| 21 Oceanfront |
Across from the Newport Beach Pier, 2100 W. Oceanfront
Newport Beach, CA
949-673-2100
Specialties include live Maine lobster and Alaskan king crab. Private and semi-private dining rooms available. Open daily; the bar opens at 4 p.m, and dinner is served beginning at 5 p.m. Seafood.
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| 930 Sushi |
930 W. Coast Highway.
Newport Beach, CA
949-645-6500
The menu includes sushi, salads, teriyaki, tempura, and desserts. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays, and dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Japanese Cuisine.
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| Alvardo's Kitchen |
430 S. Anaheim Hills Road
Anaheim Hills, CA
714-279-0550
The California cuisine features steaks and fresh fish. Open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and for dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. California Cuisine.
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| Ambrosia Rrstaurant |
OC Pavilion, 801 N. Main St.
Santa Ana, CA
714-550-0811
Old World elegance, tableside flambé, live entertainment, and five private dining rooms. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and happy hour is from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Old World elegance.
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| Amelia's Seafood and Italian Restaurant |
311 Marine Ave
Balboa Island, CA
949-673-6580
Cuisine includes fresh fish and Italian fare. At least five types of fish are served fresh daily. Open for brunch Friday through Sunday. Happy hour Sunday through Friday from 5 to 6 p.m. Fresh fish and Italian fare.
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| Anaheim White House |
887 S. Anaheim Blvd
Anaheim, CA
714-772-1381
The northern Italian cuisine includes lobster ravioli and Grand Marnier souffles. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for Sunday brunch. Open for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. Northern Italian.
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| Antonello Ristorante |
South Coast Plaza Village, 3800 South Plaza Drive
South Coast Metro, CA
714-751-7153
The restaurant’s northern Italian cuisine includes pasta, veal, and fish. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays, and dinner from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. weekdays and 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday. Northern Italian cuisine.
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| Au Lac |
16563 Brookhurst St.
Fountain Valley, CA
714-418-0658
Vegetarian Vietnamese-Chinese cuisine. Open from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Vegetarian Vietnamese-Chinese cuisine.
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| Bambu Restaurant and Lounge |
Fairmont Newport Beach, 4500 MacArthur Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA
949-476-2001
Offers fresh California cuisine that celebrate the best of Southern California seasonal and local foods. Breakfast from 6 to 11 a.m., lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., dinner from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. daily. Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. California cuisine.
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| Bandera |
3201 E. Coast Highway.
Corona Del Mar, CA
949-673-3524
Hearty, all-American eats satisfy the hungry hordes that reliably pack the house at this Coast Highway dinner spot run by the same group behind Houston’s and Gulfstream. Potent cocktails ensure the bar sees its share of beach-town singles. Dinner nightly from 5 p.m. All-American.
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| Bayside |
900 Bayside Drive
Newport Beach, CA
Valet parking available
American contemporary cuisine is featured. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a happy hour in the full bar from 5 to 7 p.m. weekdays. American contemporary.
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| Beachfire Bar & Grill |
204 Avenida Del Mar, Suite D.
San Clemente, CA
949-366-3232
The California coastal cuisine features menu items such as caramelized halibut, filet, and Beachfire tri-tip. Open for lunch from 11:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. California coastal cuisine.
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| Bistango |
19100 Von Karman Ave.
Irvine, CA
949-752-5222
American contemporary cuisine. Happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. weekdays and wine tasting on Wednesday. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays, and for dinner from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. American Contemporary Cuisine.
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| Bistro 400 |
400 W. Fourth St.
Santa Ana, CA
714-543-9821
The Euro-Mediterranean-Cajun-style cuisine features warm hummus with herb goat cheese, coconut shrimp, and spicy jambalaya with chicken. Happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 to 2 a.m. Friday, and 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday. Euro-Mediterranean-Cajun-style cuisine.
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| Bistro Le Crillon |
2523 Eastbluff Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-640-8181
French Provencal cuisine features house specialties, wild game, seafood, and pasta. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; open for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday. French Provencal cuisine.
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| Black Sheep Bistro |
303 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA
714-544-6060
Fun, country-style specialties from Spain, France, and Italy. Unique and affordable wine list. Open at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Country-style specialties from Spain, France, and Italy.
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| Blue Agave |
18601 Yorba Linda Blvd.
Yorba Linda, CA
714-970-5095
This restaurant is the home of more than 95 exotic tequilas and Southwestern cuisine. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday. Southwestern cuisine.
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| Blue Coral Seafood |
Fashion Island, 451 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-856-2583
Menu specialities include culinary cocktails, yellowtail crudo, and blue crab cakes. Open from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturdays.
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| Bluefin |
7952 E. Coast Highwa
Newport Beach, CA
949-675-FISH (3474)
The classic and cutting-edge Japanese cuisine includes such specialties as sweet shrimp carpaccio and Chilean sea bass. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.
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| Bluewater Grill Seafood Restaurant & Oyster Bar |
630 Lido Park Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-219-0555
The restaurant offers mesquite-broiled fresh seafood—up to 20 fresh fish are on the menu, which is printed daily. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.
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| Café R&D |
Fashion Island, 555 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-219-0555
American cuisine includes chicken salad and French-dip sandwiches. Open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. American cuisine.
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| Cafe Tu Tu Tango |
The Block at Orange, 20 City Blvd.
Orange, CA
714-769-2222
Mixed ethnic dishes include Cajun chicken egg rolls, Barcelona stir-fry, and Mediterranean spinach dip. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and for dinner from 11:30 a.m. to midnight. At the bar, the last call is at 12:45 a.m. Friday and Saturday, but the bar doesn’t close until 2 a.m. Mixed ethnic dshes.
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| Cannery Seafood |
3010 laFayette Road
Newport Beach, CA
949-566-0060
There is also a full sushi bar and Japanese cuisine. Sunday brunch is served. Open at 11 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. Sunday. Seafood, steaks, and chops are the standouts on the menu. There is also a full sushi bar and Japanese cuisine. Sunday brunch is served. Seasonal American cuisine.
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| Carbonara Trattoria Italiana |
111 Avenida Del Mar, Suite B.
San Clemente, CA
949-366-1040
The restaurant features northern and southern Italian cuisine, including tortellini porcini, osso buco, and taglioline caprini. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays and dinner from 4 to 10 p.m. daily. Northern and Southern Italian cuisine.
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| Carolina's |
12045 Chapman Ave.
Garden Grove, CA
714-971-5551
The menu features northern Italian cuisine. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Northern Italian.
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| Casa Gamino |
13041 Newport Ave.
Tustin, CA
714-505-5971
The Mexican food here is authentic, from tacos Mexicanos to fajitas. Beer and wine are served. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Mexican.
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| Casa Gamino(2) |
6061 Westminster Ave.
Westminster, CA
714-892-8686
The Mexican food here is authentic, from tacos Mexicanos to fajitas, to chorizo and eggs. Family nights are Monday and Wednesday, when dinners are $7.95. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily except Friday, when the hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Mexican.
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| Cavallino Ristorante |
8052 Adams Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA
714-536-6665
Gourmet Italian Food. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday, and 5 to 10:30 p.m Friday and Saturday. Gourmet Italian Food.
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| Cedar Creek |
27321 La Paz Road
Laguna Niguel, CA
949-389-1800
Specialties include cedar-planked salmon and ahi tartare. Brunch is offered. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. American cuisine.
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| Cedar Creek Inn |
384 Forest Ave.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-497-8696
Pasta, seafood, and entertainment are featured. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends.
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| Cedar Creek Inn(2) |
26860 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA
949-240-2229
The food is contemporary American, such as the ahi burger with spicy jalapeño tartar sauce. Brunch is served, and entertainment is provided by contemporary artists. Happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends. Contemporary American.
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| Christakis Greek Cuisine |
13011 Newport Ave., Suite 113.
Tustin, CA
714-731-1179
Specialties include rack of lamb, souvlakis, and gyros. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. Greek.
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| Ciao Pasta Trattoria |
31661 Camino Capistrano, Suite 201
San Juan Capistrano, CA
949-496-5002
Italian fare and other dishes, such as halibut with white wine and garlic sauce. Full bar. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Italian.
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| Citrus City Grille |
122 N. Glassell St.
Orange, CA
714-639-9600
Serves California cuisine with a Greek flair. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday. California cuisine.
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| Claes Restaurant |
Hotel Laguna, 425 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA
949-376-WAVE (9283)
The outdoor Terrace Cafe affords a panoramic view of the Orange Coast.
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| Crab Cove |
8 Monarch Bay Plaza, Monarch Beach
Dana Point, CA
949-240-4401
The restaurant offers Euro-Asian seafood with Vietnamese flair. Specialties include whole roasted Dungeness crab and cubed filet mignon steak. Happy hour discounts apply from 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Euro-Asian seafood.
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| Darya |
1998 N. Tustin Ave.
Orange, CA
714-921-2773
The Persian cuisine includes lamb, beef, chicken, and fish kebabs. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Persian cuisine.
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| Darya(2) |
South Coast Plaza Village, 1611 Sunflower Ave.
South Coast Metro, CA
714-557-6600
The restaurant features Persian cuisine. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Persian cuisine.
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| Duke's |
317 Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach, CA
714-374-6446
This Hawaiian-influenced restaurant honoring the great Duke Kahanamoku offers fresh premium seafood and prime steaks. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. Sunday brunch. Hawaiian-influenced.
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| Eva's Caribbean Kitchen |
31732 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA
949-499-6311
Serving Caribbean and West Indian cuisine. Specialties are Creole stewed fish, and jerk barbecue salmon. Open from 5 to 11 p.m. Serving Caribbean and West Indian cuisine.
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| Felix Continental Café |
36 Plaza Square
Orange, CA
714-633-5842
Cuban cuisine includes roast pork. Brunch available at 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Cuban cuisine.
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| Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar |
611 Avenida Victoria
San Clemente, CA
949-498-6390
On the historic San Clemente Pier, this restaurant offers “white water” dining in a casual atmosphere. The varied menu includes Sunday brunch from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. weekdays. Open from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. weekdays; the bar is open until midnight.
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| Five Crowns |
3801 E. Coast Highway
Corona Del Mar, CA
949-760-0331
The restaurant features USDA prime beef, including Lawry’s signature roasted prime ribs. Open for dinner nightly and Sunday brunch.
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| Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar |
Fashion Island, 455 Newport Center Drive.
Newport Beach, CA
949-720-9633
The menu features prime bone-in rib-eye, Cajun barbecue shrimp, wedge salad, the chef’s mixed grill, and Sunday prime rib dinner. Open 5 to 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 p.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday.
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| Francoli Gourmet Emporio |
Fashion Island, 1133 Newport Center Drive.
Newport Beach, CA
949-721-1289
Authentic northern Italian cuisine. Open from 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Italian breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon daily. Authentic northern Italian cuisine.
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| French 75 |
1464 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA
949-494-8444
This 1940s Parisian-style bistro and Champagne bar features traditional and contemporary French bistro cuisine. Open from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Parisian-style bistro.
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| French 75 Brasserie |
Irvine Marketplace, 13290 Jamboree Road.
Irvine, CA
714-573-7600
The restaurant features American and French bistro classics. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, and for dinner from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday, 5 to 9 p.m. Monday, 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 5 to 11 p.m. Friday, and 4 to 11 p.m. Saturday. Sunday brunch takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 . American and French.
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| French 75(2) |
Fashion Island, 327 Newport Center Drive.
Newport Beach, CA
949-640-2700
The French American cuisine features such specialties as chocolate soufflé, halibut meuniere, and French onion soup. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m daily. French American cuisine.
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| Gordon James Grill & Bar |
110 N. El Camino Real
San Clemente, CA
949-498-9100
Features fine steaks, fresh seafood, and pasta. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Limited lunch menu in the bar from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Dinner menu from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Steaks, fresh seafood, and pasta.
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| Green Parrot Café |
California bistro cuisine
Santa Ana, CA
714-550-6040
The California bistro cuisine offers fresh ingredients and an ever-changing menu. Open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. California bistro cuisine.
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| Gulfstream |
850 Avocado Ave.
Corona Del Mar, CA
949-718-0188
Seafood, oysters, and steaks are featured. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.
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| H.M. Ferdussi |
3605 S. Bristol St., Suite D
Santa Ana, CA
714-545-9096
The Persian food includes a shish kebab combo with filet mignon and marinated chicken in a saffron-herb sauce. Open from 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:15 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Persian.
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| Harborside Restaurant |
400 Main St., Balboa Peninsula
Newport Beach, CA
949-673-4633
The restaurant offers prime steak and unique seafood. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily and 5 to 9:30 p.m. for dinner. Sunday brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Happy hour is held in the saloon from noon to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Steak and seafood.
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| Hush |
858 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA
949-497-3616
The cuisine focuses on New World flavors with French flair. Open from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. weekdays and 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. weekends. Dinner served from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. nightly.
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| Il Farro |
111 21st Place
Newport Beach, CA
949-723-5711
A combination of Mediterranean and Italian food. The focus is on great food and a fun atmosphere. Open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily. Mediterranean and Italian food.
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| Infusion Restaurant |
25612 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite L-1.
Ladera Ranch, CA
949-364-1100
Offering California contemporary cuisine, the restaurant emphasizes gourmet ingredients and ethnic twists. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:30 a.m. to midnight Friday and Saturday. California contemporary cuisine.
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| Izakaya Zero |
412 Walnut Ave.
Huntington Beach, CA
714-671-4111
The cuisine features Japanese tapas. Open from 5:30 to 11:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and until midnight Saturday and Sunday. Happy hour is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. Japanese.
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| Javier's |
Irvine Spectrum, 45 Fortune Drive.
Irvine, CA
949-872-2101
www.javiers-cantina.com
Mexican fare gets the Baja treatment right down to the endless supply of fierce margaritas. Crab enchiladas are a local legend. The sweeping new Crystal Cove site overlooks the Pacific. Dinner nightly from 5 p.m. Mexican.
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| Javier's(2) |
Crystal Cove Promenade, 7832 E. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
949-492-1239
Mexican fare gets the Baja treatment right down to the endless supply of fierce margaritas. Crab enchiladas are a local legend. This sweeping new Crystal Cove site overlooks the Pacific. Full bar. Dinner nightly from 5 p.m. Mexican cuisine.
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| Kapow Thai Restaurant |
4758 Lincoln Ave.
Cypress, CA
714-827-8170
. Open from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
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| Kimera Restaurant Lounge |
19530 Jamboree Road.
Irvine, CA
949-261-1222
The global cuisine features smoked paprika-dusted hanger steak and pinenut-crusted lamb loin. Bar menu all day Monday through Friday. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, and for dinner from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Global cuisine.
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| L'hirondelle Restaurant |
31631 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, CA
949-661-0425
Savor French continental cuisine featuring escargot, pepper steak, and daily fresh fish. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Sunday brunch runs from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. French continental cuisine.
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| La Cave |
1695 Irvine Ave
Costa Mesa, CA
949-646-7944
Steaks and lobster highlight the menu. The restaurant is open from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. The bar is open from 4:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. Monday through Saturday.
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| La Fondue |
31761 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, CA
949-240-0300
The fondue dinners include such specialties as the Wild Thing, featuring alligator, buffalo, ostrich, venison, wild duck, and wild boar. Open from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Fondue dinners .
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| La Galette Creperie |
612 Avenida Victoria
San Clemente, CA
949-498-5335
Enjoy the ocean view from every table, as well as the French crepes with an American flair. Breakfast is served all day. Open from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays and 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekends. French crepes.
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| Landmark Steakhouse |
3520 E. Coast Highway
Corona Del Mar, CA
949-675-5556
Steak and seafood is featured, and specialties include crab cakes and ahi nori rolls. Open for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday, and 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday. Steak and seafood.
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| Las Brisas |
361 Cliff Drive
Laguna Beach, CA
949-497-5434
Features a cliff-side view of Laguna Beach and gourmet Mexican Riviera gourmet cuisine. Open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekdays, and for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. weekdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 4:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday. Mexican Riviera gourmet cuisine.
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| Le Vie En Rose |
240 S. State College Blvd
Brea, CA
714-529-8333
The French cuisine includes grilled breast of chicken with artichoke and veal. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; open for dinner from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Closed Sunday. French.
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| Leatherby's Café Rouge |
Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, 615 Town Center Drive
South Coast Metro, CA
714-429-7640
A Patina Group restaurant serving contemporary and sophisticated American cuisine with an emphasis on fresh seafood. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. American cuisine.
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| Lucca Café |
6507 Quail Hill Parkway
Irvine, CA
949-725-1773
Lucca has wide-ranging dishes: Mediterranean, Italian, Greek, and French (southern France). Open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily, and for dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Saturday and Sunday brunch from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cheese shop is open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.
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| Maggiano's Little Italy |
South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St.
South Coast Metro, CA
714-546-9550
Recalling a large New York City dinner house circa pre-World War II. With a menu of classic southern Italian cuisine, the 270-seat restaurant specializes in lavish platters of such favorites as roast chicken with rosemary and garlic, angel hair al’arrabi. Southern Italian cuisine.
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| Mahé |
1400 Pacific Coast Highway
Seal Beach, CA
714-960-6002
Sushi, and grilled fish and steaks are the specialty. Open from 5 to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 4 to 9 p.m. Sundays. Sushi, Fish, and Steak.
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| Mamma Gina |
251 E. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
949-673-9500
An upscale, romantic Italian restaurant on the harbor. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and dinner from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday. Sunday brunch runs from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Italian.
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| Marché Moderne |
3333 Bristol St., Suite 3001.
South Coast Metro, CA
714-434-7900
Florent Marneau, former chef at Pinot Provence, has taken over the former Troquet space with this new bistro that serves traditional French favorites with a contemporary twist. Desserts by his pastry chef and wife, Amelia, include fresh fruit gateaux, sil. Open for lunch 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and dinner from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday. French Cuisine.
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| Market Broiler |
The Block at Orange, 20 City Blvd.
Orange, CA
714-769-3474
Features unique seafood dishes, such as New York steak and Gulf shrimp, a hand-cut USDA Choice New York steak and 12 broiled, white Gulf shrimp on a skewer. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Seafood.
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| Mastro's Ocean Club |
8112 E. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
949-376-6990
Seafood is the specialty. The signature appetizer is the Iced Seafood Tower. Open for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The bar opens at 4 p.m. and closes at 1:30 a.m. Seafood.
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| McCormick & Schmick's, and Pilsner Room |
2000 Main St.
Irvine, CA
949-756-0505
The restaurant serves a wide variety of seafood, and the Pilsner Room has a state-of-the-art microbrewery. The Pilsner Room is open from 11 a.m. to midnight weekdays. Open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday, 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday.
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| Memphis Soul Café & Bar |
2920 Bristol St.
Costa Mesa, CA
714-432-7685
The menu features Southern soul food with a California twist. Open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays; open for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, 5 to 10:30 p.m. Thursday, 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 5 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday. Sunday brunch runs from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
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| Morton's the Steakhouse |
1895 S. Harbor Blvd
Anaheim, CA
714-621-0101
Features such specialties as Chicago-style, bone-in rib-eye steak, and Morton’s legendary hot chocolate cake. Open from 5:30 to 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday. Steakhouse.
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| Morton's the Steakhouse(2) |
South Coast Plaza Village, 1641 W. Sunflower Ave.
South Coast Metro, CA
714-444-4834
The classic American steakhouse features such specialties as Chicago-style, bone-in rib-eye steak and Morton’s legendary hot chocolate cake. The bar opens at 4:45 p.m. and serves items from its Bar Bites Menu from 5 to 6:30 p.m. and 9:30 to 11 p.m. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Friday, 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday. American steakhouse.
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| Mosun |
680 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA
949-497-5646
Japenese cuisine, featuring sushi, baked sushi rolls, and salads. Club M opens upstairs at 9:30 p.m. weekends. Open from 5 p.m. daily. Japanese cuisine.
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| Mozambique |
1740 S. Coast Highway.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-715-7777
Specialties include wood-grilled steak and seafood. Open for lunch on the terrace from 11 a.m. on weekends and for dinner from 5 p.m. daily.
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| Muldoon's, A Dublin Pub & Restaurant |
202 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-640-4110
Established in 1974 and serving American and Irish food with a twist. A late-night menu, darts, and patio dining. American and Irish food .
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| Napa Rose |
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, 1600 S. Disneyland Drive
Anaheim, CA
714-300-7170
The restaurant specializes in California wine country cuisine. Open for dinner from 5:30 to 10 p.m. daily. California wine country cuisine.
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| Newport Landing |
503 E. Edgewater
Newport Beach, CA
949-675-2373
This award-winning restaurant offers a wide range of fresh seafood, including abalone, swordfish, and lobster. Upstairs, the oyster bar and lounge features appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and live entertainment. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday. The dining room opens at 5 p.m. Seafood.
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| Nirvana Grille |
24031 Marguerite Parkway, Suite C
Mission Viejo, CA
949-380-0027
Specialties are organic heirloom tomato Caprese salad and pistachio-crusted Chilean sea bass. Open from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, 4 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and for brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.
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| O'Neill's |
Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club, 26772 Avery Parkway
Mission Viejo, CA
949-218-0865
The Califorina Ranch-style menu includes such specialties as marinated skirt steak and crispy calamari. Open from 7 a.m. to sundown. Califorina Ranch-style.
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| Opah |
26851 Aliso Creek Road
Aliso Viejo, CA
949-360-8822
The American-style cuisine features hazelnut-crusted halibut and grilled Hawaiian opah. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. American-style.
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| Opah(2) |
13122 Jamboree Rd.
Irvine, CA
714-508-8055
The American-style cuisine features hazelnut-crusted halibut and filet mignon.
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| Opah(3) |
22332 El Paseo
Rancho Santa Magarita, CA
949-766-9988
The West Coast cuisine offers a little of everything, and fish is a specialty. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. West Coast cuisine.
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| Orange County Mining Co. |
10000 Crawford Canyon Road.
Orange, CA
714-997-7411
The restaurant sits atop the hills of Orange and features a panoramic view. A wide variety of fresh seafood, pasta, steaks, and chicken are served. A Sunday Champagne brunch buffet is offered from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open from 5 to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 4:30 to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Seafood, pasta, steaks, and seafood.
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| Oysters Restaurant |
2515 E. Coast Highway
Corona Del Mar, CA
949-675-7411
The menu features Asian-inspired seafood and pasta. Open at 4 p.m. daily. Asian-Inspired seafood and pasta .
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| Pineapple Hill Saloon & Grill |
654 E. First St.
Tustin, CA
714-669-9818
The restaurant offers American fare with many fresh fish items. Specialties of the house are baby back ribs, grilled salmon, and Tony’s cheesecake. Happy hour runs from 3 to 6 p.m. daily. Open from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. Saturday and Sunday. American fare and Fresh Fish.
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| Pinot Provence |
Westin South Coast Plaza, 686 Anton Blvd.
South Coast Metro, CA
714-444-5900
The menu is French Provencal with a Mediterranean influence. Brunch is served, and there is a bar. Open from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. French Provencal with a Mediterranean influence.
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| Restaurant 162 |
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel; 1 Ritz-Carlton Drive.
Dana Point, CA
949-240-5008
California cuisine is served overlooking the ocean. A Friday night seafood buffet is served from 6:30 to 9. Brunch is served from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Clifornia Cuisine.
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| Riviera at the Fireside |
13950 Springdale St.
Westminster, CA
714-897-0477
The continental cuisine at this Gold Award-winning restaurant features pepper steak flambe and duck a l’orange, with the food prepared table side. There is a full bar. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays, and dinner at 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Continental Cuisine.
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| Rockin’ Baja Lobster Bar & Grill |
2104 W. Oceanfront
Newport Beach, CA
949-723-0606
Open for lunch and dinner daily. Avoid the border, but still enjoy the famous fun and flavors of seaside Baja California. This is the original home of the Baja Buckets, overflowing with shrimp, slipper lobster tails, carne asada, chicken, and more. Seaside Baja California.
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| Roma D'Italia |
611 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA
714-544-0273
The restaurant features family-style Italian cuisine, including salads, sandwiches, pasta, veal, and pizza. Specialties are Eggplant Sorrentino, Spaghetti D’Italia, Tortellini Gustavo, and Gnocchi Catanzaro. Open from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Italian cuisine.
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| Rose Canyon Cantina & Grill |
20722 Rose Canyon Road.
Trabuco Canyon, CA
949-766-6939
Mexican and Southwest cuisine. Specialties include the Baja Shrimp Cocktail and 50/50 Soup. Happy hour from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Open from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 4 to 10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. Mexican and Southwest cuisine.
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| Roy's |
Fashion Island, 453 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-640-7697
The Hawaiian fusion cuisine features Yamaguchi sushi, charbroiled short ribs, and melting hot chocolate souffle. Open 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The Hawaiian fusion cuisine.
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| Royal Hawaiian |
331 N. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA
949-494-8001
A landmark Polynesian-inspired restaurant. Specialties include steak, seafood, and ribs.
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| Royal Khyber Fine indian Cuisine |
South Coast Plaza Village, 1621 Sunflower Ave.
South Coast Metro, CA
714-436-1010
The northern Indian cuisine features such specialties as Khyber’s lamb shank, butter chicken, and lobster masala. Full bar. Sunday brunch is served from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays, and dinner from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Friday features a buffet lunch. Northern Indian cuisine.
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| Royal Thai Cuisine |
4001 W. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
949-645-THAI (8424)
The Thai cuisine includes giant prawns with curry sauce and Crying Tiger Beef Grill. Brunch is served, and there is a full bar. Open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Thai cuisine.
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| Rusty Pelican |
2735 W. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
949-642-3431
Full-scale fish house. Various pasta items and meat dishes available as well. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Fish House.
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| Rutabegorz Restaurant |
158 W. Main St.
Tustin, CA
714-731-9807
Healthful cuisine that includes vegetarian entrées, large salads, and sandwiches, as well as gourmet coffee and desserts. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday.
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| Ruth’s Chris Steak House |
2961-A Michelson Drive.
Irvine, CA
949-252-8848
Steak, lamb chops, veal, North American salmon, and Maine lobster are on the menu. Open from 5 to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 5 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, 4:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, and 4 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday. Steak and seafood.
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| Sage |
2531 Eastbluff
Newport Beach, CA
949-718-9650
American cuisine includes sage cioppino and roast soy mustard-rubbed rack of lamb. Brunch served at 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Happy hour from 4:30 to 6 p.m. weekdays. Open for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and for dinner at 5:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday. American cuisine.
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| Salt Creek Grille |
32802 Pacific Coast Highway
Dana Point, CA
949-661-7799
Serves mesquite-grilled New York steaks and Chilean sea bass. Opens at 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10:30 a.m. Sunday.
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| Sam & Harry’s |
Marriott Hotel and Spa. 1900 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-729-6900
www.samandharrysnb.com
Featuring a cocktail lounge, and the menu of steaks and seafood are top-shelf. Open for lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily and for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Steak and seafood.
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| Sam Woo Seafood |
15333 Culver Drive, Suite 720.
Irvine, CA
949-262-0688
Hong Kong cuisine includes abalone and live lobster. There is a full bar. Open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Hong Kong cuisine.
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| San Shi Go |
1100 S. Coast Highway, Suite 303.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-494-1551
Sushi, including baked halibut rolls, Cajun-seared tuna, and salmon lemon rolls. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
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| San Shi Go(2) |
205 Main St.
Newport Beach, CA
949-673-3724
Sushi and Asian cuisine fill out the menu, which features tataki with fried onion and garlic chip. Open 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday, and 5 to 10:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Closed Monday. Sushi and Asian cuisine.
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| Sapphire Laguna |
1200 S. Coast Highway.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-715-9888
Chef Azmin Ghahreman creates global-fusion cuisine in large and small plates: sautéed jumbo shrimp and ricotta tortellini, grilled prime rib-eye, braised short ribs and warm Valrhona chocolate cake. The wine list, by master sommelier Peter Neptune, is a m. Open from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Global fusion cuisine.
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| Savannah at the Beach |
315 Pacific Coast Highway.
Huntington Beach, CA
714-374-7273
Eclectic offering of fresh seafood. Happy hour in the bar from 2 to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday. fresh seafood.
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| Savannah Chop House |
32441 Street of the Golden Lantern
Laguna Niguel, CA
949-493-7107
This contemporary American grill features regional dishes with a Southern accent. Open from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5:30 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Contemporary American.
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| Scott's Seafood Grill & Bar |
3300 Bristol Street
South Coast Metro, CA
714-979-2400
Well-known for its dining experience, as well as its classically prepared fresh seafood and aged prime beef. Sumptuous desserts. Open daily for lunch, dinner, and late-night dining. Seafood.
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| Seafood Paradise |
8602 Westminster Blvd.
Westminster, CA
714-893-6066
The menu features such delicacies as dim sum, kung pao frog legs, and abalone with chicken feet. Open from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
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| Sevens Steakhouse & Grille |
17245 17th St.
Tustin, CA
714-544-0021
Serves steak, chops, and seafood. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Happy hour is held from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Steak and seafood.
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| Shades Restaurant and Bar |
Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, 21100 Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach, CA
714-845-8444
The market-fresh cuisine features hand-picked produce from the Santa Monica farmers market. Open from 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Market-fresh cuisine.
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| Silvera Steakhouse |
126 Main St.
Huntington Beach, CA
714-969-9000
The restaurant features steak and seafood, with a special menu from Tuesday through Thursday and prime rib specials on Sunday nights. Open from 5 to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, and until 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Steak and seafood.
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| Sorrento Grille |
370 Glenneyre St.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-4948686
This Italian bistro features rustic Tuscan-style cooking and classic American martinis from the full bar. Open from 5:30 to 10 p.m. daily. Italian Bistro.
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| Spaghettini Italian Grill |
3005 Old Ranch Parkway
Seal Beach, CA
562-596-2199
The northern Italian cuisine includes fresh pasta, grilled fish, and steaks. Open for lunch at 11 a.m. weekdays and for dinner at 5 p.m. daily. Northern Italian cuisine.
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| Splashes Restaurant and Bar |
Surf and Sand Hotel, 1555 S. Coast Highway.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-376-2779
Mediterranean dishes with a “splash” of California. Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner starting at 7 a.m. The beachside bar is open from 11 a.m. to midnight Sunday through Thursday, and 11 to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
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| Stonehill Tavern |
St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort and Spa, 1 Monarch Beach Resort
Dana Point, CA
949-234-3318, 949-234-3800 after 6 p.m.
Chef Michael Mina’s Modern American menu features his signature small plate trios. Open from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, and nightly from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
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| Studio |
Montage Laguna Beach, 30801 S. Coast Highway.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-715-6420
Tuesday through Sunday. Contemporary French cuisine. A chef’s table is available for parties up to 12 with a $3,500 minimum. Open for dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Contemporary French cuisine.
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| Summit House |
2000 E. Bastanchury Road.
Fuller, CA
714-671-4111
California continental cuisine is served at this English manor-style restaurant. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. weekdays; open for dinner from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday.
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| Sundried Tomato Café |
31781 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano, CA
949-661-1167
California cuisine includes cream of sun-dried tomato soup, pork tenderloin, and Cornish hen. Brunch served from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. California cuisine.
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| Sundried Tomato Café and Catering Company |
361 Forest Ave.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-494-3312
The menu of California cuisine includes dishes such as three-cheese pasta and sea bass topped with jumbo shrimp. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily, and for dinner from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. California cuisine.
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| Sutra Lounge |
1870 Harbor Blvd., Suite A200
Costa Mesa, CA
949-722-7103
The international, aphrodisiac-inspired cuisine features Steak Sutra and Tuna Mignon. Open for dinner from 6 to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. as a nightclub. International, aphrodisiac-inspired cuisine.
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| Tabu Grill |
2892 S. Coast Highway
Laguna Beach, CA
949-494-7743
The Pacific Rim-influenced cuisine features prime steaks and fresh seafood. Open from 5:30 p.m. daily during the summer and closed Mondays in the winter. The Pacific Rim-influenced cuisine.
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| Taleo Mexican Grill |
3309 Michelson Drive.
Irvine, CA
949-553-9002
Mexican cuisine includes beef enchiladas and carnitas. Open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Mexican cuisine.
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| Taps Fish House and Brewery |
101 E. Imperial Highway
Brea, CA
714-257-0101
Visit the 23-seat oyster bar, and drink home-brewed ales and lagers. There is a large patio with fireplaces where cigars are welcome. Open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and for dinner from 4 to 10 p.m. Sunday. Sunday brunch is served from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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| Tastebuds |
130 E. 17th St.
Costa Mesa, CA
949-722-1177
The Mediterranean cuisine features steak frites, and stuffed cupcakes. Open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Mditerranean cuisine.
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| Ten Asian Bistro |
4647 MacArthur Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA
949-660-1010
The Asian fusion cuisine features lobster pancakes, honey shrimp, and Chilean sea bass. Entertainment offered occasionally. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 4 to 7 p.m. for happy hour, and 5 p.m. to close for dinner. The Asian fusion cuisine.
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| Thai Chili restaurant |
4715 W. Chapman Ave.
Orange, CA
714-750-7799
Specialties include pad thai, drunken noodle, and spicy combination fried rice. Open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Thai cuisine.
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| The Bungalow |
2441 E. Coast Highway
Corona Del Mar, CA
949-673-6585
The American specialities include prime steaks, and wines and martinis. Open at 5 p.m. daily. American specialties.
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| The Cat & The Custard Cup |
800 E. Whittier Blvd.
La Habra, CA
562-694-3812
California cuisine is served at this restaurant, which has won a Wine Spectator Award. Open from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. California Cuisine.
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| The Cellar |
305 N. Harbor Blvd
Fullerton, CA
714-525-5682
French and Continental cuisine. Opens at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. French and Continental cuisine.
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| The Clubhouse Restaurant |
South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St.
South Coast Metro, CA
714-708-2582
The menu features classic American cuisine with a flair. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday. American cuisine.
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| The First Cabin |
Balboa Bay Club and Resort, 1221 W. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
949-630-4390
Californian cuisine with a continental flair. Californian cuisine.
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| The Golden Truffle |
1767 Newport Blvd
Costa Mesa, CA
949-645-9858
French Caribbean cuisine features shrimp fritters with spicy ketchup, and Jamaican jerk chicken salad. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and dinner from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. French Caribbean.
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| The Hobbit |
2932 E. Chapman Ave.
Orange, CA
714-997-1972
The French continental cuisine features such specialties as beef Wellington and garlic-crusted rack of lamb. Open for dinner from 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday and 7 p.m. Sunday. French continental cuisine.
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| The Loft |
Montage Laguna Beach, 30801 S. Coast Highway.
Laguna Beach, CA
949-715-6080
The menu of seasonal American cuisine offers such specialties as spit-roasted Shelton Ranch organic chicken and Maine lobster bisque. Open for breakfast from 6 to 11 a.m., lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. Seasonal American cuisine.
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| The Pleasant Peasant |
4251 Amartingale Way
Newport Beach, CA
949-955-2755
This French country bistro serves in-house smoked salmon. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays, and for dinner from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday. French.
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| The Ritz Restaurant |
880 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA
949-720-1800
Award-winning classic continental cuisine and lighter bistro entrées are served in an elegant dining room, outdoor garden, and bar; the latter is open until midnight Monday through Saturday. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays, and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. Classic Continental cuisine.
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| The Rupee Room |
1170 N. Tustin Ave.
Orange, CA
714-771-9898
The Indian and Thai cuisine features such specialties as tandoori dishes, vegetarian selections, and fusion creations. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily for lunch, and for dinner from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Indian and Thai cuisine.
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| The Village |
123 Avenida Del Mar
San Clemente, CA
949-361-8970
The eclectic cuisine draws from Mediterranean, European, Asian, and African influences. Lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and for dinner from 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Mediterranean, European, Asian, and African influences.
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| Trabuco Oaks Steakhouse |
20782 Trabuco Oaks Drive.
Trabuco Canyon, CA
949-586-0722
The specialty is mesquite-fired steaks. There is a service bar. 20782 Trabuco Oaks Drive. Steakhouse.
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| Tuner New Zealand Restaurant |
650 Anton Blvd.
South Coast Metro, CA
714-668-0880
www.turnernewzealand.com
Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday, and dinner Saturday and Sunday. Turner New Zealand Restaurant aims to serve the finest, cleanest and freshest gourmet food. Open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday, and dinner Saturday and Sunday. Steak and seafood.
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| Tustin Brewing Company |
13011 Newport Ave., Suite 100.
Tustin, CA
714-665-2337
This California brewery dishes out suds, wood-fired pizzas, and pasta. Open from 11:30 to midnight Sunday through Thursday, and 11:30 to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. California brewery.
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| Valentina |
27755 Santa Margarita Parkway
Mission Viejo, CA
949-707-0888
The restaurant serves regional Italian cuisine. Live entertainment. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily. Happy hour runs from 3 to 7:30 p.m. Italian food.
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| Vessels Club at the Los Alamitos Race Course |
4961 Katella Ave.
Los Alamitos, CA
714-820-2800
California Continental food with an Italian flair and daily chef specials. California Continental food with an Italian flair.
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| Villa Nova Restaurant |
3131 W. Coast Highway
Newport Beach, CA
949-642-7880
Award-winning Italian with spectacular Newport Harbor view. Live entertainment nightly at 8 p.m. Open for dinner from 5 p.m. to midnight Monday through Saturday and 4 p.m. to midnight Sunday. Italian.
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| VUE |
Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa, 25135 Park Lantern
Dana Point, CA
949-661-5000
The California cuisine menu features grilled wild Fiji ahi tuna salad and free-range chicken. Open for breakfast from 6:30 to 11 a.m. Monday through Saturday, lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. daily, and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. daily. California cuisine.
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| Walt's Wharf |
201 Main St.
Seal Beach, CA
562-598-4433
There is an extensive selection of oak-grilled fish. Open from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for lunch and 4 p.m. to close for dinner daily. Fish House.
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| Wildfish Seafood Grille |
1370 Bison Ave.
Newport Beach, CA
949-720-9925
Specializing in seafood and steaks. Happy hour from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Open from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday and 5 to 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Steak and seafood.
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| Wilma's Patio |
203 Marine Ave
Balboa Island, CA
949-675-5542
www.wilmaspatio.com
Expect classics such as meatloaf, honey fried chicken, and fresh lemon-garlic halibut. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
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| Yoshi's Sushi |
18220 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite 310
Yorba Linda, CA
714-524-0829
Japanese cuisine and sushi, with daily specials. Open from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday, and 5 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday. Japanese cuisine and sushi.
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| Z Mario |
18912 MacArthur Blvd.
Irvine, CA
949-833-1900
A fine-dining casual Italian restaurant with a warm ambience. Happy hour and piano bar. Open for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, and dinner from 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 5 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Italian.
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| Zito's Bar & Grill |
17320 E. 17th St.
Tustin, CA
714-730-0003
Menu features delicious breakfast fare, fire-grilled Angus steaks, fresh fish, and wood-stone baked pizzas. Outdoor patio and fire pit available. Open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, and for breakfast at 8 a.m. Saturday and Sunday, which includes a Bloody Mary bar. Steak, Fresh Fish, and Wood-Stone Pizza.
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| Zov’s Cafe Bakery & Bar |
21123 Newport Coast Drive
Newport Coast, CA
949-760-9687
An upscale family-friendly café and bakery, the menu features contemporary American and Mediterranean fare. Open for lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, until 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and for brunch until 2:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Contemporary American and Mediterranean.
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