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    Formosan Restaurant

    4.0 (324 reviews)

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Red Flame

    Red Flame

    4.0
    (1.4k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    I was glad to see they still had this location, since the one in Westminster closed. This one is…read morelocated in a small plaza in Artesia with a good amount of parking. They have a ton of tables for both big and small groups. They told us that they don't have steak anymore and it was crossed out from their menu. The servers were friendly and quick. I enjoy this place for their variety of soups and noodles. I like their shabu since the amount of meat is perfect. Their hot pots are great too. The garlic noodles the perfect amount of garlicky. Their chicken katsu was nice and crispy. The price is reasonable for this spot and food is great!

    Stopped by for lunch earlier today and it was a good spot to scratch that hot pot itch!…read more I ordered the Kimchi hot pot which I shared with a friend. We opted to get the vermicelli noodles instead of the white rice. The pot took around 10-15 minutes to arrive. The server lit up the pot for us. It was loaded with plenty of kimchi and plenty of meat and seafood like shrimp, fish balls, imitation crab, and tofu. The flavor of the broth was decently strong, not the spiciest I've had but not the weakest. It was quite filling for the both of us and adding the noodles towards the end helped fill up the pot overall. The interior of the restaurant has plenty of seating with booths and tables. Service was friendly and helpful. Overall it's a decent spot for hot pot with friends and family with plenty of broth options to choose from and add ons as well.

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    Red Flame
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    Katsumura

    Katsumura

    4.2
    (736 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    This placed really surprised me. Didn't even know it was even there and I go to this plaza often…read more It's a lot bigger inside than expected and has a good vibe to it. Got the main dish with curry and it was really good! The beef was good quality and they gave me a stone fire grill to cook it over. Curry was great as well. Not a fan of the sui mai, so skip that if you're eyeing it.

    This is one of my favorite Japanese restaurants! It may seem a bit pricey at first, but once you…read moresee the portion sizes and experience the quality of the food, the price feels fair. My go to order is the katsu, with or without the curry, both are delicious. The meal is served as breaded, sliced beef cutlets, and you're given a small tabletop grill to finish cooking the meat to your preferred doneness. It's easy to use, even for someone like me who can't cook! The meal also comes with a platter of sides, including seaweed, cabbage, macaroni salad, and wasabi. My partner and his dad have also ordered the Beef of Two, which was perfect for sharing and another great option. The restaurant is small but very efficient, and they do a great job of getting guests seated and served quickly. It's definitely a spot worth trying at least once if you're looking for high quality Japanese food dining experience. Lastly, I forgot to mention how great the customer service is which is importantly to the experience. The male in one our pictures remembered our group after only 1x visit which shows how attentive they are.

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    Inside has bar seating too.
    Inside has bar seating too.
    Katsu +Udon Combo
    Katsu +Udon Combo
    Pork Cheese Katsu Plate.

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    Pork Cheese Katsu Plate.
    Luka

    Luka

    4.5
    (86 reviews)
    0.8 mi

    Luka just closed at the end of June, but thought I'd put in a last review for them, both to…read moredocument what a great dining experience I had and in hopes that they'll reopen again in some capacity! Located in the same space at Bakers and Baristas, the restaurant was flipped into Luka in the evening hours. Dimly lit for a romantic vibe, the ambiance was warm yet approachable. What initially drew me to Luka was seeing photos of their Chicken Liver Mousse! The mousse itself is rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious! It comes on a croissant with a seasonal fruit compote (ours was blueberry). It's also so gorgeous! A dish that truly tasted as good as it looks. The next dish we had was the Grilled Oyster Mushrooms. These completely blew us away! Something about the use of agrodolce, garlic, fennel pollen, chili powder, and red harissa made the flavor so savory and complex. I've never had mushrooms prepared in this way before. I will really miss these! We also had the Brussel Sprouts with pork jus glaze, chicharron, scallion, and fresno. I really enjoyed the different textures from the ingredients, including the crunch from the chicharrons. We had to get one of their signature dishes, the Potato Situation! Crispy on the outside with potato and melted provolone on the inside, they give a very generous portion of parmigiano reggiano and chive dust on top. Such a fun dish to cut into! For our last dish, we got the Crab Pasta. It came with fusilli, a rich cream sauce, capers, and calabrian toasted panko--a great ending to the meal! I really enjoyed my meal here and hope that there will be plans to open up Luka again one day!

    Very delicious, though the menu and flavors aren't particularly inspired. It feels like a lot of…read moreother upscale casual restaurants, basically--but not really a knock to Luka, since they do what they do well. Hamachi crudo was excellent and probably my favorite of the night. Great zesty flavor, fresh fish. Beef tartare was very standard fare, albeit with a huge mound of chives (which I did enjoy). Portion sizes for both were bigger than expected, which was a pleasant surprise. If you're not that hungry, the appetizers here are sort of filling. As for the crab pasta: I liked it, but it's filled in with mainly shredded crab. I ended up taking it home and adding some frozen lobster tail, and that made it feel a tad more complete. Overall: Great for a casual but chic dinner.

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    Luka
    Luka
    Luka

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    Eureka!

    Eureka!

    4.0
    (1k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$
    Outdoor seating
    Casual dining

    Our group of six came here for an early dinner on a Friday. We wanted to go to BJ's originally, but…read morethere was a 45+ min wait. Some of us had been to different Eureka! locations in Northern California and suggested to check this one, which was just across the parking lot from BJ's, out. I was glad we did. Not only was there no wait, they had a very chill covered outdoor patio as well. Their indoor area had more of a sports bar feel, which was cool, too. Staff were super friendly; our server told us about their loyalty program, and gave us some great recommendations on food and drinks. We're early enough to order quite a few things off the "Hoppy Hour" menu. I had the Wild Child cocktail, which had a pretty color, and was quite yummy. We shared 3 appetizers: Truffle Cheese Fries, Crispy Glazed Brussel Sprouts, Korean Beef Frachos. All 3 were delicious, and our favorite was the beef frachos, which was like an upgraded nachos, with very flavorful/tender ribeye steak pieces and mildly spicy seasonings with cheese over crispy potato wedges. It's truly a bomb! For my entree, I had the Al Pastor Fish Taco and the Blackened Shrimp Taco. Both were scrumptious, especially the shrimp one. My husband gave me some of his Caesar Salad, which was fresh and quite good. My sister-in-law shared some of her Napa Chicken Sandwich with me; it was delightful. Our daughter had the Goat Cheese Citrus Salad with added chicken and no pecans. She enjoyed it but said the amount of chicken she got wasn't worth the additional charge. Overall, we all enjoyed our food and had a great time. With the happy hour deals, I thought their prices were very reasonable. Would definitely consider coming here again for our next gathering.

    Thanks to the GM for reaching out after my last review and inviting me back to give Eureka another…read moretry. I'm glad I did because this experience was so much better than the first. If you read my original review, you know the service was terrible. This time, though, Jorge took great care of us. He checked on us often, made sure we had everything we needed, and was friendly from start to finish. That's the kind of service I was hoping for the first time around. The food was much better too, especially the fries! Y'all know they were trash in my first review. This time they were hot and crispy. I ordered the Fresno Fig Burger with fig marmalade, goat cheese, bacon, tomato, red onion, arugula, and spicy porter mustard. Whew... that burger was good! The combination of sweet and savory flavors just worked. My husband and I ended the meal by sharing the Bourbon Barrel Cake with candied pecans, bourbon caramel, and vanilla bean ice cream. Listen, don't leave without ordering it. It was absolutely delicious.

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    Eureka!
    Eureka!
    Eureka!

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    El Manjar Mexican Grill

    El Manjar Mexican Grill

    4.3
    (6 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    El Manjar has so much to offer, and I really believe it deserves more attention. The food, service,…read moreand ambiance are all top-notch, and I can't wait to come back and share this place with others! This hidden gem is a must-visit! El Manjar transforms into La Mirage Nightclub at night, but during the day, it's a vibrant and exciting restaurant offering a surprising variety of delicious dishes. From Mexican food to steaks, pasta, sushi, pizza, and happy hour drinks and snacks, there's something for everyone. They also offer an amazing brunch buffet from 10 AM - 2 PM, with adults paying just $20 and kids $13--such a great deal for the quality and variety you get! The interior is full of energy, featuring beautiful waterfalls, bright tropical flowers, and TVs playing videos while you eat. It creates a lively atmosphere that feels like a tropical escape. The service is quick, and the presentation of everything was exceptional--everything looks as good as it tastes! When you walk in, you'll notice that to the left is the restaurant, and to the right is La Mirage Nightclub. From the moment we arrived, we were treated like VIPs. The manager personally came out to greet us, which added such a personal touch to the experience. We felt welcomed and cared for, which made our visit feel even more special. I tried the enchiladas, which were full of flavor, and the rest of my group enjoyed the specialty filet mignon, chicken parm pasta, their Mar y Tierra dish and a specialty appetizer Octopus --everything was fantastic. We also had margaritas from happy hour, and they were delicious--perfectly presented and refreshing. To top it off, a live band started playing, and they were amazing! They took requests and performed right around our table, creating a fun and lively atmosphere. It was my mom's birthday, and the staff went above and beyond by bringing out a complimentary cake with a candle and singing to her, making the day even more memorable. Be sure to follow them on Instagram at @elmanjarmexicangrill for a look at their amazing dishes and vibrant atmosphere! Business Hours: Wed-Fri: 11 AM - 7 PM Sun: 11 AM - 8 PM Closed: Mon, Tues & Sat

    Food was delicious and staff is very friendly!…read more We tried the: NY Steak with baked potato Alfredo Pasta Coconut roll Torre de marisco. Everything was perfectly cooked. Happy hour prices are great!

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    Today's speciality appetizer Octopus  with what seemed to be a spicy mayo and potato
    Today's speciality appetizer Octopus with what seemed to be a spicy mayo and potato
    El Manjar Mexican Grill
    Margarita from the happy hour! So good!

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    Margarita from the happy hour! So good!

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