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    LJ's Lounge

    4.6 (62 reviews)
    Closed • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago
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    Outdoor seating

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    Trying out our new spot in triangle square!!  Soft grand opening brunch!
    Aubrey R.

    We were able to go during the soft grand opening a few months ago. The food was incredible, ambiance was exactly what you'd want for a neighborhood lounge - upscale but not bougie or stuffy. The owner who named this for his mom went around to every table and introduced himself and was genuinely proud of his place! Love to see love go into a new business and it be welcoming to people of all ages and ethnicities!! A must visit!

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    Andre S.

    We decided to try this location for their Day Party vibe and brunch servers until 3pm. The party had dancing with drunks flowing ans tons of great food being served. The DJ/owner kept the party festive!. If you are a college football fan, the had several games for your viewingbpmeasure. We tried the fish and grits with scrambled eggs and toast. We also tried the breakfast.. Everything was super delicious!! Amazing job everyone!

    Shrimp, andouille and grits
    Leo N.

    Great food, service, ambiance and music. Surpassed the vibe check and beyond aesthetically pleasing. Super cool art and photos. It feels like home

    Inside
    Susan J.

    Free parking is available on the lower level of Triangle Square in Costa Mesa. LJ's is located on the top level with several other restaurants. The restaurant is decorated well. There is seating inside and on a patio. There is a large bar for seating and a stage for the band/DJ. Love the touches of purple. The playlist was quite enjoyable. A DJ was set up around 9 PM, we left before his set. The owner and all staff were friendly and attentive. Our servers were Troy and Zara, a trainee. My only issue with services is that our table was not bussed after we finished eating. Dessert arrived and there were still empty/dirty dishes that needed to be removed. Food and drinks arrived in a timely manner. We enjoyed the catfish, greens, mac n cheese and oxtails. By 7, they were out of pork chops, which is understandable. Chocolate cake was OK, I just didn't care for orange flavored sauce in the plate. My table-mates prefer a peach cobbler with a crust rather than a moist "crumble". Waitress was able to split the bill in three...which we appreciated! We all enjoyed the restaurant and dinner and all agreed we would come back on other occasions. Give them a try!

    Beautiful interior
    Karen Q.

    Found this spot through a friend who knows Chef Justin, and it's a gem! The interior is beautiful, with thoughtful details everywhere. The big breakfast plate nailed the classics: fluffy scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, and sourdough toast. It's rare to find a basic breakfast done this well. Our server Troy was attentive and friendly, and live singer Dari has an incredible voice! The highlight was the owner, who welcomed everyone and told us his story about the restaurant (a tribute to his mom!) and personally thanked each table. Genuine hospitality. I'll definitely be back! Thank you for welcoming us home and making us feel like family. :)

    LJ's Lounge Review The vibe at LJ's Lounge was SO on point! The atmosphere was fun, lively, and perfect for a night out. We only ordered appetizers, but everything we tried was absolutely delicious! The drinks were also great! When we first arrived, they only had patio seating available, and whew... it was HOT outside! Luckily, the owner was so accommodating and was able to find us seating for four inside. We really appreciated him making sure we were comfortable. The R&B band was AMAZING! They sounded great and played all the latest hits, which definitely kept the energy going. Overall, we had a great time and enjoyed the atmosphere, food, drinks, and live music. Definitely a spot I'd come back to!

    Blackened catfish with mac n cheese + candied yams
    Devin F.

    Came back for another visit, this time with my buddy and his son, and happy to report the first experience definitely wasn't a fluke. Tried the gumbo this time and it was absolutely delicious. Rich, flavorful, and one of those dishes where you're already thinking about ordering it again before you're finished Service was great again too. Friendly, attentive, and everything came out exactly as it should. Really cool seeing this place up and running after getting to experience it early on. Two visits in and they're 2-for-2. I'll definitely be back because there's still plenty on the menu I need to work my way through.

    Cornbread
    Cassie H.

    Phenomenal service and food! Happy to see a unique restaurant move into Triangle Square and I have high hopes for LJ's Lounge. Not only are they specializing in fantastic southern food, but they also have INCREDIBLE live performances during your meal on the weekends. We came for an earlier dinner and got to catch a glimpse of the gorgeous and talented woman (who I did not catch the name of - so sorry!) shine like a star on stage. It was hard to not be blown away through every bite because the food was delish but also because her talent was genuinely shocking. Highly recommend their fried chicken and lemon pepper wings. Their cornbread is a MUST as well, genuinely some of the best cornbread I've ever had. Perfectly moist but also the right amount of corn flavor in the bread. We will be back!

    Blacked fried catfish , Mac n cheese, collard greens
    Janee' S.

    New restaurant in the triangle square! Great service, love the music ( the dj is the owner) , and the inside is beautiful with pictures of historical representation of African American culture. The food was good! If you're looking for a soul food spot that plays real good hip hop and rnb music this is your spot. Definitely want to come back for brunch! I highly recommend the cornbread! It's delicious. Order 2 of them!

    The food was fantastic! The drinks were amazing, and the service was exceptional. We also really enjoyed the live entertainment. We decided to share several dishes so we could try more of the menu, and I'm so glad we did. We ordered the fried catfish and the oxtail, which is a weekend special, and both were absolutely delicious. What really stood out was the atmosphere. Everyone in the place seemed to be having a great time, and you could really feel the positive energy throughout the restaurant. The great vibes, welcoming atmosphere, live entertainment, and friendly service all came together to make it such an enjoyable experience. Another very nice touch was having the owner stop by our table to personally welcome us. It made the evening feel even more special. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back!

    Menu.. Okay it's our first time here so far good!
    Annie V.

    We absolutely loved this establishment, from the ambience, service & food, everything was top tier!! We'll definitely be dining here again very soon!!

    Fried Tomatoes
    Janay J.

    Been seeing this restaurant on instagram so made a reservation to try it out for date night. The customer service was great! Everyone was attentive. Out of all of the items ordered, the lemon pepper wings were our favorite along with the gumbo. The rice was crunchy in both the red beans & rice and the rice and gravy. I wish the macaroni and cheese was seasoned along with the roasted chicken. The entertainment was great! I would recommend changing the height of the toilet tissue holder in the first stall of the ladies restroom because I did bump my head since it was so high

    Georgia on my mind & Love Jones
    Ronni B.

    This restaurant was everything we needed here in OC! From the moment we walked in, the customer service was amazing. The food was incredibly hearty , flavorful and the drinks were sooooo good! The vibe is relaxed and welcoming, with great music and plenty of good lighting. I also thought it was really cool that they displayed the Wi-Fi password on the TV screen, such a simple but thoughtful touch that made things easy. My biggest takeaway was the hospitality. The owner, co-owners, and chefs actually came to our table to chat, share a few stories, and genuinely ask how everything was. That personal connection means a lot to me and made us feel so welcome. We were there for almost two hours and didn't have a single bad experience. Great food, great drinks, amazing service, and an atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. We'll definitely be back!

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