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    WaBa Grill

    3.5 (112 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
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    WaBa Chicken & Steak Bowl
    Frankie H.

    Waba Grill already left a good spot in my heart from the first time I tried them at their Portola Location and this time they still didn't disappoint! I ordered my food in-store at about 4:46p and was assisted by Abby at the front counter. The lobby and place is so clean and well put together. Abby was very sweet and kind and friendly and she helped me fairly quickly. I came in for their Waba Steak & Chicken Rice Bowl and 5 Dumplings. I didn't realize I came in during Waba Grill's Happy Hour and so Abby offered me a drink to go along with my 5 Dumplings. I was curious about their NEW Drink Flavor: Dragonfruit Mango Lemonade and so I got that one. My food was ready in about 7-8 minutes and Said (One of the chefs) was so kind and gentle and handed me my food and thanked me for coming in. I ended up trying the Dragonfruit Mango Lemonade and my gosh, it is so sweet and tasty! I don't think I've had Dragonfruit Lemonade juice before so this was a great refresher in the summer heat! I would definitely try it again! Now, I was ready to eat on my Waba Rice Bowl when I noticed there wasn't any steak on my bowl. I went in and let Said know and he didn't hesitate. He went back and asked his chef (Alex) if he could make some fresh steak for my bowl. Y'all, between Abby and Said and Alex, these hard workers definitely do go out of their way to make sure their customers are satisfied and taken care of! They definitely left a great enough impression for me to want to come back and support their business even further. This location is about 45-50 minutes out from where I live, but it's definitely worth the trip. From the food to the service. Waba Grill, that's two for two haha 5/5!!

    WaBa Chicken & Steak Plate
    Joe B.

    One of my favorite fast food spots. The store is clean. The guy who runs the place is very friendly and helpful in suggesting dishes to new customers. The food is amazing and fresh. My favorite is the WaBa plate, it has half chicken and half beef over rice, small salad and 3 dumplings. I load up on the WaBa sauce, that's a tasty sauce. Don't forget to get the fresh green onions to sprinkle over your plate. We usually get an extra side of dumplings as well.

    Chicken Bowl
    Mari F.

    One of the best Waba grill locations around!! Love the drive thru option, and the employee named Said always offers great customer service to me each and every time I come by ! The food here is always hot fresh and delicious, comes out quickly and they never miss anything that I ask for they're very efficient here. I love that this location is also open later than all the others!! My late night go-to!

    2 lb of rice a scoop of meat what kind of bs is this
    Leonardo V.

    This place is a joke for a bowl 2 lb of rice mini scoop of steak what kind of bs is this

    Skimpy ass "upgrade" - is this worth 2.99 for a lattice and SLICE of fruit?  Hell no.
    Denise H.

    Their 2.99 deal is a effing rip. Such an "upgrade" for a measly salad and a piece of "fruit." Disappointing - it was advertised as if such a big portion or value too. Shitty value in a shitty economy. Oh well. Look at my pic for that skimpy ass 2.99 deal with the salad and slice of fruit. You'd think they'd include the veggies from tier two too, but apparently not. WaBa, do better, please.

    mini chicken bowl  Chicken Bowl

    The service here is usually not too bad, but i definitely think they should work on the attitude and whispering of the customers. The portions of the food also suck, i know they weigh it but the owner needs to lower to price to food ratio, im sure theyve lost a lot of business because of

    This is how much meat was in my bowl when I opened it out of the drive through !
    Lynette T.

    Love waba grill the food is always good but this location skimps on meat every time. It's just frustrating to pay full price and get a quarter of the protein you thought you were supposed to get.

    Plantspired Steak with Waba sauce
    Debbie K.

    I had a pleasant experience at this fast food joint. I became a vegetarian before this fast food joint was established or founded. I have seen the fast food joint for years but could never able to dine there since there was no option for me. Recently, about 2 weeks ago, they came up with Plantspired Steak that is vegan. After doing a little research about how the 'steak' is cooked (whether it is separately from the meat grill) I am convinced. I even asked and watched how it was cooked and happy with the results. I have been a fan of teriyaki flavors. Their sauces are vegan (except ranch dressing) and happy that there is only a little dab on top of the 'steak' and I could pump more sauce if I need more. This way I can control the saltiness. I ordered the Plantspired Bowl with no rice but veggies only. The veggies are lightly steamed. In my opinion this is better or healthier than eating burgers, pizzas, or tacos. The restaurant is also clean and there is a drive thru.

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    Great " clean food " solid service and clean facility. Hope they stay consistent. Drive through is also a plus

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    The food itself was good, but portion size I received was weak. For the price I paid for a regular bowl was not worth it.

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    The perfect lunch time spot during my work week. Deborah is amazing, 10/10 for service and food!

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    I ordered 11.99 chicken and steak bowl. Only got about 3 or 4 ounces meat. I think they gave me wrong order.

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    Food was bomb! Service was great as well. I love Deborah attention to detail and attentiveness. Her customer service is excellent

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    Seven Grams

    Seven Grams

    4.5
    (1.4k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    The XLB was really good the original and spicy. I wasn't a huge fan of the ham fried rice but it…read morewas still good. Service was good and atmosphere was good

    7 Grams is such a hidden gem. I can't believe I'm only discovering this place now. Their wontons…read moreare honestly better than Din Tai Fung and Paradise Dynasty, and I say that as an OG fan of both, especially after living in the Irvine area. Their xiao long bao is also really good and definitely comparable to Din Tai Fung and Paradise Dynasty. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and the dumplings and wontons were so moist and flavorful. The beef roll is a MUST. Unlike some places where it can be dry, theirs had the perfect amount of sauce and was so good. Also get the lava egg yolk steamed buns. So soft, moist, fresh, and delicious. But surprisingly, one of the biggest standouts was their drinks. They use real tea, and their taro milk tea completely changed my mind about taro drinks. Fresh taro mixed with real tea, perfectly balanced, and not overly sweet. I would literally come here just for the drinks. If you love boba, you need to try them. Just be prepared to wait because this place gets BUSY. Lunchtime was packed, and we came around 3 PM and were lucky to get a spot. Everything was so satisfying without feeling overly heavy afterward. Definitely one of my new favorite finds and a place I'll be coming back to again and again.

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    Scallion Pancake 8pcs
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    Sichuan Impression

    Sichuan Impression

    4.2
    (1.5k reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    7 years in business
    Women-owned & operated

    You will NOT find spicy toothpick mutton like this anywhere in the states. If you do tell me cause…read moreI'm missing out! The toothpick mutton ( and every other dish; shout out to the babmboo shoots and ribs) here is f****** delicious here. Have been going to this place for 7+ years ever since living in Tustin. My husband and I then moved to Arizona (for his work not just because - let's get that straight) and we make it a point to stop by here every time . Heck, if I'm driving back to AZ I've even gotten to go orders, put it in my small cooler (I literally bring this cooler just to bring back food from CA to AZ) and have it for dinner. I'll never stop going to this spot. Consider me a lifer! Plus the waiters smash it every time. Shout out the the workers! They're so nice!

    A shame because honestly the food was pretty good. I never leave reviews but I think this one's…read moreimportant and fair for all. My party has a peanut allergy and, although not super sensitive in the sense that cross contamination isn't a worrying issue, is of importance. We asked two separate workers if the PORK JOWL had peanuts, and they said no. It wasn't until said party member felt a peanut allergy did we learn that there was actually peanuts (peanut butter marinade). We don't blame the staff, as they were kind and understanding of the situation. However, this definitely reflects on management and their training. If someone were in the same situation but had a more dangerous allergy, this couldve ended differently. (Pork jowl pictured up front)

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    #Impressive dumplings 锦城水饺
    #Impressive dumplings 锦城水饺
    #Tea Smoke Pork Ribs 七里香排骨
    #Tea Smoke Pork Ribs 七里香排骨
    #"Refreshing" Marbled Beef in Golden Soup 还魂金汤肥牛

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    #"Refreshing" Marbled Beef in Golden Soup 还魂金汤肥牛
    Okidoki by Meiji

    Okidoki by Meiji

    4.0
    (1.3k reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Takes reservations

    Nabeyaki Udon is a must get!!! I get this every time I come here. This time around, we decided to…read moretry a few different items on the menu, Spicy Beef Udon Soup and Inaka Soba. All three portions were a good size, and we were able to share everything between three people. The udon noodles were so chewy and delicious! Nabeyaki Udon: This was my favorite! The broth was very light and clean, and it wasn't too sweet. You can get the tempura on the side, which I recommend because it does get soggy in the broth. Would definitely get this again. Spicy Beef Udon: Not spicy at all, but it had a lot beef and lots of flavor. This is a good option if you're looking to try another udon dish from here. Inaka Soba: We wanted to try a dry noodle and soba, so we got it cold. You can choose between hot and cold. It was refreshing and looked very healthy, with lots of vegetables and good flavor. Personally, I wouldn't get this again because I prefer the udon here. Overall, really good spot! It does get busy, especially around dinner time. The udon quality is spot on and the service is great. Definitely would come back for the Nabeyaki Udon. Next time, I want to try the sushi here!

    Very delicious! I got the nabeyaki and i loved how clean and light it was. However, i felt like the…read moresoup was a bit sweet for my liking :/ if you get this, ask for the tempura on the side bc it was soggy by the time my udon arrived at my table. ill def come back and try it again to see if that was a one-time event because i really enjoyed the soup other than that. My bf got the beef garlic udon and i also liked that one too. Lots of beef and lots of flavor, but idk if id get that for myself. The service was also amazing. We were offered bibs and our waiter was a chill dude. He called my bf "boss" and i thought it was endearing. Id def come back and try other menu items! Note: imo the space is kinda cramped, but nothing too crazy where you cant walk around.

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    August Monthly Special: Prime Beef Steak & Garlic Udon
    August Monthly Special: Prime Beef Steak & Garlic Udon
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    Pacific Catch

    Pacific Catch

    4.4
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.1 mi
    $$

    Awesome place for seafood lovers Lobster Roll came with…read moremore lobster than expected. Place is always packed Recommend to make reservations through Open Table. Service with a smile always helps, Team does a great job. Plenty of parking. Can't wait to come back.

    This was our first time trying Pacific Catch. The restaurant is clean and has a pleasant…read moreatmosphere. The service here is awesome! I had accidentally dropped my smart ring into the sink while I was washing my hands and panicked! It's already awkward enough to ask for help, but Briana came to the rescue and went above and beyond to help retrieve it!! Thank you so much, Briana! You're a life saver! If it wasn't one thing, it also was another: one of our dishes slipped and broke all over the floor. Briana handled it so graciously and the team was quick to help clean up and replace our dish. Professional, friendly and just plain awesome. Thank you all for being so great! On to the food: we ordered the lobster roll, the miso black cod and the kimchi fried rice with a fried egg added to it. We enjoyed all of it! For my husband, the sauce for the lobster roll is what did it for him. He said at that point, one wasn't enough - 5 more would have been better! LOL! The miso black cod was also very good with a sweet taste to it. It's a little too sweet for myself but it didn't stop me from eating most of it. :) The kimchi fried is also pretty good but I would've liked more kimchi in there - that's just me, tho. Hee! XD Thank you again for such a lovely meal and for all the help!

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    Sonder

    Sonder

    4.3
    (215 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    Sonder was amazing. We really enjoyed their creative menu and everything we ate was delicious. My…read morefavorite would be the pork belly skewer. It was fatty, juicy, and had a slight charred taste. All dishes ordered were done really well. The vibes were fun and upbeat. I really appreciated the design and interior decor of the dining room. Deeper in you will find more seating, the bar, and a live DJ! Service was good. it was a little slow at times but I understand it was a busy night. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great spot for a night out with friends or date night :-)

    We came here to try this place out. From the photos, the food dishes look different and tasty, so…read morehad to come. The restaurant is located in Santa Ana Downtown; it is a town that is pretty rundown. Many retail locations are closed, and the area is not as hype as before. You can see homeless people just hanging out nearby. Once we walked in, the place is well-decorated with unique pieces of Asian decor. There is a DJ area and towards the back of the restaurant is a large size Bar. The Menu has a combination of Southeast Asian dishes, and some Japanese skewers. We ordered a bunch of skewers and a cold appetizer. Everything came out perfect. The flavors were exciting and the meats from the skewers were tender and full of flavor. Loved the scallops. The Hanger Steak was so tender as well. This place really exceeded my expectations. The dishes are unique in flavor and portions were adequate. All the dishes hit the spot. We will definitely be back to dine again.

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    Sophisticated bar and classy chandeliers
    Sophisticated bar and classy chandeliers
    Pork Belly: mustard * black vinegar * thai basil * chives * side of rice | $8
    Pork Belly: mustard * black vinegar * thai basil * chives * side of rice | $8
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    KPB Asian Bistro

    KPB Asian Bistro

    4.4
    (241 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$
    Certified professionals
    Catering service

    Took my family out to eat here for a little get together. My Godmother was craving good quality…read moreChinese food and this happened to be not too far from her place, borderline Santa Ana/Tustin area. The parking is okay, its pretty small but its do able. We went to eat around 2 PM on a weekday so parking was great and the restaurant wasn't too busy. We were greeted the moment we walked in and sat at a table. What I liked about their menu was that they offer smaller plates if you want to order individually, and also offer family size plates for sharing. We of course opted for the bigger plates. We ordered orange chicken, chow mein, white rice, broccoli and beef, and pad thai. I want to start off by saying I'm typically picky with my orange chicken. It usually has a tad of an artificial flavor. This place was realllyyyyyy good. The flavor was good for all the dishes we got, the portions were very generous and more than enough for 3. The servers were all nice and checked in periodically on our table. Honestly I would come back here, knowing its affordable with fair portions and good flavor!

    Americans, we have to be fair and give these fine people credit when they earned it by me…read more FEDSMOKER. These boys have recently listened to the concerns of the People, and they're doing right by us now. STILL have some work to do on the fried and battered items which suck... but if you get Mongolian trio or basil chicken, they will cook it fine and dandy for you, Americans. The battered Orange chicken and everything else is not acceptable, but you can find other items worth the HIGH prices. I'll tell you the truth Americans. If they reduced the price by 4-5$ I would be a weekly customer for the basil chicken, kung pao chicken (very Spicy) and Mongolian TRIO... But if you think you're gonna order some orange chicken you might as well go to the place that has a panda. Avoid the battered items. This is it Americans, updates review for the good people at KPB ASIAN BISTRO!!!!

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    9/21/23 (thu): Lunch Special Kung Pao Chicken w/ eggroll, brown rice & crispy cucumber salad. My fav!! Sooo good!
    9/21/23 (thu): Lunch Special Kung Pao Chicken w/ eggroll, brown rice & crispy cucumber salad. My fav!! Sooo good!
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