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O SEA | seafood for thought
Price: Moderate•Seafood•4.9(839)O SEA — a seafood restaurant of time and place in the historic Plaza district of Old Towne Orange, recently recognized by the Los Angeles Times as the Best Seafood Restaurant in Orange County and by Wine Spectator Magazine with an Award of Excellence. Something fun, something different, something fresh — O SEA is where seafood is headed. Think salmon ceviche in coconut leche de tigre, tuna poke in gochujang dressing, crispy oaxacan hot shrimp, west coast oysters on the half with thai red curry and tajin’d lime.
Responsibly-procured, best-in-class products, served consistently and at a value, with deeply craveable and seasonal flavors — welcome to O SEA.
We can’t wait to serve you.Manpuku Japanese BBQ Dining Costa Mesa
Price: Very Expensive•Yakiniku•4.9(187)Authentic Japanese Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ) restaurant.
Manpuku Community!
We are now open for inside dinning ONLY.
Please call at 714-708-3290 if you have any questions. Thank you!
-Restaurant Policy-
We hold reservations for 10 minutes. If your party has not arrived or called via phone within 10 minutes after your reservation time, the restaurant reserves the right to mark your reservation as a no-show or cancellation. Time limit of 1hour 45 min dinning must be required for all party. Please check in before your reservation time.
Da Bianca Trattoria
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(1,896)For over 35 years, Da Bianca Trattoria has earned a reputation as a beloved local restaurant serving authentic Italian cuisine. Founded by Bianca Cangelosi Bavand, Da Bianca was a dream come true for the Sicilian native. Her inspiration and the secret to the restaurant's continued success is serving simple food using only the freshest ingredients-- just like the food she served her family. Daughter Marjan Bavand Dunn continues the family legacy of welcoming our neighbors, as they celebrate milestones, meet friends and share family dinners.Eat Chow - Costa Mesa
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(30)Eat Chow is your go-to destination for all things comfort. Come stop by at one of our locations for a phenomenal dining experience with your loved ones. On the weekends you can find us slinging brunch and pouring you Mimosas to help ward of those Sunday Scaries. On weekday days and nights expect to sit among locals who have made us a neighborhood favorite!
Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Daily.
Established in 2008.
We started in December of 2008 in a little spot in Costa Mesa.. We are locally owned and operated and have become a local's favorite! We have a second location in Newport Beach (2012) off a PCH in the Newport Shores neighborhood.
Chapter One: the modern local
Price: Moderate•Gastro Pub•4.6(586)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.Latte Da Ristorante
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(214)Homemade Pastas Imported Italian Delicatessens Fresh fish & meats daily Beautiful Ambiance
Summit House - Fullerton
Price: Very Expensive•Prime Rib•4.8(7,519)Today high above the hustle and bustle of North Orange County, like a crown on the hilltop, you will find built in the tradition of an English country manor the stately Summit House Restaurant.
The Summit House, renowned for its magnificent panoramic views and old-world charm, is famous for the amazing flavors and incredible food presentations created by Executive Chef Timothy Plumb’s culinary team. Highlights include our world-famous Stockyards of Chicago Roast Prime Ribs of Beef, “melt-in-your-mouth” oak wood grilled USDA prime steaks, our thirty-year favorite sautéed John Dory, locally grown vegetables hand-picked from neighboring Back Sheep Farms, and of course our famous creamed corn au gratin.
Whether it be an intimate get together for two or two hundred of your closest friends, come to the “Top of the Hill”, the Summit House Restaurant, "Your Special Occasion Place".LSXO
Price: Moderate•Southeast Asian•4.8(1,450)Behind an unmarked door adjacent to the wine room, guests are transported to District 1 (China Town) in Saigon via Blackhouse’s 28-seat restaurant-within-a-restaurant, LSXO. A spinoff of the Little Sister brand (El Segundo, Redondo Beach & Downtown Los Angeles), LSXO is love letter to the culture, heritage, and lineage of Vietnam. While Little Sister is known for its French Vietnamese menu, LSXO follows the same Southeast Asian inspiration with a more refined feel.
Brunos Italian Kitchen
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(2,493)Inspired by a simpler time when meals brought friends and families together….
The menu is comprised of Italian dishes like homemade pastas, fish and steak dishes. Standouts include the Pappardelle Bruno made with braised shorts ribs, wild mushrooms and homemade pappardelle; Branzino which is a Mediterranean sea bass served with roasted potatoes, fresh spinach, lemon and capers; and the Grilled Flatiron Steak served with creamy polenta and roasted cipollini onions.
Broad selection of Italian wines that share the same price point to make the selection process simple and encourage guests to be adventurous.
Brunos also features a menu of carefully crafted cocktails featuring Italian spirits, liqueurs and fresh seasonal ingredients.
Visit our website for more details on great offers like Italian Classics Tuesday, Wine Wednesday, Thursday Special, and Lasagna Sunday.
Brunos Italian Kitchen automatically adds a 20% gratuity fee for parties of 6 and over.SandBar Huntington Beach
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(128)Sandbar Cocina y Tequila offers a variety of revamped Mexican food classics, vibrant cocktails, and an extensive range of international tequilas and mezcals.
Our food menu celebrates Mexico’s diverse ingredients through contemporary interpretations of classic dishes, as well as some nostalgic recipes.
The bar program features handcrafted margaritas and creative cocktails, an extensive tequila & mezcal list, including a selection of rare and classic international tequilas and many Mexican, craft and domestic beer selections.
Sandbar’s design incorporates custom materials, lighting, furniture and décor which will transport you to the beautiful coasts of Mexico. With our prime locations just blocks from the Pacific, Sandbar’s Mexican coastal design blends with laid SoCal beach vibes and modern Mexican cool.
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- OTOpenTable DinerLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoThis is our second time experiencing the exceptional service that Flemings has provided us with. Today was my husbands and I 30th wedding anniversary and could not have celebrated it at any better place. The atmosphere was just as inviting as we remembered, and the food was absolutely delicious (especially the Tomahawk steak). Our waiter, Phillip, went above and beyond to make our visit special. He was attentive, friendly, and really knew the menu well, helping us choose the perfect dishes. Every course was fantastic, and we felt truly pampered throughout the meal. We can’t wait to return for another wonderful evening! Highly Recommend!More infoFleming's Steakhouse - AnaheimPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Anaheim•4.7
- RRaymondSan Diego •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoFood was absolutely delicious . I had the ceviche verde and tacos de carnitas. Amazing authentic Mexican food with a twist . Margarita Puesto was good , strong and lemony . Would definitely go here again !!!!More infoPuesto AnaheimPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Anaheim•4.6
- SStephanyLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoExquisite service and delectable food.More infoRuth's Chris Steak House - AnaheimPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Anaheim•4.7
- KKattieLos Angeles •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoAmazing food, wonderful service, gorgeous atmosphere! Even my picky children loved it!More infoMorton's The Steakhouse - AnaheimPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Anaheim•4.6
- AAlfredoVIPOrange County •8 reviews4.0Dined on 15 Feb 2025Great food & nice servers. It was worth the wait. We'll be back againMore infoRed Lobster - Garden GrovePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Garden Grove / Westminster•4.4
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North Orange County, California, near Disneyland and Knott's Berry Farm, offers an eclectic mix of interesting dining options. You'll enjoy legendary restaurants in revitalized historic buildings, which serve 24- to 32-ounce porterhouse steaks for two. Your waiter will help you choose from an impressive collection of international wines by the glass or by the bottle. With penthouse dining with breathtaking views of the ocean from Malibu to Laguna Beach, the Los Angeles basin, and the surrounding mountain ranges, you'll be able to choose from signature seafood, chicken, or steak dishes with elegantly prepared heart of palm, eggplant, or asparagus. Contemporary North Orange County cuisine is spirited, colorful, and lively. Casual dining with friends or co-workers in a neighborhood café can be a culinary adventure focused on the California farmers' market.
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Dog friendly restaurants in North Orange County include Plums Cafe, Hook & Anchor and Citrus City Grille- Orange
Child friendly restaurants in North Orange County include Claim Jumper - Costa Mesa, Benihana - Anaheim, CA and Mrs. Knott's Chicken Dinner