Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Irvine

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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Aliso Viejo / Laguna NiguelCorona del MarCosta MesaIrvineLaguna BeachLaguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

75 restaurants available nearby

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1. North Italia – Irvine

4.5

Awesome(5482)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 186 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.

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2. Habana- Irvine Spectrum

4.5

Awesome(4767)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Irvine

Booked 86 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.

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3. Del Frisco's Grille - Irvine

4.5

Awesome(2290)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Irvine

Del Frisco's Grille is a modern and stylish spin on the classic bar and grill, drawing inspiration from bold flavors and market-fresh ingredients. Our menu is a tempting mix of prime steaks, fresh seafood and twists on American comfort cuisine.

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4. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine

4.6

Exceptional(2755)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 57 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.

5. Bistango

4.6

Exceptional(3228)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Irvine

Booked 27 times today

Bistango offers artful New American cuisine in the award-winning Atrium Building in Irvine, California. Bistango hosts an extensive bar and a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list with over 400 varieties of wine. The ambiance is further enriched each season by revolving modern art exhibits which are available for purchase. Bistango offers a full-service patio with comfortable furniture and heat lamps to provide al fresco dining at its finest. Our nightly live entertainment and dance floor will complete your experience as you listen to everything from Latin Jazz to R&B to classics to contemporary cover tunes.

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6. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

4.6

Exceptional(746)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Irvine

Booked 37 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.

7. Puesto Los Olivos

4.6

Exceptional(1798)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Irvine

Booked 51 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. In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in our hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, Baja craft beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Refinery 29, MSN, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, and LA Times.

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8. Il Fornaio - Irvine

4.6

Exceptional(4045)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Irvine

Booked 42 times today

Step inside Il Fornaio and take an award-winning culinary journey through Italy. Specialties include housemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, grilled fish, authentic risotto, and rotisserie meats. Using the freshest ingredients and traditional cooking techniques, Il Fornaio offers a wide variety of premium-quality Italian food paired with great cocktails and a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine list.

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9. SOL Mexican Cocina - Irvine

4.3

Awesome(738)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Irvine

Booked 28 times today

SOL Irvine offers the perfect setting for any occasion, from company luncheons to intimate dinner date nights. Savor our handcrafted margaritas, like the bold Pineapple Serrano Margarita, and indulge in flavorful dishes such as the Vampiro Taco, all inspired by fresh coastal cooking. With open bars, cozy fire pits, and an impressive tequila and mezcal collection, our warm and inviting atmosphere creates an unforgettable experience. Be sure to join us for Weekday Happy Hour, Taco & Tequila Tuesday, and our Weekend Brunch!

10. Prego Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1447)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Tustin

Booked 12 times today

Prego's ambiance blends the warmth & rustic charm of old-world Italy with the electricity and vibrancy of a cosmopolitan restaurant. A lively exhibition kitchen with corner Raw Bar allows diners to view the artful chefs creating delicious dishes. Our restaurant seats up to 300 guests, with small scale options too, perfect for private events & catering services.Prego offers daily lunch & dinner, and weekly food & drink deals such as Small Bites Tuesdays, Hospitality Night on Wednesdays, Tequila Thursdayas, and a Raw Bar on Friday & Saturday nights.The menu emphasizes regional Italian cuisine, featuring authentic pizza, freshly made pastas, grilled fresh fish, spit-roasted meats, fowl, cocktails, and an extensive list of wines from Italy and California. Our homemade desserts & pastries make a perfect ending to an unforgettable dining experience.Prego has received fine-dining awards from the Restaurant Writers Association, the Wine and Food Society of Southern California, and more.

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From verified diners like you

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TimothyVIP
Orange County •39 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My grandson and I had a great dinner on Saturday night. We had a reservation for 6:30 pm and we were seated after a short wait. Boy, did it get busy after that! It seems like Saturday night had a number of couples celebrating Valentine’s Day a day late. Great food, great service (in a very busy restaurant), a good live band and good vibes all night long.
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BistangoPrice: Expensive• American• Irvine
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4.6
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Michele
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Good food and great service. One of our dishes never made it out of the kitchen so we just cancelled it and they gave us free tiramisu.
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CUCINA enoteca - IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
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4.6
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Mark
Orange County •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great time with a good friend. Service was excellent. Food was hit and came out timely.
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North Italia – IrvinePrice: Moderate• Italian• Irvine
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4.5
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Dana
1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My husband and I have been coming here for 4 years and each time we’ve come it has ALWAYS been romantic whether it was during the spring, summer, fall, or winter. The ambiance is amazing and the phenomenal servers will go out of their way to make it a romantic night for any couple coming in. The food and drinks are fantastic and worth the price in my opinion. My husband loves their exclusive & unique rum choices! Our valentines day experience will be an experience we’ll never forget, it was beautiful!
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Habana- Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Irvine
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4.5
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Rishi
Los Angeles •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 17, 2025
Had an amazing time. Amazing food and service. Huge kudos to the executive Chef JC!!
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Del Frisco's Grille - IrvinePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Irvine
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4.5

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