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    The Cut

    4.3 (2.2k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

    Happy hour wings
    Brittany S.

    First time here. Great location, easy parking. Great portions. Soft toasty buns with very juicy burgers. Everything came loaded and packed with flavor!! Fast service. Brought everything needed without having to ask. Very casual family style hipster vibe. Patio seating available. Great colors of the rainbow on draft. I love reds!

    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.

    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.

    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!

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    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.

    Ryan H.

    Came for lunch and there was a chair debacle. We asked for a table for 5 they said sure and sat us at a table for 4. We asked for a chair and they said they would bring it. 5min passed and no chair so we grabbed a chair from an empty table. A waitress then came and asked me to switch chairs because they needed that exact chair from the table we took it from. We said yes, and she brought in an outside chair, which was pretty hot from sitting in the 85 degree heat. After, the table where we took the chair from didn't need the chair because they had a stroller. The waitress took that chair outside....i asked to switch chairs since that table didn't need it. They said they'll look for a chair for me. I ended up just switching the chairs myself again. The situation honestly isn't a huge deal and they apologized but the apology seemed disingenuous so left a bad start to the meal. Food Ordered fried chicken and gravy burrito 3/5. Good but dry. I wish it came with a side of gravy as well as i drowned the burrito in salsa and ketchup

    Joshua T.

    Stopped in for dinner during restaurant week. Shout out to Melanie, our server. Super nice, and accommodating. Food was pretty good, tots and fries were crispy and tasty. We appreciated that the tots were not drowning in cheese - just the right amount. The Marrow & Raclette was our least favorite, though. Just felt greasy. Few beers on tap, the Harland Japanese with Yuzu was nice and refreshing.

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    Best PB&J sandwich I have ever tasted! A+ for creativity and bringing a new twist to a classic.

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    The wings were really could (wish they had boneless wings though), but the burger was the best burger EVER. So juicy!

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    Everything we ordered here was really good - the chicken & waffles, a burger, the tater tots, and the fries. Great service, too.

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    Great spot! I had the savory burger and fries. Wet good quality and absolutely delicious.

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    Ordered a couple burgers and the chicken sandwich. Burgers taste great but the chicken sandwich was just average

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    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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    Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

    Bosscat Kitchen & Libations

    4.3
    (6k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Yesterday we watched the US soccer World Cup and it was a great time. Your staff was very…read moreaccommodating, even though our reservation was only set for four or five people. You let us have a few more people join us. Also our server Morgan was fantastic. He was very accommodating and sweet as well. Very attentive! We also enjoyed the food Thank you for a great time Morgan and Bosscat!

    Southern food has a lot of charm and Bosscat Kitchen brings this charm to Southern California in…read morethe spirit of true Southern cooking. The menu is simple and straightforward. The cooking uses quality ingredients and love and care. I was here on business by myself and was seated immediately and after a quick look at the menu decided on the devil's cut ribeye a steak. It comes with a massive amount of oven, roasted potatoes and green beans. I also got a side salad with it as well which was way too much food for one person. The entire thing was big enough for two normal or maybe even three light eaters. The steak was excellent with a sweet coffee rub with a slightly sweet mapley taste. I could only finish about half and save the rest for the next day. Even though I was full, I decided to try the fried apple pie because it was recommended by many other reviewers. It was actually amazing. It was the dish that was highly recommended by the server and she was not wrong. The ice cream on top was probably House made and the pie itself was like a gourmet version of a hostess apple pie but of course with much higher quality ingredients and it was delicious. The vibe of the restaurant is exciting. It is a fun place to visit with the visual aspects such as the bird cages in the window case. Oak barrels used for aging whiskey are set around and the general vibe was very attractive. Everyone was having a great time and making quite a lot of noise from all the conversation and the music, but people were really enjoying themselves. If you want to have a quiet conversation with someone, this is probably not your place, but if you want a fun time with that kind of vibe, it is an excellent place. I recommend Bosscat highly.

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    Maldon’s Brasserie

    Maldon’s Brasserie

    4.5
    (386 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Seriously?! Not only is it gluten free dedicated kitchen, the food is beyond scrumptious!! I went…read morewith three others my family (non Celiac) who are foodies. They also said every single thing we ordered was delicious. Cinnamon Rolls were the best I've ever had!

    They closed Feb 15…read more We came here Feb 13. They had a paper on a podium written about their closure. And I truly believe that they are not really made out to be a full-service restaurant as much as I like their dedication and drive. I had a reservation at 7 pm. I checked in at 6:45 pm. At 7:25 pm, they brought us in and did not have a table ready for us. They made a table then after a table left 15 minutes later, they rearranged us. I do not understand why you offer reservations if you will not actually honor the system. Around 8 pm, we asked if we could order as they had only brought water. Listen I understand. You're closing soon. You only had 1 server for the entire restaurant the weekend of Valentines. You have to go lean on the busiest last weekend ..? I don't actually understand. When all came to, they were not offering dessert because "they were saving it for Valentine's Day". No notification about when their kitchen closed and no asks if anybody wanted to order for to-go. On top of that, everyone did not have free parking and had to pay upon exit even with validation. You will do great as a ghost kitchen since the food was good and everyone enjoyed it. If you come back as a full service, I would seriously reconsider how you do business.

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    Lion and Lamb Coffee Roasters

    Lion and Lamb Coffee Roasters

    4.6
    (994 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $

    Came in for the first time around Noon on Sunday 7/5/26 thanks to Yelp who guided me here for…read morecoffee. L&L is located in a huge industrial complex with tons of parking (not sure how it is during weekdays though when the other businesses are open). The coffee shop is HUGE with plenty of seating and from the looks of it- lots of regulars hanging out and enjoying their sip. Walk in and fall in line to select your coffee of choice. You can scan their QR code of items - just wish prices were posted too. L&L roasts their beans and after just one sip, you can taste the difference! I had a vanilla latte while hubby had their toffee latte. As it turns out they make their own toffee syrup which is amazing!!! They also have a great selection of foods- burritos, avo toast, quiche, a variety of bagels and a nice assortment of scones, muffins and croissants. We shared a chorizo burrito filled with potato, egg, cheese, chorizo then toasted. It came with 2 different sauces - and cool and creamy cilantro and a smokey mocajete. This too was delicious and we were so glad to have ordered this. Staff were super friendly, welcoming and very helpful. All good vibes here! Look forward to returning!!!

    What is not to love about this spot?…read more Easy and free parking for as long as you need it? Sign me up! Extensive drinks menu. I love love love their matcha and actually get my at-home espresso beans here. They are perfectly roasted and the espresso comes out smooth. I also have had their avocado toast. It is so good but I never finish it haha because it is big. Totally worth to try. They have large tables which are perfect to host coworking sessions or just to come and work. I think I've only had like a small instance where the internet got a little slow but other than that this is a pleasant spot to visit. You can also rent a study/conference room from the church. I sent a message before because I needed a spot to do my final oral exam virtually. There is a small fee but unfortunately no one got back to me. There is a QR code that takes you to a site where you fill out a form to request the space. Now, these requests are handled specifically by the church not the coffee spot. Although it is in the same area. The staff is super friendly. The restrooms are always clean. Handicap friendly. Not necessarily kid friendly because a lot of people come here to study and work, and its also all concrete and hazards for the small ones, but I have seen people do like babies on strollers type of gathering.

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    SALTED TOFFEE LATTE, with a little extra love from the barista - Perfect!

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