Restaurant Reviews
Take a behind the scenes look at our in-depth restaurant reviews covering our favorite dishes from the best Orange County restaurants, Los Angeles restaurants, San Diego restaurants, Southern California restaurants, and restaurants located at popular travel destinations.
10 Drool-Worthy Eats & Drinks From Social Cocina y Tequila
Social Huntington Beach recently rebranded to Social Cocina y Tequila and I have to admit, all the new dishes and cocktails are mouth-watering. Executive Chef Jackie Salazar has outdone herself by creating a delicious new menu that infuses her South Mexican roots with...
Visit Oak Mountain Winery for a Unique Temecula Wine Cave Dining Experience
If you're looking for a unique wine country experience, then head to Oak Mountain Winery for a one of a kind dinner in their Temecula wine cave. We were first introduced to Oak Mountain Winery while taking a Temecula Wine Tasting Tour with Best Coast Tours. During our...
Experience the Best Vietnamese Restaurant in Orange County at Brodard Chateau
If you're searching for the best Vietnamese restaurant in Orange County then look no further than Brodard Chateau in Garden Grove. Locals in the Asian community have long known about Brodard since they opened their Fountain Valley location at a small strip mall in...
Feast Your Eyes on The Most Enormous 4lb Snapper From This Popular Laguna Beach Restaurant!
There are many Laguna Beach restaurants to choose from, but none serve an entire whole fish that is so enormous it could feed a family of 4-6 people. This Asian Fusion restaurant is non-other than the popular Starfish in Laguna Beach located directly across from the...
Bouillon is Easily the Best Traditional French Restaurant in Orange County
If you're searching for the best traditional French restaurant in Orange County, Bouillon in Newport Beach will deliver all of the classics. When I first learned Chef Laurant of Moulin was opening a new restaurant focused on classic French dinner fare, I knew his...
Here’s Why The Wilson Creek Temecula Brunch is the Only Way You Should Spend Your Sunday!
Sundays are made for delicious cuisine, sparkling wine, and the Wilson Creek Temecula brunch. If I could plan my perfect Sunday brunch, Wilson Creek would check every box, and boxes I didn't even know needed checking. My life will never be the same now that I've tried...
Urban Plates Offers Delicious Cuisine You’d Never Expect From a Fast Casual Restaurant
Urban Plates is a fast casual restaurant, but with a fine dining menu. They have numerous locations throughout California and offer dishes you typically wouldn't expect like fresh seasonal fish, Moroccan braised chicken, and grass fed steak with fresh chimichurri....
Selanne Steak Tavern is the Best Steakhouse in Orange County According to Locals
On a search to find the best steakhouse in Orange County, I entrusted my neighbors from Nextdoor, who almost all unanimously voted for Selanne Steak Tavern. Not being one to shy away from an exceptional steak dinner, I grabbed my girlfriend and headed to Laguna Beach...
Bottega Angelina is our Best New Restaurant in Orange County for 2022!
Our best new restaurant in Orange County for 2022 is the impeccable Bottega Angelina in Laguna Niguel. Diners will be mesmerized by their exceptional Italian cuisine, sophisticated decor, charming Mercato (market), and indulgent pastries. Bottega Angelina is more than...
Where to Find the Best Tacos in Orange County
In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, we're bringing you the best tacos in Orange County. It is no surprise that Californians love their tacos and I have definitely had my fair share over the years. From classics to more innovative creations, these restaurants are not...
A Mouth-Watering First Look at Pour Vida Newport Beach
The anticipated opening of Pour Vida Newport Beach has finally arrived after gaining much success from its flagship location in Anaheim. Their new location offers a sophisticated menu in a casual laid back atmosphere. They are located right off Jamboree and Birch in a...
I Gained 5lbs to Bring You The Best Donuts in Orange County & Los Angeles
Today is National Donut Day and to celebrate I packed on the pounds to bring you the best donuts in Orange County and Los Angeles. I scoured through the Instagram feeds and even asked around on the Yelp threads. The majority agreed that while an outrageously decorated...
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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.
The Goldfinch in Irvine Brings Its Golden Cuisine to the Eighteen Main Complex
The Goldfinch in Irvine is the most recent restaurant to land in the trendy up-and-coming Eighteen Main Complex. After much success with The 908 restaurant in Long Beach, owners Ciaran Gough, Juan Carlos Guerra and Todd Miller...
Discover the Authentic Italian Charm of IL Farro in Newport Beach
If you're searching for a true Italian restaurant in Orange County, IL Farro in Newport Beach should be at the top of your list. Known for its authentic Italian cuisine, IL Farro in Newport Beach offers a culinary journey that...
A Delicious Look: Muldoon’s Irish Pub & Their Craveable UK Comfort Food
When there's a chill in the air and rain in the forecast, I immediately crave the comfort food at Muldoon's Irish Pub in Newport Beach. Since they first opened their doors in 1974, Muldoon's has been the best spot for...
First Look: Bloom in San Juan Capistrano Will Blow You Away
Bloom in San Juan Capistrano is the latest addition to Russell Bendels' growing list of exceptional restaurants. Head chef Jarred Cook has created an entirely new menu full of southern inspiration, decadent sauces, and...
Discover one of the Best Restaurants in Old Towne Orange
One of the best restaurants in Old Towne Orange is easily Citrus City Grille. This town is incredibly charming with its eclectic shops and its restaurant scene is rapidly growing. Old Towne Orange is often an overlooked location...
This Amazing Orange County Omakase is a 13 Course Feast for the Eyes
If you're searching for an amazing Orange County Omakase experience there are plenty to choose from. Omakase experiences have grown in popularity over the last several years, but there is still one I always return to when I want...
Gema Brings a Unique Twist to Elevated Mexican Food in Orange County
Elevated Mexican food in Orange County has truly emerged and Gema in San Clemente is the latest restaurant to be added to the growing list. However, the cuisine you'll find at Gema is truly unique, utilizing not so ordinary...
Explore the Best Peruvian Food in Orange County at Costa Contemporary Kitchen
We've finally found the best Peruvian food in Orange County and it is at Costa Contemporary Kitchen in Costa Mesa. If you've never had Peruvian cuisine, here is a delicious exploration of the amazing dishes you've been missing....