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    WaBa Grill

    3.4 (185 reviews)
    InexpensiveFast Food, Asian Fusion
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Casual
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    I found a hair on my bowl, when I brought it up to the cashier's attention in a polite manner she made a face and walked to the cook's attention. The cashier was not wearing a head cap, and was bothered. I hear here making a comment about why i brought up the plate if I was almost done?. No apologies were ever made, she fixed a smaller plate and continued to clean. Terrible customer service as they continued to bad mouth us.

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    Hen A.

    casual weekday dinner search...looking for something quick and easy...finding waba grill across the street from the hyatt and marriott hotels...strip mall location and low-key...no line to the order counter...taking the waba plate (chicken & steak) $14.49 and a drink $2.99...choice of sauces and taking the waba sauce...similar to teriyaki sauce...about 10 minutes and called...small side salad was fresh and decent...potstickers were average and could have been cooked better...the chicken over rice was decent...the "steak" did not look appetizing...thin and dark strips of beef...looked almost like jerky and cooked to death...don't get the steak....other than the steak, the meal was average, but not really worth the price...

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    Eddie T.

    I was really disappointed as this was my first time trying out Waba Grill and had high hopes! The customer service was great, and she was really friendly. We went out to lunch yesterday 7/17/2023 around 12:30pm ish, not sure but its timed on the receipt I added below.... I could not believe my eyes when I saw the $16.00 plate of just White Rice and Steak??? You can clearly see from the picture that it barely had any meat on there. I know I should of gotten veggies, but I decided to opt out and just try the meat and rice! I was super disappointed at the price and the quantity of the food! The quality of the food was okay, nothing out of this world.. The inside was nice and had a homeless guy sitting in there with all his stuff, so it was kinda weird eating and just him staring at us asking for cigarettes' Over all, I don't think we will be visiting again!

    This took 25min+ to heat up...
    Isidro F.

    Terrible service from Patty and Ricardo. Receipt says Jesus, which is incorrect. Ordered a (only ONE!!) mini bowl and waited over 25min. Ridiculous, didn't even offer an apology, they were to busy making a big order for a hand written receipt. (Read below) Patty was helping me, and when someone from a deliver service came, she ignored me and I stood there while she took their order on a post it sticky note, (seems like they are giving away free food) That doesn't even sound right, it's a delivery driver! Business owner should be cautious. I'll be taking my business elsewhere. I can't remember the last time I left a review, but I felt strongly about this terrible service 10/30/23 at 6:07pm.

    Not worth $10
    Mayra G.

    Service was okay just had to order my food. Pricey for a bowl of rice. Not enough chicken for $10.

    "digital service fee" how ridiculous, never coming back
    Jacob E.

    Its disgusting that they charge you to use the app. Congrats, now you lost my business. Read their response, they don't get it.

    The steak and chicken combo bowl. Pathetic. This is what I get upon opening the lid.

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    Great vegetarian options here! The food was delicious and fresh. The staff were very nice and polite

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    Amazing service! Olga was very helpful and kind! she made sure to check in and make sure everything was okay. Love this location :)

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    Love this place! Restaurant is clean, food is cooked to perfection, and PREMIER customer service!

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    I got the waba bowl and the food was very bland. Vegetables was broiled, no taste. For $13 I will probably pass for a second attempt

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    Nova Kitchen & Bar

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    (8.2k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    Free parking
    Full bar

    Nova was a pleasant surprise as we had no dinner plans made for our Disneyland vacation…read more Even before checking into our hotel (the Hyatt Regency conveniently located next to Nova), we saw the huge sign on the side of the building advertising their happy hour. We decided to give it a try on our first night. Everything from the staff friendliness to the ambiance to the taste of the food was exceptional! The specialty drinks were delicious, and the happy hour prices were more than reasonable. Everything was so good that we went back for a second happy hour in a row. The second visit was just as enjoyable, so much that we decided to visit on Sunday to check out their all you can eat brunch. The selections were amazing with a few exceptions. Some standouts were the ube pancakes, matcha French toast, Toro tartare toast, and garlic scallop fried rice. Some items on the menu left more to the imagination such as the spicy tuna crispy rice, which had no distinct flavor, and the fried oysters. Outside of those selections, the brunch options were amazing and worth the cost. Shout out to Ryan and Koda for the hospitality, and the bartenders that served us during happy hour. I would absolutely recommend this place for anyone visiting Orange County!

    Mary was the absolute best server, so kind, and so attentive. I like to ask my servers for…read morerecommendations and I thoroughly enjoyed the meal! She helped make this a wonderful experience. The decor is also so sexy this place is a great place for a date with your man or your girlfriends. The food was so delicious too. I highly recommend this place for dates or friend dates.

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    INI Ristorante

    4.5
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    4.8 mi

    This is a little late, but had to post and share especially since I was able to get some good food…read morephotos. Our daughter wanted to return to her birthday meal. It's been a year + since our last visit and we noticed some summer items that needed trying. Service was awesome as always from beginning to end. Our server was attentive and has great recommendations. The restaurant was busy, but contained and we were seated in an area where we could still hear each other so that was good. Ambiance was perfect for an early dinner. The food was really good, all dishes were delicious. See photos to make you drool.

    Finally had a chance to check this place out & it was pretty good. Its been on my list for so long…read morebut something always comes up or its just always really crowded. We came around 11:45am today (july 3) and was originally told it'd be a 45-1 hour wait, which was fine. After waiting around for about maybe less then 10 mins, i got a text that our table was ready. Lucky for us, a group of 6 cancelled so we got seated right away. Its beautiful inside & very spacious. However the bathrooms could use a little fixing. Our table got a few different items to share: Calamari Fritti Garlic parm fries Truffle cheese bread Margherita pizza Mala lamb pizza Crab roe spaghetti Chicken Alfredo Everyone really enjoyed their food & the service was great, can't wait to be back to try out other items on the menu!

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    Pork Tomahawk (dinner only). Part of our new Summer Menu.
    Pork Tomahawk (dinner only). Part of our new Summer Menu.
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    Sona Fusion Kitchen

    Sona Fusion Kitchen

    4.6
    (200 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    When you first walk in, you're greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The service was…read moreincredibly fast and efficient, and our food came out surprisingly quickly! We ordered the lomo saltado shaken fries and the calamari. The lomo saltado was definitely the highlight! the meat was tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. The fries had the perfect texture: crispy on the outside and not soggy at all. The sauce tied everything together perfectly, with a great balance of savory and sweet flavors without being overpowering. The calamari was also well-executed. It was crispy, tender, and didn't have any fishy taste, which I really appreciated. Another plus is that the portions here are huge, making it great for sharing with family and friends. There's plenty of seating, and the lively atmosphere makes this a perfect spot for a casual meal, family gathering, or a night out with friends. I would definitely come back to try more of their menu!

    I had a wonderful experience at Sona Fusion Kitchen! One of the highlights of the meal was the…read moreMushroom Filet Mignon Stir Fry. The filet mignon was incredibly tender and cooked perfectly, while the mushrooms added a rich, savory flavor that complemented the dish beautifully. Every bite was flavorful, well-seasoned, and satisfying. The ambiance was just as impressive as the food. The restaurant has a modern yet cozy atmosphere, making it a great spot for anything from a casual dinner to a special night out. The space felt inviting, clean, and thoughtfully designed, creating a relaxing dining experience from start to finish. What truly stood out was the exceptional service. The staff were attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. They made us feel valued as guests, checked in regularly without being intrusive, and ensured everything was perfect throughout our visit. Between the delicious food, beautiful ambiance, and outstanding hospitality, Sona Fusion Kitchen exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend trying the Mushroom Filet Mignon Stir Fry, and I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

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    MANGO LYCHEE TEA CREME BRULEE COFFEE GARLIC NOODLES LOMO SALTADO (BEEF) GOLDEN PEAR SALAD

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    Star Leaf

    Star Leaf

    4.0
    (67 reviews)
    3.5 mi
    $$$

    BUSINESS PERMANENTLY CLOSING 6/28/26…read more Came here with some gals for afternoon tea. It's a cute little restaurant in Old Towne Orange. It's decorated really cute inside and out! Everything was creatively planned and decorated. It was also very clean and spacious inside and out. When you go in, there's a tea sampling station with the menus so you can see which tea you would like to order. Our server was really sweet, but she was the only one serving all of the tables, so she would come by every 10-20 minutes to check on us and some things we asked for didn't make it to the table. If they had more servers, customers would be happy with quicker service. The food and tea were delish! There were 6 of us so we shared a bunch of different teas. I really enjoyed the teas they had. The sweet and savory treats were really yummy! I really enjoyed them. Each person got 5 little savory treats and 4 sweet treats. I kind of wish we got one or two more for $45, but either way they were delicious! We had a great time and were sad to learn that the business will be permanently closing down tomorrow (6/28/26), I would have loved to continue going back!

    I was super excited to try this spot, but it was a bit underwhelming. Service was a bit slow and…read morethe food was okay. Nothing super memorable. Server was very nice though. I would recommend for them to upgrade and get new menus as the ones I got were all stained and in bad condition. Small details like this is important and easy to fix. Total was about $112 for 2.

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    Lovely high tea
    Business front, rebranded/renamed

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    A Nu Quan

    A Nu Quan

    4.7
    (476 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Ordered to go, they were thankfully able to give me bowls and utensils to easily share and eat at…read morehotel. Everything was packaged nicely, no spillage happened. Would not order Pho again. Broth was substandard and chicken was bony. Would absolutely order clay jar grilled chicken thigh with dried noodles again. It was juicy and delicious in every way. Quantity: enough to fill one person, no leftovers. Easy parking, lots of tables available, bathroom was clean, staff was friendly.

    Tried out their Mì Khô Gà Nướng Lu (roasted chicken noodles) and it was so good!!! The chicken meat…read morewas firm and juicy, and the skin is wildly crispy It was not super fatty as well making every bite addicted. I decided to order a whole chicken for to go so you know it's solid! And their crispy pork fat (tóp mỡ) is the best one I have ever tried. Very crispy and flavorful! I also ordered a chicken organ side dish. Only $8 with huge portion is a big deal. Unlaid chicken egg was creamy and delicious. The gizzard and heart was also great, but liver was slightly overcooked. Dipping sauce is tasty but could have given me more (3x more at least haha). Their fried rice cake (bột chiên) was ok as I expected it to be crispier. The sweet soy sauce is nice though. I also like the fact that they were generous about the papaya portion.

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    Clay jar grilled chicken (half) - (gà nướng lu) - The seasoning was on point.  I laiii this!
    Clay jar grilled chicken (half) - (gà nướng lu) - The seasoning was on point. I laiii this!
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