Restaurants in Aliso Viejo

“Sandy was incredible! So polite, so well trained about the menu and all my questions. Pleasant! The food was very good.

Vegetarian options: Loved the vegetarian options!”

“Decided to stop here for a burrito before a long work day and was delighted with this place! I came 10 minutes late to pick up my order and they waited for me to get there before putting the ice in my coffee. The breakfast burrito I am almost confident is one of the best I've had. I will certainly be back!”

“A new lunch specials menu lists several great deals. Today I had the burger & a brew for just $20! You can order any of their burgers + a side + a craft draft beer [I had the delicious nitro porter]. Britta's service was super too. So nice that their AC was working well on such a hot day.”

“The hostesses were amazing here! even though I was only picking up food to go they made me feel welcomed. they interacted me while I was waiting, which says a lot about creating a welcoming atmosphere.”

“Fresh fish expertly prepared by friendly chef with equally cheerful service staff! We will be back”

“I had an amazing experience at this Indian café! The Palak Paneer here is hands down the best I’ve ever tasted—rich, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The service was also top-notch, especially thanks to our waiter, Amit, who was incredibly attentive and made our visit even more enjoyable. A special treat was the complimentary mango pudding, which was simply divine. I can’t wait to come back!”

“The BEST kept secret around!!!”

“Sliced chicken with Greek salad and chickpea medley comes with pita slices. Also ordered the sampler which came with hummus, fresh pita slices, couscous salad stuffed grape leaves. Tzatziki sauce is so good! Great food, so fresh delicious!!”

“The meal is good for drive thru product service at the window was good. But at the speaker I didn't know if she got my order right. Well the order was good so all is good.”

“Very friendly service and yummy sandwich / cookie. I got the cilantro chicken torta, which had tender chicken and the best bread. The chocolate chip cookie was sooo good too - very soft and buttery.”

“We picked up food for visiting friends & the Cuisine was delicious & service was GREAT! Staff are super-friendly & professional. The Manager personally assisted Me w/ order pick-up & the online ordering process was smooth. We'll definitely order from Fennel everytime we entertain Guests. Thank You!”

“Tasty, delicious food every time. They are consistent. I especially like their house salad with ranch dressing, free pizza bread, garlic bread, chicken parmigiana pasta with meat sauce. These are my faves here. I love their pizza too.”

“Amazing sushi and great service. Definitely the highest quality sushi in town.



Parking: Some parking spots in the front. Lots of parking behind the restaurant.”

“Not too bad here. Food is decent. Cashiers are not great, but it is pretty quick to grab quite a few different options of pizza they heat up real quick for you if you just want to get a few various slices.

Vegetarian options: I mean, if you want vegetable pizza go for it.

Dietary restrictions: They can accommodate Some.
Probably gluten-free.
Just tell them you would like a sad pizza …

Parking: I have a massive parking lot that is free. Typically I’ve never had an issue. If you want to park in the street you can, but it is illegal so you will get a ticket.

Kid-friendliness: I mean, it’s a pizza place. How do you accommodate kids. That’s one of the four things they eat.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes, they can get you in the problem.”

“Very nice atmosphere, food is consistently very high quality in flavor and texture. Our waiter was exceptional, with minimal delays and was very kind. Great, reliable pick for a group or family.”

“Not every croissant, Danish , or French bread are equal in life.
And you realize this the moment you take a bite of what this place makes. Everything is just leveled up.”

“Very good coffee above corporate level, coffee institutions.”

“This small wine and deli boutique is located in a small strip just behind a gas station. Limited parking but there is handicap parking.They have metal tables outside the door for relaxing and consuming your meal.The door is covered with signage and rules but don't let that deter you from entering the establishment.The inside drink and wine area is clean and well-stocked. The organization of the products was great.  As I walked to the back, to my right was a wine tasting bar and to my left was a pretty nice deli. The young lady at the cash register greeted me upon entering.  When I walked to the back of this quaint deli/wine store I came to a cooler well stocked with local and imported drinks of all kinds. It's not just a wine bar. It's not just a deli. It's an experience.They had many sandwiches to choose from but I chose the sausage breakfast burrito. It was recommended by the clerk that I get some green sauce with it and she was right. The burrito was pretty big and crafted with care. With each bite, I had a taste of the eggs, sausage, cheese, and hashbrowns. Many burritos I encounter are just thrown together and rolled up where you get a different burrito in each bite. You could see the care even in the wrapping and cutting in half for easier consumption.The size of the burrito:The burrito is about as round as a Starbucks Venti cold cup and the length of a Venti Starbucks plastic straw. The breakfast burrito was cut in half for easier consumption.It took about five minutes for the burrito to be ready for me to take it to go. Total was $10.76 with tax as of 1/7/24 and was worth it.It was a lot of fun browsing the cold fridge drinks and entertaining myself with their clever names while I waited for my meal.I definitely recommend this secret wonder if you're ever in the Aliso Viejo, Ca area.”

“Dreamy breakfast place! The Aliso Viejo location is the best. We’ve tried many places in town for breakfast but this one is the best by far. We usually order family style although the menu is designed for individual ordering. The dishes we enjoy most are the mini pancakes, the omelette, french toast, home fries, and bacon. We’ve seen many others order the Dutch baby and it seems quite popular. The food is wonderful, service with a smile, coffee as soon as you need it, and plenty of parking. It’s a busy restaurant so expect a line at the rush times and especially on weekends. We like to go an hour before closing to avoid waiting. Late breakfast is delicious!

Parking: Free parking in the adjacent lot. Not everyone parks in the lines like they should though. Some speed bumps (ew).

Kid-friendliness: High chairs and boosters, coloring book, crayons, kindness. May include long wait line though.”

“Great neighborhood pizza place. Great for team or group meetings and meals. Fun for adults and kids together or separately. Great pizza!”

“This is a good neighborhood joint. It's not fancy, but the food is solid and the staff is attentive and friendly. If you go regularly, they'll remember your name.The have indoor seating (sushi bar and tables) and a small covered patio. They have fun hand-lettered signs with specials. Halibut carpaccio was one the specials tonight.If you go for lunch, they've got bento box specials that are tasty too.RECOMMEND

Parking: This is in in a large shopping plaza with a big parking lot. Parking is never a problem.

Kid-friendliness: They don't have a kids menu or specific option for kids. If your kid likes sushi or teriyaki or tempura, then your kid would do okay here.”

“First time here, just stopped by wanting a low carb healthy light meal. Got the salami club chopannini without ranch, nice and tasty! Also service was A+, thanks guys!”

“….Eureka!

That’s what I wanted to say when I discovered the place..Eureka! …From the outside, you’d never guess this place existed. But once I stepped through the front door, I was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was captivating, and, believe it or not, they backed it up with great food.

Our server, Carissa, was perfect through our Labor Day lunch!, so I tipped her generously—she earned it.

I kicked off the feast with a Mexican beer called Explorado Lager. I lost count of how many I had, but it was something special—fruity, as my date noted, and I have to agree. It was different, in the best way!

We shared a plate of slow-roasted pork nachos and a plate of wings, they were definitely worth it.
I wrapped things up with the Napa chicken sandwich, which was spot on—the sauce was a perfect hit. Honestly, it felt like I was dining in a four-star restaurant. These folks really know their sauces.

Background Story

Will Adler and Jack Montero, childhood friends turned entrepreneurial duo, founded Eureka! in Napa Valley, driven by their shared love for California’s landscapes and culinary traditions. Will, an architect, and Jack, a chef with Michelin-star experience, combined their talents to create a restaurant that embodies the spirit of discovery. Eureka! features farm-to-table cuisine with modern twists, designed with a blend of rustic charm and contemporary elegance—a true celebration of California’s heritage in both food and design.

Eureka’s innovations lie in their seamless fusion of farm-to-table cuisine with modern culinary techniques, creating dishes that surprise and delight. Signature offerings like the “Gold Rush Burger” and the “Sequoia Salad” elevate classic flavors with local, seasonal ingredients. Their philosophy centers on discovery and creativity, celebrating California’s rich heritage while pushing culinary boundaries. Eureka! isn’t just about food; it’s about crafting an experience where every detail, from the architecture to the wine list, tells a story of innovation and a deep respect for the land.”

“Everything was fresh and yummy, the service was friendly, the portions were big. Fried calamari were really good. Highly recommend this place.

Parking: we parked on plaza”

“The staff is so friendly and their food is actually so good. We come 2-3 times a week and love everything here! Their japchae is unbelievable and is a new family favorite!”

“Just moved to laguna beach three months ago from the Bay Area and I gotta say this is the spot to go fresh handmade tortillas the food is amazingly delicious, the service is great got treated like a family. Definitely my favorite spot to go eat authentic Mexican food”

“Outstanding service, polite servers, breathtaking meals, and more! ♥️♥️”

“there's a lot of tire shops and auto service shops here. theres a pizza place with a bar and arcade, also a dairy Queen , sushi and a liquor store that surprisingly has a lot of craft beer variety. oh and a karate place.”

“The Ladyfingers are divine and no one else has them on the menu that I've ever seen. The Chefs are top notch and we've never been disappointed.”

“Come & give us a try everyone! i promise you'll LOVE the pizza.”

“Loved this place, their lunch special is a great value! I had the orange chicken and it was well worth it, portions were excellent and the food was amazing! They were very friendly too”

“First time ordering from Porky's Pizza. And...Wow!! Excellent!! One of the very best pizzas we've had in Orange County since moving from New York! Crust is fabulous and pizza topping outstanding! Will be ordering many more pizzas from Porky's. Would highly recommend.Also, very clean and friendly service. Five-plus stars for sure!!!”

“Calidad en el servicio y atención al cliente”

“It was my first time going , The grill seems to get a lot of attention, l went to try the grill myself and let’s just say l after the 1st bite I forgot all about taking a photo for the review ?

Definitely would come again hopefully I can take a picture for I eat it.”

“My 82 year old mom has Thai food first time in her life today. She agreed since she was hungry and didn’t like anything nearby. All my life she said she would never eat it. Well she shared my Pad Thai and liked it. She even took and order home with her. As we we’re leaving I ordered Thai Ice tea. She loved that also. She called me this afternoon telling me that my sister and her plan to go on Saturday. I eat there all the time with my family. We love the place.”

“Been here once and got a torta and breakfast bagel. The torta was great I’d recommend it. Breakfast bagel was good too but not even close to the torta. Quality salsa too with good flavor and spice. Definitely will be back and will give 5/5 if they’re consistent.”

“Favorite Starbucks. Always friendly, drink is always right!!”

“Good beer selection and dog friendly.”

“My first time here after moving to the area!! First of all, want to give a shout out to Macy (I hope that's how you spell her name)...what a lovely young lady. So pleasant and great customer service!! And the espresso and papaya smoothie??!!!......amazing. Will be going only here from now on. 15/10 recommended 🙂”

“Food is delicious and everyone is so kind! I thought I could handle hot but it was actually a little too much for me so medium is great for normal spicy lovers! Savannah G was really sweet and helped me with my order”

“I go to Cafe Rio often and in the last few months I've gone to this location the most. The food is consistently good and so is the service. I almost always get the salad. I always recommend this place to others

Parking: Overall the entire parking lot is huge so you can always find a spot somewhere but during busy times, the section of the lot intended for this place and canes gets really full.”

“Food is always good and yummy. Love their sweet tea and kids meals are the best.”