulating. Overall, a good place to watch a game and get a meal/drink!

Leaving Ocean's Church after service everyone in our group of four wanted to go eat, save for me…read more My lovely daughter swiftly alchemized my pessimism into gung-ho excitability once she suggested "Daddy there's an upscale burger bar at the Tustin Marketplace..." Cuz nothing on planet earth -save for my wife's lovely figure, of course- will get me going quicker than a well made burger, executed flawlessly. Hopdoddy Burger Bar gets a LOT right: Well made glamburgers that could grace the cover of "Bon Apetit" or "Playboy" what with their glistening, fluffy brioche buns; Creatively christened names; Vast arsenal of craft beers ready on tap; and quick, fast-casual service. Like Jerry Maguire, these folks had me at "Hello!' However, your favorite Yelp correspondent has savored well made burgers on two continents and in 42 states. Here's some tasting notes that my (probable/likely/one day) future son in law and I co-devised: The brioche buns, despite their pillowy softness and foodie-porn good looks, make a lousy vessel for any of their "wetter" burger choices. On Eli's Caddy Wagyu and my Good Night Burger, we both were left with bottom buns soaked like a sponge with various toppings incl bacon jam, house sauce, tomato juice and grilled onions. These were both soggier than my bride's handkerchief after watching "The Notebook!" Please consider offering picky burger snobs like Yours Truly a more suitable bun choice that can withstand the assault of wet ingredients! Suggested vehicles include potato buns, ciabatta, sourdough or even pretzel. Also, pls consider selling customers a small side of fries that ACCOMPANIES the burger- Charging folks $7-13 a la carte when they're already spending $11-$24 for a (glam)burger seems mildly exploitative. Pro Tip- Try dipping your fries in their housemade Chipotle Ketchup is a flavor bomb! My bill, for two gourmet burgers, a large fries and a diet coke, was $47 and change.

We have our Penn State TV Watch parties every football Saturday at Bar Louie. They've set aside a…read moreperfect area of the bar for our group. I've loved everything I've eaten there. The grilled tomato and cheese sandwich with a side of tasty tomato soup was great. Breakfast Louie is my favorite with perfectly made eggs over easy, and the best potatoes and toast. A nice assortment of appetizers are available, too. Service is very good and friendly. Unlike some bars, Bar Louis doesn't care if all our payments are individual. Kudos for that! A very friendly and clean bar situated in a fun part of the District.

Came into bar Louie for the second time before going to watch a movie, Sarah was our server and she…read morewas lovely! She had a smile on her face the whole time. She let us know it was happy hour and offered some great recommendations. Will be back! :)