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A photo of Habana- Irvine Spectrum restaurant
1. Habana- Irvine Spectrum
4.6
Exceptional(4676)
Price: Expensive
• Cuban • Irvine
Booked 175 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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2. King's Fish House - Laguna Hills
4.7
Exceptional(4860)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Booked 92 times today
Established in 1997, King’s Fish House is Laguna Hills’ choice for seafood. Located near the Laguna Hills Mall, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.
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3. CUCINA enoteca - Irvine
4.6
Exceptional(2726)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Irvine
Booked 83 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.
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4. Puesto Los Olivos
4.6
Exceptional(1776)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Irvine
Booked 50 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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5. Fogo de Chao - Irvine Spectrum
4.2
Awesome(2287)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Irvine
Booked 129 times today
Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.
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6. Paul Martin's American Grill - Irvine
4.5
Awesome(3262)
Price: Moderate
• American • Irvine
Booked 42 times today
Order a glass of your favorite sauvignon blanc and share a plate of Town Dock calamari with friends or family at Paul Martin’s American Grill in the Irvine Spectrum Center. Or savor an indulgent hand-cut blackened ribeye masterfully prepared over the live fire of our mesquite grill. Paul Martin’s serves classic American cuisine elevated to a higher standard in our polished yet welcoming dining room that invites business luncheons, date nights, and camaraderie in equal measure.
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7. Javier's Irvine Spectrum
4.6
Exceptional(71)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Irvine
Booked 191 times today
Javier's Irvine Spectrum serves original Mexican cuisine. Opened in 2004 and located close to the 405 and 5 freeways, the restaurant offers numerous entrees and combo meals. Javier's Irvine Spectrum selects and serves only the freshest ingredients, including sustainable and in-season seafood, natural chicken and center-cut #1 prime Angus beef. Every dish is prepared fresh to order, and guests may sit in the spacious main dining room, on the intimate patio, at the bar or in a private dining area.The dining room is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday until 11:00 p.m. Javier's Irvine Spectrum's full bar is open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Reservations are accepted.
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8. Little Sister - Irvine
4.5
Awesome(1226)
Price: Moderate
• Vietnamese • Irvine
Booked 86 times today
Little Sister in Irvine is a great date night spot. Reviewers rave about the 'great ambiance' and 'delicious food.' One reviewer even went on a 'late date dinner' here, indicating it's a perfect spot for evening dining. The menu blends Southeast Asian spices with French techniques, creating a unique and interesting culinary experience.
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9. Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.Cook
4.8
Exceptional(2870)
Price: Moderate
• American • Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
Booked 41 times today
Welcome to Ironwood, Cellar. Craft. Cook. located in Laguna Hills. Our menu features seasonal ingredients of the highest quality and are prepared daily from scratch. Menu selections include exceptional meats, flavorful seafood, handpicked produce from our garden, and diverse beverage selections. We have over 25 wines by the glass, 10 craft beers, and a full bar featuring a wide variety of craft cocktails.
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10. Del Frisco's Grille - Irvine
4.4
Awesome(2276)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Irvine
Booked 50 times today
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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  • Heather
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This is a MUST-GO!!! An amazing, authentic and beyond delicious Cuban restaurant. Our waiter, Tony, was absolutely fabulous and had us laughing the night away. This place was gorgeous with great food and amazing service, I highly recommend.
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    Habana- Irvine SpectrumPrice: Expensive• Cuban• Irvine
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    4.6
  • mikeVIP
    Orange County •58 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Anthony our service was excellent. Shrimp cocktail had 6 nice size shrimp $25. My rib eye blackened was excellent $56. Wife had lobster tail and cream spinach very good. Crab cake portion seemed on small side Lemon cake nice. Coffee was warm to medium hot. Could’ve been a lot hotter Overall excellent on Christmas Day for 5:15 dinner
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    Del Frisco's Grille - IrvinePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Irvine
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    4.4
  • Tricia
    Orange County •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    My family and I celebrated Christmas Eve at Ironwood. We had a beautiful evening! Our meal was delicious. The surf and turf prawns were huge! The focaccia bread was a hit. The on the wagon mocktail was a special treat! The oysters fresh and tasty. Also, we enjoyed the halibut, salmon, and wedge salad. They accommodated gluten free. Our server was awesome. I'm sorry I didn't catch her name . It was a lovely night for us!
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    Ironwood, Cellar.Craft.CookPrice: Moderate• American• Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
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    4.8
  • Marianne
    Orange County •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We have been going to King's Fish House for years and it is consistently good. The artichoke appetizer and the butter cake are outstanding. The fish is always fresh. My favorite dish is the macadamia crusted halibut, so good. Our server on Christmas Eve was Sean. She was excellent in every way and made our whole experience enjoyable. We will continue to come back to this restaurant.
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    King's Fish House - Laguna HillsPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Laguna Hills / Lake Forest / Foothill Ranch
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    4.7
  • kathie
    Orange County •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Great experience. So glad they added enchiladas to their amazing taco menu. The mole enchilada was delicious.
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    Puesto Los OlivosPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Irvine
    •
    4.6

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