Comfort Food Restaurants near Aliso Viejo, CA

Nasung Donkasu Korean • $
26741 Aliso Creek Rd Ste B, Aliso Viejo

Customers` Favorites

House Salad - Cabbage Salad
K F C Korean Fried Chicken
Fried Dumpling 5pc
Fried Chicken Bowl

“Stopped by for lunch and had a fantastic experience. We ordered the Donkatsu Plate, Spicy Tofu Soup Meal, and the Bulgogi Bowl, and every dish was delicious.

The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. My son has a sesame allergy, and they immediately checked with the kitchen and confirmed the ingredients.

The donkatsu was the thinner, smashed pork chop style with a perfectly crispy coating, and the house sauce paired with it was especially good. The bulgogi was tender and packed with flavor. The spicy tofu soup was on the milder side, making it a great option for anyone who enjoys the flavor without too much heat.

The food came out surprisingly fast, everything tasted fresh, and the service was excellent. We’ll definitely be back the next time we’re in the area!“

4.8 Superb112 Reviews
Webb's | Distillery & Brewery Brewery •
7 Journey, Aliso Viejo

“We discovered Webb’s a year ago & have tried just about everything on the menu. The staff is amazing and the food is great. I love how they are adding news items. The new years event was super fun and the special menu for Valentine’s Day was incredible. 10/10 recommend“

4.7 Superb134 Reviews
Nomads Canteen Comfort Food • $
102 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente - 11.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Brownie w Vanilla Ice Cream
Guacamole & Chips and Salsa
Artifex No Name IPA
Cool Cuke Poké Bowl
San Pedro Wings
Ahi Tuna Poke
Jaco Bowl
Pink Tacos
Mango

“This is one of our favorite bars and didn’t realize they have a hotel below. Finally booked a room and are having a great experience. Not right on the water but walking distance to the main drag with restaurants and shops. Great spot for a night or two.“

4.4 Superb92 Reviews
Vista.Kitchen.Bar Comfort Food • $
500 Bayview Cir, Newport Beach - 10.08 miles

“Vista Kitchen BarService Service Service ServiceThis is another part of Marriott Bayview Newport Beach.You seriously think you are in a 5 Star restaurant. Great food , amazingly wonderful staff and Chef.Seating both inside and out.The restaurant are clean , well lit and welcoming.When we are in the area we will be back here?

Parking: 39.00 or so per night to parkParking lot is clean and well lit and secure

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible.“

4.6 Superb5 Reviews
Mr. G's Tacos Tacos • $
21991 El Toro Rd #7, Lake Forest - 6.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Chicken Taco
Al Pastor Burrito
Chips & Guacamole
Breakfast Burrito
Carne Asada Taco
Carnitas Burrito
Chips & Salsa
Barbacoa Taco
Crispy Tacos
Papa Taco

“I have been here twice in the past week and the food was superbly good, came out beyond quickly, and the portions and sauces were very generous.
They offered (and even insisted) on me trying samples if I didn't know what I wanted.
The staff was very friendly and appreciative and even recalled my name on my return visit.“

4.7 Superb95 Reviews
Jimmy's Famous American Tavern - Dana Point American • $$
25001 Dana Point Harbor Dr Unit F140, Dana Point - 7.52 miles

Customers` Favorites

Buttermilk Free-Range Chicken and Waffles
Nashville' Fried Chicken Sandwich
Beer Battered Fish and Chips
Kids Little Jimmy's Burger
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Ale Battered Onion Rings
Jfat Tavern Steak Frites
Charred Brussels Sprouts
Spicy California Burger
Crispy Brussels Sprouts

“Great atmosphere with great service. Loved how an entire team look out for you from the greeting to the end.“

4.4 Superb259 Reviews
Flights & Irons Urban Kitchen American • $$
376 Camino De Estrella, San Clemente - 8.73 miles

Customers` Favorites

Agave & Chipotle Glaze Shrimp
Friend Bologna Sandwich
Bourbon Bacon Meatballs
Short Rib Grilled Cheese
Fried Green Tomatoes
Iron Seared Salmon
Savory Herb Chicken
French Onion Soup
Chicken Burger
Shepherd's Pie

“Wow! Super yum to say the least. It’s always great when the new local restaurant hits it out of the park! My wife & I started with the bacon & meatballs appetizer. She then had the fried green tomatoes & French onion soup while I had the ribeye. Delicious!“

4.5 Superb71 Reviews
Reunion Kitchen + Drink American • $$
610 N Coast Hwy #102, Laguna Beach - 4.19 miles

Customers` Favorites

Rosemary's Chicken \u0026 Biscuits
Rosemary's Chicken & Biscuits
Grilled Meatloaf Sandwich
Nashville Hot Chicken
Short Rib Stroganoff
OC Sourdough Burger
Loaded Deviled Eggs
Short Rib Sliders
Little House Salad
Chicken Pot Pie

“The food is very tasty, good presentation! delicious 😋“

4.4 Superb85 Reviews
Nirvana by Chef Lindsay American • $$$
303 Broadway St #101, Laguna Beach - 3.68 miles

Customers` Favorites

Burrata & Organic Heirloom Tomato Salad
Braised All Natural Beef Short Ribs
Blue Cheese Fries with Basil Aioli
Nirvana Organic Vegetable Plate
House Made Cinnamon Ice Cream
Side of Grilled Chicken Breast
Wild Mushroom Ravioli
Chicken Wontons
Mashed Potatoes

“The atmosphere is a wonderful and relaxing change from the high tech look of too many restaurants today. It's softly lit and comforting. The food is excellent. The branzino was cooked perfectly, the side dish of french lentils was a treat and the apple pie delicious. It's a treasure.“

4.3 Superb189 Reviews
Tavern at the Mission American • $$
26860 Old Mission Rd, San Juan Capistrano - 5.92 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Curry Papaya Salad
Charred Brussels Sprouts
Fire Grilled Artichoke
Monte Cristo Sandwich
Tavern Cheeseburger
Brown Derby Cobb
Prime Rib Dip
Fish & Chips

“LOVED THE PLACE OPEN DOOR FOOD IS GOOD“

4.2 Good342 Reviews
Plern Thai Cafe Thai • $
22611 Lake Forest Dr c6, Lake Forest - 4.62 miles

Customers` Favorites

Braised Beef Panaeng Curry
Beef Shanks Panaeng Stew
Shrimp Pad Thai Senjan
Sen Jan Shrimp Pad Thai
Chicken Coconut Soup
Crispy Chicken Rice
Crispy Chive Cake
The Basil Wagyu
Plern Signature
Satay Chicken

“Came in during a Friday evening and it was pretty empty and I tend not to like that cuz it's kind of awkward when ur alone eating and the server's the only one there (they were nice though), but the food was really good. I got chicken pad see ew. was the perfect ratio of oil/sauce for mouthfeel. Also medium spicy not too spicy. All in all W experience“

4.2 Good74 Reviews
Kinaree Eatery Thai • $$
6741 Quail Hill Pkwy, Irvine - 6.67 miles

“Kinaree serves delicious Thai dishes that can be more difficult to find elsewhere and does them well with their own little twists. A friend and I stuck to the “Chef’s Highlights” portion of the menu, but we would definitely like to return to try their breakfast and brunch items if we can resist reordering some favorites. The waitress had shared that since there was a thai restaurant in the plaza, they had to make a unique menu to set themselves apart which is how the thai fusion brunch menu came to be.

We visited on a Monday afternoon and they only had a few other tables. The pandan sweet tea was subtly sweet and had the right amount of aroma from the pandan. The crab cakes were crispy on the outside and packed full of flavor. The tom yum hot pot had tons of seafood and packed with ramen noodles. Definitely tasted better warm, so try this one first if ordering multiple dishes. Khao soi had the depth of flavor you would want from the curry, although I found it to be slightly on the more watery side. I like the array of proteins you can choose from chicken, beef, blue crab, etc. The STAR of the meal was the fried fish with apple salad. As a big fan of this dish, I can say that they made this perfectly crispy with tender fish inside and a fresh apple salad packed full of herbs that just hits the spot! A def must try! I even ordered one to go as well as their crab fried rice that was super fresh and scrumptious! Unfortunately, they were out of their thai tea cheesecake, but the roti with coconut ice cream was a yummy way to end the meal. What can go wrong with indulging in a warm crispy dough topped with creamy coconut ice cream. Cannot wait to return!“

4.3 Superb27 Reviews
MAJI CURRY - Award Winning Japanese Curry Japanese Curry • $
14411 Culver Dr, Irvine - 10.14 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pork Cutlet Curry with Spinach and Eggplant
Omelet Curry with Hamburger Steak
Omelet Curry with Pork Cutlet
Pork Cutlet Curry with Cheese
Fried Chicken Karaage
Hamburger Steak Curry
Vegetable Curry
Karaage Chicken
Cheese Sauce

“A lovely place for jap curry rice and more. Love all that we ordered! Fresh and so yummy. Highly recommended!“

4.1 Good111 Reviews
Fire Wings Chicken • $
14376 Culver Dr, Irvine - 10.07 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lemon Pepper Wings Louisiana Rub Wings and Chili Cheese Fries
4pc Boneless Chicken Wings 1 Dip
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Peanut Butter Wings and Fries
10 PC Wings Combo
Seasoned Fries
Garlic Noodles
Fried Chicken
Caesar Salad
Garlic Fries

“I love this place. Good delicious wings, good fries and good beer. Sports on their big screens. I order on their simple website for pick-up and it is consistently good. I just eat a few wings (take the rest home) and drink a mango cart. All things considered, prices are reasonable.“

4.1 Good99 Reviews
Yuk Dae Jang Irvine Korean • $$
3851 Alton Pkwy Ste A, Irvine - 9.37 miles

Customers` Favorites

Original Yukgaejang with Custom-Made Ramyeon
Premium Bossam Boiled in Various Herbs Small
Original Yugaejang with Fresh Pasta
Nang Myun - Cold Buckwheat Noodles
Original Yukgaejang with Ramyun
Original Yukgaejang with Ramen
Original Yukgaejang with Tofu
Original Yuk Gae Jang
Spicy Cold Noodles
Steamed Dumplings

“My partner and I got the 돼지갈비 김치찜 Pork Rib Kimchi Hot Pot and it was very delicious! We can’t handle too much spice, so they kindly offered us an extra bowl of bone broth to add in. Service was excellent! We got there just after 6pm on a Friday for dinner and there was no wait even without a reservation. It did get packed around 7pm, but there were still a few tables left. Portions were large so we couldn’t finish, but they offered us to-go containers, which made great leftovers the next day. 10/10“

4 Good66 Reviews
FURIWA TOGO Dim Sum • $$
19530 Jamboree Rd, Irvine - 10.06 miles

Customers` Favorites

Various Dim Sum
Pork Belly Bun
Fried Shu Mai
Har Gow

“This is dim sum for takeaway. The portions are large but so are the prices (and even more so). The soup dumplings (XLB) had no soup but the pork and shrimp shumai were very good. The tripe stew with tendon was good and spicy. The shrimp noodle roll had only 1 shrimp (rather than the more usual 2) in each roll. The sweet dessert dim sum also fell short.“

3.8 Good17 Reviews
Lao Tang Jia 老汤家 Soup • $$
17951 Sky Park Cir unit F, Irvine - 11.47 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Soup with Abalones & Pork Tripe

“I ordered this place many many times. One time I also noticed the “suspicious” fried tofu with black dots on them. I was so angry so I called the owner, they explained to me the crispy tofu soaked with 卤汁 sauce will make the tofu looks like it’s not fresh… I didn’t believe him at first then I poked the black dots and they were really small pockets of sauce…. I don’t think they deserve a 3 star!!! It’s actually really yummy and taste fresh… I often crave this place. Also today when I ordered, I noticed they changed their tofu type and added more bok choy. Thanks for improving and maintaining a good quality!“

3.1 Average14 Reviews
Seoul Haus Korean • $$
13925 Yale Ave, Irvine - 9.8 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sul Long Tang Bulgoki
Seoul Haus Dumpling
Pork Kimchi Soup
Spicy Pork Belly
Bulgogi Hot Pot
Seolleongtang
Mul Naeng Myun
Ox Bone Soup
Sul-Long-Tang
Yuk Gae Jang

“Their specialty dishes are: 1. Sullungtang: taste amazing and very light. A good meal for winter/ 2. Cold noodle: the best I've tried so far, especially when you get a combo with spicy pork or bulgogi 3. Meat: spicy pork/bulgogi was homemade and were not like other korean restaurants. Taste very delicious!“

3.5 Good61 Reviews