Italian Express

This review is for Tiffany, who is an absolute gem! She went…read moreabove and beyond to make sure my not-so-fried chicken was flavorful and just right. She took the time to explain the menu to us, made sure we knew what was good and in season, and even recommended the crispy tenders for my son--which he absolutely devoured in seconds! Tiffany isn't just here to do a job. You can genuinely feel her passion, care, and positive attitude, and that's what made this visit so memorable for me. I've been to several Mendo locations, but moving forward, this is the location I'll be coming back to--not just for the food, but because Tiffany is here. I'm not sure if the management team will see this review, but if you do, please give Tiffany a well-deserved pat on the back--and honestly, a raise! I hope her level of passion and hospitality becomes the standard for everyone at this Mendo. Thank you, Tiffany, for making our experience so special!

This review is for Tiffany N. who works here, I cannot thank her enough. I am absolutely moved by…read moreher tremendous customer support but also her humanity. When you think there are no good people out there, you meet a Tiffany and she restores your faith in the world. Tiffany went above and beyond and truly made my month. It was my first time at this location and is now my favorite. I have been going to Mendocino Farms since 2014 when they opened in Orange County and been an absolute fan since. Tiffany truly went above and beyond. I have had the longest week. Tiffany was so kind, helpful, and absolutely life changing. I wish the world was filled with more Tiffany's, life would be better if it were. She even got my children placemats with crayons. Her compassion is truly unbelievable in the way she shows up. I will never forget Tiffany's kindness and her heart. I wish her only the best and that she always receives the same amount of love and generosity back to her. Thank you so much, Tiffany, you have no idea how much you mean to me. Thank you for everything!

Bright and cheerful inside!

Thai Mango Salad

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The Happy Hippie (no cheddar)

Postino Park Place

I gave Postino Park Place in Irvine 3 stars. The location itself is a really nice, clean, and…read moremodern restaurant with a great vibe, but the overall experience was definitely a mixed bag. We ordered a bunch of bruschetta to share for the table, and while they were good, they were honestly lacking that real "wow" factor. For my main, I ordered the P.R.E.A.M. bowl and found it to be quite mediocre. It was pretty plain overall, and all of the vegetables inside were extremely undercooked. While the food was average, the service was pretty much zero stars. It was extremely spotty throughout the entire meal, our drinks were never refilled, and to make matters worse, they actually charged us for coffee that never showed up at our table. It's a lovely space with decent light bites, but the food execution fell short and the severe service issues really dragged down the experience.

First time here with my girlfriend, and Ivanna P. Was an absolute gem. We had great food, cold…read moredrinks and amazing service. We're new to the area and searching for our new watering hole. Ivanna was the convincer! See ya soon!

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0.3 mi

A special shout to our server Leonardo. Thank you for the great service and for recommending us the…read morelava cake! It was so delicious!

Andrew was great oh my gosh he was the best he was able to help us when it was super busy on a…read moreSaturday night and that was really fun

Dining area

Chicken Kabob Plate

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Lamb Chops

The Parlor

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We have been going to different pizza restaurants around Orange County the last few Friday nights…read more More reviews to come on the others. Tonight we tried The Parlor for the first time. The is renowned chef Jimmy Stafford wood-fired pizza, fresh pasta, seasonal salads, Italian breads & authentic gelato, restaurant in Tustin. It was amazing. We ordered the Rigatoni Bolognese with beef short rib ragù, and grana padano, along with a sausage + peppers pizza that has san marzano tomatoes, basil, stracchino, fennel sausage, red onion, and pickled cherry peppers. Both were absolutely delicious. The ragù tasted like something straight out of Bologna, Italy. The fennel sausage and pickled cherry peppers combined to provide a sweet and spicy, rich and savory combination that made me devour it. The staff, especially Maria, were friendly, courteous, and attentive. The dining area is in a warehouse like atmosphere with an outdoor area reminiscent of a microbrewery, perfect for groups or families. This is one of our favorite pizzas so far. We will be definitely be coming back!

Best Margherita Pizza in Orange County!…read more I have been ordering pizzas from The Parlor for a long time. Although they serve other food, I have always ordered margherita pizzas. In my humble opinion, they make the best pizza in Orange County! MARGHERITA PIZZA IS DELICIOUS. Each hand-made pizza features premium fior di latte mozzarella cheese layered on top of fresh red tomato sauce. The crust is thin and chewy, with just the right amount of char characteristic of a true Neopolitan pizza. All pizzas are cooked to perfection in a wood-fired oven; and all of my pizza orders have been flawless. Thank you very much to Jimmy and his hard-working kitchen crew. My pizzas have been absolutely delicious! GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE. The front counter staff is very friendly and makes every customer feel genuinely welcome. They are personable and efficient, and work really hard to deliver meals to their customers as quickly as possible, even when there is a long line of customers. Everything is clean and pristine and the menu is easy to read. Thank you very much to Megan and her amazing counter crew! TL/DR: the pizzas from The Parlor are delicious and worth the wait!

Fiori E Limone Pizza

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•$$$

Absolutely amazing dinner tonight. Our server Joseph was super attentive and very quick to give us…read moreanything we needed. Also, provided excellent food recommendations. We had the ahi poke appetizer, fish and chips, and the barramundi sea bass. All were delicious. Just a great experience overall!

Love Pacific Catch! Prices on par with the quality of food…read more Service has always been good. Staff is always smiling and so is my family while enjoying a great meal. Love the options ! Absolutely LOVE the warm Lobster Roll ! Once a month at LEAST for us.... Enjoy your first visit... it won't be your last. Welcome to the Pacific Catch lovers club!

Interior

Edamame Steamed

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Barramundi Sea Bass | Vietnam, Sesame Green Beans, Thai Brussels

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Heather was the best! She was super nice, helpful, and attentive. She never forgot anything we…read moreasked for and made our experience at Lazy Dog great. Definitely one of the best servers we've had!

First time trying Lazy Dog, and honestly was not expecting much, besides typical fast casual…read moredining. However, my boyfriend and I came during their happy hour and they had such a vast amount of choices of apps and drinks for a really good price. Everything including their service was above average as well! We definitely enjoyed trying as many appetizers as we could and will be coming back to try the rest. Special shout out to our server Hector, he helped us choose all of our delicious items and gave us great service.

Inside

BBQ Ranch Bacon Burger

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Okay, so apparently I liked this place enough to come twice in one day brunch AND dinner. That…read moreshould tell you something! After trying both, I definitely preferred brunch. The food was honestly just okay for me. Nothing bad, but nothing that made me think, "Wow, I need to come back for this dish." Where this place really shines is the interior and ambiance. The restaurant is beautifully designed, and the overall vibe is really nice. It's definitely one of those places where you come for the atmosphere as much as the food. Service was also just okay. Nothing terrible, but nothing particularly memorable or impressive either. If I had to choose between brunch and dinner, I'd go with brunch without hesitation. The ambiance gets a from me, while the food and service were more of a "meh, it's alright."

Blueberry -- Disappointing service, wouldn't come back. The doors are always left open, so flies…read moreare constant -- a real hygiene concern. A staff member gave me permission to bring in food I'd ordered elsewhere. But another woman (unclear if manager) stood with arms crossed, shaking her head at me like I was an animal, then lectured me without listening when I explained I'd been given permission. Approving something and then shaming the customer for it makes no sense. We packed up everything and left, with no apology. This place needs to fix its service.

Inside of the store

TRUFFLE PARMESAN FRIES

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Urban Plates

4.4(2.3k reviews)

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Food was great as always. Really appreciate the service and care from Belle. She took care of our…read morebirthday girl! Fun place to get together with a large group.

i love grabbing food from urban plates when i want a filling but guilt-less lunch. their food is…read morealways made so fresh, and i like that i can feel good about what i'm eating. it can feel a little pricey at times, but it ends up being worth it in quality. my go-to order is the chopped caesar (no tomato, add egg) with ahi tuna, which always hits. if i'm feeling a little ambitious, i'll throw in a side of mac and cheese (i love that they started adding breadcrumbs to the recipe), or the herb roasted potatoes. delicious every time! it helps that the staff is always very friendly as well and quick to help.

(I ain't using my hands to grab each leaf, and why do I gotta cut it all up myself? I looked like an idiot trying to eat a whole leaf.

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Beet Salad (with Goat Cheese)

Sourdough & Co

3.8(133 reviews)

4.6 mi

The food at Sourdough & Company is delicious the bread, clam chowder, and sandwiches are all very…read moregood. Unfortunately, the service was almost nonexistent. You order your food yourself on an iPad at the register, and then the wait begins. It took about 20 minutes to receive a clam chowder bread bowl, even though the chowder was already prepared and the bread bowl was already made. Essentially, they just needed to put everything in a bag and hand it over. The food is good, but the service is far too slow for what you're getting. Delicious food, but not worth a 20-minute wait for something that should take just a few minutes.

I'm sure there's some saying by some famous person that talks about how essential grape bread is to…read morethe sandwich so whatever it is I'll suck that as the great fresh baked sourdough bread is what make S & Co. A great place for someone looking for a fresh made sandwich on fantastic bread. Although preferences can differ, I was still that a great sandwich on sourdough bread have a little bit of a crunch to it so I appreciate the sandwiches are warmed up just to the point where the bread gets to the right point that the ingredients inside are still right where they need to be. Very enjoyable meal! Service as great and indoor seating was comfortable.

Inside

Crispy crunch chicken sandwich

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Smoked Brisket

Mori’s

highly recommended! i got the pistachio matcha and the banana cream matcha. they are not too sweet.read more

Mori's is pretty hidden but super cute and welcoming establishment!…read more I ordered a coconut coffee and it was pretty good, you are able to adjust the sweetness of your drinks which is really convenient. I got 50% sweet and the drink itself was really satisfying as the coconut flavor in the coffee really popped out (I usually find other coffee places to lack a good coconut flavor but this place did amazing). Not to mention, I absolutely adore the workers here, the kindest young ladies ever! They made my day with their compliments and generous customer service! Definitely recommend everyone to give this place a try!

Seasonal Fruity Matcha

Energy Grain Bowl

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Nicolas N.

195

3 years ago

Prepare to be amazed by the incredible, super-sized Italian NY-style pizzas served at this establishment. The crust is simply outstanding, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. With fantastic lunch specials on offer, I've had the pleasure of indulging in their delicious offerings countless times. The accompanying salads are truly colossal, though I do wish they offered a wider variety of salad dressings. Nonetheless, it hardly detracts from the overall experience. The staff at this pizzeria are not only exceptionally friendly but also consistently provide top-notch service. If you choose to dine in, you'll be treated to the cozy ambiance of a neighborhood pizza joint, complete with movies playing in the background. It adds a delightful touch to the overall experience. In conclusion, this place goes above and beyond to deliver excellent service, delectable pizzas with a generous crust, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. It's a gem near your office that I highly recommend exploring for a truly enjoyable dining experience. read more

Bavarian H.

4 years ago

P6. Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken & Broccoli I usually don't leave reviews, but decided this was necessary. Check out the broccoli on my fettuccine Alfredo, not sure how many I ate like that. Chicken tastes bad and unpleasant looking. Quality: very questionable. Taste: 4/10 I would have been happy if the quantity of food was less but the quality was better. Cook needs training. Owners need to review quality of their produce and meats. Visited here twice, both times were unpleasant. I will not be returning to this restaurant. read more

Paul S.

12 years ago

Tried this place for the first time. Pizza was pretty good. Good sauce and pretty cheesy. Stuffed shells were ok. Was expecting more but didn't live up to the hype provided by the cashier. Spinach Ravioli was good. I would go back for that and the pizza. I was pleasantly surprised with the antipasto salad though. One of the better ones I've had. All in all for the price I would recommend it. read more

Abraham L.

9 years ago

Best Pizza in Tustin! If you like an authentic thin crust pizza order the gigantic, the thin crust is perfect and makes a perfect fold. It is a family owned mom and pop shop. The owners are super friendly and they actually care if you like their food. On days when I don't have anyone to share the gigantic pizza with, I get the sausage panini, also delicious! read more

candice a.

15 years ago

Love this place, get the spicy itallian sandwich, its BOMB! they use kind of a french baguette which is buttered, then the meat and vegis is put on, toasted, whith some italian dressing. They have a lunch special too which makes it more affordable. read more

Leo M.

12 years ago

Just had a tasty family dinner here today. They have a family deal that let us eat for about $20. Great pizza, pasta and salad. We each had a little of everything. read more

Jesse A.

7 years ago

This place has the best pizza in Tustin. Family owned, and always friendly service. I recommend getting extra cheese, but it's great either way. read more

Jack T.

255

148

8 years ago

The pizza was nothing special. Wasn't bad but wasn't great. If you're looking for a place that jumps out at you, this is not the place.

Tom G.

4 years ago

The food is always great and the service is excellent one serving usually feeds two people

Jeff C.

12 years ago

This place is great! Pizza is good, and the sandwiches are great! Also great price's

Daniel B.

11 years ago

Nice owners, food was good, but not great. Need more help in the restaurant.

Felipe M.

9 years ago

Fast service, good price, excellent delivery service and rates.

Daniel N.

6 years ago

This is a wonderful little take out Italian place...

Gerald N.

5 years ago

Employees do not wear masks. Dine at your own risk.

Harley C.

702

11 years ago

Food is very tasty and good...very friendly staff.

Nick M.

256

113

11 years ago

For the $ I believe you can find much better food.

Robyn M.

Elite 18

10 years ago

One of our favorite OC pizza places we've found!

John R.

475

12 years ago

This place is pretty good for lunch.

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