We ordered the Surf and Turf meal, the Fish and Chips, and the cauliflower with tzatziki sauce. The…read moreSurf and Turf was excellent and came with a generous amount of food. The chicken kebob, filet mignon kebob, large shrimp, rice, vegetables, hummus, and bread were all flavorful and cooked really well. The portion was huge and easily fed four adults. The star of the show, though, was definitely the Fish and Chips. The fish was fresh, juicy, and perfectly cooked with a crispy golden coating. The fries were also amazing, golden, crispy, and well seasoned. This was easily one of the best fish and chips dishes I've had in a while.

1. i like the name. FOB. TBH i was so confused by the actual cuisine tho, im expecting asian fusion…read morenot mex/midEastern fusion. Tacos or Kebab or blend them?? with seafood?? 2. Prices are very reasonable for 2026. Pita wrap at $12.50? sold. Plate at $17 seems to be where theyre at these days 3. Parking - shared, free, not ever really full lot. 4. Service - its like a fish grill, order up front, sit at any table, self refill, but they drop off the food? apparently i missed the sauce bar! guess i gotta return trip. Plenty of variety of seating, 4table, bar, high tops, 2 tables, outside mostly covered "patio". i like itttt. its clean. it looks spacious and nice. Music isnt too loud and good choice kinda upbeat but isnt just noise. Oh the tables! theyre fake wood board tables but i like the look of wood. 5. Taste - Ground sirloin kebab. The pita wrap while wrapped is more like a pita taco. A respectable sized one. Salad, pickles tomatos, 1 chonky kebab. Cup of what is this whipped garlic sauce?. OK im actually surprised how together it tasted. Good flavor, if u can get the veg pita and meat in a bite. The kebab tends to slip upward from the veg base. And i like the garnish drop except that they garnish dropped to the wrapper end....im def not eating the wrapper so that garnish just falls off wasted. yelp search led me here when i searched for "saffron rice". fail. but turned out a nice lunch so....uh failed successfully?

I had such a great experience at Pinchy & Pals! If you're a seafood lover, this place is definitely…read moreworth checking out. I tried their lobster roll and was honestly impressed by how fresh and flavorful it was. The lobster was generously portioned, tender, and packed with flavor without being overly heavy. The lobster mac and cheese was also a standout. It was super creamy, cheesy, and the perfect comfort food pairing. Even if lobster isn't your thing, they have plenty of shrimp options that were amazing like the coconut shrimp and shrimp fries! What I loved most was the quality of the seafood and the generous portions. Everything tasted fresh, and you can really tell they put care into their dishes. Definitely a great spot for a seafood craving, and I'll be coming back to try more of their menu! IG: your.SoCal.foodie

The vibe of this place is so cute. They did a great job with the decor and creating a unique girly…read morebeachside ambiance. Food: The chowder fries were the highlight for me! I would come back for these fries, decently priced and sized as a side (with an order of a lobster roll) and the fries were flavorful & crispy. Even got some pieces of clam. The lobster roll was okay for me. I don't like it drenched in mayo or heavy sauces, my favorite is always butter and lemon, but I felt like this lemon and butter roll was a bit lacking a flavor and I end up dipping it in the clam chowder fries for some extra sauce. Service: 10/10! The lady at the register was so sweet and I loved how they packaged the food for us with even a couple jolly ranchers in the items and branded napkins and the cutest bag. The soda machine wasn't working so they gave us cans of soda and even gave us a few extra for the road. I love how this is an order and sit situation so it feels more casual and we can get in and out pretty quickly. TLDR; if you're coming for the lobster roll I wouldn't necessarily recommend but I did like their clam chowder fries and may come back to try some of the other sides.

Stopped in for a quick dinner with friends. I do like the ability to order from the table vs…read moreordering at the front. It was a little tricky for my friends who sat at the same table because when they each scanned the QR code to order, it ended up putting them all together and any edits made actually affected the other people's orders. I was not involved in that thankfully as I used a different QR code at the tables we all sat at. From order to receiving our meal, everything was delicious, don't be like me and not realize how big those pan fried bao are... I ended up having so much left over to take back and share with other friends I was meeting up with that evening. The bao were absolutely delicious! Stuffed to the brim of filling and perfectly toasted on the bottom. The mapo tofu was so comforting as it's a dish I typically make at home. The cheese corn was so cheesy, but didn't have as much corn as I thought, but none the less also amazing! The star was the braised pork belly. Absolutely loved it and could easily eat those all the time. Definitely worth checking out

Orange chicken is sauced generously, but not so much it makes it soggy. The breading is soft, but…read morenot overly chewy and the chicken is very yummy and tender. Chow mein is yummy and the egg is so delicious! The dumpling where so savory and juicy

Kinaree eatery is fast, delicious with incredible portions and very exciting decor depending on…read morewhere you sit. Looking over the menu and trying to decide what to order while having only one empty stomach per body.. it almost seems unfair. Even the drink menu was incredibly hard to land on just one drink. This is a well done Asian American fusion eatery, regardless of your lifestyle or diet. The location is prime, so many other delicious looking restaurants all around even if you don't make it in somehow. If you're a cake person, definitely definitely don't short yourself and try their very fluffy, super jiggly soufflé pancake. It's not quite a flapjack and not yet a cake but the makings of everything you'd want in a breakfast dessert with cream that melts even the coldest hearts. The strawberry compote, made with real strawberries, was so yummy and colorful! Everything here was bright and colorful including the coconut yuzu drink. The curry came highly recommended and it not only did not disappoint, instead succeeded what I had in mind. Also- if you are a fried chicken and waffle fan, this is a must try. I was both full and envious of the table in my view of vision who got theirs after having stuffed my face full of amazing eats. Service was great and the staff, as well as the customers, all looked like Irvine's finest, brightest and uncontentious attitudes. Price point is on par with everything else around but you get your money's worth, possibly with leftovers, though not for us. We hated everything so much that nothing was left to pack home (grinning sarcastically).

First time here and was disappointed when we were handed an AI generated menu lol. What a shame…read morebecause the food was tasty. Anyways, we came here on Saturday around 1pm so I think we beat the rush as we were able to be seated right away. We got the Kinaree Fried Chicken and Khao Soi Rib Eye Steak. - Fried chicken was amazing and I loved the cucumber salad that it came with it. The sticky rice was a little dry and hard tho. - Khao Soi was SO GOOD! Super duper flavorful, big enough portion to split with 2 people.

Tried this place for the first time today and it was really good. The sourdough bread was super…read morefresh and made the sandwich way better than your typical sandwich shop. Everything tasted fresh and the portions were great. The staff was nice too and my food came out really fast. The overall vibe of the store is great. Definitely coming back.

Stopped by West Coast Sourdough for lunch and we were SO impressed! You will be greeted with a warm…read morewelcome from Carson and his team. They are all so friendly and hospitable. The sourdough is baked fresh daily, and you can definitely tell. It has the perfect crispy crust while still being soft on the inside. We tried the Turkey Pesto, French Dip, and BBQ Brisket, and all three were really good. The sandwiches were generously filled with fresh ingredients, so every bite had a good balance of meat, veggies, and flavor. The French Dip was especially satisfying with the au jus. Our favorite was the BBQ Brisket. The salads were huge and loaded with toppings instead of just being a bowl of lettuce. They also have soup bread bowls and flatbreads, so there's plenty to choose from if you're not in the mood for a sandwich. Overall, it's a great spot for a quick lunch with fresh ingredients and generous portions. They also do catering so definitely recommend looking into that. We will definitely be back to try more of the menu!

The food was amazing, I ordered the chicken plate and fries in the side. The fries were nice and…read morecrunchy which I love that texture. I then got a baklava ice cream dessert and omg, it's actually a must try. I found out they make their baklava from scratch in the restaurant and mix it with vanilla ice cream. 100% worth stopping by and am def coming again

We had the gyro wraps! they were amazing!!-fresh, full of flavors. We would love to go back and try…read moreother dishes! :D

I had lunch at Pasta Viva in Irvine during the middle of the lunch rush, and I was genuinely amazed…read morewatching Justin handle everything on his own. Despite the nonstop flow of customers and orders, he stayed calm, organized, friendly, and incredibly efficient. Managing the front while keeping up with the pace of a busy lunch service is no easy task, but Justin made it look effortless. He provided excellent customer service, kept orders moving quickly, and maintained a positive attitude the entire time. It's rare to see someone young perform so well under pressure. Justin did an outstanding job and deserves recognition for his hard work and dedication. Thank you for making our lunch experience such a great one!

Cheese wheel pasta without breaking the bank. #1…read morerecommendation is The Godfather. Filet Mignon, Mushrooms, roasted garlic, tossed in house made alfredo sauce finished with parmigiano reggiano. I could devour this in my sleep. There is no way you won't find something you like here. They have preset pastas to choose from or you can create your own bowl. If you don't like pasta, they also have salads and sandwiches. Its clean indoors but seating is limited. There are plenty of tables outside with shade that are shared with the other businesses in the plaza. Not much to say about service since you order at a kiosk. You can watch them make your pasta in the cheese wheel while you wait. If you're craving pasta but don't want to break the bank at a fancy Italian restaurant, this is the place to go.

Mendocino Farms is one of my favorite spots for a fresh, delicious meal. The restaurant is always…read moreclean with a bright, welcoming atmosphere, and the staff has consistently been friendly. Everything tastes fresh and high quality, especially the salads! Save Drake Salad was my ultimate favorite salad. I'm still sad it was seasonal because it was that good! Seasonal Goat Cheese Salad (5/5): Fresh, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Another salad I'll definitely keep ordering while it's available. Not So Fried Chicken Sandwich (4.5/5): So yummy with great flavor. A delicious sandwich that's definitely worth trying.

Went to meet out of towners here as they said they love Mendocino but I have never been but i wa…read moresopen to it. They suggested the farro soup and once i tasted it, i could not stop eating it. I am glad a got a big bowl of it! So yummy with perfect combination of lemony, nutty flavors. We also had the steak sandwich and that was delicious too with the yummy chimichurri sauce. We got hooked on it and will definetly come back again.