Restaurant Reviews
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A Vibrant Seasonal Look at Five Crowns New Menu
Five Crowns new menu is a delicious and vibrant addition to their classic favorites. This year fall menus are arriving later in the season to correlate with the availability of fresh market ingredients. Executive Chef Alejandra Padilla always develops beautiful new...
Knife Pleat’s Afternoon Tea Will Have You Feeling Like Royalty
Knife Pleat's Afternoon Tea is an exquisite display of this time-honored English tradition If you're looking for a weekend brunch Knife Pleat's Afternoon Tea is an exquisite display of this time-honored English tradition. I'm already predicting Knife Pleat to be...
For the First Time, The Guild Club in Costa Mesa Opens Its Doors To The Public!
Husband-and-wife team, Chef Noah and Marín von Blöm invite guests to experience their recently, opened to the public, The Guild Club in Costa Mesa on October 4th. Originally opened in 2017 as a reservations-only club, The Guild Club has its own private entrance,...
Hendrix in Laguna Niguel Introduces A New Lighter Farm-Fresh Menu
This new menu is the perfect comingling of both Chef Allan Aguinaga and Chef Rainer Schwarz Hendrix in Laguna Niguel is known for their incredible carnivore platters but this season they will be introducing a brand new lighter menu that is focused on farm fresh...
Terrace by Mix Mix Kitchen is a Hidden Gem in South Coast Plaza
Chef Ross Pangilinan of Terrace by Mix Mix Kitchen in South Coast Plaza is a rising star of the Orange County restaurant scene. The Orange County restaurant scene has exploded recently and one rising star has been Chef Ross Pangilinan of Terrace by Mix Mix...
First Glance: Helmsman Ale House Brings Their Handcrafted Brews & California Cuisine to Newport Beach
Opening in August, Helmsman Ale House is going to be the new restaurant to visit in Newport Beach, California. With seafood driven dishes and mouth-watering beers handcrafted on location, this new spot is sure to become a favorite! Restaurateurs and owners, Mario...
Seafood Lover’s Rejoice For the New Summer TAPS Restaurant Menu
This summer TAPS Restaurant menu is taking seafood to a whole new level This summer TAPS Restaurant menu is taking seafood to a whole new level by introducing amazing new additions to their menu. Guests will enjoy a wide selection of chilled favorites like crab...
Memphis Cafe in Costa Mesa Brings Southern Charm to Their New Summer Menu
The sun is finally out, temperatures are rising, and so is my appetite. Lucky all the best restaurants in Orange County are unveiling their new summer menus. To begin we joined Chef Diego Velasco and his culinary team at Memphis Cafe in Costa Mesa. Diners can expect...
Andrei’s Irvine Celebrates Their 10yr Anniversary With a Limited $10 Menu
Andrei's Irvine Restaurant has been an Orange County favorite since opening in 2009. Located in Irvine's business district off Main Street, they are best known for their fresh local and organically grown produce, as well as naturally raised meats and sustainable...
Eat & Drink Your Way Through These 5 Delicious Buena Park Restaurants
Buena Park restaurants are steadily becoming more and more impressive. While this town is best known as the home of Knotts Berry Farm, it is quickly expanding into a location with both great food and entertainment. During a recent trip with Visit Buena Park, we...
First Glance: Fable & Spirit in Newport Beach Impresses with Sophisticated Irish Cuisine
Fable & Spirit in Newport Beach is the latest restaurant located at the Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach. Diners can expect a refined take on sophisticated Irish cuisine. Husband and wife restauranteurs, Darren and Jean Coyle, opened Fable & Spirit...
From the Cuban Black Market to The American Dream, the Inspiring Success of Porto’s Bakery
If you live in Southern California there is not a chance you haven't heard of Porto's Bakery. Maybe you've seen the lines wrapped around the building all hours of the day or you've been one of those patrons waiting for your chance to take home a box of their amazing...
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The New Billy’s at the Beach Happy Hour Gives Us Delicious Hawaiian Vibes
The new Billy's at the Beach happy hour just launched and immediately transported me back to my days living in Hawaii. Everything from the food to the decor and fabulous ocean views will make you feel like you're on a tropical...
The Sapphire Laguna Beach Brunch is My New Favorite Weekend Indulgence
The Sapphire Laguna Beach brunch has just become my new favorite weekend indulgence. Their brunch menu is more fantastic than I could have even imagined. This should be of no surprise however since Russ Bendel took over in 2020....
Lighthouse Cafe Brunch Impresses With Delicious Cuisine and Scenic Views
The Lighthouse Cafe brunch is the perfect place to entertain out-of-town friends and family. What more could you ask for than enjoying delicious cuisine, inside of a lighthouse, while gazing out at the beautiful Newport Beach...
Enjoy Brunch With a View At Beachcomber Cafe in Newport Beach
If you're looking to spend your weekends enjoying fabulous ocean views while enjoying an amazing brunch then you're in luck. Beachcomber Cafe has become the most iconic restaurant in Newport Beach to enjoy a delicious meal...
Fig and Olives Menu Gets a New Delicious Update
I'm beyond excited that Fig and Olives Menu has been updated with all new delicious offerings. During covid, Fig and Olive featured a reduced menu and many of our favorite selections were no longer available. My taste buds are...
Descanso in Costa Mesa Introduces New Mouth-Watering Menu
Descanso in Costa Mesa just introduced a handful of new mouth-watering menu items to coincide with their 3 year anniversary. Chef Fonzy DeZuniga has created a variety of new flavorful and inspiring dishes included new...
Panxa Cocina is Hands Down The Best Restaurant Long Beach Has to Offer!
If you’re seeking mouth-watering cuisine that will have you coming back for more, the best restaurant Long Beach has to offer is the irresistible Panxa Cocina. Their southwestern Latin flavors are the perfect blend of creative,...
Pitfire Pizza in Costa Mesa Introduces New Summer Menu with Irresistible Dishes
Pitfire Pizza in Costa Mesa is a modern industrial restaurant, but what makes this place especially unique is their attached speakeasy called Pie Society. During our time here, I wanted to check out Pitfire’s new summer menu and...