Manifested a perfect parking spot for Mother's Day dinner at Citrus City Grill, so honestly the night peaked early The staff was super friendly and everything started strong. My youngest ordered the short rib but wasn't feeling the sauce, my oldest got the chicken and described it as "not good"... but still finished it because his hunger waits for no chef. I played it safe with the butter leaf salad, which was actually really good. The mezcal old fashioned deserves a shoutout though -- solid drink, and they gave me TWO cherries, which felt like luxury in this economy. The crème brûlée arrived more crème than brûlée unfortunately... pretty runny. Disappointed because I'd been there before and enjoyed the food, but maybe it was the Mother's Day menu that was the issue. Portions seemed smaller too, but that could be the economy, I don't know. Overall, the food was hit or miss, but I still got what I really wanted: a nice Mother's Day dinner with my sons, good conversation, and a magically manifested parking spot in Orange. Hard to be too mad about that. read more

Happy Hour and a birthday celebration. This was a great experience very and they even comped us dessert. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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Food: - salmon bagel: 4/10, not great but not bad either - French toast: 5/10, not really French toast, not too sweet Service: - ordered and received food within 15 minutes - staff checked on us during the meal Ambiance: - lots of seating, indoor and outdoor - clean bathroom read more

Manifested the PERFECT parking spot directly across from Citrus City Grille so honestly the night started with a Mother's Day miracle. Started with the mezcal old fashioned and she was the real MVP of the evening. Smoky, smooth, delicious. I ordered the butter leaf salad -- light, fresh, tasty. Youngest ordered the brisket but wasn't vibing with the sauce. Oldest had the chicken which he described as "burned and gummy," but growing boys don't let details like that stop them from eating. We shared the crème brûlée which was less "crackly perfection" and more "creme broolay soup," but technically still edible. Disappointing overall as usually this spot is one of my favorites with consistently good food and generous portions at reasonable prices but not that day. Maybe the special Mother's Day menu was the issue. But at the end of the day, my favorite part was spending time with my sons... and the parking spot. Mostly the sons. read more

Citrus City Grille - Manifestation of a perfect parking spot in DTO - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

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We're becoming a regular here and still love it. We had Joy as our waitress again tonight and she was such a sweetheart. Ordered various pasta and the rack of lamb which were all yummy, as usual! See you soon Joy! read more

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Happening upon here was a happy accident. We happened to be in the area from picking up an item in Santa Ana and then Yelped another restaurant and tried to eat there. But when getting there at around 8:10 on a Saturday night it still had a 1.5 hour wait. Well having two littles that wasn't reasonable. So we Yelped and saw Citrus City Grille. And honestly?! It was wonderful! They were decked out for Valentine's Day. And we got to enjoy the pretty roses and balloons for it. The lighting was really dim but I imagine it was for Vday festivities. I had to brighten the pics of the menus because they were so dark without using a flash. Our server, Joy, was appropriately named. She was a delight! We ordered a Caesar salad, ribeye, and short rib. The ribeye was unfortunately pretty chewy. The short rib was truly phenomenal! It was extremely tender and just downright delicious! The Caesar salad was fresh and excellent quality. For the kids, we ordered them a grilled cheese with a side of fruit and an adult cheese pizza. The grilled cheese was what l would expect and my kiddo ate around half. Also expected. The side of fruit contained grapes, strawberries and apples. Which is a truly welcome change from the sliced melon and pineapple we usually see. It was fresh and l even ordered another order of it... The adult pizza had some flavor my son didn't like and after eating two bites, I agreed. I couldn't have eaten it either. I said it was an herb-y like taste but not rosemary and also reminded me of soap. It happened to be cinnamon, which I actually really dislike. So that tracked. I will say, my son has food allergies and I am thankful that cinnamon isn't among them but l also knew a dear former coworker who was severely allergic to cinnamon so I feel this unexpected addition to a pizza should be written on the menu. Just for transparency. I have food allergies all throughout my family but this never would be something I would think would be in pizza sauce. So I hope the owners do see this and make sure it's added in the menu somewhere. Joy was kind enough to take it off the bill since my son and I literally only ate maybe 3-4 bites of it We did order a dessert--chocolate soufflé and it was so fun to eat. I haven't eaten soufflé in years. Usually only really expensive steakhouses have them so it was super fun to find them here (that isn't a knock to this restaurant, it's a compliment to have quality food for fair prices, we don't eat often at the expensive steak places because honestly we cook better steaks at home). So especially for Valentine's Day, a soufflé was the absolute perfect dream to end our meal. It was fabulous. We ate it all. I hope next time we come the sticky toffee pudding is on the menu. Hint, hint . If we are ever back in the area, we will definitely come back here again. read more

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Citrus City Grille is a great restaurant in downtown Orange. It is very large and even has a covered patio. I came on a Saturday, but it looks like Monday - Friday they have $15 lunch specials! Since it was on the regular menu, we asked if we were still able to get any of the specials (thinking maybe it was just a price difference). Our very kind server informed us that there were only 3 items there they'd be able to make. We asked if they could still do the BLT. He thought so, but needed to ask the chef. He came back and said they were unable to make it at all. We thought that was so strange, because they have a club sandwich on the menu that has all the same ingredients but just turkey and cheese added and 1 extra slice of bread. So, we asked if we could get the club and remove the turkey. So, it was basically a BLT! I'm not sure if there was some kind of mis communication or what that was all about. Our food was pretty good, but some of the bacon was nearly raw. The shoestring fries were an A++ though. Id go back just for them! Plus, my Arnold Palmer was perfectly sweetened and refreshing! read more

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Citrus City Grille is one of those Old Town Orange gems that just gets it. Tucked along a lively stretch of the circle, it's the kind of place where the energy spills onto the sidewalk--in the best way. We opted for the outdoor heated patio, which turned out to be the perfect decision: cozy, vibrant, and prime people-watching for a great date-night-meets-friends or family night vibe. The food? Crowd-pleasing across the board--which is no small feat when you're dining with 10 people. Every plate arrived beautifully presented, generously portioned, and thoughtfully priced. There were zero regrets at the table, only enthusiastic fork-sharing and "you have to try this" moments. Not pictured were the tantalizingly tasty cocktails: pear drop, zombie-something and the blueberry lemon drop martini which were fantastic! The surprise standout was the soup du jour. A cream-based cabbage soup doesn't exactly scream excitement...until you taste it. Rich, comforting, and wildly better than its humble name suggests, it stole the show in the most unexpected way. Another highlight was the watermelon salad with grilled chicken--fresh, light, and perfectly balanced. Juicy, delicate chunks of sweet watermelon paired with feta, cherry tomatoes, and tender grilled chicken, all tossed in a bright, fruity vinaigrette. It was refreshing, satisfying, and honestly the kind of dish you keep thinking about after the meal is over. Between the delicious food, welcoming atmosphere, and unbeatable location, Citrus City Grille nailed it as a perfect family meet-up spot--central, charming, and surrounded by the lovely buzz of downtown Orange. It's the kind of place that makes you linger a little longer and already plan your return before the check hits the table. We'll definitely be back--hungry and happy. read more

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This place was recommended for Sunday brunch and looking at social media pushed us to check this place out. The Sunday brunch food was ok. The service was impeccable , our server was so attentive and such a joy to have. The buffet has a few things that were pretty tasty, like the carving stations, and the bacon was crispy. There were no egg dishes , but you can order some for an extra fee. Overall, was a bit pricier for what you get, and if you go with 6 or more people they will add 20% gratuity automatically. For 5 adults, and 2 kids and few drinks was $500. read more

Had a lovely "goodbye" dinner with my roommate after she moved out. We had talked about trying this place, and we are so happy we did! The atmosphere was very classy and felt high class even though we were dressed more casual. We shared a few appetizers including the bacon wrapped figs and calamari. She had the sea bass with risotto, I had the prime rib dip, and my fiance had the burger. We each had one or two drinks (very strong!) Honestly, everything we had was delicious. Our waitress was very sweet and helped us made decisions about our drinks and dishes. I forgot to take any photos, but we would definitely come again to try some new items! read more

Citrus City Grille - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

My wife and I visited The Citrus Girl this evening expecting a positive dining experience, but were disappointed. Our server, Ava, was excellent; however, the kitchen fell short. My husband's meatloaf arrived with insufficient gravy, leaving half of it dry. By the time additional gravy was brought, the meal was already cold took kitchen 15 minutes to get gravy. When we asked to speak with a manager, Vinny, the General Manager, interrupted my husband with "calm down, sir," despite him remaining composed. Although Vinny offered to remake the dish, we were ready to leave. He did remove the meal from the bill, which we appreciated. That said, we were dissatisfied with how the situation was handled, particularly the manager's choice of words and overall conduct. read more

Citrus City Grille - Meatloaf - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

My girlfriend and I LOVE it here! We've always had excellent service, the food is KILLER (currently craving the pear martini and the bread with the delicious vinaigrette dressing), and we love sitting on the beautiful patio, but inside is beautiful too!! This has quickly become a favorite spot of ours, we talk about it constantly. We'll be back soon! read more

Vinny is very professional manager and so kind. I was amazed with the delicious food especially the wild caught Chilean Sea Bass fish with creamy asparagus risotto!! Highly recommended check out their happy hour only 10$ for the sashimi and ceviche read more

Citrus City Grille - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

This review is for their Valentine's Day Celebration Dinner. 5 stars all around, especially for their service. Hubbie and I had celebrated a week early, and decided to stroll around Orange Circle on Valentine's Day. We decided to go early (around 4), and see where we can enjoy early dinner. When we saw Citrus City Grille, it lured us in with balloons, rose centerpieces and Valentine's Day decorations. They were so kind to accommodate us without previous reservations. I also loved that they did not have an overpriced prefix menu, but special Valentine's Day menu with delicious food items. I ordered their filet with Brie cheese melted on top. It was so delicious. We put in the chocolate soufflé dessert order in ahead of time, and it was so worth it. It takes some time to prepare, so always good to order ahead. And yes, it is worth the wait. Thank you, Citrus City Grille, for your excellent customer service, delicious food, and a memorable Valentine's Day celebration! read more

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Came here with my husband on a Saturday morning for breakfast and they immediately sat us on the patio. Our server / manager was so warm with her service. We ordered the chilaquiles and house breakfast burrito. Both were delicious and we had a great view of people watching on the outside patio. read more

Citrus City Grille - Chilaquiles - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

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Came here for a lunch and evening was great from being greeted to our meals. Hostess have us an option either outdoor or indoor sitting. We decided to sit outdoor patio so we can people watch but also it was a beautiful sunny day! Sunday brunch was offer $59.99 adults and $25.99 children under 12. But we opt out on ala cart lunch menu. There was also bottomless mimosas I had the Greek Salad & Avocado Toast. The salad was refreshing and it came in a big bowl that I was able to share with my two girlfriends. Avocado toast was perfect with over porched eggs and came with potatoes. Both of my friends order the Steak and eggs, it was a good portion of slice steaks. Our waitress was very friendly and would check up on us. Definitely would come back and try their fluffy pancakes! read more

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I went to Citrus City Grille Sunday brunch buffet. They had so much food with waffles, eggs, pancakes, sausage and berries, handmade whipping cream. I went for the prime rib, roasted potatoes, vodka cheese pasta and shrimp cocktail with their feta cheese been and corn salad. OMG! every single dish was so good and delicious, suculant and it was all you can eat. The bloody mary, champagne mimosas, soda, coffee, tea included with the price was so affordable. I recommend if you or with your family it is so worth it. The restaurant staff was classy and courteous, and positive vibes. read more

Multi culinary menu with choices featuring Italian, Greek, American and French cuisine. Wild Caught King Salmon Sautéed spinach, roasted potatoes, pesto sauce. I thought it was a brilliant pairing of pesto with the succulent salmon meat. A nice balance of tartness, zesty and neutral from the potatoes. It's also more volume than it initially shows. French onion soup (soup du Jour) Appearance is low key hurting. I mean, it looks like someone just microwaved it. This was confirmed with the viscous broth reminiscent of a packaged product. Tagliatelle Wild mushroom, thyme, shallots, marsala cream sauce. Fantastic mushroom sauce - not too rich and very flavorful. Roasted Beet Very nicely presented and prepared. An interesting sauce provides some contrasting flavors but the real winner here is the soft texture of the beets - almost cuts through like butter. That's all... read more

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Went back a second night in a row had to shrimp, scampi, calamari, and a hamburger, really really good food great service #EpicMeal read more

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This restaurant is located in Old Town Tustin. In terms of parking, there are street parking available right in front of the restaurant. If you don't mind a 8min walk, you can also park at the West Public Parking Structure for free. I went to this restaurant as part of an event so I didn't take many photos. But the restaurant and the location is beautiful. Situated amongst vintage shops and coffee shops, the area looks like something straight out of a Hallmark movie. Wait staff were very nice, restaurant was clean, and food was great! I got the sea bass risotto and it was delicious. They have a selection of wine but you will need to ask if you want any nonalcoholic drinks. I saw some ppl get a variety of pizza and pasta dishes and it all looked amazing. Can't wait to be back and try some other items on the menu! read more

The food was really good. The scalloped potatoes were amazing. The ribs were so tender and flavorful. Loved the variety. Will def go back. Would've preferred more of a dessert selection but since they had crepes, French toast and pancakes that were really good, it didn't ruin the experience. Next time will get a reservation. Customer service was nice. read more

Citrus City Grille - The ribs were so tender - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

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The food, drinks and desserts here are amazing. Everything is prepared so well thought out. My whole party enjoyed everything we ordered. The service was very friendly and accommodating. read more

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Customer Service: Great customer service! The hostess is right out front, so we walked up and was helped right away. We informed her that we were just popping in for a quick bit at the bar and she welcomed us in. Everyone was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which is one of the most important aspects to a great dining experience! Parking: Parking on a Friday (and I imagine the weekend) can be quite tough on the street, especially because of all the permit0only parking. This is a really cute area to explore with interesting little shops, so it's quite popular. Good news is, there's parking in the back (there's a lot where you don't need to pay and then a lot where you do). This is pretty normal for places like this. Pricing: Prices are expected for a nice restaurant, especially in the area, it's very reasonable. Most items are in the $20-$25 price range, with items both below and above this price. They do also have Happy Hour, though I didn't explore the menu too much since we were only there for a short time. Food & Drinks: Food, absolutely delicious. They make it so fast and it tastes perfect. Best calamari I've probably ever had - just the right about of crispy and softness (for me, I'm not a super crunchy person). Ahi Tuna Poke was super fresh. Sliders were amazing. I don't think you can go wrong with anything here. Shout-out to the bartender, Vince. His mixology skills are top-notch. He was very accommodating about us not being drinkers, so he made us both an alcoholic and non-alcoholic drink; I really appreciated that! Atmosphere: It was very chill when we came in. Nice sit-down restaurant vibes, but very relaxed and a good place to go out with friends and/or family. I think it was a big enough space that it would also be great for groups. As I mentioned, we sat at the bar, which seems like what everyone else was opting for to do as well lol. It was pretty fun! I would love to come back to explore the rest of their menus and their other offerings - I see some specials like brunch, etc.? Can't wait! read more

Citrus City Grille - Yummy drink - smelled and tasted divine! - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

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I'm going to call this place The House of Smiles!! Before we stepped inside a gentleman welcomed us on the sidewalk with a huge smile on his face. He took us inside to be seated and introduced us to another smiling face. She took us to our table. Then Joan came to our table side with a big smile. I genuinely think that all those smiles were because they knew we were in for a treat! First they sat down a bottle of water, fresh bread made in house, their already mixed dipping sauce. Okurrr! I ordered the Butternut Squash Soup. Oh my sweet Lord it's very delicious!! Then the calamari with tomatoes, a sauce drizzled over them and a lemon wedge on the side should win a prize. It was cooked perfectly. They are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. NOT RUBBERY AT ALL! Even the Charred Edamame had a sauce on it like I've never had before. They didn't just throw some salt on it. The yummy Pappardelle pasta was magnificent. They have a nice variety of different salads. Yes, that was scrumptious too! I love the ambiance. The restaurant is large enough to seat parties and still have room to seat other people. I didn't feel crowded. They have a bar with several televisions. They had sports and a few other things showing on the TV's. Joan gets 100 stars from me! Thank you. We will be back. read more

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I had a rare Sunday off so my family and I decided to go to Citrus City Grille's infamous AYCE Sunday Brunch. We actually found this unique and delicious restaurant from a trending Tik Tok video! Our waitress we had was actually in the video! Which made it an even more fun experience! All the food looked so good on video, so we decided to give this place a try! This place was very nicely decorated, organized, and the food smelled delicious! We were greeted by host and were seated in our table in a jif. With our empty stomachs growling, we cracked our hands, unbuckled our belts, and walked to our tables excitedly! Breakfast was on the left tables and lunch on the right side tables. They had a plethora of mouthwatering options - from Belgium waffles, pancakes, bacon, sausage, savory toppings, eggs, shrimp salad to prime rib, chicken, pastas, desserts, and more! Now the more part - You can also order omelets, all types of benedicts, mimosas, and bloody marys from the menu as part of the brunch buffet... We both got mimosas and this is one of the places that paid attention to your flutes and made sure it's never empty! We absolutely loved that! The food was absolutely delicious and of such superb quality. It's restaurant quality food that made us all forget that we are at a brunch buffet. The once seemed hefty $49 /person price tag suddenly seemed very reasonable after our amazing brunch experience! After an hour of full monty gluttony sins, I unbuttoned the lower half of my shirt to let my belly breathe. Thank goodness I was wearing a loose fitting shirt or else my shirt buttons would have popped off. The staff all around provided exceptional service, and exchanged genuine conversations! A huge thanks to Charlie who educated us more about the wide array of delicious food options that goes on these serving trays and also made us feel so welcomed! read more

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Such a cute place to have brunch!!!! Especially if you're already at the circle. We sat outside and brought our pup and it was the perfect time. We got the poke and burrata and both were so yummy! Would def love to try more things on their menu and hit up happy hour or come for dinner. The inside is also really cute and our servers were all so sweet. All in all, this place is a gem! read more

Citrus City Grill is fantastic. The food, the ambiance and the service is consistently great. My faves are the Caesar salad w grilled salmon, and the sea bass. Everyone's food at our table looked fantastic and everyone enjoyed their food very much. Great place for brunch as well. Tons of tables filled with delicious options. You will not be disappointed. I'll be back for another family dinner. read more

Delicious brunch! Servers were good. Food is fresh, hot and tasty! Great ambiance for the Sunday brunch. Thank you!

I love sitting in the patio to feel the fresh air and people watch! I can never say no to their delicious bread w vinaigrette sauce. My favorite is their white fish plates but overall everything I've tried is tea good. This is my go spot for a late lunch during the week. read more

Maybe come for their regular service, but we went to their Easter Brunch today. We were a large party of 15 with a reservation. Our reservation was early and one of the first tables. The first thing they told us as we got sat down was that we only had 90 mins to eat. We got sat down and there was no waiter to greet us or anything for probably around 10 mins. Some of our party went ahead to join the food line for the buffet. The set up for the buffet was a bit chaotic and the line curved in the small hallway by the back near the restrooms. There was one table of breakfast foods and salad/ cold foods. There was another table by the bar with the carving station, hot brunch items, and desserts. The lines kept meeting in the middle. The plates were only by the back near the breakfast items. Egg dishes had to be ordered through your server.The two times I went to the breakfast line there were no crepes or pancakes. I never saw them put them out and their spots on the buffet remained empty. They had waffles and french toast though. We finally got our drinks mainly juice, water, and coffee. Some of the table ordered their egg dishes. After awhile scrambled eggs came out, but two of our eggs Benedict orders got sent to another table. The english muffin was not toasted and it was tough to eat. All the food in general was just okay. Overall, the service seemed short staffed and unprepared for a buffet service. read more

Citrus City Grille - Poke, pasta, ribs, potatoes, bacon, french toast. - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

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We had an excellent group.lunch st Citrus City Grille! I have been here several times and always impressed with the food and service. Have a large group can be a hit or miss! Food and service was excellent! We came after a group visit to The Hilbert Museum.of California Art. It was very easy working with Deanna. We were able to do everything by email including selecting a limited menu to offer to our guests. The offerings were perfect and not one complaint (this group of women is tough to please!). Drink orders were taken right after we sat down. Attentive service to take more drink orders or refill our non-alcoholic beverages. Food orders came out all close together, pleasantly surprised! Generous portions, as expected and many left with leftovers! We definitely plan to return as a group and I will be taking my family again and again! Thank you for a great experiencea read more

Citrus City Grille - Citrus Salad with Chicken - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

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We had such a wonderful experience at Citrus City Grille at the Orange Circle! We were celebrating two special birthdays--my mother-in-law's and a close friend's mother--and the afternoon couldn't have been more perfect. Our server, Luis, was incredibly kind, attentive, and accommodating to everything we needed throughout the meal. He truly helped make the celebration feel special. The food was absolutely scrumptious, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. We chose to sit on the patio, where the sun was shining and the weather was beautiful. Even though it was warm, the overhead fans kept the air moving and made it very comfortable. Another big plus is that they offer parking in the back of the restaurant, which is a huge convenience in the Orange Circle area. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and we'll definitely be back! Thank you Luis! You are an excellent server! read more

Citrus City Grille - Birthday celebration - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

Made a Mother's Day reservation for 9:00 AM and have not been seated almost an hour later after waiting in the same line as everyone else. Definitely don't recommend making reservations here for any special occasion. Will not be returning. read more

I've been here once before, but decided to go during one of their weekend brunch on a Sunday. I was pleasantly surprised, easy to get seated, not too crowded. Good selection of food, they had a buffet style brunch. Also if you wanted you can ask for champagne for an added charge. It's $65-$70 per person for brunch. Not terribly expensive but a little pricey, still worth it. Clean restroom and clean establishment. Fast and friendly staff, very attentive. Definitely will be back read more

Happy Hour 2025 Aug Sat on Patio with the Fab 4 to advantage of HH Sadly the menu has diminished and they were out of all draft beers - how does that happen??? More to come read more

Citrus City Grille - Happy Hour Aug 2025 (1/2) - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

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we always eat here and recommend to all our friends. NEVER EAT HERE again. very disappointed as this is where we and our friends always eat . famous prime rib sandwich -awful 2 pieces of dryed out meat on stale bun no au jus service awful the bartender forgot to add cheese and onions (paid extra) brought back the food and forgot Au Jus then disappeared for 15 min. we asked another server for help. the bartender reappeared no apology or acknowledgement. manager was not onsite, we were told. read more

We came to grab a quick bite to eat and Nikki was our server and wow! What amazing service she gave! We got the patty melt and caprese sandwich and it was amazing but the service is what got us! We will be coming back! read more

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I'm stuck between a 3 and 4-star rating for this place! It's one of those nice restaurants that "looks good" but really its just okay, and let me tell you why! To start off, the place is very boujee-looking, and I felt underdressed. It was packed, and I'm glad we could be seated immediately. The hostess and waiter were very friendly and decently attentive to us. We started the meal with calamari, which had a good crunch until we reached the middle, where the pieces were doused in the spicy sauce they added. I wasn't a big fan of the sauce because the waiter said it was lightly drizzled, but I thought it was soaked in the middle. The prime rib dip was good with the Au Jus, but the sandwich needed to be more flavorful, and the meat was dry! I wish they had added pepper or horseradish sauce. I'm not dying to come back here! read more

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The Belgian waffle was absolutely delicious, but it was the outstanding service and cozy, welcoming ambiance that truly made the outing perfect. Sarah, our server, was incredibly personable and attentive. We absolutely loved her and she made the experience even more memorable. read more

Citrus City Grille - Belgian Waffle - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California

So glad to have found this place! One of our best experiences around Orange and Anaheim, since moving from the Miami area four months ago. The food is great, varied and very well curated. I was also pleasantly surprised by their wine list and that they had one of my favorite Mexican wines on it. Staff and managers are friendly and attentive, and the overall ambiance is just right. We are definitely returning soon! read more

Citrus City Grille - Desserts Near Me - Orange, California