I started my countdown to this fun-filled Yelp event since I saw it posted -- and the anxiety to…read moreget on the list! Massive shoutout to Hayley (aka the bestest of the westest) and Ariana for making the magic happen! Thank you to the gracious Spaghettini Team for hosting & making a girl feel so loved by feeding me! Big love and cheers to Angela our incredible server -- she's so sweet and efficient! The food, vibes and music were bumping! This event is a combo -- food and entertainment which is right up my alley. This may sound odd but this is the first event that truly feels like a real restaurant experience -- nothing pre-set or served family-style. We were given several CHOICES from appetizers to desserts! The portion was large and satisfying. I'm a big eater so it was perfect! We started with drinks. My drinks were amazing as I was lucky to get TWO drinks - passionate fruit and watermelon mint mocktails! What I chose for my 3-course meal: Appetizer: Calamari, of course! It's perfectly fried and delicious without the sauce. Entrée: Parmesan Crusted Sea Bass, obviously! My favorite and finished it all including the buttermilk mashed potatoes. Dessert was a bit hard between Meyer Lemon Cheesecake or Chocolate Cake. At the end, chocolate always win for me. FOBO (fear of better options) moment for real! Luckily toward the end, another Yelper was so full, he offered me his lemon cheesecake. Ha-ha! As the yummy meal was served, the live band kicked into celebrate with the crowd, including tribute to D'Angelo (RIP). They sang hits from Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson! The music was fantastic, the band delivered a great performance, and the vocals were truly outstanding. The night nicely topped off with a menu book memorabilia from the co-owner (so unexpected).

My very first Elite Event as an attendee! Thank you Hayley, Ari, and the team at Spaghettini for…read morehosting such a special night. We were truly spoiled with a full-sized three course meal! Starting off with drinks, I mentioned that I wasn't much of a drinker and they graciously whipped up an off-menu mocktail. For courses, I went with the Wedge Salad, Parmesan Crusted Sea Bass, and the Chocolate Cake. Everything was too good and with great portion sizes too! We all went home with leftovers. This dinner party was also accompanied by a show of live music! If you're a fan of R&B and oldies, you'll loveeee it. Be sure to check their schedule to see who's up next. It was definitely a night to remember!

Hayley spoiled all the Yelp Elites at Paradise Dynasty! I had my eye on this restaurant in Glendale…read morethat is grand opening near Christmas! The servers and baristas were so friendly and amazing! General Manager Jason and Randy were so welcoming! Legend of the Xiao Long Bao. Say no more! It was so nice meeting fellow Yelp Elites Ana, Kat, and Zara. The perfect lunch at an awesome table. Drinks and conversations were flowing throughout the service. Jasmine Tea was light and refreshing. A 2 Hour Yelp Elite Event Menu: We started the Tasting Menu with a Welcome Cocktail: Singapore Sling. Sweet. What a way to kick off! Appetizers: Japanese Cucumber with Minced Garlic & Radish Pastry to tease your palate. Dim Sum: Signature Original XLB Kurobuto Pork Wonton in Chili Oil - My personal Highlight Specialty Dynasty Xiao Long Bao - If you are feeling adventurous! Definitely get the Dynasty But wait, there is more!!! Intermezzo Cocktail Guava Mama - Definitely stronger than the Singapore Sling Main Course: Fried Rice with Fried Pork Chop - YUMMY Stir-Fried Black Pepper Angus Beef with Basil Braised Creamy Butter Lobster Noodle in Nanyang Style - Lobster was so sweet and tasty Stir-Fried Pea Shoot with Minced Garlic Ended the entire tasting experience with: Panda Chocolate Lava Bun Now for the SWAG: 1. YELP Chopsticks 2. YELP Dim Sum Boxes 3. Paradise Group Bag 4. $25 Vouchers to come BACK! Paradise Dynasty could not have been more generous. Hayley, this one is for the books! It was a legendary tasting experience. So happy and grateful to attend and meet new Yelp Elites, Black Elites, and Gold Elites. Forgive me if my Noodle Pull was limp the first couple of takes :) The cocktails were kicking in.

So happy to be part of this amazing event!…read more The welcome drink: Singapore Sling Appetizer: Japanese cucumber with minced Garlic radish pastry perfect way to start great meal! Dim Dum: signature original xiao long bao all very good and tasty. Mid Cocktail: Guava Mama , perfect way to help you get through rest of amazing tasting menu! Main: fried rice with fried pork pork chop Stir fried angus beef with basil , my fav main dish! Braised creamy butter lobster noodle super creamy and rich Stir-fried pea shoot with minced garlic Dessert: Panda Chocolate Lava. Fantastic service, great location and phenomenal experience!

Thank you Hayley and the Yelp team for treating us to a cool experience located in the Orange…read moreCircle. Chaiwale and Co. replaced The Pie Hole and is located across from The Filling Station. Parking is a little difficult so make sure you give yourself extra time to allow for parking. I came on a Friday mid-afternoon and this place was pretty busy, with people seated in and outdoors. We were given a free chai and dessert. I opted for the hot CARDAMOM CHAI and the MANGO LASSI CHEESECAKE. I also got a PISTACHIO ROSE LOAF $6 so I could try some more of their offerings. I waited for about 10 minutes for my order. The cardamom chai was delicious. I devoured the mango lassi cheesecake. It could have used a little more sauce on the top, but it was very good. The pistachio rose loaf was aesthestically pleasing and very tasty. It was moist and not overly sweet. I will definitely come back here for their other items like burritos and pranthas. Thank you for the yummy treat!

As I walked up to Chaiwale I realized it replaced pie hole! I asked the employee for their…read morerecommendations and tried the cardamom chai and mango cheesecake. Both were really good! They are in such a good location with so many fun stores to walk around to. Parking is typical for the area, I had to search a little bit and got parking in the neighborhood nearby.

This year's 6 to 6 event at the Orange County Fairgrounds seem to have less vendors both on the…read morefood side and on the product side. The plus side this time around is that they have a completely covered area to eat your food. Picnic benches are laid out with a full awning. Parking is still great. Prices have gone up for both the tickets and parking so be prepared to pay $15 for parking and $15 to get inside. Services dependent on what vendor you buy your food from some will accommodate the request and others will not. Of course if there's no accommodation to the customer, they've lost my business.

So FoodieLand acquired 626 Night Market in October 2025 and this was my first time visiting since…read morethe new corporate ownership. [Parking]: $15 per vehicle for on-site parking just to enter the OC Fair & Event Center. [Admission]: Our party purchased the same-day tickets and paid a $16 per person entry fee. [What to expect]: The market was approximately half food vendors and half arts / crafts / gift vendors. There were solid craft and gift vendors, but not too many art vendors. The food was extremely overpriced ... a simple appetizer = at least $15+ & a filling meal = at least $25. The only real positive? There was a mahjong area that offered free lessons. The performance stage was alright. [Food]: Our party ended up getting only 6 pieces of soup dumplings (aka XLB) from Dumpling Dream for $14 and a cup of gelatea from Boutcha for $7.20 (one of the most affordable and best item to get at the market). [Conclusion]: If I ever come back to 626 Night Market, I would probably stick with the Arcadia location as parking is free and the admission fee is slightly cheaper. I am still having a hard time digesting the fact that getting into the market cost $30+ before even buying any food if I come here alone and I would also need to spend another $25+ just to feel like I had eaten a legit meal. I am good with this one-and-done visit.

got the chance to visit before this event was postponed! the…read moremanager was very nice & explained what was included in the event! i got the cheese balls & the half and half rice balls (half tuna mayo, half bulgogi) & they threw in a radish soup! good portion sizes & delicious! i want to return to try other items on the menu! theyre currently running a giveaway in store by posting a polaroid picture on their board

The staff was very friendly and quick with the food preparations. The rice balls: tuna mayo &…read morebulgogi flavors were tasty and generous in size, I was so full after eating 3. They would've been perfect with their ddukbokki meal to dunk in the spicy sauce. The cheese balls were surprising. It felt more like eating a donut with mozzarella cheese filling than eating mozzarella stick but good nonetheless. My favorite was the radish soup - so comforting and delicious!

Always great food coming here! I love that they rotate their menu seasonally so we could try…read moredifferent creations. Came for Yelp and got to try the coconut match and spicy chicken noodles. The coconut matcha was BOMB, first time trying that combo and it tasted like pandan when mixed together. We added a few more favorites: crispy calamari, garlic noodles with fish and pork tomahawk. Wonderful Asian fusion creations that are compact with so much flavor! Definitely recommend to always have a reservation because this place fills up fast especially towards end of week and the weekends.

This was definitely a nice experience. Big thank you to the staff at Nep Cafe and Hayley for…read moremaking this happen for some of us lucky elites. We got to try their chicken spicy noodles and coconut matcha. The chicken spicy noodles had the best cooked chicken I have had in awhile. It was super tender and flavorful. The sauce the noodles was mixed in was really delicious. I love that it had a hint of spice and tang. Definitely something worth checking out. The coconut matcha was also absolutely yummy. It had the perfect amount of matcha foam ratio to coconut water. It was super refreshing especially after my gym session. I also got to try the banh mi chao too as well. Everything was so good. The staff was really nice and helpful. They made sure to keep checking on us. I came on a busy Sunday during brunch and they were able to take us in right away at the bar. Overall I had a great time and cannot wait to recommend it to all my friends and family. I will definitely be back to brunch, lunch and happy hour.

Sooo grateful for getting in on the guestlist for the Ini Elite experience :) Thank you CM Hayley,…read moreYelp OC and the Ini team! The Bunz and I went on a lunch date here for his first visit to Ini, my second. I made a reservation on Open Table and when arrived we were warmly greeted. Loved the natural lighting in the restaurant and the wood decor. Very modern, clean and comfortable. We had an pleasant experience and so glad we came during the Happy Hour times - less hectic and loud. Our server, Jennifer was personable and courteous. All the staff were very professional and attentive. I appreciated they sat us at a booth seating for 4 vs a table for 2 (otherwise all our orders wouldn't' have fit on there) We absolutely enjoyed the Spicy Miso Carbonara + the Yuzu Peach Refresher. The udon was chewy, sauce was savory but the pasta was spicier than I had expected. This pasta dish is a little heavy - so I say it's best to share. I do wish they had given a bit more protein though. But overall a dish worth trying. The Yuzu refresher was a nice surprise - very palatable. We also ordered the Beef Carpaccio, HH - Pepperoni Pizza and HH - Veal Bolognese. The happy prices on those were so worth getting! As for the pizza - the flavors were on point and well balanced but could use a bit more pepperoni. The Veal Bolognese was scrumptious that we ordered another! Don't under estimate the portion - they didn't skimp at all! The Beef Carpaccio was a light and nice appetizer to kick start the meal. We definitely would be back to visit again :)

Thank you, Yelp, Hayley, and INI ristorante for the opportunity to experience INI Restorante. This…read morespot had been on my radar for quite some time, and the Yelp Elite event finally gave me the chance to try it. KEI Concepts restaurants know how to hire their team! The staff was incredibly attentive and knowledgeable, making us feel welcome. Anthony, our server was super helpful throughout our meal as well as the team members who helped bring out the dishes. As part of the event, we were treated to the complimentary Spicy Miso Carbonara and Yuzu Refresher. The carbonara was amazing. The udon pasta with a spicy creamy, eggy sauce was perfectly balanced with mushroom umami flavors. The spice level was just right, (but they offered chili flakes and chili oil for those who like it super spicy!) The fusion of Italian and Asian cuisines that I never knew I needed!! We also went a little crazy and ordered three other entrees: seafood poke pizza (sounds wild but the fusion was unexpectedly satisfying..) and seafood mafaldine (so much crab meat and seafood!) and the burrata caprese. Everything on their menu looks delicious and we will be back to try them. If you're a pasta lover (good food lover, in general) INI is an absolute must-try. The quality of the food, combined with the excellent service, makes it a standout dining experience. **A big plus was that the dishes were made fresh, allowing most to be modified. For pescatarians, sausage and bacon could be easily removed from some pasta dishes. Truly grateful! Thanks Yelp + Haley!!

Anaheim Packing House is a great place for food and family time. We visited with our kids and…read morereally enjoyed the lively atmosphere, variety of restaurants, beautiful historic setting, and unique decor. There are plenty of seating areas, live music and a fun atmosphere that makes it easy to spend a few hours here. We especially enjoyed exploring the different food options and the family-friendly environment. The only challenge is parking, especially during busy times. As a local, I recommend looking at nearby parking options before arriving. Overall, a wonderful Anaheim destination with great food, character, and something for everyone.

This noodle was amazing presentation! It was taste good too. The Cajun mussels were great…read more I wish someone cleans the tables in the open area. They were all dirty so I have to clean. I had only dry tissues. Foods we had were 5 stars. The place is 5. Cleannesses is 4 stars.

Review #893 2025-065…read moreYEE #136 Comped Dulce Pan Order: Alemana Dulce Pan Order: Brazo Gitano, Guisano, Oreja, Quesadilla Yelp is celebrating Latinx Heritage Month with La Usuluteca, an authentic Central American deli, & lucky Elites like myself get to enjoy 1 complimentary pan dulce of our choosing. The bakery is located near Arlington Heights, off Washington Blvd. & 10th Ave.; you can't miss the bright red name banner & awning. Upon entering, your senses are hit with baking & cooking scents: pan dulces & pupusas? After selecting my Yelp freebie: Alemana (vanilla muffin pound cake), I asked what's their best seller & got the Quesadilla. It's a sweet, dense cheese bread with a texture that mimics a pound cake. It was really tasty if a tad on the dry side. My son picked the Oreja, literally translates as "ear" because it looks like one. This puff pastry is also called a palmier. It's sweet, light, crisp, & flaky. M says they're way better than Costco's. I also added a Brazo Gitano (strawberry & coconut Swiss/jelly roll), & Guisano (pineapple-filled roll). Although I might have mixed up Alemana & Guisano. I figured this is a mom & pop, so a menu is not probable, & requested the server's help; she was kind enough to take the extra time to provide the names of dulce pans. There's no dulce pan menu, but there is an electronic hot foods menu behind the counter. Not sure of price points, but I got 4 items, excluding my Yelp freebie, for $11.00+. There's a 50¢ surcharge with a cc payment. It would be nice to have placards labeling & pricing the items (sometimes pricing dictates my choices & the quantity). Friendly, knowledgeable, & helpful customer service... my server took extra time to provide the names of the dulce pans & describe what's in them. While I'm not likely in this part of town, I'm definitely a fan of this Central American bakery & will stop by if I'm in this neighborhood. Muchas gracias Yelp, CM Margaret, & La Usuluteca team for my weekend's sweet treats... mi dulce son muy deliciosos!!

09/23/2025 Morning!! I am here for the Yelp event…read more Nope. I am here for the Yelp event. Not here. Ok... Could I get this........I pointed to the Palmier or Elephant Ear. This lady grabs that and asked if I want anything else. No thank you. $2.50 I paid and left. So much for the event starting at 6:00AM. Maybe it's too early? I already let the LAE team.

We went to The Yelp elite disco night event last night in diamond bar to jump start diamond bar…read morerestaurant week. It was a disco night so when we arrived we were immediately greeted by yelp that were dressed in their disco attire...super fun. The energy was off the chain everyone was so lively and friendly. The event was full of great vendors with great food and drinks such a variety of vendors. The Dancefloor was Poppin with the soul train line. I was able to get my groove on lol. We took photos, we had drinks , we ate food , we had a wonderful time. Another great event from Yelp. There was a raffle where prices were given away , which was a great way to end the night even though we didn't win anything lol. I'm looking forward to the next event. Such a blast