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A photo of North Italia – Irvine restaurant
4.5
Awesome(5375)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irvine
Booked 134 times today
At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.
A photo of Habana- Irvine Spectrum restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4637)
Price: Expensive
• Cuban • Irvine
Booked 142 times today
Originally opened in 1995, Habana has become an Orange County staple, offering the coastal community a Cuban-Inspired experience through its authentic cuisine and cocktail program. Spanning 20 years as a favorite culinary destination, Habana lends itself perfectly for date night, celebrations and simple moments that have created memories for many.
A photo of The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- Tustin restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2621)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Tustin
Booked 19 times today
The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar is the newest addition to The District in Tustin. The interior promises a hip, lively & sophisticated atmosphere, with dark woods, leather and velvet bar stools. The state-of-the-art 7,500 bottle cellar IS one of the largest in Orange County. The Winery Restaurant & Bar is open daily for lunch & dinner & features a wine tasting bar with a full bar menu and cigar patio.
A photo of CUCINA enoteca - Irvine restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2716)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irvine
Booked 70 times today
CUCINA enoteca is centrally located in the Irvine Spectrum! Owner Tracy Borkum's flair for combining great ambience, award-winning cuisine and unparalleled service are once again starring components in this latest Urban Kitchen Group creation. Executive Chef Tim Kolanko and Chef de Cuisine Cesar Sarmiento bring their artistry to the table as guests enjoy an open kitchen. The menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Along with a diverse selection of wines by the glass, guests may visit the restaurant's retail area to select from over 200 bottles for dinner (corkage fee of $10 applies) or purchase wine to go. The energetic space features contemporary elements and vintage artifacts creating the feel of a modern Italian kitchen combined with the comfort of an old rustic farmhouse.
A photo of Benny & Mary's restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(360)
Price: Expensive
• Fusion / Eclectic • Irvine
Booked 37 times today
Please join our restaurant, the home of Benny and Mary, world travelers with diverse menu items, and acquired decor. Featuring eccentric cuisine and craft cocktails, (including a wide selection of spirits and wine) served in our various spaces from our full-service bar and cocktail area to our picturesque Library featuring our bookcase and high ceiling chandeliers. We are hosting a party every lunch and dinner, and you're invited!
A photo of Bosscat Kitchen & Libations restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(698)
Price: Expensive
• American • Irvine
Booked 65 times today
Bosscat Kitchen & Libations perfectly meshes upscale and casual dining with an expansive whiskey selection and unique offering of American comfort food. It offers high energy, open spaced concepts to promote a lively dining experience. With the rustic industrial aesthetic, brick metal and barrels are prevalent in the space. One of its most coveted attractions is the famous whiskey room, that houses hundreds of whiskies from several countries. From high end whiskies like Pappy Van Winkle, to a shot of Jameson with a Coors Light, there is something here for everyone's taste; and Bosscat prides itself on being this type of environment. Each season new flavors and recipes are brought into the kitchen. The culture and staff are encouraged to foster the fun and unique dining experience they so strongly emulate. Bosscat is open all week for lunch and dinner. Happy hour is available on weekdays, and a fun, boozy brunch menu is available on Saturdays and Sundays.
A photo of The Goldfinch restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(194)
Price: Expensive
• American • Irvine
Booked 35 times today
California Cuisine and an extensive Beverage and Craft Cocktail program while focusing on only the best and freshest quality ingredients.
A photo of Puesto Park Place restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1087)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Irvine
Booked 30 times today
Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include the Michelin Guide, Los Angeles Times, National Geographic, Huffington Post, Eater, Refinery 29, Insider, Zagat, Thrillist, and Food and Wine.
A photo of Benihana - Newport Beach, CA restaurant
4.2
Awesome(4922)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Newport Beach
Booked 80 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
A photo of Paul Martin's American Grill - Irvine restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3244)
Price: Moderate
• American • Irvine
Booked 42 times today
Order a glass of your favorite sauvignon blanc and share a plate of Town Dock calamari with friends or family at Paul Martin’s American Grill in the Irvine Spectrum Center. Or savor an indulgent hand-cut blackened ribeye masterfully prepared over the live fire of our mesquite grill. Paul Martin’s serves classic American cuisine elevated to a higher standard in our polished yet welcoming dining room that invites business luncheons, date nights, and camaraderie in equal measure.

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  • Roger
    Los Angeles •23 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Every time we come to this restaurant, we are never disappointed. The food and service are always excellent. We try to work our way through the menu but it is too hard because we always love what we had the previous visit. Already planning a return trip.
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    North Italia – IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
    4.5
  • Terivip
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •77 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Food, service and atmosphere were all great! I love the special touch of receiving a glass of bubbly as you walk through the door!
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    Habana- Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Irvine
    4.5
  • Paul
    Los Angeles •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Benny and Mary’s is a great place to have drinks and dine. The bartenders are very knowledgeable and mix great drinks. The ambiance is great with high ceilings, lighting just right and music present but not too loud. The food was great. I had the filet steak which was cooked perfectly. It has become one of my favorites.
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    Benny & Mary'sPrice: Expensive• Fusion / Eclectic• Irvine
    4.6
  • Sandravip
    Orange County •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    I went yo an early dinner with 5 friends. The food, service, and experience were all great. Shout out to the manager for being so welcoming and taking the time to thank us for coming in.
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    CUCINA enoteca - IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
    4.6
  • Richard
    California Central Coast •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 14, 2024
    We arrived at 7 PM for our reservation. We were greeted by 2 staff members and went immediately to our table. The wait staff were very attentive and answered our questions to our satisfaction. We ordered a cheese board and the suggested wine by our server. The cheese board had a good variety of items and was well presented and very tasty. Our rib eye and filet mignon were cooked to perfection and had a great flavor. We also ordered a different wine per our servers suggestion. Overall it was an excellent first impression and service.
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    The Winery Restaurant & Wine Bar- TustinPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Tustin
    4.5
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