I came to this amazing restaurant for my birthday back in October and was blown away Our server was great The food was great (get the table side tomahawk, it was amazing. They cook it right there and then put it on a sizzling salt block on your table to finish cooking) And you can't beat the location So, when my south coast plaza advisor sent me an invite to a Gucci event held at this amazing restaurant, I just had to go. The ambiance is top notch, 5 stars just for the atmosphere alone Extremely clean Amazing bar and drinks Great staff Now, to their private room where this was hosted. Gucci, was so kind to give us all gift bags But the real spoiling came from AnQi bistro! Every station we went to, had a different food and drink pairing At the first station they had Truffle sashimi with caviar Paired with their tumeric drink Next up Lavender mojito Paired with lobster and shrimp dumplings Next was Grilled octopus and papaya salad Paired with a drink called -spring breeze Last up Chive and leek dumplings Paired with lychee cloud to drink (This was actually the only thing I could have because I don't eat seafood. And it was a 10 out of 10) Everyone was raving about the food and how beautiful the interior is. I really can't stress how nice of a place it is. It has a very laid back, upscale and trendy vibe This is one of my favorite places to eat at south coast plaza, hands down. And it's conveniently located inside Bloomingdales. It doesn't get better than that read more

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Let me start with what this place absolutely nails: the ambiance. Walking in felt like stumbling into an enchanted forest at midnight, think fairy tale vibes, moody lighting, and decor so gorgeous I actually stopped mid-step to take it all in. Truly, whoever designed this space deserves their own Michelin star. Now... the food. The shrimp dumplings were fine. The shrimp were a respectable size, no complaints there, but "fine" and "memorable" are very different zip codes, and these stayed firmly in the former. The garlic noodles arrived looking a little lonely (small portion) with noodles that were slightly past their ideal moment of glory, accompanied by 4 whole shrimp. For $55. I'll let that marinate. The filet mignon dumpling was probably the highlight of the food lineup, genuinely decent, though it leaned a touch salty, like the seasoning had big ambitions. Still totally edible, just not the refined experience the price tag implies. On the bright side, the service was solid and shoutout to my server who steered me toward a pear martini that was, honestly, a little gem of a drink. They clearly know their cocktails. Bottom line: come for the atmosphere, stay for a cocktail, and maybe grab dinner somewhere else after. It's a gorgeous spot for pre-drinks and photos, just don't arrive hungry with high culinary expectations. Your wallet will thank you. read more

I haven't been back in a while and somehow this time I felt disappointed. I think we had a bad start with the famous Garlic Noodles that came first. It looked so plain and small for $22. I took a bite and although the noodle texture was good but there was almost no flavor. We ended up returning the dish and had it taken off our bill. Luckily the second dish was the butterfish, which lived up to my expectations. Perfectly tender and flaky fish and crunchy bok choy on a bed of forbidden rice. All very well flavored. We also ordered the 8 oz filet mignon medium rare with Vietnamese black pepper sauce and roasted garlic. This was nicely presented and came out on a sizzling salt plate. The filet was pre sliced with the inside pieces cooked nicely but the outermost pieces were a little overcooked...probably because I left it on the sizzling plate for too long. The kimchi dumplings were pretty good and smelled great coming out. However it was such a small dish with 4 small dumplings for $18. Overall, I would have given them a 4 for food quality and ambience but the high prices brought the review down to a 3 star. read more

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Celebrated my birthday today at Anqi's inaugural Sunday brunch today and we were treated to a phenomenal experience. The staff was so friendly from our server, Carlos, to our prime rib carver, Peter. The sampling of so many different dishes featured on the restaurant menu made this a great event. My personal favorites included the shrimp and lobster dumpling and the perfectly cooked medium rare prime rib in the Au jus. The beef pho soup was delicious when topped with prime rib. The garlic fried rice paired great with the sea bass with a side of the arugula/snap pea salad and lemongrass chicken. The food stations were nestled very neatly into their banquet room. They even brought me a scoop of delicious chocolate for my birthday. read more

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Lucious and luxurious dining So much flavor So stimulating Beautifully executed This is gourmet food NOT gourmand A little goes a long way here read more

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We've been here a few times. The butterfish dish has been consistently amazing! Fillet mignon on a Himalaya salt bed without fresh herbs and baked whole bulb of garlic was excellent! Steak was cooked to requested temperature. Fillet had plenty of flavor, sauce was really optional. I know they are famous for the garlic noodles, but it was quite disappointing. Lack flavor, garlic presence, and presentation. The kimchi dumplings had more garlic pieces than the garlic noodle! Atmosphere and service were excellent! If the price is a bit lower I'd give it a 4 stars. read more

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My friend and I came for an early dinner and we tried the lobster dumplings. The sauce on the dumplings is delicious. I would love the recipe! We also shared the garlic noodles and the wok stir fried veggies with butternut squash. The space is beautiful and comfortable. There is a large bar area. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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Sunday Brunch was such an unexpected all you can eat experience. You get a little bit of everything from creative dimsum bites to traditional pho, dry noodles, rice in three ways, skewers, egg and more. You're even handed one drink voucher per person to pick from a of fruit teas to of course Vietnamese coffee. Service was friendly and attentive even if you opted for the self service Sunday brunch. The place is nicely designed with traditional Vietnamese devote with a splash of upbeat music. Loving the vibe of this place. Can't wait try some dishes from their traditional lunch and dinner menu with a larger party. read more

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Seeking a refined lunch destination during a recent shopping outing, my wife and I decided to revisit AnQi after a prolonged absence. The experience yielded some exceptional highlights, accompanied by a minor caveat for those with specific dietary needs. The absolute standout of the afternoon was the Ribeye Bowl. Comprising a well prepared ribeye steak served over rice and finished with an egg, the dish was executed flawlessly. Offered as a lunch special (available between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM) for $29, it presents an extraordinary value. In fact, it easily ranks among the best lunch entrees I have had in recent memory--a truly remarkable, satisfying dish at a highly reasonable price point. It is worth noting, however, that the kitchen's current offerings are somewhat restrictive for diners requiring gluten-free vegan accommodations. With very few plant-based options available, my wife's choices were quite limited. She ultimately opted for a salad, which was fresh and adequately prepared, though it understandably lacked the culinary elevation found in the restaurant's signature meat-centric dishes. The beverage program is a distinct highlight. AnQi boasts a thoughtfully curated wine selection alongside a highly inventive cocktail menu. I highly recommend the "Oh My Lychee" cocktail; it was expertly balanced, refreshing, and served as a perfect accompaniment to the meal. Finally, our server deserves special commendation. The hospitality we received was attentive and warm, elevating our entire visit. While the menu could benefit from broader dietary inclusivity, AnQi undeniably delivers outstanding service, superb beverages, and incredible value on its core lunch offerings. read more

AnQi Bistro - Ribeye Lunch Special - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

The Kimchi Fried Rice, the Colossal Tiger Prawns with An's Famous Garlic Noodles, and the Mongolian Lamb Chop were great. The Ace of Spades cocktail had a nice smoky flame presentation. read more

AnQi Bistro - Mongolian Lamb Chop, Kimchi Fried Rice, Colossal Tiger Prawns with AN's Famous Garlic Noodles™ - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Open Monday-Sunday, 12 PM to 9 PM. I tried the tomahawk steak and would rate it a 3/5. It's served on a salt block, which is a nice presentation, but for my personal taste it came out a bit too salty. Pairing it with the garlic noodles and prawns definitely helped balance the flavor and made the dish more enjoyable overall. We also ordered the raw tuna taco, which was absolutely delicious fresh, well-seasoned, and easily one of the highlights of the meal. The interior is beautiful very stylish, warm, and thoughtfully designed, making it a great place for a nice dinner or special occasion. Overall, a lovely atmosphere with some standout dishes, and worth checking out if you're in the area. read more

AnQi Bistro - Tuna tacos - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I love Asian fusion, so my partner made a reservation at Anqi to try it out. The food was overall good, with some small misses. They also gave an ice cream scoop and a candle for my birthday. Note: They do charge an extra 3% on the bill that go to kitchen staff. The service was nice and friendly. Though, the initial reception was a bit weird. When we walked in, dressed all nice (majority of the customers were very casual), the host asked, "How can I help you?" with a questioning tone of voice instead of a smile and being welcoming. It was as if he was wondering why we are here. Maybe he was just having a bad day. * Award-Winning Tombo Tuna Tacos 5/5 - This wouldn't be my usual go-to, but I really enjoyed it. The tuna was mildly spicy, packed inside a hard taco shell that tasted like a big Doritos chip. The yuzu kosho condiment was good and the caviar added a nice texture on top. * Shrimp & Lobster Dumplings 3/5 - Tasted underwhelming. The sauce was mild, didn't taste like much. The shrimp and lobster were grounded and mixed together, so you can't taste the actual meat. It was reminiscent of a dim sum shrimp ball. * AnQi Signature Prime Ribeye + Vietnamese Black Pepper Sauce 5/5 - The ribeye came out sizzling on a salt block where you can let it cook to your desired doneness. The ribeye paired amazingly well with the complex-tasting pepper sauce. Definitely the highlight of our dinner. * Grilled Prawns 5/5 with Garlic Noodles 3/5 - The garlic noodles were garlicky and buttery. However, the noodles themselves weren't good, kinda limp and overcooked, not chewy. The prawns were really good. * Lychee Cloud Mocktail 5/5 - Delicious. It tasted like a sweet tropical dessert. Similar to a Pina colada but with a more creamy coconut flavor. read more

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I have been going here forever and I love it!!! The food is so good and the ambiance is stellar! Tonight I ordered the Kimchi rice, shrimp and lobster dumplings, and grilled prawns W/ Ann famous garlic noodles. Everything was fresh and made well! 5/5 for the food The service was 5/5 for me. Our server was very nice and attentive the entire time. Must I add she gave some good options as well. For my drink I ordered the heavenly pear and it was so good!! Not too sweet and very smooth! The ambiance is perfect for any occasion and celebrations! They have good deserts, with the ice cream made at the table being very popular! It's very nice decor and spacious inside! Very nice bar too! I highly recommend and if you like their sister restaurant Crustacean you will love it here! Good service, food, cocktails, and nice ambiance! -Marshay D. read more

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I made reservations for last Monday at 1 PM for five people or at least I thought I did. It must not have went through because they did not have my reservation. However, not a problem as the restaurant was not crowded. Two of us came for the Roasted Crab, but it must've been a while ago cause the price is now $125. Quite a bit higher than the current market price, but we treated ourselves. Since not everyone was ordering roasted crab we went ahead and ordered ours out of the shell. I think I enjoyed it more with the buttery seasoned shell, but this was good too. We also ordered the Crispy Garlic Rice With Mushrooms. Delicious. I think there were at least 3 different types of mushrooms. Love the crispiness of the rice. And of course we had the Garlic Noodles Their service was very nice and the ambience paired nicely with the meal. read more

AnQi Bistro - Crispy Garlic Rice & Mushrooms - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I love this place! I have celebrated many milestones with them-birthdays, graduations, anniversaries. The service is always professional and excellent. It's located in the Bloomingdales in the South Coast Plaza mall so its always nice to shop around and come here afterwards for a nice meal. Every dish they have has never missed the spot. My favorite is the Garlic noodles and I have to get that every time I come regardless of what i order-such a classic and so good. If you have room for dessert, try their tableside ice cream. It's always fun and a nice little show when ending dinner. Can't wait to come back in the future! read more

AnQi Bistro - Peking roasted chicken with hainan rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I like to take my kids to a nice dinner to give us an opportunity to slow down, talk, and go over some dining etiquette, and it's always at this time that I realize I may not be the best person to teach them about dining etiquette but they roll with it. The service was relaxed so it gave us time to look over the menu, order and appetizer, and mull over if we are getting too much food or not. Unlike most Asian restaurants where meals are family style, this is a high-end dining experience and maybe it was not meant to be family style but we did it that way. The portions were very small and the quality of the food was excellent. We normally don't order dessert but I had to because the table side ice cream was a fun experience. Overall, super delicious. A great date night place but maybe not a family with teens/kids dining place though my teens liked it and that it was cool. read more

AnQi Bistro - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Really love the steak sauces here! We've had the calamari, garlic noodles, anqi signature prime ribeye, and anqi wok shaken beef. The black pepper sauce is amazing! Calamari is great, didnt taste the sauce very much. Garlic noodles are also yummy! The shaken beef is not as good as normal Chinese restaurants. At x4 times the price, a small portion, and a 45$ price point, I was hoping they'd at least have some rice to go with it. It is on the dry side but still appreciated the plating and you technically pay for the ambiance! had great service both times with no wait time at all! Will say this is on the much pricier side, and after the couple times I've visted, I'd say the garlic noodles and steak (sauces) are my favorite items on the menu! read more

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Food was pretty tasty. We were really hungry and ordered a whole bunch of appetizers. It came really fast. The best part was the calamari (fried with basil and Thai seasoning) very delicate.. The ambience was hip. Beers were slightly overpriced. $15/ashahi.. but service was good. We will go back again and have tap water. lol read more

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Let me start off by saying they gave good service, sat us down quickly, and brought out our food in a timely manner. We ordered the Lobster Shrimp Dumplings, Garlic Noodles, Orange Chicken, and Wok Veggies The lobster / shrimp dumplings were good, the garlic noodles were okay but nothing impressive, the orange chicken was fine, and the wok veggies were basic and not expected (spinach and sweet potato) -- from what we got, way overpriced but still a good meal Overall, if you would like to take nice pictures (bc there's a nice aesthetic), get some quick food while here at South Coast Plaza, but pay a little extra, then come here (: read more

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Finally had a chance to visit this fine establishment over at the South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. My girlfriend and I reserved a table on the 7th of September for our anniversary and it was a bit on the late afternoon, around 2pm, so it was not too busy but still had family and couples at the restaurant. Superb interior and very welcoming. Seems like it would be a nice dinner spot but let's talk about their food! FOOD Shrimp & Lobster Dumplings Personally I enjoyed this one the most on our appetizers, not entirely sure what the yellow sauce accompanying the dumplings but it paired really well with the scallion and cherry tomatoes! Amazing flavor in every bite! Salt & Pepper Calamari The right crisp and perfect pairing with the Thai Basil Aioli. Actually, I really enjoyed this app as well even if it's just fried calamari. These small bites alone were irresistible that you're guaranteed to find yourself continually munching on them until it's all gone! Turmeric Roasted White Fish Remarkable bold flavor, especially that creamy Jasmine rice at the bottom of the white fish. The only feedback I can say is if you're considering on this dish, don't think twice. Get it! AnQi Wok Shaken Beef Another superb dish! The secret sauce on the shaken beef will leave you wondering and figuring out what in the world did they used to make such a delightful meal. Cherry tomatoes were a nice touch as well! OVERALL We'll be visiting again soon. We're interested in An's Famous Garlic Noodles as it was mentioned in their "Our Story" section. Can't find anything to say that needs any sort of improvement, very relaxing environment, abundance of entrees to choose from, delicious flavor, arrival time of our food was perfect on top of food presentation. And how can I forget, our server at the time (9.7.25 @ 2:00pm) was polite, accommodating and extremely friendly. Thank you again for having us AnQi, we'll see you again real soon! read more

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Duy was amazing! Food (his recommendations) were amazing. I was lazy to write a review but his recommendations were so good that I had to come here to thank him. What an amazing ambiance the staff create here, thanks Duy. read more

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Pretty much this visit, the students go to the service because the service saved the quality of the food. It was good but a little bit too oily. I know that fried rice is fried, but it was a bit much. I will say every time I come here the service is excellent, I want to make sure I acknowledge that for every new dish I try. read more

AnQi Bistro - Mushroom rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Great service by Alan 10 stars very attentive and friendly. He made the visit quite enjoyable. Great ambiance and food was delicious.

The steam appetizer was really good.d I was here a few years ago and was really looking forwa4d to the kobe beef sliders but I also went on mother's Day weekend so the menu was different. The vibe is on point. I feel like I'm entering another beautiful realm when I walk in. Completely forget that you are at the mall. Drinks were great and I ordered the shrimp garlic noodles. I would def try the steak next time. Service was on point with the wait staff being Attentive and patient while we decided what we wanted. The only caveat is that we received two appetizers even tho we ordered only one but they took it off the bill. All in all good experience. read more

My family and I have been coming to AnQi for a long time, and it continues to impress us. We ordered the Lobster, Tiger Shrimp with Garlic Pasta, and the Peking Chicken, along with our favorite appetizer -- the Calamari, which is always outstanding. The service was excellent, as usual, and every dish was freshly cooked, flavorful, and delicious. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and we always feel genuinely welcomed here. We truly love this place and highly recommend it to everyone looking for great food, great service, and a consistently wonderful dining experience. read more

Came to AnQi on a Saturday for lunch and the inside was absolutely beautiful with fancy upscale vibes. I ordered the Kagoshima A5 Wagyu lunch special and thought it was kind of odd that the waiter told me a lot of people don't like it and asked if I wanted to switch lol. The beef had a nice texture but it was a little salty and I felt like there was way too much rice compared to everything else lol. The ribeye special was really good and much more balanced. We also ordered the sashimi which was super fresh and delicious. Overall the restaurant is gorgeous and has a classy atmosphere but the food itself didn't taste as special as I expected. read more

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Dillion was our server. He knew exactly our vibe. We tried at least 7 different dishes and he gave us his recommendation, and never disappointed. This spot has been here since I was in college and they were great both times. read more

Really amazing food. Priced too high. Garlic rice was well seasoned jasmine rice with garlic flavoring 4/5 $14 Garlic noodles were good. 5/5 Lamb chops $42 were fine, was expecting better larger portions for the price. Good vegetables- spinach and tomatoes underneath with nice potatoes, 4/5 Tomahawk steak $153, is nice to have a large rib steak, but after the bone is cut off, feels just like any other steak. 4/5 Fun dry ice table side "ice cream" like creamistry liquid nitrogen.- product is chunkier than the competition. 4/5 Nice artsy interior, with hanging Christmas trees read more

Came here on a Tuesday at 5:00pm. Tried all the appetizers & the sashimi & tuna tacos were my absolute favorite! Ribeye steak was delicious, highly recommend getting the truffle compound butter to go with it as well. Drinks were not very strong, but still delicious. Service was not the fastest, we didn't eat our meal until after 7pm. The waiter was very kind & truly trying his best. The kitchen was definitely backed up. The restaurant looks very elegant & clean. You can dress up or dress down, some guests come very comfortable and others come very well dressed. Overall, good experience! read more

Lucky me! My cousin treated me to a wonderful lunch. We had the King plate which included their famous crab, garlic prawns and garlic noodles. We also ordered the butterfish which was sitting on top of red Forbidden rice and accompanied by baby bok choy. We had a mocktail, teas, and I had a lavender milk latte. For dessert they brought me some coconut sorbet and we also ordered the lychee panna cotta to share. I think that there were small cubes of pandan jello topping it which was a nice addition. All in all, I will definitely be back! read more

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Read this review if you're planning to make a trip!!!! My 1st experience at AnQi Bistro was everything I expected. Friends raved about the quality of the food but could never find the time to dine so it was fitting they would play host to them and 40 other friends for a birthday celebration. The decor inside definitely gives you that Asian Fusion vibe and the food & experience was equally as complimentary with exceptional flavors. We were in the banquet room so we had a prefix meal and every item/presentation was great. At times we found ourselves talking more than eating and the staff made sure we empty the shareable dishes to our plates to make us feel not so guilty!! For our First Course, we had An's Famous Roasted Crab. Initially, we saw the shell and then realized lots of crab was available under and around the decor. Garlic Noodles had a great flavor and had An's secret sauce. Grilled Prawns, Garlic Rice, and Seasonal Wok Veggies. Second Course was GREAT.... Misoyaki Butterfish was flakey and served with this Reed Cargo Rice and Boo Choy. The Peking chicken with the Ginger Truffle Scallion sauce was so good. We had Roasted Cauliflower and Brussel Sprouts that were good along with some Cheddar Potato Puree to be served along with the Tomahawk Wagyu Ribeye that served up on a Sizzling block. Didn't need the sauce on my 1st pass as the steak was so good. Thankfully, the staff served me up some more and I had the Cognac Crew and Malaysian black pepper sauce. We had a great experience and the staff was one point. I stayed at a nearby hotel to attend the event while visiting, and I was able to build an easy rapport with the staff as they came highly recommended via my hotel's restaurant. Looking forward to returning here again read more

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Beautiful ambiance, outstanding service and good food. Unfortunately for us the party of 6 at the next table were super annoying, loud and obnoxious, making our outing unpleasant. We've been there before and love the food. The cocktails were excellent too. You must try the Garlic noodles- it's just outstanding. read more

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The noodles are legendary! Lovely atmosphere in the South Coast Plaza. Service was efficient.

Very large and sexy venue serving Asian fusion. Conveniently located inside South Coast mall. Overall giving it a 3.5 rating most of which comes from the garlic noodles and grilled octopus and papaya salad. 1. Grilled octopus and papaya salad: generous portion of perfectly cooked chewy octopus bite sized meat mixed in with fresh papaya stripes, cherry tomatoes and I believe they were pepper stripes. Tasting very fresh, healthy, and refreshing. 2. Garlic noodles with chicken: what can I say very delicious stir fried noodles with an aroma of garlic flavoring. Added the chicken which I thought was the perfect touch. However if you're like me can have this dish alone. Needs a mix with another spicy dish or fresh veggie included dish. 3. Tombo Tuna taco: essentially mashed tuna (similar to how they make spicy tuna rolls) stuffed in taco shell garnished with Xavier and slice of avocado. Honestly didn't quite understand the hype around this one. Would pass next time 4. Shrimp and lobster dumplings: nothing special. 5. Oh yes and their cocktails are on another level. Must try them. Believe mine was called "Enter the Dragon"....served in a clear case to soak in the Smokey flavor into the drink. Sooooo good and very sexy. read more

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The service, decor, plating, flavor, and ambiance are all of high standard, making the restaurant suitable for both business and romantic dinners. Paired with cherry tomatoes, the Shrimp & Lobster Dumplings, prepared with Crème Fraîche and Lemongrass Saffron Nage, were rich and delicately flavored. Although pricey at $18 for four dumplings, they were worth it. The three award-winning Tombo Tuna Tacos, priced at $21, were seasoned with Yuzu Koshō and contained a small amount of truffle and caviar. They tasted alright. However, the quality of the taco shells was better than those found in typical Mexican restaurants. The taco shells were remarkably thin and crispy, requiring minimal effort to chew, thus suitable for people with dental issues. The Misoyaki Butterfish was succulent. The Dijon-Misoyaki Glaze had a slightly sweet taste, but it was refined and complex, much better than the simple sweetness found in typical American-Chinese restaurants. What I appreciated most was the rice served alongside the miso fish. The red cargo rice, infused with the subtle fragrance of Thai herbs, was remarkably aromatic, even on its own. Indeed, this dish justified its high price of $42. For dessert, Warm Beignets. Sprinkled with powdered sugar and with a fried pastry texture, they were, well, like a donut without a hole in the middle. They were served with a super-rich Vietnamese Coffee Crème Anglaise. Glad I got Tahitian Vanilla Bean Ice Cream ($5 extra) to balance the sweetness. Not being a fan of alcohol, I ordered a Lychee Cloud mocktail containing lychee, coconut, pineapple, and yuzu rose water. It had a nice balance of slight sourness and sweetness, and was quite enjoyable. Even small details like the straw showcased their attention to refinement. It seemed to be specially made, with just the right length and thickness. Its visual appeal and texture were superior to the cheap straws found in bubble tea shops. The combination of soft yellow warm light and flora under a clear glass tabletop makes beautiful photographs. Also, while I was busy taking photos and my food got cold, the waiter thoughtfully offered to reheat it in the kitchen for me. 服務，擺盤，口味，氣氛每項皆高水準，商業宴客或約會交友皆適宜。 龍蝦蒸餃以鮮奶油和檸檬草番紅花醬汁調製，搭配櫻桃番茄食用很美味。四顆蒸餃18美金雖貴但值得。 三份要價21美金，號稱曾贏過獎項的金槍魚泥玉米餅口味還行，但餅皮製作水準遠勝一般墨西哥餐廳，又薄又脆，無須費力即可輕易嚼碎，牙齒不好的人亦可放心食用。 味增烤鱈魚肉香濃滑嫩。法式芥末和日式味增的口感偏甜，但細膩有深度，絕非坊間美式中餐的單一甜味可比。 我最欣賞的是米飯。紅糙米蘊含泰式香草的清香，就算不配醬汁和魚肉，拿來單吃細品依然美味。嗯，這道料理對得起42美金的高價。 飯後甜點溫熱法式貝涅餅。灑上糖粉和糕餅的油炸酥脆口感，嗯，像是中間沒洞的甜甜圈，附上一碟超濃的越式咖啡奶油蘸醬。還好另加5美金叫了球塔希提香草冰淇淋蘸餅吃，否則真的超甜膩。 不愛喝酒，所以叫了杯含荔枝/椰子/菠蘿/柚子玫瑰水的無酒精飲料，微酸微甜不錯喝。此外，連吸管這種小東西也體現其細膩之處。似乎是特製的，長度和細度剛好，視覺感和質感亦比手搖店那種廉價吸管更好。 搭配淡黃暖光和透明玻璃桌面下的花草拍攝很美。此外，忙著拍照而飯菜冷掉，侍者還主動體貼地幫我回廚加熱。 read more

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Flavorful food, nice service, easy parking and nice vibes. The food here has improved over the years and the quality and flavor is much better. Great option for a pre-theater meal! Highly recommend their famous tuna tacos, truffle gem Caesar and the wok vegetables. read more

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Came to AnQi for the first time time for Valentine's Day and they hit it out of the park. The restaurant is beautiful, the wait staff is very attentive and accommodating. Food was well prepared and worth the trip. I'm very much looking forward to coming back soon read more

AnQi Bistro - Off menu tomahawk steak cooked medium rare - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Yelp listed them as closed on Thursdays. Came on a Thursday night and they were open. Notified them of the discrepancy and they said they'll have the hours updated on Yelp. Located next to Bloomingdale's. Free parking- I love free parking. Very modern cool hip decor. The crispy coco prawns were a great starter, perfectly crunchy with hints of fried coconut and the softness of the prawn; both the salt pepper calamari and salt pepper tofu batter were light slightly crunchy and fluffy and came with the same green sauce- very good; the crispy orange peel chicken was slightly spicy and pretty good; the misoyaki butterfish was excellent, melts in your mouth tenderness and rich- definitely get it, comes on a bed of red cargo rice and a bok choy; the kung pao eggplants were very good, thinly cut into sticks and lightly crispy, very well seasoned in basil and chili; obviously the An's garlic noodles with secret sauce is a must since they're known for it, light buttery and garlicky; roasted cauliflower and Brussels sprouts were pretty ok, seasoned in turmeric and garlic lime. For dessert the warm beignets were ok only- soft pillowy bread with sugared powder on top- nothing special but the dipping sauce made of Vietnamese coffee creme anglaise was different and special, not too sweet. Service is ok. Good food overall with great ambience. read more

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Came here for some light bites and cocktails. The restaurant is beautiful with high ceilings, modern decorations, and gives off a classy-feel. Located at the South Coast Plaza Mall in Bloomingdales. Anqi is an Asian fusion restaurant with a Vietnamese background. Pricey for what it is, but given the ambiance, makes sense. Ace of Spades (5/5) - $17. Bourbon, vanilla liquor, chocolate bitters, and cinnamon. Elevated old fashion with a twist of flavors that works well together. They'll light the orange on fire tableside, to caramelize the oils of the orange before going into your drink. Subtle detail but elevates the drink. Saigon Sling (5/5) - $18. Tequila, cointreau, tamarind, lime, agave, spicy bitters. Looks like a simple drink but is well executed. Has a nice balance of flavors without being overly strong or sweet. The slight spiciness compliments the drink profile. Grilled Octopus & Papaya Salad (4/5) - $26. The octopus is incredibly tender with a charred taste that's apparent from the grill. However, the dressing for the papaya salad is a little too sweet for my liking. I'd get this again just for the octopus. Truffled Sashimi (3.5/5) - $27. Hamachi and Albacore seasoned with truffle ponzu sauce and topped with tobiko caviar. Reminder that this is not a sushi restaurant, but this dish is prepared decently well. The truffle oil was a nice touch with the ponzu sauce creating an umami taste. Service was hospitable and attentive, providing us with recommendations for food/drinks. Surprisingly what stood out to me the most were the cocktails. Overall I'd come back again for the drinks, food being secondary. read more

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Cute spot for a relaxed lunch. I had the beef pho. Nothing special in my opinion. It was not quite bland but borderline. Service was decent and the environment was fine. read more