Restaurant Reviews
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Water Grill in Costa Mesa Serves Fresh Tank to Table Seafood
Water Grill in Costa Mesa has been one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of the year. Located right across the street from South Costa Plaza, this seafood restaurant offers...
Jimmy’s Famous Tavern Brings the Best Bloody Mary & Brunch in Orange County
I have a future mother-in-law who loves a naughty southern-style brunch and Jimmy's Famous Tavern in Orange County is one of her regular brunch spots. She recently introduced me to this fantastic restaurant and I've been thanking her for it ever since. If you enjoy...
The Iconic B.CANDY is coming to Huntington Beach
If you love candy, toys, unique gifts, and delicious desserts then you are going to go crazy for B.CANDY. B.CANDY has become an icon in Corona del Mar with fun and colorful pictures of unicorn murals and sprinkle rainbow cakes posted all over Instagram. I have always...
The Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival is the Most Anticipated Foodie Event of the Year
The Newport Beach Wine and Food Festival is easily the most anticipated foodie event of the year. At $175 a ticket, you can believe this luxurious event is reserved for only the most serious foodies, five-star restaurants, and Sommelier approved wines. I attended...
Broadway by Amar Santana in Laguna Beach is a Must!
With a Top Chef finalist title under his belt, it is no wonder Broadway by Amar Santana in Laguna Beach is a must try. Now don't get me wrong I love the TV show Top Chef, but Amar Santana is so much more. He began his career interning as a chef at the ripe young age...
O.C. Foodies Flock to Snooze Eatery for Brunch with a Creative Twist
There is nothing I love more than an amazing brunch and Snooze Eatery coming to Orange County is a foodies dream. This popular San Diego brunch spot serves breakfast creations that are unique and innovative. The second I took a peek at their menu and saw they had 4...
Brio Tuscan Grille Has a New Tasty Menu
The Spectrum Center in Irvine has a plethora of tasty restaurants to choose from and one of them is the Brio Tuscan Grille. I come here a few times a month to play my video games at Dave & Busters and you're looking at a Mario Cart champ right here. When I visit...
Bluewater Grill Has an Awesome Happy Hour, Even on Saturday
On a mellow Saturday afternoon my boyfriend and I decided we should do something fun and go bowling and grab a tasty bite to eat at Bluewater Grill. It turns out Bluewater Grill actually has an unbelievable happy hour menu. For a Saturday that is actually really rare....
Get Whisked Away at Paris in a Cup in Orange, CA
Let's take a little trip and get whisked away to Paris in a Cup in Orange County. This adorable cafe located in Orange, CA has all the charm of a Paris Bistro where you can enjoy the perfect high tea lunch and forget you are still in California. Their tea selection is...
The Commissary in Downtown LA
How would you like to eat dinner in a transformed greenhouse a top a trendy Hotel in Downtown L.A.? Then look no further than The Commissary at The Line Hotel in Korea Town. I had tickets to see Third Eye Blind, my favorite band in high school, and thought it was the...
You Will Love Brunch at Cucina Enoteca in Newport Beach
I named my dog Bellini, so it is no surprised I'm obsessed with brunch and Cucina Enoteca delivers. I've been searching high and low for the best brunch in Newport Beach and I've finally found a favorite. You are going to love having your next brunch at Cucina...
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Sondra Barker
I created this site for purveyor of exceptional eats and escapes; our team is always on a journey to find the perfect bites in the most wonderful places.
A Delicious Preview of the Sushi Roku OC Restaurant Week Menu 2020
Orange County Restaurant Week is finally here and we're bringing you an early preview of the delicious Sushi Roku OC Restaurant Week Menu. Taking place between March 8 - March 14th, 2020, guests will be able to dine at amazing...
Taco Rosa in Irvine & Newport Beach Introduces Delicious New Family Style “Taplitas” Platters
Taco Rosa in Irvine and Newport Beach is introducing several new family-style "Tablitas", or platters, to their menu. These unique Tablitas will feature both traditional and seafood options as well as a mini Tablita for two....
The Bayside Restaurant Happy Hour in Newport Beach Offers Diners Mini Meals!
Our quest to find the best Orange County happy hours brought us to the Bayside Restaurant happy hour in Newport Beach. Each of their happy hour items is like a complete mini-meal. With prices ranging from $11- $13, diners can...
Andrei’s Irvine Happy Hour Menu is Mouth Watering and Massive!
Andrei's Irvine Happy Hour Menu has plenty of mouth-watering options to satisfy your hunger after a long workday. From tempting kabobs to portobello fries, this happy hour menu is sure to delight any craving. Andrei's...
Enticing Eats from Eddie V’s Happy Hour Menu in Newport Beach
Eddie V's happy hour in Newport Beach is one of the most popular spots to enjoy after a long workday. The bar is always filled with diners and for good reason. They offer a great selection of enticing eats on their happy hour...
A Tasty Preview of Fleming’s Happy Hour Menu in Newport Beach
Fleming's happy hour in Newport Beach has been a favorite of mine for as long as I can remember. Even when I lived in Los Angeles I used to frequent their Beverly Hills location regularly. Almost 9 yrs later I still consider...
Descanso Taco Tuesday Just Got Better With Their New “La Plancha” Menu
Descanso Taco Tuesday is stepping up their game with an all-new "La Plancha" menu. If you haven't had a chance to dine at Descanso, their "La Plancha" experience is like the Benihana of Mexican cuisine. At the "La Plancha"...
A Delicious Look at Davio’s Happy Hour Menu in Irvine
Davio's Happy Hour Menu in Irvine is full of delicious bites to satisfy your post-work hunger. I personally prefer to eat earlier so I'm always on the hunt for an amazing happy hour. Davio's Northern Italian Steakhouse is a new...