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 Superb143 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

“Stopped in for lunch on a Friday. Delicious food, great service and a fun atmosphere. The grown ups enjoyed a beer and a margarita. The food was great!

My daughter’s favorite part was the reel alligator skin on the wall!

Will definitely be back!“

4.4 Superb94 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
Jfat Tavern Steak Frites
Ale Battered Onion Rings
Charred Brussels Sprouts
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Spicy California Burger

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

4.4 Superb278 Reviews
Vista.Kitchen.Bar Comfort Food • $
500 Bayview Cir, Newport Beach - 10.08 miles

“Very nice place! I mean but what would you expect from a Marriott? Of course it's going to be perfect. Great layout nice seating and wonderful views. They have both inside and outside seating. They have a fairly simple menu that has a mix of items you'll definitely find something to eat. I went with the burger. It could have been better it was a little greasy and the meat was kind of cheap. I expected a little more than a Cisco Burger patty. Other than the quality complaint I did have a good lunch. Sat outside under the umbrellas the temperature was perfect. The staff was very nice and the food came out fast. This isn't a destination for food but if you're here at the Marriott and you want something to eat this place is a good choice.“

4.7 Superb7 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
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 Good353 Reviews
Kinaree Eatery Thai • $$
6741 Quail Hill Pkwy, Irvine - 6.67 miles

“This place seriously just made my whole week. The food came out super fast and it was all so fresh and flavorful, I basically cleaned my plate without stopping. I got the mussaman curry and it had that perfect mix of sweet and savory with huge chunks of potato and tender chicken. My friend had the pad thai and they said it was the best theyve had in a while too. We just kept talking and eating way longer than we planned because no one wanted to leave. Already trying to figure out when I can come back.“

4.2 Good37 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 Good115 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

“Only ever tried the Fire Fries and this is my first time ordering here so I don't know if this is normal for these fries or if I got a weird batch but these are SPICY. I am able to down a pack of Buldak x2 Spicy without a problem so when I say the Fire Fries are spicy, I mean it hurts like the fries hate you, burns it's way down, and while the tongue eventually settles down, my gut is bubbling and it's so painful, I can barely sit straight. Delicious!“

4.1 Good104 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

“Food is consistently great. Not many Thai restaurants have kanom jeen green curry on their menu. Kiddo and friends are particular about what they want in their food...thankful for their accomodation of omissions and additions and food still taste great 👍“

4.1 Good79 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 Average15 Reviews
Seoul Haus Korean • $$
13925 Yale Avenue, 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 Good67 Reviews