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A photo of Chapter One: the modern local restaurant
1. Chapter One: the modern local
4.7
Exceptional(580)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • Santa Ana
Booked 4 times today
Our eclectic food and spirits fuse the exotic with the traditional, always created with our own playful twist. Our kitchen, led by executive chef Tony Castaneda, features local, sustainable, seasonal and all-natural ingredients. The atmosphere blends the pleasures of elegant dining with the relaxed conviviality of a local pub. Our cocktail list, highlighted by our award-winning fresh ginger Moscow Mules, also features over 200 whiskeys from around the world.
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2. Perla Mexican Cuisine
3.9
Excellent(228)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Santa Ana
Booked 1 time today
Located in the energetic, historic street of the Downtown Santa Ana on the corner of W Fourth St & N Birch St, Perla is a new authentic, family owned restaurant. Perla is truly an authentic representation of the culinary diversity of Mexico. The main focus is to introduce the traditional Mexican flavors enhanced with a personal touch of long family recipes and traditions.
A photo of Mastro's Steakhouse - Costa Mesa restaurant
3. Mastro's Steakhouse - Costa Mesa
4.7
Exceptional(8203)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Costa Mesa
Booked 140 times today
Mastro's collection of sophisticated, classic Steakhouses and Ocean Club seafood locations are recognized for their combination of world-class service, highly acclaimed cuisine, and live entertainment in an elegant yet energetic atmosphere. A truly unparalleled dining experience.
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4. Bosscat Orange
4.7
Exceptional(571)
Price: Expensive
• American • Orange
Booked 30 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 best 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 & Coors Light, there is something here for everyone's taste; and Bosscat prides itself on being this type of environment. New flavors and recipes are often brought into the kitchen. All cooks on staff are encouraged to brainstorm and eat with the executive chef, Peter Petro. This collaborative process is the foundation of their culinary art. Encouraging and fostering new ideas with seasonal produce, meats and spices fosters the fun and unique dining experience they so strongly emulate.
A photo of Bosscat Kitchen & Libations restaurant
5. Bosscat Kitchen & Libations
4.7
Exceptional(711)
Price: Expensive
• American • Irvine
Booked 31 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 Zov's Bistro Tustin restaurant
6. Zov's Bistro Tustin
4.7
Exceptional(1835)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Tustin
Booked 23 times today
Rated as one of the top restaurants in Orange County by Zagat, Southern California Restaurant Writers and Orange County Business Journal. This chef driven concept is the original restaurant by esteemed cookbook author, Chef Zov Karamardian. Zov's Bistro, Bakery & Cafe has a commitment to providing guests with the finest dining experience. Zov's Bistro serves California Mediterranean inspired cuisine in a unique ambience which mixes the sophistication of bistro elegance, with the relaxed comfort of casual California dining.
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7. Parkestry Rooftop Bar
4.2
Awesome(843)
Price: Expensive
• American • Anaheim
Booked 7 times today
Ascend to the highest rooftop bar in Anaheim and elevate your next happy hour to new heights at Parkestry Rooftop Bar. Offering light bites, creative libations, and a fun social energy, Parkestry is the perfect setting for a romantic night out, gathering of friends, or any special occasion. Located on the 11th floor of the JW Marriott Anaheim hotel, Parkestry celebrates invigorating culinary offerings with unobstructed views of the Southern California sunset and occasional fireworks from the horizon as an added bonus.
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8. Vitaly Caffe
4.6
Exceptional(70)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Costa Mesa
Booked 2 times today
Welcome to our Italian restaurant, where the essence of Italy comes to life in every dish! We pride ourselves on crafting homemade Pasta, Pinsa Pizza, Piadina Sandwiches from scratch. From a wide-array of coffees, pastry and breakfast in the morning, to the very freshest, authentic Italian food and Artisan gelato throughout the day and night. Come and relax in our courtyard and enjoy our Italian wines and beers. We can't wait to serve you from breakfast through dinner, making us your go-to destination.Please note: We accept reservations for diners only. Coffee or Gelato/Desserts are available on a walk-in basis. Join us for a delicious Italian experience!
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9. Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar
4.6
Exceptional(1090)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Orange
Booked 19 times today
Located in historic Old Towne Orange, HAVEN craft kitchen+bar has become known for its warm, comfortable setting; extensive and unique selection of beer, wine, and cocktails; and high quality, freshly prepared food, maintaining purveyors of local or organic produce, sustainable seafood, and humanely raised meat and poultry. HAVEN boasts a selection of rotating independent craft beers on tap and a specially curated list in bottle & cans. Choose from one Orange Counties largest selection of specialty bourbons, scotches, and whiskeys; and an award-winning wine list, with numerous by the glass. In addition, you can enjoy a seasonal craft cocktail, or one of our hand-selected craft spirits.
A photo of Il Fornaio - Irvine restaurant
10. Il Fornaio - Irvine
4.6
Exceptional(3999)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irvine
Booked 38 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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  • Alexis
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Really good service, kind and understanding. Food has a unique twist on known dishes.
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    Bosscat OrangePrice: Expensive• American• Orange
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    4.7
  • LouisVIP
    Los Angeles •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This was our first time dining in this establishment. I've always heard great things about Mastro's and was excited to try their steaks. Made reservation ahead of time. Our server, Sean, was fairly new, but he was friendly and described the dishes extremely well. We ordered half dozen oysters to start, followed by a chopped salad to share. For our Entrees, I went with their Porterhouse, medium rate, and wife ordered a Pan Seared Sea Bass. She thought the fish was somewhat dry, so we talked to our server, and he was happy to assist us to swap the dish to something else. We decided to get their Seared Scallops; which was more expensive, but tasted phenomenal. My steak was very well seasoned and cooked to the right temp. We also ordered their Lobster Mashed Potatoes which was a good portion to share. It was full of flavor and tasted very buttery. Overall, experience was very good, we also ordered a couple of drinks to go along with our meal. To finish our dinner, we also ordered their Espresso Mouse Cake. It was very sweet, but was a good compliment with coffee.
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    Mastro's Steakhouse - Costa MesaPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Costa Mesa
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    4.7
  • mike
    Greater Boston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Wonderful staff, good food! Great ambience. Totally enjoyed the experience.
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    Bosscat Kitchen & LibationsPrice: Expensive• American• Irvine
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    4.7
  • Chris
    Orange County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 27 Nov 2024
    The empanadas are amazing! Everything is quality and fresh! Staff is friendly service was excellent! I will definitely be back!!
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    Chapter One: the modern localPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Santa Ana
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    4.7
  • LisaVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •27 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 1 Nov 2024
    Perla was amazing. Food was so delicious. I brought a party of 20 from my company and they were so impressed. Thank you for your service and good food and drinks. The night was special!
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    Perla Mexican CuisinePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Santa Ana
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    3.9

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