Had a great time sitting with Sophia for my son's 22nd birthday. This was my first time here…read morealthough my sons have been here several times. Sophia's service was on point, and the food and ambiance was wonderful! Had a great time. Definitely coming back.

Me and friends had an unfortunate racist experience where they profiled us listening to other…read morecounterparts assuming we did not lay bill despite having receipt this was other done by other servers not my own server. Need to do sensitivity and micro aggressive training to employees

Brunch at Great Maple easily earns a spot in the upper tier of Newport Beach brunch destinations…read more The space feels effortlessly stylish -- bright, energetic, and polished without trying too hard. Even during peak brunch hours, the atmosphere stays lively rather than chaotic, which already puts it ahead of many popular spots in the area. We went straight for the Rib Eye Melt and the Steak & Eggs, and both were standout choices. The Rib Eye Melt was the star: tender, flavorful steak layered with perfectly melted cheese on crisp, buttery bread that balanced richness with texture. Every bite felt indulgent but well executed. The Steak & Eggs delivered exactly what you want from a classic done right -- a well-seasoned steak with a beautiful sear, cooked perfectly and paired with eggs that tied the plate together into a satisfying, no-frills brunch win. Service stayed attentive and efficient despite the crowd, and dishes came out paced perfectly. Great Maple understands elevated comfort food and executes it consistently well. Come hungry -- this is brunch that leans generous, satisfying, and absolutely worth the visit.

It was one of those experiences that got me yelping again…read more.. Excellent food. Ribeye hash did not disappoint, the boiled kale balanced out the meat and carbs nicely. The strawberry donuts were a great finish, amazing texture unlike any donut, almost a cross between a donut and bagel but better than both. So why the 3? From the moment we sat down the service was off. The server didn't bother to ask our side of the table what we wanted to drink, nor did he give us a menu til I asked. And when I asked for a water he responded, "You want another water?" I wasn't even given a water to begin with.

If you have not been to CDM speakeasy basement AND are a fan of food cocktails and good service you…read moreare missing out. There is no place in Orange County that you will have the cocktails and service that you get from Brandon. It is a privilege to drink his creations and passion for hospitality. I do not say this lightly. It is why the phrase "a hidden gem" was forged. In my case not to use lightly. The food is great and overshadowed by the ambiance and comfort and complexity of his creative drinks. Manager always coming in to check also a plus on the restaurant overalll service.

After receiving a recommendation to visit quite some time ago, we finally made it out to CDM for a…read morebirthday weekend and were, unfortunately, really disappointed. It wasn't terrible, and we didn't leave thinking the food was awful, but for what the experience seems like it should have been it was not great. The signature cocktails are really nothing special and cost a lot. I personally had the Blood Orange Sour and might as well have just made my own whiskey sour at home and saved $17. We reserved a table outside and the atmosphere was nice and seats were comfortable. We're not sure if it was because we were sat in the far corner or they were understaffed, but the service was very slow, and even getting our card back after we paid took at least 10 minutes. Finally, the food was fine, aside from one of the salmon entrees coming out VERY rare. The restaurant ended up comping this dish for us. If you're looking for a nice night out with great food and drinks, there are plenty of more satisfying options for m Orange County that will be far better, and also cost you less than CDM.

I have eaten at Gulfstream before but my meal this time was inedible. The menu said Ahi Tuna on a…read morehomemade bun which was good although there was only half of a bun! What I got was ground tuna that had a crust and it was pretty much raw-- no flavor. I took maybe 4 bites with a little sauce and then I got a whiff of a fishy smell and had to stop eating it. I should have said something to the waitress but I thought I was too picky!I know people like creamy coleslaw but too much mayo!! Gulf Stream needs to update their tuna entree to describe what you will actually be served!! I will go back but will stick with the salads.

Came for our one year marriage anniversary and everything was just perfect! I love hillstone group…read moreand live across Houston's. It's basically the same menu with maybe 1-2 different items. GREAT wine selection, loved the sancerre Grilled artichokes are a must , instead of the Hawaiian they just and a prime ribeye but still so good , 4 instead of 5 stars because the sole was just meh, it was breaded and was kind of starchy . Not my cup of tea , I like a plain flaky sole . Oysters were yummy if you don't like grit or grain in them, very smooth.

Lost Wallet. $15. Jack Daniels , skrewball peanut butter whiskey, lemon , Gifford Orgeat, mint -…read morevery good. Not overly peanut flavor. I would get again Black walnut old fashioned $13. Was ok but pretty normal old fashioned for me. Not a fan. Coastal halibut $29. Rice, creamy Parmesan, spinach, broccolini and roasted Carrots. - rice was very creamy and delicious. Fish was cooked perfectly Fish tacos were salmon. We're very good. $21 Joshua Smith as our server and very personable and a good server. For the area not a bad price for the quality.

Coming in we were greeted right away and didnt have to wait for a table .The restaurant itself was…read morebright love the windows and very clean overall. We went with the kids cheese burger and fish tacos and a avocado burger all we delicious! I personally had the fish tacos they were swordfish i never had that before and they were great juicy and panko perfection to go with loved that sauce they put on top. There iced tea is PERFECT tastes freshly brewed refreshing perfect for a warm day at the beach. Staff was supper friendly and checked in on us often to make sure we were good. Great find for sure definitely will be back on our next visit to the beach ! Thank you for a great first visit!

True classic marina spot. Being right on the water sets the tone immediately. We had some of the…read morelargest oysters I've ever seen, super fresh and worth it. The Nashville hot fried chicken sandwich was juicy, loaded with avocado and pickles, and hit exactly how you want it to. Washed it all down with a beer while watching the boats pass by, perfect Sunday setup. Service was great. They stayed on top of beer refills and cleared plates quickly without interrupting the flow. The ambience is hard to beat. Sitting right on the water with that marina view makes the whole experience feel relaxed and easy. One of those spots you can hang at for a while and not feel rushed.

I will start with the positive- the staff was friendly Now…read morethe not so great- 1- The steak mashed potato martini. It was a cool idea. The steak would have been better if cut into medallions. It was a very messy chop on the steak, and two of the piece looked as if being held by a string. Also the steak lacked flavoring. 2- The clam chowder had a nice flavor, however we had to send it back three times because it was not even warm. Each time they brought it back out it had a light steam coming off the top, but as soon as we took a spoon on to eat it was barely warm. The fourth bowl came out where the bowl itself was warm and the soup was a bit more on the warm side. I like soup that is it perfectly warm to almost a bit hot you need to blow on it. I questioned if it was exactly safe to eat at the temperature it was being served. 3- The hot chicken sliders and fries. The chicken was warmish. My son felt it was safe enough to eat, but with hesitation. The fries were cold to touch. He ate it all because he was hungry and didn't want to wait for it to be redone. 4- The French onion soup. The flavor was very tasty, but again like the clam chowder was not very warm. The food needs help. I feel like all this food was precooked and just sitting under a warmer. It did not taste like it was freshly prepared and served immediately. It was not busy so not sure why all food was cold to barely warm. Total bill was around $100, and I left there upset at paying that amount for food that was not worth it. I don't like leaving a restaurant and regretting eating out. Such a horrible feeling.

I'm really surprised this place doesn't have better reviews because I had such a pleasant lunch…read morehere. I came on a Wednesday afternoon and it was packed, so I was glad I made a reservation since the wait without one was around 45 minutes. I really enjoyed the fried chicken sandwich. The chicken was seasoned perfectly, super tender, and the bread was soooo soft. I also got an unsweetened iced tea and it was the perfect combo for an afternoon lunch. The service was also amazing. Our server and the host was really friendly and attentive. Would definitely recommend!

Really weird experience...sat at the bar and listened to the waiter/waitresses talk poorly about…read moretheir various customers. One waiter (man with glasses) said he can tell when someone is going to pay debit vs credit. The food was mediocre--French dip was a C+ at best and the fries are almost identical to In-N-Out fries so you might as well go there. Overall poor experience 0/5

Nice to be able to have a place at the beach as a one stop shop when in the area. We had visited…read morethe Sherman gardens nearby and I yelped a place for lunch and by happenstance saw lobster rolls are a fan favorite here which my man absolutely loves, as he is from Maine. Parking was actually a breeze for us in the neighborhood nearby and we walked right down to the place where there were tables and the line wasn't long. Should've gone with the lobster roll but I opted for my usual clam chowder which came out smaller than I thought. When the order came out we also saw they didn't include the seasoned fries I ordered, which is fine because it wasn't on the receipt either. I told my man we don't need to order anymore because we had plenty. Just make sure when ordering you have them read it back not to miss anything. The clam chowder was good, could've had more clam but came out piping hot, which I know is an issue sometimes at places like this. My son got the tuna melt and couldn't finish his potato chips. Wish they had coke on the menu instead of Pepsi, that's my only qualm but other than that next time I'd definitely order the lobster roll.

Really cute deli by the beach. Burgers and sandwiches! Yum! You order from one window and pick up…read morefrom another, grab a picnic table and enjoy the view! Service simple bunt good. Everything we tried was delicious and hit the spot. Just really great atmosphere!

We love true foods Three of us are gluten-free it's our go…read moreto restaurant There are so many good options for people who are gluten-free Also, the service is always top notch Love it every single time I go !

The service was great lovely atmosphere and great food as well as staff. The food had a fresh taste…read moreto it as well

Great place to get a good glass of beer watch a game have some pizza…read more They also have specials on Tuesdays for taco Tuesday. Service is amazing. Come and check it out. I had the Hawaiian pizza. The dough is perfectly cooked and also had the burger

Excellent food and Taylor's service was five star! We tried the fennel pizza and the Aji tuna…read moresandwich. Don't be afraid to try it!