This is a fun, vibrant place to get drinks and seafood. The server is friendly and attentive. They…read morehad a 10$ margarita deal for happy hour. We got mango and strawberry margaritas to drink. For our mains, we got pulpo zarandeado and seafood boil. Margaritas- They are sweet but strong. You can really taste the fruity flavors and they are quite refreshing. Pulpo Zarandeado- You get a huge piece of grilled octopus. It was fresh and perfectly seasoned with a wonderful smoky char. Served with seafood fried rice that is flavorful and seasoned potatoes with a nice crisp exterior. A solid dish! Seafood Boil- You get to pick your seafood and spice level for the sauce. We got shrimp and mussels which were fresh and meaty. The sauce has a lovely flavor with just the right amount of kick. Potatoes and corn bulk up the dish. Great experience overall!

This seafood Mexican cantina is absolutely incredible. With fresh drinks to the seafood and more…read more My wife and I stumbled across this place as we live in a nearby neighborhood and was glad that we stoped by. The colors in the grilled octopus was vibrant and the taste was insanely fresh. The service and ambience were always appealing with friendly staff and easy going vibes. Looking forward to returning and trying more dishes with family/friends in future!

impressed again. they have a large menu and such affordable prices…read more excellent seafood options too curries

I honestly almost gave this place a 5 star review until I went up to pay my bill at the end and…read morethis place showed they're just another stereotypical terrible Vietnamese-style customer service place. Ambiance is spectacular - interior is absolutely beautiful and they have amazing attention to details. Restrooms were very clean and nice too. Location is perfect - on Brookhurst in a great Vietnamese plaza off McFadden with tons of other great businesses around as well. Came here on Sunday of Labor Day weekend for dinner with a friend. We conveniently arrived around 430pm, and they surprisingly have Happy Hour on weekends as well. We ordered the Deep-fried salmon bellies, Oxtail tacos, Garlic noodles, Oysters, and later Whole Mussels Skillet all from their Happy Hour menu. We were pretty excited since they looked like really good deals. Salmon bellies, oxtail tacos, and Whole Mussels Skillet were all good. Garlic noodles - bland, needs more seasoning and greens with them such as cilantro and green onions, more cheese - something. Service - a young boy and girl, Mason and another girl helping us were very sweet. And to what made you guys lose 3 stars - "Oyster (Oyster minimum order is 1 dozen) $2" My friend and I thought this was some Happy Hour only special promo, so cool. I asked and they're just raw oysters - honestly they weren't that good, should've been cooked and seasoned in some way. Basically they didn't have to try much for these, besides ensuring they're clean and safe for consumption, but I thought it was a good deal so worth a shot trying. Then I got the bill and was like WTF? And the worse part was the lady's attitude about it, saying how it's common sense (ie you're stupid for not understanding). The obvious right way to write that is "Platter of a Dozen Oysters $24 and $2 for each additional oyster", not "Oyster (minimum a dozen) $2" - WTF, and she acted like I'm the first to call her out on that. Said she can't do anything, it's obvious, but sure she can tell someone to make a note to update the menu and seemed to roll her eyes. Mason, the young server was nice and understanding, but I couldn't stand the basic Vietnamese woman with HEAVY makeup working at the front. My friend I had dinner with found her extremely rude too. Would I come back? Not likely anymore. Would I recommend them? If you're willing to pay for nice ambiance, decent food, but GOD-AWFUL SERVICE, then be my guest. As a Vietnamese person myself, I'm ashamed of people like these for perpetuating the cheapskate Vietnamese stereotype.

Went here on a whim after doing some shopping and felt very welcome from the moment we walked in!…read moreGreat hospitality! While it looked busy we were very well taken care of still. Kymy and the manger provided us with great service. Got the chicken piccota and the "nojito," both delicious and the mocktail was very refreshing. Will definitely be back

I finally got back to Block at Orange today. My wife and I decided to have lunch at MB…read more Wow!! A lot changed entire outdoor mall.... I missed 2 more old restaurants. Completely gone. Sad, sad... We sat the booth table by the window where we'd used be in the past. We got only 2 appetizers, coconut shrimps w pina colada sweet sauce, Shrimp crab Flautas. I tried Mexican lager tab for the first time. Big surprise for the lager! So refreshing, so good....I loved it. I think the best lager so far. My wife liked flautas w shrimps crab, spicy chili dipping sauce. My wife said they didn't have any pasta w marinara sauce all the time. Only alfredo... We wish they add more pasta dishes w marinara sauce. Today we had a great time right after the 4th of July. We always liked fresh baked sour bread w creamy butter to start. Interior, ambiance, service are all great, nothing changed. Pros Parking is huge. No problem to shop and enjoy dining including watching movies all day. Cons Pasta menu: No marinara sauce Tacos: only soft shell, hope they make hard shell.

This place is great. Even greater on taco Tuesday during happy hour. I got 3 tacos and shrimp…read moreceviche for around $20. It was so filling and made me sooooo happy. The order: - Battered fish tacos: got 2, they're really big and filling. They give such big hunks of fish and the toppings of cabbage were so crisp and wonderful. The sauce was delightful. Love that I can cover this to my hearts content with whatever is at the salsa bar. I got pickled onions galore and so much green salsa (my fav!). - Gyro taco: I will pass on this. I wanted to try for the deal and see what their Mediterranean food tastes like. I didn't like it in a corn tortilla. I thought the flavors clashed. I ended up just eating the meat to get my moneys worth. - Shrimp ceviche: got it with chips instead of tostada, absolutely the right choice. This was really well prepared. No tomato sauce at all, just the way I prefer. This has LOTS of plump shrimp and it's simply made to allow all the fresh ingredients shine. I def recommend this!! I found my new Tuesday spot

Fresh, flavorful, and such a great spot…read more We came in for lunch and were lucky enough to beat the rush. There are so many things on the menu that looked amazing, so it was hard to decide what to order. We went with the grilled shrimp entrée and the whitefish entrée, and both were cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. The entrées came with roasted vegetables and a side salad, and we opted for rice as well. Everything was nicely prepared and made for a satisfying meal that still felt light and healthy. My only personal preference would be to go a little lighter on the sauce over the shrimp. It was a bit heavier than I prefer, but the shrimp itself was fantastic. The salsa bar was delicious and had a great variety to choose from. And naturally, I had to add the baklava for something sweet after the meal. It was a lovely way to finish. The service was phenomenal. Everyone was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and attentive, which really added to the experience. There's clearly a lot to explore here, and I'm already planning what I'm ordering next. Definitely a new favorite.

Was in town for a wedding and wanted to get all the Vietnamese food I could get while I'm in the…read morearea! I can never find snails or "oc" in Colorado so I was so happy to come to Oc & Lau! My family had really great things to say about it and they did not disappoint! My favorites were the snails in coconut sauce and the snails in tamarind sauce. Space was very clean and the staff is constantly running around making sure everybody is happy and doesn't need anything which is great for my family cause they always want something lol! Make sure to join the waitlist EARLY if you want to eat at a reasonable time. Our table of 8 waited about 90 mins for a table but luckily you can join right here on the Yelp app! I can't wait to come back when I'm visiting family. I'm drooling just thinking about it

Have been here three times and every single time I've enjoyed it very much…read more We always have the Chilean sea bass hot pot and grilled king scallop. The your dishes, we mix it up to try new things. All is so good! The service is good. Dishes come out fast and accurate. Very lively restaurant, since it's always busy. Bright and clean restaurant, very important.

Went here on a whim since they're open until midnight, and I'm so glad we did. The first thing that…read moresurprised me was how affordable everything was compared to other seafood boil spots. You really get a lot for the price, and the shrimp were HUGE. The sauce was packed with flavor -- the perfect balance of spice, butter, and seasoning. Simple, messy, and absolutely delicious. Service was also great. There was only one server working, but he stayed on top of everything and made sure everyone was taken care of. The place itself is a little small, but it actually made the experience feel more cozy, and we got seated right away since it wasn't too busy. Definitely feels like a hidden gem and one of those spots you almost don't want too many people finding out about. Will definitely be back.

I'm a huge fan of seafood boils and was craving some before the Mexico v. England game…read more I would say ehhhhhhh. The seasoning was good but the quality of the crawfish was not good, it was mushy and not hot (even cold at times), and the meat was small. Probably because it isn't crawfish season and it's frozen - but still was not great crawfish but the shrimp was good and thick. We got a half pound of it but felt like it was way less but it's ok. It was mid

Had to come back for a second visit and it did not disappoint. I originally planned to come with my…read morecousins, but when they canceled, I brought my mom and sister instead. It turned out even better. Everyone loved it, and it was my sister's first time trying real crab legs, which made it extra special. The pricing is fair and one bag was more than enough for the three of us. Huge shoutout to Juan. His service completely turned my mood around. He is always so attentive and genuinely makes us feel valued every time we come in. This place has easily become my favorite and experiences like that are exactly why.

First time trying boil daddy. And I am impressed. Usually these boils are too salty but it was very…read moregood here. Got some shrimp and clams. The seafood was cooked right. Not overdone. Especially for to go Got the butter garlic shrimp plate. Shrimp fried perfectly sauce was good. But one big gripe. Rice was hard. Way undercooked. Big fail. Or else be 5 stars

Sad to see this place go! If you haven't heard they're closing on April 30th, 2026. Do yourself a…read morefavor and go check them out before then! We stopped by here on my birthday for a nice evening dinner. Got there a little before sunset. There's just something magical about eating outside during a sunset, especially at the Orange Plaza. The restaurant has such a cool look and vibe! We started off with the Hamachi crudo, salmon ceviche, and a bowl of clam "chowdah". The crudo was absolutely delicious, highly recommend. The salmon ceviche was really good but a bit heavy on the sauce for me. The clam chowder had whole clams in the shell throughout. That was fun to pick them out! For entrees we got the lean and mean plate with sea bass. It comes with salad and rice, we substituted the rice for black beans. We also got the skirt steak "bulgogi" which was served on top of mushrooms and bok choy with a sweet soy sauce. They accidentally brought out salmon instead of sea bass, but were very apologetic. They brought out a sea bass on the side and comped the entree to make up for it. Great service right there! The salmon and seabass were both delicious and cooked perfectly. The steak was tender and juicy, full of flavor. As a birthday gift they brought out a thai milk tea blondie sundae which was soooo good! Get it if you like sweets. I wish the owners all the best in their future endeavors, they created a great restaurant that many will miss. Thanks to all the servers, hostesses, cooks, and bussers as well for making my birthday dinner so special!

So sad to see this place go, from what I've heard the owner and manager were given a nice…read moreopportunity. We came here four or five times with our book club, and the service has always been friendly. The owner was always awesome and let us have our annual Girl Scout Cookies and wine pairings here, along with some Conqueror challenge celebration lunches. The food was delicious. You will be missed.

We've dined here at least a dozen times and have never had an issue with anything…read more The selection, freshness, service, quantity, and quality keep us coming back for more. We started with a 1/2 dozen Kumomoto Oysters. I enjoy a splash of cocktail sauce and horseradish on mine. For dinner, I went with the Farmed Colombian Tilapia and my boyfriend had the Shrimp & Scallop Combo. I went with sautéed fresh spinach and Sweet Buttered Brentwood Corn, while he chose Brussels Sprouts with Mac and Cheese. They offer a basket of incredibly warm bread and butter. We skipped the option for dessert this time. They have indoor, bar, and outside patio seating. In inclement weather, ceiling fans or heaters help patrons stay comfortable. The restrooms are clean and the tvs show a variety of sports on them. Reservations are encouraged, especially when the Angels or Ducks are playing a home game. The same would go for a concert nearby.

Sunday for lunch at 11:30. My friend and I ordered calamari…read moreand it was good and crunchy. I ordered the Shrimp and Scallop combo with a side of Mac and garlic mashed potatoes. It's hard to explain why a Restaurant can be soo disappointing. The Shrimp were small dry and very hard. You couldn't even take the fails off. The Mac was way over cooked and the cheese was very light. The garlic mashed potatoes, I would have liked to taste some garlic! I wonder if they cooked this Saturday night and served it Sunday morning? It's possible? This dish was $35 dollars. I've had better shrimp at a taco restaurant for $3. Very disappointed!!! My friend had a good fish dish and she ate it all. The service was good and the place is nice.

Had to add the rest of the photos. I Recommend trying the…read moreoysters and some of the fresh seafood options like live Dungeness crabs, live Maine Lobsters, Live shrimps and the king of the Crustaceans the king crabs. Be prepared to drop a few Benjamin's here.

My experience with the Water Grill began with reading…read morereviews on Yelp. I was expecting an overpriced let down like another Fish place in Lake Forest that we have visited. What I experienced was on a whole different level, I might even say this is a "perfect" restaurant; so much better than any other fish restaurant I have ever experienced. We had a reservation for our anniversary, but the table they first offered was not private. We got miffed and spoke with the manager. He moved us to another table which was private. He said something to me that I will always remember, "We are going to make your evening incredible." He did. Our server was John. He was kind, relaxed, attentive and friendly. He immediately brought us the most delicious bread and butter. Our appetizers were shrimp and crowder. Both were very excellent. Unfortunately, one person in our party had a medical issue, but John stayed with us through the whole ordeal. He was so compassionate, sharing a time in his life when things were not so great. His care and kindness were so above and beyond any level of service I have ever experienced. Things improved quickly and our meal came. We had Alaskan Black Cod over soba, the Sea Bass, and I had a two and one quarter pound Lobster! It was a kind of "Oooh" with the sea bass, "Wow" with the Black Cod and "OH MY GOD" when the lobster came. If you have been following me or read my reviews, I can be very harsh and picky when the food is not prepared correctly. This was the best lobster I have ever eaten. The meat was so sweet and fresh. John explained in detail how exactly they prepare the lobster. Great care is taken to preserve that freshness. They gave me every part of the lobster, and I absolutely loved taking my time finding and extracting every ounce of Lobster meat. I love to work and eat at the same time. It was fun. We ended with coffee and dessert. This was an Epic Meal. They spread rose petals on our table for our anniversary. I will never forget the kindness and compassion of John. Beyond Five Stars Definitely the very best restaurant in Orange County.