What a wonderful surprise at Eureka! The burger was delicious, and upgrading to the tater tots--a childhood favorite--absolutely hit the mark! I also really enjoyed the PranQster Belgian-style Strong Golden Ale. It was perfect on a hot Southern California evening. The Bourbon Barrel Cake was an amazing finish, and the staff made me feel genuinely welcome. I honestly enjoyed every part of this dinner and will definitely be back! read more

Eureka! - Eureka American - American Near Me - Irvine, California

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Came here for happy hour and it did not disappoint! Not busy at all during happy hour, parking was a breeze, and the food and drinks were great. Service was quick and helpful too! Lots of seating indoor and outdoor and tv's for sports! I would totally come back here for happy hour! read more

Noticed eureka rolled out a new lunch special menu so stopped in to give it a try and it did not disappoint! I opted for their salmon Caesar, the salmon was cooked perfectly and was a generous portion given the price point (honestly a really good value!) The service at this location is always spot on. The servers, bartenders, and manager are always friendly, attentive, and genuine. Their dining area is open and inviting, with a really great ambiance regardless of where you are sat. They also have a cute patio area as well with a fountain, and heat lamps for the evenings If you aren't already a part of their rewards program, highly recommend. They drop in little treats every so often and it's incredibly easy to use. The points actually add up pretty quickly as well. You can either store your card for automatic point accruals or upload a photo of your receipt. read more

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The servers are friendly here but the service isn't always the fastest. Good news is the food is pretty decent and their specials for happy hour and certain days of the week are great. The half off Double Smash on Wed is an absolute steal! It was very busy inside Eureka on a Wed night which was great to see. Usually a good indicator the school year at UCI has begun as there were quite a few tables that looked like college professors and administrators. There were also a ton of people in the bar area. Overall a great experience for a quick and delicious dinner with great company. read more

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Our group of four went for "hoppy hour" and were seated in the outdoor patio on a chilly night when it didn't appear busy, but at least there was a heated lamp close to our table. Servers were friendly and provided good recs for our cravings. Eureka Signature Burger with Fries ($14): 3/5. Compact cheeseburger with a small portion of shoestring fries that was like a slightly elevated version of fast food. It wasn't bland, but I felt like it was just average, lacking some kind of "oomph" factor to make it a memorable meal. It gets the job done, but it's not substantial enough to fill you up if you're super hungry. Since UTC is near schools and residences, it's always flooded with students and families, so it can be noisy at times. Other than that, we enjoyed our time at Eureka. It was a relaxed spot to try out happy hour and catch up with friends. read more

Eureka! - "Hoppy Hour" signature burger with fries = compact, average-tasting meal for $14 - American Near Me - Irvine, California

Miss this place! Lived next to the HB one and was so sad when it closed. Came here during the week for dinner with a gf and the food is still delicious! Got the restaurant week deal which was an appetizer and entree for $25! This is a steal because the sonoma chicken sandwich was huge! Enough for 2 people to share. Large piece of chicken on thick bread with tomatoes, bacon and a garlic aioli. This also came with fries. For my starter i had the mac n cheese balls which were just as good as i remember. Lots of beers on tap which is nice. Place was lively and full, total opposite of the HB one which was empty most nights lol. We also got an order of the fried pickles and these were pretty small pieces and soggy so i would skip these next time! Would definitely come back for other things on the menu though. read more

Eureka! - Delicious food! Place was packed so ate at the bar. - American Near Me - Irvine, California

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6/15/26 Eureka! Burger Irvine, CA... Came here for my son-in-law's UCI Graduation ‍Celebration !!! We were here during the 11 AM to 3 PM $13 lunch special menu time, so I ordered the Fish & Chips. We had also ordered Onion rings and Brussel Sprouts for the table to share! Service here was good, two ladies were helping our table, one was being trained. The food was great and we had a wonderful time here! Definitely a clean place inside and outside. Restroom was really clean too! Come visit here and celebrate if needed!!! read more

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Food, service, and atmosphere always cozy and a nice place to grab a bite with colleagues or friends and family. read more

Eureka! - American Near Me - Irvine, California

Came here on a weekday for happy hour and had a great experience! We were seated right away, and ordered drinks & apps. Food came out quickly (the tacos were a great deal and soo delicious). We also really enjoyed the fried pickles. Service was kind and the perfect amount of attentiveness. Great experience and would come again for happy hour! read more

Eureka! - Nachos, Fish Tacos, Fried Pickles - all on happy hour! - American Near Me - Irvine, California

Saturday night at 11:00 PM and Eureka was still popping honestly felt like a Friday night. Such a great surprise. Loved the outdoor seating areas with the fireplaces perfect late-night vibe. The food was on point, especially that late. The fries were insanely crispy, and everything came out fresh and dialed in. What really stood out, though, was the customer service. At that hour, you usually feel rushed, but not here at all. Staff was attentive, relaxed, and genuinely welcoming. Highly recommend. read more

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Eureka is still a go-to for many. It's always crowded and the food is still good. The menu, parking, service are all good. read more

I can't believe I've been to Eureka a million times and haven't written about it yet! This spot is my go-to before entering the Bermuda Triangle aka TJ Maxx, Sephora, and Bath & Body Works. Obviously, a girl needs fuel before she disappears for three hours and comes out with things she did not plan to buy. Eureka always comes through with a great selection of drinks, and their burgers are forever a win! Seriously pick a burger any burger, it will be a guaranteed party in your mouth. The atmosphere is relaxed with dim lighting that sets the mood for an actually peaceful meal... before the retail chaos begins. 10/10 recommend: eat first, shop later, and thank me in the morning! read more

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We had a group of 10. Waitress was able to split drinks out from bill. Thank u so much. Very accommodating I got carrot cake. Was good. ~$15 Others like their food. We ordered a lot of read more

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Eureka is hands down my favorite burger spot. I used to live in Santa Barbara -- home to plenty of great burger joints -- but honestly, their meat is the best I've ever had in my life. What makes Eureka even better is their amazing selection of drinks and beers that perfectly complement their creative menu. My go-to is the Fresno Fig Burger. I try to switch things up every now and then, but every few weeks I end up craving it again. The combination of blue cheese, fig marmalade, and fresh greens is an absolute match made in heaven. I can't recommend this burger enough! The service is always great, and they consistently nail the cooking and quality of their food read more

Eureka! - Fresno Fig - American Near Me - Irvine, California

Really busy. Their ahi tuna was the best honestly. Ordered a side of sweet potato fries that were fried to perfection. It's costly, but the fish quality made up for it Busy atmosphere; dim lights and active night life area read more

Eureka! - American Near Me - Irvine, California

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First time at eureka spur of the moment in the late night hours! The service and vibes top notch for a random night out=4 ! Friendly, great service and check ins and fun atmosphere, but the food only 3 ! Here's the breakdown: -the fries perfection light crisp and soft inside, but sadly the fish tacos were bland. With all the toppings and lime and even a side of ranch, it was needing some seasonings, even salt would have helped it didn't have any on the fish. -The appetizer came out cute and nice looking but not my favorite. The ahi was fresh but an the other toppings like guacamole weren't balancing with it well. Again maybe just needed salt? -Will have to come back and keep trying other things and at different hours bc was really rooting for the food here given the prior reviews. read more

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We came here for a quick bite to eat. The food was pretty good! Service was quick and nice. Ambiance is very cool! read more

Eureka! - Seared Salmon, Mac N' Cheese Balls, Street Corn - American Near Me - Irvine, California

This is our second Eureka location we dined in at. The first time e tried Eureka was in Mountain View. We took advantage of the late night happy hour menu. We were a party of six. We all ordered the cheeseburger and fries and the fish n chips. We started with the Mac n cheese balls. Our server was Judd and oh boy was he super amazing. He took care of us as if we were VIPs. We accidentally brought back with us a waist belt that we thought was ours. We immediately went back to the restaurant to return it. There was a LV wallet with cash, credit cards and a car key. It most likely was left behind on the seat by the party before us. Open parking near the restaurant. read more

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I never do this kind of thing but damn son. Giving this restaurant a 5 / 5 solely due to its strong drink game. Especially the wild child cocktail. When it comes out concentrated and full of love it's literally one of my favorite drinks. The staff and vibes are always chill and unique too. Professional as heck. Been coming here for years dawg. Since the pre pan. Before Rona hit town. So I've seen this place change and evolve. I miss some things about the old menus / happy hours but all in all still legit af. Hope they never take that banger off the menu. Okay. Hell yeah. read more

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Eureka is my favorite burger and salad joint. They have unique combinations and always fresh veggies. I especially love the nachos they use a sweet chipotle sauce which is different and lite. The decor is modern rustic and warm . I love the water and fire features. I'm super sad they closed the one in hunting beach but it's worth the drive to Irvine read more

Eureka! - Perfect night by the fire - American Near Me - Irvine, California

It's okay. Just okay. Nothing special about Eureka, but it is a good place to gather large groups and drink and eat. Service is good and parking is large as it's in UTC. Also being in a great location helps boost this up a point. read more

Travis was an extremely poor server server and he made our experience terrible. He made me feel weird for the table I chose to sit at because it wasn't fully cleaned yet. He had a snobby response when we asked generic questions about the menu. He took forever to take our food order after our drinks had been served. He just seemed really upset to be working and servicing tables. We will not be sitting in his section ever again and will specifically request a different server. Dude needs to quit or be moved to a non customer facing position at Eureka. read more

Not bad. Came here with the family for a lunch during the Christmas break. Not spot big patio but weather wasn't the best so we sat inside. Service was good. I got the double smash burger which was good. The fries were a bit soggy which was sad but overall good. Wife salad was good. And dad's burger was also good. If you're looking for an open air spot with a fairly good menu great beer list and big patio this was a win. read more

Eureka! - American Near Me - Irvine, California

I judge margaritas hard, and it's tough to find a good one these days, but the Spa Day Margarita here is honestly amazing. The sea salt foam is such a win. Eureka is always solid with their food, and the fig jam burger is still awesome. Service was fast and great, too read more

Eureka! - American Near Me - Irvine, California

I happen to be in Irvine on a business trip and it's Monday night so of course Monday night football and it's my team you know the battle of the losers the Cowboys against the Raiders. so I look up bars around me and find Eureka so here I am I walk into Eureka. I find a seat of the bar and I am greeted by the beautiful Ms. Liz, who informed me that I am just in time for happy hour. Lucky me! I sit down I was about to commit to this never had before watermelon seltzer. and Liz says do you wanna try it before I serve it and I said sure, well thank goodness I did and thank you (Liz) sooo much because that was not my cup of tea! I end up ordering a Carlsbad beer, a burger and truffle cheese fries. The fries came with a cheese sauce which I was skeptical about but man they were freakin delicious!!! My beer was good people next to me were amazing, happy hour menu was great, overall 10 out of 10 the only thing that was not a 10 out of 10 was the refs not calling the fair plays! anyway if you're in the area, definitely stop at Eureka. Plenty of TV's to watch sports too! read more

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Maddie, Mika, and Taylor.... Can I just say, the customer service, TOP TIER! I truly believe customer service is lost these days. People just don't care these days. But these ladies made sure to make us feel welcome, and completely elevated the experience. I've been here a million times, but this time was special read more

I visited Eureka on a Thursday evening for a UCI dinner hosted by the Alumni Association. The restaurant had a fun & social ambiance. We ordered the crispy glazed brussel sprouts & truffle cheese fries to share with the table, & I ordered the cobb salad for myself. For dessert, we had the bourbon barrel cake & the carrot cake. The workers were very accommodating--especially with our party of 29. I've always loved eureka, & I can't wait to visit again! read more

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Came to Eureka with a friend because they are open late. They have daily deals on drinks and food depending on the day of the week. I believe Tuesday is half off wine. I got the Mediterranean salad with grilled chicken which was pretty delicious. Food options are just okay tbh, i think they specialize more in the drinks and burgers..? Cute spot open late next to UCI read more

Eureka! - Mediterranean Salad with grilled chicken Truffle fries - American Near Me - Irvine, California

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Come for the happy hour and happy hour only. Their drinks are amazing and a great way to start the night. The service is quick and the waiters are so sweet. This is a perfect place to bring friends and hang out or if you wanted to watch a game. read more

Bone Marrow Burger was worth the $22 TBH, I have never tried bone marrow ever!!! The first time I ordered this burger, I thought to myself "OMG WTH did I order?? It looks disgusting" I took a bite out of it, and my mind changed completely. I really loved the salty taste of this burger. I realized that ugly thing is the bone marrow. I would definitely come back to order this burger when I am in the area. I have told my friends about this burger, they don't believe me that its actually really good bc of the way it looks in the photo. Host who took my order, she saw my reaction when I first looked at it and asked if I wanted to order something else but I told her if this is what it normally looks like then no worries I would try it. So glad I didn't change my mind. It was busy, it would be good to order ahead. The older (like in their 50's +) customers who come expecting to be seated right away are entitled & rude. Its a college center, so be patient. I really wanted to tell this couple who looked irritated watching me place my order with hostess, like as if she should stop helping me in the middle of my order, to seat them. Thank you to hostess who handled the situation with patience and respect to those who arrived first n helped them based on first come, first serve. read more

Eureka! - 28 Day Dry-Aged Bone Marrow Burger $22 - American Near Me - Irvine, California

More like 3.8 but still good. The prices aren't that crazy expensive, it's reasonable. I really liked the Fresno fig burger, the goat cheese and sweet fig jam complemented the burger and was balanced really well. The meat was also cooked perfectly to my liking. The truffle fries with their cheese sauce stole the show for me tho, it was sooo good, I ordered another cheese sauce bc I like drank that like juice. So good!!! The whiskey flight was a good deal for $22 and got me super tipsy. My sister had the vegan tacos and the ube martinis and she recommended both as well. Service was good, very attentive and checked on us a lot. The place is also a super cute spot, there's an outdoor seating with a fireplace and seemed very cozy. The indoor was nice and clean, located in a little cute plaza that u can walk around to target and Trader Joe's after! I'd come again! Just the parking is hella hard bc of all the stuff around it. read more

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Visited eureka for the first time in a year and was impressed by their top notch service. We were ina group of five and our server was super attentive to every needs. We tried a few breweries and shared their truffle fries, brussel sprouts chicken wings ribs and bison burger. All was great. Didn't realize they are open late. We ended the night with a shot of Jameson with their nice bartender who gave us their large Ice cubes. Place was packed for a Wednesday read more

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LOVED Eureka in Boise and now I also love it in Irvine! I'm so excited that I finally figured out this gem was near UCI and local to me. I hope they know that they will be seeing be a lot:). Their basic green salad with chicken (obviously I added Parmesan) and tater tots brings me joy. Shout out to the sweet bartender who chatted with me during my da-lish lunch and not judging me for eating every crumb! See you soon:) read more

Eureka! - American Near Me - Irvine, California

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I haven't actually dined here, we got togo and ate back at the office but the smashburgers and the mac and cheese balls were SO GOOD! Burger was well cooked, patty was smashed and juicy with some crisp. I don't normally care for mac and cheese balls, but they put some effort in the mac and cheese because it was very tasty. Normally other places serve and it's "whatever" mac and cheese, but Eureka has my vote! Service was brief and great, picked up my order at the host stand up front. Food was kept super hot, LOVE that cause I hate cold or even lukewarm food. Until next time Eureka! read more

TLDR; meh food, great service and ambiance This place is nicely situated in UTC, making it very accessible to students. I had the Brussel sprouts and the New York strip steak; the former was soggy, and the latter was very chewy. The flavors on both were acceptable. We had a larger party and the wait staff were awesome getting our pictures and stuff! We also sat outside and the place is pretty lively which fit the vibe, but the food was just a letdown. read more

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Awesome Protein bowl w Chicken, Caesar Salad, Barbecue Bacon Burger, Korean Frachos, Cheesecake & Bourbon Barrel Cake! Great friendly service from Kayla & RayRay! Warm fire on outside patio as we brought our dog. Highly recommend Eureka Burger in Irvine for a very nice dinner. Consistently good food & relaxing atmosphere. read more

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Love being able to go to a place with a varied menu with burgers, wings, drinks and sit down with friends--and be able to customize your meals. I prefer a bun less burger and am always able to request that here which is nice. Staff are also nice and attentive despite the large location. Very happy with this place! read more

Eureka! - Jalapeño egg burger on bed of lettuce with onion rings - American Near Me - Irvine, California

This is an all time favorite for me when I'm in Irvine! Good food! Good beer! Fast and friendly service! Right on campus so it has a younger vibe and keeps me young! When alone I sit at the bar otherwise, a good place to gather with friends! Good beer options on tap! Good wine! Full bar! read more

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Kayla is the goat. Awesome service. Handled our celiac allergy like a champ. We appreciate you. Also, they finally updated their ranch, and it's amazing. read more

Eureka! - American Near Me - Irvine, California

Christina gave us such great service and knew the menu so well! Thank you for being so patient with us and explaining the difference between items. Great spot for a late night drink and appetizers. The Brussels sprouts are delicious read more