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    Eileen F.

    Interesting concept where it's a sort of tapas-style omakase. It's run by two chefs who enjoy entertaining and they're quite the show themselves. Food wise, it was largely hit or miss with me. They served freshly-baked bread right in the beginning and mine was very dry unfortunately. My partner's was tender and pillowy though, so not sure what happened there. There were some dishes that were off balanced, where it was either weird flavors or over-seasoned. I did have some favorites, particularly their slowly flame-grilled chicken and their corn soufflé. Both take quite a bit of technique and the chefs absolutely nailed them to perfection. Overall I had a fun time and some tasty food but not sure if it's worth a return visit.

    Kitchen (Aug 2025)
    Luke L.

    Recently I came here for a b-day dinner. Trust is a Chef's table concept restaurant and was ranked #18 in 2023 Yelp's Top 100 Places to Eat in the US. Was the dinner expensive? Yes, but our party paid for an intimate 18-seat culinary theater experience by Chef Kyle McClelland and sommelier poured paired beverages (alcoholic or non-alcoholic upon request) with each course. [Reservation]: Prepaid reservation for parties of 1 to 6 with 3% credit card processing fee via Tock. There's a different theme for each evening from Conservas & Tapas (Spanish flavors), Trust Dinner Party, Trust Lite, Adventures in Seafood, Italian Night, Evening at the Farmer's Market, etc. With reservation, visitors also get an evening pass to DTTN 2.0 (membership lounge right next to the Trust Kitchen) and let concierge know by sending an email (concierge@detentiondtsa.com) prior to 3 PM on the day of dining event. However the lounge still welcomes last-minute walk-in visitors and that was what our party did. [Entrance]: The kitchen entrance is on N Spurgeon St and the door opens exactly at 7 PM. Visitors can just hang out at the DTTN 2.0 lounge in the meantime. *** Ultimate Steak Dinner from 7 PM to 9:30 PM (a celebration of beef featuring several of the world's finest examples and favorite steakhouse sides. $225 per person, food and wine pairings, tax and gratuities included) *** === Rose === *** Bread from 61hundred *** + Airy texture. *** Red & Green baby romaine lettuce, classic dressing, garlic sourdough croutons *** + Light and delicious salad to start the meal. *** Tomato's & Emerald Figs, fried quinoa, ricotta, basil, balsamic *** + Acidic, sweet, and salty = quite an interesting and great tasting flavor profile. *** Steak Tartar , toasted milk bread, parm *** + Lovely toasted Japanese milk bread and melt-in-your-mouth steak tartar. === Barbera === *** Japanese BBQ Korean cut short rib, sweet & sour mixed mushrooms *** + Short rib tasted slightly salty, but mushroom had great seasoning. *** Wanderer Hanger steak, grilled Jimmy Nardello Peppers, chimichurri sauce *** + Juicy steak with a slightly vinegary aftertaste from chimichurri sauce. Good peppers. === Syrah === *** Imperial Flank steak, organic roasted carrots, mandarin yuzu butter *** + Steak cooked to perfection. *** Imperial Outside skirt steak, whole roasted XO cauliflower *** + Another melt-in-your-mouth steak. === Bordeaux === *** Aussie Sher Striploin, Turlock Asparagus, smoked egg yolk aioli *** + Smokey. *** USDA Prime 24 Day Dry Aged Ribeye, Wiser Farm Fingerlings, charred organic onions *** + By this point I was pretty much full. === Vermouth === *** S'mores Cake Binchotan whip*** + While whip cream tasted quite interesting, the cake tasted a bit too sweet for my liking. *** Coriander & Cardamon Brown Butter, Ice cream sandwich *** + Ice cream also tasted a bit too sweet for me. [Conclusion]: The only nitpicking aspect with the dinner was overly sweet desserts, but the main courses were amazing and the service was superb. This is absolutely an amazing & intimate spot to celebrate special occasions and to fire taste buds on all cylinders. P.S. - They have takeout boxes so yes customers can take leftover home (our party only took desserts and small portion of cooked leftover back home).

    Derek B.

    This was a great night. Small chefs table and overall an experience. The price is all inclusive and I'd say if you don't drink it's not as great of a deal at $250/person but I think they will discount the meal if you notify them. You split the tasting with your partner which was interesting but that's how we eat anyway. We will be back to try again as the menu seems to change with what's available. The bar connected is also a great spot.

    Elise L.

    Chef Jason was hilarious! The way he described his dishes were truly comical, we got a meal and some entertainment. My favorite was the many layers of thin beef... almost like a Lady M crepe cake but using meat! The green salad was also surprisingly enjoyable. And we didn't just get 1 dessert, we were served 2. Overall great experience!

    Fried fish
    James W.

    First time here trying the seafood night out. Might have been my favorite meal recently. The bread and pastry at the end were out of control and the skill level to get the fish skins so crispy and yet the fish still being juicy was amazing. I would come back easily for a celebration.

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    Andy V.

    1. Each dish was unique, and they were delicious in each of their own way! My favorites are the fresh brioche, Hangar Steak, and the Honey Citrus Cake! That hanger steak was tender! 2. The spot has a nice intimate ambiance! The interior is also cozy yet comfortable! 3. There are only indoor seatings at a counter with a small number of seats available! Reservation is required! 4. The staff were friendly and informative about the content of each dish and wine! They are also good at controlling the flow of the multiple courses! 5. Garage Parking, Meter Parking, and Neighborhood Parking are available! There is a free two hours period for the garage parking on the weekends and nights! Note: There is a restroom available for customers! It just located in the back after passing the last guest's seat! Photo: Oysters, Fresh Brioche, Boston Salad, Sashimi, Fried Clams, New England Clam, Chowder, Scallops, California White Sea Bass, Pasta, Duck, Hangar Steak, Honey Citrus Cake, and Triple Chocolate Dessert

    Scallops
    Katya Z.

    I throughly enjoyed this experience if you want to go all out on an expensive coursed dinner! I loved the more intimate setting where you're sitting right in front of the chefs preparing the dinner. Every dish comes with a wine pairing and I was pleasantly surprised by the wine choices! I really don't usually love wine but all of the wines worked well to each dish & also they weren't wines on the dry side. The first course was an oyster with caviar. I didn't mind the oyster or the caviar but it had different vinegars on it & honestly I do not think it paired with it. It tasted sour in a funky way. I could barely swallow this & I am pretty open with food. Thankfully everything else was really great so it started off rocky & improved from there. After that, they had this bread from a local bakery that was KILLER. I loved the big flakes of salt on it. It was warm & pillowy. There was also a salad with goat cheese & apples! It was refreshing while creamy. I liked it overall. The next course was different beets - I think if someone liked beets they'd really enjoy it but I'm just not a beets girl. My favorite dish was this piece of bread with bacon jam, mussels & shaved Parmesan on it. IT WAS DECADENT AND IT WAS UNFORGETTABLE. Me and my boyfriend still talk about it. The mussels had a slight chew as they should but easy to bite through. The bacon jam was smoky & you couldn't get enough of it. The Parmesan paired so well with this adding a creamy but tangy bit. I liked the scallop dish overall with the flavors but the scallop could've been more tender. The meat dishes were both incredible! I think my favorite meat dish was the veal. It had this creamy tuna sauce under it that worked really well with the tender veal. I will say - I had a bit of a harder time than I would have liked cutting through a ribeye at an establishment this expensive. I also think they could benefit from sharpening the knives so it cuts through easier! After the dessert, there was a freshly baked kouign amann. I mean how'd they know that was my favorite pastry?! They didn't but I love them for serving that. It came out super hot & the ribbons of sugar extending when you pulled out the bread was beautifully artistic. Overall, I'd come back when I want to treat myself!

    Kshama P.

    Review specific to the battledish vegetarian dinner On paper this was a good concept - battledish -3 chefs compete to make 3 cold, hot appetizers, entrees, dessert. But execution and dishes fall below expectations. At the beginning the chef narrated the dishes as he said trying to not give away too much and it felt a bit awkward like they're buying time for the brioche. (Since it's an intimate affair, maybe they could have introduced themselves and gotten to know the crowd, just a thought). There was a score sheet for each person and at the end, they tallied and just stated who won each round, no stakes/special appreciation, no connection to the concept. We went in for a vegetarian dinner. There are 10-12+ dishes but they're shared among the party yet each person pays $200. I've seen the other menus where there is meat and the food feels substantial. IMO, they could either do the vegetarian one at a lower price or consider offering at par in qty. All dishes felt pretty lack luster at the cost - for cold we had a snap pea with yogurt, a radish with some yogurt sauce and finally beets with yogurt....There was a lot of yogurt and just the main ingredient without a theme or even a base carb. The same pattern repeated itself in the other courses. There was no uniqueness or standouts from a dish perspective. It would have probably helped if there were palette cleansers or better distribution of the dishes so it keeps things fresh. Throughout the meal, some of the chefs kept saying or giving away who made what. The entrees and hot appetizers felt identical/repetitive in flavors. The main whites and reds (wines) were not good and the server felt illiberal (felt as though there was an air or distinction abt hosting or having people of color, which as subject I didn't appreciate). It also didn't end on a great light palette cleansing note, the dessets were also too palette saturating and too fatty. The only dish of the night with some weight/ substance (yet too much fat), the baked pastry was also fatty heavy sweet. They could have done more, a lot more with everything. This was my birthday dinner and I didn't feel it was worth the price.

    Ly N.

    Always a great time when coming here! Tried the ultimate steak dinner recently and it was delicious! So far I've tried Surf & Turf, Trust, and The Ultimate Steak Dinner theme and everything has been great. You can't go wrong with the wine pairing that is included! Love the environment, the service, and the food.

    Shannon Z.

    Dined here 3 years ago, and still dreaming of this place. This is one of the coolest restaurants with delicious food that I've been to ever!! It's on the pricier side but well worth the experience. Great for a special events like bday/anniversary celebration etc. Ambiance: very intimate space, need to book early for a specific time slot (can't just walk in); everyone is seated in this round table format with chef in the middle Food: food was incredible!!! Everything the chef made was with such details, he walked through the ingredients of each dish and everything was so unique and paired really well with the wine suggestions; highly recommend coming here!! with each dish, he talked about the inspiration to making each dish, service was incredible

    Kristin A.

    Came here for the first time to celebrate our anniversary. This night they did a fun Battledish set up. 12 courses in 4 categories, each category paired with wine. So fun to watch them cook and create right infront of you. It is a small place with seating for 18. The food was amazing, conversation was fun, and we walked away full and happy! Looking for a special night out, this is worth the money and a great place to celebrate!

    Justin P.

    Great dining experience at Trust. Unique take on chef's choice or omakase. Chef Jason was an excellent host and delivered an outstanding culinary experience. Only 18 seats are available so reservations are a must. Each item paired with an accompanied wine made it out to be a great night. Definitely would recommend for any foodie or anyone looking to try something new.

    Christopher T.

    Fabulous experience for an upscale dining place. Celebrated my birthday here with my kid and it was just simply delicious and a day to remember. Took me awhile to get a booking and the price per person is not bad all. Since it's a small intimate kitchen counter sitting, plus it is a small place in dtsa district, parking can street parking or parking lot areas. Foods menu change weekly so you don't know til you get there but if you are allergic to something, you can tell them during booking via online. It is something you got to try it one in a life time, especially on a special occasion with that special someone.

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    Ask the Community - Trust

    In the Amenities section, it lists outdoor dining...but is outdoor dining still available now that we don't have Covid restrictions? We would be a party of 6, but 2 of us only eat outdoors. Would love to book if this is possible!

    No, this was in effect during COVID. It's currently 18 (I think?) chef's table-style spots all indoors.

    What if one person does not eat beef?

    Definitely avoid our ultimate steam evenings but our other events will be perfectly fine.

    Would the Trust Dinner Party experience be recommended for solo/single parties?

    I think it would be a great experience for one, but most come in pairs or a group. Depends on your comfort level.

    I haven't been here since pre-Covid. Are the plates shared amongst 2 or 3 people now?

    We were there recently and it was 2 people. Not sure if they do singles!

    What's the dress code?

    Comfortable/casual

    Can anyone tell me the difference of ultimate steak night and trust dinner party ? I tried the ultimate steak night but not the trust dinner party. Thanks!

    Think of the Trust dinner party as a chef's table where you eat whatever the chef wants to prepare for that night. Kind of like the side dishes that go with Ultimate Steak dinner. Those are different all the time too. Trust dinner party is the… 

    When do the dinner schedules get released? Interested in a March date but they do not appear available yet. Thanks!

    Please email concierge@trustdtsa.com

    Is this tasting menu style restaurant? how much does it cost per person? Is there a la carte menu also?

    Before coming to 2.0, guests purchase a ticket from our tock page. Tickets range from $175-350 per person and are all inclusive. There is an a la carte menu, at the restaurant next door, playground.

    Is there valet parking?

    No. There is a City structure across 4th St.

    Hi! I'm planning to go here for my bday,but my husband is Muslim and doesn't eat pork? How do we go about it? especially if we're going to a Trust Party?

    Hello, even if your husband comes to a trust dinner party, not more than 1/15 courses might contain pork. It will be very easy for him to have plenty of food without pork—if we even serve some that night.

    Is there an accommodation made for allergies?

    This is a very challenging question to answer over text. As a short answer, I’d say no. But I’d like to have a phone conversation to see exactly what the scenario is and see if we can be more helpful. 949 292 6282

    What if I don't drink? What are my option as the price include drinks as well?

    They do mocktails as well.

    Is each person given an individual serving? If not how many people does each serving accommodate?

    There are some individual servings (bread, dessert, and maybe an occassional delicacy along the way) and there are grouped servings split amongst 3 persons.

    How long does the dinner last?

    Not very long at all. If you come to the 6pm seating, usually the last guest leaves before 8:10. We are frequently done serving food around 1 hour 50 minutes. Many guests stay and enjoy good conversation or stories and leave later than those who are… 

    I would like to come 4 people on Saturday May 4 at 5-6 pm can we make the reservation?

    We can accommodate that reservation at playground, unfortunately we are full at 2.0 at the time you have requested. If you do want to go through with that reservation you will need to confirm with us.

    Forgive my ignorance but can you tell me the difference between Playground and Playground 2.0? If this was to be my first experience should I start with one in particular? I'm super excited to finally try this place!

    Ignorance forgiven! Playground is a restaurant where you sit at a table, have a server and order off a menu. Playground 2.0 is a counter where you are served a menu by the chefs who cooked it, dining with a total of 18 guests at each seating. There… 

    Does 2.0 ever offer vegetarian menus?

    Look for the "Chino Farms" nights on the Playground 2.0 website - make sure to double-check but I think those are almost always vegetarian nights.

    Is it possible to buy gift cards for playground 2.0? I want to get a pair as a gift but I'm not sure when the friends would be available to go. Prefer they set their own dates

    Yes, you can buy general gift cards at PG or online, and they can be used at either PG or PG 2.0.

    What if you do not drink? The prices include the pairings fee.

    Consider the pairing free. The price of admission is well worth it even without our alcohol pairing. We’ll be happy to make you mock tails or soft drinks.

    Does anyone know if there is a place like 2.0 in San Diego area?

    There is a place called Juniper & Ivy down that way that's pretty good. Different than 2.0 but worth a try

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    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    On Saturday evening, around 10:00 p.m., my wife, son, and I were looking for a place to enjoy a…read morelate dinner. My son called Culinary Dropout and spoke with Olivia, the hostess, to see if the kitchen was still serving. Olivia responded with genuine warmth and kindness, assuring us that the kitchen was still open and that they would be happy to welcome us. From the moment we arrived, Olivia's hospitality set the tone for an exceptional evening. She greeted us with a warm smile, made us feel genuinely welcome, and promptly seated us. Shortly after, our server, Layla, introduced herself. Despite the late hour, she was energetic, engaging, and had an infectious enthusiasm that elevated the entire dining experience. She expertly recommended several cocktails, along with a glass of wine, and her knowledge of both the bar program and the menu was impressive. Her recommendations for appetizers and entrées were spot on. We decided on the Wagyu Pigs in a Blanket, BBQ Nachos, and the Spicy Rigatoni. Every dish was beautifully prepared, flavorful, and exceeded our expectations. Another team member, Emanuel, delivered one of our dishes and was equally personable and engaging. He took the time to share information about the restaurant, further demonstrating the outstanding level of hospitality displayed by the entire team. Manager Dave also stopped by our table to check on our experience. We shared with him that this was, without question, one of the best dining experiences we've had in Orange County in quite some time. Great food certainly matters, but it was the exceptional service, genuine hospitality, and positive energy of the staff that made the evening truly memorable. A sincere thank you to Layla, Olivia, Emanuel, Dave, and the entire Culinary Dropout team for creating such a first-class dining experience. We look forward to returning soon and will gladly recommend your restaurant to family and friends.

    Very excited to have Culinary Dropouts in California now! This location recently opened up. I…read morehave been a fan for many years since they first opened in Arizona! I used to travel there for work a lot. Tempe many times, Gilbert and Scotsdale. Tucson (OG) remains my favorite location. We recently went to the Denver location where my family became fans! My favorite meni item is the Turkey Pastrami served on a housemade Pretzel Bun. No matter the location, always the delicious. My husband both ordered Old Fashions, very good. We ordered the Soft Pretzel Bites served with Fondue as an appetizer. We were here on a Sunday around lunch time and they offer both brunch and lunch. My husband ordered the Chicken; Eggs, and Biscuits off the Brunch Menu, excellent. I ordered of course the Turkey Pastrami Sandwich. My son ordered the Prime Rib Beef Dip Sandwich and we both shared halves! Excellent. The location is their smallest. Foe most patrons they will love the food and definitely a nice addition to Old Towne Orange. But if you frequent the other Culinary Dropouts, you will notice theybare missing the large patios with games, tables, couches. Very unique to the chain and adds to the vibes. Parking was a huge plus here. If you know Old Towne Orange, parking can be a huge challenge, even weekdays! They offer free valet parking! Valet weee very friendly! Our server was Kaylen. Very friendly, offered suggestions, and we talked about our love for Pastrami. She was also very knowledgeable about the other locations.

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