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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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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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

This was a very good experience. My friend celebrated her birthday dinner here. We had a private room. The food, service, and drinks were amazing! They even made fresh handmade ice cream right at the table 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

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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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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We had a wonderful experience here celebrating my child's birthday! The ambiance was fantastic, with a beautiful interior that made the celebration feel extra special. Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive. We ordered the rib eye, the tiger prawns with garlic noodles and some other dishes. Every dish was absolutely delicious. The steak was cooked perfectly, the tiger prawns were flavorful, and the garlic noodles were amazing. We also brought our own birthday cake, and our server was so kind to help us cut and serve it to everyone. That thoughtful gesture really made us feel welcomed and taken care of. From the great food to the excellent service and beautiful atmosphere, everything exceeded our expectations. We had a memorable birthday celebration and will definitely be back. Highly recommend! read more

What a surprise. Felt as if the place is under new management and totally new staff. Probably not, but didn't feel like the same place we had enjoyed before. Everything was barely mediocre. Service and food quality were below standard. Such a shame. Last time we'll be there. read more

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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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

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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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

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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Terrible service! We were there for Father's Day brunch yesterday. We ordered prime rib sandwich but got the prime rib instead, ordered ribeye steak, got another prime rib well done instead. Each prime rib was $75. On top of that, the rest of the food was salty. Overpriced for the quality of food. Never coming back! read more

We had a delightful New Year's Day luncheon at AnQi bistro. They are located at the entrance to Bloomingdale's from the parking lot. Really elegant vibe with mood. It was still decorated for Christmas holidays with cute trees and ornaments. The kids devoured the garlic noodles so that was a success. The prawns were a bit overdone and stringy so I would pass on their addition next time. The wagyu drunken noodles were great. The noodle was soft and cooked just right. I liked the flavor and the veggies that balanced the ground wagyu. N enjoyed his ribeye and egg. They have a menu that ranges in pricing so I could definitely see this also as a romantic date night destination with their hot stone meats and appetizers. Service was friendly and patient. They had plastic cups for the kids which always helps and high chairs. read more

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I have not been here in over 5 years and came back with some colleagues and was wondering why we have not visit the restaurant in a long time. The food was amazing and it seems like it's a lot different than I remembered it. The service was impeccable and the food and the selections was everything we were expecting. As usual we ordered a whole bunch of little dishes so we could try everything out and the food did not disappoint. The garlic noodle was incredible. I am definitely going to be a regular again. Keep up the great work. read more

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

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I'm not over this way much but when I am, AnQi is normally my go-to when I need to eat. Walking in, bartender greeted me right away and I realize she was the same one I had last visit, and this was a relief. Helpful and friendly, she was diligent and able to answer any question I had regarding the menu. The one item I was looking forward to (garlic rice) is not currently available which was devastating (if this was the worst part of my day, so be it) but it will be back on the menu within the month thankfully. I ended up with their version of the caesar salad, which was really good. One thing that was new is that they now add a 3% 'Back of House' fee onto the bill which can be removed. I wonder if anyone here will take notice, as this is a first I've seen in Orange County. The odd experience I had on this trip was with who I believe was the manager at the time. There was a guy in a suit who was chatting up the patrons down the way at the bar (assuming they were regulars), no big deal. On my way out, I saw him again and asked if he was the manager, he replied, 'yeah' instead of a more professional answer that most managers would have provided. I went to compliment the bartender/staff and from his demeanor, he could not give a care in the world. Most managers would be thrilled to hear of a positive experience and provide their card, this one couldn't be any more uninterested in hearing from me. I have to assume it was me since he certainly didn't lack social skills as he talked up topics such as fantasy football, etc. to other patrons prior to me speaking to him. Most likely he won't be there on my next visit since managers tend to cycle in and out for one reason or another, good or bad. That being said, I sure hope the next one is a lot friendlier since this one didn't really represent AnQi as it should be. (Review was drafted from a few months ago.) read more

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

This review is coming from somebody who is an AnQi LOVER and has been here for the last 5+ years for her birthday every year. I'm writing this with sadness, as my birthday dinner yesterday was not of the same quality that it was from previous dining years. I'm hoping that it was just a "bad" night for AnQi and that their quality did not compromise over time. If I refuse to take AnQi leftovers home, that says a lot about the quality of the dishes. We ordered the following dishes, spent approx $200+ for dinner, and I will explain all of them down below: - Truffle Sashimi: 5/5, my favorite appetizer hands down. Expensive and small portion, but the sauce is SO good and the cut of fish is SO good. - Filet Mignon Potstickers: Not that good. The crispy skin was amazing, but I felt the filet mignon flavor did not match the potsticker skin well. - An's Famous Garlic Noodles: 5/5, extremely well done and the best garlic noodles I've ever had. Highly recommend. - Crispy Orange Peel Chicken: Not good at all. For being a colored dish, I barely tasted the sauce. It was like a bland marinated fried chicken. Do not recommend. - Misoyaki Butterfish: Usually my FAVORITE dish of the night, this tasted overly salty yesterday and I found myself not eating much of it at all. I'm sad that it did not taste the same as previous visits. I usually devour the entire plate. - Anqi Wok Shaken Beef: This dish is normally super delicious, tender, and flavorful, but it was extremely disappointing yesterday. It was overly salty like the fish and I only ate one shaken beef cube. The potatoes were pretty decent though. Also, I found it odd that for an elevated dining experience, they didn't even "wipe" the sauce cleanly on the dish (it looked just poured on without care - see photo attached) and the presentation was sloppy. I have to say that I LOVED this dish back then, as I took it home once to-go from a work event and it was SO good. I don't think I'll be coming to AnQi any time soon after this experience, which makes me sad because AnQi used to be my favorite restaurant. I truly hope that it was just a bad night for me, or they may need to reassess the quality of their dishes since it has been an AMAZING place for me to dine for my birthday the last few years and I've been a loyal customer for many years. read more

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Oops!...We Tried It Again. What happened to this once great restaurant? After being disappointed the last several times we were here, my Wife and I decided to take a break for a while. We decided to give it one last try. It's hard to believe the food is even worst than before. If you plan on ordering the WAGYU DRUNKEN NOODLES, be prepared to be disappointed. If you're wondering where the Wagyu Beef is, it's the ground up looking substance mixed in with the rest of the dish. They call it "diced Wagyu" , but if it were diced , the Wagyu would remain in cubes or chunks of meat, allowing you to experience its superior quality. How they serve it is more like mush. We also ordered the GRILLED OCTOPUS AND PAPAYA SALAD. The Octopus should have come out grilled and nicely charred, however what we were served was not and was soggy from being unfrozen with a light coat of uncooked batter. My wife also ordered the HEAVENLY PEAR MARTINI. We used to really enjoy this drink. Unfortunately, they eliminated all of the good ingredients needed to make this the way they used to. Now it just tastes like a bitter, tart lemon drop. Good by pear. We do not recognize this restaurant anymore and we won't be coming back again any time soon. read more

AnQi Bistro - Wagyu Drunken Noodles - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

AnQi Bistro - stopped by for an upscale lunch treat to end a great week. Upon entering, we were quick greeting by the hostess and oddly was inquired about any allergies prior to seating my party. For Friday, unlike several other Asian fusion restaurants within the gallery mall, there was no waiting and decent open tables. The interior is "dark" design style that uses darker colors to create a dramatic or moody look (aka maybe even luxe). The wood chairs can be uncomfortable so a seat pad/pillow are available. I ordered the ice tea which is daily brewed from green loose tea leaves. Certainly, a good to drink order, if you're a tea fanatic! I've scanned the ANQI LUNCHEON section and just did t find anything to my liking. I inquired of the turmeric white fish with grained rice (instead of jasmine). The server was gracious, she offered to ask the cook if we can skipped the cream and rice substitute. The cook and our server were awesome and able to deliver a great meal plate and created a sensible relish (to sub in for the creamy sauce that I skipped). She even offered to pack an ice tea to go for me (and my coworkers)!! Certainly, we will need to come back again. read more

AnQi Bistro - Tumeric white fish (with creamy sauce) and substitute with whole grain rice. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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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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

Came here as a guest for a friend's birthday dinner--an impressive 40-person celebration tucked away in Anqi's sleek private room. First off, the ambiance definitely screams "we do luxe here," and that was echoed in the menu... maybe a little too loudly. Think filet mignon potstickers, shrimp & lobster dumplings, and tuna tacos topped with caviar--plenty of show, but not always backed by substance. The effort to dazzle was clear, but at times it felt more like culinary theater than flavor-forward cooking. I didn't hate it, but definitely over-the-top. Now the highlight: the roasted crab. Cracked out of the shell and bursting with rich, garlicky goodness--this dish was my favorite. Easily the MVP of the night. The low point? The shaken beef. Completely forgettable and unforgivably dry--honestly felt like it missed the wok by a mile. Garlic noodles were solid, but let's be real, it's pretty hard to mess those up. Service was smooth, and the overall vibe was upscale-fun. Would I come back on my own dime? Maybe--for the crab and cocktails. The Enter the Dragon cocktail with Toki whisky with the smoky presentation? Worth it. But next time, I'd skip the fluff and stick to the hits. read more

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

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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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

It was just ok. The server didn't come by much and took me 20 minutes to get the wrong check and another 10 to flag him down again. Do not get the colossal tiger prawns for $30 more than the shrimp version. It's almost the same dish. Papaya salad was decent. I didn't really like the famous garlic noodles. They were very mushy and congealed. read more

I have been dining here for years and the food is amazing. I love pretty much everything on the menu. The service is good and everyone is helpful. Cool atmosphere with nice decor. Great place for a date, birthday, etc. Note : They have a $39 dollar lunch special that I will try next time. read more

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With wonderful, warm, welcoming staff, this restaurant located in a prime location within South Coast Plaza in OC really missed the mark. The staff were attentive down to the water refills and trash and plate clearing, all the way to the Tableside Ice Cream, which really stole the show for many reasons. The garlic noodles were good yet the prawns were disappointing; six (6) small shrimpy-looking prawns for +$9 was not what we expected. I was expecting two (2) large prawns! The truffle hainan rice with roasted chicken caught my eye when I first glanced at the menu, but the chicken was dry and overcooked, and there was not a hint of truffle in the rice as advertised. It was one of the worst Hainan plates I've ever had. My suggestion is to stand firm and not get swayed by the short wait times at AnQi and explore the many better dining options at the same mall! read more

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I really wanted to enjoy my dinner at AnQi, especially given the price point, but the experience fell short in a few important ways. I ordered the lobster, and unfortunately it was overcooked and extremely tough. The claws were fine, but the tail portion was almost inedible -- not what you expect from a dish at this level. The noodles that came with it were actually great, but they couldn't make up for the main item being so poorly executed. My lady friend ordered a rum and Coke, and the drink tasted off right away. When I asked the waiter what rum they used, he said Captain Morgan, which I normally enjoy. After digging a little deeper, he mentioned they used Pepsi instead of Coke. If a customer asks for a Coke, you shouldn't substitute Pepsi without saying anything. It completely changed the taste of the drink. After spending over $200 on dinner, the experience should have been close to perfect. Sadly, it wasn't. I'm not sure if I'll be coming back, but I do hope someone in management sees this and takes it seriously. read more

Stopped by on recommendations by YE Kat. We sat at the bar. This place had street food stall vibes. Grab a stool and order! Started off the meal with Chicken Truffle Dumpling as an appetizer. The truffle flavor was over powered by Fig reduction and truffle ponzu. $12 Let me tell you the highlight was the Filet Mignon with Rice. The meat was tender. The flavors were on point and it was delicious. $20 The Garlic Noodles with Prawn was okay. I liked the quality with the Prawns. $14 + $8 for the Prawns. Noodles were kind of sad but I am a fan of thick noodles. I added so many toppings and it still didn't have the right kick. Definitely the Filet Mignon is worth a return visit. It had veggies, Filet, and a really nice flavor. read more

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話可以慢慢說， 美食必須趁熱吃， 每天都有兩個我， 一個是吃貨的我， 一個是吃完想減肥的我‍‍～ 南海岸的Anqi , 這次來沒吃他家最有名的招牌螃蟹， 其他的作法， 龍蝦螃蟹也都做的非常好吃 read more

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When at South Coast Plaza, AnQi is one of my go to places to eat. It's located inside of Bloomingdale's. On my first visit, my party and I sat at the bar. Kitty provided excellent service. My most recent visit was after the US Open of Surfing. It was a hot summer day. I didn't have any reservations, so we were seated at the bar again. We were happy to have Kitty again as our server. Surprisingly, she remembered me and my group. We ordered the shaken filet mignon, the dumplings and the garlic noodles. For dessert, we shared the lychee pana cotta. Everything we ordered was top notch. Until next time... read more

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Pricey BUT the quality is worth! I would pass on the garlic noodle though, nothing out of this world in terms of flavor. The lunch ribeye steak fried rice was pretty decent but wished there was a sauce of some sort to go with it. The orange chicken was really flavorful. The kimchi dumplings were to die for but it only came with 4. The tombo tuna tacos were pretty amazing and a must try for the first time. read more

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Food, service, and ambiance -- 10 stars! We were a party of 50 celebrating our company party, and the entire staff did an amazing job attending to everyone in a timely and professional manner. Despite the size of our group, service was efficient, friendly, and well-organized. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was perfect, and the staff truly went above and beyond to make our event special. Highly recommend for large groups and special occasions! 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