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- 24000 Alicia Pkwy., Orange County 92691
- 949-768-0122
Hatam II
Even a vegetarian could be happy with a kebab plate: the sides are just enormous. Skewers of beef, chicken and lamb or chunks of meat in lime, pomegranate or walnut sauce. Broiled tomatoes, salads,... read more
- 14775 Jeffrey Rd., Orange County 92618
- 949-653-7668
Shik Do Rak
Korean barbecue is carnivore heaven, bar none. Sure, the sides are good, but the main attraction is where it's at. Cuts of cow sliced thin for your grilling pleasure: throw in on the table top gril... read more
- 21560 Yorba Linda Rd., Orange County 92887
- 714-693-2888
Supatra's Thai Bistro
Enjoy that pad thai with stemware and white tablecloths. The menu is fairly basic but extensive: find something for everyone, but try the Crying Tiger. It's steak. Sit down to wonton strips and pea... read more
- 4647 MacArthur Blvd., Orange County 92660
- 949-660-1010
TEN Asian Bistro
Food is of the noncommital "pan-Asian" variety, which means elaborate sushi rolls and various fried dishes and heavily sauced items. It's fine, whatever, but here a little pricey for what comes on ... read more
- 131 1/2 Main St., Orange County 90740
- 562-493-4500
Beachwood BBQ
A tiny cute little place that serves rather more manly portions. The proprietors seem especially proud of the ribs, but it's the sides that get most people talking. Pretzel bread, baked beans and s... read more
- 18504 Yorba Linda Blvd., Orange County 92886
- 714-695-0470
La Bettola
A go-to special occasion restaurant in town. Not too expensive, but just elegant enough to make it work. And memorable, too. The exuberant older gentleman playing the synthesizer is a joy, even if ... read more
- 15 Crystal Cove, Orange County 92657
- 949-376-6900
The Beachcomber
View and surroundings absolutely can't be beat. Joint is right there on the sand in a park, accessible by $1 shuttle or ten-minute walk from the nearest parking lot. Crystal Cove, the beach it call... read more
- 1 Monarch Beach Resort, Orange County 92629
- 949-234-3318
Stonehill Tavern
Michael Mina, celebrity chef, does it again. He may not be in the kitchen himself, but the dude's gotten good at translating his vision to his cooks. Tasting menus are the way to go: might luck out... read more
- 322 Main St., Orange County 90740
- 562-493-2501
The Crema Cafe
Essentially, everything's good here. But might as well check out the crepes, since they seem to be a specialty. Keep it simple with lemon and sugar, or go big with chicken and mushrooms. Not feelin... read more
- 3520 W. 1st St., Orange County 92703
- 714-418-9678
Siam Taste of Asia
One lone woman mans the stoves here, making it basically an Asian mama's home cooking. Two standouts are the fried tofu and the sea bass with green curry sauce. Pan-fried and delicious. Not feeling... read more
- 22312 El Paseo, Orange County 92688
- 949-888-8893
Canyon Fireside Grille
A friendly, neighborhoody type place with just a touch of glam. Indoor-outdoor space with a nice view, and regulars chilling at the bar. Salmon, steak, meatloaf, cornbread with everything, make-you... read more
- 22195 El Paseo, Orange County 92688
- 949-709-2300
Hanna's
This steakhouse-style restaurant seems to rep a new beginning for a new town: Rancho Santa Margarita acheived cityhood, so they might as well have an expensive restaurant to go along with it. Big s... read more
- 7952 E. Pacific Coast Hwy., Orange County 92657
- 949-715-7373
Bluefin
Location might seem like nothing great, but that's before you step in: helluva view! Sushi place keeps reelin' 'em in (fish and people) with a mix of classic nigiri and sashimi and modern, fusion-y... read more
- 6310 W. Coast Hwy., Orange County 92663
- 949-645-2888
Big Belly Deli
The perfect place to go into an ocean-staring food coma with a beer buzz to boot. The pizzas may not be authentic, or maybe they're authentic Newport Beach-style. But they're tasty just the same. S... read more
- 30801 S. Coast Hwy., Orange County 92651
- 949-715-6420
Studio Restaurant
Perfect people are hard to talk about, and so are perfect restaurants. What to say about a place that knows exactly what it's doing, and always does it right? Almost boring, right? The food is cons... read more
- 25612 Crown Valley Pkwy., Orange County 92694
- 949-364-1100
Infusion
In the mood to go big? Something called "The Vertical" offers lobster, steak, and prawns hanging in a metal contraption over artichoke mashers. At the very least, it's visually impressive. Or just ... read more
- 1 Ritz-Carlton Dr., Orange County 92629
- 949-240-2000
Restaurant 162
One of the better hotel restos. The Ritz-Carlton name, after all. Food isn't surprising, but it is good. Check out that brunch buffet. Stock up on caviar before they notice. Seafood's main attracti... read more
- 2531 Eastbluff Dr., Orange County 92660
- 949-718-9650
Sage
Stays relevant with semi-changing menu and reliably good food. Just not quite a revelation. Ahi, crab cakes, spring rolls for appies. Salads have things like goat cheese, beets, fruit, and candied ... read more
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