Amazing restaurant. Steak selection and presentation was way above expectations! I would highly recommend Twent Eight over any steak restaurant in the area. Has a personal attention, high-class vibe and it wasn't rushed or too crowded. The four of us had a wonderful dinner. My wife had the Salmon and raved! My son had the New York and it was cooked perfectly over real wood fire, I have never heard of the "Zabuton" steak, I can more than recommend this cut! What brought us to Twenty Eight was the Scotch selection. And you will not be disappointed! Spayside, Islay, Highland, everything we were looking for. read more

I had a party here and this is one of the best steak houses in Irvine. Avoid the big name traps. Their mixed drinks are tops and the service is top tier and it's not boring. Their spin on meat and side dishes are original and it's not just meat drowned in butter. In my humble opinion the Australian beef is the best thing on their menu as far as beef goes. Salads are really good too. Not drowned in dressing veggies are fresh and bouncy. Great ambience but not sleepy or boring like Mastros. read more

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Nice ambience and friendly staff. 10/10 for whiskey tasting. Complimentary dessert for our wedding anniversary.

This place is a hidden gem! The lobster Mac and cheese was so insanely good the best I've ever had. My brother got the steak and it was juicy and cooked perfectly. The service was GREAT. Elizabeth was a great server to my family and was so kind! The vibe of the restaurant is so beautiful too. Outside is the best, right by the fireplace lol. Side note: they validate your parking! Overall such a great dinner and so happy I found this place, definitely will be back read more

Had an amazing first time experience here! Surprisingly, the place was not very busy at all, which can be a little concerning but it was kind of early so we didn't think too much into it. It is a very chic and modern atmosphere inside. I felt very special, being my birthday and all, our server was the sweetest. She helped me decide on a cocktail and it was perfect! (Check out the pictures) Started with the charcuterie board, probably didn't have to but I wanted to try it all. Great selection to pick from. The octopus didn't wow me, I have tried it at so many different places, is not fair to compare. But it was very fresh and well cooked. But the pork buns and the Mac and cheese were a success. The dough of those buns was perfectly flaky and sweet. And the m&c was literally melted in my mouth. I will definitely love to come back and try even more items from their menu. read more

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By far one of the best quality restaurant in OC. We have been here a couple times now and it always blows our taste buds. The food has the best quality and the best taste. Every dish we have ordered has been exceptional this place never disappoints. Service is excellent, they are very attentive and friendly. The ambience is very mellow and romantic, very private. Definitely recommend this place for a wonderful night out. read more

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This spot needs a higher overall rating on Yelp. We couldn't find a thing wrong with it. The service was exceptional -- our hostess greeted us cheerfully and acknowledged all the requests from our reservation (It wasn't busy so it probably wasn't needed, but would suggest for a party of four or more so you get preferred seating as it is a small place). Our waitress, Alessandra, was a class act and very kind. She was very knowledgeable and gave us the rundown on the type of food the restaurant served, which was very appreciated. Every worker we encountered here was lovely and courteous, and they made a point to bring out new silverware with each plate/course, which was a small detail I appreciated since a lot of restaurants make you ask for new silverware and aren't as attentive. The food was phenomenal. We had the scallion pao bread with the chili butter, which I still dream about at night. It's the type of melt in your mouth, perfectly soft and warmed up bread you would eat your weight in if you could. For entrees, we had the New York Strip steak. I added garlic butter and mac and cheese. Everything tasted high quality and was seasoned to perfection. Nothing too salty, nothing too bland. We could not stop raving about how delicious the food was as we ate! The drinks were fabulous, albeit a tad on the pricier side, but worth it if you are celebrating something or just want to enjoy a classy dinner. If you are a wine lover, they have a large selection and you are bound to find something you love. I'm big on a good bourbon or whiskey myself, and ordered an old fashioned, which was perfect. I also ordered a more lighthearted "dessert" drink, the Floating in Manila, which was a mango, chili, and graham cracker coated concoction that was the perfect boozy sweet treat to wrap dinner. I will have to try their dessert someday as the warm chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream had me drooling, but the portions are so fair here that I was content and full. Parking is not an issue as they will validate your parking in the structure if you bring your ticket with you. This place is tucked between the Google and Equinox building, which is the explanation for how empty it can feel. Don't let the lack of a crowd fool you however, I had a great experience here and I think with time it can only get better. read more

I'm actually so surprised at how empty this place was on a Saturday evening. We made reservations for our anniversary and everyone was so friendly and attentive. The food was incredible. The drinks were delicious and so aesthetic. This place should have a line out the door! read more

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Top tier experience for sure! The staff is very attentive, the drinks were well crafted and the food was exquisite. They asked us what we were celebrating and gave us complimentary dessert. We will be back for sure. Thank you Liz read more

Twenty Eight - New York steak medium well, lamb chops well done, fried rice, green beans, bread and scallion butter. - Steakhouses Near Me - Irvine, California

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Super delicious food; cozy atmosphere; excellent service from our server, Rolando! I'd been wanting to try this place for a while, and I'm so glad I finally did. Yum! read more

Great hidden gem. The food was phenomenal, the cocktails superb and service outstanding. Although we had reservations for a table indoors we opted for a cozy table outdoors. It was a lovely, serene evening just perfect for a chill night out. Highly recommend is the Bangkok Blanc Negroni and the Somm's Old Fashion cocktail. If hungry the Scallop Crudo to share is delicious and the Wagyu Hanger and their Petit Lamb Chop are lovely. We will definitely be back. read more

Twenty Eight - A must try, the Scallop Crudo. - Steakhouses Near Me - Irvine, California

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Possibly some of the best food and service in Irvine. It's off the beaten trail, so you need to make a point of going, but believe me you *need* to make a point of going. It's in the Google office area, so feels a little unusual on first visit. Parking is free in the structure so that's not an excuse to not go, plus they have valet so go ahead and wear those fancy (but uncomfortable) shoes and step out of the car right at the door. We went as a group of four, and the menu is interesting and well executed. Very high standards. They had a great drinks menu also and a couple of us we able to ask for non alcoholic versions. If you are a real foodie, then you will appreciate this place. It feels a little undiscovered right now with a number of seats available on a weekend evening, but if you know dining then you will recognize the standard. Irvine needs more places like this. Go now and support and experience the talent. read more

I was craving a steak, so I thought I'd try Twenty Eight. Unfortunately the food was okay, and not so great. That's a quick little rhyme i put together to sum up my thoughts on Twenty Eight. I felt like treating myself to a nice first steak for the new year and have had an eye on this restaurant for a few years. Of course I have to give some leniency since I ordered takeout but I can still give my thoughts on the flavor. I ordered the American Wagyu Ribeye which costs $120 for 16 oz. The odd thing was that they recommended that I had it cooked medium when you would think medium rare would be best. I went with the chef recommendation and it was cooked well. The meat was tender, juicy, and everything you want in a good steak. The thing is that there was nothing special about it and tasted like any steak you would find at a good butcher shop. I know that this is American Wagyu and not Japanese Wagyu, but if I'm paying over $100, I would expect it to be extra well marbled. The steak was also over seasoned and within the first few bites I had to reach for my water. It didn't taste like it was basted with garlic or herbs and I could only detect salt and pepper. In contrast to the over salted steak, the Crab Tajarin was severely under seasoned. Besides the fried soft shell crab on the side, I would not know it was a crab pasta. The menu description indicates blue crab meat and pictures show a couple crab claws but that was missing on my dish. The pasta just tasted like a truffle cream pasta and I was searching for any crab meat mixed in. Super disappointing when you expect one thing but it's something different. $34 for one portion of pasta with one soft shell crab and no crab elsewhere is a robbery. This is in no way a crab pasta and if it were named Truffle Cream Tajarin, it would be a more accurate description. The woman on the phone ended up selling me on adding the 28 Steak Sauce for $5 that was really not worth it. On its own it's not bad, but the flavor of the sauce completely overpowers the steak. I barely touched the sauce because it would have made the steak even more salty so it was a waste. Maybe the whole experience would be better dining in, but if the flavor of the food isn't enough to impress me, it's not worth trying again. The total came out to over $170 for one steak and a relatively small portion of pasta. I don't feel like I got my moneys worth and that is never a good feeling read more

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I held my best friends surprise 40th here and they took care of our party with great service. Food was amazing and the private room was perfect ! Thank you Twenty Eight read more

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I came here to meet a long lost friend I haven't seen in over 10 years. The staffs were extremely accommodating even with no reservations and even took care of us when we wanted to be reseated in an area that was a bit more quiet. Our intentions were to just go for drinks and maybe have a couple of appetizers. But since the vibe was so comfortable here I decided to go ahead and order the chateaubriand. Needless to say I had no regrets. The tenderloin had a really good quality beefy flavor that really didn't need the creamy mushroom sauce, but it paired well. I recommend having the sauce on the side and not on the steak. My friend noticed there were no blood on the dish even it was served already sliced. This is when you know the chefs preps & cooks w professional knowledge & experience at this level of attention to detail. Not to forget to mention the beef tenderness was so "melt in your mouth", who needs teeth to enjoy this dish?! The salmon appetizer was a spread that is mayo-based that was served with corn chips. It was quite delicious garnished well with some greens on top. The second appetizer dish we tried was the Spanish grilled octopus. The flavor was nice and nothing was overpowering so it was well balanced. It was accommodated with a creamy sauce. The octopus itself was not chewy and quite tender. The drinks were high end great quality, attention to detail as well. As you can notice, even the ice disappears in the drink because it's crystal clear. You know there's a professional mixologist when the creativity is top notch & perfection in demand. This was my first time here & it will not be the last. read more

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What a cute restaurant! Hidden within commercial buildings, is this chic gem. (Note you can park in the structure and they validate). First off, the staff was very friendly and professional for the most part and the indoor and outdoor dining options provide equally as quaint a vibe. Foods tried: Spanish Octopus - octopus cooked to perfection the sauces and accompanying veggies really made this dish! It's a definite must try! I kinda wished I would have ordered a second one bc it was that good! Roasted mushrooms and endives salad - this was an ok starter. I was hoping for a blend of mushrooms but it's just button mushrooms at the bottom. It is tasty, but a blend of mushrooms would probably enhance the flavor profile. Fried brussel sprouts - a definite mush try! The brussel sprouts were fried to perfection and the toppings paired really well. Another definite must try! Cesar salad - it was a tad over dressed, but a good staple dish to have. Filet - decided to try the filet based on reviews. They overcooked it so and as much as I didn't want to, I had to send it back. It was a tad awkward as I was asked to cut the filet in half to prove it was over cooked - especially given it's not a very large cut of meat. Very little to no pink in the middle either. Second round, came out much better. So if you want your filet medium, perhaps asking for medium rare is the way to go? Ny Steak - my friend got this and though it was ok. Shrimp and crab linguine - another friend got this and devoured it. He said it was really good - needless to say. Coffee - it's French press and really good. After dinner and drinks a nice way to relax after a nice dinner. Tea - I was told it was green tea, but it must've been some unique blend as it was not very good. I'd avoid the tea. All in all it was a fun night minus my filet being over cooked. A fun vibe restaurant to check out with friends or a special someone. read more

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First impression small dining area oversized bar. Wes a friendly greeting. The waiter took our order and did not write it down resulting in forgetting part of our order. The food was mediocre nothing out of this world. The only thing out of this world was the price , we will never return to this establishment. Oh I forget. Not only do they charge for bread they charge you for butter unreal. read more

The food was amazing. The server & the staffs are amazingly good. The ambiance was awesome. I highly recommend

Visited early on a Friday evening now that everything is relaxing a little with the pandemic. We got a nice spot in the patio, and were able to enjoy a nice leisurely dinner. Our server Kevin was great. He was able to answer our questions and give us suggestions and details to help us decide on our selections. For drinks we got the Central Park, which was like a "woodsy" Manhattan. It had a little smoke to it. I had the Do the Hokey Toki which was lighter and "citrusy". Both were good choices . For starters we had the Spicy Salmon Crudo and the Spanish Octopus. Both were delicious and a good size for two to have some of each. For dinner, I had the HERITAGE PORK SHOULDER which had the pork shoulder sliced with char siu glaze. The fried buns reminded me of homemade donut dough. Little crispy on the outside and soft and pillowy Inside. Definitely a good choice We also had the Faroe island salmon with a lemon paprika sauce. That was very flavor as well. Solid choice there too. For sides we got the Parmesan fries and the Mac and cheese. Both were all I had hoped they would be. Fries were crispy and full of Parmesan flavor. The Mac and cheese was creamy and cheesy. Lots of food but everything was so good. read more

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Our first time going here for a friends birthday. Wasn't sure what to expect since I found this place on Yelp. But the customer service was above my expectations. The girls who waited on us was very pleasant and friendly. Food was great. We had a really enjoyable time at Twenty Eight in Irvine. Will def be back for special occasions in the near future. read more

The food was amazing and the service was great Our server Liz was so helpful, kind, and attentive!! will definitely go back there again! read more

Amazing drinks, and great steaks cooked to perfection. The wagyu hanger steak is a must try cooked over oak charcoal it has a Smokey flavor that pairs great with the pork chops and apple sauce cocktail(fat washed bourbon) read more

Twenty Eight - Pork chops and applesauce, cocktail fat washed whistle pig six year - Steakhouses Near Me - Irvine, California

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Came here last minute for some steaks. They were able to accommodate us on a Friday night with no wait at all. Perfect place for date night. Drinks: Whiskey Gone Banana: Delicious. Never knew bananas would pair with Rye that well. Food: Heritage Pork Shoulder: this appetizer could be a meal on its own. Pork was juicy and pineapples were perfect. Highly recommend. American Wagyu Ribeye: this can be definitely shared after finish the pork shoulder. Perfectly cooked to a medium rare. No sauces are needed. However, we did try 28 steak sauce and brown butter and herb, but ended up eating majority of the steak without the sauces. Potato Purée: wasn't outstanding. Normal mash potatoes, can do without. Parking: parking structure available with validation. Ticket got demagnetized and they were able to accommodate with a new ticket to replace the parking ticket. read more

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A hidden gem! Great ambiance, service and the food was great! Try the tomahawk 48oz of heaven enough for 5 people. Don't forget dessert-the chocolate cake was divine! read more

Friendly service, tasty food, good vibes! Came here for celebrating birthday with my friends. read more

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Cannot believe I was unaware of this place! Some of best and most interesting food in the OC! Hidden Gem. If it was located anywhere else it would be a huge hit! Chef Jay is unreal! Just GO! read more

Always amazed at the creativity of food and the excellent dining experience at Twenty Eight! read more

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10/10 recommend for small parties/events! Liz helped me schedule my event and choose the area best suited for what I was looking for. She was EXTREMELY responsive and made it so easy to book the space and choose my menu items. Day of event our main server, also named Liz, was so attentive and extremely kind. The area was kept very clean, I don't remember ever seeing an empty glass or dirty plate. Food was also delicious and drinks were very good. Will definitely be back! read more

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I am just two weeks away from a private dining experience at this restaurant. I am excited to share the ambience, the great food, and beverage choices with my team. Stacie Tran has been amazing to work with. I highly recommend this location for any unique experience at a fair price point. read more

Came here for my dads birthday and we were all so impressed! The food was absolutely delicious and the workers were all super kind and attentive. The chicken and waffles were my personal favorite. This delicious meal consists of a fried chicken thigh that is SUPER flavorful, juicy, and crunchy all at the same time. The waffle is a cheddar crusted scallion waffle, incorporated with togarashi seasoning and pancake syrup. Come through for brunch or dinner with sit-down dining, take-out, or curbside pick-up! Honestly, making a reservation is highly recommended if you're going to dine in :) Price for the chicken & waffle: $15 read more

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I've been wanting to try twenty eight for sometime and was able to during valentine weekend. It's a hidden restaurant that offers dinners and I believe does events. It made rsvp through yelp and didn't have any issues rescheduling for a later time. Parking is offered in the structure and the host stands does free validation. It's located next to the google and equinox buildings. I never knew about this location until coming here. Upon entering, you'll notice tables set up outside and a nice bar area once you enter thru the main doors. We were sat in a corner area that was private and nice. It wasn't busy as I expected. Our server was great and offered recommendations. We started off with drinks, I got the pork chops and apple sauce cocktail. It was came out in a nice Smokey presentation and tasted good. My gf tried the whiskey gone bananas and it wasn't as good as mine. For starters, we went with the avocado & lil gem salad. My gf was very happy with that. We decided on crab tajarin, that came with a soft shell crab and balanced well with noodles. Next was the prime New York strip with a side of brown butter and herb sauce. It went well with the steak. We got the mac & cheese and I would say, don't order that!It wasn't cheesy and wasn't worth 16 dollars. Overall, nice experience for a special dinner or event and it's not tough to get a table. read more

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I have very mixed feelings about this place. Story time. First, the venue. We had our baby's first birthday here. We went big for our first baby's party and dropped $10k on food for around 70 people. It was painful but it was so beautiful. The staff was great, food was awesome and everything turned out better than imagined. We had an open bar and I asked for updates to increase the bar tab if and when it exceeds my allotted amount. It went over because our friends party hard. I wanted a receipt for everything but it wasn't super transparent. They gave me a bar receipt for everything after my allotted amount but everything that was paid beforehand was collected on a spreadsheet which is just a little weird. Also during the event I was trying super hard to meet the event coordinator but she was nowhere to be found until the 3 hour event was over. The manager Kevin helped us out throughout the night and told us to hit them up if we wanted to be treated to a nice dinner. My wife's dinner was coming up so I thought it would be a good excuse to come back to our wonderful venue. Now the restaurant. Such a bougie and pretentious place. Food was good but so expensive. I contacted the manager to be taken care of and we got there and had some average seating which was the welcome hallway for our venue. Our waiter was fine. She took care of us and then the manager delivered some wine to us from our friend. We were expecting more from the venue since we spent five figures in 3 hours time. The free service they gave us was their cheapest fried appetizer. 0.1% of our spending was given back to us as a treat even though we ended up spending another $200 on dinner. Dinner was great by the way. Food was delicious and appetizers were good. But man I expected to be treated better than this on my wife's birthday and having just spent so much time and money at this place. They didn't even bring out a cake so really I hate this place and I'll never be back. I was looking forward to coming to this place a lot and I would have been happy to host some parties and have drinks and dinners here but didn't even think to bring out some champagne or birthday dessert. Pretty messed up. Meanwhile the party next to us got some free drinks because they worked at the previous restaurant before it changed to 28OC some years ago. The venue might be a 5 star place and I highly recommend it if you want to ball out. But for eating and overall service this place sucks and does not care to take care of you. So we'll average and round down to a 2. read more

A nice clean restaurant located in a campus-looking area. I parked at the Google structure and walked for about 3 minutes to find the restaurant near East West Bank and Equinox gym. Ticket was validated immediately once I walked in. Pictures of the place looked bigger but it was actually pretty small. Didn't explore the whole place but we sat outside at the patio . The food was tasty and flavorful! Wasn't too hungry but I tried the Salmon Crudo and Wagyu Hangar. Was delicious, but I noticed all the steaks are cut a bit inconsistent compared to what I've checked out from other's. Not a huge deal, but my pieces were large vs cut in thinner strips. I also ordered the "Do the Hokey Toki" cocktail. They made it extremely well and made sure to not dilute the whiskey by having a large cubed ice. Would visit this place again to try more of their menu and from their whiskey bar ! read more

Twenty Eight - Salmon Crudo - Steakhouses Near Me - Irvine, California

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Came through on a casual Wednesday. I didn't know what to expect made last minute reservations for dinner. I really didn't need to as there were plenty of tables available. We sat inside in the back in front of the private dining room. Very warehouse-y vibe but it didn't bother me because we were there for the food! Spanish Octopus - tbh, it was a bit tad rubbery and overcooked but the smashed small yellow potatoes and cherry tomatoes were flavorful and helped revive the dish. Crab Tajarin - creamy, delectable, truffle-y, savory and decadent. The pasta/noodle selection for this dish was too thin and couldn't withstand the heavy sauce in my opinion. Consistency and texture was similar to a thin egg noodle and I believe that a thicker pasta/noodle would have brought this dish to a 10/10. By the end of the dish, the noodles were clumped together and the texture was overpowered by the rich sauce. Odd, however, since the noodles in previous photos/reviews where thicker. Maybe it was just the day we went? American Wagyu Hanger - I'm generally not a fan of hanger steaks; they tend to be too chewy in my opinion but Twenty Eight got it right. Order the 28 Steak Sauce on the side... you won't be disappointed. We ended up drizzling this over our steak and our potato puree. Service was awesome and attentive and they validate your parking as you walk in. read more

@twentyeightoc Location: Irvine, CA Ordered: Truffle Fries, Mushroom Pasta, Tomato Bacon Pasta, Tomahwak Ribeye Steak . Review: Located at Google building area, this restaurant has award winning wines and great menu by Chef Jay Lacuesta. Their truffle fries and mushroom salad were food and fresh. Their tomahwak ribeye steak was really good and their 28 steak sauce along with citrus salad that comes with the plate went really well with the steak. Their pasta was cooked just the way I like it. I went to Saturday dinner at 5:30pm with reservation and it was quiet. Space started to fill up at 6:30pm. I will definitely go back here to try another savory food menus. read more

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Caught up with a good friend of mine, went to Twenty-Eight that was on my recommendations. The food is delicious and drinks are amazing. Service 10/10. Definitely worth a catch up with a friend or really want to impress someone read more

Twenty Eight - Steakhouses Near Me - Irvine, California

Twenty Eight is the best restaurant in Irvine that not enough people realize or know about. The location is a bit off the beaten path which is probably why it's underrated but it's well worth the trip. The customer service alone is 5 star worthy and all of their staff is top tier. Leo, who is the primary bartender/mixologist, is legitimately the best in Orange County and maybe in Socal. Do yourself a favor and just let the man "cook" as opposed to ordering a cocktail off the menu. Best I have seen. Tara and Liz are both standouts as well. Food wise, their steaks are the best in Orange County and the ambience is perfect for a nice night out or a low-key romantic dinner. They also have a huge event space perfect for company gatherings. I can't say enough about this place but I will leave this compliment. I was recently in Paris for work and had access to amazing food, even still, Twenty Eight was the first place I went to when I returned and found it to be 10 times better than anything I had overseas. Do yourself a favor and check it out. Guaranteed to be a top tier experience read more

I ordered their salmon Benedict, pork fried rice and Parmesan fries! It was all satisfying , fresh and my toddlers loved it. The ambiance is perfect inside and outside, everyone is spaced out and has the staff has mask for guest protection. If I wasn't pregnant I would of definitely tried their cocktail or whiskey. Next time I will try the Peach Cobbler, I was so full I didn't have room. Edit: I came back for brunch with friends and they loved their first time at Twenty Eight! Every alcohol drink was exceptional, I finally tried their peach cobbler which was amazing and my husband loved the fried rice so much he ordered a second helping. I would definitely recommend this play for work social events during the holidays due to the space, ambiance and quality of food+beverage. Also I want to add the staff is so kind and they don't rush our meal. read more

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Second time coming here for a birthday and we might make this an annual tradition! Every dish is excellent. We had the bone marrow, croquette, scallion pao bread, pork chop, rigatoni, New York steak, and chicken. Our server Madison was top notch! Really made the experience 5 star. Thank you 28 for a great time. read more

It's a tiny place but we love the ambience, it's beautiful inside. The service was great but it wasn't even half full, Saturday night at 630 pm. The presentation of the food was nice and the quality was there but the flavors were odd. -Avocado & Kale was good but drenched in the dressing. -Hubby liked the filet. I didn't think it was flavorful and thought it was a bit hard because they butterflied it. -We both liked the potatoes, they were tasty. -Pork shoulder was too sweet and fatty for my preference and it was odd with the salsa but the bread was good. -The tres leches was way too sweet and was a very strange combo with lychee and coffee ice cream. It didn't work well imho. I would come back and try other dishes though. Its a cute place and I want to like it! read more

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