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Name |
Price |
Neighborhood |
Cuisine |
Res. |
Meals |
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230 Forest
230 Forest Ave · Laguna Beach · 949-494-2545
Suave and sophisticated, this California-style seafood restaurant attracts Orange County's elite, all clamoring to be part of the scene, whether in th ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
LAGUNA BEACH |
American
Californian |
Y |
D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Ambrosia
801 N Main St · OC Pavilion · Santa Ana · 714-550-0880
Enveloping, semi-circular booths, stands of leafy palms, and a grand piano with pride of place create a backdrop for special occasion dining at this e ... (more) ... |
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SANTA ANA |
Continental
European
French |
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D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Anaheim White House
887 S Anaheim Blvd · Anaheim · 714-772-1381
Former presidents, celebrities, and princesses have all dined here, enjoying owner Bruno Serato's Northern Italian cuisine. A signature dish, Gucci Ch ... (more) ... |
$$$$31 - $50 |
ANAHEIM |
European
Italian |
Y |
Br
D
LBr: Brunch
D: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Angelo's & Vinci's Ristorante
550 N Harbor Blvd · Fullerton · 714-879-4022
Mamma mia! Had P.T. Barnum been Italian, this is the type of restaurant he would have created. From the Piazza Fantasia with Christmas lights to the f ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
FULLERTON |
European
Italian |
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Br
D
LBr: Brunch
D: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Anita's
600 S Harbor Blvd · Fullerton · 714-525-0977
For New Mexico-style cooking, Anita's is the place to go. Sopaipillas, chili Colorado, and chili verde are just a few of the delicious Southwestern di ... (more) ... |
$$1 - $15 |
FULLERTON |
American
Latin American
Mexican
Southwestern |
Y |
B
D
LB: Breakfast
D: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Antonello Ristorante
3800 Plaza Dr · South Coast Plaza Village · Santa Ana · 714-751-7153
While upscale South Coast Plaza Village boasts several superb restaurants, a few separate themselves from the pack. This establishment is one such pla ... (more) ... |
$$$$31 - $50 |
SANTA ANA |
European
Italian |
Y |
D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Ashoka the Great
18614 S Pioneer Blvd · Artesia · 562-809-4229
Diners from all over LA flock to Ashoka for tandoori dishes, naan, and fish kebabs. In the Little India neighborhood of Artesia, this restaurant is th ... (more) ... |
$$1 - $15 |
ARTESIA |
Indian |
|
D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Basilic
217 Marine Ave · Newport Beach · 949-673-0570
Charming Basilic has a definite European ambience, from its window boxes to its cafe tables and gilt-framed artwork. The details come as no surprise, ... (more) ... |
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NEWPORT BEACH |
European
French
Swiss |
Y |
DD: Dinner
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Bayside
900 Bayside Dr · Newport Beach · 949-721-1222
One of Newport's more exclusive restaurants, chic Bayside has garnered quite a reputation for itself, thanks to deftly-prepared seafood and an atmosph ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
NEWPORT BEACH |
American
New American |
Y |
Br
D
LBr: Brunch
D: Dinner
L: Lunch
|
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Bistango
19100 Von Karman Ave · Irvine · 949-752-5222
Sleek and stylish, this establishment is ideal for a romantic night on the town, and live contemporary music adds to the appeal. Within the restaurant ... (more) ... |
$$$$31 - $50 |
IRVINE |
American
Continental
New American |
Y |
D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
|
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Black Sheep Bistro
303 El Camino Real · Tustin · 714-544-6060
For a gourmet brush with Mediterranean cuisine, locals recommend Black Sheep, where the distinct flavors of Provençe and Catalonia merge. House specia ... (more) ... |
$$$$31 - $50 |
TUSTIN |
European
French
Italian
Mediterranean
Spanish |
Y |
DD: Dinner
|
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Blue Agave
18601 Yorba Linda Blvd · Yorba Linda · 714-970-5095
One of Orange County's better-kept secrets, this casual taco stand has an atmosphere that's 100% hacienda and a menu featuring a flavorful array of sp ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
YORBA LINDA |
American
Latin American
Mexican
Southwestern |
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D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
|
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Bluefin
7952 E PCH · Crystal Cove Promenade · Newport Beach · 949-715-7373
Sleek, elegant Bluefin is a minimalist's dream, composed of straight lines, intersecting planes, and the contrast of dark and light. The interior is a ... (more) ... |
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NEWPORT BEACH |
Asian
Japanese |
Y |
D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
|
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Cafe El Cholo
840 E Whittier Blvd · La Habra · 562-691-4618
Ask a local where to find the best Mexican eats in town, and you'll likely hear this gem named at the top of the list. The restaurant's festive atmosp ... (more) ... |
$$1 - $15 |
LA HABRA |
Latin American
Mexican |
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D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Cafe Zoolu
860 Glenneyre St · Laguna Beach · 949-494-6825
Perhaps one of the OC's best (and most under-publicized) Californian options, Cafe Zoolu is a true product of its surroundings. Eclectic, funky decor ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
LAGUNA BEACH |
American
Californian |
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DD: Dinner
|
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Canyon Steakhouse
4905 Yorba Ranch Rd · Yorba Linda · 714-779-1251
Dark woods, sweeps of vibrant red on walls and tablecloths, and gilt accents create a comfortable but upscale setting for visitors to this laidback st ... (more) ... |
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YORBA LINDA |
American |
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Br
D
LBr: Brunch
D: Dinner
L: Lunch
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Cat & the Custard Cup
800 E Whittier Blvd · La Habra · 562-694-3812
While dining options in scenic La Habra are few and far between, this Dickensian cottage has garnered quite a reputation. Cozy and traditional, the ho ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
LA HABRA |
American
Californian
New American |
Y |
DD: Dinner
|
|
Catal Restaurant & Uva Bar
1580 S Disneyland Dr · Anaheim · 714-774-4442
Devoted to Mediterranean fare, this Downtown Disney® District charmer features a temple-like facade, and its outdoor pavilion makes it a favorite with ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
DOWNTOWN DISNEY® DISTRICT |
European
Mediterranean |
Y |
D
LD: Dinner
L: Lunch
|
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Chakra Cuisine
4143 Campus Dr · University Center · Irvine · 949-854-0009
A calming space detailed with draped fabrics, subtle colors, and traditional artwork sets the scene for an updated taste of the subcontinent. The cuis ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
IRVINE |
Indian |
Y |
Br
D
LBr: Brunch
D: Dinner
L: Lunch
|
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Claes Restaurant
425 S Coast Hwy · Hotel Laguna · Laguna Beach · 949-376-9283
For seafood with an Asian flair, locals head to this charmer, which sits right on the beach and serves deliciously sinful portions of Manila clams wit ... (more) ... |
$$$$31 - $50 |
LAGUNA BEACH |
American
New American |
Y |
B
Br
D
LB: Breakfast
Br: Brunch
D: Dinner
L: Lunch
|
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Dizz's As Is
2794 S Pacific Coast Hwy · Laguna Beach · 949-494-5250
This unique joint hearkens back to the days of the Roaring '20s, when big bands, fast times, and even faster living were status quo. Step past the woo ... (more) ... |
$$$16 - $30 |
LAGUNA BEACH |
Continental
International |
|
DD: Dinner
|
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Dolcissimo
560 W 19th St · #C · Costa Mesa · 949-548-4700
Gourmet cupcakes have achieved new cachet these days, and the premium morsels are a great way to indulge without feeling like you've blown your entire ... (more) ... |
$$1 - $15 |
COSTA MESA |
American |
|
LL: Lunch
|
|
First Cabin
1221 West Coast Hwy · The Balboa Bay Club & Resort · Newport Beach · 949-645-5000
Dine throughout the day at this classy restaurant, which showcases amazing views of the bay and boasts a terrific heated patio that lets patrons exper ... (more) ... |
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NEWPORT BEACH |
American
Continental |
Y |
B
D
LB: Breakfast
D: Dinner
L: Lunch
|
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Five Crowns
3801 E Coast Hwy · Corona Del Mar · 949-760-0331
Designed to emulate an age-old English country inn, this cozy enterprise whisks diners away from the bright, open spaces of California and tucks them ... (more) ... |
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CORONA DEL MAR |
American
British
European |
Y |
Br
DBr: Brunch
D: Dinner
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Five Feet Restaurant
328 Glenneyre St · Laguna Beach · 949-497-4955
Weathered brick walls and an industrial-themed, art-prominent decor provide an interesting counterpoint to the Eastern cuisine at this iconoclastic re ... (more) ... |
$$$$$50+ |
LAGUNA BEACH |
Asian
Chinese |
Y |
DD: Dinner
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