“Wow, we're so glad there's an Oliver's location in Irvine now! The food was incredibly delicious and flavorful, and the service was fantastic. You know how sometimes you get the feeling that the staff don't really want to be there? Everyone we interacted with seemed like they were happy to be there. Makes such a huge difference in someone's dining experience! Ambiance was upscale but not stuffy or stiff. Very fun and delicious place to enjoy a meal with friends or family, or even a business lunch. The complimentary house bread was so yummy, especially when paired with their savory olive tapenade. It's hard to resist filling up on bread. We started with a beet salad which was an amazing blend of flavors and textures, thanks to the thinly sliced beets, creamy cheese, and slightly candied walnuts. Fantastic salad that I would order again and again. For mains, we shared: Hokkaido Scallops from Oliver's Trattoria's Truffle Menu: shockingly delicious! The sweetness of the Hokkaido Scallops played perfectly with the truffle (not overpowered at all) and creamy sauce. The sauce was soooo tasty, we dipped pizza crust into it to make sure we didn't waste any of it, lol. A pricey dish but so well-executed and worth every penny. Tagliatelle Alla Bolognese: delicious savory meat sauce that covers nice al dente pasta. Sooo good and a must for Bolognese lovers. Chitarra Pomodoro: a signature for a reason and you can really taste the difference with fresh pasta. Margherita Pizza: sometimes the simple classics are the best, and this Margherita is no exception. Perfect pillowy crust texture on the edges, and a nice thin crust throughout most of the pizza. So delicious and we'll be ordering this whenever we crave pizza! For desserts, we shared 3, and each of us had a different favorite even though we agreed all of them were delicious, so you know they were all good in their own ways! Tiramisu: so creamy and decadent without being too sweet! Probably the best version of a classic Tiramisu I've had. Cheesecake: also not too sweet! Lovely flavors and crust. Tortino di Cioccolato: a chocolate lover's dream! And the gelato is a delicious complement as well. We can't wait to come back!“
“Angelina's is absolutely delightful and delicious! There's a lot of good food in Irvine, but this is a spot I definitely want to go back to. My chicken entree was some of the best cooked chicken I've ever had; it was a huge cut that was succulent and juicy. I was a bit worried about it being flavorless since I got the Calabrese sauce on the side, but even without it the taste was decadent. The salumi board and cheeses were also a hit, as was the burrata. I definitely stuffed myself with cheese and do not regret it in the slightest. I will say my drink wasn't the most exciting, but for one drink I definitely felt like there was a good amount of alcohol in it. Service, especially with drunks was also a little bit slow and they were bringing out drinks 1-2 at a time, but we had a large party on a week night and it looked like the bar only had one worker so it wasn't a big deal, I am understanding of that! All in all I really liked this spot and want to try more of their menu.“
“Small coffee shop within high rise business building. Lots of sitting outside and parking is 2 hour complimentary with validation. Tried instant tiramisu and ice americano. Liked both and instant tiramisu is more lukewarm desert than coffee. Like this “
“We were passing through Irvine and looked for good "homemade" food. It was delicious, Greek salad was fresh and tasty, Alfredo pasta with chicken, spaghetti Parmesan was also delicious and freshly made. Philly steak was decent, my husband was not fan of the bread used. Pizza was also good and tasty. Service was great, friendly. Nice and clean restaurant. We were there Friday around 5:30pm sitting alone but people coming in and out like crazy for pick ups, that tells you how good this place is! Love to find places like this on our travels! Highly recommend!“
“Been 15ish years since going to an olive garden, and it was better than I remembered. The artichoke dip was a bit bland, and the manager asked how our food was right when it arrived before we had a chance to have a bite. Other than that I was impressed.“
“Rays Pizza in the University Town Center isn't just about pizza .The real highlight was the hidden gem tucked away in the dining area: a classic Street Fighter arcade game! While we waited for our pizza, my son and I got into an epic battle.The staff at Rays were friendly and of course, the pizza lived up to its reputation – cheesy, saucy, and perfectly cooked.“
“Lively and fun atmosphere. It can get a little loud, so not a good place for a quiet dinner. We enjoy the large and attractive patio. Food is mostly delicious, but I wouldn't recommend the super healthy salads when you're smelling all the delicious Italian dishes!“
“Delicious foods with very good service! Noble and nice ambiance! Food There are mouthwatering meat with heartwarming tofu soup and delicious salad with such good delicious side dishes. Service All servers are super nice. They are asking if any side dishes are needed. Before asking the servers to bring more side dishes, I find out more salad and side dishes. Environment What a clean and noble environment it is! Overall This is my go-to K-BBQ place. If you are in the area, definitely check it out!“
“Went with a friend for Orange County Restaurant Week. We each had one of their three course meals. I had Caesar salad, grilled salmon with sautéed spinach and roasted potatoes. For dessert I had their cheesecake with strawberries. My meal was very good. Their bread was a nice addition to my meal. My friend had the minestrone soup, chicken and mushrooms with mashed potatoes and asparagus. Everything was cooked very well. The sauce on the plate was heavenly. Her dessert was tiramisu, which was yummy. All in all, we had a really good dinner with very good service. The people who cleared the tables and refilled glasses were particularly attentive. This was a very enjoyable experience and we will be returning.“
“The Pizza is pretty good. It is the only thing I have gotten here. Naturally with it being in the spectrum, it is going to be more crowded during the evenings and when work is over for the day. The wait can get very long so be ready for that.“
“Little inconspicuous cafe with everything from espresso to pizza and Greek yogurt parfait. Hamburger on the grill was the first thing I smelled. They told me it was for the pizza, so I went with that. Pizza with hamburger and garlic was wonderful. Pizza crust 10/10. Will be back.“
“Walked in and was immediately greeted by two of the employees and made sure I had all my questions answered and did not rush me whatsoever while I stood over all of the options, struggling to make a decision. Ended up getting five different slices and enjoyed every one of them. The place has a wonderful vibe, everyone is very friendly and helpful and the pizza is delish.“
“Piadina is a fresh, tasty Italian flatbread sandwich shop in the Crossroads Irvine shopping center just off of Barranca. They have a menu of over a dozen craft sandwiches that a perfect "just right" size for lunch. On my visit, I tried the Alpi, with hearty smoked prosciutto, mozzarella, fresh arugula, and tomato. They compliment perfectly with the Batch all-sugar soda too. Salads or flatbread pizza options available. Vegetarian options are also available. Friendly staff and made to order this is a perfect place for lunch during your work week, or makes a great place to take a break if you are riding along the San Diego Creek Trail. Catering and online orders are also available.Vegetarian options: They feature two flatbread sandwiches, three pizzas, and a Mediterranean salad for all vegetation options. (No items are listed as truly vegan.)Parking: Standard shopping center parking. Can be relatively busy, but parking should be freely available.Wheelchair accessibility: Storefront handicap parking available. Indoor and outdoor free chair seating. Single manual door. Wheelchair accessible order and pickup counters.“
“Me and my friends decided to go to this place because we were craving pasta. They ordered a tonnarelli with tomato & basil sauce with mozzarella balls; it came out and was hot but the noodles were strangely hard and the mozzarella balls were cold. It was strange so I decided to ask about it. The cashier was very understanding and told us that the pasta was supposed to be hard like that. He also told us that we could keep the pasta and he could make another one.“
“Went in to try the pizza and ended up trying some as well as some pepperoni and sausage calzones and some ravioli (which was so fresh) and some Alfredo pasta ! It was delicious! And we received great customer service , the owner was super friendly and helped us to get settled in ! Super cute tiny place ! Definitely family friendly as well ! Overall 10/10 !“
“We really enjoyed our dinner at the macaroni Grill. We enjoyed our server, Bryce, he did a good job taking care of us. Our food was really delicious! Bryce told us some of the recipes had been updated recently. My wife and I both felt our dishes were extremely tasty. We are looking forward to returning for another enjoyable meal.“