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    4.3 (4.1k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:30 pm
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    Asian Crispy Ribs, avocado won tons w/watermelon
    Stephanie W.

    OMG! While visiting Orange County we decided on Reunion for a late dinner. We shared appetizers since we couldn't decide on anything else and they did not disappoint. Service was prompt and the restaurant was filled with just the right amount of talk, laughter and noise. The loaded deviled eggs, Asian crispy ribs, and Avocado won tons w/watermelon were absolutely delicious!! Pictures won't do it justice, just go!!

    Prime Rib Dip
    Millena P.

    My cousins and I visited for dinner after a long moving day. They have multiple locations, and I've been to the Santa Barbara location for brunch, so this is my first time visiting for dinner. Parking: They're located in a high foot traffic plaza. Finding a parking spot during rush hour will be difficult. Ambiance/Environment: They have a large space with lots of indoor seating and some outdoor seating. The inside is incredibly dark. Since my cousin brought her dog, we dined outside. They had a few umbrellas, but since the sun was setting, it didn't do much. It was very busy, so the wait time to dine inside was over 30 min. Since we opted to dine outside, we were luckily seated immediately. Service: I didn't catch his name, but thank you to the host who seated us immediately. He was really nice. Shout out to our server Elise for being quick and attentive. She checked on us a few times and refilled our waters. Throughput took under 20 min after ordering. Food & drinks: I ordered the Nashville Hot Chicken and Dad's Mai Tai. The entree included baked & fried chicken thighs, drenched with hot honey Nashville sauce, and served with mac & cheese, green beans, and a biscuit on the side. The sauce was sweet and had a slight spicy kick to it. It made the chicken even more delicious. The mac & cheese was creamy, and the green beans were seasoned well. The biscuit was dry, and the butter didn't really help. I like sweet cocktails, but the Dad's Mai Tai was too sweet for me. The maybe extra shots of rum would've been sufficient. Pricing: I really enjoyed their dinner! Highly recommend the Nashville Hot Chicken entree! Prices are more than you'd expect, but it's not surprising in this economy.

    Chris H.

    I love this location. Reunion is one of the best places for a little meet up with friends with wonderful service and attentive servers. The food and drinks here are amazing and everything is always on the up and up. Whether you are coming for a date or coming to hang out, this place has such a welcoming vibe.

    Butter cake
    Suzanne S.

    Ok. REUNION! You did your thing and helped us have an amazing meal celebrating Father's Day. Yelpers if you are so lucky you will get Hannah as your server. She is awesome! Coupled with great food, you cant go wrong on dining here. Great vibe!

    Brigette G.

    Had lunch with my daughter here at the location in Anaheim Hills. Really good service. The drinks in the food were excellent Ambience was great, but they are very busy. We didn't wait for a table. We sat at the bar Service was quick and friendly, one of my favorite spots in Anaheim Hills!

    Burrito & tater tots
    Tuyen V.

    What other better place to celebrate our friend reunion at a place called "Reunion"? ;) We were looking for a good brunch place to try out and found this place near Corona. Parking: I had no problem finding parking spot as the lot is huge and shared with many other businesses. Interior: We were seated right away without any wait time as we arrived when they just opened. We were seated in a dark area of the restaurant (think bar vibe) so I was a little not sure at first. Most brunch places I went to were always filled with sunlight and bright colorful interiors. This place embraced a classic, quiet feel, something like a Steak House would have. Service: Our server's name was Susan I believe, who was nice and attentive through the whole meal, despite the crowd slowly built up and filled the restaurant. She never failed to check back on us, not just once but twice and refilled our water. She probably isn't as familiar with the brunch menu favorites but seem to know more about the Main menu. The General Manager came out and greeted us because most of their customers are regulars and it's uncommon to have first timers like us visiting. This nice hospitality made us feel very warmly welcomed and impressed. Food: I couldn't decide whether to go with the Slow braised beef on the brunch menu (braised beef benedict) or the main menu but ended up going with the Main menu to get a good portion size. It was a perfect choice because the beef is just amazing. It was cooked to a soft perfection, well seasoned, the roasted vegetable was also cooked just right and not super raw/ crunchy like other places. Then the star of the show arrived - the butter cake. As Susan suggested, this is their most popular dessert and I can see why. The butter cake comes piping hot with the ice cream on top. There's a nice sugar crunchy feel near the bottom of the cake. It's so delicious that I want to come back just to eat this cake. We had a great time overall and would love to come back.

    End of meal hot towels
    Nicole C.

    I found them on Yelp and thank you community! This was an amazing place. Stopped by looking for French Inion soup and it was divine!! Had the short ribs for lunch as well, yum. Service was on point t, at every turn she was friendly, fast and knowledgeable about the menu. Beautiful decor and clean restrooms. Please stop in, you have got to get the hot towel treatment

    Lupita L.

    My favorite restaurant ever !!! Best brunch ! ROSEMARY CHICKEN BISCUITS GRAVY EGGS !!! Can you say perfection?! Yummmmmm! If you like country fried steak, NOTHING BETTER !!! 11/10 Best dinner entree too ! Have to choose the SLOW BRAISED SHORT RIBS!!! YUMMMMMMM ! Yes it's that good ! Most tender meat ! Best mashed potatoes tooooo ! Just thinking about this now I want some ! Service has sprays been good. Ambiance Tres chic cool spot ! Great for brunch , happy hour, and a date too ! Must warn you it gets busy. Be prepared to wait. Parking can be hard to find too as it's in a shopping plaza a that also has a gym, a market, and other places to eat. Let me know what you decide to try. HAPPY EATING! SYOY

    Pan Roasted Salmon
    Angel W.

    Had lunch here to celebrate a coworker's birthday. We had a great time and delicious meal. The service was fantastic, Neff was so attentive and anticipated our needs before we even realized what we needed. Portions were quite generous, not over the top large but enough to feel like you get your money's worth. Drinks were also great! Overall a fun place to eat and hangout. Place was not too loud or quiet. Tried the pan seared salmon and charcuterie board, both were great! Had a strawberry drop to drink, so good!

    Crunchy Chicken Sandwich with Ranch Slaw
    Debbie L.

    Initially sad to learn their brunch is only on the weekend. We stopped by on the way back home specifically because of the brunch recommendation on yelp but unfortunately not available on weekdays. Nonetheless we stayed and had lunch. The short rib stroganoff was a dish ive never had and I was left FULL. The flavors paired so well together. the creamy garlic on the egg noodles and the sourdough was the softest yet crispest bread ive had in a long time. Mom had the crispy grilled sandwich which she paired with ranch cole slaw & she enjoyed. The ambience was nice and full for a friday afternoon after christmas day. Love the light is very low and makes the vibe more intimate.

    Yummy! Deviled Eggs! Came with 4
    Marianne V.

    Went for Happy Hour for the first time. Jett was our server. So nice, attentive and knowledgeable. He let me sample 2 wines before ordering. ( even though I was picking between the happy hour wines) We ended up ordering only appetizers and desserts and he never was disappointed. I know our bill wasn't the highest, still he treated us like Royals ! Highly recommend the butter cake, Reunion red blend, and the Brussels sprouts!

    Shruti N.

    Well the business was able to reply to this review but failed to respond to 5 different phone calls over nearly 2 weeks...after continuing to say they'd call us back each time. That's why I left a one star review Jenni, after a decade of coming regularly, because it's really awful customer service to tell someone you'll call them back and then repeatedly decide not to. I'm sure my number is written down somewhere - in fact multiple times, I have all the servers names who I spoke to who said they'd pass it along - so please feel free to give us a call.

    Andrea M.

    Looking for a last minute date night spot in the area and we landed on Reunion. Getting a reservation was a breeze. The menu was extensive and really has something for everybody. The asian crispy ribs were amazing and we also enjoyed the coconut shrimp. I never order the specials but I made an exception and ordered the steak entree. I ordered it medium rare and that's exactly what I got. It was delicious. Our server was great and she was so quick that we began to feel bad about asking for more time between appetizers and entrees. I'd definitely come back here to try some of the other things on their menu!

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    Great food and atmosphere!!! Various options for the location. Awesome wrap around bar. Indoor and outdoor seating.

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    Thank you for dining with us, Mika! We hope to serve you again soon.

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    Thank you for dining with us, M! We appreciate your compliments.

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    Is your facility pet friendly for outdoor seating?

    Hi Abbi! Our patio is pet friendly. Please see our pet policies here: https://www.reunionkitchen.net/faq-anaheim

    Are there bottomless mimosas on the menu? If so, what is the cost?

    There is not but when you order an entree they will give you mimosas at a discounted rate - $5-6 per glass

    What's the attire? We will be coming from Disneyland for a birthday dinner and wondering if we need to change before coming in.?

    I'd say most people are in smart casual for a nice dinner out, but I've seen shorts and t-shirts too! Just bring yourselves as you are and enjoy the awesome food! Highly recommend a secret menu item, Mexican Shells, it's like a spicy mac and cheese.… 

    Do they offer any gluten free options for lunch or dinner?

    Hi Gretchen, we have a gluten sensitive menu available, suitable for those who do not have serious allergies.

    Is the weekend brunch a buffet or set menu? Also, do you still offer bottomless mimosas?

    Our brunch menu is offered during weekend brunch (10am to 2pm), we do not have a buffet brunch. Mimosas by the glass are discounted from 10am to 2pm. Thank you for your question!

    Is there any vegan options?

    Do you do anything special for Mother's Day like a buffet or?

    Hi Trina, we will be offering our normal weekend brunch menu on Mother's Day. Thank you for your interest!

    Do they have happy hour?

    Hi Mike, we have Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 2:30pm to 6pm. Our Happy Hour menu features discounted prices for Drinks and Snack plates. Please visit our site reunionkitchen.net to view our Happy Hour menu!

    Are you back to full brunch menu and bottomless mimosas?

    There's a phone number to call them and ask. Bet you'd get an answer faster than asking Yelp

    Do you have any gluten free/gluten friendly items?

    You can view the menu online. On Yelp.

    Hello. Do you have any vegan options?

    Their menu is on Yelp and their website

    Why can't I make a reservation on yelp? It gives you the option to make one but won't allow it, it's says no times or dates are available, even months in advance

    Hi Jesse, we are not experiencing any technical issues with reservations on our end. For reservations of more than 6 guests, please contact our host team at (714)283-1062 during our normal business hours, thank you.

    What's the dress code? Can we wear shorts & sandals?

    Yes!!

    Can you share a meal and not get charged the dumb split plate fee?

    We shared 2 plates at no additional charge

    Can you accommodate a party of 13-15 on June 18th for my birthday?

    Hi Joseph, please contact our host team directly at (714)283-1062 to book reservations, thank you!

    Do they offer any non-alcoholic beer, wine, or mocktails?

    Is there live music on weekend?

    No live music any day of the week

    Do you have a New Years preset menu for order?

    Hi Vivian, this New Years Eve (2021) we will offer our Dinner Menu as well as a Holiday Menu with specials.

    Are you open Christmas Day?

    We are closed on Christmas Day.

    Are you open on new year's day?

    Hi Anna, we are open during our regular hours on New Years Day.

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    4.2
    (686 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    Veteran-owned & operated
    Romantic vibe

    Wow! We came for…read moretheir new Gatsby tea service and it did not disappoint. The ambiance is gorgeous and on point. We started with The Gatsby Effect drink which came in beautiful glasses and a tower that drips butterfly pea tea gin into your glass, changing the color of your drink. There's only one tower option with dinner. It comes with an entire 1 oz container of caviar with crumb fresh, chicken nuggets with crown fresh smoked trout caviar and chives, spicy ahi tuna wonton chip, mini lobster rolls, kettle chips, shrimp cocktail shooters, wagyu sliders, and chicken Caesar salad skewers. Nothing disappointed! Everything was high quality. Shrimp was plump n meaty. The service was great! Our waitress was very nice and checked up on us often. This was a great meal, great service, and great price! I would definitely come back

    We came here for the tea experience. This review is only for the tea experience. Okay, so this…read moreplace is very nice. They really do well with presentation. Service was just okay. Tea was really disappointing. Can you call it a tea experience when they use tea bags my loose leaf with a lack of a tea selection and have to share a tea pot with 3 people? This was a really big let down. It's not your traditional tea. Sandwiches were fine. I enjoyed a couple of them. The biscuit was good. They also didn't have scones and clotted cream. In my opinion not a true tea experience. Desserts were not good. The attempt made for the ube and pandan were more of a trend following technique rather than a true love in creating something delicious. It was a disappointment. The experience wasn't terrible it was just okay. Stick to a proper tea place is you are looking for a proper tea experience. If you want just cute pictures and just a great ambiance then you'll be fine coming here. I was between giving 2 and 3 stars for this place. I can't deny this was a cute place. $45 a setting... I didn't see the value. I think this place would be better for just pure brunch rather than tea.

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    The Wild Artichoke

    4.3
    (778 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$$
    Established in 2000
    Takes reservations

    Incredible! I would give both the service and the food a 10/10. The ambiance and overall atmosphere…read morewere elegant, welcoming, and thoughtfully curated. I live in Riverside and consider myself a true foodie. When I want to celebrate something special, I don't buy a purse--I treat myself to an exceptional dining experience. Usually, that means driving all the way to Los Angeles or even Las Vegas, so I was thrilled to discover this restaurant much closer to home. I originally found the restaurant on TikTok. The food looked amazing, but I was still a little skeptical that it could live up to the hype. I'm happy to say it exceeded every expectation. This was genuinely one of the best dining experiences I've had in Southern California. I came for a girls' night out, and everything was flawless from start to finish. The wine pairing was perfect, and even the complimentary bread and truffle butter that arrived at the table were unforgettable. We started with the escargot and the hamachi crisp--both beautifully presented and bursting with balanced, sophisticated flavors. For our entrées, I ordered the uni pasta, while my friends chose the scallops and the sea bass. We all shared bites of each dish, and every plate was outstanding. The quality of the ingredients, execution, and attention to detail were evident in every course. What truly elevated the evening was the hospitality. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we ended up being the last guests in the restaurant, spending time talking with both the staff and the owner, Andrew. His passion for his vision, commitment to quality, and dedication to creating a memorable dining experience were inspiring. I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough. I will absolutely be returning often. Without question, this ranks among the very best meals I have had in Southern California. Here's a polished and more refined version of your review: Incredible! I would give both the service and the food a 10/10. The ambiance and overall atmosphere were elegant, welcoming, and thoughtfully curated. I live in Riverside and consider myself a true foodie. When I want to celebrate something special, I don't buy a purse--I treat myself to an exceptional dining experience. Usually, that means driving all the way to Los Angeles or even Las Vegas, so I was thrilled to discover this restaurant much closer to home. I originally found the restaurant on TikTok. The food looked amazing, but I was still a little skeptical that it could live up to the hype. I'm happy to say it exceeded every expectation. This was genuinely one of the best dining experiences I've had in Southern California. I came for a girls' night out, and everything was flawless from start to finish. The wine pairing was perfect, and even the complimentary bread and truffle butter that arrived at the table were unforgettable. We started with the escargot and the hamachi crisp--both beautifully presented and bursting with balanced, sophisticated flavors. For our entrées, I ordered the uni pasta, while my friends chose the scallops and the sea bass. We all shared bites of each dish, and every plate was outstanding. The quality of the ingredients, execution, and attention to detail were evident in every course. What truly elevated the evening was the hospitality. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we ended up being the last guests in the restaurant, spending time talking with both the staff and the owner, Andrew. His passion for his vision, commitment to quality, and dedication to creating a memorable dining experience were inspiring. I cannot recommend this restaurant highly enough. I will absolutely be returning often. Without question, this ranks among the very best meals I have had in Southern California.

    Tiny restaurant in a strip mall, with tasty though relatively high priced food for the area…read more Interior is casual, dishes are nicely plated. Steak frites ($46) - tender, tasty, though the butter sauce is too plentiful. Served on a hot plate, so butter was sizzling for much of the meal. I'd prefer half the amount of butter. Signature hamachi crudo appetizer ($28) - a winner, gorgeously plated, tasty but not overpowering. Do get this. Easy reservations online. Chilly temperature so bring a sweater. Hubby and in-laws enjoyed it, so we'll return!

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    Terra Wood-Fired Kitchen

    Terra Wood-Fired Kitchen

    4.3
    (672 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    Terra Pizza is FIRE! The flavors are bold, fresh, and…read morepacked with flavor. We ordered the mushroom and grilled onion pizza, and it was absolutely amazing! The ingredients tasted fresh, and every bite was delicious. What really stood out was the customer service. The staff were warm, welcoming, and genuinely friendly from the moment walked in. If you're looking for excellent pizza and outstanding service, Terra Pizza is definitely worth a visit. We will absolutely be back!

    Horrible experience and extremely poor customer service…read more On Father's Day, my husband wanted to try this restaurant for the first time. Unfortunately, it turned into one of the worst dining experiences we've had. We were seated on the patio and waited for 15 minutes without a single employee approaching our table. Not one server, host, or staff member stopped by to acknowledge us, offer water, or even let us know someone would be with us shortly. We actually timed it from the moment we sat down until the moment we left. What made the situation even more frustrating was that we were seated in the middle of the patio in plain sight. We watched multiple servers and staff members standing around the service station, chatting, sipping drinks, and looking around. Meanwhile, guests who were seated after us had their orders taken, received water, and were even served appetizers before anyone acknowledged our existence. For a restaurant charging premium prices, this level of service is completely unacceptable. On Father's Day of all days, when families are trying to enjoy a special meal together, the lack of attention and basic hospitality was astonishing. After 15 minutes, with my husband and son both hungry and frustrated, I walked up to what appeared to be the manager or owner and informed her that we were leaving because no one had come to our table. Her response was that she "wasn't aware." Frankly, that's not an acceptable answer. If you're managing or owning a restaurant, knowing whether your guests are being taken care of is part of the job. I have traveled extensively throughout the United States and internationally, dining at everything from small local establishments to high-end restaurants around the world. Out of the countless places I have visited, this experience easily ranks among my top 20 worst restaurant experiences. Not because the food was bad--we never even had the opportunity to order--but because the complete lack of service and awareness was that shocking. To make matters worse, after leaving, we went to North Italia. Within a few minutes of being seated, a server greeted us, acknowledged the Father's Day rush, offered us bread, and genuinely seemed concerned when we explained what had just happened. That simple act of hospitality immediately changed the tone of our afternoon. That is how a restaurant should be operated. That is what good management, training, and customer service look like. You make guests feel welcome, valued, and taken care of--even on one of the busiest dining days of the year. This restaurant, unfortunately, did the exact opposite. We left disappointed, hungry, and genuinely stunned by how poorly the situation was handled. Will we return? Absolutely not. There are far too many restaurants that appreciate their customers and understand the basics of hospitality for us to ever give this place another chance.

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    Keno's Restaurant

    Keno's Restaurant

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Full bar

    Disappointing. I haven't been here in over a year, the…read moreportion of corned beef hash was much smaller than I remember, the potatoes O'Brien had only 1 small piece of green pepper and no onions and the house bloody Mary had a weird flavor so I sent it back and and the replacement bloody Mary was watery.

    Great breakfast spot! Very close to the freeway (Imperial Ecit on 90) if youbare looking for a pit…read morestop on the way out if town. They also serve lunch, dinner and cocktails. This place is huge. Lots of seating and a very large parking lot. There are two sides, the Cafe (diner) and the Lounge. Both sides have comfy booths, most are large semi-circles. The lounge side is very cool and has a sunken seating area with a fireplace. 40 years in business and still going strong! We were pleasantly surprised to find no wait upon arrival. However, theybdo have a waitlist on their website to join if needed. We were promptly seated and after we ordered, our food came out so fast. Very solid breakfast date with many options on their extensive menu! Also additional specials! I ordered French Toast Combo with two eggs and sausage. Loved the sausage! My husband orderd the three egg California Omelet and loved it. I tried his potatoes, excellent. Staff is very friendly. Our server Fernando was excellent, patient and attentive!

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    Glazed Pork Chops
    Keno's Sign
    Keno's Sign
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    Tempo Cantina

    Tempo Cantina

    4.4
    (7.8k reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$

    Came for a girls lunch date earlier to this weekend and this spot did not disappoint!…read more THE SERVICE: 5/5 - Quick, friendly, accommodating, and our waiter made a real effort to engage in conversation with us. The FOOD: 4.5/5 | Drinks: 5/5 Off the appetizers, we had the pork belly bites and dirty fries! First dish came with a long hot pepper, several mini tortillas, and 2 dipping sauces. The pork was crunchy on the outside and soft+succulent on the inside. I can see myself doubling up on this appetizer the next time I come. Dirty fries were great; it came with a generous amount of pickled onions - providing a really nice contrast to the savoriness of our meal. Our waiter graciously accommodated our request to have the egg on the side. Off the entrée/taco menu, my friend ordered the Korean tacos and I got the Ensenada (fish) tacos. But you can also order the Ensenada tacos with shrimp. These were delicious, I would have loved a little more lime crema to go with the fish - but not a big deal. I got a Watermelon Margarita. I wasn't expecting it to be HUGE, but it was the perfect amount considering how much food we as a pair ordered. My friend ordered the La Toxica table side cocktail and one additional mango cocktail. Table side cocktail was a whole show and my friend really enjoyed it. We had a great lunch at Tempo Cantina. I can't wait to try more of their bar menu, maybe even at night when the restaurant is lively

    My wife and I would always go have dinner at tempo and suddenly the customer service went down the…read moretoilet. When we got the there was a line so we patiently waited no big deal. Then we were called in by the host and she told us that we only had an hour or so to eat that there's a time limit. Is said What? I told myself I m going to stay here as long as I need to enjoy my dinner and I was going to just walk out then and there but gave it a chance. I asked the waitress about the time limit they have and she said it's true just enjoy your dinner, she also stated that she going to get fired soon anyways. Wow bringing up dirty laundry to customers is not correct. The food was good but I then decided to never come back...to much drama here ..management and customer service is out of control. That's probably why they closed the Downey and San Diego locations. There's toooo many great places to eat nowadays. Buh-Bye.

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    Strawberry Margarita!
    Asada Chilaquiles. Don't expect a whole plate of chilaquiles with carne asada on top! Both are served as separate sides on the plate.
    Asada Chilaquiles. Don't expect a whole plate of chilaquiles with carne asada on top! Both are served as separate sides on the plate.
    Coffee. Straightforward, hot, and caffeinated.

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    PUBlic Legacy

    PUBlic Legacy

    4.5
    (456 reviews)
    5.6 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Private events

    Service A+ Amanda was our server, she was so bubbly and had awesome recommendations for Coctails…read moreand food. My husband has a wheat allergy and she was so sweet to help with accommodating him as well as offering tasting when trying to decide between seltzer or a cider. Coctails and Food were A++ I will dream about their Tomato Addiction until i have it again! Bursting with flavors, sourdough was fresh and had the right amount of crunch. Melty brie and the garlicy tomatoes married together perfectly. Will be returning for that alone! Santa Ana Winds was yummy with the perfect amount of coconutty flavor. Nightbloom had a beautiful presentation with a very unique flavor, so delish!!

    I've been to this place numerous times and have never had a bad experience. It's easy to find right…read morepast the Honda center. The only downside is parking can be a little difficult during lunch time. One of the things I like about this place is when you walk through the door you already have a warm and fuzzy feeling. Almost like you're going into someone else's home for a meal. Lots of wood. Lots of dim lining. The place is very upscale without feeling stuffy. If you are going there for lunch, I highly recommend you get the burger off the menu. I am not kidding. It is one of the best tasting hamburgers I've had in a very long time. They cook it perfectly and their french fries are seasoned to perfection. Wait staff is top-notch, they definitely take care of your table while not hovering over you. One thing of note, they have great iced tea. Bottom line? If you are in town and looking for a good lunch that won't break the bank, I highly recommend public legacy, and make sure you get the burger!

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    Public Legacy Bar
    Short rib Paperdelle
    Short rib Paperdelle
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    The Hive Sports Bar & Grill

    The Hive Sports Bar & Grill

    4.1
    (310 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    I've been going to The Hive since it first opened. Like any new business, it had a few minor…read moregrowing pains at the beginning, but it has truly grown into a standout spot in the Anaheim Hills sports and live music scene. The venue features numerous screens throughout, making it a great place to catch all your favorite local teams--especially during playoff season. The atmosphere is energetic and welcoming, perfect for fans and families alike. I'm there most often for the live music. Harry, the owner, does a fantastic job booking a wide variety of bands, particularly on weekends--that's usually when my group and I head over. There's a spacious dance floor, and it's always a fun night for everyone who attends. The food is excellent with a solid variety of options, though I'd still love to see a big, classic hot dog added to the menu someday (hint, hint, Harry!). The service is consistently great, and the staff is always friendly and attentive. If you're in the neighborhood, I highly recommend stopping by to catch a game or check out a local band on the weekend.

    Hi Melene Thank you for your response. I want to acknowledge…read morethat I did eventually sit down without being seated, and I understand that doing so was not consistent with your normal process. For that, I take responsibility. However, I believe your description leaves out important context that contributed to the situation. I waited in line like every other customer and spoke directly with the hostess. She was preparing to seat me, but then informed me that because I did not yet have all four members of my party present, I could not be seated. I explained that some members of my party were still looking for parking while others were on their way, and asked whether I could simply be seated as a party of one while I waited. I had driven a considerable distance specifically for this event and intended to purchase food and drinks. I was told that I could not be seated or served until the rest of my party arrived. What made this especially confusing was that the event had been advertised as first come, first served. Based on that advertising, I reasonably expected that arriving early and waiting in line would secure a place. Instead, I was told I could not be seated or served despite having arrived and waited my turn. Out of frustration, I briefly sat down hoping to get a drink of water and order food while waiting. When I was told I could not sit there, I immediately got up and left the table. I then asked whether there was anywhere else I could at least get food and water while waiting for my friends. Both the hostess and the manager informed me that I could not be served unless my full party was present. What further added to my frustration was watching a party of two get seated shortly afterward. Whether there were circumstances I was unaware of or not, it created the appearance that the policy was being applied inconsistently. My concern is less about being denied a table and more about the inconsistent messaging and customer experience. Had I been clearly informed in advance that "first come, first served" was subject to a full-party seating requirement, I would have planned accordingly. While I can acknowledge my role in the interaction, I believe there is also an opportunity for your business to reflect on how situations like this are communicated and handled. Customer dissatisfaction often comes not from the existence of a policy, but from inconsistent application and poor communication of that policy. Given the number of reviews expressing similar concerns, it may be worth considering whether there is a pattern that deserves attention. I wish your business success and appreciate you taking the time to respond.

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    Restaurant
    Carne Asada Tacos
    Carne Asada Tacos
    Steak Dinner and a happy xMom

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    Reunion Kitchen + Drink - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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