La Cave Steakhouse

Name: La Cave Steakhouse
Address: 1695 Irvine Ave, Costa Mesa, CA, United States, 92627
Telephone: (949) 646-7944
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1161 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 3 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Romantic

Delicious, juicy grilled steaks, Australian Cold Water Lobster, Giant Crab Legs dipped in butter, Fresh Halibut and Swordfish await you at this hip 1960’s retro underground steakhouse. Voted a top 10 privately owned steakhouse in Southern California by Channel 9 “On The Town”!

Best martini’s in the OC according to OC Weekly and a great drink and fine wine selection are available for you! The late evening provides dancing and lounging in the famous Underground Lounge. Do not miss a 62-year piece of Newport Beach and Costa Mesa History! We specialize in small parties and groups. Walk-ins always welcome. Visit our website at www.lacaverestaurant.com

Gratuity is included on all parties of 6 or more!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, American
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 646-7944
Website
http://www.lacaverestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Roberto Orozco
Private party facilities
Please email LaCaveRestaurant@gmail.com for any private inquiries.

Location
1695 Irvine Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Area
Costa Mesa
Cross Street
East 17th St.
Parking details
Private Parking
Entertainment
La Cave features live entertainment Friday's and Saturday's from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Comedy Nights once a month on Thursday. For more information please visit our website at lacaverestaurant.com.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 1,161 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Orange County
Romantic
Orange County
Steakhouse
North Orange County
Romantic
North Orange County
Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Cave Steakhouse is a charming, retro gem, celebrated for its "perfect old school ambiance" and delightful live music. Guests rave about the "exceptional service," "delicious food," and "friendly staff." Known for its prime rib, steaks, and seafood, La Cave consistently delivers a "wonderful dining experience."

1,161 Reviews

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Shaun
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first time visiting. It was the day after Valentine’s Day, so it was especially busy. But overall, a great experience and we will definitely come back.
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Joelle
VIP
Los Angeles
45 reviews
4.0
45 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This was our first time dining at La Cave. We took my mom for her birthday. We really enjoyed it. The food, the cocktails, the service were all wonderful! We would definitely return.
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Brandon
Orange County
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food and service were great as usual. However, they have moved more tables into the back room which creates a cramped atmosphere - you are sitting shoulder to shoulder with the table next to you…way too close.
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Stan
VIP
Central Coast
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The location was great and the service was excellent. Great food
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Mark
Orange County
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
First off, by not putting prices on your entire menu, we were very reluctant to stay. It’s not like this is a 5 star Michelin restaurant. (We should have left after we found out what they charged us). Heck, Mastro’s has prices on their menu. Food: awful. Wife’s steak done beyond “well done” and they even overcooked my fish. Service: very polite server, we had to continually ask for drinks and silverware. Overall, way overpriced for the food and service is mediocre at best. Highly disappointed. We won’t return.
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John
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 8 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
1st time customers. We had a great experience. Our waitress Nayeli was fantastic and our food and drinks were spectacular! We will definitely be coming back with family and friends. It’s an old school OC vibe. Loved it!
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Albert
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been to La Cave several times and I have never been disappointed with the quality of the food and service.
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Jeff
VIP
Orange County
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always enjoy eating at La Cave. The food and service are great. The inclusion of soup or salad, potato, and the great garlic, cheese bread make it a good value. The ambience is unique. It is retro, friendly and romantic. We ate on a Wednesday, and it was quieter than on the weekend.
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Damon
Orange County
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best restaurants in Orange County, perhaps even so cal. Transport yourself to 1962 in this time capsule that reminds us what we are missing most of the time.
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Robert
Orange County
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 5 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Grrrrreat food and service! I have been here many, many times & I love it & will be back. Drunks at the bar were too loud and obnoxious. My dinner was $92 plus 20% tip. Yikes! Too expensive
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FAQs

La Cave Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 646-7944.

La Cave Steakhouse is rated 4.8 stars by 1161 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1695 Irvine Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Additional information

Cross Street
East 17th St.
Area
Costa Mesa
Hours of Operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Roberto Orozco
Entertainment
La Cave features live entertainment Friday's and Saturday's from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Comedy Nights once a month on Thursday. For more information please visit our website at lacaverestaurant.com.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lacaverestaurant.com/
Phone number
(949) 646-7944
Private party facilities
Please email LaCaveRestaurant@gmail.com for any private inquiries.

La Cave Steakhouse

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Popular dishes

Halibut

Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp Cocktail

Menu

Appetizers

New York Strip Bites

Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp Cocktail

Sauteed Mushrooms

Dinners

9 oz. Filet Mignon

Medallions of Filet

11 oz. New York Strip

16 oz. Boneless Ribeye

24 oz. Porterhouse

Prime Rib (Saturday Only)

Halibut

Swordfish

Shrimp Dinner (Six)

Alaskan King Crab Legs

Australian Lobster Tail

Teriyaki Chicken Breast

Add a 1/2 Lobster, 1/2 Crab Legs, or 1/2 Shrimp

What 1,161 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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How is La Cave Steakhouse restaurant rated?

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Make a booking

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