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4.1 (332 reviews)
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Spicy Salmon Onigiri and Spicy KBBQ Beef Onigiri
Rishi C.

Stopped by for lunch today and unfortunately left hungry with how bad this was. Ricebunn is located in the back corner of Trade Food Hall. Unfortunately the whole area is looking a bit run down, especially for being in Irvine. There wasn't anyone working the front so I used the digital ordering system they had set up. I ordered the Spicy KBBQ Beef Onigiri and the Spicy Salmon Onigiri and both were terrible. The quality of the fish and beef was subpar at best, and they were both very bland and gamey. Everything tasted like it'd been sitting in a fridge or freezer for an extended period of time and was thrown into a microwave before being served. I took one bite of each and unfortunately had to throw them away. There are so many better options for Onigiri out there, so please visit those locations and avoid this place, it's simply not worth it.

Lovell C.

Rice Bunn is tucked into a small shopping plaza in Irvine and is such a great find. They have a cute outdoor seating area, which is perfect when the weather is nice. This spot gets very busy around lunchtime, so I highly recommend ordering ahead if you're in a rush. Every time I'm in the area, I stop by and order the quad, and it is absolutely worth it. Each bun is flavorful, fresh, and so satisfying. Honestly, you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. On top of the great food, the staff is always friendly and efficient, even during peak hours. This is a go-to lunch spot for me, and I'd definitely recommend it if you're nearby.

Crab, spicy tuna mayo, kbbq beef onigiri trio
Melissa C.

Was hungry and craving something small but not a "snack", yet not a full meal either as I had dinner plans soon. I was in the area and decided to stop by here for a quick bite. It's located inside the Trade Food Hall. Parking here during lunch is a hot mess because it's in the Irvine Business District, so all of the workers in the area come here for lunch and it can get crowded. But during off hours and dinner it's not too bad - just something to keep in mind. Because it's a food hall, its community open seating and no designated seating for each restaurant, you just order your food and then take a seat somewhere in the open space hall. It's basically self-service as you order at the kiosk and not with an actual person. I decided to go with their trio of onigiri for $12, ended up being about $14-$15 after tax. I got the spicy tuna mayo, crab, and kbbq beef. Each onigiri was a hearty size and good value for about $4 each. They fell apart easily and were pretty messy though so I recommend having a fork and napkin ready. Overall it was a good light bite option, and I don't have any complaints.

KBBQ Beef Onigiri-- filled with meat and full of flavor
Wendy T.

Was pleasantly surprised how delicious these little pillows of yumminess were! :D Both the Korean BBQ and salmon onigiris were super tasty and full of filling, both on the inside and the top. The Korean BBQ didn't taste like authentic bbq flavor, but it was still savory and delightful. The salmon was not dry (yay!) and was also went very well with the rice. Overall, they were both soft and didn't have any crunch, in case you were looking for that. The dining area is shaded but not totally covered (don't plan to eat here on rainy days). Service was super friendly too. They make massive rice plates (basically a plate form of their rice balls to eat with utensils). I would totally come back to grab some more rice ball onigiris-- check them out!

Chantalle J.

I loved this place when it first opened, but the quality has gone downhill. My go-to onigiris were salmon, tuna, shrimp, and bulgogi. The bulgogi used to be great, but after they changed the preparation it now tastes more like carne asada. The salmon, tuna, and rice also used to be consistently fresh, no matter the time of day, but quality noticeably drops in the evenings now. Portions used to be generous, but they've shrunk to match competitors like Tenori, which makes the prices feel unjustified. When I called to complain, there was no apology or accountability. I even stopped by the same week to speak with a main employee, who was defensive instead of receptive. Unfortunately, I can't recommend this place for onigiri anymore.

Linda K.

Perfectly handmade Onigiri at affordable price. There is conveniently self service kiosk to order. Rice was warm and makes the taste nicer for some reason. Topping is abundant, though a lil bit salty to my opinion. Located in the chick food court. Def highly recommended!

Alex M.

We tried this today and it was pretty decent. The salmon onigiri was our favorite with the others just being ok. The bulgogi onigiri was sweet, but tasted like a store bought marinade. The construction of the onigiris were solid and everything else about them. The flavors could use some work, especially the shrimp onigiri as it was heavily mayonnaised. Service was great and the gentleman behind the counter was pleasant. We'd come back here and order 3-4 of the salmon ones and it would be a 5 star lunch.

Bait and switched. Photo of real crab on their ordering kiosk, and then this doesn't look like it at all.
Christine N.

It was good tasting, but I was blind sided. At first, it was easy, you order at the Kiosk and while you wait for your order, you can check out the other eateries to see if there's something else you can try. My gripe was that we got bait and switched with "crab" onigiri for $4.99. The photo showed real crab, and then we got imitation crab which is nothing like the photo. It was good, but makes me wonder if the other options were also imitation... Probably won't be back anytime soon.

Veggie, Crab and Tuna Onigiri
Jessica F.

The onigiri is good especially the crab one! I wasn't the biggest fan of the veggie one because it tasted sweet but the rest were really good! The only thing is it did take a while to get our food but we did order a couple of things! The area there is a cute as there is multiple small restaurants in one area so you get to try multiple things at once!

Alan S.

I am from San Diego and I will say that we don't have many places like this so when I found this late night snack, it was more than a hidden gem. People in Irvine you don't know how good you have it with your Asian food and your late night open dinner places. Ricebunn is located in a food court with many other good eats, but what caught my attention was the various types of rice and protein that you could have. There was a reminiscent flavor of Japan that you could taste from the food. It was not as good as Japan, but I will say that it hit the spot for a late night snack. I couldn't believe the hours and you could see that they were open late. Glad I found this place and it is worth a visit if you are nearby.

Steven D.

My brother came to this stand to buy a soda and the employee/owner charged him $1 service fee and 0.25 cents convince fee to buy a soda, didn't give him a warning about the service fee. We're confused on what the service charge is for? Unless the owner thinks that he can charge a $1 to just grab a soda for him. The service charge is understandable. But I would go to any stand next-door to buy a drink.

Tuna mayo and a happy dog
Joanna S.

I really love this place. It's great for a quick snack or lunch. I've been a few times every time the owner is just absolutely wonderful so helpful. The food is fresh. It taste amazing. I've been to Japan many times and I would have to say that this is definitely comparable!! Highly recommend. this time he gave me some snacks for my dog, very generous!

Triple with Crab, KBBQ and Tuna Mayo
Marissa L.

I came here after picking up some friends from the airport that is close by. This place is open 24/7 so we came kinda late at night. It was not very busy since it was so late. We ordered on the kiosk. I got mine to-go and took some home for my boyfriend. I ordered the Triple with KBBQ, Crab and Tuna Mayo. The rice balls were pretty big and topped with extra ingredients. It was pretty messy to eat. I ate the tuna mayo and crab there and saved the kbbq for later. The tuna mayo was alright, it was pretty plain, but I did like the seasonings in the rice. The kbbq was ok, the meat was on the dry side. The crab was my favorite, super creamy and delicious. My friends enjoyed their rice balls. I did like that this place was open late, but we did have to wait a while for our food as there was only one guy in the kitchen. I feel like as far as onigiri goes, there are better places to get some in the area, but we mostly just came here for convenience and I wanted to try it out.

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It was a great experience! First onigiri restaurant in Irvine and it's really good. My favorite is kbbq beef

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Yummy food and great service. Salmon is the family favorite. Will definitely be back!

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3 years ago

The food was delicious, the prices are great, and the staff is very friendly! We'll be coming back for sure.

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2 years ago

Most mouth-watering food ever! I dream about their cauliflower rice buns - officially obsessed

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I just tried this place today and it was amazing!!! The cashier was super nice and gave me a free lemonade! The food also tasted amazing!

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Perfect spot for a quick after church bite to eat. Service was wonderful, food was delicious. What more could you ask for!

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Amazing onigiri. Got the onigiri quartet, and all the flavors were good: salmon, spicy salmon, spicy kbbq, and tuna mayo. Phenomenal.

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The spicy tuna, salmon and beef rice balls are delicious. We will visit this place again.

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This is my second time order food from here. The Onigiri Trio is so good. Highly recommended.

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NEP Cafe - Irvine - Salted Egg Yolk Pasta with Shrimp

NEP Cafe - Irvine

4.5(2k reviews)
4.5 mi
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Absolutely unforgettable experience! After a small hiccup with one of our dishes, our server Aarwin…read moreand Justin the manager graciously took care of us for the rest of the evening. Every dish we got was delicious and the drinks were exquisite- my favorites being the pork tomahawk and the pandan old fashioned.. The atmosphere was wonderful and the staff put in a lot of effort to keep the restaurant clean and running smoothly. I plan to make this a regular stop whenever I am in OC, and would heavily consider traveling from San Diego for the service alone. Truly well done!

Cousins night out! I love almost everything Kei Concept touches. We've heard the hype about their…read morebrunch, but we wanted to try their dinner experience. Parking: Free parking lot. They're located in a high foot traffic plaza. Parking will be difficult to find. Ambiance/Environment: We visited on a Saturday evening around 19:30, and it was extremely busy. Luckily we were seated within 15 min. I love the vibes here. It's a bit loud, but you can still have a conversation. They have a large indoor area and a nice bar. Everything is kept clean. Service: Thank you Mia for taking care of us! She's very attentive, and throughput was surprisingly quick & efficient despite how busy it was. She also checked on us multiple times and refilled our waters. Food & drinks: We absolutely enjoyed everything! Safe to say the hype is real. 1) Curry Crab Omelette - This is my favorite dish. This was presented on a small skillet with rice in a separate bowl. The omelette was drenched in curry. The curry was seasoned well, semi thick consistency, with a hint of spice. 2) Vietnamese Shaken Beef (one w/ garlic noodles & one w/ rice) - I personally prefer the shaken beef at Vox. For whatever reason, the beef seemed to be overcooked bc it was very chewy. The vegetables tasted as expected, and the red rice was really delicious. The garlic noodles were good. 3) Lemongrass Tofu - The tofu was cooked well and seasoned deliciously. 4) 5-Spice Roasted Chicken - Exactly what the description says. The roasted chicken was huge. We weren't sure exactly what it was seasoned with, but we all devoured it. Yum! 5) Lychee Milk Punch - It's not dinner without alcohol. I thought it was pretty strong with the rum & whiskey. It's more on the sweeter end from the lychee & pineapple. The foam wasn't too thick, and it paired well with the drink. Pricing: These are elevated prices. We'll definitely be back for dinner, and we can't wait to try their brunch. Highly recommend joining the Kei Rewards!

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Siam Station - KMG Hainanese Chicken Rice

Siam Station

4.0(1k reviews)
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This spot was great! We didn't have a to wait a long time and the space was very spacious :)…read more We ordered their version of hainan. And the beef rice bowl! Honestly it was good and the portion did fill me up! Servers were amazing and understanding! I can't wait to go back and try more food here :)

Well, I guess it was bound to happen. While my food adventures in OC have largely been successful,…read moreit was inevitable that I'd end up coming across a place that so many folks like that just didn't hit the mark for me. However, I never would've thought that place was going to be Siam Station. After hearing good things about their spot in Cupertino/the Bay Area from several friends, it felt rather fortuitous when we randomly came across their original location - and with no line in sight! Inside, they've got a cozy sort of vibe and it's cool how they have some outdoor tables set-up as well. As for the menu, it didn't seem all that extensive at a glance, but it has all of the staples you'd expect to find among their appetizers, soups, salads, fried rice, stir fried noodles, noodle soups, curry dishes, entrees, and desserts. -- ZESTY WINGS - Deep Fried Chicken Wings Topped with Crispy Basil and Served with Chili Sauce Easily our favorite dish of the night. The wings were really crispy on the outside and oh so juicy on the inside. Even though there wasn't much of the sauce, which was flavorful but not that spicy, it was fine - the wings were still great without it. -- KHAO SOI with Chicken - Yellow Curry Broth with Egg Noodles and Chicken and Served with Red Onions, Lime, and Pickles Ehh...this was okay, I guess. On the plus side, the chicken was tender and I thought the broth was pretty good - not the best I've had, but better than most. That said, I didn't love the egg noodles, especially the crispy ones after they had soaked up the broth. -- PAD KEE MOW (Drunken Noodles) with Crispy Pork - Flat Rice Noodles Stir Fried with Spicy Basil Garlic Sauce, Bell Peppers, Tomato, Sweet Onion, and Thai Basil I was super excited for this, but it was disappointing. The first thing we noticed was how pale it was and, sadly, the taste matched. Whether it be their garlic sauce or some chilis, this needed more. As for the pork, it was definitely crispy, but a few pieces bordered on dry/burnt. -- MANGO STICKY RICE A little hit, a little miss. The mango was fine (decently sweet, soft), but the sticky rice left us a little wanting. Mainly, I didn't love the glob of coconut cream, was it was pretty thick and viscous, which gave the rice a weird texture/coating to it. As far as service goes, it was uneventfully good. Although there was one point where it was hard to hail someone, it was mostly because the restaurant got increasingly busy and one of the servers was trying to help a group sort something out with their order. Otherwise, our food came out relatively quick and the workers were rather efficient with everything. Despite how we left feeling bummed out by our experience, it had more to do with being underwhelmed than the food actually being "bad". Admittedly, we came in with high hopes/expectations from all of the hype we had heard and it probably didn't help that we had gone to Manaao the night before, which is one of my favorite Thai restaurants anywhere. What's more, I wonder if we just didn't get the best that Siam Station has to offer. I certainly wouldn't be opposed to coming back to find out (and potentially writing an update), but perhaps I'll just try my luck at their spot in Cupertino that my friends like so much.

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Seven Grams - XLB

Seven Grams

4.5(1.3k reviews)
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We recently dined at Seven Grams…read more We had: Beef rolls: very good. Potatoes strings with shrimp: very good. Pig ears: I didn't try it but my sister loved it. Not my kind of food. :) Spicy pork paste over noodles: very good. Ham fried rice: good. Golden Prime beef noodles soup: very spicy and tasty. Southeast Asian Seafood Noodles Soup: very good, with a hint of basil, lime, and some chili pepper. Several types of xiao long bao: good. Definitely a must return since everything was delicious. We all enjoyed it!

Visited on a Saturday afternoon and it was very busy but the wait wasn't too long though maybe 25…read moremins. They don't have many table to seat large parties (3+) they mostly have bar seating and the booth seating is pretty tightly packed so just a heads up that if you have a larger party you might need to wait longer. Luckily I got sat in their few middle tables that were spacious. I was able to order quickly and the workers are nice and gave me recommendations. Passion fruit green tea and this was definitely my favorite thing I ordered that day the drink was so light, refreshing, flavorful, but not too sweet the passion fruit seeds being in the drink was annoying though. (4/5) Spicy XLB they came out quick but I wished they were hotter they were just warm but delicious flavor and filling sadly was not spicy though no kick no heat at all. (3/5) Beef rolls nice and crispy lots of scallions and the cucumbers added a nice fresh aspect and crunch but needed more sauce. (3/5) Pan fried dumplings took the longest to come out were crispy but not that flavorful again very filling though. (2/5) Golden prime beef noodle soup I'm sorry but this was just not for my taste at all I can't even describe what flavor the soup was something I have never had before very unique. The noodles were nice and chewy but again I'm expecting soup to be hot but it just came out warm. (1/5) They had some sauce and chili oil on the table and I made a mix but it did not help add flavor to any of the items. I ordered too much and the leftover beef rolls and pan fried dumplings reheated well in the air fryer.

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Ten Sushi Cocktail Bar

Ten Sushi Cocktail Bar

4.2(2k reviews)
0.2 mi
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I'll be real, this spot wasn't in the plans for my girlfriend's birthday but schedules changed and…read moreso plans had to chance. Spent a good amount of time browsing Yelp and OpenTable to find a new spot to end the night. Came across TEN on yelp and I'm glad I found this spot. I made a reservation and was a little late due to a previous plan that ended a little later than expected. They sat us right away regardless and the owner greeted us. I asked Brian what his choice of drink is and the crazy thing is I scanned the menu and this drink caught my eye, which he then recommended as his go to, the Yuz it or Lose it. My girlfriend had the Lychee Rose. Started with the Chicken Gyoza and Japanese Nachos for appetizers and ordered the BG roll and Keoni roll. Throughout the night Brian would stop by and made conversation with us a couple times, super attentive and super friendly! At the end of the night Brian brought out a surprise Melted Chocolate Cake with Ice cream and chocolate drizzle & whipped cream on the side, along with what tasted like two shots that tasted like melon? I'm not sure but they were a 5/5! There is a good amount of seating inside and outside. The mix they had playing through the restaurant was absolute fire and it isn't too loud either, you can still hold a conversation without having to raise your voice. They have a parking structure and you'll receive a parking ticket which TEN validates. Yuz it or Lose it: 5/5 A very refreshing and balanced drink. Lychee Rose: 5/5 On the sweeter side but still balanced and the lychee garnish is a nice touch to end the drink Japanese Nachos: 5/5 I literally had to fight the urge to not share these with my girlfriend they're a party in your mouth. (We subbed the spicy tuna for regular tuna) Chicken Gyoza: 5/5 I'm normally a pork gyoza type of person but these were great, nice and juicy and whatever sauce they have at the bottom of the dish was bomb. I literally poured that sauce into my dipping cup instead of the soy sauce that is available BG Roll: 5/5 This roll is tasty and very fresh since there are no cooked items in/on it and the jalapeños on top are a nice touch as well, especially with a little of that sauce from the Chicken Gyoza dish Keoni Roll: 5/5 The eel sauce is a nice touch to this roll along with the jalapeño sauce that they spread on the plate. Shoutout to Brian again! You've earned repeat customers! We will be back

I came here with my girlfriend to celebrate her birthday and it was our first time trying this…read morerestaurant and it did not disappoint. The restaurant atmosphere is very nice and great for date nights. The service was top notch as well. We had the nachos, handroll, Mongolian beef, and the black dragon roll, all of the food was sooo good and we were left very satisfied. Brian the very tall handsome guy took good care of us and definitely added to our spectacular experience!

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