Yay for Enrique! He was our server during happy hour and we had a great experience! Food came out fresh and hot. It was delicious. Happy hour menu is great! We got clam chowder, clams and mussels and fish and chips. Their wine sangria is refreshing. Highly recommend! read more

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Me and the hubs came here for happy hour. The customer service at The Dive Oyster Bar was great! We walked in and got seats right away. It's super cute and clean inside. We ordered the steamed clams and muscles. Which I thought was too salty and the bread it came with was stale. We also go the pan roast with a side of garlic butter shrimp. The garlic butter shrimp was delicious. However the pan roast fell short because I was comparing it to the Oyster Bar in Vegas. Lastly, we ordered the fish and chips which were just okay. I had better. Overall, for the happy hour price it was worth the try. read more

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I'd appreciate the business owner to reach out to me. I tried calling and they said no manager was available. This evening this is the order I placed. Why didnt I get PASTA with my "lobster pasta"? My order says RICE on the side. Your waitress said i told her no pasta. Why would I spend over $65 for ONE DISH with no pasta? She placed me hold as I heard her tell the chef "she said no pasta now she wants it" I did not say that. She asked me about the rice. Your chef got on the phone and said my order says no pasta . Super disappointed that after I spent so much money on my order I didnt get what I ordered. As a business owner I WOULD NEVER EVER complain and argue about a customer who is on the other line and can hear the entire conversation. I NOTED RICE ON side, can you tell me where I put NO PASTA? Your chef said when a customer orders no rice it shows on the receipt no pasta?? This doesnt make any sense Ive attached my receipt to this review, please explain how my meal labeled "lobster pasta" wouldn't come with pasta? Very distrubed how i was talked about with your employees... and very disturbed how your chef tells me what do you want me to do? I can give you something else from the menu but im not going to give you the same meal? I paid a lot of money for this. Unacceptable. I should have been offered the pasta (i ordered with the sauce) read more

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Back again! Chowder Frots are still at the top of the list. Decadent.... This place has the best chowder I have tasted in a long time. The bacon wrapped shrimp was good. Love casual dining atmosphere. The best part was Ben. Great personality, engaging and knows his food. read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - CHOWDER FROTS. Yummy!! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

Loved the first half of our first experience and then the second half was disappointing and lackluster. Came in on a Friday late afternoon. Was pleasantly surprised it was happy hour until 6pm. We ordered wine, beer and a few shared snacks. The mussels, grilled cheese & soup and the fish & chips. Of these, the only one that was good value was the fish and chips. Mussels and clams would not order again. For $11 the portion was so small. Saw a regular portion and might just order non happy hour next time if craving. The soup was delicious, the grilled cheese, not so much. Fish and chips came with 3 big pieces and delicious fries. We ordered the fried oysters from the main menu but unfortunately never got to try them because the order never came out and our server was super attentive for our first orders and checked on us once but never again after that. Towards the end, I actually had to double check we didn't have to pay at the front we had waited so long and watched our server sit down and talk to another table for 10 min. We thought after she'd check on us but she didn't. Anyway, would check it out again to give it another chance but hot & cold first impression. read more

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We came in on Valentine's Day for some snack food and beverages late afternoon. I was too hungry to wait for our actual dinner. They had Valentine's Day special cocktails which looked very tasty. Restaurant itself was cozy with a spacious bar and patio area. We had popcorn crawfish, soft shell crabs and steamed mussels & clams. I am not a huge fan of Cajun style seafood but the appetizers we had were delicious. I rarely eat fried seafood and they were surprisingly tasty. The service was great and fast as well. We will definitely visit again! read more

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Tried this place on a weekend and luckily it wasn't busy. I wanted to check this spot out because I was trying to compare it to the Vegas Oyster Bar, although the food was decent here I'm still on the hunt for someone as flavorful as the Oyster Bar I love in Vegas. We ordered their gumbo and their house pan roast. The 2 dishes were decent but wish they had more flavor. I felt like a flavor was missing and also the spice level could've been better. It did take a while for the food to come out considering it was only 2 items. Will have to come back to try it again and maybe try their oyster. Service: 4/5 Food: 3.5/5 read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - Gumbo + House Pan Roast - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

I've had this spot bookmarked for years since I love spicy and Cajun food. Maybe I hyped it up too much in my head, but the experience didn't fully match my expectations. The food was good but nothing wow. First impression, the place is clean/simple but didn't give me any "seafare" or South Louisiana feel. But, the service and friendliness of our waitress is very good. Secondly, the menu selection is surprisingly great! As for the food - the fresh oysters are great! The fried oysters are especially delicious--but I love anything fried, so take that with a grain of salt. The beignets are just okay. The pan roast is worth it, but I'd skip the lobster roll. read more

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Absolutely love this location! We often frequent here with family to enjoy the HH oysters and Pan Roast. Staff here is extra attentive and really make you feel like family. Don't sleep on the kid's chicken alfredo. It's actually a pretty big portion and super delicious. Brussel Sprouts are also really good here too. Overall amazing spot in Yorba Linda. We always have the best time here. Their patio is pet friendly and they offer grilled chicken for our dogs too! read more

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First time here. Wife found this place on Open Table. It's a steam kettle cooking. But no bar side where you can watch them make your food like most of the kettle style restaurants I've been to. Place is nice and clean. They have gender neutral and woman only restrooms but no men's room. It's my birthday so I ordered 1/2 dozen oysters with Kumamoto, Shigoku and Misty Point. Kumamoto is my favorite oysters, it was salty and sweet. The Shikoku was very salty and the Misty Point had no taste at all. My wife ordered a pan roast with chicken and andouille sausage with an add on of shredded crabs. She said the mild was not spicy enough but the medium was too spicy. He said it was good and the portion was perfect. I ordered jambalaya with shrimp, calamari, mussels and andouille sausage. My medium heat level was perfect. They have a lot of selections on their menu. We have been to other kettle style restaurants and the portions to me were smaller than the others. Would I recommend this place and would I go back. Yes I would. Bonus item is after dinner you can go get ice cream next door down. read more

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For a place that wasnt even on my bookmark list, this almost made the 5 star ranking, but not quite. Chowder matters, you see, and that was our only complaint. It was thin and sadly bland tasting. It seemed to have way too much parsley and little-to-no herbs. Not at all what had been represented by other Yelpers. We've had much better. However, the rest of our meal was superb. The Shrimp Louie was quite good, but the plump Fried Oysters hit it out of the park. The batter was light and not spicy, although it did have a delicious cajun seasoning. And, no, they do not shuck their own. We normally have to head south to San Diego to find respectable fried oysters, but I think The Dive has successfully endeared themselves in our hearts. Nice place. The menu was very interesting, carried a delightful list of good Ole Louisiana Creole dishes. The interior is delightful, spacious, very clean. The service was excellent and friendly. And the prices were just right, not too uppity. I could be easily tempted to try some of their gooey bread pudding! Not sure if this location offers brunch, but their brunch menu (posted earlier this year) looks awesome. All in all, a very pleasant experience that would definitely make me want to come back. And if that isn't enough, we are thrilled there is a Bruster's Ice Cream shop just steps away. But that is a different review. Looking forward to next time. read more

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飯要常吃， 面更應該常見， 跟久違的小師妹， 師姐見面，只有頻率相同的人，才能理解妳說的天方夜譚，千山萬水 這種 Cajun style 的食物，我一直很愛，也去過很多不同的餐廳，這一家我覺得所有東西都是普通中的沒有很好吃，我覺得味道可以再加強，每一樣都沒有讓人家特別的經驗 read more

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We stopped by for lunch on a Friday afternoon. It wasn't too busy and we were able to be seated immediately out in the patio with our pup. We got the house pan roast, pan roast and grilled cheese, dish and chips and some oysters of course. Everything was delicious and we'd definitely come back again. However, if you like spicy, their hot isn't very spicy haha This location is a lot bigger than the Irvine location. Plenty of parking as well. read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - GRILLED CHEESE & PAN ROAST and FISH N CHIPS - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

TL;DR Must try place for raw oysters. Delicious, fresh, and the texture was amazing. Great service and ambiance. Food I got the jambalaya, mussel fries, and raw oysters. The oysters were the highlight. The best, freshest oysters around the area. The smaller oysters were sweet and creamy. The medium oysters were plump and a little briny or sweet depending on which kind you get. They were shucked fresh and paired very well with their green sauce, fresh lemon, and tabasco. Jambalaya had perfectly cooked seafood, spicy sausage, and spicy tomato rice. I got it spicy and it was spicy, but not too spicy where you can't taste the flavors. Maybe the rice was a little over. The fries had a batter coating, which is my favorite way to eat fries. The mussels were soft and were cooked in tomato based wine sauce. Topped with a garlic aioli. The only thing is it was saltier than I'd like. Overall, good food, but a little pricey. Service and Ambiance Our server was so sweet. She had a great way of making sure I was enjoying my food and time. She was professional and very down to earth. The ambiance had a pretty blue color for their booths and had with Christmas decorations and tasteful Christmas music. read more

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TLDR: best and probably only Southern creole food in Orange County I'm so happy that a good cajun/creole spot opened up close to me! The jambalaya comes very nicely spiced (the only miss is that the celery is not cooked enough for my preference; it's pretty much raw and crunchy), the cioppino is hearty and flavorful, and the fried oysters come with this addicting ranch/tartar sauce. Everything on the menu looks good - I'll be back to try their famous pan roast, mustard salmon, and clam chowder. Service is also fantastic. We dropped by at 4:30 and there was one woman who was handling all the tables and making all the drinks. Kudos to her! There is both indoor and outdoor seating. Pretty new and clean restaurant in a pretty full shopping plaza. read more

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Our group was so happy with the service and delicious food. The restaurant is located in what was an old Mexican restaurant, but I almost didn't recognize it. The remodeling is great, light bright and fun. The seafood is fresh and delicious. The fried oysters are not shriveled little things, but juicy fresh oysters. I loved my fish and chips too. They beignets were delicious, hot, soft, but slightly crisp and not shy on the powdered sugar. I will eat here again. read more

I've been a regular at The Dive in Temple city since they opened. I was very delighted to hear that they opened one in Yorba Linda as well! My coworker and I came after work for their happy hour and let me tell you it definitely did not disappoint! Their happy hour specials were amazing - the deals included both food and beverage specials! It is Monday through Friday from 2 to 6 PM. Between my friend and I, we got half a dozen oysters (2$ each during happy hour), fish and chips (delightfully delicious fries), and the clam and mussels! We also got a few drinks to celebrate our Friday evening! The food was extremely fresh, and I would definitely order each dish again. Because it is so hot, I ordered this sangria and it was so refreshing! The restaurant itself is extremely clean and welcoming; however, the number one thing worth mentioning is the service. Omar and Ernesto went above and beyond to ensure that our experience here was nothing less than perfect. They made sure that we were tended to, and our drinks were always filled! People always say they go to a restaurant to try the food, but they always come back because of the amazing service! The service offered here was definitely one for the books, and I will definitely be back again. Shout out to the owner for hiring such amazing people! See you next time, The Dive!! read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - Oysters, sangria, FISH N CHIPS, STEAM CLAMS, STEAM MUSSELS - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

First visit! Enjoyed the tasty food and the great service. When we arrived for lunch there were only two other parties there. By the time we left an additional three parties had arrived. Great level of service was maintained throughout it all by the one server--she's a pro! My daughter enjoyed the lobster roll. She said the amount of lobster was very good. The bread was toasty and buttery. I loved the Dive Chowder. It was very filling. I ended up taking home leftovers. You get to choose the heat/spice level and I chose hot. It was spicy and seasoned very well, and wasn't overpowering so it maintained a great chowder flavor. The clams and shrimp were great quality and size. The lemonade was delicious and refreshing. Just the right balance of sweet and tart. Would love to return and try all the other interesting menu items they have. read more

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We came here with a reservation for a large family dinner of 12 on a Saturday evening, and the restaurant was able to accommodate us indoors without any issues. The service was friendly and attentive from start to finish, which made the evening even more enjoyable. The space is clean, bright, and quiet enough, perfect for conversation, even with a big group. We ordered a wide variety of items from the menu. I absolutely loved my pan roast it was fresh, flavorful, and came with a generous portion of shrimp. My husband had the po'boy, which he thought was good but not something he'd order again. Others in our party who had the clam chowder and fish and chips were really happy with their meals. We were celebrating our 25th anniversary, and the restaurant brought out a complimentary bread pudding. Let me just say--it was incredible. Rich, perfectly sweet, and honestly the best I've ever had. A great experience overall and would definitely recommend for both special occasions and casual meals! read more

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We got the shrimp po'boy and pan roast; both were yummy! Bread pudding also tasty. The service was excellent. Great spot for a Sunday lunch! read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - Bread pudding - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

My family and I loved almost everything about this place. We came on Mothers Day, the staff were friendly and restaurant was very clean. From the menu, our favorite was the pan roast! We got chicken & sausage and house - both were so good. Cioppino was disappointing - very bland and watery. They said the guy who shucks the oysters was busy washing the dishes so our oysters came out last. We didn't have an issue with it until we realized it had small little shells in every single oyster. It was so hard to eat. We are skipping out on the oysters next time. We definitely want to come back for the pan roast! read more

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My friend and I had lunch here for the 1st time. It's a cute restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating. It was such a beautiful day so we sat outside. The waiter was really nice and recommended some really great choices. We ended up ordering a mixed variety of a dozen oysters and a pan roast to share and a bottle of wine. The food was great. The oysters were fresh. We had a really good time here. The only down side was that there is no full bar. read more

I came for lunch and they have both indoor and outdoor seating. They are also dog friendly. I ordered oysters, chowder frots, pan roast, and fried oysters. The oysters were fresh and yummy. I also enjoyed the chowder frots. The service was good, the server checked up on us often. They also have happy hour during the weekday. I would recommend coming here for the oysters! read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - oysters - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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Nightmare service. The blonde young lady who served us was absolutely unprofessional. She was more intrigued talking to her friend who was sitting at the bar than paying attention to the tables. I noted to her that the drink was not good and she responded with "well I told you it was wine based". I was shocked. All I asked for was to switch it for another beverage and she didn't even offer a solution. I hope the owner evaluates customer service standards with the staff. read more

Went back there again last Saturday with family. The food was great! Loved the Shigoku oysters, super fresh and a nice flavor profile. Popcorn crawfish and the gumbos were awesome. Service was good and the staff were attentive. Definitely would recommend if you like seafood. read more

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Absolutely delicious!!! We love to visit and eat at unique places when we are out of town. We are visiting our daughter, who just moved to the Yorba Linda area and saw this little place while having ice cream at Brusters next-door. We had the truffle fries, shrimp and grits, and the House specialty pan roast. Such unique flavors and the service was excellent as well. WE WILL BE BACK.! read more

One of my husband's favorite indulgences is a buttered lobster roll, so I was excited to see that this place would be offering them just down the street from me! The lobster roll is definitely a winner, and though not cheap, it's priced at the going rate these days. Seasoned fries along side were also top notch. I also recommend the pan roast - a generous portion with a good amount of seafood that could easily feed 2 but be careful with the spice level, the medium level I asked for still packed a decent kick! I will say that since I got the mixed seafood one, I was a little disappointed that I didn't get much crab flavor. I could definitely see bits of crab mixed through out, but since there were no big chunks to bite into, it couldn't compete with the creamy sauce. I'd stick to just the shrimp or mussel pan roast in the future. We also tried the fish and chips which were good but nothing stand out, good for the kids who need something familiar. read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - Fish and chips - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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What to Get/Not to Get/Do: Get the HH Fish & Chips and HH Grilled Cheese & Pan Roast good enough to share for 2 people. Food was decent. Portions were normally sized, and not excessive nor insufficient Customer Service: Exceptional service, expectations exceeded as my water cup was always kept full x3 to my liking. Got to stay hydrated! Price: $29.11 including tax and tip Ambience: Indoor/Outdoor Seating great for a sunset. Love the tentacles wrapping around an old diving suit as their wall art inside the restaurant Overall: Good Experience. Go for happy hour: look at their website for happy hour times read more

Extremely disappointing experience. The oysters were poorly shucked and every single one had shell fragments throughout, which made them unpleasant and honestly stressful to eat. For the price point, the quality and attention to detail were unacceptable. Service was equally lacking. The restaurant was nearly empty, yet our waiter barely checked on us or gave us any attention during the meal. She had a poor attitude too. Overall, overpriced, careless preparation, and inattentive service. We left frustrated and won't be returning. read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

This place was unexpectedly superb. The spicy gumbo was so good, It made me remember living in New Orleans. Service was outstanding and attentive. My wife's Poboy was wonderful. We are excited and surprised such a place exists in a strip mall in the area. read more

I went to the restaurant during Happy Hour and ordered a dozen oysters for $2 and a Blacken Salmon salad. The place was new, not even a year old. The decor was nicely done with a beautiful mural and a nicely done decor. Very spacious and clean. We loved the service. Omar, made the experience very special. He came over, explained the menu, checked on us often. The oysters were very fresh and came with a special house dressing that was amazing. My salmon salad was well prepared, and the salmon was cooked perfectly with a great blending of seasoning. The presentation gets an A plus. We ordered the Golden Pilsner on tap that I greatly enjoyed. I would definitely come back to try the Clam Chowder which was highly recommended. read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - BLACKENED SALMON SALAD - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

We have been going to The Dive since opening and each time just gets better! We recently celebrated my birthday and had the best experience with our server, Omar. Service was fantastic; he was very attentive and thoughtful, and made it a point to make the occasion special. The food, as always, was delicious and perfectly cooked. I think we have perfected our order. We started with oysters. The muscle fries were incredible! I could eat the clam sauce like soup! lol I always order the The Pan Roast - House Specialty Style with rice. It's such a cozy, rich meal. I usually have leftovers. My fiance ordered the Roasta for the first time and could not stop raving about it! I appreciate how you can choose a spice option for the food from 0-10. The sweet beignets were a great way to end the meal and a nice contrast to the savory dishes. After this visit, The Dive is now our favorite restaurant in Yorba Linda! read more

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Enjoyed a nice cioppino for dinner. The portion was generous. I could have ate half and saved half but I finished the entire thing and was completely full afterwards. They had TVs at the bar seats so I was able to watch the basketball game which was a bonus. There is also outside seating but it was too cold the night I went so there was nobody outside. The Dive is in a fairly large shopping center so there is plenty of parking. read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - Cioppino (seafood stew) - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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This is one of my favorite restaurants. After having pan roast in Vegas, I was fiending for some in CA. Thankfully I found this place where I can get my fix! The oysters here were delicious!! They do shrimp and grits right as well! The star of the show for me was the pan roast which I forgot to take a picture of because I was so hungry and excited to dig in right away. I liked how clean and chic the place was. The wall art was definitely interesting and on theme for being a seafood restaurant. The service was great and the staff were very friendly and attentive. I'm here at least once a month so definitely somewhere I would recommend going to if youre craving some pan roast and grits! read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - CHEESY SHRIMP AND GRITS - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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This pan roast and oyster bar combines fresh, high-quality seafood with rich, flavorful preparations. I love the consistency between all the other locations like Temple City and this location. This has a better outdoor area. The pan roast--a creamy, tomato-based stew packed with shrimp, lobster, crab, or clams--is made to order. I ordered mine med spicy, but could have gone hotter. (I had Tums in the car, lol) I personally prefer shrimp only. Pair it with freshly shucked oysters, served raw on the half shell or chargrilled with butter and herbs, for the perfect balance of savory and deliciousnessssssss! Whether you're craving a quick eatery, a solid pan roast and oyster bar is a must-visit for seafood lovers. Don't overlook the amazing selection of Po boys sandwiches. Super friendly staff also. read more

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Appetizer: Chowder Frots Main: Traditional Pan Roast - House Specialty Style (Shredded Blue Crab, Shrimp, Clams, Mussels, Sausage) with Rice Visited The Dive for the first time last week with friends and already can't wait to go back! We started with the Chowder Frots, which is such a creative idea and really tasty. I've honestly never had anything like them before! The highlight of my night was the Traditional Pan Roast. It was rich, flavorful, and super comforting. I honestly didn't even realize this dish was on the menu until recently, and I'm so glad I tried it since I haven't had pan roast in years. My only small note is that I wish there had been a bit more shredded blue crab in my bowl. The service was great! Our server was attentive, friendly, and gave solid recommendations since it was our first time. The space itself is on the smaller side, but it's beautifully decorated and thoughtfully laid out. Overall, such a great first experience! read more

Came here with my two young kids and husband on a Friday night and LOVED this place. We didn't have a reservation and the place was packed but the staff was so accommodating and set up 4 seats at the pan roast cooking bar for us. They have a kids menu and we ordered the kids pan roast (non-spicy, with chicken), and both kids gave us two thumbs up. My husband and I split the chowder tots and house specialty pan roast and it was amazing. Our front row seats to the steam pans were an extra perk that felt like a dinner and a show. Highly recommend this place. read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - Chowder toys - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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The Dive Oyster Bar is know. for its fresh oysters, good seafood options lobster with pasta. The oysters are sweet and fresh. My overall experience is considered is amazing, with attentive service and a pleasant modern, fun, and relaxing vibe. read more

The Dive Oyster Bar - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Yorba Linda, California

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My daughter and I are huge fans of The Dive! Our bartender Omar had us full of laughter before we even began eating. He suggested some great beers and dishes for us that we loved and the service was just perfect. We will be back! Thanks Omar and The Dive staff! read more

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To be honest, it was disappointing. I've been wanting to try this place for months, after seeing this place in Irvine and Temple City. However food was just average for the price I paid. I'm giving it a generous 4 stars because the place is clean and service was amazing. Dining out in the patio, in the sun with fresh air was also very enjoyable- making up for the lack of quality food. I've been craving pan roast and although the flavor is there, something was lacking. There's definitely better pan roasts in OC that's also priced less than $30. The temperature of all the food brought out was almost luke-warm, and there was already a layer of thick film on top of the creamy stew (meaning it was cooled down somehow). I asked for minimum spice but it was not spicy at all. I never had a pan roast that didn't come out as hot hot. I'm usually not too picky with rice, but it was mushy, soggy and clumped together- and again, not hot. We also ordered the clam and mussels , which again flavor was there but not hot and fresh. The seafood was a bit dry, served with stale bread. Oysters were decent, but pricy for what it was. I had higher expectations from this place. The other locations had way better appetizing yelp photos, but I came here since it was closer. Photos don't lie! Maybe it is just this location or I came during their off-day on a Sunday. Overall I'm sure people would still enjoy this place, but I'd personally enjoy it more if everything tasted hot and fresher. PS: I thought I was being picky and harsh but after submitting my review and reading other people's lower reviews, they surprisingly had the exact experience with lukewarm food.. on a different Sunday too! I guess it wasn't an off-day for them when I went. read more

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