The Kickin&#x27; Crab

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10 months ago

This is the best Kickin Crab location that I have been to. The food was awesome and had great flavor. The service was quick and we had no wait. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The inside of the restaurant is very similar to the other locations - a standard quick eatery set up.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Myra J.

10 months ago

I don't know why the stars are so low here because I come at least twice a month and i love it here!! They have really good seafood. I get the snow crab and shrimp, kicking style, medium spicy, with the fried apps and a soda. SOOO GOOOOD!!!! I can't get enough. They are super nice, fast and helpful with the service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Lots of seating, the wait goes by fast if there is any.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]good vibes and good food[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Karen Y.

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1 year ago

I love seafood boils. Growing up, I went to my local Boiling Crab mostly for special occasions, but as I earned my own income I'm proud to say that I can eat a seafood boil just because. The most recent time I came to this location, my server Jasmine H. was amazing. She was super kind and attentive, and she has such a bright and happy attitude. It was super busy, as it usually is around dinner time, so I felt really special that she paid so much attention to my party despite running around so much. As for the food, it never misses. A pound of kickin style mild shrimp always hits the spot. It's perfectly cooked and sometimes I get extra sauce on the side for dipping. I'll usually get the garlic noodles too and mix it with the sauce from the shrimp for extra flavor, even thought the garlic noodles are already so flavorful. I'm just a garlic girl~ read more

The Kickin' Crab - 2 lbs of shrimp, 1 lb of clams, corn, sausages, potatoes, and garlic noodles - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Irvine, California

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Emi K.

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1 year ago

Kickin Style seasoning is the best and I really like getting it on the side. Maybe when you get it on the side you can get multiple. One for spicy lovers and another for non-spicy. Since it already comes in to-go containers, it was obvious that I have to just take it home to make my own crab broil! read more

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cris p.

1 month ago

This place was a disaster from start to finish. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bathroom was absolutely disgusting dirty , with lemon seeds in the sink, a filthy toilet, and towels all over the floor[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The service was... well, it was whatever, but at least he tried to take care of us. The Diet Coke tasted like it had been used to wash the dishwasher, and the water was like it came straight from a garden hose. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The table was ridiculously small; there was no way to fit my entire family comfortably.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And to top it all off, the food was lukewarm. Definitely a one-star experience read more

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Jonathan S.

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1 year ago

11/10 best boil bags in town. Staff is always on point! Spicy shrimp or nothing. Ambiance could use an update but we aren't there for anything other shrimp and natalie n. She brings us back every week. And those juicy shrimps. read more

The Kickin' Crab - Dead shrimp and crawfish carcasses. - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Irvine, California

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Brian H.

2 months ago

Twins birthday choice for dinner. They loved it and want to go back. Thank you for making the experience great.

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Rola W.

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11 months ago

My husband has been to kickin crab multiple times, and this was my first time going, and I had a great experience we got the seafood boil, with a side of Cajun fries and oysters. The boil was fresh. The seasoning was great. The service was fast. [[HIGHLIGHT]]But the inside of the restaurant was really cold.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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James Y.

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6 months ago

The portions are very small and disappointing. The quality of shrimp and crab were below average. The flavor of the sauces were not bad. Overall not worth going back. I can't recommend this place. read more

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Grace K.

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2 years ago

Located inside of the diamond jamboree plaza, this is a solid spot for your seafood boil fix. They compare to your boiling crab, without having to drive all the way to Costa Mesa. Their spice levels are not too extreme, the hot is still enjoyable (but it'll make you SWEAT that's for sure!) They bring lemons, salt, and pepper to the table. Their fries are bomb. Their shrimp (head on) is always nice and sizable. Their staff is extremely personable (even if you have to flag them down sometimes) Overall a great spot to come grab your seafood boil. The only reason it's missing a star is because of the horrid parking lot that is diamond jamboree plaza.... I know it's not their fault but, it stills affects the experience :( read more

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Dia N.

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We were already in the DJ plaza, and I've been craving some crawfish boil so we decided to swing by and pick up some to take home. Our order included: 1lb of crawfish, 3pc fish taco, cajun fries, and cajun onion rings. For the crawfish, I got it wild style and extra spicy. I will say the crawfish wasn't as spicy as I would've liked, but I love the sauce they use for their crawfish. We've never had onion rings cajun style before, but I don't think that made a difference. I will say though, their onion rings are thick! I think they double up on the onions per ring. The fries were crispy and full of cajun flavor. I also liked how they separate all the toppings for the tacos, so it doesn't get soggy. We placed a togo order on the spot, and waited about 15 minutes for it to be ready. I liked that they called out our names when it was ready. It looks like their menu also offers combo specials, so I'll probably have to get those one of these days. read more

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Mindy N.

1 year ago

My favorite place for crawfish! All the apps are bomb, but my go-tos are the fries, wings, and garlic noodles. And I'm obsessed with the KC Fiesta sauce!! I always order way too much, but it's 100% worth it because it's so good every time! Shout out to our server Natalie! She's super friendly and always made sure we had everything we needed. Definitely coming back :) read more

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Lucy N.

1 year ago

If you're in Irvine and craving seafood, The Kickin' Crab is definitely a spot worth checking out. I went with a couple of friends after a long week of classes, and it was exactly what we needed. What really made our experience stand out, though, was our server, Matt. He was seriously awesome, super friendly, and just genuinely seemed to care that we had a good time. He helped us navigate the menu and gave us great recommendations. I ended up getting shrimp and live crawfish with medium spice kickin style, 10/10! Matt checked in regularly to make sure we had everything we needed even when the restaurant was getting busy. The food itself was amazing. Everything came out hot, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. We also ordered fries with Cajun seasoning and the portion sizes were super fair for the price. Overall, it was such a fun dining experience. Messy, delicious, and surprisingly affordable. Definitely planning to come back soon. read more

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Maritza S.

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3 years ago

The food is good. I love the messiness of it all. I usually get Combo #2 which comes with shrimp, crab legs, red potatoes, Cajun sausage, and corn. I get it medium with all the spices. Do not go here if you are looking for good service. We waited to be greeted for a while. We only saw our server when she took out order and she never checked on us again. I wanted a second beer but I wasn't able to order it. We had to flag someone else to cash us out. It's truly a shame. read more

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Ecenur S.

3 months ago

Favorite seafood boil spot. Good sauces and good food. Very pricey which is expected for seafood boil spots. Only complaint is that they are not open that late. read more

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Victor L.

1 year ago

My family ate at this location 7/12 and immediately ended up sick. I contacted corporate to try and get refunded and they said I would have to provide a hospital bill due to people scamming them or contact the location, I called the location and the location said to call cooperate. Now I have this extremely rude and unprofessional email. Update. Rep at the corporate location is now telling me he is ignoring me read more

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Edward B.

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1 year ago

Been here a few times. One of the few seafood boils I've been to. But also one of the best I've been to. Prices are decent and the mixture is pretty good. Service was pretty good and quick once ordered when we went. read more

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Ray M.

7 months ago

The Kickin' Crab is amazing! The crab and shrimp is delicious with the Cajun sauce and everything! The Cajun is flavorful and the perfect spice. Service is great, and our food always comes fast. The fries complement everything, and the whole experience is just extraordinary! Amazing!! read more

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Julie N.

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1 year ago

We had dinner at The Kickin' Crab and were really lucky to have Natalie N. as our server. She was friendly, easy to talk to, and just really solid all around. She checked on us at the right times, kept things moving without rushing us, and made sure we had everything we needed. It's not always easy to get good service when a place is busy, but she handled it like a pro. No attitude, no stress--just good vibes and attention to detail. Definitely made the experience better. Would absolutely come back and ask for her again! read more

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Liz B.

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Great Cajun place, but don't come here wearing white. Eating can get messy, but worth it, especially the mussels. The cajun fries are some of my favorite fries, plus the give huge portions. read more

The Kickin' Crab - Cajun fries 10/10 - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Irvine, California

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Da C.

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9 months ago

I get either the clams, shrimp (head off), or snow crab, depending on how much effort I want to put into dinner. Head in shrimp tastes better but its a pain to devein each one. Snow crab is almost always fresh enough that the meat just slides out easily if yoy get a good break in the shell. Highly recommend the kicking style sauce. Their fries are good, but I miss when they used to use shoestring fries instead of the regular ones. Popcorn shrimp is also good if you aren't in the mood to get really messy. read more

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Louie Y.

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1 year ago

We always order 3lbs of the kickin style shrimp (headless). It's really good! Sometimes we get their garlic noodle and that's good too. Our food is ordered for takeout. On the weekends they don't take orders via phone, fyi. read more

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Steven W.

1 year ago

Came here last weekend on a busy Saturday night. Albeit being busy, we were seated promptly and service was amazing! Natalie N. Went above and beyond in explaining the daily specials and was very attentive to us throughout our meal. Food was great as always, I specifically enjoy the fact that they have peeled AND headless shrimp. Apart from the usual chatter of surrounding tables, the restaurant wasn't overwhelmingly loud. We'll definitely be coming back to this location read more

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Krizia G.

9 months ago

When we don't have anywhere to go, I always pick this place for my comfort food. Both the kickin' fries and the kickin' style sauce are consistently the best. read more

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J A.

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1 year ago

We came here on 6/5/25 to celebrate my son's graduation with the whole family, and it didn't disappoint! We expected a long wait, but we were seated in just 10-15 minutes, which was a pleasant surprise. I hadn't been here in a while, and it looks like they've made some upgrades. The space still has that cool, cozy vibe but feels more open and spacious now. My daughters shared a seafood combo with head-on shrimp, king crab, crawfish, potatoes, and boiled eggs--all tossed in their signature Kickin' Style sauce. My son and I shared head-on shrimp, king crab, potatoes, and sausage, also Kickin' Style. Everything was absolutely delicious--cooked to perfection with incredible flavor. We were all happy with our food, and it made for a really special dinner. Highly recommend this place, and I'm already looking forward to coming back! read more

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Yanqun Y.

1 year ago

Like the crab and food tasty, service is good and ambiance is comfortable. I went there serval times. read more

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Kayla S.

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2 years ago

Walking in the place was pretty small. There was no weight when I went on a Saturday afternoon around 4pm but business did start picking up. The server was a really nice guy who continuously checked on us filled up our waters and ask if everything was OK however, the crawfish that we ordered took a good amount of time we were waiting compared to the tables next to us longer. There was four of us in total, and we all ordered around a pound ofcrawfish kicking style, I got mild and had a good amount of spice and crawfish was HUGE for being frozen. The only thing I would say is that sauce was a little buttery for my liking and I would want to try the other combinations. read more

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Phoebe L.

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3 years ago

Food 4/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 3/5 PROS: Plenty of parking at 5:45pm on a Tuesday night. EXCELLENT customer service! We were seated right away, and they brought our bibs and drinks shortly after. Although they got busier, the servers came by often to check if our drinks needed refills or if we needed any other food. CONS: Fries and corn were a bit dry/overcooked, and sauce didn't pack as much of a punch as other places. The restaurant was FREEZING! Hard to eat with your hands while wearing a jacket. read more

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elle

9 months ago

The quality of the crab and shrimp was decent, not amazing, but the reason I'm writing this review is because of the lobster. As soon as we opened it we noticed green in the tail and it was a little concerning but not terrible. Then we got to the middle and the meat was all mushy and green. I attached an image below. Upon telling our waiter, he came back and gave us $20 off of the $66 lobster. I'm disappointed by how they handled this situation, if you're looking for high quality fish I would go elsewhere. They take no accountability for serving rotten fish. read more

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Gitanjali N.

8 months ago

Amazing food. Come here if you love seafood. Get the $64 deal. The shrimp, clams, mussels are really good!

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Wynter H.

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1 year ago

We had such a great time here and a big part of that was thanks to our server, Natalie. She was super friendly, on top of everything, and made us feel right at home. She gave us great suggestions and kept checking in without being overbearing. Even when the place started getting busy, she stayed cool and made sure we had everything we needed. You can tell she actually cares about her customers. Honestly, she made the whole experience even better -- would totally come back just to be in her section again! read more

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Brandon H.

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1 year ago

Omg, I have not been here in a minute and I loved every second of it LOL. I think my favorite thing here is still the Garlic Noodles above all, and then the Kicking medium cause Kickin spicy kills me everytime. Service was amazing. Natalie N was my server that day and she was so attentive and friendly and always filling up my water (for my thirsty self LOL). Cant wait to come back when I visit OC again! read more

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Vasiliy S.

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10 months ago

New favorite Cajun seafood place. Great food, excellent service. Recommend and will be back again next time I am in town!

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Thu Van N.

1 year ago

Kickin' crab = my happy place Me and my housemates come here literally every other week. We get the easy peel shrimp with the garlic noodles and Cajun fries. I always get extra spicy sauce on the side for more FLAVOR. The cajun wings and calamari are also amaaaazing! HUGE shoutout to Jasmine, she's always so sweet, remembers us, and always makes sure our table is taken care of no matter how busy the restaurant is. I've been to many other kickin' crab in California but this one is definitely most consistent with quality and service! read more

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Raymond P.

4 months ago

Food is amazing but there time needs to be fixed ! If you guys close the kitchen at 9:30 then put that on your website I had a family of six come in at 9:08 and got told we are closed only for take out read more

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Andrea R.

9 months ago

I fell right outside their cashier area due to a slippery surface and all the waitress told me was that she tested and it wasn't slippery (with her grip shoes) I fell right on my left elbow and all she could say was that she tested it! I guess... Sorry I wasn't wearing my slip resistant shoes while out on dinner (I was wearing cowboy boots) I thought a manager was gnna come out and check out on me but no manager in sight. We did get our garlic noddles taken off the bill. This was after I brought it up to the waitress btw. You mean to tell me a guest falls and you're bold enough to not check on them but bill them the whole thing too. Oh and to top it off I GOT SICK FROM THE FOOD! IVE BEEN THROWING UP ALL NIGHT AND MY ELBOW STILL HURTS REALLY BAD! NEVER COMING HERE AGAIN! AND I SUGGEST PEOPLE DONT EITHER UNLESS YOU WANT TO GET SICK AND HAVE HORRIBLE COSTUMER SERVICE read more

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Terry F.

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11 months ago

Server Tey was super friendly and staff was attentive. Got my food quick and super hot and fresh. Raw oysters were bomb.

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2740 Alton Pkwy
Diamond Jamboree Center
Irvine, CA 92606
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(949) 851-8889
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https://thekickincrab.com

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Hours

What time does The Kickin' Crab open?

The Kickin' Crab opens at 11:30 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Kickin' Crab opens at 12:00 PM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does The Kickin' Crab close?

The Kickin' Crab closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 11:30 AM - 10:00 PMSat-Sun 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does The Kickin' Crab take credit cards?

Yes, The Kickin' Crab takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Kickin' Crab have catering options?

No, The Kickin' Crab does not have catering options.

Does The Kickin' Crab have a drive thru?

No, The Kickin' Crab does not have a drive thru.

Does The Kickin' Crab have a happy hour?

No, The Kickin' Crab does not have a happy hour.

Does The Kickin' Crab serve alcohol?

Yes, The Kickin' Crab serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does The Kickin' Crab allow dogs?

No, The Kickin' Crab does not allow dogs.

Does The Kickin' Crab have TVs?

Yes, The Kickin' Crab has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Kickin' Crab have bike parking?

No, The Kickin' Crab does not have bike parking.

Does The Kickin' Crab have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Kickin' Crab has outdoor seating options.

Does The Kickin' Crab have parking?

Yes, The Kickin' Crab has parking options. Garage Parking, Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is The Kickin' Crab wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Kickin' Crab is wheelchair accessible.

Does The Kickin' Crab have free WiFi?

No, The Kickin' Crab does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

The Kickin' Crab restaurant is a place where you and your family can enjoy a great Cajun Seafood meal and the finest that the Crustacean Nation has to offer. Fresh Louisiana seafood imported daily seasoned to perfection! It's a place where you put your bibs on and just dig in with your bare hands! No plates, no manners, just a food fight between you and what's in front of you. Our goal is to provide our customers with affordable yet quality cusine, outstanding service and a great time in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere where customers are treated as special guests with each receiving prompt, professional, friendly and courteous service.

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Ask the Community - The Kickin' Crab

I've been calling the last ten minutes. What's wrong with the phone lines?

This place is insanely packed. Especially at this time. I recommend putting your name on the Yelp sign up or ordering online for pickup.

Can we bring our very small 14-week pug?

Hopefully not.

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Do you do takeout?

Yes they only do takeout for the foreseeable future.

Do they have Uber eats?

No, they do not work with Uber eats or any other food delivery services directly.

Can I order out?

Yes, they have take out and just as good as if you are in.

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Going tomorrow with a group of 11 at 7. Can one of us go early to reserve a table around 6:30? TIA

The staff are super chill and will accommodate! Suggest to call today and give them a heads up and if you know what you want in advance you can preorder.

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Pinchy & Pals

I had such a great experience at Pinchy & Pals! If you're a seafood lover, this place is definitely…read moreworth checking out. I tried their lobster roll and was honestly impressed by how fresh and flavorful it was. The lobster was generously portioned, tender, and packed with flavor without being overly heavy. The lobster mac and cheese was also a standout. It was super creamy, cheesy, and the perfect comfort food pairing. Even if lobster isn't your thing, they have plenty of shrimp options that were amazing like the coconut shrimp and shrimp fries! What I loved most was the quality of the seafood and the generous portions. Everything tasted fresh, and you can really tell they put care into their dishes. Definitely a great spot for a seafood craving, and I'll be coming back to try more of their menu! IG: your.SoCal.foodie

I think the chef needs to taste their food and truly put in some effort into making these items…read morebetter. My bf and I frequent the AMC right next door, so today after a movie we decided to check this place out. We ordered to share: the lobster roll combo ($25) with the clam chowder fries ($6) and a small 8oz side of lobster bisque ($8). We ordered on a tablet but after we ordered the girl behind the counter offered us two free drinks while we waited and she was super friendly, so 5 stars for service. The vibe of the place is super unique and fun inside, they had little shrimp and lobster magnets and decor and they were playing SpongeBob on tv. Even their packaging was very well presented. Unfortunately I think they need to spend more time perfecting their food than just having a cute vibe. The first bite we took was the lobster bisque and we were both shocked at how lukewarm it was, I almost wanted to go back inside to ask if they could warm it up because it was appalling the temperature they served it. Then we squeezed the lemon on the lobster roll (which we ordered the spicy aioli with) and I was truly surprised at how bland it was. Definitely could have used more sauce but honestly if something is tasty on its own it shouldn't need to be drowned in sauce. I was so glad I was sharing this because no part of me wanted to eat that whole dry flavorless lobster roll. The star of the show for us both was the clam chowder fries, the fries were absolutely tasty and would 100% order these again. In effort to save our experience with the other 2 dishes, we tried dipping the roll into the bisque but we just weren't feeling it at all. The more of the bisque we had, we just tasted pure butter like Paula Deen was back there in the kitchen preparing it herself. It wasn't a delicious indulgent type of buttery taste, it was honestly just too much that we didn't even finish the bisque. We immediately felt gross and bloated and decided we needed a walk before driving home. We walked over to Target with heavy guts and energy depleting quickly. On the walk back toward our car, I had to run to the restroom because the food immediately hit me in the worst way possible. On our drive home our mouths felt so dry and we both just felt awful and my bf ran straight to the restroom right when we got home. Bummer when a place that could be great for a lot of moviegoers just fails so hard. The clam chowder fries were good but they're also $13 if you order them without the combo so I'm not sure how often we'll be ordering. I truly hope my review is taken into consideration and the recipes get retested and perfected.

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YUEYAN

4.0

(152 reviews)

3.7 mi

Overall, we had a very pleasant dining experience, and the food was great. There were not many…read morevegetable options, but it seems like most people come here for the seafood and duck per the restaurant manager. We ordered the half duck, and it was delicious (juicy)--definitely one of the highlights of the meal (but the duck skin had some plastic texture that i couldn't figure out what it was, perhaps because it was sliced too thin). I also really enjoyed the eel dish. Even the cabbage side dish was surprisingly good and worked perfectly as an appetizer to open up the appetite. We will definitely come back and try more of the seafood dishes next time!

Here's my honest review: We arrived at 11:15 AM, and there was already a line at the door taking…read morenumbers. Five dishes were priced at 9.9 yuan each, with a maximum of two per table: Garlic Pork Belly, Seafood Fried Rice, Mapo Tofu, Boiled Chicken, and Stir-fried Vegetables. The portions were quite large, to be honest; I expected mini-sized plates. There were also four set meals available. Since there were five of us, we chose Set Meal Four, which included roast duck [cute emoji]: Sichuan Pepper Beef, Sichuan Pepper Fish, Vermicelli Shrimp + Half a Roast Duck + Sweet and Sour Pork Ribs + Duck Bone Soup + Brown Sugar Rice Cake + Four Bowls of Rice Sichuan Pepper Beef: Very tender and delicious; we even took the soup home. Roast duck: Delicious! For this price, the dishes included half a roast duck and duck bone soup, it was definitely a great deal. Sweet and sour pork ribs: Surprisingly delicious! I thought they would be pre-made, but they weren't. Later, I added braised pork belly with abalone and crab roe tofu. It was especially fragrant with rice. The service was also quite good. Although the restaurant was busy, they were very attentive. Someone at the next table dropped their chopsticks, and before I even called for help, a waiter brought them over. The ambiance was also nice. The restaurant had people of all ages, and I saw they also had private rooms, making it quite suitable for gatherings and birthday parties.

Nice traditional Interior decoration

Eggplant

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Por Belly - sooo yummy!

King's Fish House - Laguna Hills

Always a fantastic experience at King's Fish House. The food is phenomenal. We love the service and…read morealways request to sit in Sean's section if she's working. She's lovely and incredibly attentive.

It was our first time at King's Fish, and we had such a great experience! Our server, Sean, was…read moreincredibly kind, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. The food was amazing, and everything was delicious. We really enjoyed ourselves and will definitely be coming back!

The oyster bar at the Fish House.

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Seafood 1555

4.9

(148 reviews)

21.6 mi

This place isn't popular enough!…read more We walked here after enjoying a fun day looking at the pet farm, winning some prizes at the fair, and built an appetite! Jack o lantern fair was just a few blocks away but we were craving seafood and we decided on Seafood 1555. Oh my gosh. We shared a steak burrito and two octopus& shrimp tacos & it was grilled to perfection. They also had 7 types of salsa as well as the fresh one they make on site. I mean I need to come back and order again because it's worth it all! Just walk behind the parking lot when you enter the church, it's behind the car repairs. And they make it looks like a farmers market with about 3-4 businesses serving food and desserts :) Service was amazing they asked if we needed any thing and we were the only customers remaining so they were patient and didn't rush us at all. Super kind cook. Pop up chairs, canopies, and beautiful dishes were served. Don't think twice. Go order some stellar seafood tacos today!!

Seafood 1555 absolutely knocked it out of the park…read more The customer service was truly off the charts--warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming from start to finish. You can feel that they care, and it makes the whole experience even better. The shrimp tacos were loaded--generous, fresh, and insanely flavorful. Every bite was satisfying, not skimpy in the slightest, and perfectly balanced. The kind of tacos you think about later and immediately want again. And don't sleep on the chips and salsa. So many places treat it as an afterthought, but here it was very, very good--fresh, flavorful, and the perfect start to the meal. Great food, generous portions, and standout service. Seafood 1555 is a must-visit and an easy recommendation. We'll absolutely be back.

They moved from their original spot in the lot but now has more tables and space

Shrimp Cocktail

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California especial

NEP Cafe

Establishment is busy, clean and spacious. Staff was professional and courteous…read more Nep is consistent and continues to deliver! We ordered: 1. Seafood ceviche: fresh, fragrant 2. Squid and mango salad: 3. Chicken wings: crispy, delicious 4. Crab toast: crispy, rich 5. Filet mignon Banh Mi Chao: beefy and rich 6. Curry crab omelet: mild heat, rich crab 7. Seafood Tom Kha pasta: aromatic, fresh 8. Coconut matcha: excellent Everything was fresh and excellent, all great choices. TLDR: Excellent service, excellent food, excellent establishment, great value. Would recommend!

The egg coffee was pretty good. Probably the best part…read more The shrimp ceviche was actually good though. Perfect balance of savory, sour and tad sweet. The beef banh mi is very fatty, sour definitely good for the younger kids. A little too fatty for older people though.

Salted Egg Yolk Pasta with Shrimp

5 Spice Roasted Chicken

Salmon Garlic Noodles

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IZAKAYA OSEN

Came back again to one of our favorite restaurants for another amazing date night…read more We always know we're in for a treat here. From the fresh, beautifully presented dishes to the cozy ambiance and attentive service, everything was just as good as we remembered. Definitely one of our go-to spots for a special night out, and we'll be back again soon!

I came here with family for my birthday and I have to say the food, service, and ambiance were all…read moretop notch. First of all, we got seated in a private room with lovely interior design and our server was extremely welcoming. They helped us navigate the menu and gave their own suggestions of what we might like. They even provided us with real fresh wasabi upon request! Later on when our servers were switched, the second server was also very attentive, checking in on us and making light small talk. We ordered a variety of dishes, including the tuna pringles, wagyu, salmon skin salad, and a variety of nigiri. However, I have to say the premium chirashi was the star of the show. All the fish was high quality and fresh. You could really taste the natural flavors present in each cut. You could also tell there was time taken to make the sushi rice and it all paired extremely well with the fresh wasabi. I was very delighted with the entire experience and I highly recommend this to those looking for the next food adventure!

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Chubby Cattle BBQ

Jason Li cooked the perfect scallops Super helpful 10 stars…read moreVery helpful Great nurse

Kayli is the bomb!! great service!!! She even offers to bring dessert ShoMa brings it on as wellread more

Wagyu Otoro Uni Caviar Handroll / 和牛金枪鱼大膜手卷

Sukiyaki soup

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Wagyu Uni Caviar Nigirl

Baekjeong - Irvine

Very good ribeye and amazing service from Ryan! The vibe is great on the weekends oh and they also…read moregot good beer :) :)

I've been coming here regularly for the past five years.The meat quality is great, and our server…read moreAren brings good service. You're an amazing griller！Hope to come again!

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Hako

Adding to the numerous 5 star reviews, this place is one of the best restaurants in the area and…read morehands down one of the best katsu restaurants I've visited ever. Highly recommend the chicken katsu and tonkatsu. Portion sizes are huge and you will get full! The sets come with miso soup, shredded cabbage salad, and 2 small sides (yellow radish and marinated jalepeno). The katsu was so crispy, and the chicken katsu was still juicy and tender in the middle. I love that you can add a 4 piece California roll or curry to make it a combo. Service was fast and quick, with our server checking in for more water or if there was anything else we needed. The only downside is the wait, especially for Sunday lunch. Our party of 5 probably waited close to 45 minutes to be seated. The restaurant is small and the tables are meant for parties of 2-4. Anything more than 4, and I would recommend going to another restaurant or visiting during off hours. Katsu isn't usually top of my list when I'm hunting for places to eat, but man, I know I'll be back here multiple times over. 10/10 highly recommend.

Solid katsu spot with big portion sizes!! Great for sharing or taking home leftovers. We ordered…read morethe curry tonkatsu and the hako tonkatsu which were both delish! Love the peanut sauce as it reminds me of the one my mom makes for spring rolls. Each set comes with miso soup, white rice, peanut dipping sauce, and a side of jalapenos and radish. For reference, the hako tonkatsu was around $14 while the curry tonkatsu was $17. There usually is a crazy wait so I've been avoiding coming here but luckily, my friend and I came before the dinner rush. We had a 10-20 minute wait for a 4:30 pm arrival on a Friday. Also, there's no time limit per table but I noticed we got a few stares or glances from the owner/manager. It seems they're anxious to seat customers due to the limited seating...but we were only there for an hour which I think is pretty reasonable. Just something to be aware about!

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Habana

The Cheese empanadas are 12/10 soooo good! Our waiter Hugo was very attentive and made sure our…read moreexperience was one of a kind. We are from texas but will definitely be back!

Excellent food, excellent service, our waiter Hugo was top notch! PSA: the cheese empanadas were…read moreoff the chain ;P

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All That Shabu

Oh my goodness this place is so good i ripped my hair out 10/10 come here they have the best hotpot…read moreand service is amazing im coming here very often so they should have a table just for me lol anyway i love this place

Top notch service, amazing quality of food, broth, and an abundance of variety in selection within…read moremeat, seafood, drinks and they have soft serve ice cream. Vanilla flavor only but it was rich and good, not overly sweet. It's nice to know the drinks are inclusive too. Ordering the meat came out in a fast pace, and service was just impeccable! Super clean restaurant, came here during dinner time it was quite busy, but getting a table only took about 10 minutes.