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    LUA Asian Fusion Eatery

    4.7 (514 reviews)
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    Thai Tea
    Vivian T.

    I have mixed feelings about LUA because my meal left a lot to be desired. To start, the Thai tea drinks are made with coconut milk, nothing too extremely different. However, the salted cream version was a total miss for us. It was overwhelmingly salty to the point that neither of us could drink much of it. We also ran into some confusion with our order. We pointed to what we thought was the Shaking Beef on the menu, but we were served Bo Kho instead, which is a beef stew. Our waitress seemed fairly new, and since the photos of the two dishes looked somewhat similar, I can understand how the mix-up happened. That said, we probably should have clarified before accepting the dish, so that's partly on us as well. The Bo Kho itself was okay, but it didn't really stand out. The potato wedges were so sparse, I think my friend and I only got about four- or five-pieces total. On top of that, the small baguette served with the stew felt out of proportion to the amount of broth. There wasn't enough bread to enjoy the dish properly, which left the meal feeling incomplete. We loved the Lechon Banh Mi, and that was the redeeming part of our order. Unfortunately, when it came to the other food and drinks we tried, they just didn't quite hit the mark for us. While we're glad we gave LUA a try, it's probably not a place we'll revisit for those particular menu items.

    Nancy L.

    We came here to celebrate a girlfriend's birthday and we had so much fun! The restaurant is nicely decorated and there is ample parking in the plaza. I really enjoyed our egg rolls, garlic noodles and the Brussels sprouts. The smoked pho was so flavorful and delicious. Staff was very attentive and nice. Only thing to be prepared for is the heavy onset of food coma afterwards!

    Dia N.

    Knew I wanted to try this place because they were a Yelp's Top 100 spot. I got the pork bun to start, and it was so delicious! The pork was a sweet and salty flavor, paired with a refreshing slaw. For my main, I got the pho entree, which was a pretty decent sized portion. I will say, $20 for a bowl of pho is pretty steep, but it seems competitive for the area. They also gave me a side of this spicy chili, which added a good kick to the bowl. The restaurant is a medium-sized spot, with a handful amounts of 4-top tables. It wasn't busy when I came around late lunch time, and the servers were super friendly!

    Smoked Pho and happyest boy
    Konstantin P.

    Incredible food!!! Absolutely amazing!!! 55555 stars!!!! Smoked Pho - you HAVE TO try it!!!

    Entrance
    Jus E.

    Service was okay... during the time we were there there was only one person working... and it was a little bit hard to find her for the things that we would need at the table... The food was okay we ordered that Brussels sprouts which was okay and then we ordered the garlic butter noodles which was super garlicky! And we followed with the crispy egg rolls which was okay it is not something that I would order if I ever come back... Next we ordered our entrees which were phos. The phos were ok my friend ordered the smoked pho which the meat was dry for my taste. I ordered the original pho which was supposed to to be brisket... the meat was tasteless but the broth were okay as well... they do have plenty of selection when it comes to drinks! We ordered the Hibiscus lychee which was amazing! My friend love the branzino but I thought it was okay unless you love fish! The chicken was okay it comes with rice,cucumber and some of the sauce on the side. Overall I would recommend it just because... not everyone has the same taste as me and lots of people seems to enjoy it.

    Garlic Butter Noodles
    Mabel W.

    Went to Lua for lunch today. Their lychee drink was so pretty. Non alcoholic and sweet. I went in with some friends to celebrate a bday and we all enjoyed their dishes. I really enjoyed their dipping sauces as well. Chef took time to plate the dishes and they all looked beautiful. Place was quiet and had plenty of parking out front. The Staff was super friendly and attentive. Will definitely come back.

    Suzy W.

    Best pho I've ever had! This place is clean, has a visually appealing atmosphere and the food is 11/10! Tender fresh meat in the tasty pho broth! Highly recommended!

    Maggie S.

    Stopped in for lunch and the restaurant is really cute inside. Only a few tables were taken, so we were seated right away. Staff was friendly and attentive. We ordered the curry chicken and the pho baguette with soup and beef. Both had great flavor, but the portions were disappointing. The sandwich wasn't very big and definitely not meaty for the price. The curry tasted good but came in a half-full cast iron, which felt skimpy. Overall, while the food was tasty, for about $50 for two at lunch, I expected fuller portions. Probably wouldn't rush back but definitely worth the try.

    Chicken Avocado Roll
    Brenna H.

    This was my first time visiting LUA and I absolutely loved it! First off the Interior is inviting, warm and very aesthetically pleasing. The employees immediately greeted us upon walking in and quickly got us seated and settled. I just got the avocado spring rolls, which were absolutely delicious! They were very refreshing, fresh tasting, and some of the best spring rolls I've had! I also got the mule, I can't remember what flavor it was specifically, but it was delicious! Very fresh and had a nice sweet flavor and balanced well. I really am looking forward to trying more things on the menu as they had a lot of delicious looking options. I will absolutely be back and I would highly recommend this place to anyone! Absolutely worth the visit!

    Chicken Yellow Curry
    Susan M.

    Not good, not bad. The food is just....ok. We had the brussel sprouts (very good), the Vietnamese wings (surprisingly dry), the smoked pho (flavor was off) and the chicken yellow curry. The presentation was beautiful but the taste was off on everything except the brussel sprouts. Service was great.

    Carissa A.

    Looked on Yelp for an Asian fusion restaurant in this area and Lua came up. It's on a hill at the corner of a strip mall. It's got a cute little vibe. Lots of live plants that were beautiful! We got the crispy egg rolls and the lechon banh mi. Both were delicious!! The egg rolls were crisp and had a yummy filling. The bread on the banh mi had the perfect crunch on the outside and softness on the inside. The lechon was tender and juicy and the accompanying chimichurri was so tasty! The servers were nice and filled our cups with water when we requested. I'd be happy to come back and try other menu items when in the area.

    Vegan yellow curry
    Andrew G.

    Small strip mall location. The service was good. And the presentation was very nice. My vegan yellow curry was a bit heavy. Yellow curry is usually pretty heavy though. I wish there were a bit more veggies and a bit less potatoes. Though this is a bit of a trivial complaint because the wedges were very tasty. All in all a good experience. It's a bit pricey but it's a pricey area.

    Dana Point Strand Beach
    Lily L.

    Call it a pho phase or a full-blown pho binge. We've been making more intentional pho stops lately, particularly at places that emphasize cleaner broths due to my husband's MSG sensitivity. Lua Eatery feels like a hidden gem and a special find. What makes their bowl stand out is that the herbs and condiments are already incorporated into the soup, creating a cohesive flavor experience from the first sip. The broth itself is quite tasty with a subtle smoky BBQ note that complements the traditional savory base beautifully. Despite being rich and deeply satisfying, it's not greasy or oily, which makes it feel indulgent yet balanced. Definitely a place we'll be returning to. And as as a bonus, the Dana Point Strand Beach is close by and a great spot to enjoy a post-lunch walk!

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    2 years ago

    Sooo good! Best pho I've had. Service is great, love the ambiance, and the manager, Brian was very cordial.

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    2 years ago

    Terry provided wonderful experience. Delicious food. Excellent service! Will come back for sure.

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    2 years ago

    Best vietnamese food in south oc for sure! Had the Bo kho and smoked pho. We'll definitely be back

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    2 years ago

    Food is excellent, full of flavors, even on the first bite! Friendly service, nice ambiance!

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    2 years ago

    Fast service and great food. Highly recommend the crispy egg rolls. We'll be back for sure!

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    2 years ago

    Amazing food! Beautiful interior. Nice staff, very polite. Really recommend this place.

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    2 years ago

    Wonderful lunch. Great food and personable service. Try the spring rolls and smoked pho!

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    2 years ago

    The service was attentive and friendly and the food was delicious. I particularly loved the banana fritters with vanilla ice cream dessert!

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    2 years ago

    This is the next thing... better than anything Kei concepts has made. Pho and Bo Kho is strongly recommended

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    2 years ago

    Delicious! Fresh ingredients with bold flavors. The restaurant was clean and the staff was so kind. We highly recommend this restaurant!

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    Good service and the Caesar salad was delicious as was the tea. The decorations are also attractive.

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    Food was great and delicious, staff are friendly and fast, nice environment, restaurant is clean

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    Amazing cuisine! So flavorful. The Smoked Pho is phenomenal! The wait staff is super friendly. We will be back!

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    Amazing Food! Great attentive service! Don't miss this new restaurant, check it out.

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    The food and service were superb! The rolls, the chicken wings, the tempura were all amazing. The service was top notch.

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    Service was incredible, food authentic and delicious. The ambiance is nice. Definitely worth a try!

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    4.7(82 reviews)
    3.6 mi
    Women-owned & operated
    Kid friendly

    I was curious what was special about this place and tried the chicken bowl…read more Things I liked: Edamame hummus: tasted fresh and slightly nutty, interesting new taste Chicken: not too fatty, pairs well with their Thai sauce (which is a lighter version of Thai sweet chili sauce) Oats and black rice: nice carb base, doesn't stand out but plays well with other ingredients Jammy egg: I would highly recommend this, light with a good balance of sweet and salty Things which were okay: Corn: it goes well with the bowl but doesn't standout by itself Sweet potatoes: same as corn Things which can be improved: Broccoli: it's charred broccoli and tastes slightly bitter. I don't think it goes well with the bowl. I'd rather have steamed broccoli or less charred broccoli with a fat like mayo or cheese based sauce Bok choy: this also doesn't go well as ginger overwhelms your palette and it takes a while to reset and taste things normally. I'd suggest changing it to soy bok choy sautéed in sesame oil. Combined with nomnivore rewards, it's still surprisingly great value for money (sweetgreen value territory or even better).

    An unexpected surprise ! The food was delicious, we got a "Keto Bowl" a protein-packed, low-carb…read morebowl with full scoops of citrus chicken, espresso-rubbed pork, and umani beef over fresh salad greens, with ponzu mushrooms, avocado smash, eggs, and cilantro, finished with our black garlic sauce. (I had help by using the menu to write this! ) but it really does explain why it was delicious and why we appreciated all the different tastes! Service was spot on. We were able to go back and get as many sauces as we wanted. They have a soda fountain dispenser that has drinks that are only pure cane sugar, which I highly appreciate.

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    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    2.8 mi
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    Takes reservations
    Outdoor seating

    Absolutely loved my experience at Starfish Laguna Beach! I came in for a dinner and honestly had…read morethe best little night treating myself. I ordered the crab wontons, potstickers, sushi, and finished with the chocolate chip bread pudding -- everything was delicious and beautifully done. The crab wontons were especially addictive! I paired everything with a lychee martini, which was refreshing and dangerously good, and an Old Fashioned that was perfectly made. The vibe was EVERYTHING. The music was the perfect mix of melodic EDM with just the right amount of bass -- upbeat, sexy, and atmospheric without being overwhelming. It completely elevated the experience and made sitting there enjoying dinner and cocktails by myself feel like a whole vibe. My server Eddie took such great care of me! He was so warm, attentive, personable, and made me feel completely comfortable dining solo. The service and the teamwork displayed among all the staff was polished without feeling stuffy, and the atmosphere had that perfect Laguna Beach combination of upscale, sexy, and relaxed. And do NOT skip the chocolate chip bread pudding. Such a perfect ending to an already amazing dinner. Delicious food, gorgeous cocktails, amazing music, great energy, and exceptional service. Starfish officially made my foodie list. I'll absolutely be back!

    Excellent everything. Outside patio is perfect, quiet and intimate…read more Menu is superb. Entrees, appetizers happy hour is to die for. Service is outstanding, reservation time is respected with no additional waiting.

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    Shootz - The Shootz spread! Can't get any better than a Kimchi butter Katsu Chicken Plate, Chicken Sandwich, and Refresher!

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    4.5(174 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    Decided to grab Shootz for dinner since I saw they would be opening in The Canopy in Irvine soon!…read moreI'm really glad we tried it because everything tasted great! It was a really cute vibe inside the Rodeo! You have to press the button and order at the register if you want to order a bundle. We decided to get the chicken katsu kimchi butter bundle that comes with 2 spam musubi's and a soda! The bundle comes with 2 katsu cutlets vs. just 1 from the plate. It felt pretty worth it for the price (~$22). The kimchi butter tastes great and makes the katsu feel more nuanced! We got it spicy and it wasn't overwhelming but a nice tingle. The mac also had dehydrated kimchi powder on it! The spam musubi had a sweet sauce on top which made it feel more interesting!

    The strawberry lemonade and mint peach drinks contain dairy. When standing in front of the main…read morekiosk and menu, it does not indicate that these drinks contain dairy. This is a dangerous for people who have severe dairy allergies because milk is not a common ingredient in lemonade. I ordered this for my 4 year old who previously had an anaphylactic reaction to milk. I only realized that it contained milk when I approached the food stand from the other side of the kiosk and happened to see the allergen menu while waiting for the ube beignets that they forgot in my order. When I brought it up to the cashier, she was dismissive and stated that dairy is noted at the drink dispensers and that she does not know what kind of dairy is in it because it comes from the distributor/manufacturer. I told her that there are two ways to approach the kiosk, from the drink dispenser side (where it is barely notable because of the font color choice. Picture included) or from the side through the entrance coming from River Street Ranch. From this entrance, neither the allergen sign or the drink dispenser sign is visible. The lack of proper signage in the menu and the careless attitude of the cashier is so upsetting. I told them calmly so she can bring it up to the manager to change the menu wording but she didn't even seem to care.

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    VOX Kitchen - Fountain Valley - Corn Ribs, Carne Asada Fries, Hamachi Tostada, Carne Asada Tostada

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    4.5(8.3k reviews)
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    Such a great experience here!! My boyfriend and I visited while we were in town and we were…read moredefinitely impressed. Ambiance: pretty loud on a Saturday but we were also next to a large group celebrating a birthday. The aesthetic was cute and clean. Service: Oanh was our waitress and her, along with all other staff, were super nice and helpful. definitely felt like a team effort of workers and it showed Food: YUM!!! We liked everything! - garlic chicken wings: 8/10- paired well with the sauce, though I think it would also taste really good with a side of white rice. Very garlicky and tasty! - crab congee: 9/10- tasted very buttery once mixed, very Vietnamese fusion but I really enjoyed it and my boyfriend (who grew up eating congee) said this might be the best congee he's ever had! It is very unique in terms of flavor in my opinion - ribeye garlic noodles: 8/10 meat was cooked well and it was a solid dish! - lychee lemonade: 10/10 so worth it!! It is free refills and super refreshing. If you like lychee you'll like this drink! Would recommend. Overall we had such a great experience and can't wait to come back!

    Service was great, Trisha provided great service. Wouldn't wait around too long. She refilled the…read morewater jug without asking. She did let us know the kitchen is slightly behind as well. There were a lot of booths inside and lots of tables on the side and outside seating. Outside seating is pet friendly but bit crowded. Two restrooms in the back, and it even offers complimentary mouthwash! Food is absolutely amazing! The pear salad was light and fresh, with great simple flavors. It's arugula with candied walnuts, and under is burrata with Asian pear. The carne asada tostada is a very small plate, but seems more of an appetizer. Great flavor for a small dish. Saltado with Filet Mignon and Garlic Noodles were very delicious, especially the chewy and soft noodles. The meat is very tender, the fries ok, a bit overcooked. Great place for family sharing. The Saltado is $25 and a big portion.

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