New American Restaurants near Aliso Viejo, CA

“We needed something quick while we were out and wanted something that would leave us feeling good - found Urban Plates and it exceeded what we were looking for! My grass-fed steak was tender and juicy, the mac n cheese was comforting and delicious, and the side of beets paired well with the goat cheese. My husband enjoyed his crispy chicken sandwich and fries. I love the variety of food offered at Urban Plates and knowing my body is getting high quality nutrients while enjoying something delicious!

They also offer a membership discount - worth it if you live nearby and frequent this place!“

“Great service, great food!!👏“

“Fresh, tasty, great combination of flavors and options on both salads and sammies. The natural sodas are a nice touch. Gotta try a cookie!💛 Staff has been consistently courteous and responsive. I’ve been three times. I CRAVE their salads.“

“Dear Citrus Grill,

Thank you for hosting the wonderful weekly Taco Tuesdays with live music in our neighborhood! A very special thank you to Sarah, the supervisor, and Shaun, the waiter, for being so gracious and accommodating and for truly going the extra mile. Wow — you made my day extra special!! 🤩“

“had the ahi tuna salad. it was awesome.“

“The food was really good. The grilled cheese and fries were especially delicious, and everything came out quickly. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. Definitely a great spot to grab a quick meal while at the Spectrum. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Best comfort food ever! The thing I miss about living in California the most is the spaghetti grilled cheese at Burnt Crumbs. It will change your life. I would order three at a time and eat half a sandwich each day for lunch. If you guys wanna franchise in Detroit let me know lol 💯 💯 🔥 🔥“

“Great food, service and atmosphere.“

“Súper recomendado muy sabroso 😋 y muy amables todos 💕🙏“

“Great atmosphere and great service and good value.“

“We were visiting friends in San Clemente and had dinner at Vine Restaurant & Bar. The service was outstanding and the food was delish. Great experience“

“Fine dining, excellent service, amazing food“

“Great food and easy going vibe“

“We had a wonderful celebratory birthday dinner last night. The meal was outstanding and our server was the perfect balance of attentiveness and good humor. I had one of the evening's specials: grilled sea bass in beurre blanc—crispy on the outside and tender and moist on the inside. It was accompanied by perfectly prepared brocollini and potatoes. I couldn't resist the taramisu—always my favorite end to the meal. It was a delight!“

“The food was amazing! Delicious focaccia with marinara to start, then amazing short rib ravioli, and finally a delicious Margherita pizza. The dough is excellent! Nice and thin- chewy edges full of light air bubbles! Excellent wine choices and our server was very helpful with her suggestions!“

“The food isn’t as wonderful as it use to be but it’s still very good. I’m sure they are doing the best they can under the circumstances!“

“SARAH IS THE BEST IS THE WEST. after we got kick out of goodies. bc they thought our nevada id was fake (which btw turned out to be real bc we called the police and they scan it) sarah listened it our sob story even thought she didn’t have to. and everyone was so kind and accommodating. this place is a greatness for a chill vibe, if you’re looking to turn up. it’s not really the spot but to chill and drink and again have a chill cool night it’s totally fine. it would be cooler if they just offer a touch tunes to kinda set the vibe of the people
coming in. but again SARAH WAS THE BEST request her. <3“

“Ordered Meatball (full size) and pickle chips. Seasoning for the chips is house made. Seasoning looks heavy in the pic but it it nicely balanced and lite.
Their full size is two individually wrapped halves, which I like since I usually save half for later.
Will definitely stop by next time I'm in town and try another flavor of chips.“

“Omg the food. 1st time in and I’ll definitely be back. Loved the outdoor seating option.“

“UPDATE: I have raised to 4 stars because the service has slowly improved over the last few months. Thank you for taking note of customer input and acting on it. As of now 11Aug22, solid service, good food. Taco Tuesday is great. I will continue my regular visits and hope to give 5 stars soon.Old: The last several times we have been to TJ's we have had no service. We are coming off the course hot and thirsty, we seat ourselves and no one comes by for 15-20 mins. No water, no welcome, nothing. If you can get served the food is solid. We have enjoyed breakfast here before and it was really good. When its 90 degrees and golfers are coming off a round on the course, offer them some water would ya? I HATE giving low reviews, but until this situation is fixed it will stay this way.Edit: The director of food and drink responded almost immediately so I raised my review by a star (From 2 to 3). I will go back sometime in the next couple weeks (Anonymously of course), if the problems have been resolved, I will edit this review further.“

“It's worth your while to come and experience it.“

“There are many restaurants in this neck of the Orange County woods. However, Bloom stands head and shoulders above them all. The menu is chock full of unique dishes, the food is always delectable, and the service is top notch. We try other places thinking we'll find another place like Bloom...but there's no place like Bloom. Bloom offers a truly stellar dining experience. Thank you.“

“If you want a unique dining experience this is the place to go. The wait staff and servers they were all on point very attentive I never had to look around to look for anyone if I raised my head somebody was right at my table to find out what I needed or how they could serve me. Awesome awesome experience wonderful food. I will be back!“

“Had a wonderful evening out with my wife at Ironwood Cellars in Laguna Hills. We had reservations for 5:30 p.m. and arrived early. We were greeted by Joe, the manager on duty, who was very kind, professional, and welcoming. Art was our server and is amazingly gifted in customer service professionalism and overall people skills. Yes, showing the love. We started with tequilla drinks from the bar, and we each had a wedge salad. Joe sent us over a wonderful Agnolotti appetizer as well, which was more than kind. The ambiance was positive and upbeat, perfect for the evening. Sergio was also quite attentive in making sure our table was serviced properly. We ordered our entrees with my wife having the halibut dinner, and I had the famous giant meatball dish. Both meals were hot & tasty and presented well. We had a terrific time, and Art surprised us with a complimentary dessert 🍨 with berries. The restaurant is so nice and offers an outdoor patio and bar seating as well. The wine list is extensive, as are the craft beers. Highly recommended.“

“Great vibes, great service, especially Daniel! the food for brunch, lunch and Dinner is what keeps us thinking of our next visit !this place is about to go off!“

“Each dish is spectacular. Love the calamari ….can be an appetizer to share or eat on your own with a salad. 230:Forest Avenue never disappoints!!!“

“I can’t believe I have never reviewed this place before. They always have fun bands, great food, drinks and service! Probably the most fun spot to hang out on Del Mar 🌊
TRY THESE:
ASIAN LETTUCE WRAPS
SALMON SALAD
POKE BOWL
BEET SALAD“

“Ok, so first up it was a bit pricey. But holy cow the burgers were all amazing, the place was clean, staff was wonderful. If you want ridiculously tasty burgers and don't mind paying for it... I'll give this place 5/5 stars for sure.“

“Loved their chocolate desert!“

“There was 7 of us in town for a conference and we stumbled upon Hole in the Wall Burger! Burger was delicious the service outstanding and special sauce of the chart’s. Next time I’m in the area I’ll definitely be stopping by and have a burger!“

“It was my first time here, and the food is delicious. Love the simple & quaint decor. Definitely will be back!“

“First and foremost, Trevor’s offers plenty of gluten-free options and actually uses a separate fryer for gluten free foods. With a family member recently diagnosed with celiac disease, this was a huge treat! He could actually order fried chicken without the concern of cross contamination. On another note, we went there on a Monday night with a party of five and had to wait about 15 to 20 minutes for a table when the restaurant was not very crowded at all. It wasn’t a big deal but you would think we would be able to be seated right away. Also inside the restaurant it was so cold. It would be nice to be able to dine without wearing a jacket, but that was not the case. Overall, it was delicious food and well worth the minor hiccups for the gluten-free accommodations.“

“Delicious healthy food. I highly recommend this restaurant“

“Always good food and great service at this location.“

“The Chili Fries, and the Stand Burger is the Best.“

“Our first visit to Bushfire Kitchen was a great experience. My burger was delicious, and the Thai Bowl was really good as well. We also ordered the sweet potato fries, which were probably the best I’ve ever had — perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, which is hard to pull off since sweet potatoes can get mushy so easily. We’ll definitely be adding this spot into our regular restaurant rotation.“

“good service food it's so delicious 😋 atmosphere everything is incredible“

“I use to go to RH with my family in the 70's. Atmosphere always transported us to Hawaii. They were famous for BB ribs, drinks, unique salad (with mayo dressing) and even served a bowl of crudite' with celery, salami, etc. every meal. I didn't like the modern re model, however, NOW THIS RE BUILD iS so cool! Just like the 1970's but better!! Dim lit and Hawaiian music set the mood. I was really anxious to try the ribs again. The service was GREAT appetizer excellent but, ribs, BAD! They were not edible. Hard and chewy, like beef jerky. I was so disappointed and all of our party ordered and received the same. I may try again but won't order ribs!!!“

“Delicious 🥰familiale belle vague 🌊 beach 🏝️☀️“

“I enjoy Yard House overall. I love the onion ring starters as well as the pretzels. My go to and never fail is the filet minion. Always perfectly cooked medium and tasty. The veggies and mashed potatoes are always fresh and piping hot. It is a little noisy on the weekends though. So if you want a quiet/intimate supper, this isn't the place.

The deserts are great too. It is one of the few places that we don't have leftovers for. Perfect size portions.

The atmosphere is a little noisy when sports are on. Good shopping at the Spectrum too. A wait on the weekends is normal but worth it“

“Obviously, the view speaks for itself and is stunning. That’s what drew us to the restaurant. We chose to do the tasting menu which exceeded our expectations. Patrick, our waiter, explained each course which is seasonally and expertly prepared by Chef Ron Fougeray who also came out and greeted us. The food is vibrant, exciting, and visually appealing. I also was pleasantly surprised that the tasting menu did not leave us hungry like other tasting menus have in the past. The portions were generous and satisfying. Can’t wait to come back next time we’re in California.“

“great NY vibe with good food“

“The Lumberyard located in beautiful downtown Laguna Beach is a great place to have lunch or dinner. There is a new $16 lunch menu and I decided to try the fish tacos. There was a choice between salmon or halibut for the tacos which included shredded cabbage with a pink cream sauce and a side of black bean and corn salad. I chose the halibut for my taco and it was cooked perfectly. It was a generous portion of fish in each of the tacos so it could easily be split with a friend. The service was excellent. Our orders were taken within about five minutes of sitting down and the food came out quickly after we ordered. I would recommend the Lumberyard if you are visiting Laguna Beach. You will need to have reservations during the Art Festivals or when there is a play at the Playhouse.“

“I had dinner here the other night and had a wonderful time. The food was delicious, the ambiance was incredible, and the service was top notch. Shoutout to our server Patrick thank you! My brother ordered a specialized drink that wasn't on the menu (Avenue and Davenport) and the bartender was able to make it for him. Had a great time and cannot wait for the next visit.“

“This place is amazing. I go with with SHORT RIB MELT every time, the BEST sandwich I have ever had!!“

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

“Excellent everything!!!!!“

“This is a great little bar in a strip mall with a more mature clientele, smoking patio, lots of TV's and a great grill. If you're into good food and drinks at a great price and good company without the kids, this is the spot. They have karaoke and frequent bands, generally classic rock vibe.“

“Great wines and knowledgable plus friendly staff!“

“#SuperBowlSundayBrunch 🌷🤙😜🥳😎“