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    4.3 (2.2k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Chorizo Breakfast Burrito
    Luis G.

    Currently the best Breakfast Burrito in Orange County. Neck and neck with Barons and Sobuneh for best in the State. I arrived at 9:55am on a Sunday morning and waited in my car until they opened. Friendly service at the bar as I placed my order. As I waited 10-12 minutes at least a dozen others placed orders. Fair to say that the Bacon and Carne Asada Steak are the popular ones. Within one taste you realize all the hype is deserved. I will have to return soon to try a burger but I highly recommend their breakfast burrito options. They are on such an elite level that I wish I could give them more stars to show how perfectly crafted this meal turned out to be.

    Grand Cut Burger
    Marcus L.

    I had a nice experience at The Cut and I want to return to try some other items. FOOD The Grand Cut - one of the better burgers I've had in a while. The bun is great. It's soft and light. The beef is cooked right and the whole package just feels right. I don't think I'd change it. It was a little surprising and I was impressed. INSIDE The interior is nice here. It's clean and the wood tables and chairs look good. SERVICE Friendly and professional. PARKING Large, shared parking lot (free).

    Shawn S.

    Incredible burgers and experience. This place has the best sweet potato fries I have ever had. Perfectly crispy, seasoned, chewy, and served with an amazing sauce. The burgers are packed with flavor and made with quality meat. Staff are very welcoming and friendly, and the interior is well organized and clean.

    Fries
    Jennifer M.

    I can't believe we haven't had the cut before. And the sauces, I want more sauces. I'm bias for what I had. The blue cheese burger with amazing blue cheese sauce, carmelized onions. Bbq sauce with medium rare burger - oh my sweet and tartness! Absolute melt in your mouth delishness. And sweet potato fries were the perfect addition to the savory meal. I cannot wait have my leftovers today. My other half had the double smash cheese burger with regular fries. He'd try different side next time. But the Caesar dressing for the salad was amazing with homemade croutons. So let's discuss sauces. Three thousand island - yowsa- and house the cut sauce - my blue cheese sauce - and the ranch dressing! I want more things to dip in the sauces. Next time we will dine in and try more. Definitely a smash hit for a Friday night.

    Bonnie Y.

    We came by for lunch as a group. We grabbed two tables (one inside and one outside). They insisted that we have to have two separate checks, knowing that one table has all kids! It took a long time to figure out how and who's paying for what! We got a chorizo burrito and chicken and waffles. They were both delicious. Others ordered burgers and they looked amazing. Overall, the food was good but the service needs improvement.

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    Connor Y.

    The Cut is an awesome burger place located in OC California. Great customer service really nice people. It was a pop-up shop. This wasn't at their storefront, but they were really nice really kind generous and you can smell the food from a mile away. I just got there cheeseburger and it was delicious. The bun is the highlight of it. It's a soft potato bun nice soft buttery melt right inside of your mouth fresh cheese absolutely delicious and the burger was nice juicy, but in my opinion, it could've been seasoned a little better. There's plenty of favor there, but the seasoning was just not what I expected.

    Grand Cut: pork belly, bacon jam, aioli, havarti & comte cheese fondue
    Tiffany P.

    I really wanted to love this place after seeing all the hype online, and there were some bright spots! We tried the Grand Cut and Savory burgers. The first few bites were actually pretty promising. Rich, flavorful, and satisfying at first. But as we kept going, the heaviness started to build. The oiliness or fattiness leaking from the fondue made the Grand Cut feel a bit overwhelming. Finishing the burgers ended up being more of a task than something to look forward to. The Onion Rings were good. The Black Truffle Mac & Cheese, though, didn't quite hit the mark for me. Just a very subtle truffle flavor and a bit under-seasoned. Nothing stood out in a big way, and for the price point, I was hoping for something a little more memorable. That said, the service was genuinely great. The staff were super friendly, upbeat, and attentive. One thing to note: the space is pretty tight, and it can get loud. You'll likely hear full conversations from nearby tables, so it's not the most relaxed setting. It didn't quite live up to expectations for me, but I can see why others might enjoy it. I'd maybe come back to try something different.

    Cheesy Tots
    Pedro G.

    Went to The Cut for dinner. Were seated immediately. Customer service was awesome and the overall vibe of the restuarant was very relaxing. Now to the fun part, the food. I ordered their OG burger with a side of sweet potato fries. You are given the choice to choose how you'd like your meat cooked. I picked medium well. The food was cooked to a perfection, with a ton of flavor I'd like to add. I can see why people like to eat here. I'm sad I didn't have room for dessert but definitley come back for more.

    Gravy
    Angela B.

    Review for burrito + gravy Steak burrito $19 It's good, but not $19 good. I've had better for cheaper. I did eat it at home (10 min drive) and the tater tots practically became mashed potatoes inside as they lost their crunch. The amount of steak they had was generous and seasoned well. Not too much of anything so nothing seemed to overpower, but it also didn't make me go wow. I've prolly had a burrito once every 3 weeks while pregnant too lol Gravy Side of gravy costs $2 and it's fine. Nothing too crazy. Service Ordered at the back and it took 15-20 min for my order, but they were also pretty busy. Service was kind.

    The Cut burger. It doesn't look like much, but it's a one of a kind experience.
    Brad R.

    My wife and I have been here quite a few times now, and it's always delicious. After The Counter closed nearby, I really needed a new local burger place when I had a burger craving, and The Cut delivers. I either order The Cut (yes, the $40 burger and fries) or I make my own bleu cheese burger depending on my mood. I'll cut to the chase: is the $40 burger worth it? If you've got $40 to spare and you like burgers, I think it's definitely worth it. I mean, I've had it probably three or four times now, and I'm not some kind of moron who likes setting money on fire (I hope), so it must be good, right? What's unique about it? Basically everything, but obviously the patty of meat is the star of the show, with a unique taste and texture that makes it stand out from a normal ground beef patty, and the cheese is no slouch either. The only negative is that my wife bullies me into ordering it so she can steal a few bites. The regular fries and sweet potato fries are also great. My wife got a steak with her caesar salad one time, and that was delicious too. We usually have the same waiter since we come around the same time/day every time, and he's always great. They also always have a great selection of beers on tap, today they had three different West Coast IPAs and I felt like a kid in a candy store... yum! Normally when writing a review I can come up with some sort of complaint to balance things out, but not really in this case. I mean, I could whine that the burger is $40, but no one is forcing me to buy it (except for my wife). All in all, I think this is one of the best places in Irvine to have a pint of beer and a good meal.

    Happy Hour Burger - Meat, Bun, Cheese =  $7 (added sauce)
    Scott B.

    Insta Influencers Got Me! I'm glad I tried this place... it felt like my insta-feed wouldn't stop until I tried it... influencer after influencer claiming how great this place was... I finally gave in. Service - really solid... I observed some great treatment towards all the customers and that was fantastic. My service was nice. Refills when needed. Timely service. This is probably picky but they could have gone over the menu a little bit more with me, but I'm sure people also just like to be left alone too. Food - really great for a basic burger! Clearly fresh ground because it wasn't overly dense... soft brioche bun... great cheese! House sauce was solid! Sweet potato fries were excellent. Perfect crisp outside with soft warm inside. Nice atmosphere, comfortable interior... if you like personal space or need/want to have a private conversation it may not be the best spot...if you like eaves dropping then you'll love it! There were clearly some locals as the wait staff took the time to know people's names. I will for sure give them a try again to see if I can bump my review to a 5 for consistency... (4 is my max on a first try because I've been burned before giving a 5 then the next time the spot disappointed... don't want to steer people wrong) Many times the influencers don't live up to the hype... this time they were right... If you like quality and don't mind paying a little bit more for it... this may be your burger spot in Irvine!

    Weekly schedule
    Brian K.

    Came here specifically for the breakfast burritos I keep seeing all over social media, and they lived up to the hype. Although they're currently only available during weekend brunch (10am-2pm), that just made it feel more like a treat. On top of that, the bottomless mimosas were a nice surprise bonus and really rounded out the experience. While they're priced a bit higher than your typical breakfast burrito, the Cali steak alone is good enough to keep me coming back to this local spot. The vibe here is one of the highlights. It's laidback and modern with a clean, slightly upscale feel, somewhere between a casual burger joint and a trendy brunch spot. We sat at the bar, which added to the relaxed, social atmosphere, but the service was a mixed bag. The bartender was very friendly, but despite only serving two couples, we didn't get much attention. It seemed he knew the other pair and focused most of his time there. As for the food, the portions are generous. My wife and I each ordered a burrito but ate only half to try to save room for dinner later. Even then, they were still quite filling. What really elevates these burritos above the usual are the crispy tater tots inside; they add texture and flavor in a way that turns a good breakfast burrito into a great one. These are hearty and satisfying the way they should be, but they are priced a bit higher than other breakfast burritos joints in OC. You're definitely paying a premium, but the quality and portion size help justify it. We didn't get a chance to try the burgers this time, but based on how good the breakfast burritos were, we'll definitely be back soon to explore more of the menu. Expectations will be high, but seems like The Cut can make the cut

    Menu - beer
    Simon K.

    The $40 burger was worth it. But it's definitely a bucketlist item, one and done, don't need to do it again. It is genuine ground steak. Other places claim to have steak burgers, but this here is the real deal. High quality ribeye steak. No fillers. No blends. They want you to experience the purity of it, so it comes essentially plain but with cheese. And it's cooked a perfect medium rare. Delicious! The fries are great too. They have a nice selection of craft beers on tap including my favorite Harland Japanese Rice Lager. Nice ambience and great service.

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    24 days ago

    I was craving a burger and they nailed! Delicious burgers!!! Their dessert is also good!!

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    Amazing service and amazing food 10/10 everything was perfect and no complaints! Would eat here again!

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    Ask the Community - The Cut

    Do you guys still have happy hour?

    Do they do like a birthday slice or something similar like that if we ask? I'm going with someone for their birthday & wondering if they do that, because I know many places do, but many don't :).

    Their dessert items are limited to a corn cookie vanilla ice cream sandwich and tres leches bread pudding.

    How much is your corkage fee?

    Do you guys serve beer?

    We serve some of the best craft beer around. Have domestic options as well, in addition to craft cocktails and wine.

    Is there anything that is protein rich?

    Yup!!!

    Reservations available for brunch?

    Yes they accept reservations through the phone!

    Now that I know it's dog friendly, do you have meals for them on the menu?

    What are the vegan options?

    Beyond Burger patty can be substituted for any of the burger options. And it's really good. I was surprised by how well seasoned the patty is.

    How are your Burgers cooked? Flame-grilled, fried?

    On a flat top griddle! :)

    What is the average wait time for brunch on Saturday around noon?

    I’m we went first thing in the morning after right after it opened and we got our food fairly quickly. As we were leaving, a good amount of people started trickling in

    Is the "Grand Cut" burger back yet?

    We have The Grand Cut burger. It's "THE CUT" Burger (60 day dry aged ribeye) that we don't have at the moment. We are hoping to bring it back when supply chain isn't so heavily affected by covid and labor struggles. Thank you.

    Is brunch everyday?

    Just weekends!

    Is there any way to sub out the bun for lettuce wrap for keto diets?

    Yes! They did it for my burger and it was DELICIOUS!

    Is the Nashville chicken certified organic, antibiotic and hormone free?? Are the meats grass fed?

    natural is NOT non gmo, or grassfed and finished.

    Is there garlic or onion in the beef seasoning? What is beef seasoned with?

    I wish I knew the ingredients all I can tell you is that it is so great. Try it.

    Gluten free buns?

    No gluten free buns :( they can make their burgers "protein style" by adding a hearty side salad

    Can you confirm that dogs are allowed? Outdoor patio, I assume?

    Hi David, Yes, we allow dogs on our patio and they are allowed on the outside shared patio as… 

    For big parties can you do separate checks?

    We can do split checks but limit to 4 split checks.

    Do you have bottomless mimosas?

    Yes we do! During our weekend brunch.

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    Bunz Burger

    Bunz Burger

    4.6
    (2.2k reviews)
    11.2 mi
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    My go to place when I'm driving by the area and not sure what get that's reliable and consistent…read more Pros -Prices are very reasonable. -A variety of burger sizes and types. -Everything from burgers, hots dogs, fries, tots, have hit the spot. Haven't tried their salads yet. -Friendly -Easy to customize items. -Great value, quality, and quantity for the price. Cons -Can take some time to get your order. -Restroom is a bit tricky. -Parking can be limited if this place gets busy.

    I can cross another place off my list of places to eat. I'd been meaning to give this place a try…read morefor some time, now, and, today was that time. I ordered the Western Bacon Cheezburger Combo, with Onion Rings as my side, and, a Raspberry Iced Tea as my drink. The place was busy-ish, with people eating their food. It's outdoor seating, only, which presents its own challenges when there's a wind blowing. But, I digress. Aside from maybe a couple people conversing, and, the music playing, not to mention skaters from the neighboring skate park rolling up, and/or out, it's relatively quiet. Just as an aside: That wasn't a complaint. In fact, it's primo Real Estate being next door to a Skate Park, as far as I'm concerned. My food was ready in about 12 minutes or so, which was nice. My burger was bigger than the last couple of burgers I've eaten fairly recently , which was great. Definitely tastier than the last couple of burgers I've had. I'll have to eat here a couple more times to truly give it a final verdict, but, I was pleased with my burger. I have yet to give a mention of my onion rings, so, here goes: This is how Onion Rings should be done! Golden Brown, and, not Orange. Tasty, for sure! Overall, like I said, I'm pleased with my experience. I'll have to eat here at least once more to truly get a feel(taste) for their food, but, like I said, I'm pleased.

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    Double cheeseburger with bacon and pastrami loaded fries with cheese diced oninions
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    Hammer Burger

    Hammer Burger

    4.5
    (803 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    07.12.2026 Hubby and…read moreI decided to stop and try this place on our way back from spending the day in LA. We've seen it a few times because we've been around the corner at Loosies Pizza. The staff were friendly and attentive. We arrived right before the dinner rush. The place had TVs on and music playing. It seemed like a fun place to eat and hang out. One of the staff mentioned how they were packed last weekend with all the FIFA games. We ordered take out - a classic Hammer Burger, a half order of chili cheese fries, and a small order of onion rings. Sauce station was near the soda, you could get whichever ones you liked. Despite our 15 minute drive home, the food was still warm and really delicious. The burger had good flavor with and without their house sauce. The chili cheese fries were skinny fries with a cheese sauce and bean-less chili. The chili was filling and had a little kick to it. The batter-fried onion rings were (still) crispy and yummy with both ranch and the house sauce. We will definitely be back to fill our smashburger and chili cheese fries cravings! PS- The bathrooms were clean.

    this place is soooooo delicious!!!…read more i went here with my mom about a month ago and i was absolutely stunned by the amount of sauce choices! it truly lives up to its reputation. the smash burgers were literally amazing. they use the perfect buns, meat with the most delectable and crispy little edges, and add delicious grilled onions. the burger was literally a 10/10, and i have no notes. my mom and i decided to try every. single. sauce. and i can confidently say that the white bbq, chipotle mayo, and garlic aioli should be sold nationwide in grocery stores. i need them injected into my veins. i was so beyond pleased with my experience at hammer burger, and ill 100% be coming back again!

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    [INTERIOR] had ample spread-out seating.

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    [INTERIOR] had ample spread-out seating.
    MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes

    MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes

    4.2
    (892 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$

    Our first visit. Burger Lounge is our "go-to" burger place but this is better…read more Service was excellent - very friendly and help right from the front door. Ambiance was somewhat neutral - quiet enough - lot's of people very busy behind the counter. Clean restrooms, and tables. Quality of the food was outstanding - sweet potato fries cooked perfectly. A Mooyah cheese burger made perfectly - meat cooked just right, lettuce and tomatoes and pickles just the way I like it with some dressing that seemed like thousands island - my favorite - and a very thin and good-tasting bun. Excellent quality beyond anything I've had anywhere. Thanks for a great experience. Two people eating well for $25 is a real exceptional deal nowadays.

    Mooyah is a place I like overall, but I wish I could like it more…read more I like the freshness and customization of the burgers. It kind of reminds me of Five Guys, but the meat tastes fresher and more grass-fed, it does not feel as overpriced, and there are more options for cheeses and toppings. I also like the surprisingly generous portions of fried potatoes, whether you get the French fries or potato chips. I only have one big issue with Mooyah, though: they oversalt the hell out of the fried potatoes. It is especially bad with the homemade potato chips, which really sucks because I can tell they are homemade. Unfortunately, when I order online, I do not have the option to request no salt. This is frustrating because I like to control my sodium intake, and I do not get any real say in how much salt is put on my potatoes. I clearly get an overload of salt whenever I eat fried potatoes here. Otherwise, I like this spot. I just have to be prepared to get a small size of fried potatoes for my body's sake, sodium-wise.

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