Just okay hidden spot. We almost couldn't find this place because it's tucked away in an office…read morebuilding. They have so many items from burger to middle eastern dishes, but nothing is stellar. The burger was something you would see at a backyard bbq, nothing to write home about. The grilled chicken was super charred, dried out, but had good seasoning. The pizza was pretty good, spicy, and a fluffy crust. The samosas were probably the best thing we ate. Good flavor, spicy, and crispy.

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance 5/5 I recommend it I ordered lamb chops Packed on Friday

I've been going here since I was a kid and have loved it each time. The servers are always…read morewelcoming and speedy. One of the best atmospheres you can get from a restaurant!

My group and I recently came upon Island's at the Foothill Town Centre. It wasn't where we had…read morereally wanted to dine, but being that a lot of places were understandably closed, we decided to go with what was available. The space was airy and cool from the AC, a very welcomed temperature after being outside under heat and humidity. Walking in we were greeted and seated immediately by the host. Our server, Christopher, was amazing. He was prompt, checked in on us frequently, topped off beverages without even being asked. He was wonderful. The service we received from him was really good. Absolutely no issues there. What we ordered: 1) Kahlua pork tacos 3/5 - I personally didn't like the corn taco. It was heavy and flavorless. I ended up just eating the meat and veggies which was decent. Thank goodness there were three of them. 2) Malibu burger served with fries 2/5 - I didn't get a photo of this. The lighting was really bad, so pictures didn't come out right. The patty was cooked medium well instead of pink as requested. The burger was ok. It was actually a bit dry. 3) Maui burger ordered with a side of bacon. This also came with fries 2/5 - No photo due to lighting. The patty was cooked to medium well but they asked for pink. The patty and the bread were dry. The guacamole in the burger didn't taste fresh. 4) Fries that came with the burgers 1/5 - dry, tasteless, thick, kind of stale. A ton of ketchup barely helped. We were all really hungry so we chowed down fast. Didn't even realize the patties were cooked more than we preferred until we left. The service was great, but the food, was less than mediocre. I've been to Island's a handful of times in my life. Each time I have not been impressed, therefore it has never been in rotation of my places to go. This most recent visit just reminded me of that. Would I return? Likely not. The service is good, but the food needs work.

Red Robin has amazing deals!!! They have these "Yum deals" and they have three different tiers I…read morebelieve it's $9.99, $14.99, and maybe $16.99 (I can't remember the last tier). I was able to get a Red Robin Double + unlimited side + a drink for $9.99! That is unbelievable, especially with prices at restaurants nowadays. We also ordered the appetizer sampler: you choose 3 appetizers (we choose mozzarella twists, boneless garlic Parmesan wings, and pretzel bites. The food always tastes good here, we have not had a bad experience with the food. My husband and I have been to this location a handful of times, it seems like everytime we come we end up sitting at the bar tables or booth. Casie is the waitress that has tended to us multiple times at the bar. Every time we've had her as a waitress she always has a positive bubbly attitude. Red Robin is a great date night spot!

It has been many years since I've eaten at a Red Robin restaurant. Even though it's been so long, I…read morerecall that they have these large wedge fries that are so good and always fulfilled my french fry craving. It was my first time at this location in Foothill Ranch. My friend and I came on a Saturday afternoon. Our server was pretty nice. The specials looked I like a good value and so we both went for that. It's hard to believe that you can get a meal for $9.99 in today's economy. There are two types of burgers to choose from. I ordered the Red Double Burger snd fries of course. My friend ordered the other burger on the $9.99 menu and she chose steamed broccoli as her side. We wanted to share the sides since we needed a little bit of green vegetables for health purposes and so we wouldn't feel so guilty eating the fries. The size are bottomless, so be sure to put in your request for more fries. Depending on how busy they are, they might take a while to come out. They don't give you a lot of fries which is a good idea. As it turned out, we only ended up getting one more order of fries. As for the burger, it is like a Junior size burger. But for portion control, it was fine for us. The patty was pretty dry. If you have a bigger appetite, you probably would want to choose the burger from the $14.99 value menu. I think I'll do that in the future. They also have a $16.99 menu with probably a larger burger or chicken.sandwich. Having options is a good thing!

Food: 5/5 I used to order the Choripan all the time for…read morelunch, and it was always good paired with their Serrano pepper sauce. Unfortunately, I never took any photos of it! This time, I tried the Chancho En Cama with avocado in a gluten-free wrap, served with fries and Serrano sauce. It had a nice sweet-and-savory combination. The sweetness comes from the charred mashed sweet potato, while the roasted shredded pork shoulder, lime-marinated red onion, cilantro, and yellow pepper aioli bring in the savory flavors. Adding avocado was a nice touch too. Service: 5/5 I ordered takeout for lunch, this time but everything went smoothly with my order. I remember we had lunch at the restaurant and the owner and staff were friendly. Location & Parking: 5/5 Located in a large Foothill Ranch shopping plaza with plenty of parking around the area. Ambiance: 5/5 From what I remember, the inside has more of a bar-like setting with a moderate noise level. Casual and fitting for a lunch or quick meal. Overall: 5/5 Mamon has an interesting variety of sandwiches and flavor combinations that you don't see everywhere. Between my old go-to Choripan and trying the Chancho En Cama this time, there are still plenty of other menu items that give me a reason to come back!

It was a warm day out and it didn't feel like there was AC inside Mamon, but there was a large fan…read moreand the door was propped open. We were ready to eat after shopping nearby. It was a late lunch for us, and so the place was nearly empty with the exception of one other group. We scanned the QR code at the front counter and took a seat at a table to review the menu. It was a little difficult to navigate and some items did not have pictures. The gentleman who helped us was just friendly enough to go over some of the menu items. But after we placed our order, we never saw anyone again. We ordered the pork shoulder sandwich called Chancho en Cama. We split the sandwiches so that we could try two different kinds. We both really loved the flavor profile of the pork sandwich. I really enjoyed it and wish I had a whole sandwich of this one! We also had the Philly Me Up sandwich. This one was a miss for us, definitely. This was pretty bland and just didn't compare to the deliciousness of the pork sandwich. Our sides were good, which included french fries, and roasted cauliflower. The portions are pretty small for the price point of the food. We'd probably stop by again to try other items if we were in the area.

Please tell me, OC: why isn't Rose Cafe on the #BeastEats list?…read more This was, by far, the freshest burger I've ever had. The lettuce was perfect, the avocado was perfect, and there were plenty of pickles for all the pickle lovers out there. Even the tomato was unbelievably fresh--and the bun? #PERFECTION This was my first visit, but Rose Cafe is already on my #GoToList. This hidden gem in Lake Forest deserves a spot on yours, too!

Scrumptious food and great coffee. I'm Colombian and know coffee…read more The service was outstanding--welcoming, courteous and attentive. The bathroom is beautiful and spotless. Our pup was comfortable outside, in the shade and with water.

I have been consistently going here since I moved to Irvine around 8th grade/freshman year for 4-5…read moreyears now. In N Out in general has been consistent, reliable, fresh, and tasty everytime. Especially it's been fun hanging out with friends after school dances, or even when it's really packed during Friday football games in the fall. The food has been consistently really good no matter what. I love the secret menu as well, that's what makes In N Out amazing. I love the animal style specifically with the fries and the burger. Not to mention the banana peppers and pickles as well, really good. This place has a GOAT and his name is Vincent. God bless his soul because he's truly a saint!!! Everytime I go inside the restaurant, he's always so positive and cheerful when helping out customers and I feel like he truly loves his job. He's good also at helping new staff at the register whenever I'm there, he's very passionate. I'm honestly really happy everytime I see him because I know the 15 minutes that I'm there will be really good. Overall love this place with all my heart. God bless California and God bless In N Out

Hayleigh, sis, tonight was a struggle. Pulled up and you asked me how I was and when I responded…read moreand asked how you were you blank starred and said nothing back. Gave my order #139 to the truck in front of me. You then didn't call out a re cook even tho your co worker asked you to. He ended up having to call out the re cook as you ignored him as well. Handed me my food after and seemed annoyed that I asked for spread. Believe me I get it- I also was sitting there for 15 minutes waiting and not super delighted either. I know all these details cause the window was wide open and you didn't even acknowledge the mistake, the wait, or your attitude. Hoping today was just a bad day for you. It happens. I suggest a personal day or maybe potato slicing next time- definitely not customer facing. On a lighter note - Aaron is beyond delightful.

I wanted to update my review, because there were some difference today, all of which were positive…read more Meats - Sausage 5/5: This is first time that we can recall it being scored and basted. It was not nearly as smokey, but it was still delicious still with a great snap. - Ribs 4.5/5: The sauce was sweeter and the bark had a bit more chew, without as much smoke. They were very tender and pulled right off of the bone. Sides - Dirty Rice 5/5: The pieces of pork belly were great, and the black pepper is just the right amount. - Vegetables 5/5: There was a mustard sauce that we did not recall, but it was complimentary. The shishito peppers make this dish. The Cowboy Platter (Friday and Saturday) really is a great deal. Their pick-up process is smooth, and the staff is always kind. I found the self-serve station with the pickles, pickled onions, and banan peppers. The vinegar forward options pair well with all meats and sauces.

Overall: 5/10, and I would not go back…read more I ordered Menu 16, which came as one plate with the fries, sandwich, and a small container of mayo-based salad. Let me break it down. The whole name situation: When I placed my order, they asked for my name. I asked, "What do you need my name for? We're all sitting together, and my friend already gave you his name." They told me it was so they would know whose order was whose. Okay, that actually made sense. Until the first order arrived. The person bringing it to the table asked, "Whose is this?" We all looked at each other. Wait... wasn't the whole point of asking for our names so they would know whose order was whose? The person didn't say anything else, just left the plate and walked away. My friend didn't eat it because it wasn't his order, but he didn't want to make an issue out of it either. Fries: 2/10 These were a disaster. Hard, greasy, and basically tasteless. Good fries should be crispy on the outside and soft when you bite into them. These were closer to eating little pieces of wood. Definitely the worst part of the meal. Iced Tea: 6/10 Way too artificial. It had that very "machine-made" taste and not much actual tea flavor. Sandwich: 9/10 This is where the meal gets good. The melted cheese and smoked meat were delicious. Really good flavor, especially that smoky taste. The bread wasn't quite up to the same level, but the sandwich itself was easily the best part of the meal. And then there's the paper on the plate... Why? Everything was served on one plate, but there was a sheet of paper between the food and the plate. If you cut your food with a knife, you cut the paper too. I actually tried cutting a couple of fries because they were so hard, and of course I ended up cutting right through the paper. Now you have food mixed with little pieces of paper. Even worse, the bottom of the sandwich gets wet, which soaks the paper. When you pick up the sandwich, the wet paper sticks to it, and you can literally end up with paper in your mouth. Please, get rid of the paper on the plates. If you're serving food on a platter and then transferring it onto a clean plate, sure, I can understand it. But putting food directly on paper when people are supposed to cut it and eat it from that same plate makes absolutely no sense. Atmosphere: 8/10 The restaurant itself is nice, clean, and well organized. But today it was 102°F in California, and we arrived around 12:15 PM. And there was NO AIR CONDITIONING. Seriously? We spent over $100, and on a day that hot, you would expect the dining room to at least be comfortable and cool. It honestly felt like saving on the electric bill was more important than making customers comfortable. Customer consideration: 4/10 So, in the end, the sandwich saved this meal. It was genuinely tasty, with great smoked flavor. But everything else was mediocre. The fries were bad, the iced tea was artificial, the paper-on-the-plate idea was terrible, the whole name/order system didn't actually work, and there was no AC on a 102°F day. Final score: 5/10. Good sandwich, great smoky flavor. That's about it. I wouldn't come back.

Excellent service and such a wonderful experience for my family every time. The waiter Ali always…read moremakes sure our experience is amazing!!

We come to Caspian frequently and always have a great time! The food is consistently high quality,…read moreand we love the music. Ali always takes great care of us; he's wonderful! Highly recommend!

Saw this spot on tiktok and didn't realize it was even there! So glad we tried this spot out. It is…read morelocated inside the Chevron in foothill ranch off Alton (the corner after Taco Bell). Great prices, service, and even better portion sizes! We ordered online and picked up in store. We ordered the steak sunny up breakfast burrito and the strawberry & cream pancakes. They do not skimp out here! I wish I remembered to take a photo of the burrito size before we cut it in half. I think it was the length of my forearm? We forgot to ask for a side of salsa but it wasn't really needed, the burrito was not dry because of all the cheese, guac, sour cream, and pico de gallo. My husband can typically finish his own burrito but this thing was huge and we ended up halving it! I also like how there was not an upcharge for steak like some places have. The strawberries and cream pancakes were thick and fluffy! It came in a stack of 3. Aside from the fruit slices on top of the pancakes, they also fill each layer with fruit before placing the next pancake on top. I may just use excessive amounts of syrup so I'll need to ask for extra next time but they give a generous portion of the purple white blueberry cream. For ~$27, we got full off our burrito halves and still have more than half the pancake order left for later. Seriously such a great find and can't wait to try out more items from Sunny Up! Definitely worth a visit.

We arrived and we almost left right away.... Eating in a gas station store felt strange... But we…read morethought we should try it anyway... and we even ate there to try the full experience. Well let me tell you it was amazing!! The presentation was amazing, the quantities were so generous we had to take left overs to go, and the service was fantastic. Yes it felt weird to be in a gas station store but there is not much traffic so it's fine. We got the burrito and the chilaquiles and both were amazing (totally recommend it) and while we waited for our food we got beans and hot chips! On top of that service was fast and there was no line!! I'll go back for sure!

I am a picky eater, so I never sign up for a plan where they decide what you get each week and you…read morehave to order a fixed amount of meals. I don't always eat all my meals at home, so the number of meals I order depends on what's on the calendar for the week to come. Happy Penguin not only offers the flexibility of allowing me to pick and choose from their vast selection of meals - and order just as many or as few as I like, but their offerings are DIVERSE and DELICIOUS! Their deliveries are dependable (and the containers are recyclable). Bonus - I usually get two meals out of each Happy Penguin meal I buy, so it is an excellent value for the money as well. P.S. I LOVE the "Build Your Own Meal" option where you can choose your protein, your carb, your veggie and any sauces you might like!

I hate cooking but I want to eat fresh, healthy food. I have tried quite a few meal prep places and…read moreHappy Penguin is hands down the best. I have no idea how they can offer so many choices! There are pages of meals available on their site to choose from. I love being able to have a variety. Other meal prep places I have tried don't offer this kind of variety and I find that everything kind of tastes the same even when it's different. Not the case with Happy Penguin. And the portion sizes are very generous!! I freaked out the first week I ordered because the food was not cold when it was delivered, it even felt a little warm. I reached out to them and they let me know that they deliver right after they cook the food so it shouldn't be cold. Give them a try if you are looking for a meal prep service. You can do weekly plans which brings the price down a bit but you also can just order when you need or want it, no contract. Their pricing is also really good compared to other places I have tried.