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.
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...
Tableau Kitchen and Bar Debuts at South Coast Plaza Serving Brunch with a Twist
Tableau Kitchen and Bar recently opened in Costa Mesa and offers Modern-American cuisine with an Asian influence. The restaurant is located within the luxurious South Coast Plaza. Our server described Tableau as a word that comes from the old French meaning to...
Outpost Kitchen Offers Inspiring Australian Cuisine in the Heart of Orange County
Outpost Kitchen in Costa Mesa just launched a drool-worthy new dinner menu after previously offering only brunch and lunch. We could not wait to try their fantastic new menu inspired by locally sourced organic ingredients reminiscent of the owners' Gold Coast...
Solstice in Irvine Introduces Their Vibrant New Spring Menu
Solstice in Irvine is a new, seasonally driven restaurant that has just made its new home in Orange County. The creation of their menu is ingredient-driven, fresh, and vibrant. Solstice Seasonal Kitchen and Bar is the perfect restaurant to visit if you want to enjoy...
The Best Brunch in Orange County, Our Top 10 List
If you're looking for the best brunch in Orange County, our top 10 list is sure to include delicious options to satisfy every craving. Does your idea of the perfect brunch include bottomless mimosas while noshing on benedicts, fried chicken, and stacks of pancakes?...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...