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Market Broiler - Orange

4.2 (2.5k reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Halibut sandwich
Cindy D.

The restaurant is located in the middle of the block of Orange shopping center but the signage is not clear so we initially circled the parking lot looking for a stand-alone restaurant. The clam chowder was good but the halibut sandwich was a bit on the bland side. Service was attentive and it was a good place to catch up with friends as it wasn't too crowded.

Menu - September 2026
Dean W.

My work team had our team luncheon at the Market Broiler last week - and we were served by the wonderful and attentive Ernesto - who was training Brittany (who also was great!). It was a Tuesday lunch time, right before the rush - but we were seated promptly since we had reservations. Despite it's size, the Market Broiler has great acoustics - no issues hearing our end of the table. Selection is great - a bit of a bummer that the daily specials offering Cioppino is ONLY for Sunday - guess I'll have to make the trip back to try it out. We started out with a generous helping of their freshly baked sourdough bread, accompanied by butter cream. This would be perfect to go with a side of New England Clam Chowder! I opted for the Truffleyaki Butterfish - 7 oz. miso marinated black cod with a truffleyaki glaze, jasmine rice and broccolini. The dish came out in about 15 to 20 minutes - plenty of time to chat with my colleagues. The fish came out sizzling - perfect scoop of fluffy, moist, cilantro jasmine rice, and several sticks of broccolini. The fish was fresh, good size portion for lunch - might be a bit light for dinner. Everyone else on my side of the table (and as far down as I could see the rest of my table) also enjoyed their entrees. Service was attentive - drinks were promptly refilled - plates were cleared. I definitely plan to be back - at least on a Sunday to check out their Cioppino. Hard to find a decent Cioppino in the area - the last place I had great Cioppino was in Monterey, CA.

Clam chowder
Ascencia S.

Ambiance - this is a large restaurant so there is always available seating. It has a casual, classy vibe. Service - I believe this is our fourth time here. We brought our friends for dinner because it is one of those restaurants where you can't go wrong. Service is always excellent and food is always fresh and amazing. Food - my friends ordered the fish and chips and a bowl of the New England clam chowder. As usual, we ordered the seafood salad (for me) and my hubby had the ahi tuna salad. We ordered the same salads everytime and the quality is consistently good. Our friends shared their order and were very happy with the generous serving portions. This time, we ordered two desserts which we all shared - butter cake and lava cake. So good! All in all, this is one of our favorite spots. We love the fact that it is quiet and never crowded and the consistency in the quality of their service and food.

Poke Nachos* fish tacos Lobster Roll***
Jane K.

Came here for Wednesday lunch and had great service by Bailey/ Bailee? We got the poke nachos to munch on... it was ok! Liked the Serrano garnish . My bf ordered the lobster roll (this was great w some Serrano on top) and I ordered fish tacos. Everything was big in portion and food tasted good. Nothing spectacular but still good. Food came out quickly and we had some sparkling wine on the side- the blanc de blanc What we appreciated was our server noticed there was something in the glass while she was pouring so she went to get a new bottle... we told her it's okay but we thought the steps of service was good and thoughtful so thank you!

Fish & Chips
Net A.

Review on a take out only... Very dissapointed how our packaged of to go orders were handled!! First When walking to the car the bottom of the brown paper bag got wet ! Second Some sauce dripped over clothes while carrying the bag! Third when we took out the boxes out of wet paper bag and opened the boxes I noticed that the order with the filet mignon was plated upside down that was supposed to be the cover and had holes to serve as ventilation!!! The drippings of the steak run down those holes and that's the reason the paper bag got wetnfromnthe grease !!!! Overall food were great . I ordered the Fish and Chips ( though batter seems darker and burnt than I expected ) flavorful and tasty!!

Jeesoun S.

It's been a while to come here for lunch. I'd used to shop and eat on weekends in the past at Block at Orange. Lots of restaurants are gone. Sad.... Only Market Broiler stays for years. I love complementary hot sour bread w soft butter. Today I ordered 2 appetizers w Mexican lager tab. Coconut shrimps and shrimp crab flautas. Loved loved both appetizers. I know the coconut shrimps here, great flavors w Pina colada creamy sweet dipping sauce, my fave today was flauras. So good! w spicy chilly dipping sauce and avocado cream. My hubby loved Mexican Lager for the first time. He ordered 2 tabs in a row. He kept saying best lager I never had....haha. Really refreshing, sweet flavor....5 stars. Ambiance was same for years, nothing was changed. Seafood oyster display stand, bar, kitchen, dining booth, and patio area. The service was great, fast. I wish I have more flautas. That good w shrimp and crab. 5 stars! Recommend this appetizer to everyone.

The steak and shrimp lunch special
Steven B.

This is definitely one of the finer restaurants at the Orange Outlets. We came here on Tuesday at around 11:30 am. It was a great time and day to come. There was no wait and we were seated instantly and brought our iced teas within minutes. Then they served us really tasty bread. I believe complimentary. One day I might actually look at a restaurant bill. Lol. We ordered two lunch specials. 1. Fish and chips, which came with cole slaw. 2. The steak and shrimp combo, which came with mashed potatoes and veggies. My friend and I both loved our meals. The price was also very reasonable. I highly recommend the lunch specials. I have nothing negative to say. Very good lunch with fast service. The restaurant is very big as well and has a nice decor.

Tacos
Allan Z.

Wide variety of tasty fresh dishes at all hours of the day! There's fresh sourdough bread served as you wait for your meal. Wide variety of drinks from cocktails to beers on tap, as well as wines by the glass. There's TVs at the bar, with ample seating along with great service. There's ambience is always welcoming and a place I enjoy returning to!

Entrance, Oyster display stand
Gaetano S.

I finally got back to Block at Orange today. My wife and I decided to have lunch at MB. Wow!! A lot changed entire outdoor mall.... I missed 2 more old restaurants. Completely gone. Sad, sad... We sat the booth table by the window where we'd used be in the past. We got only 2 appetizers, coconut shrimps w pina colada sweet sauce, Shrimp crab Flautas. I tried Mexican lager tab for the first time. Big surprise for the lager! So refreshing, so good....I loved it. I think the best lager so far. My wife liked flautas w shrimps crab, spicy chili dipping sauce. My wife said they didn't have any pasta w marinara sauce all the time. Only alfredo... We wish they add more pasta dishes w marinara sauce. Today we had a great time right after the 4th of July. We always liked fresh baked sour bread w creamy butter to start. Interior, ambiance, service are all great, nothing changed. Pros Parking is huge. No problem to shop and enjoy dining including watching movies all day. Cons Pasta menu: No marinara sauce Tacos: only soft shell, hope they make hard shell.

shrimp taquitos & fried calamari
Stacy H.

Really disappointed with this visit. I remember Market Broiler being pretty good, so I was honestly expecting a lot more from this visit. Unfortunately, the food was really disappointing and, for the most part, just wasn't very good. The overall experience honestly gave me more of a TGI Fridays/Chili's-type vibe, which isn't what I was expecting when I came here. The one thing I actually really enjoyed was the shrimp taquitos appetizer. Those were genuinely delicious and easily the highlight of the meal for me. Unfortunately, that was pretty much the only thing I really loved, which is ultimately why I'm giving this one star. Even the dessert was disappointing, which was especially unfortunate because I was hoping it would at least be a good way to end the meal. Sadly, it didn't really impress me either. The service was okay nothing particularly bad, but nothing that stood out either. It was pretty much what I'd expect from a standard casual restaurant. The food came out fine, and everyone was doing their job, but there wasn't anything memorable about the service. The ambiance was also a little strange for me. There are very bright lights on the ceiling with fans spinning underneath them, which creates this weird flashing/strobing effect while you're sitting there eating. I found it pretty distracting and honestly didn't enjoy it. It wasn't extremely loud inside, but it definitely leaned toward the louder side. Overall, I was really hoping for a much better experience, especially because I remember the food being better in the past. Unfortunately, this visit just didn't do it for me. The shrimp taquitos were great, but I wouldn't personally come back based on the rest of the meal.

So good! "Surf and Turf" lunch deal on Tuesday
Gary H.

I had such a great lunch here! From the friendly greeting to the prompt and courteous table service. Their New England Clam Chowder is very good, and so was everything on the entree plate! Additionally, an outstanding value! ( I sort of wish the hostess would give guests the daily deal menu along with the traditional menu when seated. I had to research it online and hunt one down on a vacant table ) All in all, a really top notch experience! Thanks

Jean Y.

Happy Mother's Day! Family lunch at Market Broiler. Steamed clams tasted just like the ones I had in Maine! Lobster roll was authentic, and the salad with seared tuna was the best. Jambalaya reminded me of NoLa. Remy had California rolls with fries and loved them too! Everything was super five-star level.

Crispy Beer-battered Fish & Chips***
Daniela N.

I decided to try this place during my lunch break and was very disappointed. The staff was not helpful, and the food was not great. They also forgot part of my order, so I had to go back and ask for it. When I arrived and let them know I was there to pick up my order, the manager told me I had to wait for the hostess to help me -- even though my order was clearly sitting right there. Overall, it was a frustrating experience, and we won't be returning.

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Current Menu with prices?

Good Morning Carol! Feel free to check out our online menu for the most up-to-date menus and pricing.… 

Can I purchase live lobster to take home?

No. Try asian supermarket in Westminster.

You do have a gluten free menu?

We do! You can find all menus, including our No Gluten Added menu, by visiting https://www.marketbroiler.com/orange

Is it best to make reservations?

Yes- especially on the weekend-

Happy Hour Sunday and what time it starts?

Hi! Our Happy Hour on Sunday is from 1 pm - 5 pm! Hope to see you there!

Is there outdoor dining available?

Yes there is.

Do this location do byob? if so, what is the corkage fee?

10$

Any kids menu?

Yes

What time is happy hour?

Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 ONLY at the bar or patio . On Saturday Sunday 1 to 5

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Destination Seafood House - Samurai seafood combo

Destination Seafood House

3.6(1.2k reviews)
4.7 mi
•$$
Happy hour specials
Catering service

They have a rather extensive menu but their claim to fame is seafood. We ordered one of the seafood…read moreboil specials (shrimp, snow crab, lobster tail, sausage, corn, potato) and grilled squid. First the good: the seafood boil is done Cajun style with a mind boggling amount of garlic and is truly outstanding. Everything is cooked just right and perfect flavor. I liked the sauce so much I took the rest of it home. Now the bad: the grilled squid is flavorful and had a nice dipping sauce but it was overcooked to beyond rubbery. It really had the consistency of a pencil erased. We didn't say anything but the staff told us that if anything is not cooked to your liking, they would be happy to redo it. So order the seafood boils and if you dare to order the grilled squid, please tell them not to cook it too much. They have a nice selection of beers. I got the blood orange IPA and it was delicious. What other Viet restaurants have IPAs on tap? The space is quite nice and parking is plentiful. We will be back.

The food was spectacular. Everything was so flavorful. We got the house special lobster, the…read moresteamed bucket combo #1, snowcrab combo, and oysters. The owner(?) Manager(?) was so sweet and kind. The entire wait staff was attentive and professional. She offered us a sake special and it was so considerate. The restaurant was clean and decorated nicely. Definitely coming back again this was such a great experience.

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Cajun seafood bucket

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Lobsta rolls

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Fresh Off the Boat Fish Grill - Fish & Chips (Cod): Seasoned fries, coleslaw and Mojo sauce

Fresh Off the Boat Fish Grill

4.4(496 reviews)
5.7 mi
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Healthy dining
Happy hour specials

Delightfully surprised, taco Tuesday, fish tacos, $2.75 each, so lunch was only $12 (dine in)…read more Friendly cashier, food was served quickly and tasted really good. Not greasy. Modern, clean with available dining on the patio. And the restroom was clean! We will be back to try other menu items!

This place is great. Even greater on taco Tuesday during happy hour. I got 3 tacos and shrimp…read moreceviche for around $20. It was so filling and made me sooooo happy. The order: - Battered fish tacos: got 2, they're really big and filling. They give such big hunks of fish and the toppings of cabbage were so crisp and wonderful. The sauce was delightful. Love that I can cover this to my hearts content with whatever is at the salsa bar. I got pickled onions galore and so much green salsa (my fav!). - Gyro taco: I will pass on this. I wanted to try for the deal and see what their Mediterranean food tastes like. I didn't like it in a corn tortilla. I thought the flavors clashed. I ended up just eating the meat to get my moneys worth. - Shrimp ceviche: got it with chips instead of tostada, absolutely the right choice. This was really well prepared. No tomato sauce at all, just the way I prefer. This has LOTS of plump shrimp and it's simply made to allow all the fresh ingredients shine. I def recommend this!! I found my new Tuesday spot

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Fresh Off the Boat Fish Grill - Best Fish Tacos in OC!

Best Fish Tacos in OC!

Fresh Off the Boat Fish Grill - Chicken Kabob entree:
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Chicken Kabob entree: Basmati rice, veggies, salad and garlic sauce

Oc & Lau Restaurant - Night time outdoor dining

Oc & Lau Restaurant

4.1(3.5k reviews)
3.7 mi
•$$

I love Oc & Lau so much that I ended up visiting both locations within a few weeks of each other…read more The location on Garden Grove Blvd is smaller so seating is not as comfortable. This review I assume is the OG on Garden Grove -- parking could be tough during the weekend. OC & La, is a Vietnamese seafood spot for sharing a bunch of dishes. I found out that "OC" means snails! I thought it was Orange County! Hahaha. We tried - razor clams, scallops (HUGE), the selection of salads are amazing so we got the spicy mango - House Special Mango Salad with squid & escargot -- is spicy , tangy, refreshing, and the refreshing taste! My favorite dish was the HUGE fried fish...color is amazing and the way the fish was presented seal the deal for me. Between two people, we devoured the entire fish !! It's the kind of place where you order "just a few things" and suddenly the entire table is covered in food. But, I'm not complaining since the team is very quick in getting the used plates off our tables. Also, both places offered FREE dessert. It's like a coconut based taro and other root sweet dish.

Almost every time I come down to OC, I come here. It's not dusty or sticky and they try to make the…read moreinterior look modern and nice. The most recent time, we came at 8:30pm on weekday and there were 29 parties ahead of us (LOL), soooo plan ahead and join the waitlist through yelp. We probably waited about 30 minutes. Here are a few things I can think of to recommend: --Deep fried smelt fish ( i love smelt ) --Stir fried glass noodles with escargot and crab ( make sure to dip in the maggi sauce they give ) --House special mango salad ( squid & escargot ) --Razor clams ( sometimes sold out :( ) --Deep fried Quail ( this is one of the best ) --Stir fried water spinach with garlic ( for bowel movement assistance ) --Grilled garlic butter oysters ( the cheese one overpowers the oyster ) --Scallops with fish eggs --Coconut Swirly Escargot with Basil Leaves ( this is not my fave, but people i go with, love it ) Service is good.

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Oc & Lau Restaurant - Night time outdoor dining

Night time outdoor dining

Oc & Lau Restaurant - Night time outdoor dining

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Boil Daddy - Just like I said, looks good on pic but taste like S...... bubba Gump in Anaheim would've been better than this. Smh

Boil Daddy

4.6(343 reviews)
0.9 mi

Been wanting to try this place out for awhile and finally had a chance too! Love that it's not…read moresuper busy for a Saturday. Interior is small, but that's to be expected from this small shopping strip. Server was very good! He was attentive and kind. Food came out a little slow, but he was apologetic and we didn't mind. The lemonade is sooooo good, and prices for everything is so reasonable! Got the platter of shrimp, clams, and mussels and it was enough for me, my husband, and one of my kids. Also got some rice, corn, and two kids wings, which was also very good and fresh. Everything was delicious. Shrimp was huge and fresh. We only got garlic butter because we didn't want it to be too spicy for our son, but would like to try the Daddy Sauce (garlic butter and Cajun). We will definitely be back! Our kids enjoyed the experience as well!!!

A friend and I went on a search for seafood locally. We found this place, Boil daddy and decided we…read moreshould go because of the seafood and the Cajun-style seasoning along with a seafood boil. The place has a basic setup of table and chairs and each table is covered with white butcher paper. I had blacked shrimp on skewers, boiled eggs, and fried instant noodles. The shrimp came with a buffalo dipping sauce. The place is in an unassuming small strip mall. The place is quiet, and family run. The place has a busy vibe to it. That is to say there are diners, pickup orders, and food delivery going on. It does take a bit longer to get the food. So, I was anticipating shrimp on skewers that were blackened and well seasoned. What they mean is deep fried and well seasoned. The dipping sauce was good and boiled eggs are boiled eggs. The shrimp had a nice crunch to them and were not soaked in oil. The fried instant noodles are surprisingly bland. I asked for more buffalo sauce to dress it a bit, but to no avail. This is a dish that needs a heat scale with the seasoning. The noodles are well prepared and the texture is perfect, but they were served luke warm and with only Tabasco sauce on the table. Also, my friended order the shrimp boil over rice and found the potatoes undercooked. This place is worth the money and with a few adjustments on seasoning, remembering that blackened shrimp or any food has a chard appearance to it and does not come to the table as fried food. When I'm back in Anaheim, I will return to Boil Daddy, it will try a different location, since this is a chain restaurant.

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O Sea - Great Wine!

O Sea

4.5(724 reviews)
2.3 mi
•$$

Sad to see this place go! If you haven't heard they're closing on April 30th, 2026. Do yourself a…read morefavor and go check them out before then! We stopped by here on my birthday for a nice evening dinner. Got there a little before sunset. There's just something magical about eating outside during a sunset, especially at the Orange Plaza. The restaurant has such a cool look and vibe! We started off with the Hamachi crudo, salmon ceviche, and a bowl of clam "chowdah". The crudo was absolutely delicious, highly recommend. The salmon ceviche was really good but a bit heavy on the sauce for me. The clam chowder had whole clams in the shell throughout. That was fun to pick them out! For entrees we got the lean and mean plate with sea bass. It comes with salad and rice, we substituted the rice for black beans. We also got the skirt steak "bulgogi" which was served on top of mushrooms and bok choy with a sweet soy sauce. They accidentally brought out salmon instead of sea bass, but were very apologetic. They brought out a sea bass on the side and comped the entree to make up for it. Great service right there! The salmon and seabass were both delicious and cooked perfectly. The steak was tender and juicy, full of flavor. As a birthday gift they brought out a thai milk tea blondie sundae which was soooo good! Get it if you like sweets. I wish the owners all the best in their future endeavors, they created a great restaurant that many will miss. Thanks to all the servers, hostesses, cooks, and bussers as well for making my birthday dinner so special!

So sad to see this place go, from what I've heard the owner and manager were given a nice…read moreopportunity. We came here four or five times with our book club, and the service has always been friendly. The owner was always awesome and let us have our annual Girl Scout Cookies and wine pairings here, along with some Conqueror challenge celebration lunches. The food was delicious. You will be missed.

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King's Fish House - Orange

King's Fish House - Orange

4.1(2.1k reviews)
2.3 mi
•$$$

We've dined here at least a dozen times and have never had an issue with anything…read more The selection, freshness, service, quantity, and quality keep us coming back for more. We started with a 1/2 dozen Kumomoto Oysters. I enjoy a splash of cocktail sauce and horseradish on mine. For dinner, I went with the Farmed Colombian Tilapia and my boyfriend had the Shrimp & Scallop Combo. I went with sautéed fresh spinach and Sweet Buttered Brentwood Corn, while he chose Brussels Sprouts with Mac and Cheese. They offer a basket of incredibly warm bread and butter. We skipped the option for dessert this time. They have indoor, bar, and outside patio seating. In inclement weather, ceiling fans or heaters help patrons stay comfortable. The restrooms are clean and the tvs show a variety of sports on them. Reservations are encouraged, especially when the Angels or Ducks are playing a home game. The same would go for a concert nearby.

The service was great and the atmosphere is very calming because the dimmed lighting. However, the…read morefood was really bland. Everything lacked flavor and seasoning. We ordered the fish tacos, Mac n cheese, fish and chips, clam chowder, and clams and andoulie sausage. Same verdict, really bland. The clams were in a wine sauce which was good but nothing really note worthy. Again, I appreciate the serve and atmosphere but the food is a 1/10 for me.

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King's Fish House - Orange - Large Sushi Platter.Yummy!!!

Large Sushi Platter.Yummy!!!

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Captain's platter.

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

Water Grill - South Coast Plaza

4.3(4.4k reviews)
6.3 mi
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We celebrated our anniversary last night at WG and the wonderful experiences just keep happening!…read more We were warmly greeted with a "happy anniversary' and had a personal touch at the table of a note card and flower petals. our server, Cara, was attentive and friendly. We never felt rushed, which is just what we wanted. Chris, the manager, came to our table when we had an issue with part of our order...he was gracious about taking care of the mistake. The food was delicious and the atmosphere inviting. We will continue to be a customer and also recommend WG for anyone looking for a night out

I remember going to this place a while ago, and loving their buttersquach gnocchi or something…read moreclose to that. The side came with the halibut. And it is one of the best sides, I ever had in my life. I even went to the LA Water Grill looking for it and it was not there. Recently, I was celebrating another precious birthday dinner (a little delayed by 7 days but still counts) and decided to go here, last minute. My friend and I had reservations at another restaurant across the street in the mall. But, I wanted to be a little bit more hungry, so we decided to walk around and then cross the street to find our place in Water Grill. So we crossed the bridge that connects the mall to the other side where the Water Grill lies and with the heatwave we are enduring as Californians, the walk felt like a trek through Arizona streets. I have never been to Arizona. But now I do not have to, apparently. I had called the joint before but they told me they were absolutely book for the night. I have lived long enough to know that place in a crowded restaurant is sometimes a matter of finding a crevice to call one's own. But a crevice is sometimes found only through efforts. The staff was prepared to show us options, one of two bars, and seating in other areas of ther expansive restaurant. I think there were three options and all of these were in the avaiable areas. They did not try to find me a table in their main dining rooms, which is fine. I did enter as a peasant looking for stale bread. Ronnie, my friend, did not want to sit anywhere where the heat was abundant, but luckly on our trek through the bar we found a group departing. Those seats were for us. People were barely getting up. I was almost the tazmanian devil, but contained, I did not want to lose these seats which meant for us, to another person who needed those sits. I am not sure why but I was acting like a bridemaids during a clearence sale for her best-friend's desired gown. I wonder if this happens in real life or I am imagining a scene from a movie that made women savages when it came to low priced clothes? The stools had food rests. My feet did not hang. A significant plus! The crevice had been found, and, like mice who had found their cheese, we were ready to split food and giggle like rats as we did! It was a superb meal! Like, a holiday was had in the moment. Once I found the halibut with the gnocchi my made was made up. Nothing else would due but what I had waited for and found anew. Since the LA shop did not have it, I feared that this place would not as well. We also ordered brussels. Roonie ordered their sirloin and their chimichurri. At one point, I combined the gnocchi, with the halibut, and smeared the chimi, and ate it in one mouthful and the proceeding pow was a blast from the present to the taste buds. The Delorian arrived and parked in my tongue, is what I am trying to say. Our server was Diana. And I thought that she would be more familiar with the fact that Diana was the real name of Wonder Woman. So I am making some lame dad jokes, even though I have not fathered any children, about Amazon and Thymescara. And she politely nodded but later found out that she was not connecting my jokes. But I guess dad jokes can be like that. She was also really kind of cool as a server. For instance, Ronnie wanted to enjoy mac and cheese. I ordered but then I walked and saw their beautiful ears of corn and wanted some. Ben eut we were informed that we had enough food and the corns probably would not be needed. Diana accomodated the request of swapping the mac for the corn. I wanted no chili. Then corn on the cob came with chili. She said that she had put in the order. And then a second order of corn came without chili. Ronnie, being the pure angel she is, was like Do you need the chili corn back? And I was like, now we licked it. Simply because I feel that the restaurant would be tacky to deliver a wrong side and then ask for it back. Like for the prices you all be charging, they can let us absorb the cost of their mistake. Both ears of corn were left. The real kiss on my birthday from the universe was that I was allowed to have an entire side of the gnocchi for 16 dollars. It came. Now there was enough for Ronnie to share. I will admit that before a gurantee of more gnocchi I was wondering if they could share. We also got a tri-flavored cookie with ice cream with a sea horse cookie with ice cream. It was great. Exceptional even. And the garlic on the brussels, I am glad I am not the king of the undead. So this place is a gem under the sea that I can visit from time to time. It is just not that close. But it is not the white whale, nor am I Ahab. I can go more often. And after yesterday's dinner, I do not see how I can not.

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Water Grill - South Coast Plaza
Water Grill - South Coast Plaza
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