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    Truffle Bistro

    4.6 (457 reviews)
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    Updated 2 months ago

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    Duck breast with pomegranate sauce
    Annie Y.

    I love tapas! My friend and I stopped by for an early dinner and got a few dishes to try. They were able to seat us despite no reservation. The restaurant has an open kitchen concept where the owner is also the head chef. They were able to accommodate allergy concerns (balsamic on the side for the sprouts). The duck breast was slightly overcooked but the flavor was so good it didn't really matter. The gnocchi were pillowy and the short rib was super tender. The calamari steak was unique, and I enjoyed it! I'd come back the next time I'm in the area, and get someone else to drive so I can try some of their cocktails.

    Short rib empanadas with a smoked paprika aioli and sangria
    Erin R.

    We were in the mood for Tapas and this place caught our eye. The owner/chef is from Portugal and made some amazing food. We had short rib empanadas, fried calamari, Spanish sausages, Mussels with chorizo in tomato broth, and of course Sangria. The food was fresh, flavorful and perfect. Our waitress was very attentive and pleasant. The location is in a strip mall which can be deceptive, but inside the feeling is warm and welcoming.

    Wine tasting
    Vikki W.

    I went to Truffle Bistro for the first time last Sunday for a wine pairing dinner. There was a delicious 5 course meal paired with tasty wine from the Willamette valley. It was a full house and the staff handled it perfectly. I highly recommend trying it for a fun and delicious evening out.

    Gnocchi with Gorgonzola sayce
    Lori D.

    Truffle Bistro is an amazing place for Tapas - aka: appetizers. Everything we have EVER ordered has been delicious and we've tried almost everything on the menu. The only reason we haven't tried everything is that the owner, Henry, changes the menu to keep things fresh and in season. The place is very intimate with a cool vibe. Sit at the bar and watch the chefs work their magic We had Gnocchi in Gorgonzola sauce, Spanish Sausages, Duck Breast in Pomegranate sauce, Lamb Meatballs, and Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Gorgonzola. For dessert we had Tiramisu (amazing!) and a Chocolate Dome over a Chocolate Lava Cake. And if that doesn't make you hungry - I don't know what would! It's a little pricey, but worth every dollar. You won't have anything else like it in Orange County.

    Stuffed mushrooms
    Raven R.

    This is a quaint place for tapas! Our server was really nice and offered recommendations. That was very helpful because they had an extensive menu and we were having a hard time picking dishes. We finally decided on stuffed mushrooms, red wine braised chorizo, short rib gnocchi, grilled octopus. The mushrooms were nice and savory. It was stuffed with cheese and perfectly seasoned and finished off with a sauce. The chorizo had a rich flavor that was heightened with the red wine braise. The octopus had a beautiful char and was accompanied with roasted potatoes and tomatoes. The latter added a nice freshness to every bite. The gnocchi was nice and tender and the short rib was flavorful. Great shareable meal!

    Brussels Sprouts (5 stars)
    Phi N.

    I'm really glad I liked this place because I didn't want to face the wrath of the owner, lol. I found the flavors to be superb, however definitely on the salty side (eating this salty might not be for everyone). I don't know if there's a term for it, but our lips were saturated with salt from certain items; I'll star the salty items below. Maybe you can request less sodium if you are looking out for your blood pressure? Pro tip: If you're getting something with sauce, ask for bread when you order so it comes out at the same time as your food Brussel sprouts - not many restaurants get this right but theirs were actually crispy and tasty Meatballs* - although simple, it was excellent; order bread Shrimp al ajillo - we loved the sauce on this one; order bread Oxtail** - this one was mouthwatering good. I'm not sure if I'm supposed drink the broth because it's so salty, but I did (well as much as I could) Duck breast* - I was most disappointed with this of all the dishes. It is part my fault for not asking what their "perfectly cooked" temperature is, but it came out medium with the end pieces being medium-well. I prefer medium-rare and should have requested that. Flavor and crispiness of the skin were perfect though (maybe ask for a little less sea salt on top if you're looking to cut back on sodium) Frutta di mare - simple but delicious. I like a lot of lemon on my seafood pasta so I asked for an extra slice to squeeze on top Limoncello dessert - haven't had many good ones in the past so I had low expectations but it was surprisingly scrumptious -staff was very attentive and accommodating -crushed red peppers actually had a little bit of a kick -we didn't think of it until after, but sit at the bar and watch the chef working his magic, if you can

    Chocolate dome dessert was divine!
    Wendy R.

    We had such a great meal, I almost hate to tell others about this place! Truffle Bistro provided a lovely, quiet evening with tapas, great wine, and live music. We loved the artichokes, goat cheese and tomato sauce, and garlic shrimp. Didn't love the charge for extra bread, but overall prices were reasonable and comparable to appetizers at other establishments. Delaney was a gracious server with an excellent eye for best practices and guest preference. I'm looking forward to bringing friends and family to show off this special place in Orange.

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    Thank you Lori for this great review. We are always happy to see you.

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    6 months ago

    Food was delicious: tapas, entree, wine and live jazz music! What's not to enjoy at a place like Truffle Bistro?

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    I love the vibe and that it's mom and pop owned. I personally think it is very overpriced for the food presented though. Just my take.

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    The food and service is good. We enjoy the Tapas; a great way to try different dishes.

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    Amazing food, wine, staff, ambience and Henry (owner/chef) is so creative and passionate. A secret gem in Orange !

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    Ask the Community - Truffle Bistro

    Are some of the dishes gluten free?

    Yes, there are many gluten free and vegetarian options.

    What is the corkage?

    $20

    Do they have any dishes with truffle here?

    Yes.

    What is the corkage fee?

    $20 per btl. and Max. two bottle per party.

    Is there a corkage fee?

    I've never taken wine there. But I believe there is. Hopefully I'm wrong.

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    I initially wasn't going to write a review but I saw someone gave the restaurant 1 star 20 days ago…read morefor a similar situation that happened to us so I decided to do the same. My husband and I came across the restaurant on a Saturday at 430pm. We had our baby stroller and have been mindful on avoiding dinner rushes while going to restaurants, just in case. The Host asked us if we were a party of "3 and a half" which we laughed and said yes. We waited outside where there is patio seating and only a couple of tables taken. Inside, there were people at the bar and maybe one table occupied. The rest were open. I could see through the windows that the staff made a big deal about the stroller, they were walking around making hand motions as to where the stroller would "fit" mind you we've been to plenty of restaurants where this has NEVER been an issue. They came out to speak to us twice stating they were looking for a spot. I told my husband we should just eat elsewhere but he insisted on waiting. We did not want to sit outside due to it being hot. The host finally returned and said that they have reservations and can seat us at a table but we have an hour limit due to the reservation. My husband obliged b/c he was hungry, and I was annoyed. We got seated in the back which is fine by the big display of wine and our stroller replaced a chair. Which idk why that wasn't suggested or thought of in the first place. Our server was very nice but the other staff just kept side eyeing us. Dinner was rushed, it was tasty yet over priced. Our baby slept the entire time, No fuss thankfully. What were they to do if they had someone in a wheel chair and couldn't accommodate space? I know the comparison is far fetched compared to a stroller however it was the first time I ever encountered this. Since someone else made a comment about them not being seated due to a stroller, I would suggest avoiding this restaurant if you have small children as it seems it's not welcomed. Again, we were mindful and have been going to dinner before 5pm.

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