I've been coming here since 2014 when I was a poor college student. Boy, did they feed a lot of…read morecollege kids. The service is fast and efficient. Every worker in there has seen my face since I was in college and they're still there. Thank you. From the bottom of my heart, I love you. God bless you. It is the best Chinese food I have ever eaten. It is impossible to finish a two item combo box. But I urge you to try. So many fond memories of eating till I couldn't.

We recently moved to the Newport Beach area and have been trying to find our "go-to" fast-food…read moreChinese spot. Unfortunately, for us, Hong Kong Express probably won't be it. I may be a little biased since I'm Asian and grew up eating flavorful Asian food, but everything we tried was honestly very bland. The portions were HUGE, which was great for feeding our family, but the flavor just wasn't there. The fried rice lacked seasoning, the chow mein was the same, and while the orange chicken was nice and soft (which I personally prefer over overly crunchy/dry chicken), there just wasn't anything memorable about it flavor-wise. For me to say Panda Express is better says a lot... especially since it's literally the next street over. That being said, the staff/family working there were incredibly sweet, kind, and welcoming. The price was very reasonable and affordable. The service was genuinely wonderful, which honestly made me feel bad writing this review. Unfortunately, though, the food just didn't live up to how great the service was. Sorry!

se pasaron de verga this burger smacked, service was great, the guys kept talking in the back but…read morethat's wsp that's what makes teamwork, keep it up eses

Really awesome place! Portions were good(did not expect the poutine to be big lol) and the food…read moretasted amazing. Staff is very friendly and the restaurant has a welcoming atmosphere!

I've passed by The Crack Shack many times when visiting Hi-Time, and I finally decided to stop in…read morefor lunch on a Saturday afternoon. There is a good sized parking lot behind the restaurant. The ordering counter is on the front side of the building. Once parked, you can either walk around the building, or walk through the open-air covered patio. I walked around to get a closer look at the unique chicken-head Beatles' Abbey Road mural on the side of the building. The menu is obviously chicken-focused, and features various sandwiches, wraps, and salads, along with several sides. They also have a small breakfast menu served until noon on the weekend. After ordering, they will give you a number and bring your food when it's ready. I really enjoyed the dining area, which is a covered, open-air space with a high ceiling. I sat in one of the booths towards the front. Each booth has a classic painting on the wall with chicken heads on it. There are also many different types of tables thoughout, and more seating upstairs on the second floor. There is also additional seating in front of their full bar. I had the Coop Deville sandwich (fried breast, pickled fresno chiles, pickles, napa cabbage, lime mayo, artisan brioche bun, $14.50). The chicken breast was thick and piping hot, and had a great crunchy crust on it. All of the ingredients went together well and I loved the flavor. The bun was very fresh, and the sandwich wasn't as messy as I thought it might be. I was still a little hungry, so I went back and ordered the regular sized hand cut fries (regular size $4.50, large size $7.50). They are tossed in schmaltz (chicken fat) and a light dusting of spices. They were hot and fresh, and the regular size was way more than I could eat by myself. They have a self-serve sauce bar with five options on tap including ketchup, Srirarcha T000 Island, Sweet Baby G's BBQ, ranch, and pineapple mustard. I dipped my sandwich in the BBQ and Srirarcha Thousand Island, and my fries in the BBQ, ranch, and pineapple mustard. They have a cornhole game towards the back, are dog friendly, and host trivia night on Thursdays. I enjoyed the food and atmosphere, and would definitely return.

Overpriced tiny portions. The food tastes great which keeps me coming back - only to be…read moredissatisfied every time I go. This time I got the tenders and they are completely overcooked and crunchy (in a bad way). I think if the food was just a slightly better value I would feel taken advantage of each time I go there.

I've heard so many great things about Raising Cane's and have seen the line of cars backed up in…read morethe street for myself, but I can honestly say that I have never had any real unrelenting interest in trying it. However, my brother decided to take me today since we didn't have a lot of time and we were in the neighborhood and it is a favorite of his. First of all I was thrilled to see sweet tea on the beverage list and it did not disappoint. I'm also giddy when I watch that pebble/nugget type of ice fall from the beverage machine into my cup. I love that type of ice! So I was already happy to be there before I even received my food. We sat outside and it was quite comfortable. I was able to carry on a conversation with my brother even with the busy street nearby, it was quite impressive. Our food came out quick and although it was tasty, what blew me away was the amazing outdoor service from Gabby. She was super attentive without being overbearing with a genuine hospitality and friendliness that made you want to make her your friend. Gabby remained efficient & professional while balancing her warmth and charm (that smile is infectious). Outstanding service! Gabby could teach others a thing or two about proper customer service in food service :) I enjoyed the entire experience. From ordering, to eating (the "palate pleasing" chicken tenders, hot & crispy crinkle cut fries and oh-so-yummy-Texas Toast) outdoors being taken care of by the fabulous Gabby. I will definitely add Raising Cane's to my list of great dining options!!!

I'm honestly beyond irritated after this visit. We ordered FIVE drinks, and every single one of…read morethem tasted absolutely disgusting -- like straight toilet water. I'm not exaggerating. It had this nasty, dirty, metallic aftertaste like the soda machine hasn't been cleaned in who knows how long. How does that even happen? Five drinks and not one tasted normal? For the amount of money you spend here, the bare minimum expectation is clean, drinkable soda. It completely ruined the whole meal. We had to throw all of them away because they were that bad. It's honestly embarrassing for a restaurant to serve something like that. If the drinks taste like that, it really makes you question what else isn't being maintained properly. Super disappointing experience. I expected way better. I won't be coming back if this is the kind of quality they think is acceptable. Had to go out of my way to McDonald's to buy drinks there really inconvenient..

Yes I've been here many, MANY times, and still my favorite cheese steak sandwich in all of orange…read morecounty. Why? BECAUSE IT'S SO GOOD!!! I've been coming here for week over 30 years. While s could if old school favorites (for my lovely wife) might have dropped from the menu many years ago, sure came to love their signature cheese steaks too. Honestly I'm not going to compare it with anyone's other favorites because this just happens to be mine. The best is getting it there and reading it hot but since pandemic, the seating is minimal. You can go anywhere and get a version of a Philly cheese steak sandwich, but this one tops my list. Please tell them Frankie told you you had to go there. Honestly, just love this place Anyway. Good luck!

Cheeststeaks and fries are the BOMB. Onion Rings…read more #7 BBQ Beef with onions, hot and sweet peppers, add mushrooms !!!

In-N-Out Burger is a classic and one I absolutely love…read more My go-to order is the Double-Double with grilled onions, toasted bun, well-done fries, and a diet pink lemonade. You really can't beat the price and quality, it's consistently great and exactly what you want every time. This location gets 4 stars instead of 5 mainly because there's no real dine-in option. It's essentially a large drive-through, and because of that, the wait can be one of the longest. Still, the food quality keeps me coming back despite the lines. Reliable, affordable, and always satisfying, even when the wait tests your patience.

It takes about 5 minutes or so per car... so if there are 25 people in front of you do the math…read more.. Also people try and cut in line which just creates a whole other layer of messiness and stress. Go to another location.

Raj, the manager is amazing. He's always so personable and goes out of his way to make sure we're…read moretaken care of every time we come in. Great service and such a welcoming experience. Molly and Dylan

Shades of Cheers and Sam Malone. Stopped in for a bite this…read moreafternoon and was greeted to the likes of Norms entrance. Raj recognized me when asking me if I desired the usual chicken parm(he recommended adding fresh jalapeño) it worked. Picked up the sandwich to a new level. Delicious sandwich and prepared my way. How can one not share an establishment, whose recognition/greeting "was friendly and name recognition. All in all. The sandwich was perfectly made to my specifications and delicious. Kudos to the staff and Raj.

Very fresh sea food, taste very delicious. Service was excellent…read more Ambience was wonderful. The lines were long but the cashiers done an amazing speed. Highly recommended this place when in Newport beach!

I've never enjoyed fish in a taco or burrito... until I tried this place…read more I got the blackened fish burrito with black beans and everything it comes with and it was pure fire. I was so surprised that the burrito came with guac inside.. many places charge extra for that! The flavors were clean, fish, and fresh! I ordered to-go and waited for around 10 mins which was reasonable. I could tell that this was a good spot as it was poppin' on a Tuesday afternoon! Will be back for more!

This chick-fil-a is near my apartment so I decided to give it a try! I had a good experience at…read morethis chick-fil-a, there were just some inconveniences that I experienced from the location. Food- excellent as always! We ordered chicken sandwiches, fries, and the holiday peppermint shake. All were good except: the gluten free bun. Oh man. I'm gluten free and normally order the grilled nuggets, but I had a coupon for a sandwich that couldn't be replaced with nuggets. The cashier was sweet and knew I was gluten free, so he suggested a gf bun. I paid the $1.50 for the bun. Wooooof. It was drier than a desert. I took one bite and swiftly axed the bun lol It's cool Chick-fil-a has the gf option, but it's awful. Service- service was great! Everyone was so kind and helpful. I wish I remembered the name of our cashier because he was so helpful and also funny. Parking - not good. We had to park in a lot kind of a walk away. The parking lot is small and super weird to get into from the street. It's actually pretty inconvenient parking. Location- not good. It's complicated to get to the restaurant and hard to know where to turn into. It's also complicated to get out and get back onto the main street. Cleanliness - clean inside and out. Clean bathrooms. The last inconvenience is that there is no drive through. No biggie to eat inside, but if I need it to go I would go to another location.

Unwelcoming dining room during normal business hours…read more I was asked to leave in the middle of my lunch 4 minutes after closing This is definitely not the "Golden Rule"Customer experience they advertise

I had to take a second to write this because the experience was that good…read more Andres at CAVA is on another level. From the moment I walked in, he brought great energy, was genuinely welcoming, and made the whole experience feel personal instead of rushed. You can tell he actually cares about what he's doing -- not just going through the motions. He helped me build the perfect bowl, gave solid recommendations, and made sure everything was dialed in exactly how I wanted it. On top of that, his attitude stood out the most -- positive, attentive, and just real. That kind of service is rare. People like Andres are the reason I'll keep coming back. CAVA is lucky to have him. Give that man a raise.

CAVA is my favorite Mediterranean fast-casual spot and easily my go-to for healthy fast food…read more I love the salad bowls, and the braised lamb is always my order, it's flavorful, tender, and really satisfying. The toppings are great too, with plenty of options that let you build something fresh without it feeling boring. I used to go to CAVA all the time when I lived in New York, so I'm genuinely happy to have one here in Costa Mesa now. Reliable, healthy, and consistently good, this place never lets me down.