I forget about this place since I don't live near by but it's delicious! Similar to a Ca Fish Grill but I think they portion and prices are a tad better now. Everything I've had here has tasted great! They also have a good happy hour menu if you get the chance to check it out. On this visit, I got the salmon taco plate with 2 sides and they don't upcharge you for every item which is a bonus! So opted for Brussel sprouts -yummy!! And sweet potato fries- these were good but they were on the cold side. Not sure what happened so I'll have to airfry them later. The tacos were good- my salmon was a little more well done than I like but still had good flavor. I finally tried the key lime pie this time for $6.50. It was creamy but not very limey so I won't get this again. They have live music on certain nights so check out their site. read more

OC Fish Grill - Grilled Salmon Taco Combo - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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Great food! Great service. Placed a phone order the other day and I arrived and felt very welcome. Loved the grilled branzino and battered so much I ordered it again the next day on doordash. Really happy to have tried this place, highly recommend. read more

It's been a while since we dined here but recently went with a friend since she lives across the street. Surprisingly, I really enjoyed my meal. Got the grilled shrimp tacos plate. I like how they have a variety of sides to choose from. Everything was really fresh and tasty. Definitely could tell they changed things up since my last experience. I enjoyed my meal so much that we ended up dking take out not long after for their Taco Tuesday night (3 batteries fish tacos for $12! - husband got battered shrimp tacos). Their portions are great, fresh ingredients and quite tasty. I wonder though why it seems so dead inside their restaurant. Maybe need to work on the ambience of the restaurant? Or more advertising? In any case, we'll definitely be back! read more

Consistently excellent food. A step above the CFG in service, presentation, and taste at similar pricing. I like the salmon plate or taco combination. The sides are tasty and plentiful. On Friday night there a jazz ensemble entertains...sometimes joined by Max, a violin prodigy who is also enjoy the saxophone. read more

Just tried the new Turkish fish grill spot and... wow. This isn't your average seafood joint--this is grilled magic straight from the Aegean coast. The fish? Perfectly charred on the outside, juicy and flaky on the inside, with spices that whisper ancient flavor secrets to your taste buds. It's like the fish took a vacation to Istanbul, came back, and brought souvenirs for your mouth. read more

Great live jazz on Fridays. Probably best to make reservations for Friday nights. Lovely patio. Good food and wine.

Excellent food and service even with take out. Staff was friendly and ensured order was accurate.

It was our first time trying this restaurant. We found it through Yelp. The young man who took our order at the counter was very friendly, patient, and helpful. You're given a number and the food is brought to your table. The food was very tasty and served quickly and in large portions. We sat outside on their patio under the grapevines which were covered with grape clusters. It was a more pleasant dining experience than what the inside offered. We ordered fried zucchini, fish and chips, taco combos and a fish sandwich. If we lived in the area, we would be there often. read more

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Place was very nice, outdoor seating with lots of tables and two fireplaces, indoor was nice and spacious. Order at the counter, they bring food to the table. You are not rushed, that was a plus for us as we were meeting friends. We ended up there for several hours and enjoyed our time. Food was very fresh and delicious. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Thanks for the great afternoon. read more

Fresh seafood & large portion of sides. The vibe today was very nice they had live jazz music and singer entertainment. Definitely will be back. read more

Good service, large serving, good value, very flavorful food, definitely make a great attempt of delivering good food, not busy at all, definitely will be coming back read more

Amazing service and food 10/10 a must try!!!! Definitely try the dessert and also on Fridays there is jazz music!!! Amazing ambience!!!

I was looking for a replacement to the closed Fish District that was at the Woodbury Towncenter. I really missed the grilled salmon tacos they offered. I search all the Baja Taco places around OC and then I remembered this place. They have an even better grilled salmon taco! It's my new weekly lunch stop. Their menu is much larger than the Fish District and portions are bigger too. read more

I've been here several times with just one or two other people, and every time is consistently good so I already knew the food would deliver. But this last experience completely exceeded expectations. I brought a group of eight for a birthday, and not only did everyone love the food, the entire experience was incredible. They created such a warm, fun atmosphere and really leaned into celebrating the birthday in a way that felt so so genuine. It honestly felt like we were at home, just relaxing and enjoying ourselves, which is rare to find when dining out with a bigger group. What stood out most was how effortless they made everything feel, from service to timing to the overall vibe. It turned what could've been just another dinner into something really memorable. I highly recommend this spot for a casual lunch or dinner anytime but if you're planning a group celebration, don't overlook it. It might not be the first place that comes to mind for something like that, but it absolutely should be!! Thank you OC Fish Grill see you soon! read more

Food was alright but a little pricey in my opinion. I ordered the mahi-mahi plate and I think the fish was okay and fresh but I don't know what they did with the sides. Mine was cold so I thought it might have been sitting out for a little bit. This is a $22 food (tax and drinks not included). read more

OC Fish Grill - Mahi-mahi plate with sweet potato fries and grilled egg plant. - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

GrubHub convenience. Large and easy to find location. Plentiful indoor/outdoor seating. HH specials. Huge parking lot. Fair food. Plastic knife would have been nice. They only had spoons and forks. Doesn't help with cutting the fish when there is tough skin to cut through. read more

OC Fish Grill - Bass, brussel sprouts, grilled zucchini Barramundi Sea Bass Plate - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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I usually get the taco Tuesday special which is salmon, shrimp or fish I think I like the grilled shrimp tacos the most The topping are interesting. Fancier than the regular taco place Now it's around $12 for three tacos Also ordered an Oreo cheesecake one time. Would skip since it's like $7 for a small slice read more

came here to try the everyday happy hour from 3-6pm! when walking in, the outdoor seating area was super nice. ordering at the counter was a little awkward because there was no background music or sounds. it was dead quiet haha. that part was a little awkward. the food itself was pretty good for the price. the ahi tuna starter was super fresh and well presented. it had a bit of spice which was delish. my fav dish we ordered. the korean beef tacos were too sweet for my taste, and the meat could've been more tender. the street tacos were pretty good. they let you choose what fish you want so we got salmon. a great happy hour deal for $10 for 3 tacos. the picked onions were very strong, but i'm into that! ultimately i'd come back for the happy hour. i'd try out some more tuna dishes, that's what shined for me :) read more

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Love the Friday night jazz!! Band is fantastic! Food is delicious. Parking great. Service pretty good! J read more

OC Fish Grill - A Valentine's Day love fest!! - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Live band on Friday nights! Outdoor seating very pleasant. Very tasty food! Service has always been outstanding!

Long lines..super.slow order taking....AND on top of that everyone calling in gets to cut the line. You should get it right...people that are actually in your establishment waiting patiently deserve more. read more

This is a ZERO STAR review, due to the fact that Yelp only provides one star as the lowest bar. My experience at OC Fish Grill on Sun eve was so disappointing, frustrating and worthy of a negative rebuke. My daughter and I arrived at 8:26 pm, the restaurant still active with patrons at 2 tables indoors and 3 outdoors. I inquired with the cashier if there was still time for a dine in option, and he responded "sure." We ordered, however cashier duplicated order, and it took couple more minutes to rectify. Our meal was delivered to our table @ 8:48 pm (how do I know the exact time? Because I took a photo of the meal). At precisely 9:00 pm, one of the servers turned off the outdoor patio lighting - totally disrespectful and rude. The other two tables remained seated for a few minutes, and then departed. We continued eating, and then at 9:05 pm, a server abruptly showed up at our table with a to go container, and without prior warning, requested we take the food home, as they were "closing immediately". My push back was respectful, asking for another 10 minutes to complete our meal, and he declined and said staff were all leaving the restaurant instantly. We did not wish to take fish home, wanted to avoid any confrontation, so we departed very annoyed and disappointed. My frustration grew the next day, so before resorting to drafting a negative review, I took the opportunity to visit the restaurant Monday morn, requesting to meet the owner to try make it right, who was 'conveniently' not available (because in this industry, we employ Managers to take the heat). So, Kelly (Manager) called me in the evening, and doubled down, reminding me again that OC Fish Grill close at 9 pm, and that's it! No remorse,very dismissive and no apology - just a concluding remark " sorry that you feel this way, and I hope you have a good week." I explained that we just spent $40 for a ten minute meal, and that was unacceptable to me. No mention of " my apologies for your experience - please return and I'll offer you 50% off, or maybe just a couple sodas or complimentary dessert" - that would have gone a long way to mend this broken fence. After researching many previous reviews on Yelp, particularly October 18, 2024 and June 27, 2025, I'm convinced that the owners of this establishment are so disengaged in the day to day operational side of this business, and probably only show up for occasional R & R, so here's my take; * Your staff appear so disinterested and create the impression they don't really want to be there at 8:30 pm on a Sun eve. Just a sixth sense, but they conduct themselves like relatives or friends of the owners, by virtue of their "whatever" demeanor and goofing around while I was visiting restroom and requesting additional sauces (which incidentally were no longer available @ 8:55 pm). * This is the restaurant/hospitality industry. Yes, it sucks when a customer shows up 5 min before closing time (and I'm not that guy!), but if you don't like it, choose another career. * If your concern is minimum wage, overtime etc, then display a sign at your counter, with last call for dine in @ 8:15 pm. Display courtesy and decency, don't shut off lighting without notice, and ordering patrons out of your premises with military precision. That's beyond rude. * Most restaurant employees don't normally leave at closing time, they remain there for cleanup, unless this restaurant employs an outside cleaning service after closing time. If staff are cleaning kitchen worktops and floors while meals are still being prepared - # Irvine Health Dept. * If your staff can't come to terms that the customer is always right, hire employees who do, or sell your business. * FYI - on Mon eve, I relayed the story to a friend of mine, so as an exercise, he reached out on the phone to your restaurant, and explained that he intended bringing his wife for dinner later in the eve @ 8:45 pm inquiring how late they could enjoy their meal, and your employee, Ogen stated 9:20 pm would be fine. Wow! Mon would have been a better bet for us. Dining out should feel welcoming, but this visit was disappointing, upsetting and annoying. For this reason, I can't recommend it to others. Ownership/ Management should take customer feedback seriously and train their staff accordingly. This is not my first rodeo at your restaurant, but it's certainly my last. It's not only what occurred......it's more how it was unsatisfactorily responded to. You're Fired! read more

Great food and service. Very tasty and a great selection. Nice surroundings and wonderful jazz band on Friday & Saturday nights.

Prices are great, huge selection of items and the location is very clean. I've been eating here for almost 8 years and the quality still remains very good so trust me when I say you can't go wrong making this your spot for dinner or lunch, or both read more

Maybe I went on an off day? Truly don't understand the high ratings this place has. I ordered a swai with a side of fries and it was hard to down. The fish was so over-seasoned with salt to the point I was concerned with the amount of sodium I was consuming. The fries were soggy from the oil they were holding. Also some pieces were burnt but they didn't bother to take those out before serving. read more

OC Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Had to eat FISH for Lent. Awaiting my movie to start at the Amc Theater. This place had a great vibe. People were friendly and food was good. They even had a live jazz band at the time of my visit. I recommend. read more

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A perfect place for a night out in irvine!!! As a 25+ year resident of irvine, I think OC fish grill has definitely addressed an unmet need with their Friday night live jazz event under the ceiling covered with grape vines and a service that is as friendly and warm as is attentive . But what is more impressive is the quality of fish they serve. I have never been disappointed with the Fish and chips with their lovely and healthy replacement options for fries. Salmon bowl is also one of my favorites. But Don't get me started on their Weekend Turkish breakfast. Amazing place to experience a little piece of heaven with reasonable prices. Thank you Kelly for letting us take some of the grapes home! read more

I order the tacos , food taste very fresh definitely comes back again , service is awesome give nice suggestion.

I came here after a workout class. They have quite a menu option - mostly healthy but some not. I ordered the salmon plate that came with 2 sides. I chose the grilled zucchini and sweet potato fries. It was all very tasty. read more

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This is the best fish spot in all of orange County. I always order the fish and chips. You also get a option to get some sides. My favorite are the Brussels Sprouts and the side of calamari. So happy I found this place! read more

I've been coming here for years and getting their salmon bowls. They're always delicious and great to have after a workout.

I live nearby and had never tried this place before, but honestly, I'm glad I did! I got the salmon with brussel sprouts and white rice, and my boyfriend got the fish tacos with corn and asparagus. Both dishes were really good. The appetizers were great too. Portions were generous, and the service was excellent. I'll definitely be coming back :) We sat inside but patio looked nice too. read more

OC Fish Grill - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

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Oh my goodness loved the fish and chips! We are spoiled having gone to London and had the best fish and chips. We thought we would never find anything close to it and this melts in your mouth. Please visit this restaurant often so it has success and stays open for a very long time. read more

First time here but definitely not the last. The place is beautifully decorated for the holidays. The outdoor seating is plentiful and they have heaters which is perfect for the cold evenings. The food was so delicious and I would leave room for dessert - key lime pie is to die for . Friendly and quick service makes this place a 5/5 dining experience. read more

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The food was amazing, better than California Fish Grill although a bit more expensive. The ambiance is more upscale too. I had the seabass with corn and asparagus and loved it all. I also tried a bit of a salmon fish taco and the salmon was juicy. They have taco Tuesdays with 3 tacos for $14 and there tacos normally cost $6 read more

We tried their sea bass; the food is fairly good, and the ambience is pleasant, but the staff is very rude. read more

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This is the worst fish and chips I have ever eaten, offered no tarter sauce , no vinegar, the cole slaw was bland and fish was super greasy and the fries were stone cold. Never ever eat here. read more

I come to Irvine twice a year and ALWAYS eat here. Tonight, we were highly disappointed. We got skewered shrimp, Mahi Mahi, a Mahi sandwich, a breaded shrimp, taco, and a breaded fish taco. The grilled fish and sandwich were OK. The tacos were awful. The shrimp was super burnt to the point it disintegrated when you bit into it. The breaded fish was overdone and dry. The corn tortilla could not hold up to the overdone fish. They shorted us on the sides we ordered (French Fries), which was a good thing as they were super greasy and lame. The package was literally dripping with grease. When I went in to pick up the order, staff seemed a little confused and were not able to communicate effectively. The food sat on the counter as one more item needed to be added to the order. They were not busy, and the cooks seemed unmotivated to assist the server in completing our order. I'm not sure if there has been a change in ownership/management. A normally wonderful meal was definitely not in the making today. I expect to get what I pay for. read more

OC Fish Grill - Burnt breaded shrimp and white fish. Soggy French fries - Seafood Near Me - Irvine, California

Live jazz night on Friday and Saturday from 7pm. I enjoyed the live music and atmosphere was very comfortable. read more

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Extremely Disappointed - Poor Service, Cleanliness, and Zero Accountability As a small business owner myself, I truly understand the challenges of running a restaurant, but I was deeply disappointed with nearly every aspect of our experience at this establishment--from food to service to overall atmosphere. Where do I even begin? Lack of Professionalism: There was absolutely no consistency among staff--some were in uniform, others were not. No one appeared to have had any kind of training in customer service. We stood at the register for several minutes while four staff members walked past us repeatedly before someone finally decided to take our order. Food Experience: We ordered: - 2 kids' fish and rice - 1 grilled chicken sandwich (which came out fried and had to be sent back) - Grilled tilapia - Fried shrimp The kids' meals were served in visibly dirty bowls. The rest of the food was average at best--nothing that would make me return. We asked for lemons and were told they'd be brought to us, but after being forgotten, I ended up getting them myself. Service and Staff Conduct: Not once did anyone check in on our table. Instead, two staff members were playfully shadowboxing behind the counter just feet away from customers who were eating. It was beyond unprofessional. While we were dining on the patio, staff decided to remove the trash from nearby bins and walked right through the dining area swinging garbage bags--this is absolutely unacceptable in any food establishment. Lack of Support and Cleanliness: We asked for a takeout box. No one brought it, so again, I had to go up to the counter to get one. I asked to speak with a manager and was told no one was on duty. That explained everything. To top it off, I used the restroom on the way out--it was dirty, and there was no paper in the dispenser after washing my hands. Final Thoughts: This restaurant desperately needs a manager on shift to ensure staff are held accountable. There was no leadership, no urgency, and no care for the customer experience. Sadly, I will not be returning and absolutely cannot recommend this place to anyone. I'll be sticking with California Fish Grill, where professionalism and cleanliness are actually prioritized. To the owner or manager--if you are reading this, I'd welcome the opportunity to share my feedback directly. Please let me know how I can reach you. If I could give zero stars, I would. read more