Sometimes you find a place that is such a gem that as you're walking out the door you're already…read morelooking forward to your next visit. That place is Bistro K. We decided to try Bistro K as we were in the area and the reviews, pictures and the menu looked good, plus we were in the mood for a good Italian meal. We were greeted at the door by Brittany, who sat us promptly and was actually our waiter. Brittany set the tone for the evening and carried it through to the end. Simply fabulous service and personality. She made us feel not just welcome, but a part of the family. But it wasn't just the service that was so special. We decided to start with a glass of wine. I ordered the Prisoner Red while my wife ordered the Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay. And then the first hint of the forthcoming special culinary experience came. Their Focaccia bread. This bread, with a little cheese on top was supreme. Light, flavorful and the perfect start. We remarked that we could just drink wine and eat focaccia all evening! Next we split a Ceasar salad to start. It was fresh, crisp, with shavings of parmasean and a spot on Ceasar dressing. Next came our main course. I chose the Alaskan Halibut off their specials menu, however, rather than piccata sauce, I chose Brittany's recommendation to have it Alla Checca, with fresh tomatoes and basil. My wife chose the Chicken Piccata, because piccata sauce is a true test of any Italian restaurant. The halibut was perfectly prepared and a generous filet. Maybe the best halibut dish I've ever eaten. The tomato's and basil gave a nice acidic complement to the fish and the juice from the tomato's made the fish tender, flakey and moist. Served with perfectly prepared green beans and potato's. The chicken piccata was simply excellent, with just the right amount of lemon and perfect consistency. The chicken was perfectly pounded out and cooked. Also served with green beans and potato's. At this point, we thought we'd reached the peak, when Brittany brought out a giant slice of coconut cake and two decaf cappuccinos. OMG. This coconut cake should be illegal. To say it was great is an understatement. Light, full of flavor and coconut shavings. Simply phenomenal. Tina, the pastry chef, has it nailed on this cake. If you like coconut, you must try it. A++! If we could give a 6 stars on Yelp, we would. We feel it is under rated at 4.3. We are already planning our next visit to Bistro K, and can hardly wait.

Amazing food, amazing customer service and amazing staffs! I highly recommend this place for lunch,…read moredinner and catering. PS they have really good cookies and pastries!

Loved the Margherita pizza! Simple and fresh done right. Service was polite and friendly! The…read morelasagna looked great and will have to try it next time!!

I've lived in Laguna Niguel for most of my life and have driven by Romeo Cucina countless times,…read morealways wanting to try it. Well, my husband finally made it happen! As newlyweds of four years, we've been making it a point to explore new restaurants around what is now our hometown. Romeo Cucina is a family-owned restaurant with plenty of seating. It's always busy with locals, which is usually a good sign. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. We've eaten here at least four times now and have never had an issue. We absolutely love it! On our most recent visit, we started with the calamari, then ordered the Pizza Bianca and my favorite pasta, the Rigatoni Giulietta--chef's kiss! Everything we've ordered here has been delicious. You can tell the food is made with care and attention to detail. The flavors are rich, fresh, and comforting. I would highly recommend Romeo Cucina to anyone looking for great Italian food, friendly service, and a welcoming family-owned atmosphere.

My mother just moved into the area and we wanted to find a good local Italian restaurant to welcome…read moreher...Joe's Italian Restaurant ended up being the perfect choice. From the moment we walked in, the place felt warm and inviting, the kind of comfortable neighborhood spot you hope to discover. We ended up eating outside as we some furry friends with us. The food was excellent and really hit the mark for a classic Italian dinner, but what truly made the night memorable was the service. Our server, Lexi, was amazing and took really good care of us the entire evening. She was friendly, attentive, and checked on us at just the right times without ever making us feel rushed. She answered our questions about the menu, kept drinks filled, and made sure everything came out correctly. You can tell she genuinely enjoys taking care of her tables. Because of her, the whole experience felt easy and enjoyable, and my mom left saying this is going to be "her spot." We'll absolutely be coming back and will definitely be asking for Sexy Lexi again.

First time trying Joe's and had high hopes but came away disappointed. Ordered a medium pepperoni…read morepizza to go and was disappointed with what I brought home. Upon opening the box, the first thing I noticed was the sparse coverage of pepperoni. Smaller pepperoni usually "cups" more and has crispy edges but they're usually more savory as well. Not what I found. Could've been the lack of coverage so maybe I should've ordered "double pepperoni" but based on the Yelp pics, I didn't think that was necessary. Plus, Jose at Peppinos La Paz was always generous with coverage so the expectation was set by them. Lesson learned. The crust. Hard and overdone. Not much else to add but the dough wasn't tender & pliable but it seemed cheap. If they were new and just learning the ropes, I would say give them time to figure things out but comparing this pizza to the ones enjoyed at Lake Forest & Rockfield, they have a long way to go. I've read the owner responses and know that he's not going to take this well but so what. Do better. The girls at the front desk were very nice. The bar seemed legit but needs variety of choice.

I had lunch at TJ's Tap & Table (formerly TJ's Cantina - Yelp doesn't seem to care about changing…read morethe name) located inside the clubhouse at Tijeras Creek Golf Club. It's open to the public and has indoor seating (about a dozen tables with big screen TVs all around) as well as a large patio with a nice view of the golf course. There is a swanky bar area inside and they offer a pleasing selection of beers. Although most of the outdoor tables are shaded there were only a couple unshaded ones available so I seated myself inside. My waiter, who consistently referred to me as "boss", took my order within a couple minutes. The lunch menu is small, mostly burgers, sandwiches, and salads. I went with a pulled pork sandwich and iced tea. Once my food was delivered I realized I had no napkin or utensils. I flagged down the food runner, asking for a napkin and expecting some utensils rolled within it. A cloth napkin was quickly dropped off with no utensils. Well, I guess I got exactly what I asked for. She dashed off before I could be more specific so my fingers worked just fine to pick up the spilled pieces of pulled pork from my plate. The pulled pork sandwich had a nicely toasted brioche bun and some delicious slaw on top of the tender pork which had a satisfying smokey flavor. There was a razor thin spread of what I think was bbq sauce on the top half of the bun but so minimal I couldn't even tell if it was a sweet or tangy sauce. The accompanying fries were mercilessly oversalted. They either don't do refills of iced tea here or they just never bothered to offer. The overpriced menu, subpar food, and lacadaisical service would prevent me from returning for anything more than a beer.

I dined here for Taco Tuesday about a week ago, and am deeply disappointed with how this restaurant…read moreis conducting business in the wake of COVID. There was little, if any, physical distancing between guests, many of whom entered and exited the building without masks, and no noticeable standards for sanitizing tables between parties. To make matters worse, about halfway through our meal I noticed management seat a party of at least 20 people. I recounted all this to a friend who frequents the Cantina/golf course, and he informed me that an Tijeras Creek employee recently tested positive for COVID. I understand that many businesses are suffering due to quarantine, but to operate your restaurant with such disregard the health and safety of those in the building is unethical and unconscionable. I have worked for several major restaurants in SoCal for 10+ years, and accordingly, am extremely familiar with health and sanitation practices within the industry. As COVID cases rise here in OC, I cannot help but think it is due in large part to establishments like TJ's Cantina - who obviously have little to no modified protocol for ensuring that they provide a safe environment for both their guests and their employees. If you must, there are many other places to dine in OC that actually take this pandemic seriously.

My husband and I recently had lunch there the food was amazing. The service was excellent. I also…read moreliked the ambiance. We will definitely be going back!!

My bf and I are staying in the area and randomly stumbled upon this place while walking. The…read morerestaurant itself is pretty spacious. Super cute, cozy vibes. You can tell there are some regulars that come here. Service was fantastic. All the staff were so warm and welcoming. We were seated right away. There's bar seating available as well. The food was delicious!This is definitely a hidden gem. Food review: Cadillac Margarita: (5/5) Yumm! Super strong but pretty pricey. Each drink was $18 and it wasn't listed on the menu. Carne asada burrito: (4/5) My bf devoured it! He said it was very tender and yummy! It comes with side of guac too which is nice. Chicken enchilada & al pastor taco combo: (5/5) You definitely get bang for your buck with the portions. The rice and beans were yummy and come topped with cheese! The chicken and al pastor were both tender and flavorful.

Service was great, food 8 Out 10 $$$…read more Ambiance was nice. Service was quick, even on a Friday night. Wheelchair accessible

Drove by Knolls last night after dining at a nearby restaurant. The restaurant was jam packed with…read morepeople standing inside and outside at the entrance. Came back to check it out tonight. I had the salmon salad and that was very good. Salmon was done perfectly. Not under nor overcooked and did not taste fishy at all. Great job, Knolls kitchen! My husband had the grilled chicken sandwich with goat cheese , bacon, and avocado on ciabatta bread with sweet potato fries and he said that was also very good. We had Samantha as our server. Service was decent. They all appeared to be working really hard, especially the "boys". They were busy and moved around very fast. Love that music. The band was great. Good to see diners enjoying themselves and many were dancing on the dance floor.

What an amazing and welcoming "locals" place. I sat at the bar and had delicious drinks and dinner…read more Thank you to Herbert for making this Ohio girl feel so welcome.

We happen to be in Mission Viejo and Italian sounded nice…read more The service was amazing. The restaurant was very leveled inside. They had lots of specials and a very robust menu. It's great Italian. It's not authentic but it was very good. The presentation was beautiful on everything they brought out. They have a great wine selection including Austin Hope. What impressed me was they offered to split all of our entrees as we were sharing. Such a great gesture. And they made each presentation great! Manuel was our server and he was very attentive.

Love the food and the staff of the Cafe. Love the style of the Cafe. If this had 10 stars I would…read morerate it a 10 out of 10.

So many seats to sit but we can't sit because someone reserved it and you can only eat there if you…read moreare part of the church. Why tell us to go check it out then? Just standing outside staring at all the open seats lol. Awful customer service.